Simmons certifies that the sum of $36 is due John R. Lynch, Surgeon's Mate in the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers, being for his pay and forage for May 1795.
Simmons certifies that $32.60 is due the estate of Simeon Birge, late a sergeant in Captain Russell Bissell's Company 2nd Sub Legion, being for Birge's pay from January 1st to June 10th, 1790, the day of his death.
Fleming enclosed account for contingent expenses for garrison at West Point. Capt. Bruff brought money requested by Fleming, said money nearly all paid out.
Weekly return for the men employed at the naval yard and the wages paid to them; Talbot weighs the iron pigs and shot. Talbot suggests that while the dimensions of the shot need to be precise, even the ill-shaped pigs may be able to serve their purpose.
Bryant encloses the return on ordnance and supplies for May. The carriage bodies for the 28 six-pounder guns are all finished except for the side boxes and painting. Bryant expects the work to be completed in three or four weeks, but wishes to know if the 8-inch howitzers are to be mounted in Springfield.
Details on Act of Congress that promised land to soldiers enlisted during the war. State of Virginia extended this privilege to soldiers engaged in services for limited periods. Lists procedure of government taken and why claims were denied.
Major Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon that all Indian goods have been sent forward. Craig also notes that his previous estimate for provisions will most likely be too large.
