Simmons admonishes Captain Crawford that though Joseph Howell, the previous accountant, had reached conclusions regarding Crawford's account, those are no longer valid because Howell is now out of office. However, Simmons assures him that any amount due him will be passed to his credit.
Regrets any circumstance that delayed the decent of troops down the Ohio river to reinforce Gen. Wayne. Advised forwarding troops stationed at Pittsburgh to assist Gen. Wayne immediately. Discussed forwarded uniforms and pay for recruits.
Pickering asks that Humphreys inform him of the exact dimensions of the kentledge [scrap metal ballast] already received for use on the new frigates, that more may be contracted for.
Letter regarding clothing at Galliopolis received. Will attempt to forward personal property to Lieut. Monnet. O'Hara advised sending Indian goods to Fort Franklin and that he would submit documents to the Treasury for reimbursement on his trip to Philadelphia.
Simmons certifies that the sum of $1032 is due to a detachment of Militia commanded by Captain Nathaniel Cushing and responsible for the defense of the settlements of Marietta, Bellepre, and Waterford in the northwestern territory.
Simmons certifies that the sum of $1273.06 is due to a detachment of Militia responsible for the defense of Washington County, territory of the United States northwest of the Ohio, and commanded by Captain William Miles during early 1795.
$999 has been forwarded for the pay of a company of infantry under Capt. Brook Roberts but since receipts have not been forwarded, it cannot be known how the money was appropriated so Neufville has not been exonerated from the charge.
Simmons announces that he is returning Doctor Gillaspy's accounts due to irregularities therein. Kalteisen's recruiting account will remain unsettled until all the monies given him for that purpose are accounted for. The expense involved in the pursuit of deserters must be set forth and all accounts must be certified with receipts included.
The balance due David Mason, late storekeeper, will be paid him at the office of his legal administrator. The warrant due him for his service in the late war may be received at the War Office.
A considerable sum of money is still charged to former Paymaster William Weeks which appears to be unaccounted for by him. It is said that Weeks' accounts were delivered to Assistant Paymaster William Bedlow and forwarded by him to the Paymaster General's office. So far these accounts have not been found but if they are located, they will be examined and the amount credited to Mr. Weeks.
Pickering laments that the kentledge cast by Mr Fauch turned out faulty. Discusses the contract and models and asks that Talbot prepare a detailed examination of the matter and report minutely.
There is a question as to timing of Gibbs acceptance of his position as clerk of the ship yard and the commencement of pay. Pay to be $750 per year. Discusses the manner of paying public servants. Emphasizes that this is a temporary position and asks that Gibbs not to throw aside his private business. Hopes that this position is compatible with his private interests. Discusses the matter of hardship as a public servant and whether that merits a claim for higher compensation.
