Due to snow, Wayne believed the arrival of the Sachum Indians would be delayed to their rendez-vous with Williams. Wayne requested Williams fully explain the speech Wayne gave on the first of the month to the Indians and Lord Dorchester; Wayne promised destruction of tribes in the spring and summer if they did not accept the peace agreement.
Enclosed is the return of the number and quality of en working in the New York Navy Yard last week. The letter informs Knox that the keel is only being held together with loose clamps due to a lack of bolts. No new construction materials have arrived since Talbot's last letter on the subject except for six tons of pig ballast.
Cass notifies Gilman that the officers of the Legion intend to petition Congress for a quantity of land. Cass justifies the officers' land claims by noting their political orientation as Federals.
Willing & Francis requested payment for the salt petre they sold to United States. BaldHead Lighthouse has been built and "superintendent" should be notified.
Cover letter transmitting Fleming's account of contingent expenses for the garrison at West Point, his account and vouchers for enlisting soldiers, and his "account current." Discusses money owed by Captain Scott. Problems with sending in pay vouchers. Notifies Howell that he has requested 4,000 dollars from the Secretary of War for contingent expenses and contracts. Cited in Fleming to Howell, 03/11/1795.
Clerk John Stagg on behalf on late Secretary of War Henry Knox. Knox consulted with Joshua Humphreys and the later has no objections to the frigate keel, but no alterations made in the dimensions of timber. Compensation $2000 per year.
Butler requests the of Hodgdon the purchase of personal supplies which cannot be obtained in Pittsburgh, such as sherry wine, brown sugar, and soap. He requests it be sent by public wagon, and will pay by Hodgdon's orders or simply send the funds by post at Hodgdon's first convenience.
Ensign Rand of the 4th Sub Legion sends duplicate receipts of the money transmitted to him by Nathaniel Gorham, Supervisor at Boston. He has received $72 for his pay and $22 for his subsistence for a total of $94.
Received Howell's letter, in response McClellan enclosed a muster roll under cover to the Secretary of War. McClellan was under the impression that none of his men would be called to the rendez vous but would rather stay with him until the Spring.
Estimate to be obtained regarding services provided by Colonel Sproat. Hospital established to tend to sick militia. Governor Lee neglected to establish a method for defraying costs of hospital.
Explains that his pursuit of the charges against General Wayne arose from a desire to "elucidate the consistency of my conduct." Waxes long on the wrongs Wayne has done to him, and his long-suffering endurance of them. Says Wayne has only praised Wilkinson in the past because his excellent conduct at the Battle of Fallen Timbers was irrefutable. Submits to the judgment of the War Department concerning Major General Scott; appears to now be complaining about Scott's underhandedness. Thanks Knox for his and the president's expressions of confidence in Wilkinson's abilities, and wishes Knox happiness in private life after his resignation as Secretary of War.
"This letter is essentially the same as that which Hamilton wrote to Edmund Randolph on the same date." [letter to Randolph is cataloged here]
Enclosed letters from Hamilton to Collector of Charlestown and another from the comptroller to the Collector on the subject of construction and arming of vessels. Fears "much mischief has ensued from this construction" which will end up costing the United States. Believed W. Moultrie participated in error that makes it necessary to send a Circular.
Promises of peace by war chiefs of Sandusky and the U.S. military. Promises of protection by U.S. for Indian Nations who act peacefully but are attacked by hostile nations or settlers. Enclosed letter from Lord Dorchester, Governor of Canada.
