Seagrove sends to General MacPhearson a list of men held in custody and charged with treason for aiding John Fries' campaign against the Direct House Tax of 1798. Fries was Captian of Bucks County Militia.
The Power of Attorney has been given to James Miller and should be deposited at the War Office on April 18th. Any money that Miller wants prior to that time should be paid to him. All the bills drawn on Hodgdon which may come to hand after that time should be accepted by him.
Routine correspondence concerning courts-martial and infractions of military discipline. Routine instructions and correspondence concerning the organization of individual regiments
Delay in answering letters due to survey trip near Alexandria and house guests. Washington does not lay blame on McHenry for delay in recruiting due to circumstances outside his control. Advised contacting soldiers via local gazettes.
Directs the superintendent engineer of the Fort McHenry construction to alter the original plan as he sees fit, regardless of cost, to ensure the defensibility of the fort. Reiterates that no additional money for the project will be advanced by the government.
Articles of agreement between Wolcott and Owen Evans of Providence Township Pennsylvania for the manufacture of 1000 stands of muskets complete with bayonets and ramrods to be delivered at Philadelphia.
Received ultimate letter from Mr. Evans, who has worked for years making Charlottesville muskets for the U.S. Acknowledges his quality work. Inquires whether another pattern of musket is to be delivered, but states that alteration may not be necessary.
Reports that Major Constant Freeman has had problems settling his account. Deems such inconsistent behavior improper. Requests that Freeman's expenses be adjusted for his activity in Georgia.
These are the thirty seven rules and regulations for the recruiting service including the prohibition of recruiting individuals who are intoxicated or who are Negroes, Mulattoes, or Indians. Included is a sample of an enlistment document.
