McHenry's instructions to Wright, the new factor of the Indian Trading House near Fort Wilkinson on the Oconee River. It includes matters such as setting prices and accepting credit.
Outlines act to better organize US troops and the responsibilities of the Adjutant General. Reports needs of General Hamilton for such a position and calls North to the commission.
Enclosed is a statement of the public stores received since October 1797. Though there have been thirty different deliveries, Bray has made entries only in those cases where stores have been receipted for. Also, no entrees have been made for the several stores that have been forwarded at the request of certain officers. He is concerned that some of the clothing might suffer from injury by moths.
Has just taken account of equestrian equipment in the public store; in want of valices, mailpillions with straps, holsters, saddles, and nose bags. Requests delivery of extra for store.
Forwards load of common tents from his post to Pittsburgh. Requests procurement of a wagon capable of carrying a heavy load. Transportation expenses will be paid as soon as the amount is known. Send tents to Isaac Craig, and draw on the wagoner if possible for later payment.
Includes an order from Major Langham for all stores on hand. Will forward as many common tents as on hand to Pittsburgh. Will communicate subsequent orders. Reports good weather, favorable for canals, which need immediate attention.
Plans are being made to forward to New Haven the clothing, arms, and accoutrements intended for the regiment to be raised in the State of Connecticut. Phelps should receive these articles and have them stored and delivered to those persons who will be mentioned to him. Reasonable compensation will be provided to Phelps for his trouble in this matter.
Speaks of possibility of government enforcement against insurgents. Presumes organization of volunteer militia. Hopes to surprise insurgents with troops from Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Regrets not being able to supply appropriate clothing to the troops due to the contractor unable to navigate the Delaware River. Employed Mr. Edward Wright of Maryland as paymaster in Tennessee.
Tousard asks permission to assemble a General Court Martial to try those prisoners who have been charged with a capital crime. He recommends Edward Kendall for the post of Quartermaster Sergeant.
