Requests pieces of Hessian for baling blankets for public store. Someone from New York has musket locks for sale. They have been examined and approved by Mr. Nicholson. Requests approval to buy them for a lower cost than from a contractor.
Major Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon that Governor Sargent's property has been given special attention. Craig also notes the serious want of clothing for the troops.
Jacob Death was selected to go to Pittsburgh to assist building galleys. He performed well until his wife and a child died and he took furlough, requesting an advance on his pay. Upon his return to Pittsburgh, however, he did not return to work. He is now in Baltimore, working for Mr. Price, a ship builder. Now needs to solicit the account forwarded to Death and seeks assistance. Requests Kilty to visit Mr. Price.
Certification of payments; $385 to Charles and William Lotty for iron and steel purchased for use of public works Harpers Ferry, Virginia [now West Virginia].
Harris is asked to deliver fifty cartouche boxes and scabbard belts to the order of Major William Burrows for the use of the Marine Corps. They are to be charged to the Purveyor.
Simmons will receive a letter from Edward Carrington that includes accounts and vouchers for payments made under his agency to the militia against the insurgency in 1794. They should be examined as preparation for settling the accounts.
By order of Secretary of War, sends clothing, arms, and military stores. Requests acknowledgment of receipt and whether the shipment matches the invoice.
