Along with a discussion of sundry supply matters, Hodgdon expresses his relief that the fever seems to be abating in Philadelphia due probably to the colder weather.
Monies advanced to the Commandants of the Districts for the Recruiting Service are to be settled according to regulations. Maj. Daniel Jackson, Commandant of the District including Massachusetts and Maine includes the following officers: Capt. Amos Stoddart at Portland, Capt. Samuel Gates at Boston, and Lt. George Washington Duncan at Marblehead. Maj. Adam Hoops is the Commandant for the district including New York and New Jersey includes the following officers: Capt. Walter Livingstone Cochran at Albany, Capt. John Henry at New York, Lt. Horatio Dayton at Elizabeth Town, Ensign William Boote at New Brunswick, and Capt. James Stille at Trenton.
Hawkins expresses outrage over the number of whores and rogues in the area of the Creek Nation once headed by Seagrove. They cannot get used to the "new order of things" and may resort to mischeif.
Doughty is concerned that the freight for the goods that were shipped by him has not been paid. He asks that said freight be paid by Hodgdon to William Field and a receipt taken from him.
Nathan Jones has written respecting the freight of the goods sent in the sloop "Trimmer" to Wilmington. Hodgdon has stated that the money will not be paid until the Bill of Lading is produced. Douglass requests that payment be suspended until either the owner of the sloop, Joseph Cooper, or Douglass himself is consulted
Submits expense report for transportation of baggage. Outlines their baggage needs during a campaign. Includes extracts from the Baltimore Intelligencer, a letter from Mr. Hindman, Charles Carroll, George Salmon, and Samuel Chase to McHenry on various topics.
The articles in the hogshead that are missing were probably removed by those who were trying to dry the clothing after it was injured due to the neglect of the boatman.
Along with noting a shortage of private's clothing, Hodgdon observes that the sickness that is ravaging Philadelphia has necessarily resulted in disappointments in his office. His continued presence has prevented some difficulties, however.
Certification of payments; $37.17 to John Martin, late a Private in Captain Thomas Lewiss Company, 3d Regiment of Infantry, for sundry articles of clothing.
