McHenry discusses with Hamilton the late presidential election of 1800. McHenry puts a positive spin on the Federalist defeat, however, stating: "We undoubtedly are threatened with a change in some of the most essential points in government and our national affairs; but who will venture to say, that equal evils did not await us, had Mr. Adams been elected. The case at least affords us this kind of consolidation."
Articles of agreement between Samuel Dexter and William Colfax of Bergen County New Jersey for provisions of rations. Describes the price and composition of rations, as well as how they should be delivered and all responsibilities of the contractor. Annexed with a memorandum extending the contract.
Despite the fact that a treaty with the French Republic is before the U. S. Senate, Secretary of the Navy Stoddert orders Barry to treat French armed vessels as hostile so long as they continue their depredations against American trading vessels.
$1500 in post notes have been received. Hodgdon can expect the usual yearly return of work done in the factory as soon as an account of stocks on hand are obtained from the Superintendent. Mr. Lyman stands a good chance of recovering if he does not have a relapse.
Enclosed is a return of the sundry clothing of Captain Hueger's and Captain Irvin's companies and a return of thirty bell jacks for Captain Irvin's company. Those marked with lead ink can be furnished and the other parts of the clothing Hodgdon should provide.
Amidst a discussion of other matters, Cushing notes that Major Buell has reported that Lieutenant Richmond has not returned to his post and the officers and men for whom he has received money have not been paid. It is hoped that Richmond has returned at this time, but if he has not, he should be found and ordered to join Kingsbury as soon as possible.
Simmons' letter (a response to Steele's of the 26th) contains an abstract of the charges disallowed on settlement of James O'Hara's accounts. Simmons informs Steele that O'Hara already acquiesced to the impropriety of the disallowed charges.
Provides answer to note regarding Captain William Rickard's petition, referred by Nathaniel Macon. Rickard was dissatisfied with Simmons' rejection of charges.
Certification of payment; $31.42 to Doctor Anthony Newman for attendance on and medicine administered to Captain Bird and Captain Gaither recruits at Salisbury North Carolina.
