Notification to Simmons that per Simmons' directions he has paid Capt. Michael Kalteisen the money for his pay and the pay of his detachment. Cited in Simmons to Stevens, 07/10/1798.
Dr. Wells had applied to the Secretary of War for an appointment as a Surgeon's Mate in the Navy but has learned that the appointment will be made by Stoddert as Secretary of the Navy. If appointed, Wells promises to conduct himself with honor and utility to the United States rising Navy.
Stevens is directed to employ an engineer to assist Mr. Fleming and Mr. Hill to report on the most eligible sites for new works. They also should prepare plans and estimates for the works, including the work required on the fortifications on Governors, Bedlow, and Oyster Islands so that they can be defended. Batteries should be erected on York Island to prevent enemy ships from taking stations from which they could cannonade and bombard the city [New York].
Major Craig discusses with Samuel Hodgdon the need to replace stores which have been redirected from their intended destinations by the Commander in Chief.
Amidst a discussion of sundry matters, Ross observes that the troops on the western frontier could be easily brought together under the Provisional Army law. He speculates on the intentions of the French in Florida, the reactions of the Spaniards to French incursions, and the need to strengthen the Mississippi.
