Despite his efforts, Bedinger has been unable to locate the arms and stores claimed by the State of Maryland. Without Major Langham's assistance he cannot differentiate between Maryland's articles and those belonging to the United States. Major Langham is expected soon so the matter should be resolved upon his return.
McHenry requests that DaCosta examine the nine pound cannon on the ship of war Delaware, commanded by Stephen Decatur, and prove the ones which are suitable for service. He should submit a report on the examination and proof to McHenry as soon as possible.
Request that David Stodder naval constructor at Baltimore close accounts. Suggested that he may owe United States money for iron and nails. Refers to claim for use of old Smith's shop which he voluntarily permitted to be used. Salary to be paid until 5 April, after which time his services no longer wanted or called for. Asks if the materials and timber in ship yard will suffer by being exposed to sun.
Enclosed are returns for: iron 18-pounder cannon and carriages, iron ship four-pounders, and chests of French stands of arms forwarded by order of the Secretary of War. Enclosed also are Captain Lee's receipts for these articles. Fleming will set off the next day on the sloop carrying these articles for New York where the powder will be proved.
Discussed injuries sustained by brother, settlement of Mr. Hillis' account, money advanced Henley, and transportation of goods due Indians per treaty agreement.
Cover for a receipt of James S. Deblois, purser of the Navy frigate U.S.S. Constitution. Informs Simmons of the payment of a draft. Cited in Simmons to Jackson, 05/29/1798.
Certification that $728.47 is due Captain Joseph Elliott and the detachment under his command at Fort Wolcott on Rhode Island, being his and their pay for January through April 1798, and the pay of Lieutenant James Rand for January and February 1798.
Directs issue of 1,000 stand of arms & accoutrements and 25,000 musket cartridges each to the ports of Wilmington North Carolina, Charleston South Carolina, and Savannah Georgia.
Harris is directed to deliver to Captain Dale a set of signal colors, a drum with spare heads, and a company book, all for use on board the ship "Ganges."
Truxton (Truxtun) noted that Stodder made improvements to the shape of ships bow, but his accounts were in question. He also stated the cost of building Southward of Philadelphia would cost more than going north for construction.
