Agrees to pay account to Tate & Stothart as advised by the Secretary of War. Warns that any contract must have approval of the Treasury Department or the War Department, and all contracts for supplies must be approved by the Secretary of Treasury. Bills for unauthorized objects will not be paid. Requests acknowledgment of this understanding.
Nabb expresses his disappointment that he has yet to receive the monies due him from Mr. Haskins and asks for Simmons' assistance in resolving this matter.
Advises Fish that he will receive money from the Treasurer of the U. S. that he is to pay to Lieutenant James Rand of the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers for two months advance pay.
Request for progress report on frigate construction in anticipation of request from Congress. Include information on state of hull, equipment, and expected date of launching.
Directs for proof of payroll fraud by Captain James Gillespie. McHenry announces that he will procure a qualified person to fill the place of Deputy Paymaster and Storekeeper.
Certification that $9.75 is due William Coats for attesting 65 recruits enlisted by Captain Cornelius R. Sedam agreeably to his Certificate from March 3, 1795 to July 17, 1796.
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Adams discussed new official policy to be pursued with France due to insult suffered by Pinckney. Outlined naval policy and protection of merchant ships.
Hodgdon's knowledge of gunpowder induces Leacock to ask him to replace Mr. Rittenhouse in adjusting the pendulum-proof. It will not take much time and will ensure that the proper adjustments are made in response to complaints regarding its accuracy. If Hodgdon consents, the Commissioners will be notified.
Acknowledges receipt of receipt roll of Sergeant Philip William [Williams?] and the men under his command that will be credited on the books of the War Department accountants office.
Campbell, resident in Cherokee nation legally licensed to trade with Cherokee Indians under condition that Campbell observes laws and regulations of the United States government.
The enclosed bill should be paid and charged to the Quartermaster's department. Mr. Langham stands charged with $234.29 due the United States. Simmons says that he has no accounts to settle with Mr. Langham.
