Rice reluctantly encloses the resignation of Lt. Flagg whom he considered a promising officer but while waiting for the approval of his resignation Flagg pays little attention to his company for which he deserves condemnation. Also addressed contractor's price for provisions and doesn't believe an auditor in Philadelphia could accurately decide justifiable cost of supplies.
Routine correspondence concerning the appointment, transfer, promotion, discharge, desertion, leave, and assignment of individual officers and soldiers.
Lyman conveyed Mr. Williams' request for more strongly defined powers. The superintendent, Mr. Ames, indicated that Mr. Williams has no authority regarding the internal regulation of the works. The workmen also claim they are abused by Ames.
Refers to articles for which Benjamin Overholser received payment for transportation. Were private property of Major George Stevenson of 10th Regiment.
Letter regarding purchases for construction on Bacon Island, NC to be made by Captain James Taylor as authorized by McHenry received. Simmons requested copies of previous letters on this subject sent by McHenry.
Settlement of William Colfax, Contractor, showed Patterson drew extra rations therefore the Pay Master General will hold Patterson accountable for cost of extra rations. Simmons advised Patterson to be more careful in the future.
Per Adams' request, Simmons enclosed copies of letters from the Secretary of War regarding claims of sundry persons whose accounts were under examination. Simmons offered his opinion on course of action regarding accounts by claiming they are inadmissible. Simmons notes that he and McHenry held differing opinions regarding this matter. Simmons lists nine letters of the Secretary of War and Simmons' reports on these claims.
Order from Simmons to hold Capt. J.W. Patterson accountable for extra rations drawn for 24 recruits in June. Patterson to be charged $3.88 at the contract price of $0.16 per ration.
Responds to Lieutenant Smith, politely refusing to his request on grounds that it would set an unwanted precedent and interfere with the paymaster's instructions from the Treasury.
Major Craig discusses issues related to armorers and the Secretary at War with Samuel Hodgdon. He commiserates with Hodgdon over the state of his application.
After submitting a return of clothing due Captain Kalteisen, Freeman inquired as to the particular modes required for transmitting returns. Since he has not had a reply, he is unable to answer the men's inquiries respecting their clothing. He congratulates Hodgdon on the birth of his daughter but advises that he and his wife are unable to do likewise since they may be removed from St. Croix to St. Marys. If they were fixed to one spot, maybe they could do better.
Routine correspondence concerning the appointment, transfer, promotion, discharge, desertion, leave, and assignment of individual officers and soldiers.
Routine correspondence concerning the appointment, transfer, promotion, discharge, desertion, leave, and assignment of individual officers and soldiers.
Routine correspondence concerning the appointment, transfer, promotion, discharge, desertion, leave, and assignment of individual officers and soldiers and concerning courts-martial and infractions of military discipline.
Notification that commission for Lieut. Spring was sent to the Sec. of War, other vacancies will be filled via promotion. Expressed happiness that order and subordination was restored among men under Rice.
Questions Craig on his reasoning for not taking a larger sum in order to settle remaining accounts. Claim for armourers will not be assessed until appropriations bill passes. No wagons have arrived nor ships from Europe. Hodgdon anxious for news from other nations.
Simmons indicates that Dinsmoor's claims for compensation are inadmissible. He bases this on the contention of the Secretary of War that if final settlements are allowed revision, there will be no end to settlements. Simmons closes by noting that it has been unfortunate that he has differed with the Secretary of War on accounts similar to the one under consideration.
Treasurer of United States will remit sum to McRee for the payment of Robert Howe, Contractor in Wilmington. Payment for rations and Quarter Master stores furnished to the garrison at Fort Johnson. Payment was previously rejected due to lack of vouchers.
Vouchers previously submitted now admitted, excepting charges for commission, account to be adjusted. Balance due: $10150.02. Differences explained in annexed document. Simmons gave instructions on future submissions by Crafts.
