Williams has received from the Superintendent of the Armory the plans, and request for materials, for buildings he wants erected immediately. The Superintendent wants to erect two one-story shops with an additional shop for fixing tools. Williams recommends erecting one two-story building for the same purposes which would result in great savings. If the armory is contemplated as a permanent establishment, Williams thinks Hodgdon should come to view the ground and make the necessary arrangements.
Abstract of disbursements by John Wilkins Jr., Quarter Master General for warrant of General Macpherson, commanding on the Northampton Expedition for himself and suit.
Simmons informs Ritchie that his accounts remain open on the books of the Accountant's Office. Simmons directs Ritchie to close his accounts as soon as possible.
Simmons informs McPherson that the Secretary at War has authorized the reimbursement of personal expenses incurred during the expedition to Northampton County.
Simmons directs Stevens to provide the instructions he received from Major General Hamilton. Simmons requests this information in order to justify expenditures made outfitting artillery troops with uniforms.
Discussed expenses related to the board of troops at taverns and the cost of entertaining citizens at the Captain's table. McHenry believed that the U.S. should pay the incidental expenses of Rodman.
$1600 in post notes on account of the Armory have been received. Williams is disappointed that he has not been able to procure large wood screws suitable for heel plates for muskets in either Boston or New York. If they are available in Philadelphia, he asks that 20 - 40 gross be forwarded by stage to New York and from there by water to New Haven
Reports that late account of Creeks killing 2 Chickasaws is false. Seve Collbert half-breed, has come to purchase a boat in preparation to settle at Bear Creek. According to instructions, plans to purchase rifle for Son of Apoemingo. Encloses copy of Mr. Hawkins's letter, who returned saddles stolen by the Creeks and taken by Capt. Butler at Tellico. Reports about houses will come shortly. Refers to previous accounts. Sends tribute to George Washington.
Routine correspondence concerning the appointment, transfer, promotion, discharge, desertion, leave, and assignment of individual officers and soldiers.
Certification of payment; $1028.80 to Robert Howe, Wilmington, North Carolina for rations, quarter master, and hospital stores furnished the garrisons of Fort Johnston North Carolina.
