Writes that a major of the 2nd Regiment of Artillerists wrote General Hamilton that his men were "almost naked" and that they needed clothing forwarded to them. Writes that there are a considerable number of coats and vests in his store, which he can furnish. Also states that he has been busy in making drafts of the new army uniforms.
Regarding accounts received from the Quarter Master's Department on the Mississippi. Wilkins informs that these accounts were made before receipt of Simmons' instructions relative to taking vouchers.
Routine correspondence concerning the appointment, transfer, promotion, discharge, desertion, leave, and assignment of individual officers and soldiers.
Simmons informs Henley that his extract for services performed in the southwest territory was forwarded to the Secretary at War. Simmons also discusses the accounts of Elijah Robertson and Robert Cozby.
Simmons refers Turner to the Paymaster General for resolution of pay matters. Simmons also informs Turner that Capt. Sedgwick can provide the enlistment records he desires.
Simmons asks the Secretary at War to attest to the propriety of land acquisitions made by Archibald Crary. Crary is the agent for fortifications in New Port, Rhode Island.
Waterman apologizes for declining Banger's offer to fill the vacancy in the military stores but he recommends that his brother Isaac be considered for the same position.
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.
Tousard informs Hamilton that it would be less expensive for him to winter in Philadelphia than New York since his family lives in Philadelphia. He or Major Hoops could repair to New York every week or fortnight to receive orders.
Hamilton asks for Washington's opinion regarding the planned military academy and any of his proposed alterations to the plan will be given careful consideration.
