Capt. Samuel C. Vance acted in the capacities of Deputy Paymaster and Deputy Quartermaster General on the recent expedition to Northhampton. Simmons should pay him for these extra duties according to established principles based on former cases that are similar.
Acknowledges receipt of the deeds of cession for two parcels of land on which to build forts protecting the harbor of New London, Connecticut. Affirms the importance of the defense of this harbor, for Connecticut and the nation.
Glendening received fire engine from John Wilkins Jr., Quarter Master General per agent James Miller. Glendening promises to deliver a carriage to John Mackey at Harpers Ferry.
Major Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon that a general return of stores was sent to the Secretary at War, along with other bits of news. Orders from the Quartermaster General stating that Craig can only have one clerk mean he must fire Mr. King.
Enclosed sundry rolls and vouchers and disbursements made to the army agreeable to enclosed schedule. Received notification from Hagner that all accounts were accepted and paid except for the payment of E. Turner for expenses accrued in pursuit of a deserter. Requested info on printer and rate in Philadelphia for J.Scull who is printing muster and pay rolls per request of D. Strong.
Description of Samuel Vance having been paymaster for a militia expedition; 3,201 dollar balance remains in his hands. They have already used some of that money for recruiting services. Notification that paid accounts and vouchers are being returned for final adjustment.
"...Captain Brock...informs me he has no arms, clothing, or public stores of any kind, these men of Captain Gibson's and Lieutenant Lewis's at this place are in much want of clothing. I have received a suit of clothing per man for two complete companies but don't know whether I ought to give any part of it to these men who have drew before or keep it for the recruits. I wish for information on the subject. Sir, I take the liberty to remind you that I feel very anxious to visit my family from which have been absent near four years."
Circular to the Commandants of Regiments: Hamilton decries the practice of commandants and officers who relegate the crucial element of training troops to inferiors.
Cannot find the draught for public land, but isn't too worried. Believes a new survey will be made soon. Requests Parker to communicate to the proprietors' agent that the government will not concede one foot of land which they originally possessed. Col. Postlethwaite and Col. Alexander are well aware of the land from its first possession until now. Requests any further information.
Refers to commotion of coming election with concern for the peace and security of the common wealth. Seeks to elect James Ross governor. Refers to case of Stevens in New York. The Quartermaster general has appointed Stevens his agent with a handsome compensation. Swan has opened his office in the rooms formerly occupied by the postmaster general. Refers to valuable cargoes of cash and furs.
