Hamilton discusses the number of cadets to be assigned to each regiment and the urgency of Captain Morris's request for clothing for the men at his garrison. "Some of the men of the infantry are actually almost naked."
In relation to to the Provisional Army, Hamilton discusses a number of accounting and supply matters and lists appointments of officers to sundry posts.
As Intendent of Stores appointed by Congress, he outlines his duties to oversee the military stores. Seeks to comply with the requisition to be aware of all people involved with military stores but worries that the size of such a task is impossible. Questions who acts as his deputies for assistance. Is anxious to perform duties but needs to have means to accomplish them
Certification of payment; $86.89 to Alexander Humphreys, contractor, for rations, Quartermaster, hospital stores furnished at Staunton, Virginia under command of Captain Alexander Gibson.
Simmons discusses a claim made by Lt. William Steele. The claim includes the expenses associated with renting a room for quarters in Portland. Simmons asks the Secretary to determine if the charge is allowable.
Routine correspondence concerning the appointment, transfer, promotion, discharge, desertion, leave, and assignment of individual officers and soldiers
