Certification that $16.40 is due John Stephenson, late a private in Captain Bruff's Company of Artillerists and Engineers, being his pay from February 1 to June 3, 1797, the day of his discharge.
Discusses impressment and Franco-American relations with the U.S. Minister to the Netherlands. Alludes to a general apathy in the House of Representatives on the issue. Concludes with a brief note on Spanish relations.
Refers to previous correspondence and changing opinions. Mentions events in France and efforts to preserve their government. Expresses concern about apathy. Refers to a speech by the President.
Hamilton's wagons arrived under direction of D. Buchanan, who was given money for his return trip. Packages to be forwarded to Massac, but unsure if shipment is whole, therefore requests list of supplies and provisions to go to Massac.
Certification that $1000 has been drawn in favor of T. & A. Hunt, dated November 24, 1797 at Lormiers, on account of the Pay of the Army through September 1797..
Certification that $1000 has been drawn in favor of T. & A. Hunt, dated November 24, 1797 at Lormiers, on account of the subsistence of the Army through September 1797.
William Simmons informs Caleb Swan that he will continue to call on officers who are in receipt of of public monies which remain unaccounted for. Simmons discusses the accounts of Lt. Marks and Capt. Pikes with Caleb Swan.
