Henley admits there was a mistake in some of his accounting in the ordnance department accounts, blames it on clerical error. Describes activity in caring for powder stores. Seeks to defend honor and make excuses.
Notifies Hodgdon of recent $350 bill drawn; also reminds Hodgdon of October 26 letter, in which he asked Hodgdon to pay to the Treasury money due on a land certificate held by Wilkins, and charge the same amount to Wilkins.
Certification that $390.53 is due a detachment of the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers at Governors island, being for the pay, subsistence,and forage of Captain Frederick Frye and Surgeon's Mate Samuel Osborne, and the pay of the non-commissioned officers and privates, for October 1797.
Certification that $48.87 is due Lieutenant David Hale and the detachment of recruits under his command at the rendezvous at New York, being his and their pay for October 1797.
Timber for cannons arrived, inconvenient to send iron for carriages from Philadelphia. Advised searching stores for old carriages. If Col. Forrest declines request for service from Craig, responsibility will fall on Hodgdon. Mentioned illness in Philadelphia with hopes that good health has returned to the city.
Waiting on paperwork from Forrest. Requested stationary, paper, quills, and ink powder will be sent to Craig. Capt. Crawford's money will be sent along shortly.
