[Johann Phulor dated Jany 19. 1784 Jno [Mass] [monogram/cipher] West Point Jany 19. 1784 Sir After what has passed in [strikethrough: relate] regard to your demand of the commutation of a Major, in consequence of the resolve of June 28. — you must be sensible that I cannot at this time comply with it — I consulted a Committee of Congress on it, whose Ideas I must follow at present; but should a construction be put to the resolve conformable to your desires, you will be entitled to receive any further allowances given to [strikethrough: to the officers the same attention with the rest] of the aids — I am Sir with particular esteem & respect, Your Ob^t Serv^t