Philadelphia 3. March 1795 Finding that the resolution of Congress which disposes of certain Public buildings at Carlisle does not include that which you wish to occupy, and perceiving also that it is not wanted for any other use, I agree to rent it to you for One Year, from the first day of April next, together with the small unfinished building adjacent, to serve you as a Kitchen or Stable — The Condition is, that at the expiration of the year, Two gentlemen to be chosen by us, to determine the value of the occupancy, all circumstances considered, and the money awarded to be paid into the hands of the proper Officer immediately upon judgment given — In this way and if the building is wanted by the Public, of which three months notice shall be given — I further agree to your holding possession for any term not exceeding three Years to be be computed from the first day of April One thousand Seven hundred and Eighty five, the buildings being kept, and finally delivered into the hands of the Public in as good condition as when received, the inevitable waste and wear excepted — you will in writing please to signify your compliance with, or rejection of the within proposals — With Sentiments of esteem I have the honor to be, Sir, your Most Obedient Servant Sam Hodgdon Com^mis Stores Brigadier General Irwin —