War department, Sept: 3. 1794. Sir. I have enclosed the copy of a letter from the Commissioner of the Revenue, just received, and I will thank you to inform me, what answer to make thereto — I am, Sir, with respect, Your ob't Serv't [signature: undecipherable] [Received from State Dep't. Nov. 24. 1894. R.P.O. 401310.] Samuel Hodgdon Esq. --- [Copy] Treasury Department. Revenue Office Sept 3. 1794. Sir I have the honor to acquaint you that M^r Francis has contracted at Baltimore for Two thousand canteens, a [undecipherable] in [undecipherable] of another contract for the like number; also a further purchase of lead, has been effected by Nicholas Hoffman & C^o of New York. M^r Francis wishes to be informed how or where these articles are to be disposed of when ready — I have the honor to be Sir Your most obedient Serv^t (signed) Tench Coxe. Commissioner of the Revenue The Secretary at War