The Hon^ble Francis Preston in Congress Accountant's Office Jan. 16^th 1797 Sir There is no Proof accompanying the Papers of Lieut Craig, that James Craig (the signer of the Power of Attorney to you) is the Executor to the Estate of Lieut Craig, deceased.— If you are in possession of the necessary Vouchers from the Probate of Wills Office, please to forward it to this Office, if not, such Certificate must be obtained before payment can be made; Inclosed you have a Statement of the Account, as it now stands at this Office. I am &c. W^m Simmons Acct