Pittsburg 24 February 1797 Sir, You will find enclosed herewith two accounts viz. one of Doctor Simons the other of Doctor Corning for services in attending the Garrison of Presque isle during the time that Doctor Balfour was sick You will observe tat Cap. Bissell has pointed out the reasons that that the charges have accrued but as the case is new to me & without a precedent I have sent them to you and have to request them returned by next post with your opinion & instructions respecting them. I am Sir Your Ob St I C Wm Simmons esq Acc War Dept