War Office June 21st 1797 Flannell & c e to be delivd to the City Militia John Connelly Major [Softley?] War Office, June 21st 1797. Sir, Please to deliver Major General Procter, for the use of the City Militia, in celebrating the Anniversary of the Independence of the United States on the ensuing 4th July, One hundred and eighty three pounds of Cannon powder - Flannel sufficient for forty five cartridges for twelve pounders, some slow match and six portfires - James McHenry Samuel Hodgdon

Mr. John Harris Keeper of Military Stores, U. S. No. 17 N. Water Street. Sir: Please to Issue the above powder and its requisites to Major Connelly on order to the Celebration of the Memorable 4th July 1797. I am Sir, Your O &c Servant Mr. John Harris of the Military stores - Tho: Procter