Philadelphia 31^st March 1798. Sir On the receipt of the enclosed I wrote I wrote to M^r Glen requesting an explanation — the enclosed is from him in answer— which I submit to your decision. I also return the letter received from you. — With sentiments of Esteem I am Sir Your most Obedient Servant Samuel Hodgdon James M^cHenry Esq^r Philadelphia 2^nd April 1798. Sir. By order of the Secretary of War I have shipped to your address on board the Sloop May flower George May Master the articles inserted in the enclosed Invoice & Bill of lading You will please to acknowledge the receipt of them noting the time and order in which they arrive, and whether they agree with the invoice — I am Sir Your most Obedient Servant Samuel Hodgdon P.S. the Sloops sail'd this day Cap^t Richard S. Blackburn