Philadelphia 7^th Novem^br 1795. Sir, I have examined the bark containing the Odor Mississippi and am clearly of opinion that it will not stand the required transportation; it leaks badly already — I think it will be best to start it into some Casks; it certainly will go in this better with more safety. I wish something respecting it may be concluded on immediately as I am making up loads for Pittsburg, and the Oil will make a part — I am Sir, your most Obedient servant. Samuel Hodgdon [Teach Francis, Esq^t] Philadelphia 8^th Nov^r 1795. Sir, I have received no return of the Ordnance & Stores at your Post since the 11^th January last, that was from Major Toufard; there must be considerable alterations since that time. I am now making out a Return of such articles for the use of the Commander in Chief of the Armies of the United States which I wish to have accurate for this purpose; as far as respects your command I request a Return particularly stating the number and kinds of Ordnance, and every species of Stores for them. Also a Return of such other Articles as fall more immediately into the Quarter Masters Department. Be pleased to send it to me as soon as possible. I am Sir Your most Obedient Serv^t Samuel Hodgdon [Gen^l. Muhlenberg]