Discussion of Clothing, Comfort, and Cost for Soldiers
Document 1799Refers to responsibility as Intendent of Stores and desire to be more useful to the army and the U.S. Mentions deficiency of supplies, some of which were sent but were lost by the boatmen and for which they will be accountable. Refers to contract with Mr. Billington for coats for privates and sergeants and the trimmings and cloth for a musician's coat; if one has already arrived, please advise. Mr. Francis is ill with gout. Soldiers must pay for their own linen vests; they will not be furnished, but the idea could be introduced with the next contract. Encourages consideration of clothing cockades, eagles, and ruffles. Reports cartouch boxes under contract with belts and leather. Cross belts were too expensive. Concerned about comfort of soldiers.
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