[Letter from William Simmons — dated the 24^th June 1799] Department of War Accountants office June the 24^th 1799 Sir You will receive enclosed Abstract of Articles purchased by Joshua Orne Agent of Fortifications for Marblehead Massach^ts in the Months of April & May 1799, for the amount of which he will receive a Credit on the Books of this office, and for the due application whereof, you are to hold him accountable — You will please to acknowledge the Receipt hereof with the abstract abovementioned — I am Sir Your obedient Serv^t Wm Simmons Samuel Hodgdon Esq^r Superintendent of Military Stores