Musket cartridges are in the powder house at New Port and arms chests from Springfield are in a store provided for that purpose. Crary also has muskets in arms chests from the contractors who made them. He is keeping them in good order as he awaits directions from the Secretary of War.
Mr. Davis has been transferred to the "New York." Mr. Dodge, his mate, has been appointed surgeon of the "Adams" contrary to the wishes of Captain Robinson of the "Adams," who wanted Buchanan as his surgeon. Robinson should be allowed the choice of his own medical officer so Buchanan does not know why Robinson's request was denied.
Simmons received a letter from Darling dated the 5th of September which suggested that Darling felt he deserved pay after submitting his resignation. Simmons notes that his resignation was accepted on the 21st of January, and there were no situations where an officer received pay after having submitted his resignation and having it approved, and thus Darling does not warrant any additional pay.
Simmons recovered a packet containing sundry accounts and vouchers of the late Purveyor Tench Francis bearing Harrisons signature. However no letter from Harrison on the subject accompanied the packet. The packet will be examined and Harrison will be informed of the result.
Simmons confirms receipt of Ornes letter dated the 9th of September with his accounts for money spent on the fortifications at Marblehead. The records of these expenditures will be examined and Orne will be notified of the result.
Abstract of Quartermaster's Stores purchased and manufactured received. Problems with charges of clothing delivered to S. Vance and his regiments. Advised Craig not to blend charges in his accounts.
Harris is asked to deliver to Major William McRea at Fort Mifflin the following stationery items: large folio post paper, common size fine cut paper, fine letter paper, and best Dutch quills. The supply being furnished for particular and special purposes is expected by the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers.
Sparks encloses power of attorney of William Dugan, late a private in Captain Guthries' Company of Levies, who was taking by the Indians in November 1791, with an oath respecting the time of his captivity. Requests what may be owing to Mr Dugan. Asks about contacting Secretary of War regarding extra duty remarking the boundary line between the United States and the Cherokee Nation on the border of Cumberland and Kentucky, which took 43 days.
Stevens offers to send Governor Sargent's trunk to New Orleans by the vessel "Julian" which sails soon. Since the weather is cool, the prospects of escaping the fever this season. It is, however, sickly in the country. Mr. Osgood on Long Island has had 18 members of his family sick and he has lost two of his children.
Refers to the ongoing investigation of Mr. Martin's supposed verbal contract for buttons with the previous purveyor, the late Tench Francis. Hodgdon, after reviewing the evidence, has arrived at a certain number of buttons, with specifications for size and unit insignia, for Martin to complete to fulfill his contract. Hodgdon also refers to items placed in public stores by Andrew Ellicot, and whether they have been kept or sold.
Simmons examined the accounts of Colonel Henry Gaither and found him indebted to the United States. Majority of the money expended was for recruiting services.
Simmons believes there to be a balance owed the United States in the amount of $3841.47, while Lt. Col. Gaither believes it to be $4322. Simmons states that the difference is likely from the lack of receipts for money paid by Gaither to sundry commissioned and non-commissioned officers. Simmons notes that the sums which had been deducted for contingency expenses are unauthorized by any law or regulations and thus cannot be credited back to Gaither. In addition to the amount of money already stated by Simmons, Gaither, as per Warrant No. 5234 issued by the Secretary of War, is also responsible for the payment of a bill of exchange worth an additional $1233.53; thus, the sum total due the United States from Gaither is $5075.
Swan says he informed General Wilkins in Philadelphia. Left the horse and General Wilkins said he would inquire upon his return from Pittsburg, which as in August 1799.
The Secretary is still indisposed so Newman must acknowledge receipt of Hodgdon's letters. A warrant has been issued for the estimate sent to Hodgdon by Mr. Williams for the expense of the Armory at Springfield. Newman will hand the draft of the copper rolling machine to the Secretary of the Navy.
