Benjamin Hodgdon has received the bill of lading for the flour but the vessel has not yet arrived. He has received the inquiry of Mr. Blake respecting the note of Colonel Sargent. It amounts to $625, including interest, and Blake is anxious to have it paid and Hodgdon has paid it without injury to himself.
Wagner discusses Col. [Timothy] Pickering's ill advised removal as Secretary of State and praises him for the speed and efficiency in which he settled his extensive accounts.
Regarding Mr. Ketland's claim on account of locks imported and year to year verbal contract between Francis and Ketland. Laments Francis' practice of making oral contracts without memorandums in his books or communication to Mr. Govett, the clerk. Jonas Wade of New Jersey has delivered shoes; will get an inspector to examine them.
Whelen, purveyor of public supplies, in extract requests that letter be considered as authority from Whelen to John Newman to give receipt on Whelen's behalf to the accountant.
Accounts regarding fortifications examined and credit to Jackson's account made. Simmons noted that Jackson held part of George Leig[__] account for the use of ox, horses, and carts and reprimanded Jackson for his chosen type of classification.
On Settlement of accounts for Jackson regarding fortifications, a balance remained of $10,000 which was due back to the treasurer. Accounts submitted by Jackson received and to be examined.
Certification of payment; $1350 to Samuel Hodgdon, Superintendant of Military Stores, for his salary, that of John Harris Store Keeper, and clerks employed.
Requested Craig assist Uriah Tracy who is a visiting senator from Connecticut. Requested Craig furnish a letter of introduction for Tracy if he required one to complete his business.
Hagner reported to Williams that Mr. Ames' account showed he paid Solomon Rockwell and Brothers for 10 tons of refined iron. Williams must apply to the Register of the Treasury for information on past accounts. Hagner included set of forms required for submitting accounts to Office.
Certification of payment; $260.22 to Conrad Brem, contractor, for rations, and quarter master stores furnished for detachment of 4th and 6th Regiment under command of Captain Ross Bird, payable to Baylie and Clarke.
Hagner announces that when he arrives in Philadelphia he intends to remove his family from that city. He has written to the purveyor, Mr. Whelen, and asked him to provide transportation for his furniture. Since he has taken a house in Georgetown and is paying rent, he is anxious to remove his family and effects as early as possible.
