Simmons received letter from Carrington which was forwarded to him from chief clerk in City of Washington. Receipts were returned to Carrington after Simmons negotiated with the Treasurer.
Hagner apologized for not responding sooner, the move of the Office from Philadelphia to Washington delayed his response. Ames' request for information on accounts could not be answered since the accounts of his and Mr. Williams were at the treasury. Hagner noted that the U.S. was credited money for the apprenticeship of John Caswell.
Enclosed is the return of alterations in military stores of the Quartermaster's stores for the second quarter of 1800. Included is a return of clothing in the depository of the garrison at West Point with the return of the physician. Fleming has received the $25 of General Stevens that Hodgdon received from Dr. Charles Brown on Fleming's account.
Hagner received accounts for expenses related to travel for the court martial of Capt. Blackburn and Lieut. Tripplett. Accounts returned to Saunders who should submit them to the Paymaster general of his regiment.
Request assistance in determining ownership of Negros who were taken prisoner after their master was killed and then owned by a Cherokee named White Man Killer. Pike will shortly leave for Natchez and does not know who will succeed him.
Williams continues to worry about irregularities in mail delivery. He believes they are the fault of the post office in Philadelphia that places letters in the wrong bundles and gives them wrong directions. He is grateful, however, that cash still comes directly.
Refers to property of Lee & Potts, although the contract was made with James McHenry. Requests examination of report, although McHenry relied on verbal communication more than written.
Hagner requested general list of commissioned and non-commissioned officers and privates in order to make a payment on requested accounts submitted by Conrad Brem. Account suspended until information was forwarded to Office.
Mr. Bailey and Mr. Clarke presented at the Office accounts of rations and quarter masters supplies for troops under command of Capt. Bird. Hagner requested an abstract of officers and bills of parcel for each purchase made in Quartermasters office. Hagner wrote to Capt. Bird on the subject as well.
Requested Adams attendance at meeting of Secretaries at the office of the Secretary of the Navy. Messrs. Marshall and Stoddert specifically requested his presence.
Dexter confirms that a recently passed law called for the disbanding of the 12 new regiments of the provisional army, but not the "volunteer corps." Discusses the united opinion of the department heads [Cabinet] on the appointing of officers while the Senate is in recess -- that such should be permissible. Mentions the opinions of others on this matter, including Lt. Col. Tousard. Notes that he is preparing a list of officers from the reduced regiments who have been recommended to fill vacancies in the artillery and old regiments. Also forwards officer recommendations from General Pinckney and a court martial proceeding, for Adams' decision on its sentence.
Informs Dexter that attempts are being made to obtain and pay for gun locks previously contracted for the "Military Department;" asks that Dexter keep the current purveyor informed of the situation.
Major Craig notes the slow down in operations to Samuel Hodgdon. Craig mentions that stores have not been arriving lately and merchants are complaining of scarcity of cash in circulation.
Details on various trials performed to obtain proper marching technique. Weights of knapsacks, steps/minute, type of arms, etc. are provided. Gives recommendation.
