Simmons wants McRee to determine the price of the vinegar portion of the rations issued by Daniel Wheaton that were lacking it. That amount can then be deducted as a consequence.
Simmons received Lane and Saltar's letter of January 21st with their account for cannon furnished to the United States. The balance, $7172.90, will be sent to them by the Treasurer.
Simmons requests Hodgdon enter onto his books the included list of cannon furnished by William Lane and William Saltar. The cannon were received by Colonel Tousard and Captain Elliot.
Simmons requests Dr. Weems' assistance in evaluating the validity of Dr. Bullus' charges. Dr. Strong was also consulted, but Doctors Strong and Bullus are involved in trade, and thus his opinion may not be entirely impartial. As Dr. Bullus is requesting an advance, Dr. Weems' opinion will determine the amount which can reasonably be allowed Dr. Bullus.
Certification of payment; $140 to Doctor Isaiah Blair for medicine and attendance on recruits under command of Captain D. Duncan, 10 Infantry Regiment, payable to James Ross, esquire.
Certification of payment; $1219.54 to Alexander Humphreys for rations supplied Captain Campbell and Lieutenant Grigsbys recruits at Abingdon Virginia.
Simmons informs Wheaton of a balance due the United States of $161.45 and mentions a reduction in the price of vinegar where it is not part of issued rations.
Certification of payment; $100 to Doctor William Davidson for medicines furnished and attendance on recruits of Captain William Graham, 10th Regiment of Infantry at Bedford, Pennsylvania, payable to Henry Wood, esquire.
It has been the practice that those persons who supply rations at a recruiting rendezvous also furnish quarters and provide the means of transportation for their removal.
Craig packing clothing for troops at Fort Pickering and Fort Adams which is proving "most troublesome" due to General's instructions. Craig must open and repack all boxes and irregularities still exist. General will not accept office of the Minister of War if it was offered to him.
Reports use of funds and concern over accounts. Notes that Hodgdon expressed surprise at information received of Mr Henshaw. If Henshaw had been more thorough in relaying information, doubts that Hodgdon would have been as much surprised. Discusses the matter of agency for the war department, noting that he declined months ago.
