Simmons confirms receipt of Captain Henry's letter of November 22nd enclosing receipts for carriage hire. The regulations regarding extra compensation for officers detached on special assignment stipulate that each officer shall be allowed a specific per diem amount specified therein. Simmons provides the specific regulations governing expenses for officers detached on public service so that Henry can determine the validity of his claim.
McHenry writes Hamilton consoling him on the death of his firstborn son, Philip, in a duel. Philip was shot by George Eacker, who had insulted his honor in a Manhattan theater.
This letter informs Whelen that Samuel Hodgdon will provide military clothing. Also, the Secretary at War directs Whelen to contact Mr. Lewis about obtaining maps of Tennessee.
John Nicholson submits a detailed report to Hodgdon on the condition of muskets recently received from Virginia and others stored at Race Street in Philadelphia.
Directs issue of supplies to Fort Sumner in Portland, Mass. (now Maine), including: cannon ammunition, supplies for making cartridges, raw minerals, a pair of steelyards, and slowmatch.
