Will please inquire whether there is not a resolution of Congress empowering the commander-in-chief to order any officer he pleases a full quantity of rations in lieu of subsistence money.; American Philosophical Society
Letter acknowledging favor of 29th ult., and likewise a letter from Mr. Webb respecting the propriety of Colonel Finnie's conduct. Will lay the letter before General Washington, in order to disabuse his mind of any prejudice. Requests punctuality in the returns. Smith's Tavern; American Philosophical Society