New Orleans, Louisiana. To John Ballinger. He has no hopes of assistance from the militia as he is confident no law can be passed by the present legislature because of the opposition in the senate.
Presque Isle. To James Wilson, Assistant Quarter Master. Instructions to build a canal at the head of Lake Chataqui to convey baggage to Fort Franklin.
Fort Fayette. To John Wilkins Quarter Master. Requests that a supply of paper, quills, and inkstand be delivered to the paymaster of the second regiment infantry.