Betton N.C., Hanover, New Hampshire. to Silas Betton, Concerns a poem complimentary to Robert Dinsmore. In the postscript states there will probably soon be a dash on Canada by Wilkinson and Hampton.
War Office. To James Wilkinson. Refers to a letter from Governor Manuel Gayoso de Lelmos about the relationship of the United States with Great Britain and Spain.
To James Wilkinson. Refers to reinforcements ordered to the Mississippi posts, instructions for dealing with the Indians at Natchez, Walnut Hills and in the Northwest territory, and reprimands Wilkinson for his action in connection with Powers' visit…
Near Dowingstown. To James Wilkinson. Refers to a communication which brought information that 2,000 French troops in the pay of the King of Spain were on their way ascending the Mississippi.