Encloses (not included) a minute of the inaccuracies on Bryant's return that must be accounted for. Reminds Bryant again to provide more details on his returns and to remember to list all alterations. Says that full returns are unnecessary, Bryant needs only to list the adjustments since the last return sent.

Updates Bryant on Augusts' return he received from Bryant. Informs Bryant that he did not receive any receipts for the stores noted as expended, therefore Bryant will not be credited for those. Notes that Mr. Ames should have given Bryant a receipt for the supplies he received.

Asks Bryant for further details on the type, number, and weight of various supplies and weapons listed on Bryant's return. Instructs Bryant to be more accurate and perfect in his returns.

Informs Bryant that he received his letter and return. Inquires why the powder barrels have not been paid for.

Discusses receipts he sent to Bryant regarding the number of stores sold at Springfield, Massachusetts.

Requests Captain Bryant send additional cannons [for Melancton Smith] to Philadelphia and discusses possible transportation routes. Stamped free on address leaf. Free frank signature of James McHenry (Secretary of War).

Encloses (not included) an invoice of stores that are to immediately be sold. Also includes (not included) the conditions of the sale and an advertisement. Asks for an account on the amount of twine Bryant has available. Provides Bryant with instructions for an upcoming sale on military stores.