William Simmons letter July 18, 1799

July 18, 1799
Accountant’s  Office
William Simmons to Edward Carrington
Simmons authorizes Carrington to make payments.
Certification that $1,299 is due a detachment of the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers stationed at Fort Norfolk under Captain Richard Blackburn, being the pay of himself, Lieutenant Feranand L Claiborne,  Lieutenant John Saunders,  Surgeon's Mate William Barnwell (including forage) and the non-commissioned officers and privates, through May and June 1799.

July 18, 1799
Accountant’s Office
William Simmons to Ferdinard L Claiborne
Simmons provides an account balance and informs Claiborne to expect payment from Edward Carrington.

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