George Washington to Alexander Hamilton, August 9, 1781

Head Quarters [Dobbs Ferry, New York] Augst 9th. 1781

Dr Sir

I have recd your Letter of the 7th. Shoes will be issued to the State Companies under your Command, upon your Return. I will only recommend that proper precaution should be taken respecting the delivery, & that the men of the State Companies should be made accountable for them; the same mode will be pursued, in supplying the other Companies, as has been formerly practiced.

I am Dr. Sr.   Your most Obedt Servt.

P.S.   Capt Sacket & Capt Williams 1 Should become responsible to the Clothier that the shoes are properly accounted for. The Shoes may be drawn & issued thro the Channell of the same Person, who is employed by Colo Scammell for the same purpose.

Lt Col Hamilton