Ferdinand L. Claiborne letter September 19, 1798

September 19, 1798
Fort Norfolk
Ferdinand L. Claiborne to William Simmons
Capt. [Richard] Blackburn left this place for Dumfries [Virginia] where he is recruiting so the command of the troops has devolved onto Claiborne. He therefore is transmitting Blackburn's musters, payrolls, and receipts for $200 delivered by Claiborne to Blackburn for the recruiting service.

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