Mentions a report on tests of English gunpowder, sending samples of English gunpowder and saltpeter to DuPont, and the possibility of making another contract for gunpowder.
Reiterates the terms upon which the English government can break their contract with DuPont and the indemnity the English will pay for doing so. Includes and enclosure from Elias Wade, Jr.
Informs DuPont that an English military agent will visit the DuPont powder works to inspect gunpowder and discuss settle on the amount the English government will pay for breaking their contract.
Text from back of image: "Photo show the llittle 'air flivver' flown by Pilot Barbot of France as it took off from St. Inglevert, France to cross the English Channel to Lympne, England. The little glider which was invented by Mons. Dewoitine of...
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Hancock reports that the large quantity of English powder available in Boston is the reason that du Pont powder has not sold at its original price. He suggests that J. Gardiner Jr. & Co. can help in selling his bill in Philadelphia. He is happy...
Snydam & Wycoff discuss proposed powder prices for their market and relationship to Mr. Girard. They suggest that the company fix on a single brand for their powder and mimic English powder markings.
Mentions the replacement of the English military officer who served as the government's agent for American gunpowder purchases. Also discusses a gunpowder shipment.