From Alexander Hamilton to Samuel A. Otis, 31 March 1790
To Samuel A. Otis
Treasury Department
March 31st. 1790
Sir
Upon consideration I have thought it best to issue a Warrant in your favour for two thousand three hundred dollars on account of contingent expences of the Senate &c as it would not be convenient to blend the account, with the Salary due you. For this you can receive a Certificate from the President of the Senate and leave it with the Auditor, who will pass the same in the like manner with other accounts.
I am Sir Your obedt. Servt.
A Hamilton
Samuel A: Otis Esquire
Secy of the Senate
LS, RG 46, First Congress, 1789–1791, Letters Relating to Fiscal Matters, National Archives.