Pierce notifies Congress of the impending completion of his work
Type
Draft Document
Title
Pierce notifies Congress of the impending completion of his work
Description
John Pierce, Commissioner of Army Accounts, notifies John Hancock, President of Congress, that within 30 days the settlements of his department will be closed. Pierce recommends that a deadline be established by Congress for the admission of claims for services.
year created
1785
month created
10
day created
24
author
sent from location
New York
recipient
in image
note
No signature, but in Pierce's Hand. Addressed to President of Congress.
author note
John Pierce
recipient note
John Hancock
notable person/group
John Hancock
John Pierce
creditors
the army
congress
notable location
New York
notable item/thing
monies
settlements
accounts
claims
services
notable phrase
I presume that my services will not longer be wanted.
document number
1785102421255
page start
1
