James O'Hara
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$50,000 for the Quartermaster's Department
O'Hara requests $50,000 for the Quartermaster's Department. Post notes in his name would be the safest way to transmit same by carriage. There is a need for money in small denominations. Gold …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Ensuing Treaty
O'Hara congratulates his country on the appointment of Commissioners of Indian Affairs for the ensuing treaty. Whatever can be done consistent with the honor and safety of the Union may be expected …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Seeks to Reconcile Records in Different Quarters
Refers to expenses of John Belli and communications with General Wilkinson. Seeks to make sure records are in the proper quarter.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Requests Supplies, Advance for Indians; Reports Difficulties; Requests Opinion
O'Hara refers to providing for the Indians on their way to Philadelphia, settling with the artificers. Shall endeavor to have less payments made in account to the people employed in the department in …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Requests Money; Refers to Distribution of Public Goods
Requests money. Refers to the Secretary of War and the distribution of public property and the military and ordnance stores. Requests that Mr. Belli be paid.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Regarding Indians
O'Hara encloses an invoice, mentions Indian goods and the mercantile business. Encloses a draft on Captain Pryor for $100.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of War [1A-F2] (RG46)Refers to Stores, Supplies, and Indian Goods
Refers to correspondence. Reports receiving the first of the stores. Hopes to have Indian goods at Pittsburgh as soon as possible.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Refers to Stores at Fort Washington
Refers to Mr. Belli's stores at Fort Washington and the accounts forwarded to the Treasury. Discusses his expectations for stores at Fort Washington.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Refers to Rations and Accounts
Refers to rations and accounts of the Comptroller. Outlines expectations. Requests invoice for goods.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Reference to Invoices from Property in Philadelphia
Letter from O'Hara to Hodgdon. Refers to merchants in Philadelphia and Secretary of Treasury.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Records for Public Houses in Kentucky
Expected observations on pay for his department. Responds to orders about the public house in Kentucky, hoping records are in good order.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Proposed Indian Assortment
O'Hara expresses his wish that Hodgdon had received his letters regularly so that Hodgdon would know his opinion regarding the proposed Indian assortment.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Outlines Departmental Disbursements and Vouchers
Refers to departmental disbursements for 1792, suggesting they turn to the Comptroller of the Treasury. Refers to Major Craig's voucher.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)My Estimate for the Present Year's Supply
O'Hara expresses his pleasure that his estimate for the present year's supply is so promptly attended and repeats his request that every article be of the highest quality.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Lists Accounts and Requests Payment; Reports Purchase of Horses and Teams
Lists accounts received and requests payment. Has worked to find 300 horses and 20 teams locally. Has loaded horses with corn and the teams are loaded with limestone. Plans to come down the Ohio …
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Invoice of Indian Goods
O'Hara acknowledges receipt of Hodgdon's letter of the 20 April covering $13,000 in bank notes. He thanks Hodgdon for the attention to his business. If O'Hara's invoice of Indian goods can be disposed …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Instructions for Stores
Refers to Mr. Solandar and activities in Philadelphia. Provides instructions for stores. Refers to desires of Commander in Chief.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Estimates for Cash
Encloses estimate of cash required at the Quarter Master's Department, according to request of the Commander in Chief. Promises readiness of estimate as promised. Expresses expectations for Hodgdon to …
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)
