Jonathan Williams
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Williams discusses appointments with Knox
Letter, discusses recommendation to appointment.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm] -
Jonathan Williams recommends an officer to Knox for appointment
Letter, asks for government appointment for Capt Ale.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm] -
Williams writes Knox from London regarding international affairs
Letter, describes Spanish aggression towards England on American coast; mentions neutral state; discusses trade competition.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm] -
Williams writes Knox from London
Jonathan William writes Henry Knox from London to discuss the French Revolution. William believes the the French Revolution is a just war for freedom which continues the American tradition of liberty, …
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm] -
Enclosed Extract of a Letter from Kentucky
Williams encloses an extract of a letter from Kentucky. He is uncertain if or when his letter will reach its desitation. Williams is on his way home and hopes to see the recipient in October.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm] -
Williams writes to Knox about Yellow Fever
Letter, discusses yellow fever.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm] -
Williams informs Knox of fever
Letter, advises that army clothing is believed to be the vector of a malignant fever which has produced fatalities.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm] -
Public service and naval power
Letter to the Secretary of War, discussing the building of a frigate and the functions of a Naval Department.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm] -
Barrels Belong to the Philosophical Society
Williams notes that the three barrels from General Wilkinson belong to the Philsophical Society and should be sent on to Mr. Peal's museum.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94) -
Recommendation of William Adams
William Adams is a gun stock maker who has arrived from Ireland and has been employed for six months as a carpenter. Since he appears to be a very industrious and deserving young man. Williams …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94) -
Names Mentioned for Expresses
Of all the gentlemen likely to provide proper names for expresses, perhaps Captain Singer of the Mississippi troop is the best.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94) -
Submission of Remaining Unspent Funds Upon Retirement as Purveyor
Submits to the War Department Accountant's Office the balance of the U.S. funds in his possession, now that his term as provisional Purveyor of Public Supplies has ended.
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Request for Instructions Regarding the Replacement of Provisional Purveyor With Permanent One
Mentions reading in newspapers that Israel Whelen has been appointed Purveyor of Public Supplies; as Williams has been acting provisionally in this post, but Whelen has not yet received his …
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Request for Instructions Regarding the Replacement of Provisional Purveyor With Permanent One
Mentions reading in newspapers that Israel Whelen has been appointed Purveyor of Public Supplies; as Williams has been acting provisionally in this post, but Whelen has not yet received his …
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Payment for Expenses Related to Expedition
Williams is retiring and requested Simmons submit balance due Williams for "the Expedition" to the Secretary of War for his approval.
Muster Rolls of Volunteer Organizations: War With Northwest Indians, 1790-1795. (RG94) -
I Will Continue My Duties as long as the Service Requires
Williams expresses his gratitude for the honorable testimony respecting his character communicated by the President of the United States [Adams] and pledges to continue his duties as long as the …
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Discussion of Purchases of Clothing & Medicine for the Army
Acknowledges receipt of McHenry's reply concerning funds with which to buy cloth for and make soldiers' clothing; goes over some particulars of the proposed purchase (mentioning the "cheapest" …
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Discussion of Funds Needed to Fill Request for Army Shirts
Acknowledges receipt of order to have 12,000 army shirts made available as quickly as possible. Discusses the varying prices of different types of linen, and where they might be procured; asks for an …
Jonathan Williams Papers
