Joseph Williams
132 documents
Some Pistols & Muskets Do Not Match the Patterns
Enclosed is a return of all the tools and utensils at the Armory. Mr. Ames thinks it important to inform Hodgdon and the Secretary of War that the pistols and muskets that have been delivered do not …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Return of all publick buildings at Springfield Massachusetts with their dimentions and estimated values.
Lists size and value of public buildings in Springfield, Massachusetts.
General Information Index, 1794-1918. (RG94)My Superior Musket Patterns, Etc.
Williams disputes the assertion that the Charleville muskets he delivered as patterns are inferior by two dollars to Mr. Ames' pattern. In fact, they are better by two dollars due to the superior …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Clarification of Instructions, Etc.
Amidst a discussion of returns, receipts, purchases, and deliveries, Williams requests a clarification of several of his instructions, including Articles Nine and Twelve.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Unfavorable Opinion of the Muskets of Mr. Peck, Etc.
Amidst a general assessment of the operations of the Springfield Armory, Wiliams notes that there is an unfavorable opinion of the quality of the muskets received of Mr. Peck. At the direction of the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Unable to Comply With Orders of October 21
Williams misunderstood McHenry's orders of October 21. He is reluctant to comply with those orders, as it would prove both expensive and embarrassing. He cannot afford to travel to Philadelphia …
Letters Sent (Letterbooks) by the Military Storekeeper and Paymaster, Springfield Armory, 1799-1859. (RG156)Statement of the Armory Department
Statement of the Armory Department at Springfield for the year 1799, from the paymaster and public storekeeper at the Springfield Armory. Included is a detailed list of supplies and ordnance on hand …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Specifications of Defects in the Muskets
Williams encloses a list of specifications of the defects in the muskets fabricated by Mr. Peck of Hartford.
Letters Sent (Letterbooks) by the Military Storekeeper and Paymaster, Springfield Armory, 1799-1859. (RG156)Rolled Iron for the Use of the Armory
Williams lists the quantity and tonnage of rolled iron he will require for sundry purposes at the Springfield Armory. He emphasizes the pressing need for iron at this factory and urges Hodgdon to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Rolled Iron for Sundry Uses
Mr. Ames has asked Williams to supply the factory with 4500 pounds of rolled iron for side, tumbler, and screw pins for upper bands and land springs. He has produced samples of several sizes wanted …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Procuring a Further Supply of Water
He needs another water supply to accommodate the engine in case of fire, it might be necessary to dig another well and sink two large cisterns.Hodgdon's approval and directions are required.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Pressing Call for Musket Stocks
The Superintendent of the Armory has a pressing need for musket stocks. Williams is worried that the workers will stand idle for want of these articles if they are not forwarded immediately. In their …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Pay and Muster Rolls from Springfield
Williams encloses pay and muster rolls for November as well as an estimate of expenditures for December. William has sent a power of attorney to Samuel Hodgdon. The wood has been received at two …
Letters Sent (Letterbooks) by the Military Storekeeper and Paymaster, Springfield Armory, 1799-1859. (RG156)Musket Stocks & Horses Unfit for Use, Etc.
When Hodgdon examines the return from the Springfield Armory, he will find a large proportion of musket stocks unfit for use, some of them affected by the fire and others being shakey and warped. …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Iron for Upper Bands & Trigger Plates
Williams discusses the need for iron of various weights for upper bands and trigger plates.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Fire at the Springfield Armory
Williams discusses the fire that occurred at the Springfield Armory, caused perhaps by a spark from the chimney.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Enclosed Receipts for Armory Accounts
Williams encloses receipts for the accounts of the armory. He asks that the money be forwarded as post notes or U.S. bills. Copies of the receipts are on the same page as the note.
Letters Sent (Letterbooks) by the Military Storekeeper and Paymaster, Springfield Armory, 1799-1859. (RG156)Enclosed Contract with Byers
Williams encloses a contract with James Byers for rations for the armorers at Springfield.
Letters Sent (Letterbooks) by the Military Storekeeper and Paymaster, Springfield Armory, 1799-1859. (RG156)Deficiencies in Bryant's Returns, Etc.
After inspecting Captain Bryant's returns, Williams surmises that many of the principal articles deficient are due to the proper deductions not being made for deliveries and expenditures. Bryant …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
