Oliver Wolcott, Jr.
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Helping to Enforce Local Laws, Etc.
The Comptroller of the Collector at Charleston has commented on the application of William Smith of that city. Capt. Kalteisen has expressed alarm at opinions provided by one of the Indians but will …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Extra Expense for Boring Cannon from the Solid
The contract between the United States and the proprietors of the Hope Furnace in Rhode Island states that an allowance will be made for boring the cannon from the solid. If the ninety four cannon …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Disposition of the Proceeds from Indian Trade
Wolcott maintains that the proceeds from Indian trade should be placed in the treasury of the Department of War so that they can be easily obtained by the Secretary of War. If placed in the General …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Contract for the Guns of the Algerian Frigate
Since Wolcott has no confidence in Mr. Hughes, the guns for the frigate will either be detained or obtained from some other quarter.
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Concerns about Blount's Influence in Tennessee
Wolcott expresses concern about the continued influence of William Blount in Tennessee and how it could provoke a potential Indian crisis. It is important to disconnect the Georgia speculations from …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Balances Due the Soldiers
Wolcott encloses a letter for Howell's perusal with a request to ascertain whether there are balances due the soldiers named therein. It is possible that the certificates may be in Mr. Sherman's …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Articles to Capt.Francis Bright
Wolcott requests that the following articles be delivered to Capt. Francis Bright, commander of the revenue cutter being built for the Virginia Station: 25 tons of iron ballast and five four-pounder …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Arrangements for Contracts to Provide for Men in Tennessee
Discusses intent to supply troops of Tennessee. Acknowledges challenge of providing for an extra 500 men. Suggests that provisions come from a general fund under Col. James O'Hara rather than the …
Oliver Wolcott Papers, 1795-1797Arrangement of Salaries in the War Department, Etc.
Although the law authorizes specific amounts for the compensation of clerks in the War Department for the year 1797, it is Wolcott's opinion that the Secretary of War may establish the pay of any of …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Appropriations for the MIlitary Establishment 1796
Wolcott offers a summary of the appropriations for the military for 1796 and the views of the Treasury Department on military appropriations in general.
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.A More Formal Power of Attorney for Mr. Wilkins
Wolcott questions the legality of the informal Power of Attorney Samuell Hodgdon received from Mr. Wilkins. The Comptroller of the Treasury recommends that Hodgdon procure a power that will authorize …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.View of the Finances of the United States
Responding to a request from the Secretary of War, this is a presentation of US revenues: duties, imports, and finances from 1795-1798. It discusses debt: interest and the proposed payment. It …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Transaction with Robert Bird about Potential Purchase
Refers to letter received from Robert Bird of the House of Bird Lawyers and Bank of London regarding the arrival of a shipment in New York which he hopes to sell to the government. Bird believes that …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.The Necessity of Calling You Into Service
Among other matters, Wolcott suggests to Hamilton that he replace McHenry as Secretary of War. He discusses the claims of British creditors and the progress of sickness in Philadelphia
Alexander Hamilton PapersThe Effort to Establish a Foundry
Wolcott refers to the thousand dollar advance to Lane & Salter [?] to establish a foundry. The want of models for cannon have delayed the effort to negobtiate a contract.
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.The Account of James Seagrove
James Seagrove, late collector for the district of Saint Mary's in Georgia, has retained a number of revenue bonds on the grounds that certain demands may have to be paid by the War Department. …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Request for Issue of Musket Stocks to Eli Whitney
Letter, directs provision of 4,000 musket stocks to Eli Whitney.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Relative to borrowing Colonel Orr from the South Armory
Wolcott requests borrowing Colonel Orr from the South Armory
James McHenry PapersRelative Rank of the Three Major Generals
Wolcott provides his views regarding the ongoing controversy over the relative rank of the three Major Generals.
Alexander Hamilton PapersRelative Rank of Major Generals, Knox's Pecuniary Situation, Etc.
Wolcott refers to the fact that the three Major Generals for the Provisional Army were appointed the same day although it is clear that Hamilton was intended to be the first Major General. He believes …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Recommends Fishbourne Wharton as a Clerk
Wolcott recommends Fishbourne Wharton as a clerk or secretary to a general officer. Wharton comes from a respectable Quaker family. He lists Wharton's qualifications as amiable, intelligent, and well …
Alexander Hamilton PapersRecommendation of Daniel Newman
Mr. Steele has recommended Daniel Newman for an appointment. Wolcott does not know Newman personally but trusts Steele's judgement.
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.
