Samuel Dexter
234 documents
Military bounty lands
Due to the loss of War Department records in a fire, Dexter informs Jackson that he cannot confirm the entitlement or issuance of bounty lands.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Matters for the Attention of Congress
Dexter, responding to Adams' request for War Department issues to address at the annual speech to Congress [State of the Union address], officially states that there is only one noteworthy matter. He …
John Adams PapersMajor Constant Freeman's claims
This letter requests a copy of Major Freeman's "claim as a refugee from Canada under the act of 7th April 1798." Major Freeman's original claim was destroyed in the fire that consumed the War …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Lieutenant Osborn requested advance
This letter informs Lieutenant Osborn that his requested advance is denied by the Secretary at War.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Letter of resignation
This letter accepts the resignation of Dr. William Barnwell as Surgeon's Mate in the service of the United States.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Letter from the War Office
This letter authorizes the settlement of pay and subsistence for Lt. Joseph Dwight.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Letter from the War Department to the Paymaster General
The Secretary at War informs the Paymaster General that copies of vouchers should be obtained expeditiously from a particular, but unnamed, accountant.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Letter from the War Department
The Secretary at War informs Major Toussard that the War Department has no objection to completing the existing artillery contract by re-casting defective cannon.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Letter from the War Department
The Secretary at War informs General Wilkinson that the following resignations are accepted: Capt. Ricard, Capt. Gibson, Capt. Taylor, Capt. Miller, and Lt. Stuart.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Letter from the Secretary of War regarding postponement of advances due to fire
Due to the destruction of War Department records, Dexter requests copies of previous instructions be provided by Stevens.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Letter from the Secretary of War regarding examination of guns
Dexter informs Hughes that Colonel Tousard will proceed to Cecil Furnace to examine the guns.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Letter from the Secretary of War regarding contract for supply of rations
Dexter informs Thomson to expect funding for rations.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Letter from the Secretary of War regarding application for commission
Refers to an application for commission received and notes that there is no vacancy.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Letter from the Secretary of War on Thomson's bond for performance of contract
Dexter confirms receipt of Thomson's bond for performance of his contract.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Letter from the Secretary of War on casting of lead into shot
Dexter discusses funding for casting lead into shot.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Letter from the Secretary of War
Dexter asks to be informed if a contract for the supply of troops in Georgia was concluded.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Letter from the Secretary of War
Dexter discusses matters pertaining to Captain Hartman with Jacob Bower.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Letter from Secretary of War authorizing double rations to Brigadier General Wilkinson
Regarding the question of double rations to Brigadier General Wilkinson, Dexter relates that he is entitled to his claim because of the nature of his command on the western frontier. Cannot yet offer …
Muster Rolls of Regular Army Organization, 1784-1912. (RG94)Letter for Colonel Hawkins
The War Office directs the Commanding Officer at Fort Wilkinson, Georgia to forward a letter to Colonel Benjamin Hawkins.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)
