William Simmons
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Abstract of articles for Quarter Master's Department
09/11/1799 LetterbookEncloses an abstract of sundry articles delivered to contract on orders drawn by David Henley for the use of the Quarter Master's Department.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Abstract of articles for Indian commissioners
03/11/1799 LetterbookEncloses abstract of articles purchased for the use of commissioners holding a treaty with the Cherokee in Tennessee.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Abstract of articles for Governor's Island
01/24/1799 LetterbookEncloses an abstract of the articles purchased by Colonel Ebenezer Stevens - Agent for the War Department at New York - for delivery to the fortifications at Governor's Island.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
[Copy] Settlement of Accounts
05/19/1799 Autograph Letter SignedExamined account of J. Gaither for payments made by him to Georgia yielded information that stated Gaither paid McLean at same time of McLean's resignation. Therefore McLean is charged by …
James Robertson Papers
Your Accounts for Sundry Expenditures
12/09/1800 Letter SignedSimmons reminds Hodgdon that the charges claimed by him must be supported by the appropriate certificates and vouchers.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Writing off Postage as an Expense
10/01/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyHoudin's account for the quarter ending on the 30th of September has been processed. $7.50 was deducted for postage. Simmons asks Houdin to forward the receipt of the Postmaster with his account to …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
William Simmons to President John Adams regarding claims of sundry persons
03/15/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyPer Adams' request, Simmons enclosed copies of letters from the Secretary of War regarding claims of sundry persons whose accounts were under examination. Simmons offered his opinion on course of …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Nicholas Fish
11/04/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyWilliam Simmons confirms receipt of a letter from Nicholas Fish that contained vouchers from James Byers and Frederick Sprigs. Simmons notes that Fleming has a favorable balance of a considerable …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Warrrant Issued
08/04/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyWarrant No. 3925 issued in favor of John Jordan Jr. Warrant was made payable at the Bank of the United States but upon inquiry at auditor's office, the warrant was yet to be cashed.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Warrrant Issued
07/28/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyWarrant issued in favor of Creary by Secretary of War. Sum to be used for the fortifications at New Port,Rhode Island.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Warrrant Issued
05/24/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyWarrant No. 188[7] issued in favor of Jackson for commissions. Simmons requested receipts in order to update books of the Office.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Warrrant Issued
05/09/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyWarrant issued by Secretary of War to Waldo on the account of fortifications in the harbor of Salem, MA. Sum will be issued by Treasurer.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
