Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
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On the matter of half pay and delivery of certificates
The author states that he obtained a copy of the payrolls and receipts and it appears that he has not received the whole amount of the half-pay per month that he is due. Colonel DeFlaas's death means …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Old cash accounts settled
Old cash accounts are settled. The danger of establishing a precedent for payments or loan on the certificates will prevent any success that Boyd would otherwise meet with in application to Congress …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Officers' requests and accounts
The author is settling the account of Captain Alexander Ramsay and sending a certificate for the amount of sixty eight and 16/100 dollars($68.16 )for that purpose. However, he cannot act on the …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Officers' Accounts
The author apologizes for his tardiness in sending Capt. Ferguson's account. Regarding the recipient's account, he affirms his belief that the equity is due him but there's no law that covers service …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Officers have given power of attorney; settlement of accounts
The author lists a number of officers who have given him power of attorney and whose accounts he wishes to settle.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Mr. Phelon returns
The former confidential clerk of the Office of Army Accounts, John Phelon, has returned from Canada and found in Boston. Phelon allegedly stole certificate paper for the purposes of producing …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Mr. Martin's time as a scalesman
In order to settle the recipient's account, he needs to procure a Certificate that verifies the actual time he acted as Scalesman and what money he received in exchange for his services. Once this is …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Monies advanced to soldiers of the Maryland line
Enclosed is the return of monies advanced to soldiers of the Maryland line with a Certificate given the State by sundries of the Hazen Rgiment and Lee's Legion. Also included are papers related to …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Money due to heirs
The author had written earlier concerning the amounts due his brother in law's heirs in payment for his service in the Army and Navy. He has yet to hear from the recipient and requests the favor of a …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Money drawn from office
Informs John White that Major John Davidson drew from the office the sum of 4826 dollars, which was charged to Albert Denny.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Mistakes in certificates; applications by widow and orphan of Lieutenant Quarles
References a mistake in certificates. Mentions leaving office and some person authorized to received claims. Mentions that if widow and orphan of Lieutenant Quarles, cannot obtain half pay from the …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Mistake in printing of registers
Informs of mistake in printing of registers.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Memorial of William Stuart and Palmer Cady
The Commissioner for Settling the Accounts of the late Army has reported on the Memorial of William Stuart and Palmer Cady.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Memorial of Reverend Robert Smith
Letter to the President of Congress, Nathaniel Gorham, respecting the Memorial of Reverend Robert Smith. Mentions Doctor David Oliphant, deputy director of the Southern Hospital.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Memorial of Reverend Robert Smith
Copies the report of the Commissioner for the Settling the Accounts of the late Army, regarding the Memorial of Reverend Robert Smith, late Chaplain. The Commissioner rules against the Memorial, …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Memorial of Jesse Cook and Jesse Grant
Report by the Commissioner of Army Accounts on the Memorial of Jesse Cook and Jesse Grant, former captains from Connecticut.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Major Rudulph's account
Mr. Rudulph on behalf of deceased brother has made application to Pierce for his arrears of pay in the case of Major Rudulph. Mr. Rudulph mentions that Major Rudulph lost his vouchers along with his …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Lost papers and difficulties settling account
Because the author has lost his papers due to several incidents during the war that were beyond his control, he is having difficulty settling his account. Based on memory, he lists the arrangements he …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Litigation against Major Morrill
Letter to the Board of Treasury concerning litigation against Major Morrill. Mentions the court, jury, and sheriffs.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Lieutenant George Winchester's account
Regarding Lt. George Winchester's account, a mistake was made which resulted in $83[&]56/90 still being due the US. Perhaps the recipient can recall one of Winchester's certificates which would …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Letters from the governors of Western States; General Howe's accounts
Encloses letters from Governors of Western states and from Mr. White. General Howe's account to be closed next day.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Letter to the Board of Treasury
Letter from the Commissioner of Accounts to the Board of Treasury. Mentions the counterfeited certificates from recent letters.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Letter to the Auditor
Writes the Auditor that he has received the letter informing him that the papers of Fowler's late office have been forwarded to Philadelphia, and that he is advised to pick them up as soon as …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Letter to Captain Job Vernon regarding accounts
Enclosed is a letter to Captain Job Vernon covering a certificate for $285[&]76/90 to settle his accounts. Vernon had asked that the certificate be sent to the recipient who is asked to convey it to …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Letter of Major General St. Clair
The Commissioner for Settling the Accounts of the late Army have reported on the letter of Major General Arthur St. Clair.
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