Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
1757 documents
Regarding soldier nursed by Mrs. Williams and widow of John Jones
Howell reports that after a full examination of returns, he cannot find the name of the soldier nursed by Mrs. Williams. Therefore, Howell cannot comply with request of issuing a certificate for the …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding settlement with Howell and Resolution of Congress
When in New York, settled public account with Howell, so far as to make even balance without being allowed a number of vouchers. Also gave up commutation in order to be allowed half pay. In papers of …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding settlement
Informs Captain Santford that money he received as paymaster to Colonel Spencer's regiment was omitted from his settlement. Pierce wants to know how Sanford expects to meet this obligation.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding receipts; Colonel Cropper and requirement to petition Congress
Makes reference to Captain Mellis' receipts. Regarding Colonel Webber, his receipts must remain in office until he makes application. Colonel Cropper will have to petition Congress for the claim he …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding Pennsylvania settlement of pay depreciation
Pennsylvania settled the depreciation of pay of none of its officers of Moylan's Regiment except Colonel Stephen Moylan, Doctor H. McFalla, Captain Craig, Captain Mansfield, Lieutenant Sullivan, …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding no cash and measures taken for payments
Has presented two orders for payment; sums returned to Pierce on Jones's settlement. There was no cash in office. Mr. Audebert advised that Jones write Pierce, assuming that the latter would take …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding Major Kirkpatrick request for settlement of accounts
Howell tells Nourse that Major Kirkpatrick has requested settlement of the accounts of nine soldiers but the orders do not meet the standards established by Mr. Pierce so Howell cannot comply with the …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding loan of Alexander Fowler
Mentions certificate in favor of Alexander Fowler signed by John Pierce, offered for a loan. Nicholson postpones loan until he hears from Howell respected debt and whether this is the same Fowler late …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding John James the wagoner; desertion; Harrison's Regiment; care given by Mr. and Mrs. Williams
Discusses matter of John James on the roll of the Artillery as belonging to the 1st Regiment of which did the duty of wagoner to the pack. From this should be able to determine which deserted. Also …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding inquiry on money paid for recruiting
In response to inquiry by Howell, the money paid to Captain McGowan by E. Williams for recruiting has not been accounted for to the State of Pennsylvania.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding Doctor Bronson's attendance at trial on passing of altered certificate
Encloses continuation of registers to the loan officer of Virginia. Has written to Doctor Bronson. Fears that Bronson will not be able to attend trial. Cannot make use of his leg, which has been set …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding discrepancy in account balance
Believed he had a balance in his favor, but by Howell's statement, this is not the case. Goes on the state his case.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding Cunningham's claims for pay
Encloses original receipts. Has taken note of in Mr. Cunningham's letter. Hopes that Howell will adjust Colonel Cunningham's claims for pay.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding Captain Moses White's request
Mr. Pierce is in Virginia. Is expected in September. Not in Howell's power to comply with request, but Pierce says monies should stand charged against White until certificates are produced and payment …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding Barn's lamentations for suffering for the guilty conterfeiters
Refers to Mr. Pierce's absence in Virginia; forwards Barn's letter. Expresses commiseration with Barns that he should suffer for the guilty but most heartily wishes that latter might be found and made …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding attendance of Doctor Bronson at trial for altered certificates
Encloses a few lines from Doctor Bronson which Swan is to read, seal and deliver. Asks that Swan urge the necessity of Bronson being at the [trial]. Hopes he can be there as Howell says he know …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding accounts of General John Stark, father of Caleb Stark
Cannot comply with Stark's request, since there is an error in the settlement of his father, General John Stark's accounts of the sum of $732. Asks that Stark come to the office, which he notes will …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Regarding Doctor Bond's claims
Much engaged in States' business; has not attended to Doctor Bond's claims sufficiently to form an opinion, but goes on to state that his pay ought to be extended.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Receipts for money owed
Parker assures Howell that he has the receipts for the money that he is supposed to owe the United States and will send them to Howell with the expectation that he will then be given the certificate …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Receipt transmitted to Nathaniel Pendleton
Informs Joseph Clay that he has transmitted to Nathaniel Pendleton receipts of the new emission money.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Receipt of letters; appointment of commissioners
Wrote to Howell regarding receipt of letters by Mr. Huchings. Encloses private letter from Mr. Dunscomb and copy of Mr. Pierce's received from southward. Mentions appointment of the commissioners. Mr …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Query regarding how Captain Isaac Sweeny left service
Asks that Howell inform inform him how Captain Isaac Sweeny of 11th Pennsylvania Regiment left the service in 1780. Was it by death or resignation? Where should he direct for Mr. Pierce?
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Proceedings against Barns, the acquittal, and offers of assistance
References Barn's trial and a Grand Jury proceeding. Makes mention of proceedings and the termination of the malicious and vile prosecution, and the acquittal. Contends that the real offenders go at …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Petition of William Bludget
Report on the Petition of William Bludget, late aid-de-camp to General Green.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Petition of Pierre Charlong
Denies the claim of Pierre Charlong for compensation for his service as a volunteer in the late army.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
