Oliver Wolcott Sr. Papers
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Transport of Ammunition and Disposition of Stores
Discusses the transportation of cannon shells to West Point and the disposition of certain military stores. Will take immediate action to collect and deposit. Proposes that durable military supplies …
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Act Authorizing National Defense
Refers to an act 27 June 1897, authorizing the organization and supply of a militia detachment. Notes the President's support. Such militia should be ready to march at a moment's notice. The President …
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Extract of Instructions to Bechet Rochefontaine, Temporary Engineer
Under direction of President George Washington, Rochefontaine is appointed engineer of New London, CT. He should go immediately to fortify these posts and harbors. Requests him to notify Governor …
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Refers to Troop Needs, March
Refers to activities of Blount, Cox, and the Mississippi affair and his inability to follow current needs of the troops. Nothing has come to his notice of domestic or foreign affairs.
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Following Instructions to Raise Militia
Response to request to raise a militia. Has issued orders for detachment and to hold in readiness such militia. Has assigned such matters to the Adjutant General, with the request to communicate with …
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