Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
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Two Dollars Per Recruit
It should be understood that two dollars is allowed by law to the officer for each recruit he enlists. This should be sufficient to cover all expenses of the enlistment and if he needs barracks or …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Two Bills Drawn on Hodgdon
Bill No. 93 for $1000 in favor of [?] and Bill No. 94 for $700 in favor of Beckham & Reese have been drawn on Hodgon
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Two Bills Drawn in Favor of James Hog
Bill of Exchange No. 87 for $300 and No. 88 for $200 have been drawn on Hodgdon in favor of James Hog.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Turner's Silence Respecting Sargent's Engagement, Etc.
Blake has seen Captain Turner and perceives that his silence while at Philadelphia respecting Winthrop Sargent's engagement was inadverent. Though the note bore Turner's signature it was in truth …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Transporting the Clothing to Elizabeth Town
There is not a pressing necessity for clothing at Elizabeth Town but it will be needed soon. Rather than waiting for the river to open, and since the sleighing is now good, it might not involve much …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Transporting the Clothing
A mostly illegible letter that mentions "transporting of the clothing."
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Transporting Cannon from Antietam Works, Etc.
Along with a number of accounting and supply matter Day notes that after inquiring at Hagerstown, he believes that the most certain and least expensive way to transport cannon is from Antietam Works …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Transportation Problems, Unfriendly Indians in the Northwest Territory
While discussing a number of transportation and supply matters, Bedinger expresses his concern that Major Elias Langham has not returned. He hopes that no accident may have befallen him during his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Transport of the Articles Enclosed to Mr. Laffe, Etc.
Butler admits that he should have written to the Secretary of War on the subject of the transport of the articles enclosed to Mr. Laffe but he is confident that Hodgdon will direct the wagons of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)To What Extent Has This Order been Complied With
Enclosed is a list of military stores that have been ordered to Boston. Fox wants to know the extent to which this order has been complied with.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Thompson Added to Pay Rolls, Pay Received
Dayton has added Thomas Thompson, a deserter who turned himself in, to the pay rolls. Dayton also notes that he has received his pay and subsistence for June and July from Nicholas Fish.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Small Trunk with Due Bills, Etc.
At Niagara Town Mr. Williams took charge of Edward Day's baggage which contains the small trunk with the due bills. Those issued to James Caldwell will be faitfully transmitted by special messenger if …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Sheriff Will Keep a Sharp Lookout for Phillips, Etc.
Anderson has agreed that since Henderson is well recommended, he will take the load on Thursday and will be paid enough to provide sufficient security for the safe delivery of the goods. The Sheriff …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Powder Magazine at Old Fort Clinton
Fleming is forwarding to the Secretary of War a sketch of the rebuilt north wall of the powder magazine in old Fort Clinton. After having viewed the side wall taken down and the ends of the timber of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Governor's Wine & the General's Candles
Major Craig discusses the handling of the Governor's wine and the General's candles with Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Fever is So Mortal in Your City, Etc.
Caldwell has a certificate from Abraham Kirkpatrick, late Commissary General in Wayne's army, for a sum due him for services rendered as Assistant Commissary. Apparently the fever is so mortal in …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Equal of Any Mechanic on the Continent
George Way has learned from the newspapers that the President has been empowered by Congress to raise more troops who will obviously need equipment. He therefore touts his capacity for constructing …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Doctor Ordered Me Bled Immediately
Bass admits that he is not able to attend to business because he is very unwell and confined to his bed. He had a violent fever the previous evening and sent for a doctor who ordered him bled …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Desertion of Philadelphia, Etc.
Clifford wants a check for $1000 sent to him and his brother as soon as it is convenient. They have large engagements to meet but are deprived of their ususual sources due to the desertion of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Ten Months In Arrears of Pay
The regiment is now ten months in arrears of pay and Col. Henley has informed Chandler that he will soon have enough cash for all of 1797. He awaits only Simmons' instructions as to how to proceed.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Ten Bills Drawn in Favor of Francis Jones
Ten bills, for a total of $6000, have been drawn on Hodgdon in favor of Francis Jones. The bills are numbered 106 - 115.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Taken Unwell with a Violent Fever
Bass admits that he is not able to attend to business because he is very unwell and confined to his bed. He had a violent fever the previous evening and sent for a doctor who ordered him bled …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Suspension of Settlement
Order that suspended the settlement of Capt. Miller's personal accounts until the Secretary of War can determine if sums equal to the bounty due Maj. Cushing and Col. Mentges men should be deducted …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Supplying Meat, Drink, Clothing, & Medicine, Etc.
Amidst a discussion of supply and accounting matters, Ames want to know whether the clothing for the apprentices is to be considered articles for the use of the factory procured by Colonel Williams. …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Supply Order for Fort Fayette in Pittsburg
Request for two large padlocks and a key to the stock lock. Signed by Lieutenant James Wilkins
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
