Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
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Claims of Virginia
The enclosed papers were delivered to Davies by the Senators of Virginia who want Howell's opinion regarding the claims contained therein. The size of the bundle should not be alarming because a …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Claim of Captain Barnet Eichelberger
Howell has examined records; found letter from brother of Captain Eichelberger who says he was authorized to settle accounts of his brother. Says the claim will require Congressional interposition …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Cheap But Pleasing Horses
Morton is forwarding with his friends Col. Moylan and Mr. Jones the horses since he is indisposed. The horses should please in both quality and price since he has purchased them at the lowest cash …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Charles Croxall complaint about discrepancies in recruiting and credits given to Captain Eichelberger
William Charles Croxell noted that after seeing the accounts of Captain Barnett Eichelberger, he was surprised to find a credit in Eichelberger's account that should have been given to himself, …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Certificate of William Nichols stating that the greater part of Captain Eichelberger's Company was recruited by Wm. Charles Croxell
Certificate of William Nichols stating that the greater part of Captain Eichelberger's Company in Colonel Hartley's Regiment was recruited by Mr. Charles Croxell
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Cavalry Clothing for Sergeants
Knox is asked to issue to Lt. Davidson two complete suits of cavalry clothing for sergeants and one trumpet, taking his receipt.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Casks of Powder
The Secretary of War directs Knox to respond to the request of Col. Thomas Proctor and furnish him the number of quarter casks of powder that he requires.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Captain Kersey's Wagon
Captain Kersey is waiting for the wagon for his detachment. It is absolutely necessary that he is furnished immediately because the Secretary of War ordered that the troops could not march without it.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Captain Hannah's Account
It appears from Capt. Hannah's account that he didn't give credit for the money paid to his company at Winchester nor has he charged it in his account. Darke gave credit for the money received of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Capt. Howe's Receipt
Enclosed is Capt. Bezaleel Howe's receipt for $400, being the sum received from the Treasury for his pay.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Capt. Hannah's Payroll
Howell's clerk, Mr. Catlin, lent the payroll mentioned to Capt. Hannah to Mr. Webb who made out Capt. Hannah's payroll so the roll should still be in the hands of Mr. Webb.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Cannon & Boxes, Etc.
Col. Cuthbertson's letter relative to loading has been received. Parker immediately procured a wagon and went up and found the cannon and boxes. Parker expects that they will arrive safely in …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Bushels of Lime
Smith informs Hodgdon that he has procured 8 bushels of lime and would have sent more but it is so bad in quality that he would rather have sent none. Miten [?] would not trouble himself to go and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Box Marked No. 8
In the box marked no. 8 are woolen overalls and pattern suits of soldiers clothing.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Bill of Lading from Melactin Smith
Bill of lading from merchant Melancton Smith of New York to General Knox. Letter refers to a transaction of freight with Capt George Fleming.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Bags & Other Articles Forwarded
Moylan expresses surprise at Hodgdon's inquiry regarding bags and other articles that he forwarded to Col.Boone. He has the account receipt for same which he had heard Boone had paid. He has written …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Asheton's Receipt
Receipt for $831 received from Lieutenant Morris by Joseph Asheton.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Asheton's Receipt
Enclosed is Major Joseph Asheton's receipt for $831 which Howell had charged to Morris. Morris asks therefore that Howell destroy his receipt for this same amount.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Articles Needed
O'Hara asks that the following articles be purchased for the Quartermaster's Department: 40 dozen horse brushes; 40 dozen readying combs; 5 reams of large letter paper; one large beam for scales.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Arms for Wells's Recruits
Knox is directed to have packed up and transported by water to Christiana bridge, in the care of Solaman Maxwell, one hundred stand of arms and accoutrements complete for Capt. Wells' recruits along …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Arms & Clothing for Capt. Asheton
Stagg asks Knox to let Capt. Asheton have thirteen muskets and bayonets to complete the stand of arms for his recruits. Also he should be issued 100 suits of clothing which should be forwarded as …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Agreement Between Hodgdon & Miller
The Secretary of War immediately wants the agreement between Mr. Hodgdon and Mr. Miller respecting the powder and wants it before half past four o'clock. It should be delivered to him or Capt. Freeman …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Advances Made to the Militia
Hopkins has received a Treasury draft for $1300 and bank notes in the amount of $3545.53 for the purpose of reimbursing the state of Virginia for advances made to the militia. The same has been …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Advance to Benjamin Van Cleve
Knox is directed to advance to the bearer, Benjamin Van Cleve, the sum of $25 taking duplicate receipts and advising Mr. Hodgdon of same.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Accounts of the State of Virginia
Carrington discusses various accounts in the Department of Virginia. He notes that Howell has directed him to transmit his duplicate receipts but he must be mistaken since the Secretary of the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
