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Estimate of Money wanted for Quartermaster's Department for 1793
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimate of money wanted in the Quarter Masters Department to purchase the listed supplies for the year 1793. …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Estimate of Money for supplies for Army stores
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimate of money wanting to purchase the listed articles of stores for the use of the Army
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Estimate of expense to transport shot and shell
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimate of the expenses of bringing the shot and shells from Susquehanna and the Head of Elk to Philadelphia.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Estimate for Supplies and Services for the Military Stores Department
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimates for listed supplies and services in the Military Stores Department
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Detailed Accounting of Ammunition Used by Legion, & Request for More
Wayne provides a detailed accounting of his army's use of ammunition, powder, and lead for four months and warns that he will need more of each when the weather becomes warm enough to practice firing.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Deposition of Henry Carrel sworn before Jared Irwin Justice of Peace and taken from files of executive W. Urquhart S.E.D.
From Washington County Georgia, Carrel describes horses stolen on the Long Bluff. Captain Stocks and detachment pursued Indian culprits, killed some, recovered horses, rifles, smooth bore gun and …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition Michael Cupps, Nancy Smith on Indian killings Greene County Georgia
Extract from deposition taken from files of William Urquhart, given by Michael Cupps and Nancy Smith to Elihu Lyman Esquire, justice of peace Greene County Georgia. Cupps was near the Oconee 22 April, …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition from William Jones to Jared Irwin on prospects for peace following death of David Cornell
In deposition given at Washington County Georgia, Jones states that having resided among the upper Creeks, has found them inclined toward peace until the death of David Cornell, whose circumstances …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDefective Howitzers & Request for Replacement
Wayne complains about the defective nature of his howitzers and asks for replacements of the same properties and caliber that are of better quality. Postscript includes birthday wishes for President …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Debunking Indian Accusations of Aggressive Movement; Drilling, Equipping, & (Re)Enlisting Troops
Wayne defends his preparations and provisioning as limited and un-aggressive. Dismisses Indian allegations of stockpiling food (as for a march) at the forts, stating only just enough for the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Copy of a talk from the Big Warrior of the Cussetahs
Undated, but probably around May 1793. Timothy Barnard delivered a talk from Big Warrior of Cussetahs, and two chiefs of same town. Upper Creeks profess continued friendship. Cowetas, Chehaws, …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dAwaiting List of Promotions & Appointments, as Essential to Legion Morale
Wayne is anxiously awaiting the list of promotions and appointments in the Legion. He warns that the list is needed as a matter of morale and discipline.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Assessment of Strength at All Posts & Garrisons, Disposition of Spies, and Details of Officer Shortage
Wayne provides an assessment of troop and officer strength at each of the posts and garrisons under his command. He laments the shortage of qualified officers which has required the posting of …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Appointment of Captain Constant Freeman as agent for War Department for Troops in Georgia
Knox informs Major Gaither that Captain Constant Freeman has been appointed as agent of War Department for troops in Georgia. Asks that Gaither afford Freeman all assistance in exercise of duty. …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dAnswer of Mr Payne the Great Simanolla and Lochaway King to James Seagrove Creek Agent of Indian Affairs
A talk that Payne promised to give to Seagrove. Speaks of all men as having one father and one mother. Relates a story he heard from the old people that the world was once covered by the great water …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dAdditional supplies to be furnished at Pittsburgh
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimate of additional supplies to be furnished at Pittsburg (presumably for 1793).
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Adding Regiments to the Army; Contestation of British Posts, Defective Howitzers, and Promotions
Wayne expresses his pleasure regarding the approval of Congress for adding regiments to his army. He wants to contest British possession of several posts on Lake Erie so that they may be added to the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3William Semple's Business
Howell discusses the War Department's business with William Semple, complications from which make it impossible to resolve Semple's account to his perfect satisfaction.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Whereabouts of Funds Transmitted to John Matthews
There is great apprehension regarding the apparent loss of funds transmitted for the pay of the troops of Georgia and Freeman must conduct an investigation to ascertain the whereabouts of this large …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Whereabouts of Funds for the Troops of Georgia
The sum of $9,911 was transmitted to Constant Freeman for the pay of the troops of Georgia and much time has elapsed with no information as to its whereabouts, causing great anxiety in the …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Whereabouts of Funds for the Troops of Georgia
The sum of $9,911 was transmitted to John Matthews for the pay of the troops of Georgia but no information has been received as to whether it has reached the hands of the Supervisor.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Where is Major Butler's Receipt?
A warrant had been issued to Clymer for $575 to be remitted to Major Thomas Butler at Carlisle but since Butler's receipt has not been received, the sum is still charged to Clymer.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)When the Box Reaches Pittsburg
Howell wants to be informed when a box, containing sundry papers forwarded from Caleb Swan to the War Department, reaches Pittsburg.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Warrants for the Pay of Officers at Charleston
The Secretary of War has directed that remittances be provided for the compensation of: Paul Heyacinte Perrault, Jerome Merlbrie, Isidore Stauf, and Daniel DeSaussure, for which receipts are required.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Warrant for Ensign Levy McLean
A warrant is issued in Clymer's favor for $200 to be remitted to Ensign Levy McLean at Lancaster for the use of the recruiting service.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
