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Overdrawn Rations in Error
Simmons noted that Darling drew double rations in error and compared Darlings' privileges to Tillinghast. Simmons charged Tillinghast with overdrawing rations in the sum of $111.60 which was owed the …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Overdrawn Rations
Darling was notified the Pay Master General for New Port, Rhode Island will hold Darling accountable for his overdrawn rations.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Overcharge to United States
Simmons received forwarded letter from Secretary of War regarding an overcharge by Abraham Shepherd. Simmons requested testimony as soon as possible and commended Annin for his action.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Order to Hold Major Freeman Accountable
Simmons ordered Swan to hold Major Constant Freeman accountable for 244 rations drawn by him during September and October for which he is not entitled.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notifying Nicholas Fish of the Remittal of Monies for Frederick Sprig's Pay
The Treasurer of the United States will remit Fish the $90 which is due Frederick Sprig.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notifying Frederick Sprig of Pay Due to Him
Sprig will receive $90 for pay due him from July 1st to September 30th. Sprig must provide the necessary receipts for that sum.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification on Actions to be Taken with Butler
Chandler to hold Butler accountable for double rations taken. Money charged to Butler to be paid to Chandler should be forwarded to Mr. Henley.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Warrant Received
Thomas Billington received a warrant issued by the Secretary of War for $1,350. Money was for the purchase of 1,000 Pvts shirts which were delivered to John Harris, military store keeper. Simmons …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Warrant Issued
Warrant issued by the Secretary of War in favor of Crary for the fortifications at New Port, RI.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Warrant Issued
Warrant issued by Secretary of War in favor of Orne for the fortifications at Marblehead.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Warrant Issued
Simmons cited letter dated 17th April regarding account information. Secretary of War issued a Warrant in favor of Mentges for $5,000 as advance for the fortifications at Mud Island. Sec. of War …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Warrant Issued
The Secretary of War issued a Warrant in favor of McRee on account of the fortifications at Cape Fear.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Entries, with details
Simmons updated Hodgdon on the credit to Crary's account for the fortifications at New Port, RI. Simmons requested Hodgdon update the books of the Superintendent of Military Stores.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Entries
William Craft, Agent of War Department at Charleston received credit to his account for the purchase and delivery of two sailboats for Fort Moultrie and Johnson. Purchase was ordered by General …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Entries
Simmons paid Jeremiah Wadsworth of Hartford, CT for the purchase of sundry articles. Simmons requested Wadsworth update the books of the Superintendent of Military Stores.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Entries
In addition to the settlement of Ebenezer Stevens account in the previous communication, Simmons added a credit to Stevens account. Receipts of Capts. Littlefield, Little, Freeman, and Livingston …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Entries
Settlement of account of John Mackey, Pay Master at Armoury of Harper's Ferry, Virginia. Mackey received credit on the books of the Office, Simmons requested Hodgdon update the entries on his books.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Accounts
Jonathan Jackson credited with the expenses of 14 wheelbarrows with ironwork that were delivered at Castle Island for the fortifications at New York, Simmons requested Hodgdon update his records.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of the Reimbursement of Agent of Fortifications
Simmons notified Secretary of War John Woodward, Agent of Fortifications for the defense of the tow and harbor of New London, submitted accounts for reimbursement. Simmons requested McHenry decide …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Receipt of Vouchers from William Simmons to David Henley
Simmons acknowledges receipt of letters from Mr Hillis and David Henley, and bundle of vouchers for contingent expenses and services performed in the Indian Department, subject to a proper examination …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Receipt of Accounts and Vouchers
Letter containing accounts and vouchers from Orne received, to be examined. Orne to be notified of results.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Receipt
Sprigg to receive payment from Nicholas Fish.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Receipt
The accounts for retained rations due Captain Samuel Calhoun and William Young are on file in the Office.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Receipt
Simmons received Orne's account and vouchers, Orne will be informed of results.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Receipt
Simmons received letter with enclosures, account to be examined. P.S. Simmons repeated his request for the receipt roll for the pay of Leonard's detachment.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
