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A statement of the progress in providing materials for the frigates and in building them.
Update on progress of frigate construction, difficulties acquiring materials, etc.
Fourth Congress: Reports and Communications to the Senate by the Secretary of War [4A-F3] (RG46)A Small Advance
In order to defray the contingent expenses of his office, Simmons requests a small advance of two hundred dollars from the Treasury out of the appropriations granted for the year 1795.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A New Treaty of Commerce
Mr. Randolph has agreed to meet with Mr. Adet to "digest" a new treaty of commerce between the United States and France with the understanding that the articles of a new agreement must meet the …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.$1000 Discounted at This Bank
Hodgdon is notified of a note for $1500 deposited at Nixon's bank which Hodgdon is directed to discharge.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)[To the Cashier of the Bank of the United States]
Request to notify Samuel Hodgdon of all bills, who will pay them accordingly.
Etting Collection[No. 56] Delivery of Money
Notification that Samuel Fisher was en route to deliver money due to troops in the upper parts of the Ohio for pay and forage. In the event of Howell's absence, Fisher instructed to deliver the money …
James Robertson Papers[DUPLICATE] Allegations of Unlawful Seizure
Referred to international relations with British. Noted complicated demands made regarding Capt. Home's reassignment due to his "unlawful" detention of a vessel. Enclosed documents that supported …
FO 115/4 Embassy and Consular Archives, United States of America: Correspondence.[A talk from the Mad Dog and Big Warrior of the Tuckabatcet in behalf of the Creek Nation to James Seagrove]
Advice from U.S. on peace between tribes to save land was good. Noted killing of Creek hunters by Chickasaws, Creeks will transport prisoners and property of guilty Indians to U.S. Fear that some …
James Robertson PapersWith the President Declining, Who is to Succeed Him?
Apologizes for not having written but he has been busy with work. Asks for news regarding the succession of the President and hopes that it will not bring strife. Describes a storm on Lake Huron. …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Winter Clothing Needed at West Point, Etc.
Rochefontaine transmits a return of clothing needed immediately at West Point. The weather has become so inclement that the men are actually suffering for want of clothing. He asked that the clothing …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Williams solicits Washington's opinions regarding scientific experiments
Williams seeks Washington's advice regarding the atmospheric experiments he has been conducting with thermometers and barometers.
Huntington MssWilliam Clark Delivered Articles For Mr. Ball, Etc.
William Clark has delivered Hodgdon's letter and the articles forwarded to Mr. Ball as well as those committed to his own care in Philadelphia. Holt's general return of stores has been forwarded.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Whereabouts of the Powder Intended for the Six Nations, Etc.
It is a mystery to Houdin that the order from the War Office respecting the powder for the Six Nations of Indians in 1794 remains unsatisfied but he assures Hodgdon that it was not his fault. He wants …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)What to Do with Books and Papers of New York Naval Yard
Talbot asks what he should do with the books and papers that belong to the naval yard now that he has received orders for his discharge and has plans to leave New York soon.
Silas Talbot Papers, 1767-1867. Collection 18.Weather Conditions and Death of Wayne
Noted death of Wayne giving Hodgdon, "great pain" and affecting "every true American." Mentioned weather being intense and the cold incapacitating a lot of people. Last line gives the probable …
James Robertson PapersWants to Use Ship Bound for St. Marys for Return Cargo
Refers to decision for the sloop chartered for St. Mary's to remain subject to the order of the commissioner until they have finished their mission and return to Philadelphia. Requests examination of …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Want of Medicines that are Necessary but not in the Chest
The medicine chest sent with Captain Strong arrived, as has the clothing. Doctor Dalcho will write separately to state which medicines are needed but were not in the chest.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Wagons Are Able to Take Some Clothing
The wagons engaged for Fort Fidius will be able to take whatever clothing is considered just because Harris has engaged the same wagons that just returned from that place.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Vouching for a Young Man of Good Character
McElderry answers a request from McHenry regarding the character and circumstances of Andrew Parks, who made a request of President Washington, most likely a request to marry his niece, Harriot …
Jared Sparks CollectionVouchers, Pay of Troops
Money received, receipts of Bezeleel Howe now enclosed in letter. One of Craig's assistants dispatched to LeBouef and Presq'isle to pay the troops at those posts.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Vouchers Enclosed for Ordnance Department
Vouchers for expenditures of Ordnance Department enclosed. Money due workmen. Bryant requests pay for himself and workmen, all of which are in great want of it.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Vouchers and recruits
Explains the reason he has not sent in his vouchers for money he has disbursed. Gives the number of his recruits and notes that most have received their bounties.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Verdict from Court Martial
Henry Starks convicted of losing sundry articles of public property and sentenced to stoppage of pay until cost was recouped by United States. Starks claims the stoppage of entire pay was mistake, …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Various pay matters
Cover letter for receipts of Joseph Granch, Horatio Dayton, and Nehemiah Freeman. Notifies Simmons that he has paid Lt. William Willson and his men. And encloses his account as agent for the War …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Use of Recruiting Funds by Captain Blackburn
Pickering discusses the case of the late Lieutenant Grayson who was given recruiting money by Captain Blackburn but never acquired any recruits. It appears that Capt. Blackburn was justified in …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.
