Autograph Letter Signed
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Delayed Pay
09/02/1797 Autograph Letter SignedCol. [Edward] Carrington has indicated that he is only authorized to pay Capt. [Richard] Blackburn. It is hard not to receive one's pay simply because Capt. Blackburn is not available to pay it and it …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Defending Myself Against Malicious Implications
12/22/1797 Autograph Letter SignedFearing that he may be the object of a personal attack by the Democrats, Heth provides a detailed explanation of his accounts.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
Deduction of $1.20
07/10/1797 Autograph Letter SignedNicholson expresses concern regarding the $1.20 that Simmons had deducted as an over-charge in Nicholson's subsistence account. His pay and subsistence for April 1 to June 30 is $334.20 and if he made …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Decision of Court Martial Effects on Payment
07/15/1797 Autograph Letter SignedThe June pay roll for West Point included two soldiers who were past their service time, but who have been detained due to a court martial. The decision of the court martial was sent to the Secretary …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
Death of Red Pole
02/03/1797 Autograph Letter SignedNotification that after severe illness, Red Pole died. Shawnee acknowledged the assistance of the U.S. in his care. Requested a head stone or tomb stone to be placed over his grave.
James Robertson Papers
David Henley's Receipt
07/11/1797 Autograph Letter SignedEnclosed is David Henley's receipt for the sum of money that was delivered to Ensign Smith to forward to Henley.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
David Henley Accounts
05/12/1797 Autograph Letter SignedVarious accounts and estimates of expenditures relative to Major Jackson and two other companies submitted or discussed.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)
Current State of Affairs
02/03/1797 Autograph Letter SignedBemoaned not getting credit for industry at job and current busy state of affairs while Congress is in session. Hoped Red Pole would recover from illness for both political and humane reasons. …
James Robertson Papers
Credit to David Henley's account
08/04/1797 Autograph Letter SignedAcknowledges receipt of a receipt of Ensign William P. Smith for the services of General Sevier's brigade in 1793 and a receipt for money retained for Captain Wade's recruits that will be credited on …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
08/25/1797 Autograph Letter SignedMajor Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon that the guns have not yet arrived at Fort Pitt. Craig also mentions Yellow Fever in Philadelphia.
Isaac Craig Papers
Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
04/07/1797 Autograph Letter SignedMajor Craig forwards an abstract that documents receipts as well as the issuance of all stores to Samuel Hodgdon. Craig notes that he has paid John Bever and reports the General Wilkinson has arrived …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
03/24/1797 Autograph Letter SignedMajor Craig discusses his neglected claim for compensation with Samuel Hodgdon. Craig has requested compensation for services from the Secretary at War.
Isaac Craig Papers
Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
02/10/1797 Autograph Letter SignedMajor Craig requests money from Samuel Hodgdon. Craig also reports the departure of Indian chiefs from Fort Pitt.
Isaac Craig Papers
Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
01/20/1797 Autograph Letter SignedMajor Craig requests that Hodgdon obtain a deed in the name of the President of the United States to complete the purchase of lots near Fort LeBoef.
Isaac Craig Papers
Cover Letter for List of Invalids
02/20/1797 Autograph Letter SignedCover letter enclosing list of invalids residing in Connecticut.
Fourth Congress: Reports and Communications to the Senate by the Secretary of War [4A-F3] (RG46)
Corrected Muster
09/18/1797 Autograph Letter SignedThere was a mistake in Marschalk's last muster and payroll that should be corrected. John Dale's enlistment began on the 4th instead of the 14th of August. A note has been made on the pay receipt and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Copy of Waste Book of Agent for the Dept. of War
10/04/1797 Autograph Letter Signed"Herewith you will receive a Copy of the Waste Book of the Agent for the Department of War for the Month of September 1797."
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
Copy of Accounts Enclosed
06/30/1797 Autograph Letter SignedCopy of accounts enclosed, Hale remarked on the loss of the original accounts with vouchers and stated his account was balanced.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
Conveying Dispatches for General Wilkinson
06/10/1797 Autograph Letter SignedThe Secretary of War wants an express ready to proceed with all possible expedition until he overtakes the Pittsburgh mail so as to convey important dispatches for General Wilkinson. The mail leaves …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Controversy Relative to Providing Quarters for Doctor Lynch & His Family
06/10/1797 Autograph Letter SignedMitchell explains in exhaustive detail the reasons for his delay in providing quarters for Doctor Lynch who apparently had complained to McHenry about the delay,.
Robert Oliver Papers
Construction at Presque'isle
03/03/1797 Autograph Letter SignedEnclosed return of various stores. Requests instructions on proposed buildings to be constructed at Presque Isle.
James Robertson Papers
Conspiracy of French Ministers
09/22/1797 Autograph Letter SignedRenewal of war seems to be the only option. Speaks of conspiracy among French ministers violating law of nations. In depth account of treaty negotiations.
Autographs of American Presidents, Statesmen, and Generals.
Confirming receipt of McHenry's letter sent by Mr. Smith
11/25/1797 Autograph Letter SignedWilkinson confirms receipt of McHenry's letter, sent through Mr. Smith. McHenry apparently expressed disappointment over some matter in the letter, and Wilkinson appears to explain the situation from …
Solomon Sibley Papers
Confidential Letter
09/29/1797 Autograph Letter SignedLetter to Guion to be forwarded under confidential supervision who should be instructed to make necessary inquiries at Massac and the Chickasaw Bluffs.
James Robertson Papers
Conducting Indians to Philadelphia
01/26/1797 Autograph Letter SignedOne thousand dollars is advanced to the Quartermaster's department so that John Wilkins, Quartermaster General, can advance said amount to Capt. John Heth to be used for conducting Indians to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
