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Iron Eighteen Pound Shot to be Shipped on the Algerian Vessel
Harris is asked to deliver to Joshua Humphreys 1,988 iron eighteen pound shot now on board the sloop "Eliza" from New York. It is to be transferred to the Algerian vessel for shipment.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionIron & Lead Grape Shot for the Cannisters of Three Frigates
Harris is asked to deliver to the Purveyor a sufficient quantity of iron and lead grape shot to fill the cannisters of the Frigates "United States," "Constitution," and "Constellation."
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionInvoice of public stores
Invoice of public stores, forwarded to Ensign Boote.
William Rowland Boote PapersInvoice of public stores
Invoice of public stores forwarded to Trenton, addressed to Major Peter Hunt, to be forwarded to Ensign Boote.
William Rowland Boote PapersInvoice of a small bale
Encloses the invoice of a small bale to Ensign Boote, including 2 infantry musician's coats and 128 pairs of socks.
William Rowland Boote PapersInteraction with the Creeks
Reports satisfaction on progress with the Creeks. Provides suggestions.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Interaction and Court Martial between Cushing and Lewis
Encloses letter to Major Cushing to the President. Requests Cushing's presence at Fort Washington with General Wilkinson, then explains Cushing's respite from this order until he could receive certain …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Instructions to Captain Richard Dale, Commander of the United States ship of war, The Ganges
Notified Dale that Congress has yet to pass act authorizing ships of war authority to protect U.S. commerce vessels, therefore Dale's power was limited. Outlines U.S. maritime boundaries and …
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionInstructions for Payment of Indian and Accommodations for Troops
Enclosed letter delivered by Wyandot Indian yesterday with letter from Isaac Williams of Sandusky directing payment of Indian. Quartermaster General will not admit the charge, so Craig requests …
James Robertson PapersInstructions for a War Department agent
Acknowledges receipt of Simmons' directions on how to keep and settle the accounts of the War Department and asks for instructions on how to request money from the department for paying government …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Inspectorship of Artillery, Etc.
Hamilton provides an enthusiastic recommendation of Lewis Tousard for the position of Inspector of Artillery.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInspecting the Troops
General Matthews has been ordered to inspect the recruits that have been enlisted by Lt. John Hancock at Kempsville, Virginia. Major William Alexander is ordered to muster and inspect the recruits …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Inquiry on Letters
Follow up on letters enclosed to McHenry. One of which was responding to Mr. John Parker, who offered to compile all the journals of Congress from its "dawn until the present day."
George & Katherine Davis CollectionInquiry into Money Due Soldiers
Enclosed certificate of Ensign Allison, Commander of Fort Pickering for money due the Ensign. Pope also requested information on money due Sgt. Slaughter. Money should be forwarded to Col. …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Inquiry as to Adams' Arrival at Philadelphia, for Knowledge of the Militia
Asks Adams to inform him when he will be arriving at Philadelphia, as the militiamen wish to turn out to welcome him.
John Adams PapersInlistements of Recruits from No. 99 to No. 75
Enclosed inlistments, including Richard Proctor No. 19 and Thomas Smith No. 20. Receipt rolls for bounty paid inclosed, request for credit to Tousard's account.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Information to Correct Accounts for Samuel Lewis
Letter, encloses certificate signed by the Register of the Treasury regarding the account of Samuel Lewis.
Letters Received by the Accountant of the War Department, Nov 24, 1794-Ded 23, 1817. (RG217)Information Respecting McDonnel, Etc.
Rivardi expresses his gratitude for the information regarding McDonell but he had already been released for want of evidence.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Information about Secretary of the Navy
Discusses proper interaction with the Secretary of the Navy.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Information about Approval of Majors General
Confidential. Encloses steps taken and information on approval process of Major Generals. Expresses uncertainty at outcome. Seeks corrections.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Indiscreet Instructions from the President to the New Jersey Commander-in-Chief
Hamilton takes issue with the uncharacteristically indiscreet passage contained in a recent letter from President Adams to the New Jersey Commander in Chief. He argues that if high government …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers, MSS.Indian Affairs in the Country near Natchez
Captain Guion declares that the Indians still appear pacific though constantly urged to the contrary by the Spanish. Many of the principal men [chiefs] have visited Natchez and declared their friendly …
Territorial Governor Papers - RG2Inclosed Receipts
Leonard encloses receipts for money paid on behalf of the United States.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Improper Quotation by Colonel Howard
Enclosed newspapers provide proof of Col. Howard's disclosure of politics regarding General Smith's comments on French. Request by McHenry to correct Howard's misunderstanding.
Bayard Family Papers, Mm73012070.Impending Departure of the Commander in Chief, Etc.
Major Craig reports the embarkation and impending departure of the Commander in Chief to Samuel Hodgdon. Craig also requests gimblets, files, and augers from Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
