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One Hundred Pair of Pistols at $20 Per Pair
Miles will make pistols like the model sent for the government for $20 per pair.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)One Hundred Dollars Advanced to Mr. Fisher, Etc.
Miller has received the $100 advanced to Mr. Fisher together with the $500 paid him on Colonel Wilkins' draft. Fisher says that the draft was one that a General gave him to pass to Hodgdon and Captain …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)On the subject of Indian trade
Wolcott writes on the subject of Indian trade, insisting that public establishments are nuisances and that abuses occur under this system. Wolcott argues that the interest and policy of government …
James McHenry PapersOn the subject of commissions and Northampton insurgents
Tracy recommends certain officers for commission and assures McHenry that the Northampton insurgents (those who participated in Shays' Rebellion) do not have the capacity to start another …
James McHenry PapersOn the Necessity of Both the Army & the Navy, & Congressional Approval for Military Supply Plan
States that the army and navy are equally necessary for the safety and prosperity of the U.S., and that "we must own the risks" as other nations do. Discusses the application of Hamilton's plan of …
John Adams PapersOn Army Discipline & a Sentence of Death
Concurs with McHenry on the need for enhanced discipline and punishment in the armed forces; asks for more information regarding the death sentence of an enlisted man.
John Adams PapersOfficers Proposed to Fill Regimental Vacancies
McHenry submits a list of officers proposed to fill vacancies in Colonel Ogden's regiment; the list is appended.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Officers Proposed to Fill Regimental Vacancies
Submits a list of names proposed to fill officer vacancies in the 16th Regiment, as well as the post of Major in the 12th Regiment, along with the recommendations which governed the choices. Quotes a …
John Adams PapersOfficers Detailed for a Court Martial
Ogden warns that Capt. Robert Hunt is in critical condition from a coughing fit that burst a blood vessel in his lung so he won't be able to attend the Court Martial. He is uncertain which officers …
Alexander Hamilton PapersObtaining a Commission in the Standing Army
As coppersmith's and tinman's business is currently very slow, Cumming requests Hodgdon's assistance in obtaining a lieutenant's commission in the standing army of the United States. He is a man of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Obstacles of a Very Familiar Kind
Washington is informed of the disposition of military affairs and warned that obstacles may stand in the way of a successful management of military concerns. In the future, Hamilton's confidential …
Alexander Hamilton PapersObservations on a Letter from George Nicholas
St. Clair encloses some of his observations relative to a letter from George Nicholas to his friend in Virginia and apoligizes for transmitting them so late that they will do no good beyond Kentucky.
Alexander Hamilton PapersNumbering of Regiments & Its Effect on Relative Rank
Discusses need to number the new regiments, so that recruiting may begin and buttons may be issued, in a fashion that does not affect the relative rank of the officers now being appointed for those …
John Adams PapersNovels and Essays
Hodgdon read a collection of essays and plays titled "The Gleaner" by Mrs. Murray, sister of Gov. Sergeant. He believed it to be on agreeable subjects and worth the money paid for its purchase. …
James Robertson PapersNotification of Shipment of Files for Harper's Ferry
Notification of incoming shipment of files, and order for them to be forwarded to Harper's Ferry.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Notification of Shipment of Cartridge Boxes
Notifies Wadsworth of the shipment of 3000 cartouche block boxes
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersNotification of Resignation
Extensive explanation of reason for resignation given as degradation. Cited superiority over Talbot, who was promoted ahead of him, and rank of commission violated.
Frederick M. Dearborn CollectionNotification of Recommendations for Medical Personnel for 13th Regiment
Notifies Adams of the recommendations for several men for medical appointments [likely a surgeon and surgeon's mates] to the 13th Regiment, commanded by Lt. Col. Taylor. Asks for permission to make …
John Adams Papers
