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Prospects of Continuation in Office, Etc.
Along with an assessment of Congressional matters, Livingston asks about his prospects of continuing in the office of Deputy Superintendent of Indian Affairs.
Alexander Hamilton PapersPreparations for the Campaign
Hodgdon has not eaten or slept for the previous two days but feels his labors have been crowned with success for all went off well. He followed the boats downriver for five miles and then left them …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Preparations
Upon Mr. Swan's arrival, orders to prepare housing. Mentions no problems providing accommodations for troops to winter over at Fort Pitt.
James Robertson PapersPreparation of Fort
Request to forward enclosed letters to lieut. in Allegheny, Washington, and Westmoreland counties in Pennsylvania; and Ohio County in Virginia. Urged construction of block house and accommodations …
James Robertson PapersPower of Attorney
Power of Attorney of William McGill to Jacob Brashfield empowering Brashfield to receive all the monies due to McGill upon his discharge.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Power of Attorney
Power of attorney by John Chipman appointing Samuel Brach to act for him in regards to a certificate for bounty money for recruiting
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Possession of Stores
Messrs. Turnbull and Marnie informed Knox of their legal right to possession of all public stores in Pittsburgh. Knox ordered stores be given over to them upon receipt of proper proof.
James Robertson PapersPossession of Fort
Inquires about representation at Supreme Court to be held at Fort Pitt. Discussed possession of Fort being given by Sheriff to Messr. Turnbul and Mannie.
James Robertson PapersPositive Report for Captain Hudang
Reports attention of Captain Hudang to the duties of his command.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToPoor Condition of Fort and its Structures
Repairs and improvements to magazine complete, Gen. St. Clair believed it more appropriate to erect new store houses than repair the dilapidated structures. St. Clair ordered road built then left for …
James Robertson PapersPoor Beatty, Lottery Tickets, Etc.
Poor Beatty could stand it in New Brunswick no longer so Denny had to go up so Beatty could retire to his brothers in Prince Town [Princeton] where he will remain for at least a fortnight. Six of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Pleasing Conduct, Etc.
Hodgdon assures Knox that he is pleased with his conduct, believing sincerely that his business, under Knox's management, is given the attention its importance demands. The shoes of Rupp are very good …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Philips makes solicitation to Knox for contract to supply gun powder
Letter, asks for contract to supply gun powder; discusses manufacture of gun powder in Massachusetts.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Pension of Willis Wilson
Thanks Randolph for forwarding a letter to Governor Blount. Discusses the commutation and pension of W. Wilson.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersPeace Negotiations With Cherokee, Troop Preparations & Recent Flood
Apologizes for ill health; discusses goods to be offered to Cherokee Indians, and expects a peace delegation from them shortly. Informs about the raising of troops and troop movements and equipment. …
King's Mountain PapersPayments Made on Account of Depreciation
Howell discusses the inquiry he has made into the payments or advances made by five States to their officers and men on account of depreciation.
William Irvine PapersPayment of the Troops in Georgia
In response to Howell's request, Roberts has sent his lieutenant with the money for the payment of the troops in Georgia. Howell has requested Roberts to muster his men before he leaves Charleston but …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Payment of Officers
With some exceptions, officers are not to be paid until the time is expired.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of War [1A-F2] (RG46)Payment of Officers
Major Craig to be paid. Advised Hodgdon to forward estimates and receipts if total cost exceeds estimate of cost. Expressed hope that troops would not be detained at Fort Pitt for want of boats.
General CollectionPayment for Books and Ledgers
A bill for ledgers and books purchased by Howell for use in the office.
Settled Miscellaneous Treasury Accounts, Sept. 7, 1790 - Sept 29, 1894. (RG217) (M235)Paying the Wagoner
The bearer, George Kinesar, is the wagoner who attended Capt. Pratt's Company from Jersey. Michael Stevor, who engaged him was given sixty dollars in advance but gave Kinesar only twenty dollars …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Pay Rolls of Colonel Jackson
Informs the Secretary at War that it appears that Capt. T. H. Condy has produced the pay rolls of Col. Jackson.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Pay of Richard Dale
Enclosed is a schedule of Dale's pay through December 1791. He will receive the money from Capt. Miles for which he will provide a receipt.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Pay of Officers Not Entitled to Depreciation
Wolcott inquires as to whether a balance of nominal pay due an officer of the late army, not entitled to depreciation from the United States or a State, has been considered as equivalent to specie or …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
