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Cotesworthy's Needs
Cotsworthy notes that if he could have made a change he would have remitted it but his misfortune prevented him from doing so. He asks Knox to make a copy and he will pay him upon his return. He asks …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Corrections to Deficiencies in Supplies
Bayonets returned. Deficiencies in provisions on the road to be corrected.
James Robertson PapersConstruction of frigate
The Secretary of War writes Senator Pierce Butler of South Carolina on the construction of a ship of forty guns
Wister Papers, Butler SectionConfidential Information on Act by Congress
Enclosed act to be passed by Congress in near future, requests confidentiality. Notified Randolf that the President authorized an expedition against the Wabash Indians to protect frontier.
Executive CommunicationsConcerning the settlement of claims
Writes the Commissioner of Army Accounts of the anxiety he feels in anticipation of his advice relative to the applications for a settlement of claims, which he says has been the subject of "perpetual …
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Concerning the Pay of Pennsylvania Militia
Writes that he has presented Howell's report to the War Secretary on the pay of the militia of Alleghany County, who recommended that a certificate be produced from the State Comptroller of …
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Concerning the claim of Doctor Elbert
Requests the opinion of the Auditor of the Federal Treasury respecting the claim of Doctor John Elbert
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Concerning account at the Pay Office
Writes Capt. Howell at the Pay Office discussing the settlement of his account, vouchers, and other concerns. Since the close of the war, it was a matter of indifference whether they or not until …
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Complete Set of Guages
The Secretary of War requests a complete set of guages for the service of the public for which eight dollars will be paid.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Complaint about Public Horses Feeding in Private Corn Field
Complains that the public horses feed in his corn fields every night at a considerable loss to him. Requests assistance.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToCommutation of Lieutenant Wilson
Asks Stagg to inform the Secretary at War that he has examined the settlement of Lieutenant Willis Wilson of the Virginia Line.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Common Tents to Haskell, Etc.
Knox is asked to furnish enough common tents to Capt. Haskell to cover about ninety men and horsemen. The men are to camp on the opposite side of the Schuykill the following morning and Knox should …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Commissioner for settling Delaware accounts
Writes that he has recovered from his illness and been appointed a commissioner to settle the accounts of the state of Delaware. He hopes he will be welcomed at this position and informs Howell of …
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Coming to Philadelphia
As soon as the Treasurer can come to Philadelphia, Colesworth will also set off for the same city, possibly the next Thursday.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Clothing, Etc.
Craig has forwarded care of Captain Cushing several articles, including clothing. Mentions a defeat, general panic, and the Northern Indians. No news yet received from Congress.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Clothing, Etc.
Armstrong fears that Hodgdon will be disappointed in not receiving the clothing mentioned in his recent letter. Armstrong has some of the clothing, shirts and shoes, but it is not marked so it is …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Clothing for John Schrider
Knox is asked to provide the bearer, John Schrider, who is a regular in Capt. Haskell's Company and has been sick in the hospital, with one pair of woolen overalls, one pair of shoes, and a woolen …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Clothing for Captain Mills' Company
Order to furnish Captain Mills' Company with vests for recruits and and iron hand cuffs.
First Congress: President's Message Transmitting Reports From the Secretary of War to the Senate [1A-E4] (RG46)Clothing for Andrews' Recruits, Etc.
Ensign Andrews should be supplied with a suitable supply of clothing for his recruits. In a few days [Isaac] Craig is expecting a supply of 55 suits from New York.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Clothing for Abraham Springer
Knox should provide the bearer, Abraham Springer, with the following articles of clothing: one hat, two shirts, one pair of woolen overalls, one pair of shoes, one pair of socks, and one vest. A …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Clothing Delivered to Fort Washington, Etc.
Craig gives account of clothing delivered to Fort Washington. Craig also discusses issues regarding powder, horses, and river piloting.
Isaac Craig PapersClothing and Accounting
Enclosed Joseph Hunter's receipt for clothing due levies. If clothing is left in Carlisle, he is released from obligation to transport them.
James Robertson PapersClaims of Major Woodson
Informs the Attorney General that Major Tarlton Woodson did not make any claims to the last commissioner John Pierce.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Claim of Nicholas Reile
Requests that Howell look into Nicholas Reile's claim for services rendered by his son, John Peter Reile.
Northwest Territory Collection, M367Change in Rendezvous Location
To expedite recruiting process, Pratt is authorized to change his rendez vous location from Middletown to Hartford. Noted that Mr. Colt will furnish supplies to recruits at Hartford.
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