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43 documents
Certification of Service
Colonel Robert Troup forwards a certification of his military service to John Pierce.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Resolve of Congress
Resolution of Congress authorizing the War Department and the Indian Commissioners to hold a treaty with the Western Indian Nations to establish boundaries and promote security.
John Dickinson Papers.Regarding commutation
Captain Hawes sends Samuel Hodgdon a letter stating that any questions about his commutation should be referred to General Knox.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Recommendations of Cook & Grant
Henry Knox, Secretary at War, writes to Richard Henry Lee, President of Congress with his recommendations regarding Captains Jesse Cook and Jesse Grant of the Connecticut Line.
Continental Congress BroadsidesBeneficial Effects of the Plaster of Paris, Etc.
Lincoln repeatedly thanks Pickering for concern and attention given to him in letters of December 25th and 30th. The illegibility of the majority of the document makes it difficult to decipher much …
Robert Goodloe HarperResolving Charles Markle's Account
Relative to the account of Charles Markle, late a captain in the legion, it has become evident that the difference between the pay of an infantry officer and that of a cavalry officer is relevant in …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Pay for Cushing's Men
Howell has transmitted to Cushing $290.50 by Mr. Mifflin, being one month's pay for his officers, non-commissioned officers, and privates. Mr. Mifflin has been directed to provide the officers who …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Encloses muster rolls of the late line of Virginia
Complying with Congressman Madison's request, the Commissioner of Army Accounts encloses the muster rolls of the late line of Virginia; reports back that Robert Tompkins was a lieutenant.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Saddle & Bridle for Davidson
Stagg directs Knox to let Lt. Davidson of the Cavalry have a saddle and bridle of those now in store, taking his receipt.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Regarding Court of Inquiry & Resignation of General St. Clair
Discusses a proposed investigation of St. Clair's conduct, which cannot occur; also mentions St. Clair's prior decision to retire from the army once the inquiry had taken place, and why he has …
Joshua Humphreys CorrespondencePack Horses, Kettle, and Bridle
Smith admits that he cannot do justice by Hodgdon's horses so he will send 16 along with the pack horses. He is also sending by the bearer the kettle the lard was sent in and the bridle that was left …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Knox discuss moral issues with Rev. David McClure
Knox discusses the problems and potential solutions to conflict with Native Americans with Rev. David McClure of Dartmouth College. Knox expresses moral opposition to fighting Indians.
J. G. W. E. Kestner Autograph CollectionTwo Months Pay of the Troops
Two months pay of the troops will be prepared in six to eight days. Howell wants to know the sum of money currently in Swan's hands in order to know how much should be remitted.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Payment of Captain Wells' Company
Howell provides confirmation to Swan of the abstract of warrants of the Secretary of War to the current date as well as an account of the money given to Mr. Daniel Britt. Howell also provides a …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Money in Swan's Possession
Swan provides a statement of the money in his possession including sums related to transactions with the following: the contractor at Fort Washington, Captain Mills, Daniel Britt (refund for amount …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Mentges sends reports on stores to Henry Knox
Mentges sends the following reports to Secretary Knox: the return on public property on hand with the commissary of military stores department in the district of Maryland and Delaware under the …
Inspection Report From Francis Mentges to the Secretary of War Relating to Military Stores in the District of Maryland and Delaware, Sep 16, 1793.General Wilkinson's Account
The embarassment regarding General Wilkinson's account still exists. Swan should write him for an explanation of payments that appear to be entirely improper and contrary to the opinion of the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Captain Slough's Payroll
Enclosed is the payroll of Captain Jacob Slough's detachment so that Swan can discharge the balance of $59 due them.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Captain Brock's Shady Accounting
Howell accuses Captain Brock of embezzlement. Howell states that the voucher system in place is ineffective and that Brock is claiming money advanced to Ensign Grayson for recruiting. It appears that …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Widow's Request for Mr. Gilmore's Pension
Howell is informing Swan that the widow of a Mr. Gilmore, of Captain Smyth's company, has inquired if any money is still due her late husband. "There appears to be none of Capt. Smyth's Comp." might …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Mr. Harris's Horse
[Difficult handwriting] Slough laments that, though Mr. Harris's horse is still alive, it is his opinion that he will never be able to go to Philadelphia.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horses & Equipage for Lieutenant Campbell Smith
Hodgdon is directed to furnish Lieutenant Campbell Smith with two horses, saddles, and bridles to be delivered to [Isaac] Craig at Pittsburgh and also one portmanteau [large traveling bag].
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
Major Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon that he will forward an estimate of financial expenditures to be made in support of quartermaster requisitions.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)27 Brass Howitzers
Enclosed is the Bill of Lading for 27 brass howitzers that were sent by Chauncey Wittelsey of Middleton Connecticut.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Hamilton's Financial Affairs
Hamilton asks Troup to be the executor of his will and then provides the details of his financial affairs. He laments the necessity of omitting his Scottish father from his will.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
