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[Extract] Orders for Operating Public Stores
Alludes to recruiting of new artillery company and general rules for operating public stores.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndRequest for overdue money and supplies
Langham reports that he has not received supplies or money at Shepherds Town. Langham laments that he is without private and public money. Asks Hodgdon to forward by Mr. John Lien as much money as the …
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Recommendation for a Munitions Magazine
Extract of Letter, discusses building for powder and ammunition.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Poor Quality of Powder Imposed on the Public, Etc.
In addition to transmitting a number of monthly returns, General Wayne criticizes the quality of the powder he has been provided. The last sent forward during the Spring of 1794 was fit only for …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Muster master for the Washington District
From Knoxville, copy of letter to Secretary of War discussing the services and duties of the muster master. David Henley agent for War Department has complained of George Farragut's work and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)EXTRACT: Governor's Opinion on Capture of Seamen by British
Letter assured innocence of Captain Home, and dispelled rumors regarding capture of U.S. Seamen by British ship of war, Africa.
FO 5/10 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.Extract of letter from James Seagrove, agent of Indian Affairs, on meeting with Chiefs of the Creek Nation, and the prospects of living in peace
James Seagrove, Agent for Creek Indians, reported that he received dispatches from various Chiefs of the Creek Nations indicating that they will comply with his demands and will live in perfect peace …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Extract of a letter from Detroit dated 5/25/1795, Communicated by W. J. Williams.
Indians are timid to sign peace treaty due to the lies told by traitors. Blue Jacket doing his best to persuade them to join the United States, writer feels they will acquiesce once they are away …
Anthony Wayne PapersDelivery of Cannon to Captain Malbone, Etc.
Littlefield reports that the cannon have been delivered to Captain [Francis] Malbone and the ammunition is to be removed to the powder house for security.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Captain Chapin discusses Indian affairs with Pickering
Letter, discusses appointment to Superintendant of Affairs to the Six Nations; describes business conduct of the late General Israel Chapin; encloses extract of letter from Capt. Brant.
Henry O'Reilly Collection[Extract of letter from Captain John Lillio to the Secretary of War]
Proving of howitzers completed by Revere, powder obtained from Col. Amasa Davis.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)[Extract of a letter from Capt. John Lillie to the Secretary of War]
At request of Capt. Revere, Lillie proved howitzer which he just cast for United States.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Swords Available for $7.50 Each
In the extract Gamble discusses a group of young men who were forming themselves into a volunteer troop of horse [cavalry]. Gamble imported complete horseman's hangars and iron scabbards for them but, …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Salary Increase for John McKee.
McHenry informs McKee that in consideration of his station and duties within the Cherokee Nation, his salary has been increased to $500 per annum
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Memo regarding contractor shipments
Directs procedures for contractors' provisions.
James McHenry PapersLots Purchased at Public Auction
Craig has purchased at a public auction of the Commissioners of Pennsylvania two lots at LeBeouf which he considers necessary for the United States to possess since they adjoin the grounds on which …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Indian affairs and treaties
General Superintendent of Indian Affairs Benjamin Hawkins describes the Treaty of New York of 1790, the Creek Nation, Indian boundaries, and murders on the frontier.
James McHenry PapersFrench movements on the frontier
Concerning French movements on the frontier and their relations with Indians.
James McHenry PapersExtract of Letter on Subject of Location for Block House and Barracks
Craig strongly recommends lots No. 37 and 38 in the town of Waterford for the barracks and block house. The lots are to be sold at auction, and cannot be reserved. Craig therefore bought them in his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Extract of Letter from the Secretary of War to Major Freeman Requesting Appointment
Extract of a letter from the Secretary of War to Major Constant Freeman requesting appointment of proper person to execute orders given to Freeman during his absence.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
