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Instructions to Deputy Paymaster & Storekeeper for Tennessee
Appoints Hillis as deputy paymaster & military storekeeper for Tennessee. Instructions from the Comptroller of the Treasury and the Accountant of the War Department follow, addressing record- and …
John Adams PapersIndians to Knoxville, furnished with pack horse
Alexander Gibson reports that he has forwarded six Indians safely to Knoxville as requested by Pickering. No sergeant in a condition to go on with them. Procured a young man to go on with them; …
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Horse, bridle, and saddle
Letter, mentions horse, bridle and saddle for Stephen Hillis
U.S. Army CollectionHealth & Comfort of Eaton's Troops
Hodgdon discusses the provisioning of clothing, supplies, arms, and equipage for Eaton's troops at Colraine on the St. Marys River.
William Eaton PapersGoods for the Chickasaw Indians
Mr. Francis has been directed to purchase and deliver to Hodgdon three thousand dollars worth of goods for the Chickasaw Indians. The Secretary of War requests those goods forwarded to Major Craig at …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)General Estimate of the Expenses of the Accountant's Officer
In order for the Secretary of War to provide a general estimate of the expenses of the War Department, Simmons is directed to report the number of clerks, with their salaries, needed to carry out the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)General Account of Clothing Delivered
From West Point, Rochefontaine reports that he is forming a general account of clothing delivered to Corps of Artillerists and Engineers. Laments that the officers did not keep a record of what they …
Registers of Warrants Drawn by the Secretary of War on the Treasurer, Oct 2, 1795-Dec 31, 1821. (RG217)Furlough Issued
Letter; assures Van Rensselaer of appointment and places him on furlough.
Cherry Hill CollectionFoward Goods for the Six Nations to Israel Chapin
The Secretary of War has directed Hodgdon to send the goods intended for the Six Nations [of Indians] to Mr. Houdin who should then designate someone to deliver them to Israel Chapin. Houdin is also …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forwarding of Money for Pay of Militia
Regarding directions to Mr. Wheelen and Mr. Miller to forward money of militia. Will set out to Gallipolis to pay men; receipts to be forwarded.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Failing to Aid Mr. Jefferson's Election
McHenry ruminates on a declamatory appeal to the people against the government arguing that laws should be repealed, court decisions should be annulled; vessels should be restored and a general change …
William Vans MurrayExpense of the Late Militia Army
In response to a resolution of Congress, the Treasury is preparing a statement showing the annual expenditures of the War Department through December 1795 in which the expense of the late Militia Army …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Execution of the Bond of Mr. Harris
Enclosed are instructions for Hodgdon and for Mr. Harris the Storekeeper of Military Supplies. Harris should have the bond required of him for the faithful performance of his duties executed …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Examining the State of the Muskets at West Point
In addition to Mr. Cranch's account for $2030.50 for cleaning and repairing arms at West Point is Hodgdon's letter agreeable to the contract. Cranch has rendered another account of the same kind with …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Enlisting Men for Five Years, Etc.
General Wilkinson has directed Swan to pay twelve dollars per month for forage. Swan has directed the Sub Legionary Paymasters to make a circuit of their garrisons so as to sweep the numerous …
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Enclosed Receipt
Letter, encloses receipt of Captain Michael Kalteisen.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Electors of President and Vice President for Maryland, Etc.
Since Bright was enlisted for three years, and not during the war, he is not entitled to land. Enclosed is Howard's warrant for five hundred dollars for which a receipt is required. Who are likely to …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Discussion of Paymaster's Standing
Letter, describes paymaster as an agent and staff officer of the commandant ; did not threaten to dismiss paymaster from the service.
Letters Received by the Accountant of the War Department, Nov 24, 1794-Ded 23, 1817. (RG217)Discussion of Estabilshment of Shipyard & of Frigate Construction
Letter, directs Fox to procure Ship yard; discusses Frigate construction; discusses timber for Frigates.
Josiah Fox PapersDiscussion of a Speech to Encourage the Cherokee to Higher Civilization
Encloses a draft of a speech to the Cherokeeswhich is designed to encourage their civilization and make its management [by the U.S.?] more economical. Asks Washington's opinion on that document, and …
John Adams PapersDirections Needed for Forwarding Articles
Mr. Francis has notified Jones that some silk sieves and other articles purchased by him for the garrison at West Point are still being stored and waiting for direction. Jones wants directions for …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Directing a lookout for French agents on the frontier
General Wayne directs a lookout for French agents on the frontier and provides a brief update on Indian relations.
James McHenry PapersDetailed Instructions for Commander in Georgia to Dispose Troops to Keep Peace Between Creek Indians & Georgians
Notes that a treaty has been concluded with the Creek Indians reaffirming desires to live in friendship with the United States; however, asks Gaither to be prepared for contingencies. Says that the …
John Adams PapersDelivery of Munitions
Directs delivery of paper cartridges to hold sixteen pounds of cannon powder.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndDelivery of Lead for Ammunition
Letter, directs delivery of lead for balls to prove new gun barrels.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)
