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Report of Quartermaster Supplies for February 1800
Forwards returns for the Quartermaster's supplies for February 1800.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Report of Muster Rolls; Awaiting News from Mr. Jackson in Cumberland
Reports information found in master rolls. Hopes to see Mr. Jackson to know Mr. Allison's report. Reports that the wagons have departed for Philadelphia with a box for Simmons's brother and vouchers …
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Report of Mr. Hillis's Vouchers as Accurate; Forwards Accounts
Examined Mr. Hillis's vouchers, which shall be sent to Mr. Herbert. Mr. Hillis will enclose abstracts and vouchers for Henley's expenditures in the Indian Department.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Report of Accounts for December 1799, Abstracts for Army & Quartermasters
Encloses copies of books for December with abstracts for the army and quartermasters. Discusses further activity for the abstracts on public business to expedite vouchers. Infers that militia payments …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Replacement for sunken boat
Dexter directs Jackson to procure a small boat for use on the Savannah River by Captain Robeson. It is to replace a sunken boat.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Remittance to Whelen
This letter informs Mr. Whelen that he will be paid for the purposes expressed in his previous letter to the Secretary at War, dated 11 November 1800.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Regulations for Quartermasters; Report of Various Abstracts, Accounts, Payments
Will look attend to the printed regulations of the Quartermaster's Department and the muster rolls of Cornet George Lee Davidson. Lieutenant Swain has requested inspection with the new form. Mr. …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Regarding the Quarter Master General's duties and accounts
Relative to accounts of John Wilkins Jr., Quarter Master General. Notes that Wilkins was not furnished with with any instruction as to his particular duties.
Letters Received by Predecessors of the Chief of Ordinance, 1797-1810. (RG156)Regarding the Appointment of an Inspector of the Frontier (Body Text Only)
Adams concurs with the communicated judgments of the department heads [Cabinet] on the necessity of appointing a qualified person to inspect government property and installations along the frontiers. …
John Adams PapersRegarding Tense Issue of Provisional Officers Being Appointed to Permanent Regiments, & Approval of Court Martial Sentence
Comments on the subject of provisional army officers petitioning for positions in the artillery and old regiments -- says that this is a delicate subject, as many officers in the old establishment …
John Adams PapersRegarding supply of rations at Springfield armory
Dexter informs Byers and Dwight of a warrant issued to secure rations for the Armory at Springfield.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding Petition for Appointment as Springfield Arsenal Superintendent
Adams forwards a man's petition to be named superintendent of the Springfield Armory, but admits he is not aware of the status of any vacancy there.
John Adams PapersRegarding payment of officers
Dexter directs the payment of officers for rations.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding payment of Major Johnson's detachment
Dexter informs Claiborne that Major Johnson's detachment of militia will have their claims settled by the accountant of the Treasury.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding pay and emoluments
This letter authorizes the Paymaster General to disburse the pay of Captain Campbell Smith to a designated representative, Captain Francis Huger.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Regarding pay and allowances
This letter informs Captain McCall that Captain Webb is entitled to compensation and Major Freeman is entitled to double rations.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Regarding licensing of John Chisolm
Received last letter and seeks to explain licensing of John Chisolm.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Regarding inefficient cannon
The Secretary at War directs Lieutenant Colonel Lewis Tousard to consult Captain Elliot regarding the serviceability of designated cannon. Mentions defects in the cannon as greater than those stated …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Regarding fortifications
Regarding fortifications. Discusses appropriations, suspension of work.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding Doctor Foster Swift accounts
The Secretary of War discusses the status of accounts with Dr. Swift.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding discharge of Sergeant
Agrees to discharge of a Sergeant in company of Artillerists and Engineers.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding Declined Advance
Dexter explains why he denied Stevens a monetary advance. Copies he sent were not satisfactory.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding contracts for sale of sulphur
Dexter refers to the sale of sulphur. Mentions obtaining correct information on the quantity on hand in the public stores. Says there is so much now in the present circumstances that it is unnecessary …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding contract for supply and issue of rations
Dexter forwards the bond for fulfillment of contract for the supply and issue of rations in the Northwestern District to Thomson for signature.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding contract dispute
Dexter discusses a contract dispute pertaining to coal provided for use at Springfield Armory. Notes that he is surprised that he should have to decide on a subject to which Williams and Ames the …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)
