Letterbook
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Regarding contract dispute
Dexter discusses a contract dispute pertaining to coal provided for use at Springfield Armory.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding claim for an equivalent of rations
Dexter discusses Ames' request to Colonel Williams.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding appropriations of funds
Dexter express his desire for an expeditious appropriation of funds.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding Appropriate Punishment for Officers
Appears to signal delay in deciding appropriate punishment for several officers who treated a 3rd party in a poor manner. Adams is uncertain whether the punishments are too severe.
John Adams PapersRegarding Advances for Pistol Contract
Dexter discusses pistol account with North. Authorizes advances.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding accounts
Dexter notifies Stevens that he has issued a warrant in his favor.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Refers to Stolen Horse Incident with Cherokees
Refers to claims of James Caruthers and Thomas Callan regarding horses stolen by the Cherokees. Agent Robert White will provide testimony, although he went into the Cherokee Nation without proper …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Refers to Samuel Hodgdon in Philadelphia
Refers to Samuel Hodgdon in Philadelphia. Mentions Castle Island in Boston and the date October 1790.
Letters Sent (General Correspondence) by the Secretary of War and Commissioner of Pensions, 1800-1866. (RG15)Refers to Agreement between McHenry and Potts & Lee
Refers to property of Lee & Potts, although the contract was made with James McHenry. Requests examination of report, although McHenry relied on verbal communication more than written.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRecords consumed by fire
This letter informs Whelen that (on Saturday evening last) of the fire that destroyed the War Department. Dexter asks Whelen to find replacements for items lost in the fire.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Recommends Harper's Ferry as Location for National Cannon Foundry
Responds to inquiry about site for a cannon foundry. Suggests Harper's Ferry as the most central location. Hopes to add his name to the recommendation forwarded to the President.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRecommendations of Jonathan Williams for Officer Appointment
Forwards officer recommendation from Henry Knox of Jonathan Williams, Esq. Adams mentions McHenry's previous endorsement of Williams as an artillery major, and adds his own brief recommendation.
John Adams PapersReceived Request for Statement from Colonel Butler; Forwards Accounts
Promises ready attention to the request of Colonel Butler. Forwards copies of books for March.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Received Invoices for Clothing of 3rd & 4th Regiments
Refers to letters received from Edgar Patterson with invoices and receipts for clothing, artillery, and cavalry and other items for Colonel Butler. Retains trunk from John S. Porter.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Rations for troops in Virginia
Refers to contract for supplying troops in Virginia. It was lodged in the War Office.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Rations for troops in North Carolina
Dexter makes inquiry regarding actions taken under a contract to supply rations to the troops in North Carolina. Mentions fire at the war department
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Quarterly Returns for Major Lewis, Agent to Cherokees
Encloses quarterly returns for January through March of articles issued under the name of Major Lewis, agent to the Cherokees.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Purchase articles called for by Superintendent of Military Stores
This letter authorizes Whelen to purchase the articles identified by Samuel Hodgdon. The letter identifies General Stevens, Archibald Crary, and Jonathan Jackson as War Department Agents in New York, …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Proving of cannon at Cecil Furnace
This letter directs Lieutenant Colonel Tousard to proceed to Cecil Furnace to prove (test fire) 85 newly cast cannon.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Proving of cannon
Dexter solicits McHenry's recollection regarding the procurement of cannon for the frigate United States.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Portland Volunteers
The Secretary at War informs Mr. Boyd that the renewal of the association of Portland Volunteers is approved. Therefore, commissions for the Volunteers are to be extended two years from the date of …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Payment to James Miller
This letter informs Miller that he will be paid for supplies provided to the Quartermaster General.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Payment of men employed at laboratory
This letter informs Miller that Lieutenant Colonel Tousard is Captain Elliott's replacement. As such, Miller will be pleased to accept payment certificates from Toussard.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Payment for cannon
Dexter informs Lane to expect payment for cannon.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Paying and employing necessary agents
Judges that Quarter Master General is competent to employ and pay agents.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)
