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Forwarding Volunteer Officers' Request for Commissions
Asks for Dexter's review and approval of a request for commissions from the leaders of a volunteer company.
John Adams PapersForwarding Recommendations for Officers
Adams forwards two recommendations for officer appointments.
John Adams PapersForwarding Recommendation With Uncertainty
Forwards a recommendation for a man to be appointed to some government office, but admits he is not sure how to respond to it; asks that the man be considered for any vacancies in the Departments of …
John Adams PapersForwarding Recommendation for Captain's Appointment
Forwards the recommendation of a man as a captain in the 2d Regiment of Artillerists & Engineers. Adams adds his own opinion of the man.
John Adams PapersForwarding of Recommendations for Army Appointments
Forwards various recommendations for officer appointments.
John Adams PapersForwarding of Recommendations for Army Appointments
Forwards recommendations of several young men for appointment as officers.
John Adams PapersForwarding Correspondence for Review
Encloses correspondence relating to a Mr. Baldwin, a Senator. Asks Dexter to review the matter in question.
John Adams PapersFortifications of ports and harbors
The Secretary at War informs Captain Taylor that all operations pertaining to the fortification of ports and harbors must be halted because appropriations have been exhausted.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Follow Up for Officer Recommendation
Adams comments further on a lawyer whom he had previously recommended be added to the list of proposed officer appointments.
John Adams PapersExtra allowances for expenses to officers
Enclosing regulations adopted at the War Office relative to extra allowances for expenses to officers.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Exploration of copper mines on Lake Superior
This letter directs the Commanding Officer to assist Mr. Cooper's exploration of the copper mines on Lake Superior. Cooper is introduced as the son of a Congressman from New York.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Explains Account for John W. Hooker and Reasons for Granting Licenses to Indian Territory
Responds to questions about bill drawn to John W. Hooker, who paid Barclay McGhee, for waggoning at the garrisons at Tellico. This contract should furnish Captain Butler with a team. Forwards list of …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Expenditures for fortification of ports and harbors
Dexter discusses the status of fortifications at port and harbors in the United States with Mr. Griswold.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Expenditures for fortification of ports and harbors
Dexter requests a statement of expenditures regarding fortifications at ports and harbors.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Evaluating the Indian Trading House at Georgia
McHenry wants to be furnished with information that will enable him to evaluate the Indian Trading House in Georgia. He requests inventories, accounts, and detailed statements that will show whether …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relative to Indian Tribes (Letters and Instructions to the Factors of the Indian Trading Houses From TheirEvaluating the Factory Under Hooker's Supervision
McHenry asks to be furnished with inventories, accounts, and statements that will enable him to ascertain if business has diminished or improved at the factory under Hooker's superintendence.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relative to Indian Tribes (Letters and Instructions to the Factors of the Indian Trading Houses From TheirEstimate of Expenses for the US Army, 1801
Encloses estimates of expenses of the Army of the United States for the year 1801. Enclosure lists staff, numbers, and salaries and forage for each department. References clothing, horses, supplies, …
Letters Sent (Letterbooks) by the Secretary of War to the Secretary of the Treasury, 1800-1867. (RG203)Encloses Letter from Mr. Milligan about Furnace
Encloses letter from Mr. Milligan stating his claim to 3/8 of the furnace sold by Wilson & Potts.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToEncloses deposit warrant
Encloses deposit warrant for meny received from Messrs. Jesse and Robert Waln on account of military stores. The Springfield Armory dispute shall be attended to.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Encloses Copies of Records for Officers for January 1800
Encloses copies of books of his office for the month of January.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Encloses Account for Examination and Approval
Enclosed account to be examined and reported.
Letters Sent (General Correspondence) by the Secretary of War and Commissioner of Pensions, 1800-1866. (RG15)Enclosed Return of Receipts
Williams encloses a return of receipts and deliveries of military stores for the third quarter of 1800. The return will be sent as soon as possible.
Letters Sent (Letterbooks) by the Military Storekeeper and Paymaster, Springfield Armory, 1799-1859. (RG156)Discussion of Political Matters
Appears to be a political discussion concerning the upcoming election, ministers, and American policy.
John Adams PapersDischarge of Sergeant William Hodge
This letter authorizes the discharge of Sergeant William Hodge, if Hodge can find a man to serve in his stead. Hodge's substitute must be approved by his Commanding Officer, Captain Huger.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Devastating Fire at the War Office!
This letter discusses the loss of records that occurred as a result of the fire that consumed the War Department. The accountant saved the principal part of his which were below stairs. Dexter asks …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
