Letterbook
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Letter from the War Office to the Purveyor of Public Supplies requesting valuation of live oak timber at Mud Island Fort
06/07/1797 LetterbookSecretary of War requests valuation of live oak timber at Mud Island Fort and what remains at Georgia. Likely he wishes to lay figures before congress.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Letter from the War Office to Josiah Parker, Chairman of the Committee on Naval Equipment on progress of frigate building at Philadelphia, Boston,
01/12/1797 LetterbookReport on the progress of frigate construction at Philadelphia. McHenry discusses the strategic importance of live oak for ship building; these resources may be of interest to other maritime nations; …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Letter from the War Office to congressman Josiah Parker regarding present state of frigates United States, Constitution, Constellation
06/16/1797 LetterbookStatements and estimates regarding the frigates United States, Constitution and Constellation. Estimates the sum required to complete frigates; sum required for pay and subsistence of crew; sum for …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Letter from the War Office regarding the table of signals
06/16/1797 LetterbookAcknowledges receipt of table of signals. Appear to be methodical the accompanying observations the result of reading and experience. Will direct the printing to be paid;
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Letter from the War Office regarding request to extend launching a few days
06/21/1797 LetterbookLaunching may be delayed until 12 July 1797 so that carve work may be fixed, and coppering completed before ship put into water. Vessel with articles for completing frigate sailed from Philadelphia …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Letter from the War Office on procurement of materials for equipment for frigate at Portsmouth New Hampshire
01/12/1797 LetterbookCaptain Thompson is to correspond with Tench Francis, purveyor of supplies, on matters of purchasing materials for frigate. Francis will also be able to furnish money as required. Ensure that no …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Letter from the War Office informing of compensation for care of timber at Portsmouth New Hampshire ship yard
01/17/1797 LetterbookEdmund Quincy to receive $400 compensation per year for taking care of timber and materials at ship yard Portsmouth New Hampshire. Quincy to exercise care in protection of materials from the weather …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Letter from the War Office dismissing clerk at Portsmouth Naval Yard Edmund Quincy
01/12/1797 LetterbookCaptain Thompson appointed as superintendent of frigate construction at Portsmouth New Hampshire. James Hackett, naval constructor, will take charge of materials and public property. Therefore, clerk …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Letter from the War Office dismissing Captain George Turner as temporary inspector of frigate at Portsmouth New Hampshire
01/12/1797 LetterbookCaptain George Turner appointment by Josiah Fox as temporary inspector is void. Return all papers relative to frigate to Captain Thompson.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Letter from the Secretary at War
06/11/1797 LetterbookThis is a cryptic note from James McHenry that appears to be making reference to some type of covert transaction.
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647
Letter from the Secretary at War
05/23/1797 LetterbookThis letter informs the recipient that no obstacles to transport are known and that payment will be made for all necessary business. What is being transported and the nature of the business is not …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647
Letter from the Secretary at War
05/01/1797 LetterbookJames McHenry recommends Patrick Whiff to the Secretary of the Treasury for employment with the Surveyor General.
Manuscript Collection.
Letter from the Representatives of Panton, Leslie and Company
11/28/1797 LetterbookThis letter accompanies a packet of information sent by John McKee for James McHenry. Representatives from Panton, Leslie and Company (PLC) indicate that McKee is in New Orleans meeting with the …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647
Letter from the Navy Yard in Boston regarding launch of Constitution
09/24/1797 LetterbookThis letter discusses problems in the launching of the frigate Constitution.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)
Letter from the Indian Superintendent
06/29/1797 LetterbookLetter, discusses Chief Joseph Brandt
Misc Mss - Israel Chapin.
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
08/16/1797 LetterbookSimmons informs Freeman to expect payment from Nicholas Fish. Simmons also mentions expenses allowable for pursuing deserters.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
08/16/1797 LetterbookSimmons authorizes Fish to pay Lt. Nehemiah Freeman.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
08/14/1797 LetterbookSimmons informs Elmer that his account is delinquent.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
08/14/1797 LetterbookSimmons informs Proctor that his account is delinquent.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
08/14/1797 LetterbookSimmons informs Butler that his account is delinquent.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
08/14/1797 LetterbookSimmons informs Grayson that his account is delinquent.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
08/14/1797 LetterbookSimmons informs Michael that his account is delinquent.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
08/14/1797 LetterbookSimmons informs Fitzgerald that his account is delinquent.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
08/14/1797 LetterbookSimmons confirms that Augustus DeGrasse' s receipt has come to hand.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
08/14/1797 LetterbookSimmons informs Prior that his account is delinquent.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
