Wilkins explanation regarding some objections to his accounts
Document 1800In responding to objections to accounts, Wilkins notes a lack of clarity regarding certain principles on scope and scale of authority of the Quarter Master General, under what conditions he may make purchases, and the nature of his military appointment which puts him under orders of the commanding general.
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In responding to objections to accounts, Wilkins notes a lack of clarity regarding certain principles on scope and scale of authority of the Quarter Master General, under what conditions he may make purchases, and the nature of his military appointment which puts him under orders of the commanding general.
Date
10/07/1800
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Recipient
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City of Washington
Document number
1800100770301
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Notable persons
William Simmons
John Wilkins Jr
agents
storekeepers
assistant quartermasters
boatmen
wagoners
artificers
pilots
guides
express
General Alexander Hamilton
General James Wilkinson
Notable locations
Department of War
City of Washington
Washington
Treasury
frontiers
Detroit
Ohio River
Notable items
accounts
general principles
authority
transportation of troops or stores
barracks
vessels
galleys
employment
wages
appropriations
subsistence
disbursements
certificate of delivery
cash vouchers
tar
paint
stores