Rations, pay, stores, Marines, accomodations on board

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Document

Description

Discusses contract prices for crew rations. Pursers will act as paymasters. Military and other stores will be placed in keeping of certain officers. Officer of Marines will be in charge of accoutrements and clothing. The Captain will designate officer cabins. Stationary will be furnished by purser.

Date

06/06/1798

Recipient

Document number

1798060615101

Notable persons

James J. Deblois
War Department
James McHenry
purser for Marines
officers
seamen
Marines

Notable items

payroll
regulations
payment
contract price
rations
ships of war