Collection
42,880 items
Request for certification that Secretary of War authorized Samuel Hodgdon to make certain purchases
Question regarding charges. Condy asks Jones whether Secretary of War directed Hodgdon to purchase a horse to accommodate Colonel John McKee to Pittsburg. Also asks whether Secretary of War ordered …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Request for Blank Forms
Vance requests instructions and blank pay and receipt rolls following his appointment by General MacPherson to paymaster.
Samuel Vance Papers, M283.Request for Aid
Request for assistance offered to refugees of Canada and Nova Scotia. Cited patriotism and support for American cause against Great Britain in Revolution.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Request for Advice on Construction of Washington Navy Yard & Wharves There
Calls Humphreys' attention to the Navy Yard at Washington, where Navy agents are apparently awaiting Humphreys' input before beginning construction; also discusses the hiring of an individual who is …
Joshua Humphreys CorrespondenceRequest for accounting of monies
Simmons directs Francis to submit a current accounting of all monies in his hands.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Request for a felling axe, camp kettle to John Wilmer for use at the War Office
Letter directs delivery of axe and camp kettle for to John Wilmer for public use at the War Office.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndRequest Clothing Delivery and Receipts for Regiments in Windsor, Vermont
Request to deliver public clothing left in Windsor, VT, for the effort to raise 12 regiments. Leverett should take 2 receipts, one to return to Hodgdon and the other to the paymaster of the regiment, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request by John Nicholson for Anvil, Vise, and Flat Files
John Nicholson requests an anvil, vise, and flat files for work. The vise is in the public store and the anvil and flat files must be purchased.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request and Order for Issue of a Drum to the 2d Regiment of Artillerists & Engineers
Two documents: the first directs the issue of a drum and associated materials to the 2d Regiment of Artillerists & Engineers. The second seems to be the request for said drum; though labeled …
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Request & Order for Issue of Cannon Implements for Artillery Company
Directs issue of cannon implements for Capt. George Taylor's battery. Taylor's request, with listed items, is included.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Reprimand for Excessive Amount Paid
Simmons reprimands Leonard for paying a "most extravagant" price for hospital stores for Bedlow's Island, requested all pertinent documents be forwarded for thorough examination.
Abiel Leonard CollectionReprehensible Actions of U.S. Consul in Relation to Morocco
Reports on the case of Mr. Pintard, a U.S. consul to Madeira, who apparently continued trade with parts of Morocco after being informed that it would be viewed as an act of war by the Emperor of …
John Adams PapersReports Visit to Tellico; Reports Accounts
Reports visit to Tellico to deliver Cherokee annuities. Reports accounts and refers to estimates and papers which will come in the next post to prepare for questions from Judge Anderson and Mr. …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Reports Troops Ordered to Insurrection
Offers $500 for the faithful discharge of duties. Refers to correspondence and post. Announces that all troops ordered to the insurrection have left their first destinations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports Transition of Orders to Quartermaster General
Reports present and future orders to the Quartermaster General, who will provide transportation of articles and to whom to charge items. Requests inclusion of Quartermaster General in invoices.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports that McKee's Baggage has been Forwarded
Reports that McKee's luggage was forwarded in a wagon belonging to Andrew Mars. Is glad that the horse acts as expected.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports that Isaac Craig will Settle Accounts with Jacob Death
Reports that Major Craig is present and consents to the balance due from Jacob Death.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports that Isaac Craig Seeks Payment from Major Howell
Major Craig has delivered a note for Major Howell in York. Craig seeks payment.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Talks with Indians, Request to Hoist American Flag
Requests funds for April-June to pay the army. Reports business with Double Head and other chiefs regarding horse theft. He and Colonel Butler will hold Indian talks. The Indians have requested a U.S. …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Reports State of Tents
Reports 120 common tents remain in public store. 9 horseman's tents are damaged but may be repaired. 144 common tents are packed up, ready for delivery to the 6th regiment. 23 common tents need …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports State of Barracks at Carlisle with Possibility of Converting More Buildings
Finds barracks and other buildings erected for public stores at Carlisle can be fitted to house 3 regiments and their officers. Contiguous buildings could be fit into barracks for another regiment if …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Shipment of Clothing
Reports shipment of clothing to Gates with additional shipment of coats to Captain Stoddart. Asks Gates to provide appropriate conveyance to Stoddart as soon as possible. Assumes that both commands …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Recruitment Efforts, Rations in Delaware
Reports General Hamilton's recruiting activity, requesting contracts for the state of Delaware. Enumerates rations for recruits and means of paying contractors.
Catalogue MSS Collection, Stockton PapersReports Progress in Obtaining Returns for all Deliveries
Current system requires returns of all quartermaster clothing and Indian stores received, issued, expended, and forwarded to all garrisons, forts, arsenals, and public stores. Reports tardiness of …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Progress for Construction of Laboratory, Arsenal, Magazine in Philadelphia
Reports efforts of Mr. Annely to pay landlord John Taylor with stoppages from his wages, but the notes remained unpaid. Asks Mackey to make a payment plan with Annely. Reports that Taylor has acted …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
