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Instructions for the New Factor at Fort Wilkinson
McHenry's instructions to Wright, the new factor of the Indian Trading House near Fort Wilkinson on the Oconee River. It includes matters such as setting prices and accepting credit.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relative to Indian Tribes (Letters and Instructions to the Factors of the Indian Trading Houses From TheirInstructions for Storage of Received Shoes & Cartridge Boxes, and for Contracting Shoe Manufacturer
Directs that new cartouche boxes and shoes be stored. Authorizes Wadsworth to engage (contract) for the manufacture of additional pairs of shoes.
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersInstructions for Shipment of Clothing
Encloses list of quantity of clothing waiting for delivery. Because the store may be shut up in a day or two, it is necessary to get these shipments out as soon as possible. Instructions for clothing …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Instructions for Purchasing Orderly Books for 13th Regiment
Notifies Wadsworth that he has directed the Superintendent of Military Stores to provide Wadsworth with information on the type of orderly books to be procured for the equipping of the Thirteenth …
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersInstructions for Packing, Transporting, and Receiving Supplies
Henley has just received a much needed delivery, and sends Hodgdon some instructions for further loads. He would like notice in advance when shipments are coming. Reverend Bullen's travel to the …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Instructions for Orders and Returns
Refers to Brock's orders, which had not yet been issued from the War Department. Requests returns be sent to him for supplies for recruits. If received early, chances are the orders will go out …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Instructions for Jonathon Jackson for Fortifications in Boston
Encloses instructions for Jonathon Jackson as agent of fortifications in and around Boston and its harbor. Requests transmission of vouchers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Instructions for Inspection of New Swords, Scabbards, & Belts
Informs Wadsworth of arrangements to inspect an order of new swords, scabbards, and belts. Asks Wadsworth to act as middleman in communicating this to the contractors.
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersInstructions for Delivery of Stores; Questions Cost
Seeks to maintain a regular supply for the army in the East. Has forwarded list from the Storekeeper to be deposited with Hunt. Mr. Bass has items in store; he will return in the shallop and provide …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Instructions for Clothing for Recruits
Received invoice for clothing at Portsmouth. The accompanying statement will provide details of shipment and disbursement, presumably by Lieut. Hale to his recruits. Remaining stores should be placed …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Instructions for Account Adjustments
Seeks to adjust accounts as agent of the Quartermaster General. Waits for proper circumstances so Simmons can complete his responsibilities.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Inspection of Military Stores in Virginia
In 1791 Freeman was ordered by Secretary of War Knox to make an inspection of the ordnance and military stores of the United States in Virginia. The rent for the store in which the arms were deposited …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Inspection of Clothing
Having nearly completed the inspection of the clothing contracted for by Mr. Billington, Mr. Francis wants Steele and Ewing to inspect that previously sent for by the United States. The compensation …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Inspection of Castings for John J. Faesch; Rectify Accounts for Ebenezer Stevens
Plans to go to Elizabeth Town and New York city to inspect the castings of John J. Faesch. Requests extract of contract and any other documents for the examination. Received receipts for Ebenezer …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Inspecting the Company of Capt. Gates
Gibbs compliments the discipline and appearance of the men of Captain Gates' Company.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInquiry on the whereabouts of overdue articles shipped to Niagara
Rivardi acknowledges receipt of invoice of medicines. Although many boats have passed, he hears nothing yet of these articles. Has transmitted surplus of clothing. Discusses package lost, perhaps on …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Inquiry into Purchasing New Type of Saddle
Discusses the possible purchase of a supply of a new pattern of saddle.
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersInquiry into and Request for Issue of Musket Stocks to Musket Manufacturer
Directs issue of 1,000 musket stocks to the Treasury Dept., for use by a musket manufacture contractor.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Inquiry into and Request for Issue of Musket Stocks to Musket Manufacturer
Directs issue of 1,000 musket stocks to the Treasury Dept., for use by a musket manufacture contractor.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Inquires about Repair of Buildings on Cattle Island
Encloses extracts from Stephen Higginson about repairing buildings on Cattle Island.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToInquires about Powder Supply
Reports the possession of 3028 lbs. of powder in Detroit last January. Asks if this supply is sufficient or if more should be sent from Albany rather than Pittsburgh, where it cannot be spared.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Inquires about Number, Contents of Hogsheads Sent to Oswego, Niagara
Wants to know about the marks and number of hogsheads used for conveyance of clothing from Albany to northern posts of Oswego and Niagara. Wants to know if each hogshead contained a list of its …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Injury from Moths, Etc.
Enclosed is a statement of the public stores received since October 1797. Though there have been thirty different deliveries, Bray has made entries only in those cases where stores have been receipted …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
