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Discharge of Joseph Kneeland
McHenry encloses the letter from James Steel in which he seeks the discharge of Joseph Kneeland.
Alexander Hamilton PapersDisbursing Money to Procure Quarters, Transportation, Etc. for Recruits
Hamilton discusses the complications involved in the disbursement of money for the procurement of quarters, transportation, and other essentials for the recruits.
Alexander Hamilton PapersDisability Payment for Nathan Rawlings
Secretary McHenry authorizes Nathan Rawlings, captain of a company of Kentucky volunteers under the command of Major General Charles Scott, to receive disability pay ($10 per month until no longer …
Northwest Territory Collection, M367Directions for Artillerists from Fort Jay to New Town
Outlines directions for artillerist company at Fort Jay to meet Lieut. Boots's company at Brunswick and go to New Town, Bucks County.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Direction to settle and pay accounts for office furniture
McHenry requests that Quarter Master General settle and pay accounts of chairs, desks, tables, stools, carpets furnished for office of Caleb Swan, paymaster general.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Direction to purchase iron for manufacture of muskets at Springfield Armory
Mr. Francis has been directed to purchase and deposit to Harris 1500 weight of best iron for upper barrels for muskets to be rolled for the use of the armory at Springfield. Deliver to Samuel Hodgdon.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Direction of Garrison Commands
Discussion of garrison commanders, particularly Fort Michilimackinac. Refers to command of the President. Is grateful for the presidential nominations and commissions of artillerists and engineers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Directing officers to report to General Hamilton
Orders that all officers of the Provisional Army report to Major General Hamilton within four months of the date of this notification.
James McHenry PapersDetails Surrounding Construction & Naming of Fort [Pickering] at Salem
Acknowledges receipt by the Salem Board of Selectmen of federal money for the strengthening of fortifications at Salem, Massachusetts; discusses details of the construction of the works. Also …
John Adams PapersDetails on Indian Annuities
Ottawas, Chippewas, and Pottawatomies request that instead of farm tools, dry goods (articles of clothing), be sent as their annuities because iron tools could not be distributed evenly among the …
Edward E. Ayer CollectionDetailed Discussion on the Fabrication of Various Kinds of Clothing, Etc.
Bruff complains that the articles forwarded to his company are less than those listed on the invoice and he goes into much detail on the articles he still needs. The tailor who makes the cloth is …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Desires to Send Powder from Albany to West Point; Seeks Information about Storage Capabilities
The Secretary of War is thinking about removing powder from Albany to West Point. Questions if there is suitable room and place to store about 28-30 tons in addition to what is already there, or if …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Desires to Rectify Accounts for Arms
Refers to previous accounts of muskets, cases, gunworms, and proving wires received from James & Ebenezer Watson. Expresses concern that one record does not match up the other; anxious to rectify …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Designated Rendezvouses for the Distribution of Clothing & Equipage
Hamilton designates a location within each northeastern state that will serve as the regimental rendezvous for the purpose of distributing clothing and equipage.
Alexander Hamilton PapersDescription of Potential Cartouche Boxes, Prices
Cartouche boxes similar in quality to those made in London can be found in Philadelphia. Lists prices with additional features such as different types of belts. While expensive, they create a stunning …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Description of Pistol; Seeks Recommendation for Saddlery Contractor
Includes description of pistol. Seeks recommendation for a contract for saddlery in New London.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Description of Payroll Discrepancy
Vance asks why his official pay period starts after the date he considers his appointment. He explains the discrepancy between the muster rolls and actual enlistment.
Samuel Vance Papers, M283.Describes Quarto Books for Army
The Secretary of War requests information about the army's orderly books, made out of quarto foolscap paper, bound with leather on the corners and marble paper on the boards.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Depostions of John Mackey and Robert Whittel
John Mackey makes an oath on the holy Evangelist that he never has had, or intends to have, a partnership with the Commissary in the supply of provisions. Under oath, Robert Whittel affirms same. …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
