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Soldier's clothing and map of Tennessee
This letter informs Whelen that Samuel Hodgdon will provide military clothing. Also, the Secretary at War directs Whelen to contact Mr. Lewis about obtaining maps of Tennessee.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Social Matters & Praise of Minister
Accepts offer of dinner for himself and his wife; praises Liston's "wise and prudent conduct" as a minister, etc. References the Listons possibly returning to England.
John Adams PapersSkilled Labor Needed for Glass Manufacturing
Major Craig discusses the skilled labor needed for the manufacture of window glass and bottles with Samuel Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Six Troops of Light Dragoons
Hamilton indicates he will take steps to immediately comply with the President's orders to reduce twelve regiments, but inquires on any directives relative to the status of the six troops of Light …
James McHenry PapersSimmons Writing Wilkins Regarding the Settling of his Accounts After the Fire
Wilkins' letter of October 31st was received along with its accompanying accounts. Because they were below stairs and removed before the fire reached them, Simmons' papers were saved, whereas the …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Nicholas Fish Regarding a Sum to be Forwarded to James Byers, Jr.
Simmons informs Fish that the Treasurer of the United States is remitting Fish the sum of $1545.10, which is a balance due to James Byers, a contractor in Springfield, MA, for food supplies and for …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Morrison on the Accounts of the Late Purveyor
Simmons has received Harrison's letter of October 17th, which were bundled with the accounts of a late purveyor, which bore the same date. The vouchers also attached, as per Harrison's statement, …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Morrison About the Financial Malfeasance of Colonel John Edwards
Simmons remarks that no previous opportunity had arisen for the money Morrison had received from John Edwards to get passed on, and at present Simmons is requesting that Morrison now pay this amount …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Humphreys About the Standing of His Accounts and the Misuse of his Position
Simmons did not receive additional accounts he was expecting from Humphreys, and so simply carried out an examination of the accounts in his possession, which was for rations supplied to the troops at …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Hodgdon About the Delivery of a Statement Regarding Provisions Delivered to Mr. O'Hara
Simmons received Hodgdon's letter of November 8th which carried with it a statement of the provisions delivered to Mr. O'Hara by the Commissary General as per Simmons' request. Reference to War …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Hodgdon About Receipt of Hodgdon's Letters and the State of Affairs After the Fire
Simmons received Hodgdon's letters of both November 5th and October 20th. Hodgdon's letter which enclosed a certificate to Mr. Bradley was provided to Simmons by Bradley
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Henley About the Pay in Arrears for William Dugan
The papers relating to William Dugan appear to be in order and therefore a settlement for his back pay can be made. The balance of his pay up until November 4, 1791 was placed with Captain Guthrie. …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Dayton on Suspended Charges in Dayton's Account
Simmons received Dayton's letter of the 8th which has a sheet of explanations regarding suspended charges in his account, and is replying to deal with objections Dayton has. Simmons' response …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Dayton About the Examination of his Accounts in the Wake of the Fire at the War Department
Simmons received Whelen's letter of November 6th with packages of accounts. Simmons will have to spend a considerable amount of time organizing his papers, precluding an immediate reply. Simmons …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Creary on Monies for the Fortifications at New Port
Simmons writes Crary to inform him that the Treasurer of the United States will send him $5000 for the fortifications being erected in New Port, Rhode Island, and asks Crary to forward the requisite …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Colonel John Edwards on his Financial Malfeasance
Simmons' letter of June 11, 1799 stated the necessity of Edwards' paying the balance of public money remaining in his hands in agreement with a statement given to James Morrison by Simmons, and that …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Cass on the Topic of his Accounts and Remuneration
the accounts mentioned in Cass' letter of October 6th have been received from Lieutenant Wilson and the have been examined to the amount of $57.27. The amount will be paid at sight subject to Cass' …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Byers About the Sum Which Will be Forwarded to him by Nicholas Fish
Simmons informs Byers that his letter of October 7th, which enclosed his accounts and vouchers for rations delivered to the Armorer at Springfield for July, August and September of 1800, was received. …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writing Brem about the Examination of his Accounts and a Sum of $1018.50 Due Brem
Brem's account and vouchers for rations and for quartermaster and hospital supplies expenditures for the use of Captain Ross Bird's Recruits in Salisbury, North Carolina between February and May 1800 …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writes the Secretary of War About the Expenses of Doctor Humphreys
Doctor Humphreys has appeared before Simmons to request payment for his provision of medicines to the soldiers at Staunton, VA under the command of Captain Alexander Gibson between June 9th and …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writes The Secretary of War About Paying the Accountant of the Department
Simmons writes the Secretary of War to provide him the estimate of the required sum necessary to pay clerks and messenger, and the accountant of the War Department, for the coming year. The estimate …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writes The Secretary of War About Additional Pay Requested by Captain Isaac Guion
Captain Isaac Guion of the 3rd U.S. Regulars was called upon to act as Paymaster to the troops along the Mississippi. In this service he disbursed $63145.1. While no compensation was offered Captain …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writes the Comptroller Regarding Disallowed Charges on the Settlement of James O'Hara's Accounts
Simmons' letter (a response to Steele's of the 26th) contains an abstract of the charges disallowed on settlement of James O'Hara's accounts. Simmons informs Steele that O'Hara already acquiesced to …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Writes Swan About a Discrepancy in Accounts
Swan, as Clerk for the War Office, gave instructions for payment on December 2nd 1791. Simmons writes to Swan to inform him that after an examination these records were found to differ from Swan's …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
