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Seeks Contract for Rations in Maryland
Has not yet made a contract for rations for Maryland troops. Two companies will be stationed at Fort McHenry and Frederick. Announces price per ration; asks if this is acceptable.
Letters Sent (General Correspondence) by the Secretary of War and Commissioner of Pensions, 1800-1866. (RG15)Secretary at War directs the conduct of Indian affairs with Chapin
Directed payment of annuity balance due the Sioux Nations and discussed Indian annuity.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionSecretary at War directs the conduct of Indian affairs with Chapin
Applauded Chapin for his endeavors to stop the proposed visit to the Indians.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionSecretary at War directs the conduct of Indian affairs with Chapin
Directs annuity distribution to Indians and the instruction of husbandry techniques to Indians. Discussed Treaty of Kanandaigua and mentioned Genesee Treaty between Seneca Nation and U.S.. Advised …
Henry O'Reilly CollectionSecond Quarter Return, Etc.
Enclosed is the return of alterations in military stores of the Quartermaster's stores for the second quarter of 1800. Included is a return of clothing in the depository of the garrison at West Point …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Seal for War Department
This letter informs Whelen that the Department Seal has been received. Whelen is also directed to complete the commissions.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Scarcity of Cash in Circulation, Etc.
Major Craig notes the slow down in operations to Samuel Hodgdon. Craig mentions that stores have not been arriving lately and merchants are complaining of scarcity of cash in circulation.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Scale of Transportation for Officers to Remote Posts
Tabulation of expenses required to transport officers' private stores to remote military posts.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Salaries of Clerks to Secretaries
The salaries of Chief Clerks to department Secretaries should be higher than those of any branch of a department. The nature of their business and the confidence in them justifies their higher …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Safe Arrival of Post Notes
$2000 and $700, both in post notes, on account of the Armory have safely arrived.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Saddler at Williamsport
Bill for saddle work done in Williamsport for General Wilkinson.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Sacrifice of Individual Feelings, Etc.
Williams has heard that false suggestions have been made that his conduct respecting the coal business was actuated by personal considerations rather than regard for the public interest. He hopes that …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Rumored Departure of Williams Simmons, Etc.
Major Craig requests the procurement of glazier's diamonds and relays the rumored departure of William Simmons from the War Department. Temperature is 91 degrees Fahrenheit.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Rules Regarding the Settlement of Accounts
Simmons cannot render or examine accounts of Miller per his request. Accounts Miller alluded to in previous letter to be settled and adjusted as authorized by laws of War Department.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Rules Regarding Payment of Women
Simmons assured Williams that it was proper for husbands to sign for their wives' paychecks for services performed at the armoury. Proper documentation must accompany the payment.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Rules Regarding Double Rations
After examination of accounts submitted by Swan, Simmons noted that double rations are only allowed to officers commanding separate posts. In the case of Brig. Gen. Wilkerson, when he ceased to be …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Rules Regarding Compensation of Officers
Secretary of War passed along letter and accounts of Bruff to Simmons. Simmons gave detailed description of the 2nd Article of the Regulations Respecting Extra Allowances to Officers. Simmons …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Rules on Double Rations
Enclosed letter addressed Secretary of War's opinion on uniform rules in allowing double rations and what to do when the request for double rations is questionable.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Room Hire and Fuel
Simmons did not take into account Henry's position as commandant when calculating quantum for room hire. Therefore sum owed to Henry which he would receive from Dexter, supervisor at Providence. No …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)River Is Closed with Ice
Major Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon that the river is closed with ice and all western shipments of stores are halted. He discusses accounts of Captain Vance and Mr. Clark.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Ripley's Salary Not Included, Etc.
The accounts of salary have been received and reexamined. No further sum than that allowed by appropriations has been made. The salary of Ripley is not included in either of the accounts.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
