Collection
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Irregularities in the Handling of Mail
The Postmaster at Springfield tells Williams that letters are now distributed by the post office at Stratford agreeable to the intentions of the Postmaster General. Of course, those routed to Boston …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Irregularities in Mail Delivery
Williams continues to worry about irregularities in mail delivery. He believes they are the fault of the post office in Philadelphia that places letters in the wrong bundles and gives them wrong …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Irregular Condition of My Accounts
$1100 in post notes on account of the Armory have been received. The irregular condition of Williams' accounts will be attended to and remedied.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Iron not delivered and the search for other supplies
Letter, discusses replacement of contracted iron not delivered. Messr's Jolly disappointed Hodgdon in the rolled iron. Has directed Inspector of Arms Mr. Nicholson to look for procurement of an …
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndInvoice of annuity goods for Six Nations
John Harris endorses an invoice of goods for the Six Nations annuity which were delivered to the representative of the Quarter Master General's office, John Wilkins.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionInvoice for Iron Received, Receipt and Invoice Enclosed
Williams has received Stevens' letter of September 27 with the invoice for iron for the armory. He encloses an invoice and receipt.
Letters Sent (Letterbooks) by the Military Storekeeper and Paymaster, Springfield Armory, 1799-1859. (RG156)Investigation & Instructions in Matter of Inferior Saltpeter
Discussed inferior crude salt peter purchased; asked Whelen's opinion on whether it can be refined enough to be worthwhile.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Inventory of Powder
Discussed storage of private powder in a public magazine.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndInvalid pensioners from Virginia
War Secretary encloses list of invalid pensioners belonging to the State of Virginia, with the monthly allowances to each, to the Commissioner of Loans in Virginia.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Interim Purveyor; Accounting for Cloth for Making Uniforms
Informed Harris that the purveyor of military stores was ill, and that the interim purveyor should be respected accordingly. Directed issue of cloth to the interim purveyor, Jonathan Williams, who …
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Intercession for A Brother Convicted of Conduct Unbecoming an Officer
Simmons writes on behalf of his brother, a cavalry lieutenant who has been convicted by a court martial of some unspecified excess. Simmons believes that his brother has been unfairly targeted by …
John Adams PapersIntentions of Foreign Powers, Etc.
Answers to questions requiring knowledge of the intentions of foreign powers can only be guessed. If there is to be war, the exportation of offensive weapons should be forbidden. If there is peace the …
Sixth Congress: Petitions and Memorials to the Senate [6A-G2] (RG46) (M1706, Roll 4)Instructions to the Incoming Secretary of War
Instructions for McHenry's successor - Samuel Dexter - on important matters of the War Department, including: discharge of the Provisional Army, Indian policy, supply of clothing, trading houses on …
John Adams PapersInstructions to Private Armed Vessels
These are Marshall's instructions for the private armed vessels of the United States, especially respecting rules of engagement with French vessels.
Thomas Jefferson PapersInstructions for Submission of Separate Statements for Reimbursement
Account of General Hamilton for sundry expenses incurred by Graves required separate statements. Simmons included detailed instructions for submission of appropriate paperwork for reimbursement.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Instructions for Shipment of Shoes & Cartridge Boxes
Directions for the shipment of cartouche boxes and shoes.
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersInstructions for Payment, with details
Simmons gave instructions to Peyton on how to properly submit receipts for reimbursement.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Instructions for Indian Presents
Indian nations mentioned to receive annuities from the United States include Wyandots, Delawares, Ottawas, Chippewas, Miamis, Patawatomies, Shawanees, Creeks, Chickasaws, Cherokees, Eel River, Weeas, …
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Instructions for Account Submission, with details
Simmons gave detailed instructions on submitting accounts to the Office by a contractor.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Instructions Before Disposing of Refuse Articles
Williams has disposed of scrap iron and refuse of barrels and bayonets and authorized their sale to the credit of the United States after having them appraised. In the future he wants Hodgdon's …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
