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Forwarding Letters from the Southward
Williams is apprehensive respecting the round-about way the letters from the southward are sent to his post at Springfield. They are still sent by way of Boston and he fears that the directions of the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forwarding Gun Barrels on Account of the Armory
Williams has discussed the gun barrels with Mr. Ames. Ames requested 1500 to be forwarded which will come cheaper than if they were made at the factory but he declines drawing them on Williams in the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forwarding Draft of Letter
Encloses draft of a letter to Generals Shepherd and Parks, and Justin Ely, as well as the document to which the letter pertains.
John Adams PapersForwarding Correspondence for Review
Encloses correspondence relating to a Mr. Baldwin, a Senator. Asks Dexter to review the matter in question.
John Adams PapersForwarding Articles to the Springfield Armory
The Superintendent of the Armory has applied for two tons of rolled iron which Hodgdon should forward to the Springfield Armory. Williams always wants to know the quantity of articles forwarded to his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forwarding Arms & Camp Equipage
Enclosed is a return for arms and camp equipage that Cass was directed to order for a detachment of recruits at Pittsburgh by Major General Hamilton. They should be forwarded to Cass by one of the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forwarding accounts to Watson for settlement
Simmons is forwarding a series of accounts to Watson as these cannot be settled at Simmons' office.
Solomon Sibley PapersForwarded Mail
Glad to hear W. Price is with Craig, will forward chest if it is present. Requested Craig notify Turner that a package will be forwarded to him shortly. Mentioned that war was likely in Europe, …
James Robertson PapersForwarded Letters from Secretary of War
Simmons forwarded copies of letter from Secretary of War regarding allowances made or admitted to certain individuals. Simmons requested information on each particular case to maintain books and for …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Forwarded Letter
Simmons forwarded a letter from Lieut. Howard with an enclosed provision return given by him to the contractor at Reading. Provision return required explanation.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Forwarded Accounts from Pay Master General
Accounts improperly sent to Pay Master General forwarded to the Office. Accounts settled, money to be remit by Treasurer of United States.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Forwaded Letter Received
Simmons received letter from Carrington which was forwarded to him from chief clerk in City of Washington. Receipts were returned to Carrington after Simmons negotiated with the Treasurer.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Fortifications of ports and harbors
The Secretary at War informs Captain Taylor that all operations pertaining to the fortification of ports and harbors must be halted because appropriations have been exhausted.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Fortifications at Mud Island on Delaware River
Account of expenditures on account of fortifications at Mud Island on Delaware River has been examined and admitted to the books.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Fortification Expenditures for 1801
Samuel Dexter suggests a budget of 200,000 dollars for fortifications for 1801.
William Griswold Lane, #189Forms for Guiding Proper Statement of Accounts
Simmons enclosed forms to guide Annin in the proper method for stating account information for the armoury at Harper's Ferry, VA. List of forms enclosed.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Follow Up for Officer Recommendation
Adams comments further on a lawyer whom he had previously recommended be added to the list of proposed officer appointments.
John Adams PapersFive Rifles to Complete the Indian Annuities
Harris has asked for five rifles to complete Indian annuities.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Fire that Destroyed the War Department Building
Major Craig expresses regret to Samuel Hodgdon after receiving news of the fire that destroyed the War Department building and records. Craig anticipates much confusion from the loss.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Fire at War Department, Troops and Supplies to Western Posts
Discussed fire at War Department and the retirement of the Secretary of the Treasury. "Federal men and measures are the order of the day, the Demo[crats] gnash their teeth and melt away." Cannons …
James Robertson PapersFinding the Act of Assembly
Ingersol does not have the Act of Assembly but Mr. Chauncey likely has it. If he does have it, Ingersol will send it immediately,
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
