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Certificate
Refers to Joseph Johnston's Power of Attorney, including a certificate identifying the claimant.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Ceremony for General Washington
Major Craig describes to Samuel Hodgdon the ceremony in Pittsburgh held to honor General Washington.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Case of Major Tousard
In one of his last actions as Secretary of War, McHenry makes the case of Major Lewis Tousard to the President of the United States. Tousard was late a part of the regiment of artillerists and …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Cartridges, Muskets, and Arms Chests at New Port
Musket cartridges are in the powder house at New Port and arms chests from Springfield are in a store provided for that purpose. Crary also has muskets in arms chests from the contractors who made …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Capturing of merchant vessels
Letter to the President of the United States regarding the belligerent capture of neutral merchant vessels, particularly by Great Britain. The letter addresses neutral vessels carrying enemy goods, …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Captain Rickard's petition
Dexter discusses the status of Captain Rickard's petition with Nathaniel Macon.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Captain Rickard's petition
Provides answer to note regarding Captain William Rickard's petition, referred by Nathaniel Macon. Rickard was dissatisfied with Simmons' rejection of charges.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Captain Merchant's suspicious arrival in Alexandria
Captain Merchant arrived in Alexandria under such suspicious circumstances as to warrant his confinement and that of his crew. Hodgdon wishes for Condy to go to Alexandria and accept the property on …
[Empty Placeholder Collection for Incomplete Collection Associations.]Captain Charles Hyde and his neglected accounts
This letter informs the Paymaster General that the Secretary at War will take severe measures against Captain Charles Hyde unless Hyde's accounts are exhibited immediately.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Captain Bowman's Rank
Communicates appointment authorized by the Secretary of War.
Andre DeCoppet Collection, C0063.Capt. Irvine in Charleston to recover from illness
General William Irvine answers a letter from William Simmons addressed to his son, Captain Irvine. Cannot offer any reasons why he has not furnished Simmons according to promise. Mentions that …
[Empty Placeholder Collection for Incomplete Collection Associations.]Capt. Hyde's Delinquent Account
Capt. Hyde assures Simmons that, despite the dreadful disease in his breast, he intends to settle his public accounts without a moment's delay. It is his intention to close this business quickly so …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Cannon powder to Secretary of Navy
This letter authorizes Samuel Hodgdon to send powder from Springfield Armory to the Navy on loan.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Cannon Powder
The cannon powder Higginson inquired about is available but can only be obtained by an order from the Secretary of the War or the Intendent of Stores.
Letters Sent (Letterbooks) by the Military Storekeeper and Paymaster, Springfield Armory, 1799-1859. (RG156)Cannon Belonging to the United States
Dexter wants a report of the number and kinds of cannon belonging to the Military Department of the United States.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Calls to Secretary of Treasury regarding transfer of funds
Secretary of Navy discusses transfers of funds with the Treasurer of the United States.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToBurglary of the Superintendent's Office
It appears that the office of the Superintendent of Arms at Springfield has been broken open and considerable depredations made on his papers. This burlary occurred six to eight weeks ago but recently …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Burbeck's Command of Districts in Georgia
Officers posted on the seaboard and frontier of Georgia are under the command of Lieut. Colonel Burbeck who is responsible for the returns of ordnance and military stores. The commanding officers of …
Orderly Book for the Garrison at Fort Johnston, N.C., 1795-1811. (RG98)Brother and legal heir of Winchester
Requires evidence to show that brother of Ethan Winchester, deceased, is the brother and legal heir, and that he died without children.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Brigadier General Macpherson's pay and entitlements on Northampton Expedition
Simmons discusses what he calls the extraordinary expenses of Brigadier General Macpherson, incurred for himself and his family and for guards or guests at tavern. He goes on to discuss what might be …
Muster Rolls of Volunteer Organizations: War With Northwest Indians, 1790-1795. (RG94)Bowles will Receive $70 from Edward Carrington for Rent of a Hospital
Edward Carrington will pay Bowles $70 upon Bowles providing the necessary receipts. The money is for rent of a hospital for the sick in Captain Eddin's company from November 1798 to October 1799 …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
