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Contract for Supplying War Department with Clothing for the Army
Copy of contract between Alexander Hamilton and William Young and George Dannacker, contractors, for supplying clothing to War Department for the Army. Describes procedures for inspection of quality. …
Rawle Papers, 3 Official Correspondence, Attorney for U.S. District of P.A., 1791-1800.Contract for Supplying Posts
E&W reference their contract with the secretary of the Treasury for supplies to several posts. Describes the supplies available, and the difficulty of transporting meat to the falls of Muskinghum,
Samuel Smith Papers, Mm 82040469Contract for Spear Blades
Contract, asks for spear blades for 95 cents each.
William Knox MiscellaneousContingent appointment to Colonel Hull
Secretary Knox makes a contingent offer to appoint Colonel Hull, a Brigadier. The decision of General Brooks to accept appointment will impact the offer made to Hull.
Interleaved Document in Washington Irving's Life of George Washington.Consternation at Reports of Enemy Activity Near Fort Hamilton
Discusses actions around Fort Hamilton -- Lt. Hartshorn left in command there, 3 men from the garrison captured by "the enemy" [presumably Indians], failed pursuit, etc. Defends his leaving a …
John M. Brown & Preston Brown Papers, #105.Confidential Letters Forwarded, Modification to Law on Assembly of Officers Addressed
Highly confidential letters from Wilkinson to be transmitted to Wayne. Proper methods for assembling officers discussed. Mr. James Seagrove made amicable agreement with Creek Indians.
Anthony Wayne PapersConfidence in Craig's Promotion of the Public Service
Expressed unwavering confidence in zeal of Craig in promoting the public service.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndConditions of U.S. Treaty with Six Nations
Formal invitation to Brandt to sit on General Council as Chief of Six Nations. Document explains the U.S. stance on hostile Indians, hopes Brandt will convey sentiments to Indians.
Northwest Territory PapersComptroller instructions for David Henley, agent in payment of troops
Henley, appointed paymaster of troops, receives instructions for keeping and rendering accounts in his office.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Complaints About Clothing & Pay Not Reaching Wayne's Legion
Knox responds to a complaint regarding stores of clothing that never reached the Legion. He assures Wayne that every precaution was taken to ensure that the clothing was delivered appropriately. …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Complaints about Captain Olivar
James Seagrove - Indian agent in the Southern Department - states that General McGillivray has removed himself from the Creek land, and that he has been replaced by an agent of the Spanish, Captain …
Henry Knox PapersCompensation for Losses Sustained During the War
In a Circular Letter, the Officers of the Massachusetts Line argue that they and their soldiers should be compensated for the losses they incurred during the war for independence.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCompensation
Compensation for additional service promised. Updates on forges and clothing.
James Robertson PapersCommission as Quartermaster General
Discussion of commission as quartermaster. Provides inistruction.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Commission as Adjutant General to Colonel Winthrop Sargent
Letter, encloses Adjutant General commission; discusses rank and commission. Appointment the rank of Lieutenant Colonel originally intended is left out; error shall be rectified at next meeting of …
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Comfortable Clothing for Abraham Springer
Howell is directed to procure from the tailor, Mr. Springer, some comfortable clothing, at a cost of fifteen to twenty dollars, for the bearer Abraham Springer who has arrears of pay due him as a …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
