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Resignation from the Army
02/14/1793 Typed letterDue to age, fatigue, and ill health, General Putnam resigns from the army.
Printed Versions 
Requisitions for money and expenditures
04/13/1793 LetterbookThe Commissary of Military Stores writes the Quartermaster General regarding requisitions for money and expenditures. As a result of John Belli's mode of transactions, he expects an alteration in the …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Requests Use of Horse from Public Store for Dr. Strang
01/07/1793 Autograph Letter SignedSecretary of War requests delivery of horse from public store with saddle and bridle to Dr. Strang, who will be in town on public business.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Supplies, Advance for Indians; Reports Difficulties; Requests Opinion
02/01/1793 Autograph Document SignedO'Hara refers to providing for the Indians on their way to Philadelphia, settling with the artificers. Shall endeavor to have less payments made in account to the people employed in the department in …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Shipment of Articles for Recruits of John Breck in Elkton, Maryland
06/04/1793 Autograph Letter SignedThe Secretary of State requests shipment to Ensign John Breck items for cavalry recruits: dragoon coats, vests, valises, swords, belts, scabbards, knapsacks.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Settlement of Services for Indian Expenses
01/14/1793 Autograph Letter SignedWrites under the direction of Mr. Harrison, who seeks to transmit account and voucher for the expense of the Wabash Indian chief and advances of Ottana.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Return of Suit of Clothing for William Moffet, under Captain Thomas Lewis
01/16/1793 Autograph Letter SignedReturn for complete set of clothing for William Moffet, under Captain Thomas Lewis
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests portfires for the firings of this day
06/01/1793 Autograph Letter SignedColonel Proctor requests 12 port fires for the firings of this day.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Money; Refers to Distribution of Public Goods
02/24/1793 LetterbookRequests money. Refers to the Secretary of War and the distribution of public property and the military and ordnance stores. Requests that Mr. Belli be paid.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)
Requests Money to be Drawn for Isaac Craig
06/14/1793 Autograph Letter SignedRequests money to be drawn for Major Isaac Craig. Delineates the bills requested.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Loan of $6 to Pay Rent, to be Remitted from his Account
05/31/1793 Autograph Letter SignedApologizes for writing yet again. His landlord is in town, demanding payment, or he will lose his personal items. Requests a loan for $6, which can be deducted when his account is settled.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Delivery of horse, bridle, and saddle to McClary
01/05/1793 Autograph Letter SignedStagg conveys Secretary of War request for delivery of horse, bridle, and saddle to McClary.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Delivery of Clothing & Arms to Nicholas Hannah, Alexandra, Virginia
01/09/1793 Autograph Letter SignedThe Secretary of War requests that requested clothing, arms, and uniforms be sent to Nicholas Hannah in Alexandria, Virginia.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Delivery of Arms, Accoutrements, and Ammunition to Edward Carrington for William Preston's Recruits
01/22/1793 Autograph Letter SignedThe Secretary of War requests that arms, accoutrements, and ammunition be sent to Col. Edward Carrington in Richmond for the recruits of Captain William Preston. Carrington will provide transportation …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Communication and Collaboration with General Knox
01/12/1793 Autograph Letter SignedRequests that Hodgdon confer with General Knox, with whom he has written requesting some sort of aid on behalf of General Lincoln.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Clothing, Swords, Belts for Captain Pratt
01/09/1793 Autograph Letter SignedRequest to deliver to Captain Pratt complete suits for sergeants, corporals, and privates. Also requests sergeants' swords and belts, and to exchange one sword and one drum. Asks that they be properly …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Clothing to be Sent to Georgia
06/14/1793 Autograph Letter SignedRequests immediate delivery of clothing for troops in Georgia under the command of Major Henry Gaither. Lists forts and numbers needed. Requests 3 pairs of linen and one pair of woolen overalls for …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Clothing to be Delivered to Captain Bezaleel Howe
02/04/1793 Autograph Letter SignedJohn Stagg requests to give to Captain Bezaleel Howe of infantry: two coats for musicians; twelve vests; fifteen blankets; twelve stocks and clasps.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Clothing for Cornelius Sedam
01/09/1793 Autograph Letter SignedRequests delivery of complete infantry suits of clothing for sergeants, corporals, and privates, except for shoes for Captain Cornelius Sedam in New Brunswick. Also needs woolen overalls, sergeants' …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Clothing
12/11/1793 Autograph Letter SignedReports new recruits without clothing. Had sent a return of clothing in August, during the fever season, and has not received a response. Has not heard from the Secretary of War about his request. …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Capable Assistant for Dr. Strang to Deliver Pay Money
01/17/1793 Autograph Letter SignedThe Secretary of War requests a man of integrity and confidence to accompany Dr. Strang to Pittsburgh. Strang bears a considerable amount of money to pay the army. Requests someone completely mounted …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Bills Drawn to John Belli
02/02/1793 Autograph Letter SignedThe Secretary of War requests action on bills drawn by John Belli. Requests that amounts be sent to apply for money from the Treasury Department.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requests Arms to be Sent to Georgia
05/30/1793 Autograph Letter SignedRequests muskets and bayonets. These arms should be good but not of the best sort. Also requests musket powder and lead.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
Requesting Prices of Indian Goods and Transportation from Philadelphia to Pittsburg
07/10/1793 Copy of documentCommissioners for Sandusky Conference request price of all Indian goods and cost of transportation from Philadelphia to Pittsburg.
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3d
Requesting Orders to General Wayne to Abstain from Hostilities
07/10/1793 Copy of documentIn this letter the Federal Commissioners for Sandusky Conference request that President Washington issue fresh orders to Major General Anthony Wayned to abstain from hostilites and to remain quietly …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3d
