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Whiskey and Sundry Items Arrived; Pack Horse Drivers Gone Forward
Reports on shipment of whiskey, barr iron, falling axes, scythes and notes that pack horse drivers engaged to serve with army have gone forward to Fort Washington.
James Robertson PapersWhereabouts of Funds Transmitted to John Matthews
There is great apprehension regarding the apparent loss of funds transmitted for the pay of the troops of Georgia and Freeman must conduct an investigation to ascertain the whereabouts of this large …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Whereabouts of Funds for the Troops of Georgia
The sum of $9,911 was transmitted to Constant Freeman for the pay of the troops of Georgia and much time has elapsed with no information as to its whereabouts, causing great anxiety in the …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Whereabouts of Funds for the Troops of Georgia
The sum of $9,911 was transmitted to John Matthews for the pay of the troops of Georgia but no information has been received as to whether it has reached the hands of the Supervisor.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Where is Major Butler's Receipt?
A warrant had been issued to Clymer for $575 to be remitted to Major Thomas Butler at Carlisle but since Butler's receipt has not been received, the sum is still charged to Clymer.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)When the Box Reaches Pittsburg
Howell wants to be informed when a box, containing sundry papers forwarded from Caleb Swan to the War Department, reaches Pittsburg.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Wheelin & Miller's Magazine at Frankfort
Tench Francis informs the Secretary of War that Wheelin and Miller will receive in their magazine at Frankfort, free of expense, the [illegible].
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)What Shall I Do With the Horses?
Mentges want to know what he should do with the horses that must be disposed of by the following day.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Wayne's Power to Prosecute the Campaign
Being so far from the seat of government, Knox is bestowing on Wayne complete power to prosecute the campaign in whatever manner he chooses. Two thousand volunteers from Kentucky will soon be joining …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Wayne's Campaign/Indian Affairs
Letter, encloses commission for unnamed Lieutenant; discusses the positive prospects for Wayne's campaign; discusses Indian affairs with the Six Nations.
Pennsylvania Collection 1629-1970.Wayne Address to Indians Regarding Peace Meeting
Wayne addressed all Nations North West of the Ohio River regarding peace: Wayne requested to meet deputies sent by the Indian tribes to discuss peace agreement which included protection of women and …
Anthony Wayne PapersWarrants for the Pay of Officers at Charleston
The Secretary of War has directed that remittances be provided for the compensation of: Paul Heyacinte Perrault, Jerome Merlbrie, Isidore Stauf, and Daniel DeSaussure, for which receipts are required.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Warrant for incidental expenses of ordnance department for post at New London in Virginia
Warrant for incidental expenses of ordnance department for post at New London in Virginia.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Warrant for Ensign Levy McLean
A warrant is issued in Clymer's favor for $200 to be remitted to Ensign Levy McLean at Lancaster for the use of the recruiting service.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)War with the Indians
[Partly illegible] O'Hara discusses a recent battle with the northwestern Indians and observes that the Indians, with all the force that they could possibly collect , were defeated so decisively that …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)War Office Salaries, October, November & December 1793
Document, receipt documenting salaries paid in the War Office.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Want of Camp Kettles, Etc.
The troops at Trenton suffer much inconvenience from the want of camp kettles so iron pots have been borrowed for immediate use.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Waiting for Mr. Hodgdon
Ames accepts his appointment as Superintendent of the Public Armory at Springfield. However, when he travelled to Springfield to receive his instructions from Samuel Hodgdon, Hodgdon was not there so …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Wagons for stores and ammunition
Clement Biddle has provided two wagons for stores and artillery ammunition. Another one for musket cartridges will follow shortly. Hodgdon is Commissary of Military Stores.
Samuel Hodgdon Papers, 1794Wagon for Baggage & Prisoners
Huntchins wants a wagon for the purpose of transporting baggage and the prisoners of a detachment of recruits to Spring Garden.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
