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Woolsey not entitled
Mr. Woolsey found not entitled to the years' pay mentioned in Bailey's letter. He must produce evidence to support his claim before it can be transmitted.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Widow applying for pension
The author is verifying the Army service of James Wilson whose widow is applying for government benefits.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Whether John Christman was of a Pennsylvania Company
Asks that Howell examine rolls of German Regiment and see if John Christman was of one of the Pennsylvania Companies.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Vouchers of Colonel White
Letter from the Commissioner of Army Accounts to Col. Walton White regarding his vouchers.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Vouchers for money received
The letter from the recipient covering the vouchers for money received for rations for the 5th Regiment was received and enabled the author to make a final settlement of his account which includes a …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Vouchers for blankets, arms, and recruiting
Informs General Patterson that he has allowed a request to the pay of every voucher for blankets, arms, clothing, and recruiting that the General has produced.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Virginia State Officers
Writes Andrew Dunscomb that he is of the opinion that the State of Virginia has not obliged the officers to account for all the old monies received by them by the United States.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Various Account Issues
Discusses various account issues with Charles Harrison for his service during the Revolutionary War.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Update on Troop Movement
Major North marching with two companies, believed to be at Fort Pitt after traveling from Philadelphia. Colonel Harmar to decide on command.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersUnsettled account
Document concerning the unsettled account of Israel Shreve, of the late New Jersey line. There are not enough vouchers to account for all the monies charged to him.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Unable to comply with request
Informs Col. Oswald that it out of Pierce's power to comply with his wishes until given direction by Congress. Mentions a "newspaper controversy" that makes the situation particularly disagreeable.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Treaty of Peace, Amity, and Commerce
Articles of a treaty between the State of Georgia and the "Kings, Head Men, and Warriors" of the Creek Nation. Terms include retribution for the murder of some white settlers, return of property by …
#759 William Bacon Stevens PapersTreasury and Pay Office Affairs
The author apologizes for having allowed the recipient's letter of November 11 to be temporarily lost in the mass of paper in his office. Regarding the depreciation of the pay of officers who were …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Transport of Ammunition and Disposition of Stores
Discusses the transportation of cannon shells to West Point and the disposition of certain military stores. Will take immediate action to collect and deposit. Proposes that durable military supplies …
Oliver Wolcott Sr. PapersTalk of Old Tassel with Governor of Georgia
Talk of the Cherokee Chief "Old Tossell" (Old Tassel) to the Governor of Georgia asking that he keep John Sevier and his "bad men" from raiding the Cherokee towns. Fear of disturbance from white …
#71- Joseph Bevan PapersSuspicions Surrounding an Official
Letter from the Commissioner of Army Accounts concerning a particular official and suspicions surrounding him.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Suspicions surrounding an official
Letter from the Commissioner of Army Accounts regarding suspicions surrounding a particular official; mentions working with the Attorney General.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Suspicion of Revolt May Stop Officer's Pay
Pierce cannot comply with an officer's request for pay as the officer is under suspicion of being involved in the mutiny of the Pennsylvania Continental Regiments in the Revolutionary War and Congress …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Sums due North Carolina Line
Refers to sums due North Carolina Line. Is having difficulty procuring subsistence due officers, non-commissioned officers and privates.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Sum of funds in the office
Reports the sum amount in his possession to the Board of Treasury, totaling over half a million dollars. Pierce divides the sum up between continental dollars and paper money from Virginia, South …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Sullivan's claim for pay and commutation
Mr. John Sullivan's claim for pay and commutation has been referred to Congress, which has thrown the question out of Pierce's cognizance. Should therefore apply to Congress.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
