Collection
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Improper Charge for Office Rent, Etc.
The Treasurer has remitted to Nicholas Fish, Supervisor of New York, a sum to be delivered to Vincernt for his compensation. There is no record of a Monsieur Morancy being appointed as an Assistant …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Impaired State of the Arms
Forwards a letter for Captain Suijdam.They state that the arms were in an impaired state when they received them.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Immediate Settlement of Our Dispute
Having received no response from Hodgdon, McLean & Van Emburgh must have immediate evidence that a settlement of their dispute is still important to him.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)I Wish Nothing Unjust, Etc.
Thompson has received the journal of his march from Winchester to Pittsburgh but has not yet had time to prepare his accounts but will transmit them soon with his muster roll. He expects to be …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)I Am Sorry I Did Not Receive My Rations
Although he has received his allowance for quarters, Nicholson expresses his disappointment that he did not receive his rations also. He will send his account to Howell with the expectation that …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)I am laboring under some disadvantages...
Houdin discusses the disadvantages that he is experiencing in settling his accounts and asks Simmons to convey this information to the Secretary of War.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Howitzers Cast & Delivered to John Bryant at Springfield
An account has been adjusted at the Treasury between the United States and James Byers, the contractor for casting howitzers. Byers has delivered to John Bryant, Keeper of Military Stores at …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Hostilities Between Chickasaws and Creeks
The interim Secretary of War faults the Chickasaws for the last conflict between the Chickasaw and Creeks. The U.S. will not support the Chickasaw. Transportation of supplies to be given to Chickasaws …
David Henley Papers, 1791-1817Hospital for Militia
Estimate to be obtained regarding services provided by Colonel Sproat. Hospital established to tend to sick militia. Governor Lee neglected to establish a method for defraying costs of hospital.
James Robertson PapersHorse, Saddle, and Bridle for Henry Abeel
Since Henry Abeel is returning to his own country, Pickering wants him decently equipped with a horse, saddle, and bridle. The horse should be one of the hardiest on hand and well shod. When the horse …
U.S. War Department PapersHorse Furnished During the Whiskey Rebellion
Evans asks Hodgdon about an account rendered by George Allen. This account concerns a horse furnished during the Whiskey Rebellion, and Evans asks if the horse has been paid for, assuming this is the …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Horse Equipments for the Georgia Mounted Militia
Simmons requires an accurate list of horse equipments that were shipped to the mounted militia of Georgia, including the prices for each so that he can make the proper deductions.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horatio Dayton's Receipts
Enclosed are Lieutenant Horation Dayton's receipts for the $83.01 remitted to him according to Simmons' instructions.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horatio Dayton's Receipts
Dunham transmits Lieutenant Horatio Dayton's receipts for the two hundred dollars remitted to him as directed by Howell.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horatio Dayton's Receipts
Following Howell's directions of January 9th, enclosed are the receipts of Lieutenant Horatio R. Dayton for $135.20 .
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Hodgdon sends invoice for goods to Chapin
Letter, Hodgdon encloses invoice of annuity goods for Six Nations to Chapin; discusses goods for Six Nations; directs assistance to bearer.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionHelp Wanted: Clerk to Assist
Tousard warns that an officer who is charged with recording the proceedings of the Council and conducting correspondence with Simmons would have little time to learn the duties of an Artillerist and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Hayes Account and Payment for People of Cumberland
Enclosed account of Robert Hayes. Difficulties for people of Cumberland obtaining payments and payment of Kerrs of Salisbury, NC noted.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Hauling of the Residue
The hauling of the residue may be postponed. Mr. Humphreys will take them to his shed at the ship yard and have them dressed by his hands on rainy days. If dressed, they have to be stored.
Timothy Pickering PapersHamilton's Financial Affairs
Hamilton asks Troup to be the executor of his will and then provides the details of his financial affairs. He laments the necessity of omitting his Scottish father from his will.
Alexander Hamilton PapersGuns and the Progress on the Gun Carriages
Enclosed in the letter is a return for ordnance and stores for June 1795. Bryant found a significant amount of extra gun parts in perfect condition. The gun carriages are nearly all complete and …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Gunpowder Stores
Stores, discusses stores of gunpowder and ammunition.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)
