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Apprehension Respecting Offensive Operations Against Indians
The militia has been called out for defensive operations in pursuit of Indians. However, there are apprehensions that said militia has been employed in offensive operations contrary to the intent of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Appointments by President
Recommendations for appointments to surgeon's mate discussed.
Benjamin Lincoln PapersAppointment of Josiah Fox as temporary assistant naval constructor of frigate at Norfolk
While Mr Morgan had been considered as constructor at Norfolk, he remains in Georgia overseeing the cutting of live oak. Therefore, Pickering appoints Fox as temporary assistant naval constructor at …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToAppointment as Commissioner in New York & St. Regis Indians Land Dispute
Writes that the governor of New York has requested that the President appoint a commissioner to resolve land disputes with the St. Regis [Iroquois] Indians. Asks Wadsworth to accept the office; …
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersAppointment as Clerk of the Navy Yard and Receipt of Pay
Gibbs wants to know from whom his cerification should come; he has accepted the position of clerk at the Boston Navy Yard and expects pay.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Appointment as Assistant Storekeeper at West Point
Sprigg is notified of his appointment as Assistant Storekeeper at West Point under the direction of the Commissary of Military Stores at that place at a salary of three hundred dollars per annum.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Appointment as & Duties of Temporary Naval Constructor at Norfolk
Letter, informs Fox re appointment as Temporary Constructor at Norfolk; describes duties of Naval Constructor.
Josiah Fox PapersAppearance in Court Compromised due to Treaty with Indians
Houdin is worried because General Schuyler has left to treat with the Indians and probably will not return in time to attend the court proceedings involving himself and Mr. Haringer.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Anthony Wayne's order for uniforms
List of clothing to be procured for surgeons, dragoons, and officers.
General CollectionAnswer to a Circular Letter from General Wayne
Letter in answer to Gen. Wayne by the Chippawas, Ottawas, Patawatamies, and the Sakies, addressed to the commander at the Fort in Miami. The Four Nations rejoiced after the French Traders opened the …
Anthony Wayne PapersAnswer Regarding Payment
Presidential consideration of letter from James Smiley yields opinion that scouts should be paid by paymaster. Mr. Howell's answer to Mr. Smiley was improper.
Harry Innes Papers, Mm81027201An Excessive Sum for the Jersey Militia
Hamilton warns that the current estimate of the sum required for the Jersey Militia exceeds what he believes is appropriate for that purpose. This creates two dangers: (1) that more money will be …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.An act to ascertain and fix the military establishment of the United States.
Enacted into law standing outfit of dragoons, engineers, and artillerists. Describes in detail the governance and organization of this section of the military.
Dreer CollectionAmount owed Colonel Thomas Wright and His Men
William Simmons certifies that $320.18 is due Colonel Thomas Wright and his Company of Militia, being for their services in seizing and detaining the sloop L'Amie Marguerette which was taken by the …
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Amount of My Account is In Hand
"Your letter of the 30th ultimo enclosing a post note for the amount of my account came safely to hand."
U.S. Custom House Providence, RI Records.Amount Due William Mackey, Attorney
Simmons certifies that $58.07 is due William Mackey attorney to the following discharged men: David Whetstone of Captain William Lewis's Company; John Currin, ditto; and Samuel Carr of Captain I. F. …
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Amount Due the State of Virginia to militia for protection of frontier
Simmons certifies that $8,622.84 is due Virginia for the pay and subsistence of the militia and scouts, their ammunition and expenses in the protection of her frontier, and the expenses related to the …
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Amount Due the Estate of Edward Hajion, musician
Simmons certifies that $32.00 is due the estate of the late Edward Hajion, being the balance of his pay as a musician in the troops under the command of Major Thomas Butler at Carlisle, payable to …
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Amount Due the Estate of Duncan Manson, for transporting a detachment of the United States Regiment
Simmons certifies that $104.01 is due the estate of Duncan Manson for transporting a detachment of the United States regiment commanded by Captain John Smith from Fredonca to St. Mary's in Georgia …
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Amount Due the Estate of Corporal Daniel Shay, late of Captain Jacob Slough's Company
Simmons certifies that $19.34 is due the estate of Daniel Shay, late a corporal of Captain Jacob Slough's Company, being the arrearages of his pay which sum is payable to John Mulony, attorney for …
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Amount Due Nathaniel Gorham, supervisor Maine
Simmons certifies that $88.20 is due Nathaniel Gorham, Supervisor Maine, being the amount paid by him for the passage of thirty seven officers and privates from Portland Maine to Boston Massachusetts.
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)
