Collection
42,880 items

Forwarded Letter
02/24/1796 LetterbookForwards a letter from Capt. Russell Bissell to Lt. Daniel Bissell in Middletown, Connecticut.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)
Forward the Balance of the Estimate
09/19/1796 Autograph Letter SignedHolt wants the balance of his estimate for May transmitted to him so that he can comply with his engagements.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Forward Music Clothing As Soon As Possible
08/31/1796 Autograph Letter SignedIn addition to transmitting a receipt for the clothing in accordance with the invoice, Miller requests that the music clothing be forwarded as soon as possible.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Forman Cheeseman's pay
12/14/1796 Author's Letterbook CopyNotification that he will receive his pay from Nicholas Fish, federal supervisor at New York
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Formal peace between Britain and France
1796 Copy of Signed DocumentDiscussion of peace between Britain and France and its impact on Detroit, American troops, and various goods.
James McHenry Papers
Form Letter: Set of Bills Drawn on the Sec. of War for Pay of Army
03/28/1796 Printed Document SignedPursuant of Simmons letter, Swan has drawn on the Secretary of War, warrant No. 13, to Thomas Hart & Son.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
Forged powers of attorney for soldiers' land grants
06/17/1796 Author's Letterbook CopyDiscusses forged powers of attorney presented at the War Department from soldiers John Young and William Smallwood claiming land as soldiers of the Maryland line. Mentions a man arrested for receiving …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)- No image
Forged Powers of Attorney
06/16/1796 Cited letter or documentCITATION only. Simmons to Biddle 06/17/1796. [Discusses forged powers of attorney presented at the War Department from soldiers John Young and William Smallwood claiming land as soldiers of the …
Citations 
Foreman Cheeseman's salary
04/05/1796 Author's Letterbook CopyNotifies Cheeseman, "constructor of the frigate building at New York," that Nicholas Fish will pay Cheeseman the money for his salary
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)- No image
Foreign Relations and Patriotism
12/16/1796 Printed DocumentDiscussed Indian relations, acquiring prisoners from Algiers, dispute with France, and relations with other foreign nations. Lauded Washington for his services to the U.S.
Printed Versions 
Foreign Affairs with France
08/29/1796 Autograph Letter SignedForeign ministers appointment, conspiracy related to treaty.
Autographs of American Presidents, Statesmen, and Generals.- No image
Forage Pay for Paymasters, Etc.
07/10/1796 Cited letter or documentCITATION only. Simmons to Swan 09/16/1796. [Discusses the position of General Wilkinson on forage pay for Sub-Legion paymasters and quartermasters, the settling of the accounts of the sub-legion …
Citations 
Following Prices are Fixed by the Secretary of War for a Stand of Arms
01/30/1796 Copy of documentDescribes and fixes prices for arms to be sold or reimbursement.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe And
Fleming's statement and vouchers examined
10/07/1796 Author's Letterbook CopyThe statement and vouchers of George Fleming for the payment of the Corps found to be correct and credit and accounts adjusted accordingly.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)- No image
Fleming's Embarassment, Etc.
05/20/1796 Cited letter or documentCITATION only. Fleming to Simmons, 06/04/1796. [The want of money for the payment of services proved to be a source of great embarrassment to Fleming. He requested immediate attention to the need for …
Citations 
Fleming's account and disbursing issues
10/12/1796 Author's Letterbook CopyDiscusses Fleming's account in regards to payment made to the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers. The Secretary of War to consider the matter of disbursing monies per an officer's requisition
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Fleming Accounts
12/31/1796 Author's Letterbook CopyAcknowledges receipt of accounts of contingent expenses which will be placed under examination.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Five Hundred Dollars for the Indian Department
12/01/1796 Autograph Document SignedLewis acknowledges receipt of a warrant for five hundred dollars on account of the Indian Department for which he accepts responsiblity.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)
Fish's account and pay of Lt. Willson's men
10/12/1796 Author's Letterbook CopyThree receipts credited to Fish's account. His pay for receiving and paying monies for the War Department. Funds for the pay of Lt. Willson and his men for September.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
First Report to the Senate; Expresses Concerns for National Navy
03/14/1796 Draft DocumentPersuades importance for a national navy, comparing the US to France and England. Deplores challenge of not being able to depend upon the current navy for protection.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Fireplaces and Square Bolts
07/05/1796 LetterbookPresumably from Joshua Humphreys. Enclosed is a draught of one of the small fireplaces used under the cistern for boiling the plank at the Philadelphia yard; a simple design. Iron bolts have square …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Finding My Brother Dead, Etc.
11/16/1796 Autograph Letter SignedAmong other matters, Langham notes that on his way to the western country at Cumberland he found a cache of public stores. They had been lodged there by return wagons from General Morgan's camp on the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Financial Updates
01/22/1796 Autograph Letter SignedLetters to be forwarded. Notification that Craig will draw against Hodgdon until he obtains necessary quantity of money owed him. Request for Seine twine at Presque Isle to be used in Lake Erie.
James Robertson Papers
Financial Information
02/01/1796 Autograph Letter SignedEnclosed general return of stores and abstract of expenditures, vouchers sent to Treasury under cover of packets addressed to Sec. of War.
James Robertson Papers
Financial Documents Mailed
08/19/1796 Autograph Letter SignedFour packets containing vouchers mailed today addressed to Secretary of War. List contents. Requests instructions on how to classify items in returns and what departments the item belong. Craig …
James Robertson Papers
