David Ames
43 documents

Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
07/30/1798 LetterbookSimmons informs Ames that his vouchers were received.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Iron & Gun Stocks to be Transported on the Schooner "Weymouth"
04/14/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon informs Ames of the shipment of iron and gun stocks on board the schooner "Weymouth" that will arrive in Hartford via New York.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Disposal of Useless Gun Barrels, Ramrods, & Bayonets
08/08/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAmong other matters, Hodgdon instructs Ames to sell all useless gun barrels, ramrods, and bayonets, but if there is any possibility of public use they should be retained. Money earned from the sale of …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Clothing for the Apprentices
12/24/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon explains the process by which Ames is to procure clothing for his apprentices.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Bars of Iron & Gun Stocks to be Delivered
04/14/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon informs Ames of the shipment of bars of iron and gun stocks that is soon to be delivered via York to Hartford.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
10/14/1799 LetterbookIn order to settle a pending account, Simmons directs Ames to forward information regarding the authority under which a parcel of land was purchased.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Concerning the Springfield Armory
05/28/1799 Autograph Letter SignedInform the Superintendent of the Springfield Armory that the services of Mr. Orr are needed by the Treasury Secretary, asking him if Orr's absence would damage the daily functions of the armory.
James McHenry Papers
Settlement of Accounts
04/10/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyBalance due by Ames to United States. Simmons requested Ames make payments so as to settle accounts on the books of the Office.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Returned Account
07/07/1800 Author's Letterbook CopySettlements not considered conclusive.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Regarding contract dispute
12/22/1800 LetterbookDexter discusses a contract dispute pertaining to coal provided for use at Springfield Armory.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)
Regarding claim for an equivalent of rations
12/06/1800 LetterbookDexter discusses Ames' request to Colonel Williams.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)
Papers enroute to Washington
06/05/1800 Letterbook CopyCannot provide information requested until papers from office arrive at Washington.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Late Reply Regarding Accounts
07/02/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyHagner apologized for not responding sooner, the move of the Office from Philadelphia to Washington delayed his response. Ames' request for information on accounts could not be answered since the …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Acknowledgement of Letter Received
06/05/1800 Author's Letterbook CopySimmons acknowledged receipt of letter from Ames in lieu of account who was absent. Because all papers of War Dept. are packed and to be shipped to city of Washington, Ames must wait until the papers …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Memorandum for the Honorable Mr. Ames
Author's Letterbook CopyHowell requests that Capt. Bryant answer a number of questions regarding the pay of the men in the new commissions.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
