David Henley
237 documents
Indian Attack
Report of 25 Indians attacking Block House at mouth of Town Creek. Recounts defense of building against Indians and number of dead. Muster rolls enclosed.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Impending Revolution
Kind words from Henley appreciated. Noted mounting insurrection, and the possibility of a revolution. Request advice on muster rolls.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Governor Blount's Observations on the Rolls of Seven Officers
Blount sends Henley the muster rolls of seven officers, but he argues that the service of the named officers was so brief that paying them is not justified.
Post Revolutionary War Manuscripts, 1784-1811. (RG94) (M904)Forwarded Accounts
Notification that accounts of militia and regulars were sent to Samuel Jackson. Reiterated request for cash. Indian attacks mentioned.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Financial and business matters
Will write to Captain Mackay. Hopes Henley will recover from bad health. Not heard from Doctor Walton. Was tired of waiting on Mr. White. Request Mr Magill for suit against Henshaw. Discusses bond.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Enclosed Muster, Inspection, and Provisions Information
Supplies yet to arrive, lists required items, and action taken to acquire goods.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Delay in Posting due to Fear of Roads Being Watched
Has a number of muster rolls on hand, detained for want of conveyance. Indians have not done mischief last few days. Surmises may be due to bad weather. A few warm days will bring them out. …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Contracts for Rations and Supplies
Price and acquisition of rations and supplies for travel to Knoxville.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Acknowledgment of Receipt of Form for Future Receipt Rolls
Discusses muster rolls and pay procedures. Asks about his own pay. Discusses bills of exchange and scarcity of cash in Knoxville.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)[PRIVATE] Request for Instructions
Need guidance on how to file muster rolls. Additionally, mutineers now detained in irons, threatened the life of two men and gave goods to Indians.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with David Henley
William Simmons informs David Henley that he is accountable for the monies brought to him by Benajah Herbert.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Verifies Results of Accounts; Instructions from Sec. of War
After examining his accounts, his conduct will be governed by instructions from the Secretary of War.
Oliver Wolcott Papers, 1795-1797Settlement of Colonel Hays' account as muster master
Howell reports to Henley that he received Colonel Hays account as muster master. Allowance described by Simmons as very liberal considering that the militia not constantly employed.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Regarding payments made to Robert Hays
Informs David Henley of the payments made to Robert Hays.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Receipt of letter and request for blank rolls
The accountant of the War Department confirms that the correspondence has been safely delivered by Captain Chisholm. Discusses request for stationary, blank pay rolls, muster rolls and inspection …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Receipt of Charles Hicks
Pay in full for job as interpreter to Cherokee Indians.
General Information Index, 1794-1918. (RG94)Pay for Jesse Craft
Blount discusses Jesse Craft's application for pay for military service which Blount has transferred from the State to the War Office.
Post Revolutionary War Manuscripts, 1784-1811. (RG94) (M904)Inquiry into the Sale of Land
Requested inquiry into the pay of Mr. Donaldson who surveyed land for sale in Indian territory. Appointment of Mr.McKee as Indian Agent discussed, request for personal opinion on the man.
Edward E. Ayer CollectionHostilities 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, 1791-1817Extract from Secretary of Treasury to Henley: Policy on government supplies for Indians
Outlines regulations for supplies for Indians. Discusses requirement that purchases be made by contracts or through agents designated by Henley. Mentions that Governor of South Western Territory will …
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)DUPLICATE: Request for More Infomation on Repairs to be Completed
More detailed information requested on the specific types of repairs to be completed to public stores, barracks, etc.
David Henley Papers, 1791-1817
