David Henley
237 documents
Confirms receipt of request for office supplies
Confirms receipt of a letter sent by David Henley in Knoxville. Henley sent pay records and a request for office supplies to Simmons.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Compensation for James Gillispie
A receipt for David Henley, agent to the Department of War , for $22.50 for compensation allowed Gillispie who was wounded by Indians during his service under Lt. James Tedford.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Compensation for James Gillispie
A receipt for David Henley, agent to the Department of War , for $22.50 as compensation allowed Gillispie who was wounded by Indians during his service under Lt. James Tedford.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Account of Robert Hays
Robert Hays has been paid for services attending to Indians and for expenses traveling from Knoxville to Philadelphia. Henley is agent of the War Department in the Southwest Territory.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Liberal Allowance for the Militia
The militia have been advanced their pay and forage, having been given a very liberal allowance considering that they were not constantly employed. It will be proper for Henley to pay Colonel Hay …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Vouchers, estimates, and Indian curiosities
Notes receipt of vouchers. Notifies Henley that the money to cover his estimates will be forwarded as soon as available. Mentions receipt of a bag of "Indian curiosities" destined for a Mr. Dinsmoor.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Report on Loss of Contents of Boat, Prices of Goods
Overton reports that a boat containing goods was lost on the Mississippi River. Notes that some goods intended for the Chickasaws.
Registers of Warrants Drawn by the Secretary of War on the Treasurer, Oct 2, 1795-Dec 31, 1821. (RG217)Regarding Instructions for Cooperating with Stephen Hillis, New Tennessee Paymaster & Storekeeper
Attaches a copy of the instructions to Stephen Hillis, new paymaster & military storekeeper for Tennessee. Asks Henley to inventory all public stores which he has care of, and deliver said inventory …
John Adams PapersPay of Captain Rickard's recruits
Notification to Henley that he will receive money from Captain John Wade that he is to pay to Captain William Rickard at Tarborough, North Carolina for the pay of Rickard's recruits
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Pay Matters
Settlement of accounts. The claim of Major Farragut presented by Congressman Jackson. A deed for land at location of a barracks. Mentions Indians being advanced money at his office. Account of Captain …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Instructions to Army Officer Commanding in Tennessee, Relative to Relations to the Indians
Instructs the U.S. Army officer commanding in Tennessee in how to coordinate enforcement of the recent act to regulate trade and intercourse with the Indians with the new Indian agent for the region, …
John Adams PapersHenley's accounts with the War Department
Discusses payments made to "Chisolm and others" on account of the Indian Department, including payments made to interpreters. Requests documentation from Henley that he needs to complete the …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Extract of letter from Secretary of War to David Henley on claims and compensation for Indian damage
William Simmons addresses compensation for damage committed by Indians. He refers to the act to regulate trade and intercourse with Indian tribes and to preserve peace on the frontiers. Discusses …
Settled Indian Accounts and Claims, 1794-1894. (RG217)Extract of a Letter from the Secretary of War to David Henley
Notes protocol to be followed regarding compensation for injuries sustained due to interaction with Indians. Enclosed copy of act "to regulate trade and intercourse."
David Henley PapersDuplicate letter advising on proper settlement of Indian Department accounts
Duplicate letter including abstracts taken from the warrant books at the office of payments for Chisholm and other agents of Indian Department. Simmons questions some of the claims; disallows some, …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with David Henley
William Simmons informs David Henley that Lt. Peter Marks has been directed to submit his account for examination.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with David Henley
William Simmons forwards sundry letters to David Henley. Simmons asks Henley to furnish the necessary addresses.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Various pay matters that require attention and a request for more frequent reports
Discusses the settlement of an account, the abstract provisions and forage supplied to Captain Webb's troop of dragoons, the pay of Lieut. Wright, and the need for more frequent and detailed reports …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Urgent Request for Procurement of Compliance
Simmons enclosed a letter to Mr. Paul McDermot late of the Cavalry. Simmons requested Henley deliver the letter to McDermot and procure a compliance quickly.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Update on Warrants Issued
Simmons wrote Henley enclosing abstract from Warrants in Warrant Book. Warrrant No. 2307 issued in favor of Meeker Cochran in full for a bill of exchange drawn by Benjamin Hawkins. Other warrants …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Spies to the Indian Lands
McHenry directs Henley to send spies among the whites who have illegally settled on Indian lands. Also discusses Army affairs in Tennessee
Correspondence by AuthorRequest to deliver several letters
Simmons asks Henley to deliver a number of letters to different persons. If place of residence known, asks Henley to address the letters as well.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
