David Henley
237 documents
Vouchers for services performed in the Indian Department
Acknowledges receipt of vouchers said to be for contingent expenses for services performed in the Indian Department.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Simmons Writing Henley About the Pay in Arrears for William Dugan
The papers relating to William Dugan appear to be in order and therefore a settlement for his back pay can be made. The balance of his pay up until November 4, 1791 was placed with Captain Guthrie. …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Requesting that Henley Forward Papers Relating to Johnson's Expedition
Simmons is notifying Henley that the militia of Johnson's expedition must be settled agreeably to the provisions of law, and thus requests that Henley forward to Simmons the muster and payrolls as …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Replying to Henley's November 12th Letter Regarding Extra Allowances Claimed by an Army Officer
Simmons is replying to a letter of Henley's, dated November 12th, the subject of which was extra allowances claimed by an army officer. Simmons states that it is expected that Henley restrict himself …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons Discussing Henley's Accounts
Simmons received Henley's letter of October 29th along with his waste book. He relates to Henley the situation regarding the fire in the War Department and states that it will take some time before …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Request to Forward Muster and Payrolls of Militia of Johnsons Expedition
Simmons requests that Henley forward muster, payrolls, other documents to establish claims in order to pay militia of Johnson's Expedition.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Request that Colonel Henley Forward Letter
Request to forward enclosed to Captain Lewis.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Request for stationary and greetings from Little Turkey and Bloodyfellow
Articles drawn from Secretary of War must be fixed at some rate. Requests prices to articles listed: quills, glass, putty, paper. Requests bill for brandy given. Requests writing paper. Little Turkey …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Request for Payroll and Muster Roll of mounted infantry under command of Cornet George L Davidson
Application made to Mr Claiborne of Congress regarding claims of detachment of mounted infantry under command of Cornet George Davidson. Simmons cannot find the original muster or payrolls. Asks …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Regulations Issued by Hamilton Enclosed
Simmons enclosed regulations issued and approved by General Hamilton. Lieut. Tharp of the cavalry received Warrant No. 5213 for his support of a detachment of Captain Balls troop of dragoons from …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Regulations for officer travel entitlements
Enclosed regulations issued and approved by General Hamilton for Henley's government in the settlement of accounts of officers for traveling expenses under Regulations of War Department.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Regarding draught on Secretary of War and receipt of money
Discusses draft on Secretary of War and receipt of money.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Recent War Department Fire and Simmons' Accounting Records
Simmons notes the unfortunate accident which occurred the past Saturday night in the house in which the War Office was held, having taken fire. It consumed many of the papers. Simmons notes that his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Received the Returns of Quartermasters Supplies
McHenry acknowledges receipt of letter covering returns of Quarter Masters' supplies issued for month of February.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Receipt of letter and forwarding of letter to Henleys son
Forwarded letter to Henley's son. Mr. Allison reports that son is better than he had been for many months before.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Questions on Service of Lieutenant Davidson's Detachment
Simmons questions the legality of services rendered by Lieutenant Davidson's detachment, requested the verification by Henley. Simmons asked for the original muster and pay roll to be sent to the …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Power of attorney of William Dugan, captured by Indians
Sparks encloses power of attorney of William Dugan, late a private in Captain Guthries' Company of Levies, who was taking by the Indians in November 1791, with an oath respecting the time of his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Payroll and Muster roll of Mounted Infantry under Command of Cornet George L Davidson
Simmons has examined his records and finds no evidence of payment made for the service of Lieutenant Davidson's detachment. Asks for the original muster and payroll be sent.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Pay in arrears of William Dugan
Simmons informs David Henley that documentation seems to be in order for William Dugan to receive the back-pay due him while an Indian captive, captured 4 November 1791. Arrears of pay 4 November 1791 …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Ownership of Negros
Request assistance in determining ownership of Negros who were taken prisoner after their master was killed and then owned by a Cherokee named White Man Killer. Pike will shortly leave for Natchez and …
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)On the Subject of Extra Allowances Claimed by Officers in the Army
Simmons notes that regarding extra allowances claimed by officers in Army, that it is expected in all payments that Henley confine himself within the laws or established regulations. Since there are …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
