James O'Hara
92 documents

Lack of punctual settlements of accounts
02/09/1793 LetterbookSecretary Knox asks the Quartermaster General for more punctual settlement of accounts. Notes that nothing will excite more dissatisfaction and uneasiness than a protracted settlement. Mentions that …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
In the Case of No Peace Treaty; Forwarding of Money and Stores.
08/10/1793 Letterbook CopyLong time since hearing from O'Hara. Preparations made in case there is no peace treaty. Articles in estimate gone forward. Money remitted to Major Craig. Concludes that O'Hara will have drafts to …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Forwarding of warrant
04/20/1793 LetterbookSecretary of Treasury has issued his warrant in favor of O'Hara's agent for $40,000. He requests that O'Hara provide a minute accounting for his expenditures, which are beyond all estimates.
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Finances, shipments, and retaliation for St. Clair defeat
11/14/1793 Letterbook CopyDiscusses expenditures, drafts, requisitions, shipments of cargo on river, clothing forwarded. Hopes for retaliation for the slaughter of November 1791, [St. Clair defeat]. Mentions General Wayne's …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Disorderly process of drawing for money
02/16/1793 LetterbookSecretary Knox is upset that John Belli continues to draw money. This disorderly practice must be discontinued. The money must pass through O'Hara, the Quartermaster General.
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Delivery of Post Notes; Articles Wanting; Wabash Indians
05/10/1793 Autograph Letter SignedSend $5000 in post notes, part of $40,000 in requisition. Asks for articles wanting, so as to prioritize the shipments. Wabash Indians under Captain Prior, left Philadelphia for Pittsburg in two four …
James Robertson Papers
Delivery of clothing and payment of drafts
06/29/1793 LetterbookSince Hodgdon's embarkation, has not had a line from him. Reports on delivery of cavalry, infantry and artillery clothing. Packages have been marked to prevent confusion. Mentions payments; drafts …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Arrival of money and inquiry on mode of conveyance
03/23/1793 Autograph Letter SignedAsks for information on the safe arrival of money by post. Asks for opinion on the mode of conveyance, since southern mails have been lately robbed.
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Appoint Someone to Receive Spirits
06/29/1793 Letterbook CopySecretary Knox is informing Quartermaster General James O'Hara that he is enclosing an extract of a letter from the Secretary of the Treasury, as well as the orders for Major Craig. He is to appoint …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
All Possible Pains Taken to Execute Orders
08/12/1793 Letterbook CopyWriter has done his best to execute O'Hara's orders, despite O'Hara's apparent disappointment. New wagons and axes are on their way. Hodgdon has informed Craig that clothing and powder have been sent …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Whiskey Distribution
05/10/1794 Letterbook CopySecretary Knox would like Quartermaster General James O'Hara to address the issue of the receipt and delivery of whiskey, which some suggest is defective. He wants the quarter masters of Forts …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Sundry items on the road to Pittsburgh
04/03/1794 Autograph Letter SignedThe Commissary of Military Stores reports that one ton of sheet iron, 175 common tents, and one can stationary are on the road for Pittsburgh. O'Hara is Quartermaster General.
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Specie to be sent
05/23/1794 Letterbook CopyThe Commissary of Military Stores has applied for the $15,000 as instructed, but Secretary Hamilton has declined to give him more than one third in specie. The specie is on its way to Pittsburgh via …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
Prices of articles and request for money
03/04/1794 Letterbook CopyThe Commissary of Military Stores encloses prices fixed to several articles in indent. Has made requisition for $30,000. O'Hara is Quartermaster General.
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.- No image
Preparations for campaign by General Wayne
05/12/1794 Contemporary Copy of LetterThe Secretary of War advises the Quarter Master General to make immediate preparations for a vigorous campaign soon to be undertaken by General Wayne and 1500 mounted volunteers. An additional …
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Paying Employees & Buying Corn
03/14/1794 Autograph Letter SignedFor the purpose of paying artificers and pack horsemen, and buying corn, Belli has drawn on Hodgdon $5000 in favor of O. Ormsbey, which amount will be charged to Belli's account.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
General Bookkeeping
05/10/1794 Autograph Letter SignedGeneral accounting, supply information. Knox wants the system of delivering the whiskey to be examined; he thinks there is something defective in the arrangements at Forts Steuben, Washington, and …
James Robertson Papers
Forwarded Post Notes, French Independence
08/22/1794 Autograph Letter SignedAs promised, Hodgdon forwarded post notes. Expressed hopes that the package of notes will not be intercepted. European politics discussed.
James Robertson Papers
Draft from Majors John Belli and Isaac Craig
05/06/1794 Letterbook CopyThe Commissary of Military Stores as received another draft from Major John Belli for 1600 dollars. He also received drafts from Major Isaac Craig for 3174 dollars. Informs O'Hara, who is …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.- No image
Contractor killed by Indians
11/08/1794 Printed DocumentInforms James O'Hara, Quartermaster General of the U.S. Army, that Robert Elliot, one of the contractors, has been lately killed by hostile Indians, and that this might hinder the furnishing and …
Printed Versions 
William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with James O'Hara
06/05/1795 LetterbookWilliam Simmons returns the letters regarding estate of Colonel William Butler to the Quartermaster General, James O'Hara.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Status of Supplies
03/14/1795 Autograph Letter SignedIndian goods for peace treaty on hand in stores. Mentioned condition army uniforms and specific types of materials and supplies delivered to be forwarded to Major Craig.
James Wilkinson Papers- No image
Cited Document
06/02/1796 Cited letter or documentCITATION only. Wayne to Pickering, 06/07/1796.
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