John Jay
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Account of the Voyage to China
This is Shaw's account of his voyage to China and his encounters with the Chinese people, often contentious, after his arrival in that country.
Thomas Jefferson PapersLetter from the Commissioner of Army Accounts
Illegible letter from the Commissioner of Army Accounts and Paymaster General. Pierce was appointed by Congress for settling the pay accounts of the Revolutionary War Army.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Counterfeited certificates
Concerning John Phelon, the former confidential clerk in the Office of Army Accounts who allegedly stole certificate paper to counterfeit. Phelon has fled to Canada and so the propriety of going after …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Mistaken Information Regarding Indian Land Negotiations
Secretary Pickering discusses mistaken information about negotiations for Indian land with Governor John Jay of New York.
John Jay PapersCession of Indian Lands
Letter from the Secretary of War to the Governor of New York, discussion the cession of Indian land to the United States via treaty.
John Jay PapersCommissioners' allowance for treaties
Letter from the Secretary of War to the Governor of New York. Secretary Knox discusses the allowance paid commissioners for holding treaties with the Indians.
John Jay PapersAnswer to Question About Standard Payment for Indian Commissioners
Responding to Governor John Jay's inquiry about the allowance given to Indian commissioners, Pickering states that U.S. policy since 1790 has been $8 a day plus expenses, which he knows from personal …
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersEnclosed Copy of Ratification
Senate ratification of treaty between New York and the Seven Nations of Canada.
J. G. W. E. Kestner Autograph CollectionRequest for frigate cannon from War Office to Governor John Jay of New York
Iron for 24 pounder cannon for frigate United States found unfit. Request for loan of cannon procured by New York from foundry in Connecticut.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRegarding the loan of cannon from State of New York for use of frigate United States and matter of defense of New York harbor
The War Office relays President John Adams' intent to replace any cannon provided by the State of New York for naval service. Captain John Barry, commander frigate United States, has been sent to …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRegarding cannon from State of New York to be loaned for frigate United States
Captain John Barry will proceed to New York to examine cannon on loan from New York state for frigate United States.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToNotification of Inspection of New York Cannon Promised to United States
Informs Governor Jay that Captain John Barry, of the frigate United States, has been ordered to travel to New York to inspect the cannon Jay has offered to lend to the United States. Gives …
John Barry Collection.Further Defense of the State of New York
Adams acknowledges the $150,000 appropriated by the legislature of New York for the defense of the state and assures Governor Jay that he will cooperate with the understanding that his action will …
Alexander Hamilton PapersDiscussion of Officer Appointments, & Pardon
Letter, discusses appointment of officers to new companies and corps; asks for pardon for a young man convicted of forging a check.
John Jay PapersDefense of Ports and Hamilton's Role
Letter; mentions defense of ports and Hamilton's role; mentions volunteer companies and appointments to command.
John Jay PapersConsultation With Engineers
Since the survey of the port of New York has been completed, Hamilton recommends seeking advice from qualified engineers before proceeding with the fortification project.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
