Joseph Howell
1132 documents
Settlement of My Rations, Etc.
The settlement of Bissell's rations can be sent by Captain [?] as it is much wanted.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Settle My Recruiting Accounts with Major Craig
Because of the difficulty of settling his recruiting accounts from Pittsburgh in the winter, Lyman suggests that it would be more convenient to settle with Major Craig, the acting paymaster at that …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Sergeant Dowland's Pay, Etc.
Sergeant Dowland, who has lately gotten a bad sore on one of his legs, requests that Howell send the remainder of his three-month's pay to Fleming. Other poor fellows, having earned their money, …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Sedam's Pay
Sedam asks Hodgdon to send on his pay with Major Kersey.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Safety of Money Transmitted
Freeman concerned over the safety of money transmitted to him. Freeman contacted the Supervisor in Savannah who was supposed to possess the sum, but learned nothing. Blamed irregular mail. Other …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Returns of My Recruiting Party, Etc.
Enclosed are the returns of the last weeks of Sparks' recruiting party.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Requested Receipts Enclosed
Notification that requested receipts from John Randall were enclosed.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request to be Discharged from Debts
Gorham requested to be discharged from debts and provided receipts and order from Capt. Lyman to support his request.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request of Secretary of War to Furnish Detailed Information on All Non-Commissioned Officers
Stagg wrote on behalf of the Sec. of War requesting a return of all the non-commissioned officers, musicians, and privates specifically for the month their service will expire. Also requested Howell …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Stoppages to Pay
Swan informed Hamtramck of his responsibility regarding monetary advances paid to officers. Hamtramck was unaware of his responsibility when he paid officers, and now requests a stoppage to their pay …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for payment to William Biddle
Request for payment to William Biddle from Thomas Lewis for pay as Captain 3d United States Sub Legion.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Request for Pay of Soldiers to Avoid Desertion
Enclosed muster roll for November, requested pay as troops are in much need of the money and Sedam believed they might desert if pay is not received. He cited the fact that the "laboring men" receive …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Pay of Soldiers
Sent along muster rolls, but uncertain if his method and format for submission were correct as Frye never received blank rolls or instructions on how to submit the documents for approval. Requested …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Money and Settlement of Accounts
John Heth encloses the contractors certificate to the War Department Accountant, along with a muster roll of recruits. Requests money and a settlement of accounts. Money is needed for taking …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for List of Claims for Services Provided by Negroes in Rhode Island
Request for list of all the claims depending for the service of Negroes in the late Rhode Island line of the army;
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Information on Receipt of Vouchers
Freeman anxious to know about receipt of vouchers for militia transmitted by Freeman. Recounts information in previous letter with enclosures.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Information on Promotion to Capt. and Closure of Accounts
Request for verdict on whether Tillinghast will be allowed Captain's pay from the date he was promoted to the present. Hopes his accounts will be closed as quickly as possible, can provide any …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Information on Pay of Militia in Public Service
Before Wolcott would give his opinion on subject mentioned in March 17th letter from Howell he needed more info on what monies were paid to States for militias. Other question respecting Act of …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Information on Guidelines for Travel
Request for information regarding rules for travel expenses. Galcho traveled often to obtain information as pay master and the distance between posts on the frontier was extensive and through savage …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Discharge from Debts
Gorham requested to be discharged from debts and provided receipts and order from Capt. Cornelius Lyman to support his request. .
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Check Carried by Col. Fish for Balance Due Muster Roll
Requested answer on mistake in pay rolls that Sedam discovered and previously reported to Howell, but did not receive a reply. Sedam believed that his original letter must have been misdirected or …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Back Pay
Houdin requests six month's back pay, at the rate of thirty dollars per month, as promised him by the Henry Knox as Secretary of War.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for assistance in resolution of pay matters
William Morton has had a long standing difficulty with Major Caleb Swan over receiving payments. Swan declined to receive monies from Morton. Requests that Howell call on Swan and instruct him to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Request for Advance in Payment
PRIVATE(Freeman received word from Capt. Roberts that a soldier and relation of Howell left the country and more information on his well being was unknown.) Freeman requested an advance of salary be …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
