Timothy Pickering
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New London armory expenses
Informs the War Secretary of his observations regarding expense estimates for the armory at New London, Virginia.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Navigation of Lake Erie
Information provided by a British sailor on navigating Lake Erie.
Timothy Pickering PapersMy Knowledge of the Business, Etc.
In a largely illegible letter, Howell appears to be discussing sundry accounting concerns with Secretary of War Timothy Pickering.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Muster and Pay Rolls for August & September
Enclosed muster roll and receipts.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Muster & Receipt Rolls Enclosed
Enclosed is the muster roll for the month of October and the receipt rolls for the months of August and September.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Muster & Payroll of Trigg's Detachment
Enclosed is the muster and pay roll for Trigg's detachment.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Monthly Return
Tingley informs Pickering that his letter contains the return for the month of April as well as the Constructor's receipt for what items Tingley has issued to him since Tingley assumed his office.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Monies allocated for the artillery
Informs the Secretary at War that Nathan Gorham has not disbursed monies allocated for the mounting of artillery. Asks the Secretary if Gorham should be ordered to make the designated payment or …
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Money due Alexander Clay
William Simmons, accountant at the Treasury Department, certifies that the sum of $65.36 is due Alexander Clay for his bill of sundry expenditures of Captain John Hunkapot, his nephew and two Indians …
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Mischief Related to Construction at the Port of Charleston
Hamilton expresses concern about construction at the port of Charleston which has not been pursued according to the rules established by the President and the relevant Act of Congress and which may …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Measuring the size of the kentledge mold
Humphreys had not registered the size of the first mold for the kentledge; he went back to the stores and took their dimensions.
Silas Talbot Papers, 1767-1867. Collection 18.Manning the Post at Presqu' Isle
Governor Mifflin responds to Pickering's opposition to the post at Presque Isle by explaining how it could be adequately manned by state militia paid by the General Government.
William Irvine PapersMajor Craig discusses supply and logistics with Secretary Pickering
Major Craig informs Timothy Pickering, Secretary at War, of the logistical efforts involved in opening a garrison at Presque Isle.
Isaac Craig PapersMajor Craig discusses supply and logistics with Pickering
Major Craig acknowledges the receipt of correspondance intended for Colonel Miegs. Craig also mentions the enlistment of troops by Colonel Butler.
Isaac Craig PapersMajor Craig discusses supply and logistics with Pickering
Major Craig points out to Pickering the tremendous expenses involved in procuring, preserving, and distributing beef and pork among the outposts. Pasturage and slaughering expenses are incurred in …
Isaac Craig PapersMail Boat Routes
Discussed the distance of each mail boats route, consoled delivery man that appeals had been made to shorten route of No. 3. Suggested employing stout men in a canoe to take up deliveries on a forth …
James Robertson PapersLists Payments by Edward Carrington; Requests Advances
A letter and documents transmitted by Edward Carrington, agent for procuring supplies for the militia army, lists the sums paid by him to sundry officers with the expectation that it will govern …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Letter to the Secretary of War
Discussion with the Secretary of War over the vouchers of John Carson and the scouts on the frontiers of North Carolina.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Letter from the Reverend Samuel Kirkland to Colonel Timothy on New York Governor Clinton; land transactions of Peter Smith; Thonoghleyo and Big Beard and their service during the Battle of Saratoga for General Benedict Arnold
Kirkland writes from Oneida New York and reports that he is enclosing some extracts from New York Governor Clintons speech and letters to the Oneidas respecting their affairs and improvement of the …
Samuel Kirkland PapersLetter from Oliver Wolcott to Secretary of War with recommendations on how to handle finances between departments
Letter from Oliver Wolcott to Secretary of War, with recommendations on how to handle finances between departments. In particular, provides recommendations for the accountant of the War Department.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Letter from John Sergeant to Secretary of War Timothy Pickering on the claims of the Nimham Tribe, purchase of Oneida lands and setting out for New Stockbridge New York
From John Sergeant, missionary to the Stockbridge Indians, to Timothy Pickering Secretary of War. He discusses pamphlet of the Nimham tribe claiming lands in New York, which he cannot find. Asks who …
Samuel Kirkland PapersLetter from Captain Thomas Truxton to Secretary of War Timothy Pickering regarding progress of construction USS Constellation at Baltimore shipyard
Letter from Captain Thomas Truxtun, captain of USS Constellation overseeing construction, addressed to Timothy Pickering. Truxtun reports that Mr. King is well acquainted with work on constructing …
Charles Thomas Harbeck PapersLetter Describing Timber Types & Cuts for Frigate Construction & the Merits of Oak and Red Cedar
Letter, describes timber cuts regarding Frigate construction. There is difficulty in procuring the top timbers of red cedar. The top timbers and half timbers that form the sides of the ports should be …
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
