Timothy Pickering
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Account of Joshua Humphreys, Constructor of the frigate building at Philadelphia
Simmons certifies that $833.33 is due Joshua Humphreys, Constructor of the frigate building at Philadelphia, being the balance of his compensation from May 1794 - Dec. 1795.
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Account of Henry Glen
Simmons certifies that $22 is due Henry Glen, being the amount of his account for storing shells and cannon balls in Schenectady from June through December 1795.
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Account of Claude Pourcheresse, Clerk of Ordinance and Military Stores at Springfield Massachusetts
Simmons certifies that $168.75 is due Claude Pourcheresse, Clerk of Ordinance and Military Stores at Springfield, being the balance due him from July-Dec. 1795 and for the transport of his baggage …
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, April 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Tenuous Situation of the Post at Detroit
Major Rivardi provides an assessment of the situation at Detroit with the British, Spanish, and Indians all vying for influence as the American forces attempt to hold their ground while isolated from …
Robert Oliver PapersSurgeon for the USS Constitution
Discusses the appointment of a surgeon for the USS Constitution, along with Mr. Oliver's recommendation of Mr. Yates for Aux Cayes.
James McHenry PapersSummary of intelligence gathered on a British post
Informs the Secretary of State of the erection of a British post on American lands; requests that the evacuation of the post by the British appear voluntary and not done through diplomatic means.
James McHenry PapersRegarding an insurrection involving Spanish troops
Updates Pickering on his fever and mentions an insurrection involving Spanish troops. McHenry hopes for the expulsion of the Spanish from posts in U.S. territory.
James McHenry PapersRecommendation of ambassador for French mission
Discusses mission to France, recommending Pinckney as ambassador. Discusses possible opposition in the House of Representatives.
James McHenry PapersNews from the American Minister to Portugal
Smith describes his experiences as Minister to Portugal with particular emphasis on the ceremony in which he was presented to the Prince.
Robert Oliver PapersEstimate of Arms and Armaments Costs
Estimate of the costs of cannons, shot, and other ordnance.
Register of Estimated Requirements for Military Supplies Kept by Samuel Hodgdon and William Irvine, Jan 1796-Feb 1805. (RG45)Discussion of Terms for Shipbuilding & Vessel Dimensions
Letter, encloses terms of shipbuilders; discusses terms of shipbuilders; discusses timber for vessels; mentions dimensions of vessels.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding PapersDiscussing General Wayne's search of a foreign national
Discusses General Anthony Wayne's search of a foreign national; recommends searching Powers's boat and papers because there is reason to believe that he has been engaged in practices "highly …
James McHenry PapersDirects the inspection of cannon for frigates
Informs Pickering of his instruction to DaCosta to examine the cannon for frigates.
James McHenry PapersConcerning a published letter in the newspaper
McHenry comments on a letter written by Pickering that found itself published in a newspaper. Also encloses a packet that he requests be sent to the President.
James McHenry PapersAdventures in Portugal
Smith relates to the Secretary of State his observations regarding Portugal and their contentious relations with other European powers, including Spain, France, and Holland.
Robert Oliver PapersAdventures En Route to Portugal
Smith relates his adventures on the way to Lisbon as well as the state of relations between Portual and its neighbors Spain and France.
Robert Oliver PapersResponse to Questions about Cash Advances for Officers
Responds to questions about cash allowances to officers, hoping to augment the potential service of the US army. Plans to submit names to heads of departments and the attorney general.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Request for Copy of Past Correspondence
Congenial letter requesting copy of previous correspondence due to illegible copy currently in the hands of Washington.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Naval & Maritime CollectionRelative Rank of Officers in the Provisional Army
Hamilton says that, if indispensable, he is willing to inhabit a lower rank than Knox but is not amenable to the same situation in relation to Pinckney. He is unwilling to occupy a lower rank to every …
Alexander Hamilton PapersQuestions submitted to the Secretaries of the Departments
McHenry lists thirteen of his letters to and from other cabinet officers, the President, and General Washington and then asks five questions regarding the commissions and relative rank of the three …
James McHenry PapersPutting the Algerian Fleet to Sea
Hodgdon asks Secretary of State Pickering about the state of readiness of the Algerian Fleet. He knows of one ship that is ready to sail but others are not. He is unsure as to who actually bears the …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Payment for services in Indian Department Abijah Hunt, Natchez
Request for payment of $389 to Abijah Hunt on account of Indian Department.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Notification of and Comments on French Raising of Embargo on American Ships
Forwards the U.S. Consul-General at Paris' letter informing of the French Directory's decision to raise the embargo on American ships. Comments on how this will affect American ships now detained in …
John Adams Papers
