William Preston
22 documents
Regarding Recruiting, Supplies, Rations
Knox pleased to hear of Captain Preston's success in recruiting. Discusses supply of clothing to be shipped to Richmond and procurement of rations.
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionRegarding Letter from Captain William Preston
Knox acknowledges receipt of letter of 14 November and will reply by next post.
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionProcurement of equipment and route of travel
Because of the remoteness of Captain Preston's situation, SecretaryKnox forwards money for personal equipment, and one month's pay for the men. Equipment will be transported to Pittsburgh by Major …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionOrders from Secretary of War
Public service requires that recruits be assembled on frontier without delay. March under one of the subalterns all the men except for small recruiting party. March men to mouth of Great Henhawa …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionMarching orders to Point Pleasant
Secretary Knox orders Captain Preston to commence the march for Point Pleasant, at the mouth of Great Henhawa River. Route will begin at Green Briar Court House under escort of Captain Gibson's …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionAppointment of Wiliam Preston
Secretary Knox advises William Preston on the conditions of his appointment as captain, pending the approbation of the Senate at their next session. Also offers the names of his subalterns.
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionAppointment as Captain in United States Army
William Preston is appointed captain in United States Army vice William Lowther, who declines, pending Senate approval. Subalterns are Lieutenant Benjamin Lockwood and Ensign Stephen Trigg. Money for …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionApplication for vacancy in army
Secretary Knox informs William Preston that his application to fill one of the vacancies in the army has come too late. The vacancies of Captain Alexander Gibson and Captain Howell Lewis have already …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionOrders from Secretary of War
Secretary Knox orders Captain Preston to proceed to Point Pleasant, the mouth of the Great Henhawa River. He is to meet with Major General Anthony Wayne for further orders, then proceed with …
Preston Family PapersRecruiting Instructions for Captain William Preston of the 4th Sub Legion at Lynchburg Virginia
Preston is to commence recruiting at Lynchburg, Virginia. Contractor will be appointed to provide assistance. Discusses the standards for recruiting; the matter of integrity and candor; time of …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionWilliam Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Capt. Preston
William Simmons informs Captain William Preston that failure to settle his account with haste will result in placing his name among the delinquents.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Vouchers needed
Simmons requests vouchers required to settle Preston's account.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Regarding the transmittal of government rules and regulations respecting the recruiting service
Regarding the transmittal of government rules and regulations respecting the recruiting service. Encloses blank enlistment form.
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionPay of Captain Preston's troops
Notification that he will receive the money for the pay of his troops from the federal supervisor at Richmond, Virginia, Edward Carrington. Sends a receipt roll to account for the payments.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Packet of rolls
Cover letter for a packet of muster and pay rolls.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Capt. Preston
William Simmons informs Capt. Preston of the sum passed to his credit.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Capt. Preston
William Simmons informs Capt. Preston that his receipt rolls are received. Simmons encourages Preston to take immediate action to settle outstanding balances.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Request for Payment
Copy of account transmitted in previous letter. Account shows monies advanced to Preston from Caleb Swan previously omitted from records. As a result, Preston owed United States money, to be paid …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Copy of Account
Copy of current account enclosed. Balance due by Preston to United States. Simmons requested Preston pay sum to Treasurer in order to close account.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
