William Simmons
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Separate Duties of the Paymaster & the Accountant
The duties of the Paymaster General and the Accountant of the War Department are distinct from one another and nowhere does the law state that one can devolve his duties upon the other. Therfore, the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Sends Account Books; Refers to Major Lewis's Work with Cherokees
Encloses copies of books for August 1799. Intended to send other accounts, but Major Lewis demanded his attention as agent to the Cherokees. Lewis hopes to prevent Indians from becoming an expense to …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Seeks to Settle Public Accounts
Seeks to adjust public accounts, requests assistance from the military department. Requests early report of vouchers.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Seeks to Settle Officer Accounts
Writes regarding the settlement of officer accounts for expeditions. Requests report and any necessary information.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Seeks to Settle Accounts for Kentucky Volunteers
Encloses report to Quartermaster General. Requests sums needed to settle accounts. Asks for information about the Volunteers of Kentucky. Seeks strict justice for Captain Butler, requiring General …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Seeks Information about Jasper Parrish's Employment as Indian Interpreter
Reports discrepancy in dates of employment of Jasper Parrish as an Indian interpreter. Requests information from the Six Nations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Seeks Information about Double Posts in South Carolina
Expresses concern about officers drawing double rations in Charleston, SC. Seeks list of officers. Refers to transition of posts, but requests information on which posts are double posts.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Seeking assistance
Doctor Osborn is seeking Simmons' assistance; specifically, he is looking to receive back pay and forage. Simmons works as an accountant.
Samuel Osborn Papers, Misc. MSS. Coll., Mm8001407Samuel Vance, Paymaster
Description of Samuel Vance having been paymaster for a militia expedition; 3,201 dollar balance remains in his hands. They have already used some of that money for recruiting services. Notification …
Samuel Vance Papers, M283.Samuel Henley's Account
Mr. Samuel Henley's account as Conductor of Military Stores should be settled upon the principle of compensation that has been previously admitted. Henley cannot proceed to join the Army without his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Rewarding those who capture deserters
Discusses the subject brought up by General Hamilton on whether it would be wise for parties of soldiers (or individual soldiers) who apprehend a deserter to be rewarded. Also mentions a citizen's …
James McHenry PapersResponds to Letters about Military Services for George Lee Donaldson, 1792-93
Supports George Lee Davidson's claims to muster rolls given to Mr. Allison in Philadelphia. Discusses various receipts and encloses Davidson's muster rolls. Has examined Mr. Hollis's payments and …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Requests Speedy Resolution of Major Freeman's Accounts
Reports that Major Constant Freeman has had problems settling his account. Deems such inconsistent behavior improper. Requests that Freeman's expenses be adjusted for his activity in Georgia.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Report on Uniform for Jared Brooks, Cadet
Announces that Jared Brooks has been appointed cadet in regiment of artillerists and engineers. Requests report on uniform.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Report for Quartermaster Accounts
Is grateful for the prompt response to his previous letter and accounts. Requests report for Quartermaster accounts, as he wishes to settle with the Quartermaster General. Expresses fear of fever and …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests Information for Mr. Bullet to Pay Spies in Jefferson County
Refers to correspondence with Mr. Bullet regarding payment of spies in Jefferson County. Requests information and dates.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Information for Col. Ebenezer Stevens
Encloses extract of letter to Col. Ebenezer Stevens. Requests information.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Closed Balance for Captain John Chisholm, Paid to Colonel Gamble
Forwards John Chisolm's account with his own remarks. Requests balance be paid to Colonel Gamble of Richmond.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Requesting a statement of expenditures
McHenry asks Simmons to furnish him with a statement of the expenditures made under the Act of Congress for fortification of American ports as well as the Act which allowed the President to procure …
Andre DeCoppet Collection, C0063.Request to pay Joseph Bell in order to carry contract with James OHara
William Bell, agent for James O'Hara, request payment to Joseph Bell any money that may be wanted to carry contract with James O'Hara into effect.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Request for Ruling on Pay
Discussion, with exceprts from letters between McHenry and Hamilton, of whether to compensate members of the military who serve on courts martial as judge advocates, and if so what expenses to allow. …
James McHenry Papers.Request for Pay
Hutchinson claimed he wasn't paid for his service to the U.S. as a sergeant in the military. He is now requesting payment.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Request for Instructions
Vance is clearly frustrated by the lack of instruction he has received regarding the number of officers, etc. which are permitted on the muster rolls. He feels that is he is to perform his duties as …
Samuel Vance Papers, M283.Request for Blank Forms
Vance requests instructions and blank pay and receipt rolls following his appointment by General MacPherson to paymaster.
Samuel Vance Papers, M283.Reports Visit to Tellico; Reports Accounts
Reports visit to Tellico to deliver Cherokee annuities. Reports accounts and refers to estimates and papers which will come in the next post to prepare for questions from Judge Anderson and Mr. …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)
