William Simmons
3741 documents
Estimate for the Ensuing Year
In order for McHenry to complete his estimate for the ensuing year he requires Simmons to furnish him with an estimate of the number of clerks needed in his office and their salaries, including …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Estimate by Thomas Holt of rents due to James Callaway
Holt forwards an estimate of rents due to James Callaway until the 30th of May, 1799 amounting to $185 to be paid to Mr Hodgdon.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Escaping the Fever in Philadelphia
War Department offices are relocating temporarily to Trenton due to the yellow fever in Philadelphia. The Quartermaster General has instructions for transportation.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Enclosed Accounts of John Chishum, [Chisholm] Returned, copies of receipts included
Henley returned accounts of Chisholm to support charges against United States for expenses in Indian country. Transportation of several Indian tribes to Philadelphia to visit President and to …
Settled Indian Accounts and Claims, 1794-1894. (RG217)Effort to Settle Accounts, Estimate Pay Due Military under Col. Butler
Encloses copies of books for Jan-March, with the intent to close account. Forwards pay estimates.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Discussion of Swords and Process to Proof Swords for Officers
Discussion of contract for swords, scabbards, and belts and process to proof swords. Plan to allow extra measures to outfit officers
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Officers
Refers to previous correspondence. Speaks of several recommended potential officers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Isaac Williams and Indian Agent Responsibilities
Requests additional salary for Isaac Williams for his work with the Indians of the Northwestern Territory. Discusses high requirements of Indian agents, requiring an oath of commitment.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Hugh McAlister & Issue of Citizens Entitled to Reward for Returning Deserters
Quotes a letter from General Hamilton, who agrees with McHenry that soldiers who apprehend deserters should be rewarded for doing so, as it would make them "zealous, and active in the search," and …
John Adams PapersDiscussion of Hugh McAlister & Deserter Bounty Issue, Requesting Additional Consultation & Explanation
Reviews the case of Hugh McAlister and the general practice for payments to those who apprehend deserters; points out that the regulation of this system depends on the construction of the governing …
John Adams PapersDiscussion of Hire of Contractors and Commissaries to Provide and Dispense Rations
Encloses letter from Lieut. Manning with his permission to repair works and garrisons and Lake Oswego. Discusses hiring of commissaries and contractors to dispense and provide rations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Fortification and Barracks Construction
Comments on progress of fortifications and barracks at Lofhes Heights. Requests a full account of supplies and materials for the Quartermaster General.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Claims of Elisah Hall with Commission to the Cherokees
Reports on Elisha Hall's report on expenses during his service with the Cherokees, and requests proper documentation from Hall. Seeks to distinguish between Hall's private business and public service, …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Accounts, Hospitals, Officer Barracks
Discusses contractor accounts. Mentions hospital and officer quarters. Requests investigation of purchase.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Accounts with Foster, General Robertson and Wolf's Friend
Encloses accounts for supplies for A. Foster, General Robertson, and Wolf's Friend, with questions about General Robertson's authority to authorize expenses. Encloses copy of letter from General …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Delivery of Money
Requests information on money supposedly sent by S. Lewis to Craig to be paid to Dr. H. Scott for medicine. Doubts miscarriage by Post Office.
James Robertson PapersDelinquent Accounts
Simmons is expected to urge all persons accountable on the books of his department to settle their accounts promptly. When balances are withheld improperly by officers, it is Simmons' duty to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Critique of Simmons Regarding Capt. Vance's Pay
The appointment of Capt. Vance and the duration of his office were wholly beyond Simmons' competency. Vance was appointed by special authority and was to be considered in office until his appointment …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Correction of irregularities in accounts
Miller apologizes for irregularities in accounts, submitted them at the request of General Wilkins. Also asks that his separate accounts be examined soon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)COPY: Unauthorized Military Actions
E. Telfair, governor of Georgia, used militia troops and materials for unauthorized offensive expedition into Creek Country on the pretext that he was protecting Georgia's frontier.
Congress; 1st Session to the 9th Congress, 1st Session to House of RepresentativesCopy of public books for month of October and a reference to Indian claims
Henley encloses copy of public books for month of October. Major Lewis, agent to Cherokees was at Knoxville to settle Indian claims, and those of the white people against the Indians. This has …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Copy of entries for month of August 1799
Henley encloses a copy of entries for month of August 1798 with explanations.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Continuation of Payments on Account for Treaty of Tellico; Accounts for Choctaw Agent Samuel Mitchell
Henley forwards continuation of abstract of payments made on account of Treaty at Tellico from June 25 to Ocotber 1, 1798. In the letter he details accounts and payments which he allowed and the …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Conducting Indians to & from Their Country
Prior wrote to Capt. Mills with whom he left his instructions from General Knox to conduct the Indians from Philadelphia and deliver presents to the families of those who died in that city. Included …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
