William Simmons
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Cited in Elliot to Simmons, 01/01/1798. Elliott received information from Simmons regarding pay that was sent to Mr. Dexter at Providence, RI. Elliott went to see Dexter, no pay had arrived. Elliott …
Letters Sent (Letterbook) of Commissioner of the Revenue, Tench Coxe, Relating to War Department Procurement, Apr 14, 1794-Aug 26, 1796. (RG75) (M74)Late Receipts of John Knight Enclosed
Kilty encloses receipts from Lieutenant Knight; they were delayed because Knight had not come in to sign them.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Last Quarter's Pay & Rations
Nicholson requests his pay and rations for the previous quarter which will be due on March 31st.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Just Due for Michael LaFlache
Since there is no law authorizing money in lieu of rations for privates and non-commissioned officers, what method is there for Michael LaFlache to receive his just due following his discharge?
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Journey to Wilkes County to Pay Troops
Fauche and Randolf could not meet Freeman and therefore Freeman had to travel to Wilkes County to transmit pay for troops.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Joseph Webb's Claims
Joseph Webb, now in prison, claims that several vessels on the Charles were taken for government use and he never received anything for them or their charter. Wadswworth asks Simmons to send him …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)John P. Duvall's defense against charges of misappropriated funds
John P. Duvall entreats Simmons to defer any further proceedings against him until he has the opportunity to defend himself against charges that he misappropriated funds. He assures Simmons that he …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)John Chester Discusses Pay, Accounting, and Finance with William Simmons
Letter enclosing receipts of Captain Edward Miller Ensign S Parmele.
Letters Received by the Accountant of the War Department, Nov 24, 1794-Ded 23, 1817. (RG217)James Ore Demands to be Paid
Ore claims that the War Department agent in Tennessee, David Henley, refuses to pay him what he is due for his military service and asks Simmons to see that he is properly compensated.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)James O'Hara's Account
Simmons is requested to debit in the books of his office $361,239 from James O'Hara's account as contractor by making such entries for that purpose as the nature of the case may require.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Isaac Craig's Account
Enclosed are vouchers for disbursements made in the amount of $1520.48, which sum should be placed to Craig's credit.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Instructions for a War Department agent
Acknowledges receipt of Simmons' directions on how to keep and settle the accounts of the War Department and asks for instructions on how to request money from the department for paying government …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Inspecting the Troops
General Matthews has been ordered to inspect the recruits that have been enlisted by Lt. John Hancock at Kempsville, Virginia. Major William Alexander is ordered to muster and inspect the recruits …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Inquiry into Money Due Soldiers
Enclosed certificate of Ensign Allison, Commander of Fort Pickering for money due the Ensign. Pope also requested information on money due Sgt. Slaughter. Money should be forwarded to Col. …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Inlistements of Recruits from No. 99 to No. 75
Enclosed inlistments, including Richard Proctor No. 19 and Thomas Smith No. 20. Receipt rolls for bounty paid inclosed, request for credit to Tousard's account.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
