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Land Warrant Assignment
Assignment pertaining to a land warrant right, of William Wade, late a soldier in Capt. Ceyles' company in the 2nd Pennsylvania regiment.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Land Warrant Agreement
Land warrant agreement of Dinah McEntire, wife of late soldier in the 3rd Pennsylvania regiment.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Lamp Kettle Mechanics
Knox is directed to immediately engage two or three mechanics who understand how to make lamp kettles and direct them to Pittsburgh to receive orders from Major [Isaac] Craig.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Lack of Money
Money owed workmen, uneasy situation due to lack of funds to pay for labor. Requests money.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Keeping the Horses Well
Smith announces that he has purchased the blades of five acres which when added to what he has at home will, with corn, keep Hodgdon's horses well. The stable will be satisfactory for the prime horses …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Joseph Sharp charged by Caleb Swan Paymaster to the Army with contempt of the Commanding General to be tried by Court Martial
John Wade Judge Advocate, informs Joseph Sharp that he has been charged by Caleb Swan, Paymaster to the Army, with contempt of the Commanding General and is to be tried by Court Martial in the West …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Items to Pittsburgh
The Secretary of War requests that Knox forward to Pittsburgh, to the order of Major Isaac Craig, a number of items, including bullet moulds, boxes, hooks, and nails.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Instructions Regarding Duties of the Paymaster of the Troops
Swan had just been appointed Paymaster of the Troops of the United States. Steel sends him a lengthy letter with instructions regarding the forms for keeping and tending the accounts of the office.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Instructions for Visit to Philadelphia and Report to Secretary of War
Refers to Indian affairs and raid on Indian chiefs. Speaks of Salander's arrival in Philadelphia and instructions to visit the Secretary of War to report the supply of horses, saddles, and bridles. …
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Instructions for Delivery of Packet
Requests prompt action and delivery of a packet.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Inspection of suits of clothing of contractors Billington and Young ordered for Captain Cass at Exeter, New Hampshire
Stagg reports that Captain Constant Freeman is so engaged that he cannot attend. Both the Secretary of War and Secretary of Treasury have no objection that William Knox inspect the 50 suits of …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Indian Attack on Fort Franklin, Etc.
Stewart has moved to Pittsburgh to establish a dry and wet goods business. He expects the fortifications to be finished by the end of March. He states that inhabitants of Pittsburgh would join with …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)In Support of Hodgdon
Colesworthy regrets he cannot do more to help Hodgdon but hopes that Congress will decide in his favor.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horses for the General
William Morton informs the Commissary of Military Stores that he has been fortunate enough to find all of the horses in time to forward them to meet the general to proceed with the others.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horse Furniture Purchased
The Secretary of War has received the estimate of horse furniture purchased by Hodgdon. He thinks it best that Hodgdon pay that amount out of the $35,000 that was transmitted by warrant the previous …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Hodgdon Needed in Philadelphia, Clothing for Captain Haskell
Craig insists that Hodgdon find someone to take charge of his business at Fort Washington so that no time is lost in returning by the quickest route to Pittsburgh.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Half-Pay for Mrs. Schwartz
Hughes acknowledges that he should have responded sooner but for too many letters to write and the fact that the post only tarried for two hours. Schwartz enlisted on 14 February and is willing for …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Greaton's Account
Due to being unwell and forgetful, Greaton is just now sending the receipt for the $500 Mr. Brown brought him. In examining his account, he finds that he has one month's pay more than he is being …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Goods for General Sargent
Daniel Sargent sends goods requested by his uncle, Winthrop Sargent (father of the general), on board the brig Swallow. Hodgdon is to forward the goods to General Sargent. Request of Sargent's …
First Congress: President's Message Transmitting Reports From the Secretary of War to the Senate [1A-E4] (RG46)Getting to the Battleground
Benham announces that he arrived at Fort Jefferson in the rain. The supplies are still about fifteen miles behind with a small escort. He believes that his route will be difficult until he gets to the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Furnish the Bearer
The Secretary of War directs Knox to furnish the bearer a load to Pittsburgh if he knows of no objection against it.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Fowls for Hodgdon & Wilkinson
Since it is disagreeable to walk Smith has taken the liberty of loaning Pricket's gray [horse] to Mr. Garned during his business at Fort Washington. Meanwhile he wants Garned to meet a messenger from …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Fourth of July Celebration
Knox is directed to furnish Col. Thomas Proctor for the celebration of the Fourth of July: 47 flannel cartridges for cannon, 188 pounds of powder, six portfires, and a portion of tubes.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forms & Directions
Secretary of the Treasury Wolcott transmits forms for keeping and rendering Howell's accounts together with six pages of detailed instructions which will hereafter be observed.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forgotten Payment
Sproat forgot to pay Hodgdon for housing. Offer to pay upon application for sum.
First Congress: President's Message Transmitting Reports From the Secretary of War to the Senate [1A-E4] (RG46)
