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Absolute Need of a Block of Timber for the Mint
08/10/1796 LetterThe Director of the Mint has indicated that public business is delayed because the Mint is in need of a block of timber with dimensions that are not readily available. However, a block of timber has …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
A sergeant's claim for arrears of pay
06/03/1796 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorRequests that Lieutenant John McCleary send in his accounts and vouchers from the 2nd Sub Legion to facilitate the payment of a discharged sergeant's claim for arrears of pay.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
A Request for Horseman's Pistols, Etc.
08/22/1796 Autograph Letter SignedWhile discussing many other matters, Houdin notes that he has furnished Major Peters and Major Kersey with tents and other articles he is sure they will need as they proceed on their journey. He has …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
A receipt and a warrant
05/20/1796 Author's Letterbook CopySimmons sends a receipt of John Habersham, collector of customs at Savannah, for expenses and a warrant for the sum
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
A Letter Found in the Woods
08/29/1796 Autograph Letter SignedA letter was found near the trailhead of the road leading from Lynchburg to New London which had coincidentally been in the New London mail. In order to know whether the public has sustained any …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
A bill transmitted
02/01/1796 Autograph Letter SignedNotification to Simmons that he has transmitted a bill in the amount listed to Mr. Meredith
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
$2500 for the Troops of the Upper Posts of the Ohio
12/30/1796 Document SignedCraig acknowledges receipt of a post note of $2500 on account of the pay of the troops of the upper posts of the Ohio for which he accepts responsibility.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)
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07/15/1796 Autograph Letter SignedPay and forage of George Balfour given to Mrs. Balfour. Lengthy description of the mix up regarding pay drawn by Mrs. Balfour and pay needed by G. Balfour. G. Balfour advised Simmons on the mix up …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)- No image
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09/14/1796 Type UndeterminedNo available image.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859) 
[Copy of Instructions from the Sec. of War to Stephen Hillis Deputy Paymaster and Storekeeper in the State of Tennessee south of the Ohio]
08/13/1796 Copy of documentDivides various departments and describes respective duties.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
[Account].
10/10/1796 DocumentStatement from Lieut. Freeman enclosed.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
"Supply of Money" needed
03/19/1796 Author's Letterbook CopyDiscusses the necessity of a "supply of money" to cover advances to the Quartermaster and other departments and deficiencies in estimates. Discusses quarterly payment being made to a Mrs. Greaton on …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Wound of Robert Cosby
08/05/1797 Autograph Letter SignedClaiborne's certification of the wound of Robert Cosby received in action at Ninety Six, South Carolina.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)
Work Done in the Armourer's Shop at Springfield
01/01/1797 Copy of Signed DocumentReturn of work done in the Armourer's shop at Springfield, Massachusetts from November 1st 1796 to January 1st 1797.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Wm. Wusthoff
12/14/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons directs William Wusthoff to forward receipts for monies he disbursed as paymaster of the Allegheny County Militia.
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 Wm. Chambers
12/09/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons informs William Chambers to render his account to Colonel Heth for settlement.
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 William Winston
11/02/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons informs William Winston 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)
William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with William Taylor
11/30/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons informs William Taylor that his statement of expenses was received.
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 William Polk
12/21/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons informs William Polk that his claims have been rejected.
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 William Polk
11/02/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons forwards sundry letters to William Polk. Simmons asks Polk to furnish the necessary addresses.
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 William Heth
12/13/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons discusses the settlement of accounts that reflect retained rations with Colonel William Heth. Simmons also mentions compiling abstracts of delinquent accounts.
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 William Heth
11/17/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons confirms receipt of a letter from William Heth that contained vouchers from William Taylor and Edward Smith.
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 William Faulkner
11/02/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons informs William Faulkner 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)
William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with William Day
12/20/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons confirms receipt of pay rolls sent by William Day.
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 William Darke
11/09/1797 LetterbookWilliam Simmons asks William Darke to submit his vouchers by mail.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
