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Weyman's Army Experiences
Weyman describes in detail the events that led to his decision to leave his situation under Capt. Thomas Lewis although he stresses that he finds nothing wanting in Capt. Lewis.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)We Are Greatly in Want of Money
Although the Cliffords have received a draft drawn on Hodgdon by John Wilkins, they do not know where Hodgdon's office is. They want to know what they should do to negotiate this draft since they are …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Watch Coats & Blankets Received in Good Order
Burbeck has received the letter enclosing the invoice of 25 watch coats and 90 three-point blankets. The hogsheads containing them have arrived so the whole has been received in good order.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Warrant Lands
Turner has written to the surveyors on the subject of the warrant lands so he hopes to provide some information on the subject to Simmons soon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Warrant for Unknown Author
The unknown author requests a warrant for one thousand dollars that will enable him to discharge sundry bills drawn on him by Capt. Beatty, Paymaster of the United States.
Post Revolutionary War Manuscripts, 1784-1811. (RG94) (M904)Warrant for Payment of People in Philadelphia
Describes arrangement for the payment of warrant which will pay people in Philadelphia.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)War Office orders for the pilot charged with delivery of dispatches for the Ship of War Ganges
Beginning of Quasi War with France. Orders for pilot boat [presumably Garrett Holsteincamp] to seek Warship Ganges commanded by Captain Richard Dale in order to deliver dispatches. If Ganges cannot be …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToWant of clothing at Fort Wolcott
The commanding officer at Fort Wolcott, William Littlefield, complains of the lack of supplies, particularly of clothing.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Want of Assistant Armorers
Amidst a discussion of other matters, Ames notes that he needs more assistant armorers who understand the mechanical arts, have respect for economy and industry, and have good morals. Mr. Forbes has …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Vouchers Related to the Goods Delivered to Pittsburgh
Woodbridge observes that the content of Craig's letter surprised him since he has always made every effort to maintain accurate accounts. He was worried that the vouchers might been mislaid respecting …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Vouchers for Mullen, Lee, Beard & Ewing
Legible is what looks like a ledger with four names: George Mullen ($12), Thomas Lee ($2), John Beard ($26), and James Ewing ($48).
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Vouchers Enclosed
Vouchers supposed to be sent from Augusta enclosed, Updates on payment of officers to be disbursed to their respective militias.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Voucher Delivery and Claims
Enclosed claim of William Anderson. Vouchers to be delivered by Benjamin Herbert.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Vessels Will Greatly Increase the Expenditures at Pittsburgh, Etc.
Craig discusses a number of accounting and supply issues, and expresses his mortification regarding the orders of the Secretary of War relative to his claim. The number of men working at the vessels' …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Vessel to be built at Detroit and orders for forwarding of clothing to troops at Northwestern Posts
McHenry discusses plans for United States vessel to be built during winter at Detroit and orders for forwarding of clothing to garrisoned troops at Northwestern Posts
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Value of Tract of Land
Cumming inquires about the value of a tract of land he owns. He wants to ascertain from the Tennessee members of Congress what the land is worth and whether his title is valid.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Urgent request for frigate expenditures to naval agents at Baltimore and Boston
Request for expenditures from the commencement of frigate building. Immediately wanted. Expected to be perfectly timely.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToUrgent Need for Gun Stocks
Ames repeats his request for gun stocks asserting that without a new supply, either stocking must soon stop or he will be forced to produce stocks that are not fit for service. He does not know what …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Upon the Death of Dr. Hodge, I Mourn for His Friends, Etc.
As usual, Sargent has much to say but his untelligible scrawl renders his letter meaningless except for the following: the death of Dr. Hodge; looking glasses.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Updates on Soldiers Pay Due to Desertion
Soldiers given up or captured as deserters had pay suspended. Parker and Edwards to receive court martial.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Updates on Muster and Request for Information on Personal Letter
Frye encloses muster and receipt rolls for his detachment and others. He hopes to send receipts soon. He has daily applicants for recruits but no recruiting money. In a post script he asks after a …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Update on Delivery to Constellation
Fox wrote on behalf of Sec. of War who inquired into the progress Harris made regarding the delivery of supplies to S. Hodgdon that will be transported to the frigate Constellation.
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayUpdate on Account Information in Hand
Letters and account information from various officers recounted. One contains petition to Congress by Capt. Fauche. Appropriation by Congress to discharge the militia rolls which were transmitted in …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
