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Information Respecting McDonnel, Etc.
Rivardi expresses his gratitude for the information regarding McDonell but he had already been released for want of evidence.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Information requested by house committee
Information requested by house committee. If papers are to to printed, author wishes to have opportunity to correct proofs.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToInclosed Receipts
Leonard encloses receipts for money paid on behalf of the United States.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)In the Midst of Imminent Danger, Etc.
Along with a discussion of a number of other matters, Craig expresses his pleasure that the Hodgdon family is safe though still in the midst of imminent danger. He has received four Freneau papers …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)In Thanks for a Return Detailing Cannon Sold to Merchantmen
Jones thanks Harris for a return detailing cannon sold to Philadelphia merchants for their ships.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)In response to House resolution, request for quantity and descriptions of materials remaining at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia after fitting frigate United States.
House of Representatives passed resolution requesting information on materials and apparatus left after fitting frigates United States, Constitution, and Constellation. Requests quantity and …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToImpending Departure of the Commander in Chief, Etc.
Major Craig reports the embarkation and impending departure of the Commander in Chief to Samuel Hodgdon. Craig also requests gimblets, files, and augers from Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Impatient Unpaid Troops
Our troops are very impatient to receive their pay, especially since they have heard from discharged soldiers that the western army has been paid through May 1798.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Immediate Need for Gun Carriages
Major Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon of the immediate need for the gun carriages to have trucks supplied.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Ice Has Prevented Making the Usual Number of Arms
It has been so cold in Springfield that the wheels at the armory could not be cleared of ice before 11am. Because of the severe frost drying up the water, the usual number of arms could not be …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)I Thought It Prudent to Retire
Wilson is so unwell that he is unable to attend to business and asks Hodgdon if he can retire from Philadelphia. The prevailing sickness is spreading rapidly and his state of mind relative to staying …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)I Have Indeed Been Suffering, Etc.
Ignoring, as usual, the principle that the purpose of handwriting is to communicate, Sargent mentions accepting an appointment, and that he has indeed been sufffering. He refers to the Secretary's …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)I Am Ready to Supply Cannon Balls
Byers is part owner of a blast furnace in Springfield and stands ready to provide the United States with cannon balls. He wants to know who negotiates contracts for the US, what quantity and size of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)I am at a loss to know how to state my account...
Grayson explains that he is not able to complete his account until he obtains the receipt rolls.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Hyde's Delinquent Accounts
Simmons informs 1st Regiment paymaster Charles Hyde that he stands charged with upwards of $140,000, the expenditure of which have not been rendered in any accounts. Hyde is requested to render his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Hundred Bale & Chest of Arms Received
Brock has complied with the letter of October 30th and confirms that the hundred bale and chest of arms were received in good order though not yet minutely examined.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Howitzers for the Frigate "Constellation"
"Be pleased to deliver to Captain Thomas Truxton ten brass three pound howitzers for the frigate Constellation."
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionHow many Clerks?
The Ways and Means Committee of the House of Representatives has requested information regarding the number of clerks employed in the Department of War as well as their compensation. Simmons is asked …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horses Needed to Transport Public Goods
The load of public goods are at Witmers in the wagon that brought them up. Since the wagoner Isaac Philips was unable to pay the balance for the team he bought from a neighbor, the man retrieved his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horses delivered to Chickasaw chiefs
Encloses the register of five horses delivered to Chickasaw chiefs. Adds that he has no invoice of the public clothing for Colonel Butler, requesting that it be sent immediately.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Holding Officers Accountable
Simmons expresses concern about the settlement of the accounts of officers who have left the service or have settled their accounts and obtained full credit for their subsistence and forage without …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Hodgdon to William Knox on return of stores
Hodgdon received the return of stores from clerk William Knox, but has not had time to examine, since he has been busy getting Major Craig's cavalry and equipment underway. Acknowledges return of …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionHodgdon informs Major Cushing that his trunk and goods have arrived
Hodgdon informs Major Cushing that his trunk and goods have arrived on a wagon. Note from Cushing indicates he received items.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)His Excellency Should Cause Me to be Arrested, Etc., Etc.
Sargent provides exhaustive, and legible, details regarding an incident in which His Excellency caused him to be arrested for his own suit for the sum of two thousand dollars which are professed to be …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Henley's examination of Captain Rickams Account
Henley reports that he examined account of Captain William Rickard, who acted as Deputy Paymaster to the troops, and found he is due a balance of $686.60.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
