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Alexander Dallas accounts
03/22/1798 LetterbookDiscusses payment of ration accounts of Pennsylvania militia on Western Expedition 1794.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Agents Employed to Make Contracts
09/19/1798 Autograph Letter SignedThe principal agents employed to make contracts to procure cannon carriages and materials for workmen for the erection or repair of fortifications are Col. Ebenezer Stevens of New York, Archibald …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Affirmation of Appointment of Non-Commissioned Officers
10/10/1798 Autograph Letter SignedHoops would have given Henry a certificate of concurrence with his appointment of non-commissioned officers if he had know it was required.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
Affects of Disease on Sundry Locations, Etc.
10/06/1798 Letter SignedAmidst a discussion of sundry supply matters, McLane says that he is pleased to hear that Hodgdon has been seen passing in apparent health through the streets of Philadelphia where so much disease and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Advice on Name
08/23/1798 Letter SignedEncloses invoice for goods for Lieutenant Leonard, Windsor, Vermont. Requested advice on the Lieutenants last "name" (referring to Windsor). Hopes is unsure if its his last name or if its the name …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Advertisement & Reward Following Robbery at Military Storehouse
03/20/1798 Document SignedThe chief clerk of the War Department transmits to John Harris an advertisement to be placed in the newspapers of Philadelphia. The advertisement offers a reward for the apprehension of thieves who …
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)
Advances to Families of Ship's Carpenters
07/20/1798 Autograph Letter SignedMajor Craig requests that Samuel Hodgdon provide a statement of all advances made to the families of ship's carpenters so that final settlement can be made in a timely manner.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Advances Made to Families of Shipbuilders, Etc.
07/27/1798 Autograph Letter SignedMajor Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon that a general return of stores has been transmitted to the Secretary at War. Craig acknowledges receipt of Hodgdon's advances made to families of shipbuilders.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Advances Funds for Seamen and Officers on Frigate Constitution
05/16/1798 LetterbookDirects funds for recruitment for seaman and officers on the frigate Constitution.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of Navy to Officers, Mar 1798-Sep 1886. (RG45) (M149)
Advance to a Waggoner, Etc.
06/22/1798 Autograph Letter SignedMajor Craig requests that an advance provided to a waggoner be placed to his credit. Craig also requests an immediate supply of files and whip saws.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Additional Allowance for John Van Bibber
04/01/1798 Copy of Signed DocumentWood certifies that John Van Bibber will receive an additional allowance of two and a half cents of ration for the services furnished by him to the volunteer militia. Enclosed is a copy of Van …
Post Revolutionary War Manuscripts, 1784-1811. (RG94) (M904)
Additional Accounting Heads
12/19/1798 Autograph Letter SignedMcHenry requests that Simmons add whatever new accounting heads [categories] required by Congress at its most recent session, bearing in mind the principles of arrangement established by the Treasury.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Acknowledging Receipt of Hodgdon's Letters
01/27/1798 Autograph LetterIn haste, Major Craig acknowledges receipt of Hodgdon's letters.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Acknowledged Receipt of Various War Dpt. & Other Letters, and Note That These Have Been Forwarded
05/03/1798 Letter SignedSignals receipt of letters from the War Office addressed to the commanding officers of the U.S. troops at Fort Masac, Walnut Hills, and Natchez, and others to Andrew Ellicott and John Overton. Notes …
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)
Acknowledged Receipt of Letter
02/24/1798 Autograph Letter SignedSimmons acknowledged receipt of letter that was delivered by Lieut. John Denton. Papers within letter to be filed with other vouchers.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
Acknowledge receipt of payment from James Stille to Samuel Lewis
07/08/1798 Document SignedAcknowledges favor of 6 July of $200 for recruiting service duly received last post.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)
Acknowledge receipt of letter covering draft note to be employed by the recruiting service
03/10/1798 Document SignedBoote received letter covering draft note for $150 to be employed in recruiting service.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)
Accoutrements for the Frigate "United States"
01/18/1798 Letter SignedHarris is asked to deliver the following to Lieutenant John Mullowny for the frigate "United States": paper cartridges, a powder-horn, bit and priming wire, a rammer and sponge, a worm and ladle …
Subject File of the Naval Records Collection
Accounts Settlement
05/23/1798 Autograph Letter SignedDiscussed injuries sustained by brother, settlement of Mr. Hillis' account, money advanced Henley, and transportation of goods due Indians per treaty agreement.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)
Accounts of Nicholas Fish
02/08/1798 LetterbookIs directed to make payments to officers and detachment.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Accounts of Nicholas Fish
02/05/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyFish is to pay Captain Frederick Frye, commanding at Governor's Island, New York.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Accounts of Nehemiah Freeman
02/20/1798 LetterbookWilliam Simmons returns the account of Ebenezar Swan to Lt. Freeman.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Accounts of Lieutenant Robert Purdy
03/05/1798 LetterbookAcknowledges receipt of letters containing Michael O'Brien's receipt.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Accounts of Elias Langham
01/27/1798 LetterbookWilliam Simmons informs Elias Langham that his pay has been withheld until his quartermaster accounts are put in order.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Accounts of Captain Edward Miller
03/15/1798 LetterbookHagner confirms receipt of muster and pay rolls sent by Miller.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
