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Yearly Return of Work Done in the Factory, Etc.
$1500 in post notes have been received. Hodgdon can expect the usual yearly return of work done in the factory as soon as an account of stocks on hand are obtained from the Superintendent. Mr. Lyman …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Writing off Postage as an Expense
Houdin's account for the quarter ending on the 30th of September has been processed. $7.50 was deducted for postage. Simmons asks Houdin to forward the receipt of the Postmaster with his account to …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)William Torey, A Refugee from Canada
Cover letter regarding William Torrey as a refugee from Canada.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)William Simmons to President John Adams regarding claims of sundry persons
Per Adams' request, Simmons enclosed copies of letters from the Secretary of War regarding claims of sundry persons whose accounts were under examination. Simmons offered his opinion on course of …
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 Nicholas Fish
William Simmons confirms receipt of a letter from Nicholas Fish that contained vouchers from James Byers and Frederick Sprigs. Simmons notes that Fleming has a favorable balance of a considerable …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Will Send Copies of Monthly Charges with Next Post
Sends list of monthly charges in next post. Announces departure of wagons the following day.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Will Pay $2,000 for Boston Fortifications
Promises to pay $2,000 through the U.S. Treasurer for fortifications in Boston.
Letters Sent (General Correspondence) by the Secretary of War and Commissioner of Pensions, 1800-1866. (RG15)Wilkins explanation regarding some objections to his accounts
In responding to objections to accounts, Wilkins notes a lack of clarity regarding certain principles on scope and scale of authority of the Quarter Master General, under what conditions he may make …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Who has taken charge of the War Department? Etc.
Amidst a discussion of several matters, Craig declares that he would have expected Hodgdon to inform him who had taken charge of the War Department. He had hoped that his friend Henry would have had …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Warrrant Issued for the Armory at Springfield. Etc.
The Secretary is still indisposed so Newman must acknowledge receipt of Hodgdon's letters. A warrant has been issued for the estimate sent to Hodgdon by Mr. Williams for the expense of the Armory at …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Warrrant Issued
Warrant No. 3925 issued in favor of John Jordan Jr. Warrant was made payable at the Bank of the United States but upon inquiry at auditor's office, the warrant was yet to be cashed.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrrant Issued
Warrant issued in favor of Creary by Secretary of War. Sum to be used for the fortifications at New Port,Rhode Island.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrrant Issued
Warrant No. 188[7] issued in favor of Jackson for commissions. Simmons requested receipts in order to update books of the Office.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrrant Issued
Warrant issued by Secretary of War to Waldo on the account of fortifications in the harbor of Salem, MA. Sum will be issued by Treasurer.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrrant Issued
Notification of Warrant issued for General Henry Lee for armouries and foundries. Simmons requested instructions on money disbursement for Gen. Lee from Mr. Swan, clerk, but his request was not …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrrant Issued
Warrant issued in favor of Jackson on account of the fortifications at Fort Independence on Castle Island which Jackson will receive from the Treasurer of the United States.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrants Issued in Your Favor
The Secretary of War has issued warrants in Hodgdon's favor in the amount of $1626.34 enclosed in Draft No. 1776 on the Bank of the United States. A receipt should be forwarded as an acknowledgement.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Warrants Issued
Warrants issued by Secretary of War to be disbursed to by Meredith. Warrants remain in Office to be picked up, Simmons requested immediate attention to this matter by Meredith.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrant Remitted to Houdin, Etc.
Hagner has learned from Mr. Condy that Hodgdon's son has passed through Alexandria and is expected to be in Washington City soon. The Treasurer remitted the money to the Cashier Bank and endorsed the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Warrant on Account of Pay, Subsistence, and Clothing of the Army
Requests warrant for the Treasurer for the pay, subsistence, and clothing of the Army.
Letters Sent (Letterbooks) by the Secretary of War to the Secretary of the Treasury, 1800-1867. (RG203)Warrant Issued Never Picked Up
Claim presented by Mr. Glen at the Office, Warrant issued in his favor by Treasurer, but Glen never picked up warrant.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrant Issued for Refund
Simmons received receipts of Joseph Haumann. Warrant issued to refund amount incurred by Haumann to Captain Ellery which he will receive after he applies to Nicholas Fish. Payment of Walback …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrant Issued
Warrant issued in favor of Smith for expenses related to attending to a general court martial in Philadelphia.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrant Issued
Warrant issued in favor of Jackson for erecting the fortifications in the harbor of Boston, MA.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrant Issued
In Simmons absence, Hagner procured a warrant for the balance due John Winchester. Enclosed a post note for the Bank of Columbia, the only form of remittance available.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
