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Refers to Agreement between McHenry and Potts & Lee
Refers to property of Lee & Potts, although the contract was made with James McHenry. Requests examination of report, although McHenry relied on verbal communication more than written.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToReduction of Light Dragoons
Major Hamilton has found it necessary to order the disbandment of the additional troops of light dragoons. They must be reduced by January 14th, 1801.
Orderly Book of the Deputy Adjutant General to District Commander Maj. Gen. Charles C. Pinckney, Apr-Jun 1800. 1 Vol (No. 383/267). (RG98)Redirect of Paymaster General
Simmons informed Wadsworth all pay, arrears of pay, subsistence and forage paid by Paymaster General for each regiment. Simmons directed Wadsworth's claims to the Paymaster General of his regiment, …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Recruiting Accounts for Settlement Suspended
Recruiting accounts suspended due to insufficient muster roll. Deveaux must transmit account information if he desires reimbursement.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Records consumed by fire
This letter informs Whelen that (on Saturday evening last) of the fire that destroyed the War Department. Dexter asks Whelen to find replacements for items lost in the fire.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Recording the Deed for Sargent's Land
Enclosed is a deed for land in the county of Randolph, Virginia being the property of Winthrop Sargent. The deed must be recorded in the county where the land lies or in Richmond within one year or it …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Recommends Harper's Ferry as Location for National Cannon Foundry
Responds to inquiry about site for a cannon foundry. Suggests Harper's Ferry as the most central location. Hopes to add his name to the recommendation forwarded to the President.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRecommendations for Improving the Military System
Secretary McHenry requests action from President Adams respecting certain measures and assignments which he deems indispensable to the improvement of the military system. This report should also be …
Sixth Congress: President's Messages Transmitting Reports From the Secretary of War to the Senate [6A-E6] (RG46) (M1076, Roll 2Recommendation of Mr. Jones
Beates recommends her brother-in-law Mr. Jones to fill a vacancy in the War Department. He is a young man from a genteel family with worthy expectations. Unfortunately he has received unkind treatment …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Recommendation of John McGowan
Certified that John McGowan was a refugee from Nova Scotia and was entitled to the bounty given by Congress. Noted McGowan would collect his proofs of residency from Maine and fwd. them to McHenry.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Recommendation of Col. Mentges
Outgoing Secretary of War James McHenry recommends to the incoming Secretary, Samuel Dexter, that Col. Mentges continue in the post of Inspector of the Troops and Garrisons of the United States, a …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Recommendation of Claude Pourcheresse
Claude Pourcheresse has been employed by the public but has been dismissed. Byers believes he has conducted himself with fidelity. He and his family are returning to Philadelphia in hopes of finding …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Recent War Department Fire and Simmons' Accounting Records
Simmons notes the unfortunate accident which occurred the past Saturday night in the house in which the War Office was held, having taken fire. It consumed many of the papers. Simmons notes that his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Receiving Stores Not Purchased for the Navy
Gill declares that he has been authorized only to receive stores intended for the Navy Department. However, when it has been represented to him that some articles suitable for the Navy Department …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Received the Returns of Quartermasters Supplies
McHenry acknowledges receipt of letter covering returns of Quarter Masters' supplies issued for month of February.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Received Request for Statement from Colonel Butler; Forwards Accounts
Promises ready attention to the request of Colonel Butler. Forwards copies of books for March.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Received Letter and Warrant for 12,000
Acknowledges receipt of letter and warrant for $12,000.
Letterbook of the Purveyor of Public Supplies, May2, 1800-Jul 24, 1802. 1 Vol. (RG45)Received Letter and Abstract of Payments
Simmons received letter with abstract of payments and vouchers, examination and results will be communicated as early as possible.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Received Invoices for Clothing of 3rd & 4th Regiments
Refers to letters received from Edgar Patterson with invoices and receipts for clothing, artillery, and cavalry and other items for Colonel Butler. Retains trunk from John S. Porter.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Receipt, John Webster
Receipt for money paid to John Webster by Captain Smith for forage and subsistence for Brigadier General Wilkinson and his suite.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Receipt Rolls Due to Office
Balance against Vischer. Money paid to Vischer by Samuel Lewis for pay of Vischer and his troops in Oswego required a receipt roll to verify payment. Inquiries regarding David Thompson for his …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Receipt on account of pay to army
Swan received warrant for $30,000 on account of pay of army.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Receipt of William Simmons to Elias Dayton contract for supplies to United States troops
Request from Elias B. Dayton to pay Jonathan Dayton $10,000 on account of contracts for supplies to troops of United States.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Receipt of William Simmons to Basil Wood for Cannon
Request to pay $2500 to Basil Wood on account of cannon now ready to be proven for the War Department.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)
