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Particular Modes Adopted for Transmitting Returns, Etc.
After submitting a return of clothing due Captain Kalteisen, Freeman inquired as to the particular modes required for transmitting returns. Since he has not had a reply, he is unable to answer the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Papers enroute to Washington
Cannot provide information requested until papers from office arrive at Washington.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Packet Forwarded Via Havanna
The packet for the matches has been forwarded via Havanna since an immediate conveyance to New Orleans was not immediately available. Stevens wrote Mr. Simmons and the Secretary of War relative to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Packages Received for Pay Master General
Packages marked A-O inclusively received. Packages were not accompanied by accounts current.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Ownership of Negros
Request assistance in determining ownership of Negros who were taken prisoner after their master was killed and then owned by a Cherokee named White Man Killer. Pike will shortly leave for Natchez and …
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Overdrawn Rations in Error
Simmons noted that Darling drew double rations in error and compared Darlings' privileges to Tillinghast. Simmons charged Tillinghast with overdrawing rations in the sum of $111.60 which was owed the …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Overdrawn Rations
Darling was notified the Pay Master General for New Port, Rhode Island will hold Darling accountable for his overdrawn rations.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Overcharge to United States
Simmons received forwarded letter from Secretary of War regarding an overcharge by Abraham Shepherd. Simmons requested testimony as soon as possible and commended Annin for his action.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Outlines Cannon Contract
Text of paragraph in cannon contracts regarding expenses and accounts.
Letters Sent (General Correspondence) by the Secretary of War and Commissioner of Pensions, 1800-1866. (RG15)Our Approaching Election, Etc.
Neither the general nor the Quartermaster General have arrived so the troops continue in their encampment without orders to go into garrison or cantonment. Craig apprehends that the approaching …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Organization of Burbeck's Regiment
Shows the arrangement of the Subalterns in Lieutenant Colonel Commandant Burbeck's Regiment into four battalions. The names of officers assigned to each battalion are shown along with the names of the …
Orderly Book for the Garrison at Fort Johnston, N.C., 1795-1811. (RG98)Orders to take action to supply troops in the district allotted
Colonel Ogden, Deputy Quarter Master General ordered by Hamilton to take the necessary measures to supply troops in district allotted with articles specified in regulations of War Department . At …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Orders to Suspend Production of Clothing
No new uniforms to be cut, old uniforms of disbanded artillerists and engineers to be used by new infantry. Hats to be procured for the best terms similar to those used to obtain hats for the …
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndOrders to suspend clothing for the Infantry, requests quantities needed
Secretary of War orders cutting of clothing suspended. Asks in what state is the quantity intended for artillerists and engineers.
Letterbook of the Purveyor of Public Supplies, May2, 1800-Jul 24, 1802. 1 Vol. (RG45)Order to Hold Major Freeman Accountable
Simmons ordered Swan to hold Major Constant Freeman accountable for 244 rations drawn by him during September and October for which he is not entitled.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Order for saltpeter for manufacture of gunpowder for Navy
Thomas transmits order from Secretary of War on Samuel Hodgdon for 20 tons of salt petre for manufacturing gun powder for Navy.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Order for Payment to James Callaway
Holt authorizes payment of $185 to James Callaway for rent of buildings at New London Virginia.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Order for Gun Stocks
Gilbert is forwarding an order for 1500 gun stocks that will be directed to Oliver Wolcott, Jr., the Secretary of the Treasury. The Secretary has informed Gilbert of the person to whom the order …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Order for Buttons for Corps of Artillerists and Engineers
Letter, discusses need for uniform buttons for Artillerists and Engineers.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndOrder for articles
This letter encloses an order placed with Samuel Hodgdon to send stores to Pittsburgh. The Secretary at War directs Miller to send these items to the Quartermaster General without delay.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)One-Story Building Recommended, Etc.
Williams has received from the Superintendent of the Armory the plans, and request for materials, for buildings he wants erected immediately. The Superintendent wants to erect two one-story shops with …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)One or Two Instances of the Fever, Etc.
In addition to a discussion of accounting matters related to General Wilkinson and Rudolph Tellin [?], Stevens notes that only two instances of the fever have occurred and it appears to be healthy in …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)On the Subject of Extra Allowances Claimed by Officers in the Army
Simmons notes that regarding extra allowances claimed by officers in Army, that it is expected in all payments that Henley confine himself within the laws or established regulations. Since there are …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Official books and papers enroute the Washington
Accounts will not be taken up until the official books and papers arrive at Washington.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
