Reports Captain Vance's challenge to a War Department accountant. Requests appointment of another person to lead volunteers and that the Quartermaster General should appoint another person. Believes that actions should be taken against Vance's conduct.
Following a February confrontation between the two, Vance is responding to Simmons regarding his accusations and behavior. Vance demands satisfaction from Simmons.
McPherson asks McHenry to issue his warrant to place five thousand dollars in the hands of Captain Samuel Vance, paymaster of the troops called into service, so he can advance the pay that has been authorized.
Routine correspondence concerning the appointment, transfer, promotion, discharge, desertion, leave, and assignment of individual officers and soldiers
Routine correspondence concerning the appointment, transfer, promotion, discharge, desertion, leave, and assignment of individual officers and soldiers
Routine correspondence concerning the appointment, transfer, promotion, discharge, desertion, leave, and assignment of individual officers and soldiers
The Secretary of War requests order for blocks or wood for cartouch boxes for the public store as soon as possible. The wood must be well-seasoned and perfect.
Sends clothing as requested by the Secretary of War and requests acknowledgment of receipt. If they agree with the invoice, requests Stevens to pay for transportation. Regrets to hear that Halllam has left for Jamaica; wants to find out if Hallam has left items. Promises to speak with the Secretary of the Treasury as requested about compensation, but fears the Secretary of War will have differing opinions. Believes Stevens should prepare a settlement. The Secretary of War believes weapons shall be overhauled immediately.
