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Return of provisions issued to the Army, and at the different Posts from Wilmington to Newark inclusive

Lists provisions issued by Thomas Jones, Commissary General, Middle Department at posts from Wilmington, Delaware to Newark, New Jersey for part of July, and all of August 1777. Notes the total rations due for those months are "4,024,468" amounts...

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Return of Canadian refugees who draw provisions from the public

Lists one major, three captains, 5 lieutenants, 50 citizens, 23 women, and 33 children. Docketed, "No. 5."

GLC02437.02911

to Robert Morris

Knox writes to Morris, Superintendent of Finance. Discusses the contract between Congress and Daniel Parker & Co., a firm that provided troops with supplies. Expresses hope that Morris (and Congress) will extend the contract after May.

GLC02437.02983

to George Washington

Knox reports that he has made all the necessary arrangements to leave West Point "and in a few [hours]... shall set out for Boston. The public interest has been my actuating principle in the cause of this business and I flatter myself will meet your...

GLC02437.02931

to Robert Morris

Knox writes to Morris, Superintendent of Finance. Reports that no contract has been made to continue the supply of provisions to West Point. Discusses steps he has taken to obtain supplies to last for a short period. Hopes Morris will "find it...

GLC02437.02902

to Henry Knox

Writes, "My present engagements prevented my going to the westward to direct the business of supplies therefore I could not interest myself in the late proposals for victualing the troops as I wanted the means to [carry?] it on. I shall be much...

GLC02437.03234

[Memorandum related to Robert Morris and Jeremiah Wadsworth]

Describes a series of meeting in October - November 1786 involving Knox, Robert Morris, Jeremiah Wadsworth, Gouverneur Morris, and Samuel Osgood to develop Knox's proposal to loan money to Congress to clothe, feed, pay and house the troops. Congress...

GLC02437.03314

to Henry Jackson

Writes that Jackson must be anxious and surprised that he has not yet heard from Knox "on the subject of clothing & rations. The fact is that I have been unable to give you any satisfaction on these points." Writes, "Congress came to the...

GLC02437.03362

to Henry Knox

Discusses raising troops to fight against the insurgents, in particular to fight under Colonel [possibly Michael] Jackson. Mentions the drive to raise funds for recruiting troops and also procuring supplies, such as for the regiments of General...

GLC02437.03418

to Henry Knox

Written from the "War Office," which apparently was in New York City during this period. Pemberton, a staff member of Knox's at the War Office, relates several matters of business for Knox while he is away in Boston. Has included various documents...

GLC02437.03292

to the Board of Treasury

Marked "copy." Written from the "War Office," likely in New York City during this period. Writes that his past agitations on behalf of payment for troops should convince them of his interest in providing for the public good. Believes that "the...

GLC02437.03342

to William Shepard

Thanks him for the intelligence provided by his last two letters. Says that the last of the letters was received by "your confidential Friend Major Shepard," and he has talked with him extensively about the matters contained therein. Writes that...

GLC02437.03378

to Benjamin Hichborn

Writes that he received a letter regarding Mr. [Stephen] Bruce's contracting to provide rations for the troops currently being raised. Would be happy to consider him for the contract, but his powers are constrained as the Board of Treasury has...

GLC02437.03393

to Daniel Parker

Knox negotiates with Parker, of Daniel Parker & Co., a firm that supplied Continental troops with provisions. Hopes Parker will continue to furnish supplies to troops, although Congress has not informed Parker or Knox of a contract renewal. Refers...

GLC02437.02980

[Congressional resolution regarding the discharge of troops]

Signed by Charles Thomson as Secretary of Congress. This resolution indicates the number of troops to be discharged at West Point, New York and Fort Pitt, Pennsylvania. Stipulates that no officer above the rank of captain will remain in service....

GLC02437.03009

West Point Account Book

An account book for J. C. Shofner a cadet of West Point dated September 1, 1873 to June 14 1877. This account book records his commissary purchases including books, equipment, supplies, Christmas gifts, and more. There are also rules in regard to the...

GLC09781

to Dorothy Silbiger

One letter from Richard Jerome Silbiger to Dorothy Silbiger dated February 17, 1943. Richard has K.P. (kitchen patrol) duty and says he plans to look at her photo as inspiration to keep going. He then recounts what happened in a bivouac yesterday. In...

GLC09684.05

The Avenger's Shadow

One poster entitled, "The Avenger's Shadow," printed by the U.S. Government Printing Office, dated 1943. Poster features a caricature of a Japanese soldier standing over a body labeled U.S. Pilot, holding a smoking gun. The Japanese soldier is...

GLC09654.09

Help Smash Hitler Now!

One poster entitled, "Help Smash Hitler Now!" printed by the U.S. Government Printing Office, dated 1943. Poster features a soldier holding a gun in his left hand. He is looking over his shoulder to the viewer and pointing in front of him with his...

GLC09654.10

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe ate fried chicken livers for lunch. He knows the mess hall Sgt. He tells Sylvia not be jealous of his travels because they are nothing compared to the drudgery of being a soldier. He assures her he has not had time to even think about girls while...

GLC09414.1484

to Moe Weiner

James Doyle writes from North Africa, saying that the treatment is very good there. They have excellent rations and the champagne is very good. He brags throughout the whole letter.

GLC09414.1543

French Troops and Transport on "The Sacred Road," During the Battle of Verdun, 1916.

In the foreground, French troops sit amongst supplies. In the background, a long, winding highway stretching out over the valley. Ranks of troops can also be seen in the middle ground of the valley.

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Serving Food from a Movable Kitchen in Ruined Curlu on the Somme.

French soldiers on the Somme front in France eat soup served from a movable kitchen. In the background, there are damaged buildings.

GLC09584.084

[Teamsters agreement for a military expedition up the St. River Lawrence]

Written by Hancock while working for his uncle's mercantile company during the French and Indian War. Makes an agreement for provisioning the troops for the Battle of Quebec. Records a contract between "teamster, on the one part, & Thomas Hancock...

GLC07697

to Father

They are ordered to cook three days rations and to cross the Fredricksburg river. He discusses his payment details.

GLC07705.119

to Father

They have been marching with three days cooked rations and 16 rounds ammunition. Meanwhile their destination is unknown.

GLC07705.127

to M. R. Morgan

He writes that Richard Jackson has been engaged as a clerk in the subsistence department at a salary of $75 per month.

GLC07705.164

to Father

Transferring of post to the Commissary Department.

GLC07705.169

to Father

One of their heavy batteries opened fire and shot Johnson, then threw some shells into Sumter....has been installed as a caterer...seems to be improving on his arithimetic. He feels contempt for the Watson family.

GLC07705.177

[24 WWII letters] [Decimalized .01 - .24]

24 WWII letters to Richard Jerome Silbiger and Dorothy Silbiger from various family members and friends. The letters are dated from 1943-1944. The letters cover a number of topics including military training, camp life, and marriage.

GLC09684

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe refers to Joe and his new job, and also mentions his mother. He says he is jealous that Sylvia ate bacon and eggs for breakfast. He claims that eating in the army is the same as "feeding coal to a furnace."

GLC09414.0700

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his sleeping quarters as a steel bunk, with two sheets. He also says that there is a theater and the mess hall is right across from the barracks. He chides Sylvia for writing to him at such late hours, and discusses the tomato plants at...

GLC09414.0725

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes they had another big turkey dinner for New Year's Day. He says the food is better here than it was in the States, and that he has written a long letter he hopes will reach her soon.

GLC09414.0900

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he slept late on Sunday and that they had chocolate ice cream for dessert that evening.

GLC09414.0938

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that news around there is scare and needs Sylvia to update him on the war. He drew their P.X rations which the army provides.

GLC09414.1123

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says his whole army experience has not been as tough as he thought it would be. He tells Sylvia not to worry about him so much and reassures her that he is not starving by telling her what they eat on a daily basis.

GLC09414.1159

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe began working shifts again. He received a copy of Bernie's Bugle which brought him up to date on all the news. He also writes they've begun to get fancy in the mess hall.

GLC09414.1232

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that they must be preparing for a harsh winter. He assures Sylvia that the mention of hot fudge sundaes doesn't make his mouth water, because he has had ice cream several times in the last two weeks.

GLC09414.1255

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes complaining about one of his jobs which consists of looking over the garbage cans in the mess hall to make sure they don't throw away any edible food. He says he saw a pretty sunrise.

GLC09414.1259

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is upset because he is out of cigarettes. He heard they may offer their ration of 2 packs per week this time, but thinks this isn't nearly enough.

GLC09414.1283

to Joyce Robinson

Richard writes to Joyce how much he loves and misses her. He mentions that they will be supplied and he will be able to send a bunch of letters he had written her and other family members. He writes they are leaving for the landing zone (LZ) in about...

GLC09626.15

to Joyce Robinson

Richard writes how much he loves and misses Joyce. He mentions that they moved 3000 meters but that it went fast because he was thinking of walking to her. Richard also mentions letters he is expecting to get from his mother in a few days, and that...

GLC09626.19

to Joyce Robinson

Richard writes how much he loves and misses Joyce. He writes that he wishes he could send a long letter but is running out of paper and asks Joyce to put in some when next she writes. They should be going into a fire base soon and he can't wait...

GLC09626.20

to Joyce Robinson

Richard writes how much he loves and misses Joyce. He asks her for a number of food items including Hostess donuts, cinnamon rolls, cinnamon bread, a variety pack of cereal, sliced bread and mounds bars. He says his platoon is still out in the field...

GLC09626.21

to Joyce Robinson

Richard writes how much he loves and misses Joyce. He says that they are on the mountain and it looks like they won't be going in for 3 or 4 days, but while they sit around the guys are making things up. One thing was, "The grunts have windows, the...

GLC09626.22

to Joyce Robinson

Richard writes how much he loves and misses Joyce. He writes that they are at the firebase (LZ) Hardtimes, and he recieved a letter from her and might get a package from his sister. They started for the base at 7 in the morning and arrived around 3...

GLC09626.23

[Group of fifty-nine posters, circa 1940s] [Decimalized .01-.59]

Collection of fifty-nine posters, dated circa 1940s concerning World War II. Posters were printed in the United States, England and Canada. The subjects are related to buying war bonds, war stamps, rationing, salvage, recycling and possible espionage...

GLC09654

to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated September 15, 1943. He begins commenting, "Second day now- what a life, seems like I lived a novel today." He mentions that the navy was always more...

GLC09611.077.02

to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated September 16, 1943. Leonard begins by quoting the repeated marching commands of his superiors. He relays that he took a test for service school which he...

GLC09611.079

to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 14, 1943. Susan is glad Leonard is doing well and mentions that the neighbors are curious about how he is faring. She refers to the letter and...

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