INDEX. L [For the purposes of this index the several classes of papers deposited in the Bureau of Rolls and Library are * considered as one collection. The Bureau, under existing equipment, can not confine its indexes or catalogues to any one particular class or collection of papers without neglecting others, to which there exists at present little, if any, clue. While this series of indexes will, therefore, follow the alphabetical arrangement in the sense of authors, titles, and subjects combined, without regard to the separation. by classes of the severally distinct collections of papers, the separated papers of any collection can be readily united by the chapter initial. The existing classification and arrangement of the bound manuscripts (by volume and number) will not be disturbed except where the restoration and preservation of the papers render ripping and rebinding imperative; and in that, as well as in the binding of loose papers, the original classification and arrangement will be followed as closely as may be to avoid the possible confusion consequent upon numerous citations from original manuscripts and references to them by historical writers in their published works.] ACTIVE (sloop). 1779. Taken by Gideon Olmsted and three other mariners; they protest against being deprived of their right in her by the State of Pennsylvania. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 17, page 293. AGNEW, JOHN. Carlisle, October 22, 1777. To the President of Congress (John Hancock). Letter from him, John Montgomery, George Stroenson, Stephen Duncan, and S. Postlethwaite, of the committee of Carlisle, in behalf of Dr. John Kearsley, of Philadelphia (a State prisoner), who has been in close confinement for nearly a year; his health broken; his room unfit even for a well man. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 15, page 273 BRACKENRIDge, in making his report, omitted Brackenridge's name; wishes it inserted among the captains-Reed, McLane, and others before printing. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 14, page 282. - (Captain). 1779. Major Henry Lee, BRADFORD, J. Boston, October 10, 1776. To the President of Congress (John Hancock). Introduces Samuel Horlock and Livingston, prisoners taken on the way from Jamaica to London; partisans of our cause. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 2, page 93. Boston, October 16, 1777. To the Secret Committee. William Bingham, at Martinico, incloses bill of lading for twenty cases of muskets and ten bales of tents and cloth for soldiers' clothing, received from France. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 2, page 297. Arrival Boston, June 24, 1778. To Congress. of the Henrietta and Three Friends, the former without papers; no knowledge of the cargo, though supposes it belongs principally to Mr. Morris, so took charge of it; wishes orders from the commercial board respecting disposition of the cargo of the captured brig Tryton. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 2, page 493. June 24, 1778. Ordered by Timothy Pickering to deliver to the order of the governor and council of Rhode Island forty chests received by the Three Friends; if they are on public account, will have them valued; gives various details concerning cargoes, and wishes directions. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 2, page 494. 1778. Marine agent at Boston. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 159. To the Marine Board. Boston, January 5, 1779. Cargo and arms on board the General Arnold injured by violent gales. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 237. Boston, September 23, 1779. To W. Whipple (chairman of the Marine Committee). Having no storage for the rum and sugar belonging to the Continent, was obliged to sell. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 353. Boston, October 21, 1779. To Francis Lewis. Had received orders from the Marine Committee not to sell either rum or sugar; the people clamorous for them, and fears are entertained that depredations will be made on them if sales are not allowed. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 367. To the President of Boston, June 13, 1780. Congress (Samuel Huntington). The money from the sale of three hundred hogsheads of sugar to be turned into the Treasury. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 477. Boston, July 6, 1780. To the President of Congress (Samuel Huntington). Has received letter and resolves of Congress relative to the snow Nostra Senioria de Carmel; is to have an interview with the board; can inform Congress of the result by next post. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 493. Boston, July 12, 1780. To the President of Congress (Samuel Huntington). Has had several interviews with the Board of War on the subject of Captain Duarti's demand on the Board of War of Massachusetts; Mr. Morton (attorney) gave reasons why Congress resolved that the board should pay into his (Bradford's) hands the gross and not the net amount of the snow and cargo; can not convince the board of the propriety of this measure; details concerning supplies. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 497. Boston, July 31, 1780. To the President of Congress (Samuel Huntington). Has endeavored in vain to procure bills on Europe in favor of the "Portuguese Stranger," (?) as ordered; suggests that bills may be forwarded, so the amount can be paid to Mr. Holker's agent; this would possibly facilitate the settlement with Captain Duarti; incloses copy of a letter from the Navy Board, which vindicates his conduct in supplying the board with moneys arising from the sale of sugar. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 517. Boston, August 10, 1780. To the President of Congress (Samuel Huntington). Refers to letter of July 31, pointing out a mode of accommodating Captain Duarti; Mr. Holker's agent, however, declines to come into the arrangment; thinks it best to acquaint Congress with this disappointment. 78, volume 4, page 7. Boston, August 28, 1780. Congress (Samuel Huntington). Chapter A, No. To the President of Is gratified by the approval of Congress as to furnishing tent cloth; sale of sugar continues dull; has on hand two thousand five hundred pieces of Russian duck belonging to the public; it has sold as high as "700 a piece;' this is a greater quantity than the Navy can need for years. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 4, page 15. Boston, September 28, 1780. To the President of Congress (Samuel Huntington). No prospect of procuring bills for Captain Duarti; has been ordered to pay him interest to the time he is paid; therefore the debt increases rapidly. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 4, page 18. To the President of Incloses Mr. Lee's $1,000,000 on the Boston, October 18, 1780. Congress (Samuel Huntington). receipt; on this date has paid warrant granted to the Treasurer for $2,000,000, and has forwarded him a copy of Mr. Appleton's receipt for the same. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 4, page 33. Nantes, December 1, 1780. To the Board of Admiralty. Seventy-nine chests of muskets and seventy-seven hogsheads of gunlocks shipped by order of B. Franklin on the State ship Mars, Captain Simeon Sampson, on account of the United States; incloses bill of lading. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 4, page 125. To the President of Boston, January 10, 1781. Congress (Samuel Huntington). of the settlement with Captain John Duarti; gives information relative to the moneys arising from the sale of the snow and cargo; Duarti's discharge of the debt inclosed. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 4, page 73. Boston, June 28, 1781. To the President of Congress (Samuel Huntington). One hundred and thirteen bales of Russian duck delivered to the order of the Quartermaster-General; four hundred pieces. retained for the use of the Navy; has a large quantity of rough copper; an "essay" made by Mr. Dudley, who finds it pure; should Congress decide to strike off a parcel of coppers for currency, Mr. Dudley can make the apparatus. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 4, page 225. Boston, August 23, 1781. To the Secretary of Congress (Charles Thomson). Acquaints Congress with the arrival of the ship Duque Tronin, one of two Boston, May 6, 1784. Chapter A, No. 78, To the President of Congress (Thomas Mifflin). Has contracted debts on the public account; has been obliged to pay £1,400 out of private means; will be ruined unless protection for the servants of the public be obtained. ter A, No. 78, volume 4, page 435. Chap BRADFORD, THOS. (Deputy Commissary of Prisoners). Philadelphia, September 17, 1778. To the Board of War. David Franks permitted by Congress to act as agent for British prisoners till the end of August ; issued provisions to all British prisoners, but since the first of the month has refused to furnish such to any person taken in merchant ships or privateers who are not in the immediate pay of the King; therefore he (Bradford) has had to supply it; many permitted to escape; wishes the sense of Congress as to whether negroes taken by the States should be liberated or held for exchange. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 185. 1777. From Rhode Island; one of a committee to discuss certain matters connected with the public welfare. Chapter-A, No. 78, volume 11, page 211. BRADFORD, WM. Philadelphia, January 12, 1778. To the President of Congress (John Jay). Resigns his office of deputy commissary-general of musters; ill health the cause; makes certain suggestions which appear to him would be advantageous in future management of the office. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 261. BRADFORD,. 1780. Agent of Congress at Boston; has a quantity of rum and sugar in his hands; a part to be delivered to Colonel Langdon to complete the hull of the seventy-four-gun ship. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 14, page 348. BRADLEY, PH. B. (Colonel). January 30, 1778. Invoice of clothing merchandise signed by Major J. Johnson in his behalf. Chapter A, No. 78, volume 3, page 131. BRADY, SAMUEL (Captain Third Pennsylvania Regiment). Fort Pitt, August 19, 1781. Letter to Colonel Brod |