Peleq Clarke Jr. Papers

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Copy of Statement of Facts Presented By Peleg Clarke Jr. Concerning Steam Saw Mill, 1866

This statement made by Peleg Clarke, Jr. states that in May of 1862, a steam saw mill belonging to himself and Enginao Bolivar was taken from Clarke's lumber yard in Fredericksburg, Virginia by officers of the United States Army for use of cutting timber to be used for building railroad bridges between Fredericksburg and Aquia Creek. Clarke further states that upon his attempted removal of his personal and business belongings out of "Rebellion's District" with proper paperwork, the U. S. Army refused to return his steamer saw mill and was also denied compensation for the lost machinery. The statement describes the lengths Clarke went to reclaim his property or compensation for the loss.
Statement of Facts Presented By Peleg Clarke Jr. Concerning Steam Saw Mill , 1866

This statement made by Peleg Clarke, Jr. states that in May of 182, a steam saw mill belonging to himself and Enginao Bolivar was taken from Clarke's lumber yard in Fredericksburg, Virginia by officers of the United States Army for use of cutting timber to be used for building railroad bridges between Fredericksburg and Aquia Creek. Clarke further states that upon his attempted removal of his personal and business belongings out of "Rebellion's District" with proper paperwork, the U. S. Army refused to return his steamer saw mill and was also denied compensation for the lost machinery. The statement describes the lengths Clarke went to reclaim his property or compensation for the loss.
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to Montgomery C. Meigs, November 3, 1865

Peleg Clarke

This handwritten letter, dated November 3, 1865, is written from Peleg Clarke Jr. to Montgomery C. Meigs in which Clarke disputes the U. S. Government's evidence that claims that Clarke had a contract with the Rebels and are thus denying Clarke's claims for payment of lumber and corn received by the U. S. Army. Clarke goes on to ask for an opportunity to clear up the matter.
Letter, Montgomery C. Meigs to Peleg Clarke Jr., November 22, 1865

M. C. Meigs

This handwritten letter, dated November 22, 1865, is written from Montgomery C. Meigs to Peleg Clarke Jr. insisting that the United States Army does not owe Clarke any money for the lumber, supplies, and corn Clarke is claiming were taken by the Army due to Clarke's alleged dealings with the Rebels. Meigs claims that the items were taken as "prize of war" after the Rebels were forced to abandon them when the Union forced them out of Fredericksburg. The letter is written on Quartermaster General's Office letterhead.
Letter, J. J. Danna to Peleg Clarke Jr., September 12, 1865

J. J. Danna

This handwritten letter, dated September 12, 1865, is written from J. J. Danna at the Quartermaster General's Office to Peleg Clarke Jr. addressing Clarke's claim against the United States and detailing the Quartermaster General's Office's findings on the matter.
Letter, P. F. Johnes to Peleg Clarke Jr., April 22, 1864

P. F. Johnes

This handwritten letter, dated April 22, 1864, is written from P. F. Johnes to Peleg Clarke Jr., informing Clarke that Johnes will not be in Washington for quite some time and requests him to not send any money to the camp is army is moving to as it would be stolen.
Letter, P. F. Johnes to Peleg Clarke Jr., March 9, 1864

P. F. Johnes

This handwritten letter, dated March 9, 1864, is written from P. F. Johnes to Peleg Clarke Jr. informing Clarke that a receipt in his favor was located in Captain C. D. Robinson's files for purchases made by Captain Springsteed.
Letter, George Falls to Peleg Clarke Jr., December 30, 1863

George Falls

This handwritten letter, dated December 30, 1863, is written from George Falls to Peleg Clarke Jr. informing him that it has been impossible to forward Clarke's papers in General Haught's absence and goes on to inquire as to whether or not Clarkee could help him with a project.
Letter, Marcus Morton to Gideon Welles, September 28, 1863

Marcus Morton

This handwritten letter, dated September 28, 1863, is written from Marcus Morton to Gideon Welles, secretary of the Navy endorsing a young man named William Gray Hodges, Esq. for the position of paymaster. Morton describes Hodges as being a hard working young man from a respectable family with a young wife and children to support.
Letter, H. Haught to Peleg Clarke Jr., July 1, 1863

H. Haught

This handwritten letter, dated July 1, 1863, is written from H. Haught to Peleg Clarke Jr. in response to a previous inquiry from Clarke, letting him know that his inquiry was referred to M. P. Wood and L. F. Barstow for review. The letter is written on War Department, United States Military Railroads letterhead.
Letter, G. Sibley to Peleg Clarke Jr., December 5, 1863

G. Sibley

This handwritten letter, dated December 5, 1863, is written from G. Sibley to Peleg Clarke, Jr. informing him that his claim for payment of corn was forwarded to third auditor of the treasury on November 23, 1863. The letter is written on Quartermaster General's Office letterhead.
Letter, E. S. Dunsten to Peleg Clarke Jr., May 23, 1863

E. S. Dunsten

This handwritten letter, dated May 23, 1863, is written from E. S. Dunsten to Peleg Clarke Jr. denying Clarke's request for payment, claiming that building supplies and labor are not covered by the medical department.
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to Surgeon General, E. S. Dunsten, May 18, 1863

Peleg Clarke

This handwritten letter, dated May 18, 1863, is from Peleg Clarke to the Surgeon General, William A. Hammond informing him of the outstanding bills of the General Hospital at Fredericksburg and the lengths he's taken to track down payment.
Letter, M. C. Meigs to R. J. Atkinson with Atkinson's Response, March 12, 1863

M. C. Meigs

This handwritten letter, dated May 12, 1863, is from M. C. Meigs to R. J. Atkinson requesting permission for Peleg Clarke to obtain copies of the returns of Captain Springsteed relating to Peleg's property that Springsteed was in possession of. Atkinson's reply on the back of the letter informs Meigs that he had already informed Clarke that he would not be able to share the returns with him and explained how and with whom to make his case.
Letter, H. P. Clinton to Peleg Clarke Jr., March 10, 1863

H.P. Clinton

This handwritten letter, dated March 10, 1863, is written to Peleg Clarke, Jr. from H. P. Clinton, informing Clarke that he had not received the items he'd ordered at Fredericksburg. Included with the letter is a list of items label as having been taken from Peleg Clarke's lumber yard.
Letter, Benjamin Porter to Peleg Clarke Jr., January 4, 1863

Benjamin Porter

This handwritten letter, dated January 4, 1863, is written from Benjamin Porter to Peleg Clarke Jr., in reply to Clarke's letter, letting Clarke know the procedure he needs to follow to file a valid claim against the government.
Letter, Dr. F. McClenahan Peleg Clarke Jr., Undated

This handwritten letter is from Dr. McClanehan to Peleg Clarke directing Clarke where to send the items that had been ordered.
Memoranda of Letters Sent, United States To Peleg Clarkee, Jr., April 1863

This handwritten memoranda, dated April 1863, is a detailed list of lumber and other items Peleg Clarkee sent to the United States Army and never received payment for. The memoranda explains how the bills were lost and what bills are still missing that Clarke has inquired about.
Memoranda of Statements Of Generals Harris, Woods, and Barstow concerning Peleg Clarke's Claims to the United States Government, Undated

This undated memoranda details Peleg Clarke's claims against the United States Government for lack of payment for lumber, steamer saw mill, and other supplies received by various officers. Included in the memoranda are statements by General Harris, General Woods, and General Barstow and Peleg Clarkee's response.
Suggestions For Obtaining A Naval Appointment, Undated

This document offers suggestions on how to appeal to various army or navy personnel to obtain an appointment as either paymaster in the regular navy or quartermaster if that fails. The suggestions range from starting with Secretary of War or the Quartermaster General and go all the way to appealing to the President.
Letter, Coll. Sibley to Peleg Clarke Jr., December 27, 1862

This handwritten letter, dated December 27, 1862, is written from Coll. Sibley to Peleg Clarke Jr. explaining how the army will not be able to pay what is owed because there is no way to safely do so. The letter is written on Quartermaster General's Office letterhead.
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to Montgomery C. Meigs, December 15, 1862

Peleg Clarke Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated December 15, 1862, is written from Peleg Clarke Jr. to Montgomery C. Meigs informing Meigs of several bills owed for property materials furnished for use of the Army in the vicinity of Fredericksburg and Rappahannock River. Six separate bills are described and calculated within the letter. The letter makes an appeal to Meigs to send payments due as Clarke needs the money to support his family.
Military Pass Signed by P. H. Watson for Peleg Clarke, August 9, 1862

This handwritten military pass, dated August 9, 1862, gives permission for Peleg Clarke to travel to Fredericksburg, Virginia by order of the Secretary of War, P. H. Watson.
Letter, On Behalf of Christopher Wolcott to Peleg Clarke Jr., July 21, 1862

This letter, dated July 21, 1862, is written to Peleg Clarke on behalf of Mr. Wolcott, the assistant secretary of war, requesting Clarke to call upon Mr. Wolcott immediately. The letter is on War Department letterhead.
Military Pass Signed by Christopher Wolcott for Peleg Clarke Jr., July 21, 1862

This military pass, dated July, 21, 1862, grants Peleg Clarke, Jr. to pass to and from Fredericksburg, Virginia, free of charge. The pass is ordered and signed by C. P. Walcott, Assistant Secretary of War.