James McHenry
3105 documents
White encroachment on Indian lands
Discusses a petition of white settlers demanding the right to settle on Indian lands.
James McHenry PapersWheelen & Miller's Powder Inspected & Proved
All the powder due the United States from Wheelen & Miller should be inspected and proved. That which is of good quality should be delivered to the storekeeper, Mr. Harris, to be deposited in the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)US Relationship with Spain
Mentions recent difficulties with his house. Questions President's discretion with Congressional agreements. Refers to US relationship with Spain. Expresses hope against war.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Unlocking the Mystery
The author cites suspicions respecting an unnamed person. He believes that examining his correspondence might unlock the mystery and confirm either his innocence or guilt. Considering his high station …
Special FolderUniformity of Dress on Ships of War
Regulations establishing uniformity of dress by the officers, Marines, and others on board the ships of war in service of the United States.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionUniformity of Dress on Ships of War
Enclosed are the regulations establishing uniformity of dress by the officers, Marines, and others on board the ships of war in service of the United States.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionUniform Requirments
Outline of specific uniform requirements for officers in army.
Area File of the Naval Records Collection, 1775-1910. (RG45) (M625)Twenty Four and Twelve Pound Shot for the Frigate United States
Harris should deliver to Mr. Humphreys, the naval constructor of the frigate "United States", one 24 and one 12 pound shot for the use of the frigate.
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayTransportating Artillery to Michilimackinac
It does not appear that Mr. Houdin has ever viewed the cannon at Fort Rennselear or done anything relative to McHenry's order except talk to Mr. Glass about it. He must have known that it is too late …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The German Emperor's Intention to Make Peace, Etc.
McHenry notes that there will be a quorum in both Houses of Congress today and that it appears that the news that the Emperor of Germany intended to make peace is unfounded.
Alexander Hamilton PapersTents & Axes for Captain Gibson at Staunton
Two horseman's tents, twelve common tents, and ten axes should be forwarded to Captain Alexander Gibson in Staunton. Gibson believes that these articles can be found at Shepherds Town in Virginia. If …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Surgeon for the USS Constitution
Discusses the appointment of a surgeon for the USS Constitution, along with Mr. Oliver's recommendation of Mr. Yates for Aux Cayes.
James McHenry PapersSupply Order for Tench Francis
Order for armaments and ammunition to be delivered to Tench Francis, Purveyor.
Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Manuscript CollectionSupplies for the Frigate "United States"
Harris is asked to deliver to Mr. Scott, Clerk of the Navy Yard, the listed articles for the use of the frigate "United States."
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionSupplement to the militia law
McHenry agrees with Howard's opinion that a defect in militia law must be reformed, but McHenry insists that at this point in the Congressional session, it is best to postpone the subject until later.
James McHenry PapersSundry Articles for the Frigate "Constellation"
Harris is asked to deliver sundry articles to Samuel Hodgdon for the use of the frigate "Constellation."
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionSummary of intelligence gathered on a British post
Informs the Secretary of State of the erection of a British post on American lands; requests that the evacuation of the post by the British appear voluntary and not done through diplomatic means.
James McHenry PapersSummary Accounts for the Commissary Department
Summary accounts for the Commissary Department including the Indian Department and the Quartermaster's Department.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Suits of Clothing for Lieutenant Marschalk
The enclosed twenty suits of clothing should be forwarded to Lieutenant Marschalk at New York as soon as possible.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Suits of Clothing for Kalteisen's Company
Enclosed is an order on the Storekeeper to deliver 25 suits of clothing for Kalteisen's company which therefore must be shipped to Charleston, South Carolina.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Stores Wanted for Three Frigates.
Military Stores wanted in the Requisitions of the Three Frigates.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Stipends for McGillivray of the Creeks
In a mostly illegible letter, the following can be read: lower Creeks; stipends; McGillivray; Indians; Department of War;
Special FolderStatus of Northwest Indians, U.S.-Cherokee Boundary Project, & Frontier Military Movements
Reports that the Indians of the Northwest appear to desire remaining at peace with the U.S. Also reports on the progress of the commissioners running the boundary line between U.S. and Cherokee land, …
John Adams Papers
