James McHenry
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Discussion of Activity in the Northwestern Territory
Reports interaction with the Paymaster General for bills in the Northwestern Territory. Refers to French troops. Mentions governors' discretion at calling up militias. Discussion of reports from …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion & Judgment of Issues Arising from Adams' Approval of the New York Defense Plan
McHenry begins a discussion of Adams' handling of the plan proposed by New York for the development of its own defenses, with Alexander Hamilton in command of its execution. Adams has asked the …
John Adams PapersDiscusses Volunteer for Washington
Reports conversation with General Washington about Carroll's volunteering. Can not recommend his name to the President.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses the patriotism and zeal of American citizens
Alleges that southerners exhibit less patriotism and zeal; hints at partisan divisions. Mentions that General McPherson, head of five companies of infantry, is present. Discusses artillery and rifle …
James McHenry PapersDiscusses Differing Opinions on War, Party Factions
Mentions war and bolstering party factions in the US. Speaks of differing opinions.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Diplomatic conversation with the Chevalier Yruho
Account of a conversation with the Chevalier Yruho, who visited the Adamses in Quincy, Massachusetts. Mentions that Yruho engaged in a non-personal diplomatic dispute with Secretary Pickering …
James McHenry PapersDetailed plans for the organization of the Provisional Army
McHenry fears delay on the part of Adams in responding to his propositions for the Provisional Army, along with his insistence that Knox be ranked first and Hamilton last among the three Major …
James McHenry PapersDesire for Moderation and Peace, Etc.
Although it seems that the French are expressing a desire for moderation and peace, McHenry argues that it is too early to relax America's efforts to bolster its fleets and armies. One might expect …
Washburn Autograph CollectionDelivery of Woolen Overalls
Letter directs the revision of previous order for overalls for recruits.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndDelivery of Uniforms
Orders to deliver uniforms, shoes, socks, blankets, etc.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndDelivery of Tools
Orders to purchase of shovels, spades, carpenter tools, etc
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndDelivery of Tents and Two Horsemen
Orders to deliver tents per request of William Jones, President of Board of Health in Philadelphia.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndDelivery of Supplies for Recruits
Orders to deliver uniforms, arms, etc for recruits.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndDelivery of Supplies and Musical Instruments
Orders to deliver drum, musician's uniform, and arms.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndDelivery of Supplies
Orders to deliver hats, uniforms, blankets, etc to Fort Mifflin.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndDelivery of Supplies
Orders to deliver uniforms, hats, knapsacks, etc.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndDelivery of Sundries and Articles to the Secretary of Navy
Harris is asked to deliver the listed articles to the order of the Secretary of Navy.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionDelivery of Suits, Arms, and Accoutrements
Orders to deliver uniforms, arms, drum, etc.to Easton.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndDelivery of Rifle Coats
Orders to deliver all rifle coats in store.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe And
