James McHenry
3105 documents
Suppressing the Insurrection in Pennsylvania
To suppress the insurrection now existing in Pennsylvania, the President will deploy a military force composed partly of the state militia of Pennsylvania. Governor Mifflin should hold the militia in …
Sixth Congress: President's Messages Transmitting Specific Documents or Information to the Senate [6A-E2] (RG46) (M1706, Roll 2)Support of the Army and Navy
McHenry bemoans the failure of the Secretary of the Treasury to appreciate the urgency of providing adequate financial support for the Army and Navy.
Papers of William Livingston, MICROFILMSupply & Accounting Concerns
Along with a reference to indiscriminate enlistments, McHenry discusses sundry supply and accounting matters.
Alexander Hamilton PapersSupplies, Quarters, and Pay
McHenry forwards a letter from contractor Dayton regarding the need for a storehouse or place from which to distribute supplies in New Jersey.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Supplies, Quarters, and Pay
Routine instructions and correspondence concerning Army supplies, quarters, and pay.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Supplies, Quarters, and Pay
Routine instructions and correspondence concerning Army supplies, quarters, and pay
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Supplies, Quarters, and Pay
Routine instructions and correspondence concerning Army supplies, quarters, and pay
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Supplies, Quarters, and Pay
Routine instructions and correspondence concerning Army supplies, quarters, and pay.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Supplies, Quarters, and Pay
Illegible letter mentioning a judge and possibly jail.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Supplies for Troops on Either Side of the Ohio River
An agreement between James McHenry, Secretary of War, and James O'Hara who pledges to provide rations and other supplies for the use of the troops at places on either side of the Ohio River, from …
The Denny - O'Hara PapersSupervising the Garrisons at New York & West Point
Until Hamilton has defined the extent of his command, he will be required to submit the proper reports given him by the garrisons at New York and West Point and provide appropriate supervision to …
Alexander Hamilton PapersSundry Deployments of Officers, Etc.
McHenry discusses sundry officer deployments. It seems likely that Mr. Love, who belongs to the 4th Regiment, will be attached to the officer who has been ordered by Colonel Hamilton to Salisbury in …
James McHenry Papers - Microfilm #3384Summary of Correspondence on McAlister Case & Accusation of William Simmons' Insubordination
McHenry reviews all letters thus far written on the Hugh McAlister case. After summarizing all of his correspondence with William Simmons, the War Department Accountant, he inquires of Adams whether …
John Adams PapersSummarizes Correspondence with Griffith McRae
Encloses correspondence with Griffith McRae regarding auditing with the Treasury Department. Discussion of fortifications in Wilmington, North Carolina.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Suggests Sending Judge Richard Peters to Oversee Legal Matters with Cases of Treason in Pennsylvania
Suggests that Judge Richard Peters attend the troops for whatever judicial capacity to facilitate the people charged with treason in Pennsylvania. Requests that the Judge be supplied anything …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Submits Recommendation
Submits requested recommendation [illegible recipient].
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Submission of Proposed Appointments & Promotions for 12th Regiment
McHenry submits a list of proposed promotions and appointments in the Twelfth regiment of Infantry, for Adams' approval. Two lists follow, compiled separately and contingent on whether a certain …
John Adams PapersSubmission of Officers to Fill Vacancies in 6th Regiment
Submits an included list of names to fill officer vacancies in the 6th Regiment. The list contains recommended individuals for the posts of one captain, two first lieutenants, four second …
John Adams PapersSubmission of List of Officer Appointees for 9th, 10th, 14th, & 15th Regiments
McHenry submits a list of candidates for appointment to officer vacancies in the 9th, 10th, 14th and 15th Infantry Regiments. Expresses doubts about the character and sobriety of one appointee, and …
John Adams PapersStronger Action Needed to Force Reporting in of Original Army Officers on Furlough
Reminds Adams of a May 1799 request, via newspapers, that all officers absent on furloughs report themselves to General Hamilton; notes that this has not had its desired effect, and a stronger measure …
John Adams PapersStipends, Dividends & Gift Sums to Indian Nations
In return for Indian friendship, General Wilkinson has promised an annual stipend to a Chickasaw chief, Wolf's Friend, who is now in Philadelphia. Considers different points on the wisdom of filling …
John Adams PapersStates Terms of Service
Commences pay and responsibilities. Promises to define duties and command as soon as possible. Seeks Hamilton's ideas. Explains nominations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543State of recruiting services
Provides a list of appointed officers. States that he is pleased that the recruiting service is doing well in Connecticut, which he says is doing well everywhere.
James McHenry PapersSpirit Manifested by the People, Etc.
McHenry extols the spirit manifested by the people in most parts of the Union to support their government in response to the ambitious views of France. The regular regiment to be raised in Virginia …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.
