James McHenry
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Extract of a Letter from the Secretary of War to David Henley
Notes protocol to be followed regarding compensation for injuries sustained due to interaction with Indians. Enclosed copy of act "to regulate trade and intercourse."
David Henley PapersExecution of the Bond of Mr. Harris
Enclosed are instructions for Hodgdon and for Mr. Harris the Storekeeper of Military Supplies. Harris should have the bond required of him for the faithful performance of his duties executed …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Evacuation Orders
McHenry informs Wayne that the governor of Canada has instructed the British army's evacuation of Fort Miami, Fort Detroit and Fort Michilimackinac. McHenry requests that Wayne make an account of the …
Northwest Territory Collection, M367Estimate of the Expenses of the War Department for the Year 1797
Official list of expenses for War Department including salaries of officers and cost of maintenance of buildings
Fourth Congress: Transcribed Reports and the Communications From the Secretary of the Treasury to the House of Representatives, 4th Congress, 1stEstimate of Clothing contracted for the year 1797
Estimate of clothing contracted for the year 1797 received from the War Office
Register of Estimated Requirements for Military Supplies Kept by Samuel Hodgdon and William Irvine, Jan 1796-Feb 1805. (RG45)Enhancing the Value of Western lands, Etc.
McHenry comments on the health of Mrs. Murray and the benefits of either a sea voyage or a trip to the springs as aids to her recovery. He believes that Murray's actions respecting the western lands …
James McHenry PapersEncloses Letter from Simmons Explaining Suspension of Advance
Encloses a letter from William Simmons explaining why he denied the advance Hodgdon requested.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)ENCLOSED: Appointment to Corps of Artillerists and Engineers
Request by McHenry for Lincoln to take charge of appointment letter for James Rand.
Benjamin Lincoln PapersEnclosed list of Invalid Pensioners
The Secretary of War encloses a list of Invalid Pensioners for the State of Pennsylvania. The Secretary of Treasury will furnish him with the necessary funds to pay the Invalids.
William Southworth Hunt Autograph CollectionEnclosed letter from a Frenchman to Governor Blount on the Jay Treaty
McHenry encloses a letter written by a Frenchman who held a commission under the state of North Carolina during the Revolutionary War. The letter, addressed to Governor William Blount of the Southwest …
James McHenry PapersElectors of President and Vice President for Maryland, Etc.
Since Bright was enlisted for three years, and not during the war, he is not entitled to land. Enclosed is Howard's warrant for five hundred dollars for which a receipt is required. Who are likely to …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Duties With Respect to the Indian Trading Houses
Instructions given by McHenry to John Harris that define Harris's duties as Keeper of Military Stores, particularly as they relate to the Indian Trading Houses.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relative to Indian Tribes (Letters and Instructions to the Factors of the Indian Trading Houses From TheirDo Not Trust Professions or Promises
McHenry expresses his wish that the instructions have been received and that Oliver will urge the return of Mr. Smith.
Robert Oliver PapersDiverting Goods Expressly Purchased for the Indians, Etc.
McHenry advises Edward Price to expect an invoice from Samuel Hodgdon to ship goods to the trading house at Coleraine. McHenry provides guidance regarding requests by US military officers in garrison …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relative to Indian Tribes (Letters and Instructions to the Factors of the Indian Trading Houses From TheirDiscussion of Indian Affairs with Creeks
Refers to recent conference between Six Nations and American representatives. Outlines treaty establishing boundary and trade. Refers to murder of Indians by Harrison. Refers to instructions of the …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Frigate Ironwork
Asks Fox to clarify with the Hills the cost for them to procure the iron; the United States will not furnish the iron.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding PapersDiscussion of Estabilshment of Shipyard & of Frigate Construction
Letter, directs Fox to procure Ship yard; discusses Frigate construction; discusses timber for Frigates.
Josiah Fox PapersDiscussion of Construction Costs for 36-Gun Frigate
Letter, discusses construction cost of 36 gun Frigate.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding PapersDiscussion of a Speech to Encourage the Cherokee to Higher Civilization
Encloses a draft of a speech to the Cherokeeswhich is designed to encourage their civilization and make its management [by the U.S.?] more economical. Asks Washington's opinion on that document, and …
John Adams PapersDiscusses troops for frontier protection
Discusses troops for frontier protection and the potential withdraw of Ellicot from duties.
James McHenry PapersDiscusses Situaton at West Point with Indians
Discusses situation at the garrison. Refers to affairs at West Point, including with Indians. Suggests possibility of separating troops detached from West Point. Mentions French monarchy.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
