James McHenry
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Discussion of Officer Appointments, Relative Rank, & President's Power to Appoint Officers
McHenry notifies Adams that he will announce the new officers' appointments, as per Adams' instructions. Discusses the ramifications of a recent act of Congress concerning the right of the president …
John Adams PapersDiscussion of Money for Building Forts
Writes of money expended to Brigadier General Wilkinson. The totals have aroused suspicion. Promises to send instructions to Wilkinson.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Military Positions to Be Offered to Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford
Reminds Adams of the wish of the American-born Count Rumford to return to America; forwards some correspondence with him, noting that he has applied for an appointment in the U.S. military, which, …
John Adams PapersDiscussion of Laboratory
Refers to previous communication about proper conduct regarding a laboratory. Indicates need to work with the quartermaster.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Isaac Williams and Indian Agent Responsibilities
Requests additional salary for Isaac Williams for his work with the Indians of the Northwestern Territory. Discusses high requirements of Indian agents, requiring an oath of commitment.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Interaction with Captain Frye
Discusses action on accountant's report and a disagreement between Captain Frye and Major Hoops about disputing discharges. Reports muster and payroll for the regiment due to previous problems. …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Hugh McAlister & Issue of Citizens Entitled to Reward for Returning Deserters
Quotes a letter from General Hamilton, who agrees with McHenry that soldiers who apprehend deserters should be rewarded for doing so, as it would make them "zealous, and active in the search," and …
John Adams PapersDiscussion of Hugh McAlister & Deserter Bounty Issue, Requesting Additional Consultation & Explanation
Reviews the case of Hugh McAlister and the general practice for payments to those who apprehend deserters; points out that the regulation of this system depends on the construction of the governing …
John Adams PapersDiscussion of Hire of Contractors and Commissaries to Provide and Dispense Rations
Encloses letter from Lieut. Manning with his permission to repair works and garrisons and Lake Oswego. Discusses hiring of commissaries and contractors to dispense and provide rations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Harbor Defenses in Rhode Island
Explains process of designing harbor defenses, based on opinion of engineer appointed to that purpose. Responds to request for activity on Goat Island and other Rhode Island locations. Suggests use of …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of General Court Martials
Mentions the President's direction. Claims that the death sentence of General Brown cannot be executed; rather, outlines the requirements for an appropriate general court martial trial. Discussion of …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Garrison Positioning
Refers to correspondence with the officers at Fort Massac. Discussion of positioning.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of French Mission
Responds to letter. Reports that the mission to France is disapproved by the Federalists. Refers to French speedy return to monarchy. Hopes that he will continue to serve the public. Encloses note …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Fortification and Barracks Construction
Comments on progress of fortifications and barracks at Lofhes Heights. Requests a full account of supplies and materials for the Quartermaster General.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Court Martial for Desertion
Responds to decision by General Council and punishment sentenced for desertion.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Clothing Supply for Northern and Southwestern Frontier
Discusses correspondence with General Wilkinson and Massac about clothing on the northern and southwestern frontier. Refers to failure of contract and his perception of the role of commanding general. …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Claims of Elisah Hall with Commission to the Cherokees
Reports on Elisha Hall's report on expenses during his service with the Cherokees, and requests proper documentation from Hall. Seeks to distinguish between Hall's private business and public service, …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Captain Elliott's Detachment from Command
Reports Captain Elliott's response at Fort Mifflin, considering himself detached from his command. Writes of Captain Wadsworth and the Secretary of the Treasury.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Artillerists and Engineers
Responds to a request from the Commander in Chief for engineers and artillerists with discussion with Major General Pinckney. Suggests direct communication between the two of them.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Appointments and Commissions
Responds to request for information about officers and appointments. Maintains that appointments are the same as commissions.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Appointment of Officers, Medical Staff, & Chaplains; Disposition of Old and New Regiments
Forwards letters concerning General Pinckney, as well as the issue of appointing surgeon's mates for Hunnewell and Rice's regiment. Advises against recourse to the "act to regulate the medical …
John Adams PapersDiscussion of Appointment for North Carolina Regiment
Recommends Robert Goodloe as a trustworthy, hard-working gentleman. Provides his opinion on the responsibilities of the role. Understands that General Pinckney has already made his selections. Seeks a …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Affairs with France
Mentions the spectacle of war as compared to a quiet submission. Speaks of affairs with France and a treaty with Great Britain.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Accounts, Hospitals, Officer Barracks
Discusses contractor accounts. Mentions hospital and officer quarters. Requests investigation of purchase.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Accounts with Foster, General Robertson and Wolf's Friend
Encloses accounts for supplies for A. Foster, General Robertson, and Wolf's Friend, with questions about General Robertson's authority to authorize expenses. Encloses copy of letter from General …
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