James Winchester
7 documents
McHenry's Case with the State; Election News
Winchester refers to a case between McHenry and the state, but tells him they are loathe to do anything that diminishes their revenue. He refers to politics, and how they wait for news from a …
James McHenry PapersMatters before the Court and Local Politics
James Winchester writes from Baltimore regarding a court case, and General Smith's conduct, which opposes the sense of his constituents. He writes of political matters and treaties without making …
James McHenry PapersElected official not Representing his Electorate
James Winchester writes of an unnamed politician who is acting in opposition to the desire of the electorate. There is a committee that has called upon him to explain his reasoning. He is creating …
James McHenry PapersApproves Nomination of Uncle James
Approves of presidential decision to nominate his uncle James.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Concerning the political mood of the nation
Notes that a leaked conversation on the Jay Treaty led to the defeat of a Congressman as a result of the fear that Britain was running United States foreign policy. Mentions John Henry - the …
James McHenry PapersRecommends George Dugan for Letters of Introduction in London
Introduces George Dugan, who is on his way to London to begin his profession. Dugan seeks letters of introduction to US government workers in London.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Payment to George D. Blackmore
Winchester paid $2000 to George D. Blackmore for ascertaining the boundary line between the United States and the Chickasaw Nation of Indians.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)
