William Murray - Papers of the War Department

McHenry Should Accept the Nomination

01/27/1796 Autograph Letter Signed

Murray informs McHenry that the Senate has unanimously concurred in the President's nomination of McHenry as the next Secretary of War. Murray urges him to accept the nomination.

V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.

Influencing the Choice of a President

11/24/1796 Autograph Letter fragment

McHenry speculates that many of the French actions on the American continent seem timed and intended to influence the choice of a President and may also divide the union into two great parties.

Murray, William Vans, Mm 78032557

Conspiracy of French Ministers

09/22/1797 Autograph Letter Signed

Renewal of war seems to be the only option. Speaks of conspiracy among French ministers violating law of nations. In depth account of treaty negotiations.

Autographs of American Presidents, Statesmen, and Generals.