Alexander Hamilton Papers
362 documents
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Impending War Between Britain and France
Hamilton speculates on the evidence of impending war between Britain and France.
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Prospects of Continuation in Office, Etc.
Along with an assessment of Congressional matters, Livingston asks about his prospects of continuing in the office of Deputy Superintendent of Indian Affairs.
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Enclosed Letter
Forwards an enclosed letter which Hamilton might negotiate. Hamilton noted on the address leaf that the object of the letter "would be neither obtainable or adviseable"
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Compensation for Losses Sustained During the War
In a Circular Letter, the Officers of the Massachusetts Line argue that they and their soldiers should be compensated for the losses they incurred during the war for independence.
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Questions Stated by the President regarding matters of France and relative to loans
Two documents: the first is a list of questions from the President to the Secretary of the Treasury regarding relations with France; the second is a memorandum of letters and documents in the …
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Quarrels with Genet, Etc.
Senator King states his objections to the actions of Citizen Genet who he believed was endangering US neutrality with regard to France's war with Spain and Britain.
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Opinion of Hamilton & Knox Respecting the Brigantine "Little Sarah"
Hamilton and Knox state the reasons for their opinions relative to the affair involving the French privateer "Little Sarah" in which the neutrality of the United States was violated by France.
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One-Third of the Answers to the Questions of April 18th
Knox and Hamilton propose a joint answer to one-third of the President's questions of April 18th relative to relations with France.
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Virginia Will Do Her Duty
Carrington assures Hamilton that Virginians will do their part in supporting the government's stand against the Pennsylvania insurgents. [Whiskey Rebellion]
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Trade to Sweden, Etc.
Among other matters, Boston merchant Higginson discusses his readiness to provide vessels for the importation of products from Sweden not to mention the release of vessels that were being held in …
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Tom the Tinker and Other Offenders
The list of prisoners has now reached 150 and it appears that the notorious offender calling himself "Tom the Tinker'" has also been apprehended in Marietta. [Whiskey Rebellion]
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Thoughts on Defense submitted to President Washington
Secretary Hamilton ruminates on what he believes is needed to provide an effective defense of the United States. Text is highly illegible
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Speculation Relative to Hamilton's Presence with the Army, Etc.
Along with a discussion of the submission by the insurgents in western Pennsylvania and whether or not the houses of Congress will meet, Washington informs Hamilton of attacks upon him by [Benjamin …
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Right Wing is Fully In Measure with the Left
Hamilton reports on the progress of the expedition to confront the insurgents in western Pennsylvania. [Whiskey Rebellion]
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Report from the Camp Near Cherry's Mill
Hamilton reports on the progress of the expedition to confront the insurgency in western Pennsylvania. Delegates from the four western counties have been appointed to confer with President Washington.
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Prohibiting the Exportation of Arms and Ammunition
(CIRCULAR) Notification of a temporary ban on the exportation of arms and ammunition. Enclosed is a translation of a Decree of the National Convention altering the national flag of France.
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No Material Derangement of the General Plan
Hamilton reports that the expedition is moving forward as planned despite a day's delay in Berlin.
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No Disgraceful Insults or Injuries to the Inhabitants
Along with a discussion of events in Europe, especially relative to the war between Britain and France, Washington discusses some recent political matters and urges that the citizens of western …
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My Late Appointment
Lee affirms his satisfaction with his appointment to a leadership position in the force being organized to oppose the insurgency in western Pennsylvania.
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Investigations to Apprehend the Guilty
Along with military matters, Hamilton discusses the ongoing investigations to determine who is responsible for the insurgency in western Pennsylvania. [Whiskey Rebellion]
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Hamilton Volunteers to Fight the Insurrection
Hamilton expresses his wish to join in the effort to combat the insurrection in western Pennsylvania. [Whiskey Rebellion]
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Disposition of Militia from New Jersey & Pennsylvania
Hamilton reports on the disposition of two detachments of militia the need for which is in dispute. [Whiskey Rebellion]
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Continuing the Expedition
Hamilton discusses the expedition's progress as it arrives in Berlin, Pennsylvania. [Whiskey Rebellion]
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Concerns Relative to Paying the Officers & Men of the Late Expedition
Carrington explains in considerable detail his views regarding the methods of paying the officers and men who participated in the conflict against the insurgency in western Pennsylvania.
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Clothing for Detachments in the Rear
Washington questions the necessity and expense of providing clothing, rations, and pay for the detachments in the rear who will not contribute to quelling the insurgency. [Whiskey Rebellion]
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