Alexander Hamilton Papers
362 documents
Letter from General Wilkinson
Hamilton sends to McHenry a letter from General Wilkinson and asks that it be forwarded if there is nothing objectionable contained within.
Alexander Hamilton PapersLetter from Captain Gates
Enclosed is a copy of a letter from Captain Gates, dated Castle William, February 13th, 1799, in which he complains of the want of clothing and blankets.
Alexander Hamilton PapersLetter Addressed to Major Ford
Dayton informs Hamilton that he was compelled to hire an express to ensure that the letter to Major Ford reached him in an expeditious manner.
Alexander Hamilton PapersLeaving Minute Details to the Principal Actors, Etc.
Hamilton discusses a number of concerns: the Indian boundary line, martial law at Detroit; money and clothing to the States, and leaving details to the officers most in a position to handle them.
Alexander Hamilton PapersLe Garrison Reste Souvent Sans Officers
Tousard discusses the need to provide officers for the garrison at Newport in in case there is a sudden attack.
Alexander Hamilton PapersKnight's Statement: Confrontation between Vance & Simmons
This is a formal statement by Lieut. John Knight of the 2nd Regiment of the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers regarding the angry confrontation between William Simmons, Accountant for the War …
Alexander Hamilton PapersIssuing Clothing Through Regimental Paymasters
Hamilton describes the process by which clothing is to be issued through regimental paymasters.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInstructions, Schedules, and Regulations
Hamilton's instructions are enclosed and the schedules and regulations will be forwarded as soon as they are written out.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInstructions Given by the Secretary of War to Major Tousard
McHenry provides detailed instructions to Tousard regarding the defense of the northeast.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInstructions for Two Regimental Commanders
Hamilton conveys a sense of urgency to Lt. Cols. Rice and Hunnewell regarding the organization, staffing, and mission of their regiments.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInspecting the Company of Capt. Gates
Gibbs compliments the discipline and appearance of the men of Captain Gates' Company.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInforming the Commander in Chief
McHenry stresses the importance of keeping General Washington well informed so that when he does take command, he can do so with the knowledge he needs to be an effective commander.
Alexander Hamilton PapersIncentives for Musicians & Extra Allowances for Officers
McHenry explains the pay incentives that are available for attracting drummers and fifers and the circumstances in which extra allowances are allowed for officers.
Alexander Hamilton PapersIllegal Speculation in Indians Lands, Etc.
Among a number of matters, McHenry indicts those who have speculated illegally in lands belonging to Indians and then had the audacity to complain to the government when those unlawful actions …
Alexander Hamilton PapersHousing for the Turtle and the Toad, Etc.
Martial law should not currently be exercised at Detroit and, as temporary commander in General Wilkinson's absense, Colonel Hamtramck should take whatever actions are needed to guarantee the peace …
Alexander Hamilton PapersHamtramck's Report from the Western District
Hamtramck reports that he has recovered his health and has resumed his former command. He talks of his progress from Natchez and comments on the land-grabbing of the people of Kentucky and Tennessee. …
Alexander Hamilton PapersHagner's Statement: Confrontation Between Samuel Vance & William Simmons
This is a formal statement by Peter Hagner regarding the confrontation between William Simmons and Captain Samuel Vance in which Vance accused Simmons of being a villain.
Alexander Hamilton PapersGrossly Insulted by Samuel Vance
Simmons asserts that he has been grossly insulted by Capt. Samuel Vance and asks that Vance be detained in Philadelphia until statements from the witnesses to the incident can be collected.
Alexander Hamilton PapersGeneral Wilkinson's Report on the Western Army
General Wilkinson submits his report on events in the Southern Disgtrict.to the Secretary of War for late 1798.
Alexander Hamilton PapersGeneral Command of the Post on the Lakes
While effusively praising Hamilton, Lt. Col. Hamtramck asks that he be given the general command of the post on the Lakes.
Alexander Hamilton PapersForwarding the Letter to General Wilkinson
McHenry assures Hamilton that he has received his letter for General Wilkinson and that it will be forwarded to Knoxville and sent from there by express to Wilkinson.
Alexander Hamilton PapersForwarding Oaths for the Commandants, Etc.
Among other matters. Hamilton wants the following sent to each commandant: 704 copies of official oaths, 300 copies of weekly returns of recruits, and thirteen copies of the Articles of War. Colonel …
Alexander Hamilton PapersFortifying the Port of New York
Governor Jay awaits Hamilton's advice before contacting the New York state legislature regarding fortifying the Port of New York.
Alexander Hamilton PapersForming Contracts in Cases Where Some Already Exist
Hamilton describes the process by which contracts can be arranged in cases where previous contracts are still in effect.
Alexander Hamilton PapersExtract of Colonel Butler's Letter
McHenry forwards an extract of a letter from Colonel Thomas Butler who is located at Belle Canton in Tennessee.
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