James McHenry Papers
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Appointing a lieutenant
States that he will keep Rutledge's letter to the Secretary of the Navy and writes that he will be able to find a lieutenant in a short time.
James McHenry PapersApplications for compensation and allowances
Refers several applications from officers and agents for compensation for services performed, or allowances for expanses.
James McHenry PapersAn order for six muskets for the President's household
Requests a delivery of six muskets to the house of John Adams, to be done secretly and without attention.
James McHenry PapersAccepting position of Major General in the Provisional Army
Pinckney gladly accepts the position of Major General in the Provisional Army. Requests that his former secretary, Henry Middleton Rutledge, receive a commission. Also notes that he heard from William …
James McHenry PapersWintering of troops stationed in New Jersey
Senator Dayton corresponds with McHenry on the wintering of troops stationed in New Jersey, requesting that a new contract for the supplying of rations be immediately drawn up for Dayton's brother, …
James McHenry PapersWant of clothing for troops in Connecticut
Expresses regret that soldiers in Litchfield are in need of clothing, stating that it harms efforts to encourage recruitment into the army. Explains the deficiencies by arguing that occasions arise …
James McHenry PapersTurning down the position of Inspector General
Politely turns down the United States' offer to make him Inspector General of the Artillery, explaining that he already has too many engagements and obligations. Concludes, however, by stating his …
James McHenry PapersSupplies for Soldiers in Litchfield, Connecticut
Describes want of supplies for soldiers stationed in Litchfield, Connecticut under Captain Ranney. Mentions that the recruiting service there already has 36 men, but asks why they are furnished with …
James McHenry PapersState of recruiting services
Provides a list of appointed officers. States that he is pleased that the recruiting service is doing well in Connecticut, which he says is doing well everywhere.
James McHenry PapersSending commissions to regimental officers
On the subject of sending commissions to officers appointed in the regiments for the Provisional Army. Informs Sedgwick that he has written Mr. Goodhue and Mr. Dexter for a list of candidates.
James McHenry PapersRewarding those who capture deserters
Discusses the subject brought up by General Hamilton on whether it would be wise for parties of soldiers (or individual soldiers) who apprehend a deserter to be rewarded. Also mentions a citizen's …
James McHenry PapersRequests for leave of absence
Informs Colonel Moore that he has no objection to his short absence from the regiment, however, advises that in the future he request it from General Hamilton, as to not show disrespect.
James McHenry PapersRequests copy of General Darke's letter
Writes that he has observed in the newspapers a letter from McHenry to General William Darke on the subject of appointments in the army. Notes that a number of people are "exceedingly displeased" with …
James McHenry PapersRequesting the right to recommend officers
Expresses offense that New Hampshire Senators John Langdon and Samuel Livermore have not sought after the opinions of himself - the Governor of New Hampshire - for officer recommendations in the …
James McHenry PapersReport on a fleet headed to Ireland
Addresses a newspaper report that a fleet is in all probability headed to Ireland, and that the United States must take precautions to protect their own principal forts against any undesirable …
James McHenry PapersRegimental surgeons and chaplains
Encloses a copy of correspondence between himself and Major General Pinckney, along with a letter to Colonels Rice and Hunnewell on candidates for regimental surgeons and surgeons' mates. States the …
James McHenry PapersRegarding the punishment for desertion
States that it is expedient to empower the Commanding General of an army to decide and execute upon all sentences of the court martial, including any recommendations of clemency, for the crime of …
James McHenry PapersRegarding locations for the War Office
Talks of the advantages and disadvantages of having his office in Trenton or Philadelphia, mentioning family as an issue. Agrees with the Treasury Secretary that a date for a meeting between all …
James McHenry PapersRegarding contractors of supplies and rations
Expresses some disappointment and doubt in reference to the contractors for supplies and rations. Mentions the Western Army and the Atlantic seaboard.
James McHenry PapersRegarding an unpaid loan
Complains that he has not yet received a repayment for a twenty dollar loan, despite being promised repayment within fourteen days.
James McHenry PapersRecommended officers for the Provisional Army
Tracy provides a list of recommend officers to fill vacancies in the Provisional Army. Tracy also expresses frustration with the authors of the Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions, along with a concern …
James McHenry PapersReceiving pay for army services
Responds to Dr. Osborne's request that he be paid his dues for serving as surgeon's mate from June 1 to August 9. McHenry's tone is particularly brutal, as he chastises Osborne for not knowing the …
James McHenry PapersRations for troops stationed in New Jersey
Senator Dayton requests some additional information about the supplying of rations to U.S. troops stationed in both Elizabethtown and New Jersey as a whole. Dayton wishes to know whether the supply of …
James McHenry PapersPromotions and appointments for the Twelfth Regiment of Infantry
Encloses a list of promotions and appointments for the Twelfth Regiment of Infantry and requests - if approved by the President - to have the authority to announce to the respective candidates their …
James McHenry PapersOrganizing a hospital establishment
On the subject of organizing a hospital establishment, requesting the service of Senator Read's brother, who is a doctor.
James McHenry Papers
