James McHenry Papers
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Concerning vacancies in Colonel Taylor's regiment
Concerning vacancies in Colonel Taylor's regiment; states that it will not be too late for him to alter a list of recommended appointments to be sent to President Adams.
James McHenry PapersConcerning the Springfield Armory
Inform the Superintendent of the Springfield Armory that the services of Mr. Orr are needed by the Treasury Secretary, asking him if Orr's absence would damage the daily functions of the armory.
James McHenry PapersConcerning the erection of permanent magazine buildings
States that three permanent magazines - for the safekeeping of military stores - will suffice for the United States, located in Springfield, Massachusetts; Harper's Ferry, Virginia; and Rocky Mount. …
James McHenry PapersConcerning the authority of General Washington
Refers the Brigadier General to the authority of George Washington as the head of the Provisional Army on certain matters.
James McHenry PapersConcerning the appointment of Lee's son to service
Asks Thomas Lee if he would rather his son be commissioned to serve in the cavalry or infantry; the former sending him to Georgia or Tennessee, the latter sending him to Maryland.
James McHenry PapersConcerning supplies, quarters, and rations for New Jersey regiments
On the subject of quartering regiments in New Jersey for the winter, with mention of rations and supplies for the year 1800.
James McHenry PapersConcerning rations, recruitment, and regiments in New Jersey
Concerning rations, three regiments to be stationed in Brunswick or Jersey, and recruitment services.
James McHenry PapersConcerning rations for the First Regiment
Encloses a letter from Alexander Hamilton concerning the pay for and parts of rations due to the First Regiment. Requests that the accountant report back to him information to send to General …
James McHenry PapersConcerning rank and resignation from service
A senior officer and veteran of the Revolutionary War resigns from service, citing the appointment of junior officers to command the militia as one of several reasons. Colonel Hall reflects on his …
James McHenry PapersCompleting the three arsenals and establishing a fourth
Stoddert suggests to McHenry that if the three United States arsenals were completed and filled with arms, a fourth arsenal - or possibly a fifth or sixth - should be established as well. This should …
James McHenry PapersCommissioning officers and the recruiting process
Tracy informs McHenry that he has consulted with Colonel Taylor and gotten his approval for the recommended officers from a previous letter. Tracy also updates McHenry on the recruiting process in …
James McHenry PapersCaptain of Infantry for the Provisional Army
Dandridge informs McHenry that he must turn down his appointment to be Captain of Infantry for the Provisional Army due to engagements in Europe out of his control.
James McHenry PapersCandidate for a position in the Provisional Army
Briefly responds to a recommendation from Alexander Patterson for a potential candidate for a position in the Provisional Army.
James McHenry PapersBalance unexpended for fortifications
Balance unexpended for fortifications, provided by the Treasury Department.
James McHenry PapersArmy nominations for the Southern Department
Encloses a letter from his uncle and urges McHenry to not forget him when the army nominations for the Southern Department take place.
James McHenry PapersAppointment of Lieutenant House as paymaster
Informs General Hamilton that he has no objection to the appointment of Lieutenant House as paymaster of the first regiment.
James McHenry PapersAppointment of Colonel Watts
Writes to Congressman Harper before leaving to Trenton that Colonel Watts has already accepted his appointment, otherwise he would give consideration to his wishes.
James McHenry PapersAppointing officers for the Provisional Army
Argues that it would be better to fully prepare and appoint officers for the Provisional Army now than wait until immediate danger comes.
James McHenry PapersApplication for captaincy and commentary on the Napoleonic Wars
Congressman Dennis forwards a letter of recommendation from Capt. Newton for a particular individual's application for captaincy, insisting that he is a "good Federalist." Dennis proceeds to discuss …
James McHenry PapersAdditional expenses at Harper's Ferry
Asks War Department accountant to entrust John Mackey - paymaster and store keeper at Harper's Ferry - with additional funds necessary for expenses, including travel.
James McHenry PapersAccounts and balances of the War Department
Accounts and balances of the War Department; includes abstracts A, B, and C. Includes balances of James Wilkinson, John McKee, and Benjamin Hawkins.
James McHenry PapersAccount statements for monies advanced from the War Office
Acknowledges receipt of a letter directing that statements of Mr. Lewis's accounts for monies advanced from the War Office be prepared.
James McHenry Papers"Vile and dirty" tactics in Congressional races
Parker complains of the "vile and dirty means" by which his opponent for Congress attempted to beat him in the election, but revels in the ultimate defeat of his opponent at the polls.
James McHenry PapersUnsettled accounts and various transactions
Receipt for goods bought from Joseph Case, paid for by the purveyor Israel Whelen. McHenry mentions unsettled accounts.
James McHenry PapersSupply of 24-pounder cannons
Secretary of War Samuel Dexter asks the former Secretary of War James McHenry on the subject of 24-pounder cannons, nine long and twelve short.
James McHenry Papers
