MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
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Discussion of Transition of Government to a More Permanent Seat
Discussion of transition of government to a more permanent seat.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Indian Affairs with Creeks
Refers to recent conference between Six Nations and American representatives. Outlines treaty establishing boundary and trade. Refers to murder of Indians by Harrison. Refers to instructions of the …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Situaton at West Point with Indians
Discusses situation at the garrison. Refers to affairs at West Point, including with Indians. Suggests possibility of separating troops detached from West Point. Mentions French monarchy.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Indian Affairs; Outlines Duties of Indian Agent
Discussion of Indian affairs. Outlines treaty with Creek Nation, including boundaries, trade, punishment of Indian murders, etc. Refers to affairs at Coleraine. Reflects opinion of the President. …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Indian Affairs
Discusses affairs with the Creeks and hopes for Indians to live in peace with each other. Mentions responsibility of government and Indian agents. Refers to concerns with inhabitants of Georgia. …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses French Affairs, New Bank
Refers to dealings with France and actions with the US Senate and House in response. Discusses business with the new bank.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Exchange between Pickering and Toussard about Hispaniola
Refers to private communication between himself, Colonel Pickering, Major Toussard and efforts in Hispaniola.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Diplomatic relations between U.S. officers and the British at Canadian posts
Pickering stresses the need for officers to maintain moderate and friendly relations with the British as they and their detachments occupy the posts in Oswego and Niagara.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Defense against charges of misconduct
Lieutenant Geddes writes McHenry a defense against charges brought against him, claiming that he has been treated unjustly and demanding the he receive a fair and impartial trial.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Concerning bounty lands and certificates
Murray again requests that McHenry answer a question from one of his constituents concerning bounty lands and certificates, particularly their value. The author also reports on his wife's improved …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Comments on Indian Affairs, Rights of Choctaws
Discusses relationship between the Choctaw Nation and the US. Reports poor health. Expresses hopes for Six Nations and navigation rights on the Mississippi. Instructs on use of beads from Indian …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Capturing of American vessels and citizens
Murray expresses outrage that the French are capturing American ships and citizens trading with Great Britain, along with the "Jacobin faction" in the United States who he alleges support this action.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Appointment as Indian Commissioner
Requests attention to the proposed treaty with the Indians and the work of Mr. Morris. Seeks his advice with Col. Pickering based on his experience in Indian affairs. Hopes to appoint a gentleman from …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543US Relationship with Spain
Mentions recent difficulties with his house. Questions President's discretion with Congressional agreements. Refers to US relationship with Spain. Expresses hope against war.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Sends Money and Letters; Requests Indian Emissaries
Encloses letters and bank notes. Refers to rewards to Indians who provide emissaries or spies along the Mississippi River above the Ohio. Requests duplicate receipts.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Recommendation for John Caldwell as Treasurer of the Mint
Reports death of Dr. Way leaves the office of treasurer of the mint vacant. Asks that he recommend John Caldwell to the President.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Payment to Levi Hollings for Robert Fielding
Reports draft from Levi Hollings for Robert Fielding. Requests acknowledgment of receipt.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Compliance with Cherokee Boundaries
Requests full compliance with Cherokee boundaries.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports US Relations in Portugal
Refers to US relations in Portugal. Reports activities of the Secretary of State there, with several social events. Refers to the Spaniards on the Mississippi and Indian affairs.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports Return from Sea; Exchange with Pickering and British Officer
Reports safe landing after two months at sea. Reports exchange with a British officer and Pickering.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports celebration of the President's Birthday
Reports celebration of the President's birthday; mentions toasts made. Awaits news from the US, other than letters to the editor in the newspapers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
