MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
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Postpones Departure for New York
Refers to arrival of marines in New York. His departure has been postponed. Requested the company of Lieut. Col. Doughty at Brunswick.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Plans for Best Use of Men; Gratitude for Appointment
Has complied with request. Refers to best use of men in and out of Congress. Expresses gratitude for appointment. Plans to join the Board.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Outlines Ranks and Promotions; Recommends Hamilton and Pinckney
Pleased to announce the appointment of a major general in the army by the President and the Senate. Refers to upcoming campaign and lists names of potential candidates, including Pinckney and …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Outlines Authority and Jurisdiction for Sea Vessels
The Secretary of War will immediately provide instructions for army vessels to protect coasts. Theorizes about the constitutionally-based powers of the President over the army and the navy. Refers to …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Order of Operations for Provisional Army; French Forces in Florida
Speaks of order of operations in the provisional army. Mentions French forces in Florida.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Opinions about 2 Military Court Cases
Encloses warrants for two military courts: one a general court martial for Captain Thomas Lewis, the other a court of inquiry for Captain Edward Miller. Suggests a standardized procedure to request …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Notification of Receipt of Letters, Resignation of Lieut. Discussed
Discussed resignation of Lieut, receipt of documents from various officers. Request for clothing and medical supplies.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Notes of Presidential Speech about Providing Adequate Supplies
Promise of adequate supplies. Anxious to utilize the proper departments. Expresses trust in his careful deliberation. Believes Pickering will have more notes of the speech.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543New Act of Congress Discussed
Hamilton had not seen the recent Act of Congress regarding payment of seamen, shipmen, and officers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Negotiations of War and Peace
Refers to government. Possibility of declaration of war or of peace. Mentions Philadelphians who should be in Paris.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Mentions Young Relative George Izard
Mentions his young relation, George Izard.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Maintaints Defensive Action with France; Interaction of Martin and Peckin
Refers to an earlier request for a copy of the American Encyclopedia. Refers to judicious determination to maintain defensive position with regards to France. Fears threat of a civil war which would …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Maintains Relationship and Esteem
Explains slight delay in return to Philadelphia. Appreciates his service and seeks to promote it.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Letter Citation
Cited in McHenry to Adams, 09/15/1798. Remands applications for officer's commissions in the provisional army to McHenry, as he knows the applicants.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Interaction with the Creeks
Reports satisfaction on progress with the Creeks. Provides suggestions.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Interaction and Court Martial between Cushing and Lewis
Encloses letter to Major Cushing to the President. Requests Cushing's presence at Fort Washington with General Wilkinson, then explains Cushing's respite from this order until he could receive certain …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Instructions for Money
Instructions with money. Refers to books purchased by Wolcott for him. Refers to LeRoy Bay and the notary for stock.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Information about Secretary of the Navy
Discusses proper interaction with the Secretary of the Navy.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Information about Approval of Majors General
Confidential. Encloses steps taken and information on approval process of Major Generals. Expresses uncertainty at outcome. Seeks corrections.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Forwarding of Recommendations for Army Appointments
Forwards recommendations of men for officer appointments, along with some notes of Adams' which he asks McHenry to consider.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concerns about Elections
Concerns about local elections; mentions Smith's interests and opposition. Refers to election of Craik and Dart. Expresses concern about elections in Maryland but has high hopes for elections in …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concern about Zacharias Coxes and Citizens of Tennessee
Encloses two letters on the subject of Zacharias Coxes. Hopes to explain measures taken to defeat this matter with Lieut. Col. Butler and Silas Dinsmore, with concern for the citizens of Tennessee.
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