Autograph Draft Letter
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Supplement to the militia law
McHenry agrees with Howard's opinion that a defect in militia law must be reformed, but McHenry insists that at this point in the Congressional session, it is best to postpone the subject until later.
James McHenry PapersShipment of Six Pounders & Nine Pounders
The nine pounders will answer the purpose for which they were manufactured and should be sent though Hodgdon should judge whether they should examined, cleaned and proved before they are shipped. If …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Regarding the Spanish presence at Chickasaw Bluff
Regarding the Spanish presence at Chickasaw Bluff - located in Tennessee - and Spanish intentions to reoccupy a post in clear violation of Pinckney's Treaty, which placed the Chickasaws under U.S. …
James McHenry PapersRegarding extra expenses for USS Constellation
Regarding extra expenses for the frigate USS Constellation in Baltimore.
James McHenry PapersRegarding an insurrection involving Spanish troops
Updates Pickering on his fever and mentions an insurrection involving Spanish troops. McHenry hopes for the expulsion of the Spanish from posts in U.S. territory.
James McHenry PapersRecommendation of ambassador for French mission
Discusses mission to France, recommending Pinckney as ambassador. Discusses possible opposition in the House of Representatives.
James McHenry PapersQuestions about Correspondence
Questions power of his office, particularly as concerned with a recent incident involving a warrant for General Wayne. Includes correspondence about the matter, many referring to Indian payments.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Outlines Requirements for Future Establishments
Reflects uneasy feelings; seeks more information. Outlines requirements for establishment, including a brief budget.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Obtaining the Articles Required by the Algerian Treaty, Etc.
Wolcott wants a report on the preparations for obtaining the articles required by the Algerian Treaty. Can anything be done to accelerate the production of masts and spars. He also wants Francis's …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Obtaining Guns for the Algerian Frigate
The guns on board the revenue cutter will be returned unless they are taken for the Algerian frigate. Worries it is possible that in all the public magazines no six pounders can be found in …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Obtaining Cannon for the Frigate
Wolcott considers the prospect of obtaining the six pounders from Mr. Hughes to be remote so the question arises as to whether the short six pounders on hand can be mounted with the long nine pounders …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Nine Pounders & Six Pounders for the Frigate
Mr. DeCosta informs Wolcott that the nine pounders produced by Hughes' furnace are of sufficient quality for the frigate though they still should be cleaned and proved. If the six pounders are also …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.My Opinion Respecting the Charge for the Casks
Respecting the charge for casks mentioned in Mr. Arden's letter, Wolcott observes that his proposal seems reasonable depending of course on what the market indicates. He inquires about the safety of …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Examinations for qualifying cadets for service
Memorandum explaining the examination used to qualify and judge candidates for vacancies in the corps of engineers or elsewhere in the military.
James McHenry PapersDisposition of the Proceeds from Indian Trade
Wolcott maintains that the proceeds from Indian trade should be placed in the treasury of the Department of War so that they can be easily obtained by the Secretary of War. If placed in the General …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Diplomatic relations with the French Directory
Expresses concern over the Directory's order that General Pinckney leave Paris.
James McHenry PapersContract for the Guns of the Algerian Frigate
Since Wolcott has no confidence in Mr. Hughes, the guns for the frigate will either be detained or obtained from some other quarter.
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Concerning the spread of fever in Philadelphia
McHenry asks Benjamin Rush, a physician, for his advice on whether or not he should remove the War Office from the city of Philadelphia, which was suffering from the spread of fever.
James McHenry PapersConcerning the conduct of armed convoys
McHenry asks the Attorney General about the proper conduct for armed convoys in protecting American merchants against searches by ships of war of belligerent powers.
James McHenry PapersConcerning dragoons and presidential powers
Requests the opinion of the Attorney General on executive powers to prevent the arrangement of dragoons into infantry, according to a bill passed in May 1796 in Congress. McHenry concludes by stating …
James McHenry PapersConcerning a published letter in the newspaper
McHenry comments on a letter written by Pickering that found itself published in a newspaper. Also encloses a packet that he requests be sent to the President.
James McHenry PapersArticles to Capt.Francis Bright
Wolcott requests that the following articles be delivered to Capt. Francis Bright, commander of the revenue cutter being built for the Virginia Station: 25 tons of iron ballast and five four-pounder …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Alliances with Neighboring Spanish Governments
Sevier discusses the potential of forming alliances with neighboring Spanish governments as a means of protecting the southwestern frontier.
Timothy Pickering PapersA More Formal Power of Attorney for Mr. Wilkins
Wolcott questions the legality of the informal Power of Attorney Samuell Hodgdon received from Mr. Wilkins. The Comptroller of the Treasury recommends that Hodgdon procure a power that will authorize …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.View of the Finances of the United States
Responding to a request from the Secretary of War, this is a presentation of US revenues: duties, imports, and finances from 1795-1798. It discusses debt: interest and the proposed payment. It …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.
