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Directions to Oversee the Supplying of Certain Naval Ships
Mentions that previous arrangements had been made to supply certain [naval] ship captains with the articles they required, but now asks that Humphreys see to this business, with the cooperation of the …
Joshua Humphreys CorrespondenceDirection to Distribute Officer List to Cabinet, for Examination
Directs McHenry to distribute "the schedule" [apparently a list of officer applications] to the department heads [Cabinet] and have them examine it, consulting such persons as necessary to produce …
John Adams PapersDiplomatic relations with Spain
Writes that a ship that he was onboard heading out of Lisbon was fired upon by a Spanish gunboat. Describes travels through Spain and happily reports that the Spanish have surrendered posts in …
James McHenry PapersDiplomatic relations with France and Britain
The U.S. Minister to Portugal acknowledges that he has not heard from McHenry as of late due to the raising of the Provisional Army. Tries to reassure McHenry that America will likely not be invaded, …
James McHenry PapersDimensions of Weight of Iron Four-Pounders
Fleming discusses the weight of the ship and garrison iron four-pounders which will be ready to transport on the sloop the following day,.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Deter Bad People from Plunder
They have heard that Hodgdon stayed in Philadelphia rather than removing to Trenton. They hope that staying in town will not subject him to the fatal fever and that he and others will be favored with …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Details on Pay of Lewis Hewley and Bounty Due Officers
Hewley detached from Capt. Littlefields Company at West Point and sent to Ellis Island, therefore his pay was drawn at Ellis Island. Hale appealed to Simmons on behalf of John Webster for documents …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Deserving of a Majority in the Provisional Army
Although Fondey believes he should receive a majority in the Provisional Army he is currently on the list to receive a captaincy instead.
Alexander Hamilton PapersDeriving Aid from the General Officers
Among other matters, Hamilton decries the decision to waive emoluments for general officers until called into active service and hopes the President will change his mind and take advantage of this …
Alexander Hamilton PapersDemos Crestfallen or Thunderstruck, Etc.
Washington advocates the mouth of the Shenandoah River as the ideal location for the proposed arsenals and cannon foundries. He observes that the Democrats were thunderstruck by the dispatches from …
Washington's Family Papers, #538Demands Justification for Proposed Rank of Major-Generals
Acknowledges receipt of a letter informing him that Adams has appointed him a Major-General in the army. Expresses extreme dissatisfaction at his being below in rank to Major Generals Hamilton and …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Delivery of Musket
Orders to deliver musket to Erick Bollman so he can trace a pattern.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Delivery of Blank Cartridges
2000 blank cartridges to be delivered to Captain Andrew Nelson and to be charged to Pennsylvania.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Delivery of Arms to Francis
Order to deliver muskets, musket barrels, bayonets; and locks to Tench Francis all of which to be returned to public stores.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Delivering a Letter to Richard Peters
The Secretary of the Navy has a letter to be delivered to Richard Peters who lives on the other side of Schuykill. Hodgdon is to provide a man and horse for that purpose as soon as it is convenient.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Deliver of Gun Parts to Nicholson
Deliver of pair of tumblerstock* to John Nicholson, to be returned to David Ames in Springfield. *in gunlock, a pivoted plate.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Deliver LaCroyable's Medicine Chest, Etc.
The bearer should be given an order to Mr. Bass to deliver LaCroyable's medicine chest. If there is shot to spare of the kind mentioned in Mr. Francis's note, that should be included in the order.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Deficiency of Musket Cartridges, Etc.
Amidst a discussion of returns and accounts, Bryant notes that there has been a deficiency of musket cartridges due to damage and the fact that some were taken by the militia during the time of the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Deficiencies of Clothing on the Mississippi
Major Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon of the deficiencies of clothing that exist for the supply of the troops on the Mississippi.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Defense of Ports and Hamilton's Role
Letter; mentions defense of ports and Hamilton's role; mentions volunteer companies and appointments to command.
John Jay PapersDefending reputation against political charges
Smith responds to what he considers "erroneous" political charges against him, claiming that he is uninfluenced by British or French politics, only believing in the politics of independence. Smith is …
James McHenry PapersDeath of the agent of fortifications
Notification to Simmons of the death of Daniel DePonseau [ DePonceaux ], agent of fortifications in South Carolina
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Death of Soldier, Direction of Pay
Warthan, soldier, died. Instructions by Landais NOT to forward pay owed him with that of Caleb Malone.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Danger Risked by Remaining in Town, Etc.
Kepple is glad to have heard from Mr. Henry that Hodgdon has continued in good health despite the danger he risked by remaining in town.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Credibility of General Smith's Statements
McHenry notified Howard that he would write Bayard regarding facts of General Smiths statements as related by Captain Micheal.
Bayard Family Papers, MS #109 (Guide #151).
