Autograph Letter Signed
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Responding to the Hissings of Calumny, Etc.
07/11/1799 Autograph Letter SignedWilliams discusses his translation, the imminent printing of the tables, and the essay on military fireworks. He thanks Hamilton for understanding a situation similar to one Hamilton endured. His …
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Rescue the credit of your department...
07/10/1799 Autograph Letter SignedHamilton chastises McHenry for the "insufficiency of the existing plan" of providing clothing and tents and implores him to make the corrections that will rescue the reputation of his department.
Printed Versions 
Required Documents to Settle Accounts with Quartermaster General
10/25/1799 Autograph Letter SignedNorthern posts will receive clothing before winter. Advised store account must be "fair and clear". Hodgdon would like to settle accounts with Quartermaster General, requests all documents pertaining …
James Robertson Papers
Requests Speedy Resolution of Major Freeman's Accounts
04/06/1799 Autograph Letter SignedReports that Major Constant Freeman has had problems settling his account. Deems such inconsistent behavior improper. Requests that Freeman's expenses be adjusted for his activity in Georgia.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Service in Appointment to Command Military Academy
09/08/1799 Autograph Letter SignedExpresses desire that he return to his native country to be welcomed openly. Requests his service in American military, particularly to command a military academy with the appointment of Inspector …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Report on Uniform for Jared Brooks, Cadet
07/12/1799 Autograph Letter SignedAnnounces that Jared Brooks has been appointed cadet in regiment of artillerists and engineers. Requests report on uniform.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Opinion for Officer Nomations
04/10/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRefers to the President's opinion about soliciting proper characters to officer regiments of infantry. Requests opinion. Lists potential personnel officers, but requests attention to parties and …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Names of People Involved in Prisoner Rescue
03/12/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRequests names of people arrested in connection with the rescue of prisoners, complete with information about residence, civil authority, and militia experience.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests March through Pennsylvania
03/14/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRequests march on short notice from Philadelphia through Pittsburgh. Requests promptness.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Information for the Commander-in-Chief
04/28/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRefers to authority of the commander-in-chief of the army, who has declined responsibility in its affairs. Requests information preparatory for when the commander enters action.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Information for Mr. Bullet to Pay Spies in Jefferson County
10/19/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRefers to correspondence with Mr. Bullet regarding payment of spies in Jefferson County. Requests information and dates.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Information for Col. Ebenezer Stevens
07/15/1799 Autograph Letter SignedEncloses extract of letter to Col. Ebenezer Stevens. Requests information.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Information about Port Defenses
01/16/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRequests examination of all islands with military buildings in regards to defense of harbors. Requests careful attention to details.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Information about Military Bills, Officers; Paymasters; Quartermasters
03/10/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRequests copies of all passed military bills to Major Generals. Refers to military recruitment. Requests field officer. Comments on procedures for court martial and questions the proper use of …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Immediate Removal to Reading, Pennsylvania
03/14/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRequest to remove immediately to Reading, Pennsylvania with orders under Captain Shoemaker.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Immediate Removal to Reading, Pennsylvania
03/14/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRequests immediate removal of his company to Reading, PA. Requests should be made to contractor for baggage needs. Lieutenant Wollstencraft will accompany them. Will provide money for transportation.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Immediate Removal to Reading, Pennsylvania
03/14/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRequests immediate removal of all troops under his command to Reading, PA. He should request any necessary transportation from the contractor, but should carry sufficient provisions for the journey. …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Immediate Attention to French Prisoners in Baltimore
09/18/1799 Autograph Letter SignedEncloses copy of a letter from the Secretary of the Navy regarding the French prisoners who arrived in Baltimore aboard the Monteguinai. Requests immediate attention.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests Government Employment to Remain in Philadelphia
12/14/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRefers to removal of War Department office from Philadelphia, which would cause trouble for his family.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests for Issue of Assorted Military Supplies to 10th Regiment
06/10/1799 Autograph Letter SignedTwo documents, regarding the same regiment and dated the same day. The first directs issue of arms & accoutrements, tents, musical instruments, and equipment for use by the 10th Regiment. The second …
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)
Requests Discharge
05/31/1799 Autograph Letter SignedWrites of recruiting efforts in Pennsylvania with Captain Barton. Distinguishes between the provisional army and the regular army. Requests appropriate discharge.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requests copy of General Darke's letter
05/10/1799 Autograph Letter SignedWrites that he has observed in the newspapers a letter from McHenry to General William Darke on the subject of appointments in the army. Notes that a number of people are "exceedingly displeased" with …
James McHenry Papers
Requests Activity of Troops Under His Command
03/14/1799 Autograph Letter SignedRequests activity from troops under his command.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
Requesting the right to recommend officers
05/22/1799 Autograph Letter SignedExpresses offense that New Hampshire Senators John Langdon and Samuel Livermore have not sought after the opinions of himself - the Governor of New Hampshire - for officer recommendations in the …
James McHenry Papers
Requesting a Warrant for $7980
06/12/1799 Autograph Letter Signed"I have wrote [sic] the Secretary of War as usual and requested a warrant for 7980 dollars as you have requested. I will call on you tomorrow."
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
