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Promises Assistance to Request
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MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Procuring Workers for the Canal, Etc.
Mackey complains that there is such a habitual laziness of the poor in the county that it is difficult to procure workers for the canal. Nevertheless, one third of the canal has been dug.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Procuring Woolen Overalls for the Troops
Ebenezer Stevens was asked to procure woolen overalls for the troops in the harbor of New York and at West Point. However, he was informed by Simmons that supplying overalls was not credited to his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Procuring a Large Iron Press of Suitable Construction
Ames observes that a large iron press of suitable construction would be useful in punching locks and mounting and patterns might be cut with less trouble. Since it is very difficult to obtain good …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Procuring a Further Supply of Water
He needs another water supply to accommodate the engine in case of fire, it might be necessary to dig another well and sink two large cisterns.Hodgdon's approval and directions are required.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Processing Claims
Currently busy settling accounts with Quartermaster Gen. before he departs for Philadelphia, Craig will attend to Hodgdon's requests once business is complete. Medicine, hospital stores, and clothing …
James Robertson PapersPrivate Letter Regarding Commissions and Recruiting
Friendly, private letter regarding discontent with the delay commissions and recruiting services. Many men have put their lives on hold in expectation of a commission and want to know how much longer …
Frederick Chase CollectionPrinciples Upon Which My Conduct Must Be Founded
Strong chronicles the ongoing disputes betwen the residents and the soldiery on the northwestern frontier and asks McHenry to clarify the principles upon which he must act to resolve these disputes.
Alexander Hamilton PapersPrices of Musket Mounting
Nicholson sends a list of the prices of Charlesville musket mounting. Prices of the brass mounting for British muskets are similar.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Price of Carriages
A deduction in the price of carriages stipulated in Tredwell's first agreement with Jacob Blount will be required to meet the specifications of the Secretary of War. Since the value of the carriages …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Preventing Incendiaries from Blowing Up the Magazine
Fleming discusses the precautions he has undertaken to protect the magazine at West Point from blowing up due to incendiaries.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Pressing Call for Musket Stocks
The Superintendent of the Armory has a pressing need for musket stocks. Williams is worried that the workers will stand idle for want of these articles if they are not forwarded immediately. In their …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Presidential Transmission of Court Martials
Reports transmission to the President of court martials under his order.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Presidential Request
Makes reference to a request of the President. Outlines regulations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Presidential Pardon to Captain Wright and Tisdale Atwood for Desertion
Message from the President pardoning Captain Wright and Tisdale Atwood for charges of desertion. Requests careful communication to officers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Presidential Confirmation for Mr. Fowler; List of Officers
Speaks of presidential confirmation of appointment of Mr. Fowler. Lists names for additional appointments.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Preparing to Transport the 3rd Regiment
Miller wants Hodgdon to forward him the orders that Mr. Harris sent him respecting the preparations for the 3rd Regiment to be transported to Mr. Crafts of Charlestown, South Carolina and to Griffith …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Preparatory Steps for Commencing the Recruiting Service, Etc.
Among other matters McHenry discusses the steps needed to begin the recruiting service. He notes Mr. Francis will report on the exact periods at which calculations can be made regarding certain …
Alexander Hamilton PapersPower of Attorney to James Miller, Etc.
The Power of Attorney has been given to James Miller and should be deposited at the War Office on April 18th. Any money that Miller wants prior to that time should be paid to him. All the bills drawn …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
