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Case of Major Tousard
In one of his last actions as Secretary of War, McHenry makes the case of Major Lewis Tousard to the President of the United States. Tousard was late a part of the regiment of artillerists and …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Capturing of merchant vessels
Letter to the President of the United States regarding the belligerent capture of neutral merchant vessels, particularly by Great Britain. The letter addresses neutral vessels carrying enemy goods, …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Captain Merchant's suspicious arrival in Alexandria
Captain Merchant arrived in Alexandria under such suspicious circumstances as to warrant his confinement and that of his crew. Hodgdon wishes for Condy to go to Alexandria and accept the property on …
[Empty Placeholder Collection for Incomplete Collection Associations.]Capt. Irvine in Charleston to recover from illness
General William Irvine answers a letter from William Simmons addressed to his son, Captain Irvine. Cannot offer any reasons why he has not furnished Simmons according to promise. Mentions that …
[Empty Placeholder Collection for Incomplete Collection Associations.]Capt. Hyde's Delinquent Account
Capt. Hyde assures Simmons that, despite the dreadful disease in his breast, he intends to settle his public accounts without a moment's delay. It is his intention to close this business quickly so …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Cannon Belonging to the United States
Dexter wants a report of the number and kinds of cannon belonging to the Military Department of the United States.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Burglary of the Superintendent's Office
It appears that the office of the Superintendent of Arms at Springfield has been broken open and considerable depredations made on his papers. This burlary occurred six to eight weeks ago but recently …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Brigadier General Macpherson's pay and entitlements on Northampton Expedition
Simmons discusses what he calls the extraordinary expenses of Brigadier General Macpherson, incurred for himself and his family and for guards or guests at tavern. He goes on to discuss what might be …
Muster Rolls of Volunteer Organizations: War With Northwest Indians, 1790-1795. (RG94)Blankets to Sell
[Rowmalls] and blankets received, more requested for sale.
Correspondence (Letters Received, Letters Sent, and Accounts) of the Creek Factory, 1795-1814. (RG75)Bills, Transportation of Supplies, and Elections
States elections in Pennsylvania are "generally against the Federal interest." Requests to be informed on whether or not Capt. Turner has paid his bill, discussed the unusual detention of his box. …
James Robertson PapersBill for the regulation of public arsenals and magazines
Writes that he has examined the bill "An Act for the Regulation of Public Arsenals and Magazines," approving of the bill and concluding that it will likely be passed.
James McHenry PapersBayonets to Bayonet Scabbard Contractors for Fitting
Letter, directs send bayonets to bayonet scabbard contractors to ensure fit.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndAvoiding the Dey's Rage
Captain Smith is afraid that the Dey will rage when he sees a frigate arrive loaded with goods to pay the debts owed others while only a small brig has been dispatched to discharge his demands. A …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionAvoiding Injury to the Arms
Phelps & Sandford state that unless the arms in their store are overhauled they will be much injured. That includes the wood part as well as the iron.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Authorization to Draw Up Contracts
Sherman authorized Peter B. Porter to make contracts for the supply of troops.
Cherry Hill CollectionAugmentation of My Salary
Because of his care, diligence, and efforts in preventing the books from getting into a state of arrearage, Wilson is soliciting an augmentation in his salary. Others whose duties are less arduous …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Assurances of Rights to Claims
Recounts evidence of support for American cause in Revolutionary war and property losses sustained entitling McGown to compensation for refugees.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Assistant and T. Francis
Will examined documents from Craig after current project for Congress is finished. Agreed one assistant at Pittsburgh would be sufficient. Noted Tench Francis died last evening.
James Robertson PapersAssistance to Tracy
Requested Craig assist Uriah Tracy who is a visiting senator from Connecticut. Requested Craig furnish a letter of introduction for Tracy if he required one to complete his business.
James Robertson PapersAssistance in Obtaining Public Employment
Since Waters has made progress in bringing forward a farm in the County of York District of Maine, it would now be agreeable for him to obtain public employment. He asks for Hodgdon's assistance in …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Assimilating Influence of the Military State
Since Mr. Wilson appears to be a genteel sensible young man Hamilton has no objections to placing him in the new battalion. It would seem prudent to appoint young men who may not be of sound politics …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Ascertaining the Articles Belonging to Each Regiment
Williams apoligizes for being unable to provide information regarding the articles from Oxford. He has already stated the impossibility of ascertaining the regiment for which each article is intended …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Articles Wanted That Are Not in Store
Dexter admonishes Hodgdon because military stores and ordnance are not in store that are needed in Detroit and Niagara. Therefore, they should either be purchased or fabricated. He wants a return of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Articles That Can Be Disposed Of in Lieu of Cash, Etc.
Smith discusses his experiences dealing with the rulers of Algiers and the Jewish people with whom he does business. Antisemitic language.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Articles Shipped, Money Due N. Wright
Enclosed invoice of merchandise shipped on the sloop Independence, N. Wright to receive salary for E. Wright.
Correspondence (Letters Received, Letters Sent, and Accounts) of the Creek Factory, 1795-1814. (RG75)
