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Collecting and Repairing Arms for the Militia
Major Langham is making demands on Hodgdon for money to finance the collecting and repairing of arms used by the Militia of Virginia when called out. Based on his experience with Colonel Carrington of …
Timothy Pickering PapersJones informing Osborn of a change in orders; asking Osborn to reconsider resigning
Jones acknowledges that the Secretary of War received Osborn's commission (that Osborn sought to resign). However Jones informs Osborn that the previous day Col. Rochefontaine was instructed to send …
Samuel Osborn Papers, Misc. MSS. Coll., Mm8001407Introducing a French gentleman to the U.S. Minister to France
McHenry informs Monroe - who is currently serving as the U.S. Minister to France - of a French gentleman who wishes to pay him a visit in Paris.
James McHenry PapersEnclosed Muster and Pay Rolls, Etc.
Gibson certifies receipt of money for the recruiting service, encloses his muster and pay rolls. He asks that Simmons pay a Philadelphia merchant for Gibson's credit.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Unknown Business
Skinner informs Simmons that it took over fifty days for Simmons' letter to reach him. He says that Simmons' office is unknown to him so the business stated in the letter should be brought to the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Weyman's Army Experiences
Weyman describes in detail the events that led to his decision to leave his situation under Capt. Thomas Lewis although he stresses that he finds nothing wanting in Capt. Lewis.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Unfounded Suspicions of Colonel Smith
An alternative to William Smith has been presented for the post of Lieutenant Colonel Commandant. Apparently Smith has been charged in the opinion of his fellow citizens with serious misconduct.
Sixth Congress: Executive Nominations to the Senate [6B-A2 & A3] (RG46) (M1706, Roll 4)Enclosed Drafts
Enclosed are drafts from Caleb Swan, with a total of $6130, which should be forwarded to the Secretary of War.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Dispute Over Arms & Accoutrements Allegedly Issued to Militia During Whiskey Rebellion
Addresses militia activities during the Whiskey Insurrection, specifically their petition to be supplied with arms and accoutrements. Apparently these were given by the [state or federal?] …
John HenrySundry Deployments of Officers, Etc.
McHenry discusses sundry officer deployments. It seems likely that Mr. Love, who belongs to the 4th Regiment, will be attached to the officer who has been ordered by Colonel Hamilton to Salisbury in …
James McHenry Papers - Microfilm #3384Remember Me if There is Any Vacancy
Clarkson wants to be remembered by Hodgdon in case a vacancy occurs for a clerk's or any other position in his office.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Necessary Goods for the Creek Factory
The post will leave before Price is able to enclose a complete list of goods required by the Creek Factory. A full list to follow shortly. He stated in this letter that they are in want of many …
Correspondence (Letters Received, Letters Sent, and Accounts) of the Creek Factory, 1795-1814. (RG75)Manufacturing Muskets
Secretary Wolcott acknowledges William Henry's letter offering to fabricate [manufacture] muskets for the use of the United States but contracts for that purpose have already been made. Since it is …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Ill-Judged and Unlucky Mission
Harper provides his assessment of American-French relations.
Robert Goodloe Harper Papers, Mm82024950Moving from Philadelphia to Washington
President Adams has directed that the public offices attached to the seat of government should be removed from Philadelphia and relocated to the City of Washington. Simmons should arrange the affairs …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Letter from the Secretary at War
Largely illegible letter from the Secretary at War; mentions General Pinckney. McHenry is serving his final days as Secretary at War.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Detention of the Frigate "Portsmouth"
General Wilkins mentioned a report in circulation in Richmond that the consuls had detained the frigate "Portsmouth" at Havre. As a consequence, insurance in London on American property has increased …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
