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Report to the President on Military Reorganization
12/24/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Outline to improve military, pressing issue of possible war with European nation. Influenced greatly by letter from Washington to McHenry of 1798/12/13.
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Report on the Property Line in Tennessee
02/16/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Hawkins, Colonel Burns, and Colonel Clements examined and reported on the border line between U.S. property and Indian land, settlers told to move.
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Report No. 81 on Petition by Stephen Cantrill
04/05/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Report of Sec. of War on petition: Cantrill requested compensation for services provided related to expedition in Cherokee nations country. Cantrill ordered by General Robertson to destroy two …
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Report from Secretary of War Regarding Boundary of Cherokee Nation
01/05/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Negotiations of Cherokee Treaty with the territory south of the Ohio recounted. Governor hoped treaty would be ratified soon due to encroaching settlers. Indian council consensus settled that the …
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Replacement of Cannon on Frigate United States
03/19/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Iron cannon intended for frigate United States was deemed unfit. New cannon to be procured by state of New York from a foundry in Connecticut as soon as possible. Jay requests a loan to purchase …
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Repairs and Improvements to Ports
10/24/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
President authorized the use of money for repair and improvements to forts in New York and appointed Hamilton to superintend the execution of it. Jay requested all information required to commence …
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Reorganization of Armed Forces, with details
12/13/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Improvements to armed forces explained in detail. Washington suggested reducing the number of officers in the infantry and cavalry for multiple reasons. Washington also addressed the difficulty of …
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Removal of Troops, Barracks
11/20/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Barracks at West Point require a few repairs, Barrack on Governor's Island complete. Some troops housed at West Point and New York City must be moved to new barracks. Families joined troops …
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Remarks upon the proposed Regulations for the Recruiting Service
07/28/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
List of comments on the proposed Regulations. Personal opinion on recruiting, payment of soldiers, deserters, court martial, and bounty.
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Remarks on the Proposed Regulations for Recruiting Services
07/28/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Hamilton commented on the proposed Articles for the Regulation of the Recruiting Services. Hamilton believed the military should take steps to maintain its enlisted officers through pay and rank …
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Remarks of Excessive Expenditures
02/12/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Requested assistance in compiling the list of expenses associated with the "Act to provide a Naval Armament", the current expenses far exceeded the estimated amounts and it made McHenry uneasy.
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Reference to Letter Only
10/20/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
notation of letter in appendix only, no letter found.
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Recommendation for William Armstrong
08/01/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Hamilton believed that despite Armstrong's previous citizenship in England, the man would make a good Major with outstanding moral character. Hamilton also noted that if hostilities progressed, the …
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Reciept of Letter Regarding Payment and Departure for Hampton Roads
06/14/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Lieut. Triplett to be paid via Col. Fitzgerald and was notified that Truxton traveled to Hampton Roads.
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Receipt of Commission as Inspector and Major General
10/19/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Receipt and acceptance of commission as Inspector and Major General, Hamilton planned to visit McHenry in November. Acknowledged letter from McHenry and planned to confer with Maj. Hoops and Col. …
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Receipt of Clothing
08/30/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Noted arrival of military clothing at Fort Mifflin, but Meminger has yet to examine it. Requested Hodgdon forward the enclosed letter on behalf of Maj. Tousard.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Questions to General of Army on Officer Appointments
1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
McHenry requested Washington's advice on when to appoint officers and staff regiments of provisional army if law regarding armed forces passes in Congress.
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Quantity of Stores on Hand
07/26/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Details of quantity of powder and other supplies on hand and discussed shipments of military stores to different named locations.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Purchase of Land Owned by Cherokees in Tennessee
02/13/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
McHenry informed Jackson, Claiborne, and Anderson that the Commissioners appointed to hold treaty were notified of advice given by three authors in previous letter. Commissioners will seek approval …
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Provisions for the Frigate "Constellation"
04/12/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Enclosed is an order for Tench Francis to deliver provisions intended for the frigate "Constellation."
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Provisional Measures for the Protection of Commerce
04/09/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Enclosed are the expenses of the provisional measures intended for the protection of commerce.
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Protection of the Barque "Adriana"
05/29/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
McHenry orders Captain Dale to provide for the protection of the barque "Adriana" during her voyage from New York to the Bay of Delaware.
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Promotion of Officers
08/21/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Wolcott unable to relocate due to the injury it would cause in his career. Appointment and promotion of officers discussed.
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Presidents Response to House of Rep. Address on Foreign Policy
12/14/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Adams acknowledged House desire to strengthen defenses and adopting policy that would allow for a quick rally of troops. Adams assured Congress he would remain vigilant to nations ideal of …
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Presidential Response to Senate Address on French Policy
12/12/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
President gratefully received Senate approval of policy to continue defense of sea from French privateers and seizure of merchant goods.
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