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Request Details on Murder
06/15/1796 Printed Document
Notification that Col. Gaither was contacted regarding regulations that were not currently being observed but must be practiced. Requests information on the murder of Big Warriors brother.
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Report Agreeable to a Request of the House of Representatives to Enquire into the State of the Naval Equipment
01/13/1796 Printed Document
Cost of building frigate, breakdown of expenses, reports included.
FO 5/13 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.
Rental of Corlaer's Hook
07/30/1796 Printed Document
Due to Mr. Fox's sudden departure from New York for Boston, McHenry requested Cheeseman secure Corlaer's hook for a monthly rent not to exceed 270 pounds New York currency. Also discussed securing …
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Problems with Indians and Drunkenness
06/14/1796 Printed Document
Despite his best efforts, Indians are frequently drunk. No liquor has officially entered camp, so Seagrove assumes it was furnished by the garrison or the contractors to the Indians. Seagrove …
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Presidential Reply on Peace Sought with France
12/16/1796 Printed Document
Grateful for his ability to serve and the approval of Congress for his service. Pledged to preserve peace b/w U.S. and French republic.
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Orders to examine and arrange ship yards and materials for frigate construction
07/12/1796 Printed Document
This letter dispatches Josiah Fox to New York, Portsmouth, NH, and Boston with orders to examine and report on the construction of frigates. Is ordered to determine terms and time line for building 36 …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)
Objects of the Military Establishment of the United States.
02/03/1796 Printed Document
Lists goals of U.S. military regarding boundary lines, military post occupation, and methods for obtaining these objectives. Advocated for preserving current military structure and force even in …
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Notification of Receipt
06/13/1796 Printed Document
"I am at this moment favored with your note, the contents of which shall have my immediate attention, and, by to-morrow morning, shall have all matters stated as you require."
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Nomination of Presidential Successor
09/24/1796 Printed Document
Notice that Electors nominated Senators for succession of President. Mentioned Chesley of Calvert.
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Negotiations Over Murder of Creeks
07/01/1796 Printed Document
Enclosed copy of treaty with Creek Nation. Indians are not satisfied with governments reaction to Creek murders by Georgia residents (Harrison and others), discussed punishments. Current sentiments …
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Moving Conference with Indians
02/28/1796 Printed Document
By order of the President, Dandridge enclosed papers respecting the proceedings b/w Gov. Blount and the Southern Indians. Requested that the Sec of War will notify the Indian Chiefs that the …
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List of the Officers in the U.S. Army; Regulations for Recruitment
1796 Printed Document
A copy of the roster of all U.S. Army officers, divided into categories of general officers, dragoons, artillerists & engineers, 4 regiments of infantry, and unattached surgeons' mates. Followed by a …
John Adams Papers
Letter from the Navy Constructor
11/04/1796 Printed Document
"Statement of materials &c. on hand in the Navy Yard at Portsmouth, New Hampshire, arranged agreeably to the foregoing instructions."
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)
Instructions for Proofing Cannons
09/27/1796 Printed Document
Describes water proof and proof of powder with instructions for Examiners.
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Indian Relations and Trade
05/13/1796 Printed Document
Arrived in Coleraine from Savannah yesterday, commissioners of Georgia to depart Savannah tomorrow. Requested copy of law regulating trade and intercourse with Creek Nation along with agreement …
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Indian Negotiations
06/16/1796 Printed Document
Enclosed correspondence b/w Hawkins, Clymer, Pickens, and Commissioners of Georgia. Negotiations with Indians began the previous day, large number of representatives present at council. Chiefs have …
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Indian Goods and Relations
05/30/1796 Printed Document
Notification that Gen. Pickens arrived in Coleraine in the morning. Appointed S. Allinson as agent for receiving and issuing supplies to Indians. Treaty has held the peace in the area. Spanish …
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Harassment of Settlers
12/24/1796 Printed Document
Reports on Indian Nations harassing inhabitants of southwestern territories which constitutes an immediate danger to security of U.S. Advised an expedition to Indian lands.
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Halting Construction of Frigates
03/15/1796 Printed Document
Mentioned "An act to provide a naval armament," and upon peace with Algiers all construction should cease. He requested Congressional opinion on halting construction due to the effect it would have …
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Frequency of Mail Delivery
05/22/1796 Printed Document
Arrival time of commissioners to Coleraine unknown. Hawkins thought it important McHenry was informed regularly on progress of negotiations with Indian tribes. He wrote contractor that carried mail …
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Foreign Relations and Patriotism
12/16/1796 Printed Document
Discussed Indian relations, acquiring prisoners from Algiers, dispute with France, and relations with other foreign nations. Lauded Washington for his services to the U.S.
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Evacuation of Posts
06/27/1796 Printed Document
Enclosed Beckwith's answer to dispatch sent to Lord Dorchester. Also enclosed orders to evacuate Fort Miamis, Detroit, Michilimackinac, Niagara, and Oswego.
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Enclosed Report on Frigates and Cost of Construction
01/20/1796 Printed Document
Enclosed report on frigates and related expenses. Report to House of Representatives enclosed.
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Enclosed Estimate for Troops Necessary to Garrison Forts Taken from British
02/24/1796 Printed Document
Forts given to U.S. by British in recent treaty required staffing. Wayne enclosed list of necessary troops and materials for Michilimackinac, Detriot, Miami, and Niagara.
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Election Favorites
12/02/1796 Printed Document
Inclosed Governor's Address printed in Green's paper. Pennsylvania ticket in favor of Jefferson, some say Adams will be elected by a majority of 6 votes. McHenry doesn't believe an election will be …
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