Whiskey for the army
Document 1794The Commissioner of the Revenue states that in light of the Whiskey Rebellion, there is now little probability that the military may obtain a timely supply for 1795 of whiskey lawfully distilled in western Pennsylvania. There is also a possibility that the same cause may prevent a supply of whiskey from Kentucky and western Virginia. Urges that it is a matter of importance that eventual arrangements be made to ensure that the Western Army will receive the necessary quantities.
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Printed Document
Description
The Commissioner of the Revenue states that in light of the Whiskey Rebellion, there is now little probability that the military may obtain a timely supply for 1795 of whiskey lawfully distilled in western Pennsylvania. There is also a possibility that the same cause may prevent a supply of whiskey from Kentucky and western Virginia. Urges that it is a matter of importance that eventual arrangements be made to ensure that the Western Army will receive the necessary quantities.
Date
08/08/1794
Author
Recipient
Sent from
Treasury Department
Collection
Document number
1794080840000
Note
LC, RG 75, Letters of Tench Coxe, Commissioner of the Revenue, Relating to the Procurement of Military, Naval, and Indian Supplies.
Notable persons
Alexander Hamilton
Tench Coxe
Army
Notable locations
Treasury Department
Revenue Office
Pennsylvania
Kentucky
Virginia
West Virginia
Notable items
spirits
distillery
whiskey
Whiskey Rebellion
revolt
insurrection