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McHenry's Bank Account
McHenry discusses his bank account and asks that the monies be applied to his credit even though he neglected to bring his bank book with him.
Stephen Raphel PapersMcHenry Instructs Guion to Observe Instructions from Wilkinson
James McHenry directs the officer in charge at Natchez (Guion at this time) to observe instructions from BG Wilkinson.
Clairborne (JFH) CollectionMcHenry Instructs Guion to Inform Citizens and Spanish Garrisions of Est. of U.S. Governance in Mississippi Territory
James McHenry asks the commander of U.S. troops at Natchez (Guion, at this time) to inform inhabitants that a bill establishing government for the Mississippi Territory (of which they are a part) is …
Clairborne (JFH) CollectionMcHenry Gives Guion Specifications for a Report on Possible Fort Sites on Southern Border of U.S.
McHenry comments that while he does not know the President's wishes on establishing a new fort on the 31st line of north latitude, the boundary line est. in the Treaty of Madrid, but asks that a …
Clairborne (JFH) CollectionMcHenry Expresses Embarrassment
McHenry expresses embarrassment about being presented papers from a subject he wished to avoid renewing.
William Loughton Smith PapersMatters of Clothing for Myself and My Servants, Etc.
In a typically inscrutable Sargent missive, the following are the legible portions: two fashionable [?]; Mrs. Sargent; young lady; whole length of tape or measure; her daughter, Miss Mary Williams; …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Maryland's Claim relative to Military Stores Delivered to its Militia
Hodgdon discusses the claim of Maryland relative to military stores delivered to its militia during the expedition against the western insurgents. Further documentation is needed to support the claim.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Marquee Tent with Poles for Major Tousard
Harris is to deliver to Major Tousard one marquee tent with poles and flies.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Marine for Frigate United States
Directs Barry to record Jonathan Shattuck as a Marine for the frigate.
John Barry Collection.Marine Commission as Lieutenant aboard USS Constitution
Lieutenant LemuelClerk receives commission to serve as an Lieutenant of Marines aboard the USS Constitution. Appointed by the President. Requests attention to rules and regulations.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of Navy to Officers, Mar 1798-Sep 1886. (RG45) (M149)Marine Clothing to Lieutenant McRea
Harris is asked to deliver six complete suits of of Marine's clothing to Lieutenant William McRea for the Marines on board the Frigate "United States."
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionMarine Articles Purchased for the Navy
The Secretary of Navy has ordered his storekeeper to take charge of all articles purchased for the use of the Navy so Harris is ordered to send such articles to the Navy store.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Many Obligations on Me
When delivered, the enclosed letter is one of importance and will confer many obligations on Betterton.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Many Interments This Morning, Etc.
In addition to supply concerns related to Craig's post, Hodgdon comments on the number of burials taking place in Philadelphia despite his conviction that the disease in the city is abating.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Manning of the Frigates
Pay of able seamen to be increased to $17 per month. Rogers is ordered to enter them for the Constellation at that rate of pay.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of Navy to Officers, Mar 1798-Sep 1886. (RG45) (M149)Managing the People Removed from Indian Land
Butler expresses approval of the executive's appointment of commissioners to hold a treaty with the Cherokee Indians. They will be able to make a report on on the lands which the United States may …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Malignant and Ambitious Desires
Governor Sevier warns of the malignant and ambitious desires of France.
Timothy Pickering PapersMaking Up Orders for London
Biggs is presently making up an order for London and needs a set of gunner's calipers that are better adapted for his use than those previously received. Since Hodgdon may already have them on hand, …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Making Good on the Lost Post Notes
Hodgon informs McHenry of the progress being made on having the Bank make good on the post notes that were lost due to the failure of the Post Office.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Making Collections for Our Distressed Poor, Etc.
Among other matters, Hodgdon praises Craig for his efforts in making collections to provide assistance for the distressed poor and expresses dismay at the discovery that Jacob Death is a rascal.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Major Hunt's Account
Hodgdon thanks Hunt for his promptness in settling his business and informs him of another account with an order in Hunt's favor.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Major Generals of the Provisional Army
Memorandum listing the specific dates of commission for the three Major Generals of the Provisional Army - Knox, Pinckney, and Hamilton.
James McHenry Papers
