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Comments on Negotiations with Cherokee; Root of Problem with Indians Reluctant to Sell Land
Acknowledges receipt of McHenry's letters concerning treaty negotiations with the Cherokee. He confirms the commission of Col. Butler as an Indian commissioner, and comments on the root of the …
John Adams PapersComments on Interaction with the Comptroller, Letter from Simmons
Letter, alludes to letter of William Simmons to Freeman re actions of Rochefontaine.
Letters Received by the Accountant of the War Department, Nov 24, 1794-Ded 23, 1817. (RG217)Comments on Inappropriate Behavior of James Jordan
Reports that James Jordan of St. Mary has departed for Philadelphia, and that his conduct has been very inappropriate.
Letters Sent by the Creek Factory (Letterbook of the Creek Trading House), 1795-1816. (RG75) (M4)Comments on Cost of Algerian Fleet
Needless expenses mounting related to putting the Algerian fleet to sea. Fleet is ready, awaiting orders, request to set sail.
Area File of the Naval Records Collection, 1775-1910. (RG45) (M625)Commends General Henry Jackson; Discusses Position of Neutrality
Knox commends General Jackson as the appropriate agent for building the frigate "Constitution". He is a capable man, knowledgeable of men and things, and of perfect integrity. His services to the …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Commencing the Suit, Etc.
Along with the transporation of a six pounder brass cannon and carriage, Hodgdon discusses the necessity of instituting the lawsuit involving Phillps the wagoner as soon as possible.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Commencement of Construction at Fort McHenry; Request for Delivery of Funds
The committee acknowledges receipt of McHenry's letter detailing Major Tousard's plan for Fort McHenry at Whetstone Point outside Baltimore, and pledges to purchase the necessary land and oversee the …
John Adams PapersCommandant of One of the Regiments
When at Mount Vernon McHenry proposed to the Commander in Chief that Smith's name be submitted to the Senate for the post of Adjutant General of the Army. However, objections to the nomination exist …
Sixth Congress: Executive Nominations to the Senate [6B-A2 & A3] (RG46) (M1706, Roll 4)Command of a Troop of Horse
Glen seeks Hamilton's support in obtaining the command of a Troop of Horse.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCommand of a regiment to be raised in Maryland
Writes the U.S. Senator from Maryland that he is at a loss respecting a proper and fit character to command a regiment to be raised in Maryland. Mentions Colonel Hall as a possibility.
James McHenry PapersColors for the Greyheads of Alexandria
Washington asks McHenry to provide colors [a flag] for the "Greyheads" of Alexandria who have formed a company to provide for the defense of the town and its vicinity. They would like Mrs. Washington …
V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.Colors for General Washington, Etc.
Mr. Rutter has supplied one of the colors for General Washington but the other is known by Mr. Bleakley who is out of town. Reports indicate that six have been admitted to the hospital and six are …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Colonel Wilkins' Receipt
Letter, encloses John Wilkins' receipts.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Colonel Tousard as Inspector of Artillery
Adams questions the wisdom of appointing Colonel Tousard as Inspector of Artillery. Tousard is a fine officer but he is of French origin and Adams is worried that in a war with the French, Tousard …
Alexander Hamilton PapersColonel Gaither's Antipathy Toward Georgia
Governor Jackson cites Ensign McCall's letter as further evidence of Colonel Gaither's ill will toward the citizens of Georgia. Jackson maintains, therefore, that justice demands the removal of …
State of Georgia, Executive Minutes, 06/28/1798-11/07/1799.Coffin's Gratitude
Coffin expresses his gratitude to Simmons for his attention to Coffin's draft in favor of the post office.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Coalition of French, Americans, and Indians
Among the many topics discussed using his typically impenetrable handwriting, Sargent mentions a rupture in the settlements along the Mississippi and a probable coalition of French, Americans, and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Cloting for the Marines on the Frigate "United States"
Harris is directed to deliver six complete suits of Marine clothing to Lieutenant William McRea for the use of the Marines on board the frigate "United States."
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayClothing, Muskets, & Flints for Lieutenant McRea
Harris is directed to deliver eighteen Marine muskets with accoutrements, one suit of sergeant's clothing, and three dozen flints to Lieutenant William McRae for the use of the Marines on board the …
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayClothing, Muskets and Accoutrements
Hodgdon sends clothing, muskets and accoutrements, per an enclosed invoice, for 50 men. He asks to be informed when the goods arrive and if they match the invoice.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing, Arms, & Accoutrments to Commence Recruiting
Hodgdon has shipped via Melancton Smith at New York the necessary clothing, arms, and accoutrements for Lieut. Leonard to begin recruiting.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing, Arms, & Accoutrements for the Recruits at New London
Hodgdon has sent to Melancton Smith at New York clothing, arms, and accoutrements to be forwarded for the recruits raised at New London, Connecticut.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing, Arms, & Accoutrements for Fifty Men
On board the schooner "Fanny Bridger" Hodgdon has shipped to Capt. Henry clothing, arms, and accoutrements for fifty men.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
