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Application for captaincy and commentary on the Napoleonic Wars
Congressman Dennis forwards a letter of recommendation from Capt. Newton for a particular individual's application for captaincy, insisting that he is a "good Federalist." Dennis proceeds to discuss …
James McHenry PapersApplication for a Majority by Justus Barnum
Hamilton forwards a letter from Justus Barnum who is applying for a majority in the Army. Colonel Taylor has apprised Hamilton that he views Barnum and his application favorably.
Alexander Hamilton PapersAppeal of Capt. Lewis
Herewith is transmitted a copy of a report made by the auditor ,and admitted by the Comptroller, in favor of Capt. Thomas Lewis in answer to an appeal made by him to the Treasury in response to a …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Anticipates Delivery of Muskets; Requests Report
Reports delivery from Hamburgh of muskets, put in charge of James Watson by Joseph Pitcairn. While the paper work hit a snag between the Office of the Treasurer and the War Department, requests a full …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Anticipated Rejection of Appointment
Notes that a Mr. Morgan, appointed major to Lt. Col. Parker's regiment, will probably decline the post, though he has yet to respond. In anticipation of his declination, McHenry forwards a …
John Adams PapersAnswering the Charges Brought Against Me
Rivardi responds in detail to Capt. Bruff's charges against him.
Alexander Hamilton PapersAnswering the Charges Against Me
In exhaustive detail, Major Rivardi answers the charges against him by Captain Bruff and laments the hardships and ill health he and his family have endured in the service of the United States.
Alexander Hamilton PapersAnnuities and goods for the Six Nations
Notes that Israel Chapin - Deputy Agent of the Six Nations - has received a credit of $1650, the amount of goods received in part of the annuity granted to the Indians.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Announces Shipment of Clothing to West Point
Announces delivery of clothing for troops at West Point. Requests the speedy dispatch of the shipment. Water transportation is now open.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Announces Shipment of Clothing
Sends shipment of clothing; requests acknowledgment and whether they agree with the invoice.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Announces Presidential Commission as Brigadier General
Announces his appointment by the President as Brigadier General of the provincial army. Requests his oath of affirmation.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Announces Possession of Trunks Belonging to Deceased Donald Grant Mitchell
Reports the possession of two trunks belonging to Mitchell's deceased son. Refers to the rules and regulations of war regarding the payment of debts and the disposal of property for deceased officers. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Announces Discussion on Military Bill; Requests Names
Reports that the House reopened discussion on the military bill. Requests additional names to add. Lists names.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Announces Contract with James O'Hara to Supply Western Posts
Forwards copy of contract with James O'Hara to supply western posts. Requests information be forwarded to several commandants, Congress, and various posts.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Announces Approval of Pierre Gaitlare as First Lieutenant
Encloses letter from Major General Pinckney with report that Mr. Pierre Gaitlair is approved as first lieutenant in the post of Mr. Charles Bayle, who has refused to accept.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
