George Washington
385 documents
Justifying a Garrison at Presque Isle
Governor Mifflin lists five justifications for establishing a garrison of state troops at Presque Isle while keeping the federal troops at Fort Le Boeuf. He views this as the best means of defending …
William Irvine PapersInformation Regarding the Recent Indian Treaty [Treaty of Greeneville]
Forwards to Washington the details of Anthony Wayne's recent treaty with the Indians [the Treaty of Greeneville], noting that he obtained more land by it than had been expected. Lists the chiefs and …
John Wallington MSSWilliams solicits Washington's opinions regarding scientific experiments
Williams seeks Washington's advice regarding the atmospheric experiments he has been conducting with thermometers and barometers.
Huntington MssTreaty and Proviso with Regency of Algiers
Treaty between the US and the Regency of Algiers regarding the provision of a naval armament. Refers to previous acts and meaning of proviso about the building of frigates. Claims importance of …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Resolving the Case of Major Cushing, Etc.
McHenry has directed Major Cushing to join the army only if he has accurately represented his case. His furlough should be limited to the time required to regain his health and, after its expiration, …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Reports Activity of Captain Lewis and Captain Bruff
Has been anxiously awaiting Captain Lewis. Reports movement of Captain Bruff's company of artillery and arrival at West Point.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Regarding the Teaching of Artillery & Engineering Principles at West Point
Refers to incident at West Point which resulted in a court of inquiry for the commandant and the resignation of a subordinate officer; McHenry notes the trouble to which he has gone to conciliate the …
John Adams PapersRefers to Talks with Cherokees
Refers to a talk to the Cherokees and management of Indian affairs.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Refers to Drafting of Letter to Lord Dorchester
Encloses draft of a letter to Lord Dorchester with ideas from the Attorney General. Questions usefulness of correspondence with Captain Lewis.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Recommendations of Hammond and Hemsley
McHenry recommends Nicholas Hammond, Attorney at Law, and William Hemsley, a man with mercantile knowledge [for the mission to England]. Since Mr. Chapin is leaving town on Monday, the letter to him …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Recommendations for a Mission to England
In the cases of illegal captures under the British treaty, it might be better to trust a man of the law rather than one of the mercantile characters. Perhaps a Justice of the Supreme Court could be …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Pondering a Change of Position
McHenry asks for more time to render his decision as to whether or not he will accept Washington's nomination to be the next Secretary of War;
V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.Plans for Travelling to Philadelphia
Mr. Chase is extremely pleased with his appointment and will set out by stage for Philadelphia soon. Despite a bad cold, McHenry plans to travel by horseback but his journey may be delayed as he …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.
