James McHenry
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Supply of 24-pounder cannons
12/24/1800 Autograph Letter SignedSecretary of War Samuel Dexter asks the former Secretary of War James McHenry on the subject of 24-pounder cannons, nine long and twelve short.
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Summer Employment of Troops, Etc.
03/17/1800 Autograph Letter SignedHamilton discusses the employment of new troops in non-military operations like digging canals but perhaps any troops so employed should be provided extra compensation so as to avoid discontent.
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Statement of the Powder Purchased at New York.
05/01/1800 Copy of documentThis is the statement of the powder purchased at New York. Deliveries have been made to the following: Captain Frye on Governors Island; James Watson, Naval Agent; Captain Littlefield; Colonel Smith; …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Statement of the powder purchased at New York
03/20/1800 DocumentStatement of the powder purchased at New York, enclosed and received by Col. Ebenezer Stevens.
James McHenry Papers
Statement of powder and salt petre
03/20/1800 Copy of documentProvides a statement of the amount of powder and salt petre on hand, and the various locations of deposit.
James McHenry Papers
Statement of Monies Expended by Indian Department, with details
04/14/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyIn response to request from McHenry, Simmons enclosed the accounts of the Indian Department. Expenses included contingent expenses, presents to Indians on their visits to the seat of …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Statement of accounts for the War Department
06/06/1800 Autograph Letter SignedA statement of accounts for the War Department, from the Auditor of the Treasury Department,
James McHenry Papers
Stagg Assures McHenry That He Had Nothing to Do With Stagg's Resignation
05/26/1800 Letter SignedStagg assures McHenry that he felt only kindness and indulgence from him as an employer, especially during "a long and unavoidable absence." States that McHenry's words or actions had nothing to do …
John Adams Papers
Six Troops of Light Dragoons
05/18/1800 Draft LetterHamilton indicates he will take steps to immediately comply with the President's orders to reduce twelve regiments, but inquires on any directives relative to the status of the six troops of Light …
James McHenry Papers
Settling the accounts of the late purveyor
05/26/1800 Autograph Letter SignedBrief memo on the accounts of Mr. Francis, the late purveyor, at the Treasury; Wolcott has been asked to give his opinion on it.
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School of the Navy, Etc.
03/09/1800 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentHamilton regrets the dismemberment of the School of the Navy from the rest because he feels that all schools should be united under the Director General. Discussed general ideas of what should be …
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Return You Require
01/09/1800 Draft LetterThe Adjutant General is is preparing the return you require but his materials are unavoidably defective. However, the monthly returns heretofore sent you contain the substance of our information.
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Return to New York
02/17/1800 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentHamilton explains that he has just returned to New York having been unavoidably detained at Albany much longer than expected.
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Return of the Army of the U.S.
01/13/1800 Draft LetterHamilton transmits to McHenry the return of the Army of the United States accompanied by a letter from the Adjutant General that furnishes some explanations.
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Retention of Capt. Izard's Commission
03/05/1800 Draft LetterHamilton explains that he has no objection to Capt. Izard retaining his commission while serving with Mr. Smith, the US Minister Plenipotentiary at the court of Lisbon.
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Results of Diplomacy
12/12/1800 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentPinckney informed Wolcott that all electors of South Carolina will vote for Jefferson and Burr. North Carolina gave Jefferson and Burr eight votes. Expressed disgust with results and lack of …
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Resignation as chief clerk of the War Department
05/20/1800 Contemporary Copy of Letter SignedIn light of McHenry's resignation as Secretary of War, Caldwell also announces his resignation as chief clerk of the War Department.
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Requests that the "General Greene" Stop on Her Return to the US
04/29/1800 LetterbookDirected Captain Talbot to direct the "General Greene" to call on her return to the US at the mouth of the Mississippi for General James Wilkinson.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Requests Payment for Samuel Hall to Pay Troops
02/26/1800 LetterbookRequests payment to Samuel Chew Hall to pay the regular troops under Lieutenant Colonel Butler.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)
Requests Payment for Samuel Chew Hall to Pay Troops under Lieutenant Colonel Butler
02/26/1800 Document SignedHenley requests payment of $2000 to Samuel Chew Hall for paying the regular troops under Lieutenant Colonel Butler.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)
Requests Payment for Samuel Chew Hall for Troops under Lieutenant Colonel Butler
04/14/1800 LetterbookRequests payment for Samuel Chew Hall to pay the regular troops in Tennessee under Lieutenant Colonel Butler.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)
Requests Payment for Messr. Meeker & Deuman to Pay Regular Troops under Col. Butler
01/27/1800 LetterbookRequests payment for Meeker Deuman and Company to pay regular troops in Tennessee under Lieutenant Colonel Butler.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)
Requests Payment for Major William Peters for Officers under Col. Butler
04/14/1800 LetterbookRequests payment for Major William Peters to pay regular officers in Tennessee under Colonel Butler.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)
Requests Payment for Lieutenant John Wallington for Officers under Lieutenant Colonel Butler
04/14/1800 LetterbookRequests payment for Lieutenant John Wallington to pay the regular officers in Tennessee under Col. Butler.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)
Requests Payment for Joseph Habersham for John Crozier, Postmaster
01/08/1800 LetterbookRequests payment to John Habersham for John Cozier, postmaster at Knoxville.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)
