James McHenry
5199 documents
Elected official not Representing his Electorate
James Winchester writes of an unnamed politician who is acting in opposition to the desire of the electorate. There is a committee that has called upon him to explain his reasoning. He is creating …
James McHenry PapersDuties of A Superintendent of Construction For A Frigate
Letter, describes superintendent's duties in the construction of Frigate.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding PapersDragoons, Troop Movements, Creek Hostility
In a largely illegible letter, Wayne seems to be reporting on the state of the military deployment in the southwest that is a response to the hostile actions of the Creek Indians. Also addresses the …
Anthony Wayne PapersDissenting opinion on the subject of the Jay Treaty
John Steele writes to McHenry that he disagrees with the administration's view of the Jay Treaty, arguing that the federal government had agreed to stay neutral in the conflict between Britain and …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Dispute between Wilkinson and Wayne
Discussed methods of addressing charges brought against Gen. Wayne by Wilkinson, how to proceed with a formal court process.
Frederick Chase CollectionDiscussion of Transition of Government to a More Permanent Seat
Discussion of transition of government to a more permanent seat.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Timber for Ship Masts & Spars; Discussion of Navy Yards
Letter, describes timbers available for masts & spars; discusses Navy yards.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding PapersDiscussion of Specifications for 36-Gun Frigate
Letter, discusses terms to build 36 gun Frigate.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding PapersDiscussion of Quartermaster Department's Cost Estimation System
Appears to discuss the record-keeping of the expenditure estimates system in the Quartermaster Department.
John Wilkins PapersDiscussion of Location & Lease for Navy Yard
Letter, describes location for Navy yard; discusses lease for Navy Yard; mentions Frigates.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding PapersDiscussion of Funds Necessary for Quartermaster Department
Appears to address the exact sums of money allocated by the War Department to the Army Quartermaster's Department. Specifically mentions an "absolutely necessary" sum currently at Lexington, Kentucky.
John Wilkins LetterbookDiscussion of Frigate Timbers, Strength, Dimensions, & Performance
Letter, discusses cedar toptimbers re Frigates; discusses Frigate performance; describes strength of Frigates; describes dimensions of Frigate.
Josiah Fox PapersDiscussion of Frigate Construction at Portsmouth New Hampshire Navy Yard & Inspector For Its Materials
Letter, discusses Frigate building at Portsmouth New Hampshire Navy yard; discusses timber & other materials for Frigate; discusses temporary inspector of Frigate & materials.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding PapersDiscussion of Foreign Affairs Relative to Barbary States & Naval Power
Letter, discusses Barbary States; discusses Foreign Affairs; discusses Mediterranean politics; discusses necessity of a Naval Force; alludes to Barbary Wars.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding PapersDiscussion of Expenditures in Quartermaster, Indian & Hospital Departments
Mentions making up a list of probable expenditures in the Quartermaster's Department for July-September 1796, as well as those in the Indian and Hospital Departments. Discusses present and future …
John Wilkins PapersDiscussion of Cables, Rigging, Hemp & Sailmakers Relative to Frigate Construction
Letter, discusses estimate of cables & rigging for Frigate; mentions hemp used for cordage; discusses sailmakers.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding PapersDiscussiof of Compensation for Isaac Craig for Various Duties
Major Isaac Craig, deputy quartermaster general in Pittsburgh, wishes to discuss his compensation at that post. He has also acted as Commissary of Military Stores and clothier for the upper posts and …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Discusses Presidential Election
Discusses foreign affairs, electoral votes, and presidential election.
Gilder Lehrman Collection.Discusses French Affairs, New Bank
Refers to dealings with France and actions with the US Senate and House in response. Discusses business with the new bank.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Exchange between Pickering and Toussard about Hispaniola
Refers to private communication between himself, Colonel Pickering, Major Toussard and efforts in Hispaniola.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Diplomatic relations with the Six Nations
Pickering critiques the "liberal supplies" that were given to the Six Nations at a time when the United States needed to secure their friendship, and argues that times have since changed and that it …
James McHenry PapersDiplomatic relations between U.S. officers and the British at Canadian posts
Pickering stresses the need for officers to maintain moderate and friendly relations with the British as they and their detachments occupy the posts in Oswego and Niagara.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Desire to Remain in Military Service
Letter, discusses his desire to remain in army.
Cherry Hill Collection
