James McHenry
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Late Depredations on American Commerce
Pickering laments deteriorating relations with France whose privateers continue to capture American vessels despite American declarations of neutrality.
Robert Oliver PapersLand Claims
Cited original land charter of Virginia and the state is not obliged to assist John Nelson with his bounty claim who currently resides on Indian land.
Frederick M. Dearborn CollectionLabor for Road Repairs
Authorized a tomb stone for Red Pole's grave. All letters addressed to A. Wayne to be transmitted to McHenry. Road to Le Boeuf and Presque Isle requires a lot of labor for repairs and Craig …
James Robertson PapersJustififying the Expense of Supplies Delivered to Fort Norfolk
Colonel Carrington has reported that the Commanding Officer of Fort Norfolk in Virginia has directed that his supplies be delivered to the fort rather than to the nearby town. Wolcott wants to know if …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.John Caldwell's Application for the Office of Treasurer of the Mint
Pickering assesses the qualifications of John Caldwell for the office of Tresurer of the Mint. His application is complicated by the fact that he is McHenry's brother-in-law and Pickering wonders if …
Robert Oliver PapersIntercepted Letter and Misconduct
"Nefarious" conduct of late governor and senator discussed. Subject of his investigation involved private gain from public funds at "the expense of innocent lives". Washington will wait for verdict …
Frederick Chase CollectionInstructions on Advancing Money
Enclosed two letters from Temporary Paymaster at West Point regarding instructions for advancing money for the pursuit of deserters.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Instructions for Escorting Indians to New Lands
According to instructions, Wolcott has written to the Surveyor General to determine the proper location for Indian relocation under the treaty with General Wayne of 3 August 1795. The Surveyor General …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Instructions for Cannons
Requests information on destination of cannons at Pittsbugh that were ordered to be dismounted by Hodgdon.
James Robertson PapersInforming Secretary of War of unwholesome and offensive provisions
Reports unwholesome state of provisions. Purchased beef from some local contractors. Requests money to pay.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Information on the construction of the USS Constellation
Encloses a statement on the cash expended for the construction of the Constellation frigate. Sterett also announces, with pleasure, that the unfinished business that Captain Thomas Truxtun left is …
James McHenry PapersIndians Travelling to Fort Washington
Notification that Indians will travel by boat to Fort Washington under the charge of Capt. Britt. Good relations b/w U.S. and Shawnee.
James Robertson PapersIndian Goods and Construction of Barracks
Letter that arrived at Pittsburgh for E. Turner will be forwarded to his destination, Fort Washington. Indians goods for Chickasaws addressed to Quartermaster at Fort Washington. Attributed poor …
James Robertson PapersIndian Deed Delivery
Delivery of Indian deed and journal. Journal contains some details, but omits Indian speeches which Wadsworth deemed unimportant.
Fifth Congress: President's Messages Relating to Indian Relations to the Senate [5B-C1 to C4] (RG46) (M1074, Roll 5)Indian Agent Report from Hopewell in Georgia
Hawkins' report on his activities as Indian agent at Hopewell in Georgia and general observations on his travel through Georgia.
#373-Benjamin Hawkins PapersIndian Affairs
Hawkins reports on meetings with the towns on the river. The Indian nation is not interested in selling land to Georgia. Hawkins relates the state of the Indian economy and agriculture, and passes on …
#373-Benjamin Hawkins PapersIncomplete Muster Rolls
Muster rolls for Lewis and Pierce's companies not yet complete therefore Craig cannot submit paperwork to McHenry. Commander-in-Chief arrived yesterday.
James Robertson PapersIllegal settlement on the western frontier
Pickering informs McHenry about a letter he received from Kentucky on a possible forced settlement at the Muscle Shoals. 1000 men were said to be ready to proceed, but Pickering firmly believes that …
James McHenry PapersIce and Travel
River will be navigable shortly, Major Freeman to travel with his troops tomorrow.
James Robertson Papers
