James McHenry
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How Indian land should be purchased.
Morris argues that the Indians have the right to stipulate how the money for the purchase of Indian land shall be appropriated and it seems that they would prefer an annuity.
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersHenry Wells as Surgeon's Mate for the Frigate
Buchanan recommends Henry Wells for a position as a Surgeons Mate on board a frigate. Wells has studied medicine for four years including a lecture course at the University of Pennsylvania. His …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionHelping to Enforce Local Laws, Etc.
The Comptroller of the Collector at Charleston has commented on the application of William Smith of that city. Capt. Kalteisen has expressed alarm at opinions provided by one of the Indians but will …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.General Wilkinson's account
Requests that McHenry advise him as to which of the charges in General Wilkinson's account statement are to be admitted to his credit. Mentions payments for "secret service."
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)French policy and Construction at Mount Vernon
Request simple report from McHenry's office. Conduct of French. Notes on construction of his house. Requests forwarding of letter to Messr. Read and Ford.
Frederick Chase CollectionFrench attitudes toward Americans during the Quasi-War
Secretary of State Timothy Pickering expresses regret to Secretary of War James McHenry that his letter was prematurely published by the Pittsburgh newspaper. Pickering then reports that a source …
James McHenry PapersFraudulent Charges by Colonel Rochefontaine at West Point
Reports to the Secretary of War that Colonel Rochefontaine at West Point has fraudulently charged the Department for the hire of a wagon and horses that are Army property and the pay of Archibald …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Fourteen Questions Regarding Relations with the French Government
President Adams asks fourteen questions regarding American diplomacy vis a vis the French. On what basis should relations be continued and what concessions should the U.S. make in order to prevent …
Robert Oliver PapersForwarding the protection of John Cunningham
MacCreery sends a letter with an enclosed protection of John Cunningham, who is currently detained on a frigate. McHenry is asked to forward the protection to his agent in the West Indies.
Silas Talbot Papers, 1767-1867. Collection 18.Forwarding of Cost Estimates & Recent Accounting
Encloses a set of cost estimates for the Quartermaster Department for January and February 1797 [included]. Explains certain accounting which he has done in recent months.
John Wilkins PapersForwarding Expenditure Estimates for Posts Around Fort Washington, Pittsburgh & Delaware
Encloses expenditure estimates for posts dependent on Fort Washington, Pittsburgh & Detroit for September-November 1797.
John Wilkins LetterbookForwarded Supplies
Packet to Issac Guion received, will be forwarded by confidential messenger. Craig unsure if forwarded stores sent to Fort Massac should be sent forward from Fort Massac, so the commanding officer at …
James Robertson PapersForwarded Packet from Commander-in-Chief
Notification that Craig received a packet from the Commander-in-Chief via Presque Isle addressed to McHenry. Packet forwarded to War Department. Robert McCrea to deliver package.
James Robertson PapersForwarded Letter
Letter with enclosure for Commandant of Detroit received and will be forwarded.
James Robertson PapersFortification of Post
Intelligence report stating that the posts at Walnut Hills and Natchez are being reinforced by Spanish soldiers contrary to orders of evacuation.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.Following Instructions to Raise Militia
Response to request to raise a militia. Has issued orders for detachment and to hold in readiness such militia. Has assigned such matters to the Adjutant General, with the request to communicate with …
Oliver Wolcott Sr. PapersFelix D. St. Hilaire letter to Secretary at War
This is a cryptic message between St. Hilaire and McHenry that likely pertains to a covert shipment of arms and ammunition. St. Hilaire informs McHenry that legal prohibitions on the exportation of …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Failure to Reply to Letters
Letter, describes the reasons he has been unable to answer McHenry's letters.
Mss CollectionExtra Expense for Boring Cannon from the Solid
The contract between the United States and the proprietors of the Hope Furnace in Rhode Island states that an allowance will be made for boring the cannon from the solid. If the ninety four cannon …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Expresses Concern about Indian Trade
Announces arrival from Savannah. Expresses concern for Indians at Colerain waiting for supplies under Colonel Hawkins. Fears for the Indian trade.
Letters Sent by the Creek Factory (Letterbook of the Creek Trading House), 1795-1816. (RG75) (M4)Expresses Concern about Condition of Colerain in His Absence
Upon his arrival, had found that Mr. J. Jordan, whom he had left in charge, had been absent 2 months. Expresses concern about the business transacted in that time. Writes about the arrival of factory …
Letters Sent by the Creek Factory (Letterbook of the Creek Trading House), 1795-1816. (RG75) (M4)Expresses Concern about Attitude toward French
Reports recent change of attitude toward the French. Expresses his own opinion about the French.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concern about Attitude toward French
Verifies suspicions when President convened Congress. Questions motives of the French and American attitudes. Seeks protection of commerce. Reports visit with Mr. Perry.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
