James McHenry
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The Account of James Seagrove
James Seagrove, late collector for the district of Saint Mary's in Georgia, has retained a number of revenue bonds on the grounds that certain demands may have to be paid by the War Department. …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Tents, Field Pieces, Sheds, Etc.
Among other matters, Hodgdon discusses the shortage of tents, the availability of field pieces, and the need to construct a shed to shelter the pieces.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sword Belts With or Without Buckles, Etc.
Among other concerns, Hodgdon has compared sword belts with buckles with those without buckles and has determined that the ones with buckles are worth the extra twelve cents it costs to make them.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Suspicions of Colonel Smith are Without Foundation
General Washington expresses his confidence in the ability and integrity of Colonel William Smith and wonders how Abijah Hammond could have been considered for the post of Lieutenant Colonel …
Sixth Congress: Executive Nominations to the Senate [6B-A2 & A3] (RG46) (M1706, Roll 4)Survey of the Public Buildings at Carlisle
Hodgdon recommends a survey of the public buildings at Carlisle by professional men and an estimate of the cost of repairing the buildings that need it.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Support of Good Character
Washington enclosed document supporting the good character of Mr. Ames and listed relationship to all the man's acquaintances.
General CollectionSupplies Wanted for the Troops at West Point
Letter, discusses uniforms for West Point; alludes to recruiting service.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Supplies to the Revenue Cutters
The requested amount of supplies for the revenue cutters is enclosed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sundry Supply Matters
Hodgdon informs McHenry of several supply matters which should be of interest.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sundry Supply Matters
Hodgdon informs McHenry of a number of supply matters that should be of interest.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sundry Supply Concerns
Among various supply matters, Hodgdon expresses his doubt that any contracts can be made as quickly as may be desired and supplies furnished within the specified period.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sundry Supplies & Accounts
Hodgdon informs McHenry of several pending supply and account matters.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sundry Arms & Supply Matters
Hodgdon brings sundry arms and supply matters to McHenry's attention.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Suitable Person to Inspect the Arms
Hodgdon recommends Colonel Stevens as the most qualified person to inspect the arms at York.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Suggests Addition of 2 Troops to Cavalry Regiments
Refers to instructions from the Commander-in-Chief, adding two troops to the regiment of cavalry for a total of ten troops.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Suggested Changes to Regulations
Hamtramck's changes to the regulations sent by McHenry. The regulations relate to command structure, the sick and medicine, arms, goods, appearance, ammunition exercises, absentees, garrison books, …
Northwest Territory Collection, M367Suggested Changes to Regulations
Hamtramck returns changes he made in the regulations sent by McHenry.
Northwest Territory Collection, M367Sufficient Compensation
Hamilton notes that if the recruiting service is to be his responsibility, he ought to be definitively appointed. He stresses his need for sufficient pay to compensate for the loss of professional …
Stephen Raphel PapersSubmission of Names for List of Men Seeking Officers' Appointments
Adams submits the names of two men to be considered for officers' commissions.
John Adams PapersSubmission of Bill from Cutter Under Command of Chapman
Letter, encloses quarter bill, watch bill, boarding, and mess lists of the officers and crew of the United States Cutter Pickering; mentions the vessel will sail with the Herald at the first fair …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Strengthening the Mississippi, Etc.
Amidst a discussion of sundry matters, Ross observes that the troops on the western frontier could be easily brought together under the Provisional Army law. He speculates on the intentions of the …
Western AmericanaStorekeeper's Statement of the Clothing Delivered
Hodgdon forwards the Storekeeper's statement of the clothing delivered since the begining of 1798. This includes the two contracts made with Mr. Billington under which have occurred surpluses and …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Stoddert Accepts the Office of Secretary of the Navy
Letter, discusses his acceptance of office of Secretary of the Navy.
U.S. Navy CollectionStocks Sawed from Dog Wood, Etc.
In addition to discussing the materials needed for the construction of the canal on the Potomac, Hodgdon extols the virtues of dogwood in the manufacturing of musket stocks.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Steady Supply of Goods to Trading Post
Advice to maintain steady supply of goods for trade with the Indians so as not to have trade with Indians compromised by Mr. Seagrove, current competitor. Motivation for trade is to promote …
Correspondence (Letters Received, Letters Sent, and Accounts) of the Creek Factory, 1795-1814. (RG75)
