James McHenry
5199 documents
Security of the Bridge
Lowndes, Templeman, and Stoddert warn that the bridge may not be safe due to the need for additional work. The only available means of financing the work will be for the stockholders to advance …
V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.Sale of Coach
Received enclosures from McHenry that discuss navigation of Potomack River. Washington asked McHenry to notify Mr. Small of the personal coach that could be sold. Congratulations given for …
George & Katherine Davis CollectionSalaries of Clerks in the Accountant's Office
In response to McHenry's request, Simmons lists the people employed in his office, their administrative tasks, and their salaries. Simmons claims that due to the increase in business, an additional …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Saddlery for a Company of Dragoons
Hodgdon encloses an estimate for saddlery of a company of dragoons. Neither arms nor clothing are included but they can be obtained at other posts.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Return of Stores
Return of military quartermaster stores.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Return of Ordnance & Stores at Loumiers
Return of ordnance and military stores at Loumiers and its dependencies, 28th February 1798.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Return of [Cherokee Indian] Talk
Returns duplicate of "talk" [presumably a missive to be sent to the Cherokee, which had earlier been sent to Adams for approval]. Congratulates McHenry upon his recovery from illness.
John Adams PapersResponding to Captain Burton's Inquiry
Hodgdon requests a directive in response to Capt. Burton's desire to turn in the property of the United States and draw arms and accoutrements for whole.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Resolving Mr. Perkins' Situation
Mr. Perkins is at a loss as to whether to proceed to his post or wait to procure the men expected to be picked up in Philadelphia. He does not want wait too much longer as winter weather approaches.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests Silversmith; Lists Licensed Traders
Encloses proposal by Col. Hawkins to establish a silversmith at the post. Reports process of building his own accommodations. Refers to case of insubordination and frays between Indians and soldiers. …
Letters Sent by the Creek Factory (Letterbook of the Creek Trading House), 1795-1816. (RG75) (M4)Requests Return of Flag Used by Washington
Considers McHenry an old friend, and hopes to see him soon along with Mrs. McHenry and their family. Refers to a color staff used by her grandfather either in the Revolutionary War or the French war, …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Payment to Benjamin Hawkins
Encloses bill for Colonel Benjamin Hawkins.
Letters Sent by the Creek Factory (Letterbook of the Creek Trading House), 1795-1816. (RG75) (M4)Requests Orders to Lift Goods from French Schooner
Reports the French prize being cleared of crew and the process of possession. Requests orders for the Fort to receive the ship's goods and prepare the schooner for a cruise.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRequests Orders for Timber at Fort Mifflin
Reports use of live oak timber at the Fort. Requests orders to the commanding officer to protect the lumber.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRequests Orders for Muskets for Mr. Nicholson
Refers to offer to take old muskets. Requests official orders from Mr. Nicholson.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRequests Orders for Cannon Powder
Requests order for delivery of cannon powder to James Watson to prove guns.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRequests Muskets and and Pistols for Ships Montesuma and Baltimore
Reports that the ships Montesuma and Baltimore are nearly ready for sea. Requests muskets and pistols.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRequests Loan of Marine Regiment and Tents for the Navy
Requests loan of Marine regiment under Major Burrows for the Navy Department and tents.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRequests List of Names and Ranks
Requests list of names and ranks in the Navy as soon as possible.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRequests Instructions for Department Funds; Recommends Captain Hawker
Requests information about departmental funds. Refers to recommendation of Captain Hawker for the navy.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Information about Jurisdiction of Fortifications Protecting New York City
Refers to a legislative act directing money for fortifications to defend New York City, and to correspondence between the President, Governor Jay, and General Hamilton. Discusses delineation between …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToRequests Info about Bank of Baltimore Stocks; Reports Son's Army Activity
Refers to previous purchase of stock with the Bank of Baltimore. Reports that son George is not as anxious to quit the army because of the change in his seniors, although it remains difficult.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
