James McHenry
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Repairs in the Building at Carlisle, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses a number of matters with the Secretary of War including needed repairs in the building at Carlisle which should be addressed soon so that the necessary materials may be obtained.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Renews Application for a Surgeoncy in the Navy
Dr. Wells had applied for an appointment in the surgeon's department of the frigate "Constellation," an appointment given to Mr. Henry of Pennsylvania. Wells has decided to renew his application for …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionRemoval of Stores Due to Danger of Infection
Hodgdon refutes the argument of those who claim that the public stores should be moved due to the risk of infection. The stores exist to support the Army and every effort should be made to see that …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Relative to borrowing Colonel Orr from the South Armory
Wolcott requests borrowing Colonel Orr from the South Armory
James McHenry PapersRelated to the Sentence Imposed by Judge Carnes
In this letter fragment, Govenor Jackson refers to a petition from some of the inhabitants of the County of Richmond and a communication from Thomas P. Carnes, one of the Judges of the Superior Court. …
State of Georgia, Executive Minutes, 06/28/1798-11/07/1799.Regarding Volunteer Company's Correspondence & the Appointment of a Military Chaplain
Adams forwards correspondence from a volunteer company at Portland; he also inquires as to whether he is empowered to appoint a chaplain to the troops, and sends Mrs. Adams' thanks to Mrs. McHenry for …
John Adams PapersRegarding Mr. Dandridge
The U.S. Minister to the Netherlands writes the Secretary of War concerning one Mr. Dandridge, who is desirous of coming to America.
William Vans MurrayRegarding General Washington, Ranking of General Officers, & Readiness of New England to Provide Troops
Asks that McHenry inform George Washington that he is considered fully in the public service, may appoint aides and secretaries as he sees fit, and may draw upon pay and rations. Asks that General …
John Adams PapersRegarding Defenses of Seaports & Foreign Affairs
Letter, discusses naval defence of ports; alludes to foreign affairs; discusses fortifications; mentions garrisons.
Letter From the GovernorsRegarding defense of Newport Rhode Island
Tousard gives impressions on defense of Newport Rhode Island.
Letters and Papers Received (Irregular Series) of the Office of the Chief of Engineers, 1789-1831. (RG77) (M417)References English and French Political Parties
Mentions English government and factions as Jacobians, Anarchists, Whigs, Tories, and other disorganized groups. Refers to a French party in America.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Red, White, & Blue Bunting for the Fort on Mud Island
Hodgdon notes that one thousand yards of bunting for each of the colors (red, white, and blue) are needed for the fort on Mud Island.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Rectifying Mr. Marts' Account
Hodgdon discusses the steps that need to be taken before rectifying the account of Mr. Marts for the storage of military goods deposited by Captains Carberry and Price.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Recommends Henry Wells as Surgeon's Mate
Littlejohn calls attention to Henry Wells who wishes an appointment as a Surgeon's Mate on one of the armed vessels of the United States now fitting for sea. Wells formerly lived with Coale & Buchanan …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionRecommends Hanson Catlett as Surgeon's Mate
Hanson Catlett is a gentleman who has been educated in the medical line and seeks a position in the army or navy. Since he is very young he is willing to serve as a surgeon's mate. Lee stresses the …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionRecommending Major Winslow
Knox is touting Major Winslow as an excellent candidate for an officer position, recommending him first as a major of cavalry. Knox lists Winslow's qualities which confirm his gentleman status and …
Andre DeCoppet Collection, C0063.Recommendations of Mr. Reynolds & Mr. Purdie
Enclosed are letters to Evans soliciting his agency in obtaining appointments as surgeons. Mr. Reynods and Mr. Purdie are not known to him but the gentleman who recommended them are regarded with …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionRecommendations for Tufts, Reynolds, and Wharton
Evans recommends the following gentlemen for the designated appointments in the Navy: Obijah Tufts - Surgeoncy: Thomas Reynolds - Surgeoncy; Franklin Wharton - Lieutenant of Marines.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionRecommendations for Appointments
Hamilton makes several recommendations for appointments in the Army including his nephew, Philip Church, for a Captaincy in the infantry. He tells McHenry that he would consider it a personal favor if …
Alexander Hamilton PapersRecommendation of William Henderson
General Irvine recommends William Henderson for appointment as a regimental commander.
William Irvine PapersRecommendation of Philip Lightfoot
Marshall recommends that Philip Lightfoot, a young gentleman of excellent character, be given a commission as a captain among the 10,000 men being raised for national defense.
Philip Lightfoot Papers
