James McHenry
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Concerns Regarding the Deserted State of the City
Hodgdon discusses the dangers to the public stores due to the deserted state of the city resulting from the outbreak of yellow fever. He considers the threat from France much greater than that from …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Concerning the USS Constitution
Letter from a shipwright in regards to the USS Constitution, launched on October 21, 1797.
James McHenry PapersConcerning the rank of Major-Generals in the Provisional Army
Firmly insists upon the order of rank for Major General of the Provisional Army to be Knox, Pinckney, and Hamilton, in accordance to their experience. Expresses deep respect for Washington, but states …
James McHenry PapersConcerning the political mood of the nation
Notes that a leaked conversation on the Jay Treaty led to the defeat of a Congressman as a result of the fear that Britain was running United States foreign policy. Mentions John Henry - the …
James McHenry PapersConcerning electoral politics
Writes on the political climate and electoral atmosphere from a Federalist perspective, concerning partisanship and opposition.
James McHenry PapersCompensation of Dr. Charles Brown for His Services to the Indians
Letter, asks for info re compensation for Dr. Charles Brown's services to the Indians; alludes to Anthony Wayne's campaign.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Compensation of detachment at Mud Island Fort
Certification that $613.96 is due a detachment of Artillerists and Engineers at Mud Island Fort under the command of Major Lewis Tousard, being for the pay and forage of the commissioned officers, and …
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, Apr 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)Commissions for Three Generals Are Enclosed
Adams encloses the commissions for the three generals, signed and dated with the same day.
Robert Oliver PapersCommissioning George Washington to be Lieutenant-General and Commander-in-chief
President John Adams asks James McHenry to offer George Washington the commission of Lieutenant-General and Commander-in-chief of the U.S. armies. Adams also seeks Washington's advice in the formation …
James McHenry PapersComments on Negotiations with Cherokee; Root of Problem with Indians Reluctant to Sell Land
Acknowledges receipt of McHenry's letters concerning treaty negotiations with the Cherokee. He confirms the commission of Col. Butler as an Indian commissioner, and comments on the root of the …
John Adams PapersComments on Inappropriate Behavior of James Jordan
Reports that James Jordan of St. Mary has departed for Philadelphia, and that his conduct has been very inappropriate.
Letters Sent by the Creek Factory (Letterbook of the Creek Trading House), 1795-1816. (RG75) (M4)Commencement of Construction at Fort McHenry; Request for Delivery of Funds
The committee acknowledges receipt of McHenry's letter detailing Major Tousard's plan for Fort McHenry at Whetstone Point outside Baltimore, and pledges to purchase the necessary land and oversee the …
John Adams PapersColors for the Greyheads of Alexandria
Washington asks McHenry to provide colors [a flag] for the "Greyheads" of Alexandria who have formed a company to provide for the defense of the town and its vicinity. They would like Mrs. Washington …
V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.Colors for General Washington, Etc.
Mr. Rutter has supplied one of the colors for General Washington but the other is known by Mr. Bleakley who is out of town. Reports indicate that six have been admitted to the hospital and six are …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Colonel Gaither's Antipathy Toward Georgia
Governor Jackson cites Ensign McCall's letter as further evidence of Colonel Gaither's ill will toward the citizens of Georgia. Jackson maintains, therefore, that justice demands the removal of …
State of Georgia, Executive Minutes, 06/28/1798-11/07/1799.Clothing for West Point & Materials for Harpers Ferry
Hodgdon inquires about the clothing intended for West Point and materials and tools procured for the post at Harpers Ferry.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Claghorne's Responsibilites and Salary
Claghorne received the letter of McHenry, the Secretary of War, informing him that his duties as a contractor have ceased for some some time and that his salary had ended on April 1st. Claghorne …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
