James Wilkinson
176 documents
A settlement and the recruiting service
Discusses a settlement to be made with the 4th Regiment and other of General Wilkinson's troops. Mentions authorization by the Secretary of War for the Paymaster General, Caleb Swan, to draw money for …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)[Untitled]
Letter, encloses list of charges against Colonel Gaither; mentions Captain Eaton court martial; mentions troops on Georgia frontier.
James Wilkinson PapersWilkinson & McHenry Correspond on Regulations for Insubordination & Discipline (2)
Wilkinson mentions requisitions for the Army, and promises his frank opinion on the insubordination and discipline of the troops in a future letter. Reply from McHenry surmises that Wilkinson should …
Clairborne (JFH) CollectionWar Between England & France
Letter, advises re faulty musical instruments; alludes to Army band; discusses foreign relations and the arming of vessels for war; discusses rumors re an Invasion of England.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Three Wagons Engaged for Transportation
Hodgdon asks Wilkinson not to forward the public load at Wetmore's until further notice. He has engaged three wagons for that purpose which should arrive soon.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Temporary Delay in Forwarding the Musical Instruments
Hodgdon discusses the reasons for the delay in forwarding the musical instruments and warns of the possibility of war [with France].
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Suggests Location for Quarters, Indian Stipends
Suggests Fort Washington or Cincinnati for desired quarters as a strategic location along the Mississippi River. Refers to stipends for Indians destined for Fort Wayne.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Seeks Instruction on Legal Operation of Indian Land
Refers to operation of laws and settlement for Indian lands. Seeks protection of US lands.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Response to Wikinson's complaints
Candidly addresses various complaints made by General James Wilkinson.
James McHenry PapersRequests Service for Campbell Smith and Major Cushing
Refers to Lieut. Campbell Smith, who has permission to visit his relatives in Baltimore. Requests information on his return and the service of Major Cushing. Has sent money.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Refers to Disbursement of Rations
Mentions clothing for disbursement. Refers to the Secretary of the Treasury for instruction on rations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Recommends Employment of Lieut. Col. Butler
Recommends employment of Lieut. Col. Butler for his purposes. May contact the Secretary of the Treasury for needed rations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Proposes Post to Protect against Spanish Troops
Refers to idea of forming a principal post to protect against Spanish troops. Encloses instructions and dispatches.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543On the conduct of General Wilkinson
Scolds Wilkinson for the publication of orders in the Pittsburgh Gazette, which he argues may undermine morale. Criticizes Wilkinson for not informing him of his change of plans from going to Fort …
James Wilkinson PapersNotification of Receipt of Letters, Resignation of Lieut. Discussed
Discussed resignation of Lieut, receipt of documents from various officers. Request for clothing and medical supplies.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
Simmons informs Wilkinson of the anticipated Congressional actions to address the impending military contingency with France.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
Simmons requests that Wilkinson present Capt. Thomas Lewis with the enclosed accounts of monies standing to his debt.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Interaction with the Creeks
Reports satisfaction on progress with the Creeks. Provides suggestions.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
