John Adams
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Forwarding of Correspondence with Wilkinson & Others
Forwards letters to and from General Wilkinson, as well as others from various sources.
John Adams PapersForwarding of Correspondence Dealing with Frontier Troops; Sickness of Secretary of War
Acknowledges receipt of Adams' last letter -- apologizes for slowness or response, as he has been down with fever and had little assistance in transcribing letters. Discusses the disposition of …
John Adams PapersForwarding of Affidavits Surrounding Burning of British Ship Oracabessa [Aracabessa] in U.S. Waters By French Privateer
Submits affidavits concerning the burning of a British ship, the Oracabessa [also spelled Aracabessa] by a French privateer, and the failure of a U.S. revenue cutter to protect it. The Oracabessa was …
John Adams PapersEncloses Letters; Requests Return
Encloses letters; requests return of originals. Includes list of letters and contents.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Dispatches from General Wilkinson
Encloses dispatches from Wilkinson.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Enclosed List of Invalid Pensioners
Cover letter enclosing list of Invalid Pensioners who were reexamined by doctors and the amount of pension they would receive.
Fourth Congress: Reports and Communications to the Senate by the Secretary of War [4A-F3] (RG46)Detailed Response to Several Inquiries from Adams Regarding Relations with France
Renders suggestions to the president, answering questions posed in a letter from Adams to McHenry on April 14, 1797. Subjects addressed include: when affronts from one state to another become …
John Adams PapersCover Letter for List of Invalids
Cover letter enclosing list of invalids residing in Connecticut.
Fourth Congress: Reports and Communications to the Senate by the Secretary of War [4A-F3] (RG46)Cover Letter for List of Invalid Pension Applications
Cover letter to Vice President. Enclosed lists pensioners in New Jersey with amount of disability pay awarded.
Fourth Congress: Reports and Communications to the Senate by the Secretary of War [4A-F3] (RG46)Chickasaw chief's response to white encroachment
Transcribes a discussion between a Chickasaw chief and American. The chief insists that his people are aware that whites will stop at nothing to take their lands and reminds the American that they …
James McHenry PapersCharges of Illegal Activity Surrounding War Department Accounts Office
Simmons wishes to address charges that he has committed "reprehensible conduct." Charge appears to have arisen from Simmons refusing to sign a warrant to a clerk from another department. Simmons …
John Adams PapersAnnounces Replacement for Treasurer of the Mint
Reports recent death of Dr. Way leaves office of treasurer of the mint open. He will be replaced by a man from Philadelphia based on the recommendation of the Governor of Maryland.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Washington's Appointment as Commander in Chief
Washington discusses his appointment to the post of Commander-in-Chief of the Provisional Army and how pleased he is with the public's confidence in him. He will accept the commission with the …
George Washington CollectionVolunteer Troop of Cincinnati Offers Services to the President
The officers and men of the Cincinnati militia horsemen express their outrage at the depredations of France and offer themselves in service to the president, to defend the Constitution.
John Adams PapersTransmits Correspondence with Mr. Ridgley
Transmits letter from Mr. Ridgley of Hampton, near Baltimore, one of the wealthiest men in the state. Refers to a previous encounter without a response.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Suggests Compensation for Officers
Writes about extra allowances for officers, outlining distinctions for compensations. Suggests fixed compensation rates.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Suggest Castle Island as Not Appropriate for Convicts
Encloses copy of letter to Brigadier General Wilkinson and Governor Sumner. Suggests that convicts should not remain on Castle Island, but that a garrison with regular troops be used.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Submission of Copy of Cabinet Circular Requesting Judgment of Decisions on New York Defense Plan
McHenry submits a copy of his circular to the heads of departments, which he prepared as per Adams' request that they adjudicate the rightness of his decision(s) regarding the New York Defense Plan.
John Adams PapersState of the Disease in Philadelphia, Etc.
McHenry declares that the sickness in Philadelphia has sufficiently abated to allow Congress to reconvene.
Robert Oliver PapersSpeech of the Little Turtle to the President of the United States John Adams regarding a proposal for exchange of land
Speech of Little Turtle. He thanks the Great Spirit for giving him opportunity to speak with President of United States John Adams. He speaks on behalf of the nine nations, who know that Little Turtle …
Misc MSSResolution of Relative Rank Issue; Threat of Resignation Over Implication in Supposed Intrigues
Notifies Adams that he will follow the president's prescriptions for assignments of relative rank for Generals Knox, Pinckney and Hamilton, dating their commissions in that order. Expresses shock at …
John Adams PapersRegarding Treaty Negotiations with the Cherokee
Refers to the cessation of treaty negotiations with the Cherokee, which took place in July 1798. Peace in Tennessee said to be contingent upon these negotiations' success. Discusses the various …
John Adams PapersRegarding the Release of Correspondence With U.S. Ministers in France to Congress, & a Declaration of War with France
The Secretary at War responds to questions asked by the President. This letter discusses disclosing to Congress the official correspondence with U.S. ministers in France. McHenry discusses the pros …
John Adams PapersRegarding Military Stores Sent to Georgia, Major Brooks Affair, and Merits & Use of Foreign-Born Engineers Vs. Natives
Comments that it seems hard to please the governor of Georgia. Notes that substantial shipments of cannon, arms & ammunition have been sent to Savannah. McHenry has had them stockpiled there to be …
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