Timothy Pickering
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News from Lisbon
Smith, American Minister to Portugal, reports to the Secretary of State on the news from Lisbon, especially that which relates to the ongoing quasi-war with France.
Robert Oliver PapersLetter from the Accountant of the War Department
Simmons provides an extract of a letter from Ensign Hugh McCall to Timothy Pickering.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)French Letter Concerning the Departure of General Pinckney
Refers to General Pinckney and Captain Hendrick Hendrickson. Pickering's cover letter states that Hory's letter gives the details of Pinckney's departure from France for New York in mid-August.
John Adams PapersDesire for Moderation and Peace, Etc.
Although it seems that the French are expressing a desire for moderation and peace, McHenry argues that it is too early to relax America's efforts to bolster its fleets and armies. One might expect …
Washburn Autograph CollectionCorrespondence with Washington
Refers to correspondence with General Washington and their meeting in Philadelphia.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Concerning rebellion in the French West Indies
Encloses a memorandum on the French West India Islands that suggests that it is sensible for the United States to give aid to the rebels if they declare independence from France. Desires that Great …
James McHenry PapersCommunication between the State Departments
Transmits a copy of correspondence between him and Washington, where Washington suggests that communication between the Secretary of War, State, and Treasury occur.
James McHenry PapersComments on Cost of Algerian Fleet
Needless expenses mounting related to putting the Algerian fleet to sea. Fleet is ready, awaiting orders, request to set sail.
Area File of the Naval Records Collection, 1775-1910. (RG45) (M625)Authorization to assume the seat of Secretary of War in James McHenry's absence
President John Adams authorizes Secretary of State Timothy Pickering to assume the duties of the Secretary of War James McHenry in his absence from the seat of government.
James McHenry PapersRequests Signatures on a Petition to Pardon John Sylvester
Forwards a letter from the President including a petition for the pardon of John Sylvester. Prepared a report concerning the merits of the case. Requests signatures to return to the President.
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Regarding locations for the War Office
Talks of the advantages and disadvantages of having his office in Trenton or Philadelphia, mentioning family as an issue. Agrees with the Treasury Secretary that a date for a meeting between all …
James McHenry PapersRefers to Bounties, Clothing, and Court Martial
Refers to bounties, clothing, and court martials.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Insurrection and militia in Pennsylvania
Discusses insurrection in Pennsylvania and mentions militia cavalry. Requests that Pickering attend his office at half past one o'clock.
MMC, Pennsylvania House Tax Insurrection: Mm79003697Forwards Packet of Letters from Natchez Territory
Forwards packet of papers from Natchez Territory.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Encloses Document; Requests Transmission
Encloses a requested document [illegible]. Requests transmission.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussions & Plans for English & American Recognition of & Trade With St. Domingo [Haiti]
Notes that the situation of St. Domingo [Haiti, now in slave revolt] poses some dangers to American interests, but also opportunities. Mentions discussion with Lord Grenville of England regarding …
John Adams PapersCircular Letter from Secretary at War to Department Heads [Cabinet] Concerning Officers & a Court Martial
At the request of the president, McHenry lays out Adams' concerns over the propriety of a recently concluded court-martial in New York [presumably that of Richard Hunt], and asks for the department …
John Adams PapersProposing the Establishment of a National Gazette
Adams wrote the heads of the departments about the need for a gazette similar to those in France and Britain, provided justification for the use of the gazette. Such a gazette in the U.S. would print …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.List of Articles for the Dey & Ministry
A list of articles wanted for the Dey and Ministry with the commission for timber on the annuity, i.e., to launch and pave the way for said timber to turn out at Algiers to the advantage of the United …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionArticles for the Dey & Ministery of Algiers
A list of articles wanted for the Dey and Ministry with the commission for timber on the annuity, i.e., to launch and pave the way for said timber to turn out at Algiers to the advantage of the United …
Subject File of the Naval Records Collection
