Clements Library: University of Michigan
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Diplomatic relations with the Six Nations
Pickering critiques the "liberal supplies" that were given to the Six Nations at a time when the United States needed to secure their friendship, and argues that times have since changed and that it …
James McHenry PapersDiplomatic relations with France
Several months after the Jay Treaty, McHenry insists that the United States still highly values neutrality. If the treaty bothers France and triggers hostilities, McHenry argues, it is not the United …
James McHenry PapersDiplomacy with Algiers and the construction of frigates
McHenry informs Washington that under the peace between the United States and Algiers, he must suspend all orders respecting the building of frigates; however, McHenry urges Washington to consider the …
James McHenry PapersDeposition regarding French involvement with Indians
Deposition of James Johnson and Louis Bolong regarding alleged French involvement with Indians.
James McHenry PapersDelivery of iron and steel for transportation to an armory
Directs the delivery of five tons of iron and half a ton of steel to be delivered for transportation to the Armory in Springfield, Massachusetts.
James McHenry PapersCorrespondence on military matters and Col. Rochefontaine
Basic correspondence between McHenry and Washington. At the end of the letter, McHenry informs Washington that Col. Rochefontaine has changed his request from a court martial to a court of inquiry; …
James McHenry PapersConstruction the frigate for the Dey of Algiers
McHenry informs Washington that Pickering believes responsibility for the building of the frigate for the Dey of Algiers lies more with the War Department than the State Department. McHenry says that …
James McHenry PapersConstruction of a frigate for the Dey of Algiers
McHenry informs Washington that there are a surplus of materials from the construction of three frigates that can be used for the construction of a frigate promised to the Dey of Algiers. McHenry asks …
James McHenry PapersConstitutional powers of Congress in respect to treaties
McHenry argues that the right to make treaties is exclusively vested in the President and the Senate, according to the Constitution. McHenry also asserts that the House of Representatives has no right …
James McHenry PapersConflict between Col. Rochefontaine and his officers
Major J. J. Ulrich Rivardi informs McHenry of a conflict between Col. Rochefontaine and his officers and strongly recommends a court of inquiry to investigate rather than a court martial, for the …
James McHenry PapersConcerning the salaries of office clerks
Office clerk William Burton informs McHenry that he failed to apply for an increase in salary last year because he knew nothing about the application until months later. Burton, reminding McHenry of …
James McHenry PapersConcerning the Saint Croix dispute
Discusses the St. Croix dispute over the boundary line between British Canada and the United States. McHenry disagrees with Pickering's assertion that the British commissioner must fulfill certain …
James McHenry PapersConcerning the protection of Lafayette's son and diplomatic relations with France
McHenry advises that Washington publicly receive and accept Lafayette's son under his protection and into his family, for Lafayette was currently imprisoned in Austria after attempting to flee France. …
James McHenry PapersConcerning the Algerine frigate and French relations
Discusses the construction of the frigate for the Dey of Algiers, arrangements in the War Department, diplomatic relations with France, and the capture of American merchantmen in the West Indies …
James McHenry PapersConcerning rumors of western secession
McHenry advises the Governor of the Northwest Territory on rumors of western secession.
James McHenry PapersConcerning French movements on the frontier
Describes French movements on the frontier, including missionaries and relations with Indians.
James McHenry PapersConcerning French ambitions in Louisiana
General Anthony Wayne expresses concern over the movements of a French agent on the frontier, contemplating whether or not it would be prudent to commit more forces to the western posts.
James McHenry PapersConcerning fortifications and the defense of harbors
McHenry reports on the state of fortifications in the United States and the sum expended on them since 1794. Suggests that Americans are uneasy about maintaining a large military establishment, but …
James McHenry PapersConcerning final settlement certificates
On the subject of final settlement certificates and ascertaining the amount of damages.
James McHenry PapersConcerning army discontent and disobedience
Discusses military obedience and alludes to the Rochefontaine-Wilson duel. McHenry argues that the army may soon become "one huge mass of discontent and sedition" and that they must work to restore …
James McHenry PapersConcerning anonymous letters to the State Department
Concerning anonymous letters to the State Department.
James McHenry PapersClerk recommendation for the War Office
Recommends Stephen Hillis as clerk in the War Office.
James McHenry PapersCharges for Tracking Indians Unallowable
Enclosed account of Capt DeButts for tracking Western Indians. Compensation cannot be given to DeButts who requested compensation for additional services; an act not authorized by law.
Anthony Wayne PapersCharges against General Anthony Wayne
McHenry directs the opinion of George Washington on the charges brought against General Anthony Wayne by James Wilkinson.
James McHenry Papers
