Clements Library: University of Michigan
556 documents
Court martial trial of Captain Thomas Lewis
Writes to inform Vance that he has been appointed a member of the general court martial in Trenton for the trial of Capt. Thomas Lewis.
James McHenry PapersCorrespondence from the western posts
Discusses the murder of an Indian named White Eyes by a boy named Carpenter with a knife and club.
James McHenry PapersConcerning the USS Constitution
Letter from a shipwright in regards to the USS Constitution, launched on October 21, 1797.
James McHenry PapersConcerning the Society of United Irishmen or United Men
Regarding the activities of a Catholic priest named Madgit, believed to be a spy in the employment of the Directory. Substance of information by the superior of the Roman Catholic clergy in …
James McHenry PapersConcerning the recommendation of Mr. Bradley
States that he will pay particular attention to the recommendation of Mr. Bradley (most likely for the proposed Provisional Army), but reminds him that it is neither proper nor fitting at this time to …
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 the bill to establish the Provisional Army
Encloses the act to establish the Provisional Army, which he says does not provide for a quartermaster general.
James McHenry PapersConcerning the appointment of officers for the Provisional Army
Asks Washington if it would be proper for John Adams to proceed in appointing officers for the proposed Provisional Army, which he says will consist of approximately 10,000 troops.
James McHenry PapersConcerning 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 PapersConcerning galleys and peace with the Miami tribe
Encourages Wilkinson to reprimand the officer responsible for leaking orders to the Pittsburgh Gazette, who promptly published them without the army's consent. Informs Wilkinson that it is desirable …
James McHenry PapersConcerning electoral politics
Writes on the political climate and electoral atmosphere from a Federalist perspective, concerning partisanship and opposition.
James McHenry PapersConcerning domestic opposition in the United States
Discusses the domestic situation in the U.S., where he says the opposition has been viciously opposing the government and possibly inciting insurrection or a foreign invasion.
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 PapersCommand of a regiment to be raised in Maryland
Writes the U.S. Senator from Maryland that he is at a loss respecting a proper and fit character to command a regiment to be raised in Maryland. Mentions Colonel Hall as a possibility.
James McHenry PapersCandidates for the Provisional Army
Responds to an earlier letter by affirming that he has placed a recommended individual's name on the list of candidates - to be presented to the President - for a position in the Provisional Army.
James McHenry PapersBasic correspondence on military matters
Basic correspondence between General James Wilkinson and James McHenry, including rules and regulations.
James McHenry PapersBalance of military appropriations
Balances of appropriations for the general account of the military.
James McHenry PapersBalance of appropriations for fortifications of ports and harbors
Balance of appropriations for fortifications of ports and harbors. The Treasury Department notes that there are some unsettled accounts that will likely amount to not much more than $2,000.
James McHenry PapersAppointment of officers for the Provisional Army
Reaffirms Washington's right to appoint whoever he pleases to positions in the Provisional Army. Informs him that John Adams' nomination of Smith for Adjutant General was rejected by Senate.
James McHenry PapersAppointment as consul of the United States in Spain
Informs McHenry that Colonel Humphreys had asked him a few months prior to fulfill the position of consul of the United States in Spain, and requests that the executive branch officially and formally …
James McHenry PapersAppointing aids for General Washington
Reports that Washington will not be making any appointments for an aid any time soon, as he has determined to come to no conclusions until he has properly prepared to take the field as Lieutenant …
James McHenry PapersAppointing a lieutenant
States that he will keep Rutledge's letter to the Secretary of the Navy and writes that he will be able to find a lieutenant in a short time.
James McHenry PapersApplications for compensation and allowances
Refers several applications from officers and agents for compensation for services performed, or allowances for expanses.
James McHenry PapersAn order for six muskets for the President's household
Requests a delivery of six muskets to the house of John Adams, to be done secretly and without attention.
James McHenry Papers
