Clements Library: University of Michigan
556 documents
On his resignation as chief clerk
In light of recent rumors that McHenry had pressured Stagg into resigning as chief clerk in order to promote his brother-in-law to the position, McHenry had asked Stagg to formally renounce any truth …
James McHenry PapersMajor Tousard's Claims and Promotion
States that he cannot determine anything concerning the claims of Major Tousard and Silas Dinsmore. Desires to commission Tousard as both Lieutenant Colonel and Inspector.
James McHenry PapersList of officers for the Provisional Army
Concerning a list of officers for the Provisional Army, particularly the omission of Mr. Martin which he discusses in detail.
James McHenry PapersList of officers and vacancies for each regiment
Document specifying the number and grades of officers necessary for each regiment, along with vacancies. Implies a shortage in officers.
James McHenry PapersInquiry into the conduct of a superintendent
President Adams highly approves of the inquiry into the conduct of the Superintendent of the factory at Springfield.
James McHenry PapersEstablishment of a foundry near Harper's Ferry
Writes that no decision has been reached on the establishment of a foundry in the vicinity of Harper's Ferry for the manufacture of muskets and cannon.
James McHenry PapersEnclosing a bill on the regulation of public arsenals and magazines
Encloses the "Act for the Regulation of Public Arsenals and Magazines," desiring McHenry's opinion on the bill.
James McHenry PapersEnclosed copy of the Attorney General's opinion
Encloses a copy of the Attorney General's opinion on the case of the captain of the 4th Regiment - whether he should be delivered to a municipal court in Maryland. McHenry considers Lee's opinion a …
James McHenry PapersEmbargo on the exportation of gunpowder and firearms
Tells Senator Tracy that he believes it to be unnecessary to discontinue the embargo on the exportation of gun powder and firearms. Suggests, however, that they place a limit on the duration of the …
James McHenry PapersDiplomatic relations with Little Turtle
Secretary McHenry thanks Little Turtle for his friendship and hopes that Little Turtle will continue his friendship with his successor and the United States.
James McHenry PapersDemand for clothing among the troops
Encloses copy of a letter from Col. Rice relative to the issue of clothing for his troops. States that if the troops are not to be disbanded by the end of the year, they will be in a "very naked and …
James McHenry PapersConcerning the resignation of John Stagg as clerk
Notes that there is a rumor floating around - which has reached the President - that McHenry encouraged Stagg to resign from his position as chief clerk of the War Department in order to create a job …
James McHenry PapersConcerning the fortifications at New York harbor
Discusses using the talents of the nation's best engineers in order to properly fortify and maintain the harbor at New York. Mentions his coming resignation on June 1.
James McHenry PapersConcerning the constitutionality of trying a captain
Asks the Attorney General whether it is constitutional for the military to deliver Capt. Devin of the 4th Regiment - who had recently gone from Maryland to Tennessee - back to a municipal court in …
James McHenry PapersConcerning the compensation claims of Silas Dinsmore
Addresses the compensation claim of Silas Dinsmore. Does not recall Dinsmore's claim of a promise for rations and payment for horses.
James McHenry PapersConcerning shipments of cartridge paper from London
Writes that he does not know if the United States has received its shipments of cartridge paper from London. Adds that this is last day of duties as War Secretary.
James McHenry PapersConcerning bounty lands and fraudulent claims
On the subject of warrants, forgeries, and fraudulent bounty land certificates. A Congressional committee will look into the matter. Says that the rules that are to be applied will be published in the …
James McHenry PapersConcerning a cannon foundry and ore banks
Mentions his coming resignation as Secretary of War; inquires about a cannon foundry and ore banks.
James McHenry PapersBill for the regulation of public arsenals and magazines
Writes that he has examined the bill "An Act for the Regulation of Public Arsenals and Magazines," approving of the bill and concluding that it will likely be passed.
James McHenry PapersArticles necessary for Indian annuities
Encloses a list of articles necessary to complete the annuities for the Indian Nations. Suggests purchasing the oxen and packhorses as near the Indian Nations as possible.
James McHenry PapersApplicant for the artillery
Encloses letters of recommendation for Mr. Chamberlain, in applicant for a position in the artillery.
James McHenry PapersAdministrating compensation for officers
Criticizes Col. Timothy Taylor's observations about officers and their accounts, arguing instead that officers need extra funds. States that it may be expedient to extend the powers of the Paymaster …
James McHenry PapersAcknowledging receipt of Price's letter
Acknowledges that he has received Price's most recent letter. [Content of that letter not provided]
James McHenry PapersAccount Received
Accounts received and under final examination for repayment. Accountant's Office to receive orders for removal shortly.
Dayton PapersAccepting appointment in the War Department
Formally accepts the appointment received from the Secretary of War earlier that morning, assuring him that he will not disappoint. Requests that he be given between seven to ten days to visit his …
James McHenry Papers
