Dartmouth College Library
20 documents
Recommendation of Major's Brother
Letter of introduction for Major's brother who was to visit Philadelphia shortly. Discusses politics of recent expedition of troops to Indian territory, treatment of Indians, and reconciliation with …
D. McClure PapersLand Acquisition and Negotiations Between Georgia Commissioners and Creek Chiefs
Treaty between Commissioners from Georgia and Creek Indians did not end favorably. Western territories to be under U.S. possession shortly.
Frederick Chase CollectionDispute between Wilkinson and Wayne
Discussed methods of addressing charges brought against Gen. Wayne by Wilkinson, how to proceed with a formal court process.
Frederick Chase CollectionDiscussions on Foreign Policy
Enclosed multiple documents from the President, the French Ministry, and Congress. Great affection for French expressed, foreign policy passed by Congress. Treaty with Great Britain relative to it …
General CollectionBoundary Lines
Problems defining boundary between U.S. and Cherokee land. No commissioners have been appointed to task. Boundary must be run immediately in order to maintain peace. Hopes the visit of Cherokee chiefs …
Frederick Chase Collection[PRIVATE] Reliability of Mail, Visitors to Mount Vernon
Discussed speed of mail and various possible visitors to Mount Vernon. Requests McHenry to ascertain if Adet would visit.
Frederick Chase Collection[PRIVATE] Peace on Frontier
Draft letter to Governor of Georgia approved. Washington requests McHenry keep track of all instances in the War Department that might contribute to the deterioration of peace on the western …
Frederick Chase Collection[PRIVATE] Enclosed Instructions
Enclosed instructions approved, notes on tone used to address the agent.
Frederick Chase Collection[Copy Private] Algiers Frigate Construction
No delays found in construction of Algiers frigate construction.
Frederick Chase CollectionIntercepted Letter and Misconduct
"Nefarious" conduct of late governor and senator discussed. Subject of his investigation involved private gain from public funds at "the expense of innocent lives". Washington will wait for verdict …
Frederick Chase CollectionFrench policy and Construction at Mount Vernon
Request simple report from McHenry's office. Conduct of French. Notes on construction of his house. Requests forwarding of letter to Messr. Read and Ford.
Frederick Chase CollectionApproval of Correspondence with Wilkinson
John Adams approves James McHenry's correspondence to General Wilkinson.
Manuscript TicknorPrivate Letter Regarding Commissions and Recruiting
Friendly, private letter regarding discontent with the delay commissions and recruiting services. Many men have put their lives on hold in expectation of a commission and want to know how much longer …
Frederick Chase CollectionLetter from the Secretary at War
The Secretary at War discusses filling vacant offices.
Manuscript Rumford[PRIVATE]: Uniforms
Personal opinion on uniforms for commander-in-chief. Offers Bushrod Washington as transporter of uniform to Mount Vernon.
General Collection[PRIVATE] Regulations on Uniforms
Enclosed letter for Washington's tailor regarding fixed style of uniforms for varying grades of officers. Specifics on Washington's desires for the style of uniform.
Frederick Chase Collection[PRIVATE] Drawing Pay and Outfitting Soldiers
Unanticipated travel expenses necessitated spending more that the 2 months pay drawn prior to Washington's departure from Philadelphia. Regulations on uniforms not mandated.
Frederick Chase Collection[PRIVATE]
Delay in answering letters due to survey trip near Alexandria and house guests. Washington does not lay blame on McHenry for delay in recruiting due to circumstances outside his control. Advised …
General Collection
