Huntington Library
125 documents
Close of the Election; Report about France
Reports on the close of a local election, in which one of the candidates only received one vote. Also discusses a rumor about the French.
James McHenry PapersCharges Against General Wayne
Attorney General Lee writes to McHenry regarding his opinion of a court martial for General Wayne, based on charges brought forth by General Wilkinson. He discusses that the President, as Commander in …
James McHenry PapersCan the President Declare a Court Martial?
He believes the President ex officio as Commander in Chief has the power to order a court martial. But it seems like a bad idea. Offers a suggestion on how to conduct the business.
James McHenry PapersAttachment of Pay for a Discharged Soldier
The attorney general is writing to McHenry with regard to a case of a soldier who used his pay arrearage as a guarantee. Lee is attempting to clarifying what the paymaster's responsibilities are in …
James McHenry PapersAsks for Housing, General News
Murray writes a friend letter to McHenry, discussing his need for a boarding house during the session, as well as political news from Baltimore, French politics, and casual greetings.
James McHenry PapersAccommodations Not as Desired
He thanks McHenry for his letter, and tells him the lodgings he found for him will not do. He needs something with a little downstairs parlor and a bedroom in the neighborhood. He also thanks him for …
James McHenry PapersAbout Their Correspondence
Murray makes his apologizes to McHenry for the volume of his correspondence; he's a great talker, and he finds it agreeable to hold these soliloquies towards McHenry. He discusses some election …
James McHenry PapersAbout Southern Elections
Discusses elections, and the nature of them, and how he has never known of such an election of principles before. He asks that his regards be given to a number of people.
James McHenry PapersAbolition of This Species of Servitude, Etc.
Whipple discusses his efforts, at the direction of Mr. Wolcott, to restore to Mrs. Washington her escaped servant. He notes that many servants have escaped from the southward into Massachusetts which …
Spence-Lowell CollectionA Speech by the President
The address of the President he has seen from Annapolis raises concerns about who will replace him.
James McHenry PapersSecretary at War writes to Silgreaves regarding Blount
McHenry informs Silgreaves that all expences accured by Mr. Blount are considered payable under contingency funds.
Huntington MssReport on the journey to Paris and French attitudes toward internal divisions in America
Charles Cotesworth Pinckney informs James McHenry that he and General Marshall are on their way to Paris so that the delay of their journey is not attributed to bad motives. Pinckney reports that the …
James McHenry PapersPickering articulates the President's need for security to Hodgdon
Pickering informs Hodgdon that an attempted break-in was made at the home of President John Adams. The president has inquired to Pickering regarding security.
Huntington MssOn the election of James Lloyd to the U.S. Senate
Uriah Forrest, an American statesman from Maryland, writes to James McHenry on his successful efforts to get James Lloyd elected to the Senate, filling a vacancy caused by the resignation of John …
James McHenry PapersOn peace negotiations between France and Portugal
Pickering writes to McHenry on mistakes made in peace negotiations between France and Portugal, and its relation to American diplomats.
James McHenry PapersMilitary strategy on the Mississippi
Pickering gives a blistering critique of the proposal by some to attack the ports of St. Louis and New Madrid, arguing that it is folly to go on the offensive. Pickering insists that if hostilities …
James McHenry PapersMcKim provides intelligence to Secretary at War
McKim sends an intelligence report to the Secretary at War regarding the impact of the U.S. presidential election on international trade. McKim was made privy to the information while in Saint …
Huntington MssList of Indian treaties between 1786-1796
A list provided to Major General Andrew Pickens of the four major Indian treaties signed between 1786 and 1796.
Andrew Pickens PapersLetter of Introduction for Robert McCormick
Oliver provides a letter of introduction for Robert McCormick, who plans to established manufactories near Philadelphia.
James McHenry PapersIllegal settlement on the western frontier
Pickering informs McHenry about a letter he received from Kentucky on a possible forced settlement at the Muscle Shoals. 1000 men were said to be ready to proceed, but Pickering firmly believes that …
James McHenry PapersFrench attitudes toward Americans during the Quasi-War
Secretary of State Timothy Pickering expresses regret to Secretary of War James McHenry that his letter was prematurely published by the Pittsburgh newspaper. Pickering then reports that a source …
James McHenry PapersCorrespondence on military matters
Basic correspondence between President John Adams and Secretary of War James McHenry in which Adams largely agrees with the sentiments of McHenry and other officers such as General James Wilkinson.
James McHenry PapersCharles Carroll recommends Wilkinson to McHenry
Charles Carroll recommends Joseph Wilkinson, the son of Colonel Wilkinson of Calvert County, to the Secretary at War for appointment into the army. Carroll asks for news from Europe and France.
Huntington MssAttend to Shipping Matters
If Humphreys passes through Havre de Grace Francis requested to attend to some shipping matters.
Charles Thomas Harbeck PapersArrival in Baltimore, Awaiting Meeting
Humphreys requests orders prior to his departure. Second document notes arrival in Baltimore and request for meeting.
Charles Thomas Harbeck Papers
