Library of Congress: Manuscript Division
2075 documents
Indian Request for Equal Support and Supplies
Refers to Indian treaties with several different tribes concerning boundaries. Request permission to maintain current forms of farming. Understands that Christian Indians receive special assistance …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543First Report to the Senate; Expresses Concerns for National Navy
Persuades importance for a national navy, comparing the US to France and England. Deplores challenge of not being able to depend upon the current navy for protection.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Failing to Aid Mr. Jefferson's Election
McHenry ruminates on a declamatory appeal to the people against the government arguing that laws should be repealed, court decisions should be annulled; vessels should be restored and a general change …
William Vans MurrayExpresses Indignation about Publication of Manifests
Expresses indignation of insults at publication of manifests.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Establishing trading houses on the western frontier
Thomas Dillon expresses his wish to open up a trading house in Knoxville on the western frontier, in order to open up trade with the Indians. Since Congress has appropriated $150,000 for the purpose …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Dissenting opinion on the subject of the Jay Treaty
John Steele writes to McHenry that he disagrees with the administration's view of the Jay Treaty, arguing that the federal government had agreed to stay neutral in the conflict between Britain and …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Transition of Government to a More Permanent Seat
Discussion of transition of government to a more permanent seat.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Indian Affairs with Creeks
Refers to recent conference between Six Nations and American representatives. Outlines treaty establishing boundary and trade. Refers to murder of Indians by Harrison. Refers to instructions of the …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Situaton at West Point with Indians
Discusses situation at the garrison. Refers to affairs at West Point, including with Indians. Suggests possibility of separating troops detached from West Point. Mentions French monarchy.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Indian Affairs; Outlines Duties of Indian Agent
Discussion of Indian affairs. Outlines treaty with Creek Nation, including boundaries, trade, punishment of Indian murders, etc. Refers to affairs at Coleraine. Reflects opinion of the President. …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Indian Affairs
Discusses affairs with the Creeks and hopes for Indians to live in peace with each other. Mentions responsibility of government and Indian agents. Refers to concerns with inhabitants of Georgia. …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses French Affairs, New Bank
Refers to dealings with France and actions with the US Senate and House in response. Discusses business with the new bank.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Exchange between Pickering and Toussard about Hispaniola
Refers to private communication between himself, Colonel Pickering, Major Toussard and efforts in Hispaniola.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Diplomatic relations between U.S. officers and the British at Canadian posts
Pickering stresses the need for officers to maintain moderate and friendly relations with the British as they and their detachments occupy the posts in Oswego and Niagara.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Defense against charges of misconduct
Lieutenant Geddes writes McHenry a defense against charges brought against him, claiming that he has been treated unjustly and demanding the he receive a fair and impartial trial.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Concerning bounty lands and certificates
Murray again requests that McHenry answer a question from one of his constituents concerning bounty lands and certificates, particularly their value. The author also reports on his wife's improved …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Comments on Indian Affairs, Rights of Choctaws
Discusses relationship between the Choctaw Nation and the US. Reports poor health. Expresses hopes for Six Nations and navigation rights on the Mississippi. Instructs on use of beads from Indian …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Capturing of American vessels and citizens
Murray expresses outrage that the French are capturing American ships and citizens trading with Great Britain, along with the "Jacobin faction" in the United States who he alleges support this action.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Appointment as Indian Commissioner
Requests attention to the proposed treaty with the Indians and the work of Mr. Morris. Seeks his advice with Col. Pickering based on his experience in Indian affairs. Hopes to appoint a gentleman from …
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