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US Relationship with Spain
Mentions recent difficulties with his house. Questions President's discretion with Congressional agreements. Refers to US relationship with Spain. Expresses hope against war.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543The German Emperor's Intention to Make Peace, Etc.
McHenry notes that there will be a quorum in both Houses of Congress today and that it appears that the news that the Emperor of Germany intended to make peace is unfounded.
Alexander Hamilton PapersSends Money and Letters; Requests Indian Emissaries
Encloses letters and bank notes. Refers to rewards to Indians who provide emissaries or spies along the Mississippi River above the Ohio. Requests duplicate receipts.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Running the Lines Agreeable to the Treaty of August 1795
McHenry discusses the process by which the surveyors will run the lines on the lands northwest of the Ohio River according to the treaty negotiated by General Wayne in August 1795.
Alexander Hamilton PapersRequests Recommendation for John Caldwell as Treasurer of the Mint
Reports death of Dr. Way leaves the office of treasurer of the mint vacant. Asks that he recommend John Caldwell to the President.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Payment to Levi Hollings for Robert Fielding
Reports draft from Levi Hollings for Robert Fielding. Requests acknowledgment of receipt.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Compliance with Cherokee Boundaries
Requests full compliance with Cherokee boundaries.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports US Relations in Portugal
Refers to US relations in Portugal. Reports activities of the Secretary of State there, with several social events. Refers to the Spaniards on the Mississippi and Indian affairs.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports Return from Sea; Exchange with Pickering and British Officer
Reports safe landing after two months at sea. Reports exchange with a British officer and Pickering.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports celebration of the President's Birthday
Reports celebration of the President's birthday; mentions toasts made. Awaits news from the US, other than letters to the editor in the newspapers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports Attitude toward French; Intends to Request Money
Reports return home. Refers to the local attitudes toward the French and to Burke's letters. Plans to visit Perry about prospective money.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Replacement for the treaty negotiations
Morris asks Knox to appoint another men to attend the peace treaty for if his son's attendance is required, he will probably resign.
Papers of Robert Morris, Mm78033605.Questions Proclamation, Treaty, and Embargo
Requests information about proclamation. Questions need for embargo as well as petty details of the treaty.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Questions Events in France, Preservation of Government
Refers to previous correspondence and changing opinions. Mentions events in France and efforts to preserve their government. Expresses concern about apathy. Refers to a speech by the President.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Questions about Correspondence
Questions power of his office, particularly as concerned with a recent incident involving a warrant for General Wayne. Includes correspondence about the matter, many referring to Indian payments.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Presidential Discretionary Use of Forces against French, Spanish
Discussion of quarantine and defensive force requiring compliance with France. Refers to use of artillerists, engineers, dragoons, and frigates at the discretion of the President. Speculates on Spain …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Plans for Defense against France and Spain to Protect Commerce
Reports quarantine and defensive draft needed for protection against France and Spain. Seeks protection of commerce. Requests artillerists, engineers, and troops.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Outlines Responsibilities for Clerks
War Department instructions, including salaries and numbers of clerks.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Outlines Requirements for Future Establishments
Reflects uneasy feelings; seeks more information. Outlines requirements for establishment, including a brief budget.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Outlines Chickasaw Treaty
Refers to treaty with Chickosaw Indians. Requests release of all prisoners, blacks, and property taken from citizens. Promises sovereignty and protection to Chickosaws.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Negotiations with the Seneca Indians
Morris requests a meeting with McHenry to discuss business pending with the Seneca Indians.
Papers of Robert Morris, Mm78033605.Medals for Indians, Request for a Book, Etc.
The Secretary at War mentions the following to Rufus King: Indians are asking for medals that have been promised to them; discusses the design of the medals; and McHenry asks King to procure a book in …
Misc.MSS.Coll. - Folder: Rufus King, Mm79004324
