Library of Congress: Manuscript Division
2075 documents

Orders for the suppression of the Whiskey Insurrection
08/08/1794 Autograph Letter/Document SignedThe President authorizes Ross, Yeates, and Bradford to take whatever measures necessary to suppress the Whiskey Rebellion in two counties of western Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Whiskey Rebellion Collection, Mm76095257.
Order to Ship Moulds
11/14/1794 Autograph Letter SignedMoulds for floor and rising timbers to be sent to Mr. May via vessel docked in Swides Church, Mr. Seagrove to take charge of items.
Carson Collection
No Material Derangement of the General Plan
10/26/1794 Contemporary Copy of LetterHamilton reports that the expedition is moving forward as planned despite a day's delay in Berlin.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
No Disgraceful Insults or Injuries to the Inhabitants
10/31/1794 Letter SignedAlong with a discussion of events in Europe, especially relative to the war between Britain and France, Washington discusses some recent political matters and urges that the citizens of western …
Alexander Hamilton Papers
My Late Appointment
09/02/1794 Autograph Letter SignedLee affirms his satisfaction with his appointment to a leadership position in the force being organized to oppose the insurgency in western Pennsylvania.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Knox appoints Gurney and Smith as agents for the port of Philadelphia
07/05/1794 Autograph Letter SignedHenry Knox offers the agency of the port of Philadelphia to Mr. Gurney and Mr. Smith. Responsibilities of the position are elaborated in the letter.
Henry Knox, MMC
Invoice of Sundries forwarded for the use of the President
10/11/1794 Autograph Document SignedInvoice of sundries forwarded for the use of the President of the United States, October 11, 1794, signed by Samuel Hodgdon.
Peter Force - Ephrain Blaime Papers, Mm78012906, Series 8D
Investigations to Apprehend the Guilty
11/08/1794 Contemporary Copy of LetterAlong with military matters, Hamilton discusses the ongoing investigations to determine who is responsible for the insurgency in western Pennsylvania. [Whiskey Rebellion]
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Instructions for Commissioners of Presqu'ile Regarding Six Nations Treaty
07/22/1794 Letter SignedEncloses correspondence with the President and Secretary of War on the proposed treaty with the Six Nations; asks that at least one of the commissioners attend the treaty meeting, to be able to …
Andrew Ellicot Papers, Mm 75019679.
Hamilton Volunteers to Fight the Insurrection
09/19/1794 Letter SignedHamilton expresses his wish to join in the effort to combat the insurrection in western Pennsylvania. [Whiskey Rebellion]
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Fifty Thousand Dollars for the Militia Army
10/11/1794 Contemporary Copy of Letter SignedStagg notifies Blaime that the Secretary of the Treasury has authorized $50,000 for the use of the militia army and the appropriate receipts should be provided to the bearer, Mr. James Alexander.
Peter Force - Ephrain Blaime Papers, Mm78012906, Series 8D
Extension of Ban on Foreign Ships' Mounting Arms in American Ports
07/01/1794 Letter SignedDiscusses a uniform policy on belligerent nations' ships equipping themselves in American ports. Notes that the mounting of new guns and/or carriages is forbidden, though also noting the difference …
Josiah Bartlett Collection
Dissatisfaction with Arrangements Surrounding Settlement at Presqu'ile
07/22/1794 Letter SignedMifflin writes that he is transmitting all documents pertaining to Pennsylvania's title to land supposedly bought from the Six nations, for use in upcoming negotiations in a dispute over the same. …
Andrew Ellicot Papers, Mm 75019679.
Disposition of Militia from New Jersey & Pennsylvania
10/23/1794 Letter SignedHamilton reports on the disposition of two detachments of militia the need for which is in dispute. [Whiskey Rebellion]
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Court of Inquiry
12/05/1794 Autograph Letter SignedPresidential assurance of impartial justice, Wayne to be ordered to direct a court of inquiry relative to any subject Wilkinson suggests. Requests specifics to charges Wilkinson filed against Wayne.
Harry Innes Papers, Mm81027201
Continuing the Expedition
10/25/1794 Contemporary Copy of LetterHamilton discusses the expedition's progress as it arrives in Berlin, Pennsylvania. [Whiskey Rebellion]
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Concerns Relative to Paying the Officers & Men of the Late Expedition
12/26/1794 Contemporary Copy of Letter SignedCarrington explains in considerable detail his views regarding the methods of paying the officers and men who participated in the conflict against the insurgency in western Pennsylvania.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Clothing for the Militia and articles for the President
10/11/1794 Autograph Letter SignedKnox informs Blaime of the clothing forwarded to Carlisle for the use of the militia and articles intended for the President of the U.S. forwarded by wagon.
Peter Force - Ephrain Blaime Papers, Mm78012906, Series 8D
Clothing for Detachments in the Rear
10/21/1794 Letter SignedWashington questions the necessity and expense of providing clothing, rations, and pay for the detachments in the rear who will not contribute to quelling the insurgency. [Whiskey Rebellion]
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Benefits of the War Against the Insurgency, Etc.
12/12/1794 Contemporary Copy of Letter SignedAmong many other matters including Hamilton's impending resignation, Carrington expresses his views on the success of the war against the insurgency. He particularly notes the importance of …
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Arrest the President's Wagon
10/16/1794 Autograph Letter SignedKnox orders Blaime to arrest the President's wagon until his orders are received but the shipment of clothing should be sent on.
Peter Force - Ephrain Blaime Papers, Mm78012906, Series 8D
Army In Motion Homeward, Etc.
11/19/1794 Contemporary Copy of LetterHamilton observes that the sundry units of the Army are returning to their homes in Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The judiciary continues to interrogate the prisoners apprehended …
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Arms & Equipage Needed to Supply the Militia
09/24/1794 Letter SignedClement Biddle, the Quartermaster General of Pennsylvania, asks Hamilton to order Samuel Hodgdon to provide the arms and camp equipage Biddle needs to equip the militia that it is about to set out for …
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Apprehending Suspects from the insurgency
11/15/1794 Contemporary Copy of LetterHamilton names those who have been apprehended for their part in the insurgency in western Pennsylvania and one who has escaped. He believes that a permanent military presence will be required in the …
Alexander Hamilton Papers
