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Rand Should Be Discharged Due to Extreme Intemperance, Etc.
Gates recommends that elderly 42-year-old Abraham Rand be discharged from the service due to his extreme intemperance. He notes that he now commands 74 men and does not have enough clothing and …
Alexander Hamilton PapersQuestions Thomas Hallam on Location of Medicine Chests and Surgeon's Instruments
The Secretary of War requests information from enclosed papers. Captain Littlefield's letter indicates that Thomas Hallam is in NY. Hallam will know what happened to the 3 medicine chests and …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Questions Open Account with Israel Chapin, Indian Agent
Annual annuity forwarded by Isarel Chapin, agent for Six Nations of Indians, as charged in books. No evidence of delivery has been produced to close the account.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Questions Line of Authority for Court Martial of Private Joseph Ricksin
Discusses general court martial held at West Point for Joseph Ricksin. Has communicated with General Hamilton about the death sentence and questions the different realms of authority..
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Questions Credits and Debits on Navy Books
Prepares to close navy books and send them to the Navy Department. Notes a number of accounts to Gibbs's debit. Questions credits of iron as well as others. Requests prompt response.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Questions Affecting the Legality of the General Court Martial
McHenry has two questions bearing on the legality of the General Court Martial: Can the Commandant of a Port or Garrison , where there a sufficient number of officers, order a General Court Martial? …
Alexander Hamilton PapersQuestions Accounts; Shipment of Clothing
Requests a report of Bacon's accounts because he must resolve $72 dollars in his account. Is sending more clothing for Capt. Kead at Easton, asking Hunt to forward the shipment to him.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Questions about Supplies
Writes about collection and transportation of supplies.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Questions about Hewit's Appointment over Public Stores
The Secretary of State has shown Hodgdon Gibson's letter. Wonders who Mr. Hewit is and how he has charge over public stores. Seeks to make Hewit accountable for these charges. Requests Gibson's …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Questions about Discrepancies in Accounts for Military Stores in Detroit
Has examined his books on military supplies in Detroit and discovered a remarkable difference on state of stores with no explanation. Has examined returns from Rivardi and has questions: when did …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Quelling the Insurrection in Pennsylvania
McHenry discusses possible military responses to the apparent insurrection in Pennsylvania.
Alexander Hamilton PapersQuantity of Ammunition to be Forwarded to Fort Adams
In the interest of safety during conveyance, the quantity of ammunition intended for the artillery at Fort Adams should not exceed the estimate.
Alexander Hamilton PapersPublic Purchase of Land for Powder Mill and Stores
Relates conversation with the Secretary of War about Wheelen's debt for the land tract on which the powder mill and stores stand. The Secretary agrees to the transaction so the public can purchase the …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Provisions for Gun Storage
Suggests that Williams procure 20 buckets and leather hose there to complete the engine rather than pay for and wait for transportation from Philadelphia. Hodgdon will forward immediately some …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Providing Virginia's Officers With Their Commissions
Hamilton quotes a letter from General Washington who complains that the officers of Virginia has yet to receive their commissions and this is the cause of much dissatisfaction.
Alexander Hamilton PapersProvides Report of International and National Affairs; Seeks Opinion
Reports disagreements in the Cabinet with the President with regard to the mission to France. Mentions political party against government and policy with England. Seeks Washington's opinion for the …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Provides More Time for Powder Payment
The Secretary of State approves of more time for payment to the associated gentlemen in powder. Requests that Morris press the settlement, but to take care in postponing payment.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Provides Informatiou about Gibson's Assignment at Fort Mifflin
The Secretary of War has requested Gibson to remain at Fort Mifflin on Mud Island as Quartermaster and Superintendent of workmen. Returns should be regulated to the General Superintendent of Military …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Provides Information about Clothing Shipment and Payment
Sent letter to Quartermaster General about packages of clothing ready for delivery. As the store is closing soon, hopes to attend to business immediately, and the Secretary of War and Gen. Hamilton …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Protecting the Surveyors
Since the party of troops ordered to assist the Surveyor General in marking the boundary lines designated by the Treaty of Greenville has refused to do so, McHenry orders that a military escort be …
Alexander Hamilton PapersProposes Tentmaker Contract
Sends a common tent; suggests its use for the army. Suggests contract to Mr. Moyes. If Francis can purchase canvas at a better price, the tents will cost less.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Proposed Regulations Regarding Relative Rank Between New Officers & Promotions
Submits a plan for resolving the issue of relative rank between the officers of the 12 new regiments. Mentions as primary a concern to avoid comparisons based on merit, which might offend some of the …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Proper Arrangements for the Command of the Military Force
Hamilton provides the details of his plan to organize the [Eventual] Army with himself, as Inspector General, superintending the whole.
Alexander Hamilton PapersPromotions Frequently Prove More Injurious than Advantageous
Due to the unsettled state of the military establishment, Hamtramck does not want to be promoted if it is only a temporary measure that could harm his career.
Alexander Hamilton PapersPromises to Send Requested Papers; Recommends Mr. Physick
Is not able to look up and forward the requested papers. Sends plans and original notes, which may be helpful, and will forward papers as they become available. Has spoken with agent Mr. Physick, whom …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
