Library of Congress: Manuscript Division
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Instructions Given by the Secretary of War to Major Tousard
McHenry provides detailed instructions to Tousard regarding the defense of the northeast.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInstructions for Two Regimental Commanders
Hamilton conveys a sense of urgency to Lt. Cols. Rice and Hunnewell regarding the organization, staffing, and mission of their regiments.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInstructions for the Paymaster General, Inspector General, and Comptroller
Refers to express instructions for the Treasury and the paymaster general, including money advances and payment forms. Writes of efforts of Inspector General to muster the troops and the Comptroller …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Instructions for Shipment of Clothing
Encloses list of quantity of clothing waiting for delivery. Because the store may be shut up in a day or two, it is necessary to get these shipments out as soon as possible. Instructions for clothing …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Instructions for Orders and Returns
Refers to Brock's orders, which had not yet been issued from the War Department. Requests returns be sent to him for supplies for recruits. If received early, chances are the orders will go out …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Instructions for Jonathon Jackson for Fortifications in Boston
Encloses instructions for Jonathon Jackson as agent of fortifications in and around Boston and its harbor. Requests transmission of vouchers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Instructions for Delivery of Stores; Questions Cost
Seeks to maintain a regular supply for the army in the East. Has forwarded list from the Storekeeper to be deposited with Hunt. Mr. Bass has items in store; he will return in the shallop and provide …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Instructions for Clothing for Recruits
Received invoice for clothing at Portsmouth. The accompanying statement will provide details of shipment and disbursement, presumably by Lieut. Hale to his recruits. Remaining stores should be placed …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Instructions for Account Adjustments
Seeks to adjust accounts as agent of the Quartermaster General. Waits for proper circumstances so Simmons can complete his responsibilities.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Inspection of Castings for John J. Faesch; Rectify Accounts for Ebenezer Stevens
Plans to go to Elizabeth Town and New York city to inspect the castings of John J. Faesch. Requests extract of contract and any other documents for the examination. Received receipts for Ebenezer …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Inspecting the Company of Capt. Gates
Gibbs compliments the discipline and appearance of the men of Captain Gates' Company.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInquires about Powder Supply
Reports the possession of 3028 lbs. of powder in Detroit last January. Asks if this supply is sufficient or if more should be sent from Albany rather than Pittsburgh, where it cannot be spared.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Inquires about Number, Contents of Hogsheads Sent to Oswego, Niagara
Wants to know about the marks and number of hogsheads used for conveyance of clothing from Albany to northern posts of Oswego and Niagara. Wants to know if each hogshead contained a list of its …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Informing the Commander in Chief
McHenry stresses the importance of keeping General Washington well informed so that when he does take command, he can do so with the knowledge he needs to be an effective commander.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInformation from Captain Houdin about Mr. Hudson
Has received information from Captain Houdin on Mr. Hudson's business; requests direction of how to proceed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Information from Captain Houdin about Mr. Hudson
Enclosed letter from Captain Houdin provides information on Mr. Hudson, calling for future instruction.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Information about Gubernatorial Election, Stevens's Compensation, Cash & Fur
Refers to commotion of coming election with concern for the peace and security of the common wealth. Seeks to elect James Ross governor. Refers to case of Stevens in New York. The Quartermaster …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Information about Clothing Contract and Additional Orders
Encloses statement showing what clothing is on contract with an order for the additional regiment.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Incentives for Musicians & Extra Allowances for Officers
McHenry explains the pay incentives that are available for attracting drummers and fifers and the circumstances in which extra allowances are allowed for officers.
Alexander Hamilton PapersImportant Not to Make Bad Worse
McHenry believes that the mission should continue to receive fair play and should be conducted with the same candor as if the measure is the best that could be devised. It is important not to make bad …
Robert Goodloe Harper Papers, Mm82024950
