Library of Congress: Manuscript Division
2075 documents
Extracts of Letters about Officer Appointments
Speaks of appointments of officers in the provisional army. Includes extract of letter from Pinckney.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Extract of Colonel Butler's Letter
McHenry forwards an extract of a letter from Colonel Thomas Butler who is located at Belle Canton in Tennessee.
Alexander Hamilton PapersExtension of My Agency
Hamilton's informs Wilkinson of the breadth of Hamilton's new command and orders him to Philadelphia to confer with him, Washington, and PInckney.
Alexander Hamilton PapersExtending My Confinement
Osborn laments that sixteen days have passed since his arrest and requests that his confinement be extended from the island to the city. .
Alexander Hamilton PapersExpresses Opinion on Providing Rations, Fuel, and Barracks
Having examined the records of David Ames and Robert Orr, discovers that they do not request an increase of rations, as intimated by the journal, but for an allowance of rations never before received. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Opinion about Bad Certificates
Expresses private opinion about exchange of bad certificates for good ones. Promises to answer personally for any balance due. Requests the rapid shipment of certificates.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concerns about Rations Process and Contractors
Requests opinion on enclosed circular on supplying rations. Expresses concerns about the business of contracts with this decision.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concerns about [?]'s Papers
Discussion of seizure of letters; requests that Hawkins take possession of [?]'s papers immediately, with fear of the repercussion of [?]'s temperament.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concern for Destroyed Boat with Salvaged Cargo
Expresses concern for loss of boat, but happy to hear the cargo is safe. Hopes that Sargent's articles will arrive safely and speedily. Public concerns are in motion although no decisions have been …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Wilkinson's Promotion
Refers to General [James] Wilkinson's claims to promotion and his own promise not to oppose, but warns of the danger of half-confidences. Concerned about expectations from Spain. Requests that …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concern about Quality of Cartouche Boxes and Kettles
Col. Ogden complains about the unfit cartouch boxes and camp kettles from Hunt. Requests information about standing of this issue. Admonishes Hunt for sending useless articles, and hopes there has …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Public Opinion of Published Letter
Refers to a letter extract from General Davis, published in the Richmond paper, which has been taken out of context and original meaning.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concern about Payment for Embezzled Powder to Mr. Poe
The Secretary of War has requested immediate action to pay for powder previously embezzled. Requests communication with David Poe.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Military Stores at Abandoned Fort Ronselare
Has informed Barnard Hudson of the decision to abandon the post at Fort Ranselaer [?]. Has contacted Michael Houden about securing the stores there. Concern about difficulty of transporting ordnance. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Delivery of Supplies
Has sent the articles requested in the enclosed invoice. Dealing with complaints of detention, damage, and embezzlement along the route. Requests acknowledgment of receipt. Reports loss of trunk …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Delivery of Medicines and Hospital Stores
Forwards to Col. Evin Stevens medicine and hospital stores to Niagara. Has written to Rivardi so he is apprised of their arrival. Requests that as soon as Hoduin receives them, he ship them to …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Closing Military Stores at Fort Ranselear
News of the return of the ordnance and stores at Fort Ranselear. Letter of Attorney for the last year's compensation has been presented to the Secretary of War, who expresses concern that military …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Captain Frye's Court Martial
Encloses proceedings of a general court martial by order of Captain Frederick Frye. Complains that Frye had no such authority and that there was no advocate. Refers to instructions for a court …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concern about Appointed Duties; Requests Assistance
As Intendent of Stores appointed by Congress, he outlines his duties to oversee the military stores. Seeks to comply with the requisition to be aware of all people involved with military stores but …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Accusations
Expresses concern about his recent court martial and imprisonment. Accuses him of insult based on personal resentment.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Explains Reasons Why One Nominee Declined Appointment
Encloses schedule that was forgotten in the previous post. Mentions plans of officers to decline nominations until actual operations are necessary in order to maintain occupations. Claims that this is …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Explains Nominations who did not Pass
Encloses list of names submitted by the General to the Senate. Comments on several men who have not accepted the nomination or were not approved. Intends to follow guidelines for ranks by schedule.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Explains Method of Settling Mr. Colfax's Account
Explains method of settling account for Mr. Colfax.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Explains Efforts to Put Down Insurgents
Speaks of possibility of government enforcement against insurgents. Presumes organization of volunteer militia. Hopes to surprise insurgents with troops from Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Explains Designation of Posts on New York Harbor Islands
Explains consideration of all troops stationed in the islands of the harbor of New York as belonging to one post. The senior officer will be given double rations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
