Library of Congress: Manuscript Division
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Explains Creation of Brigade and Brigadier General with Pennsylvania Volunteer Troops
Refers to transition of rank from the old army to the provisional army and General Habersham's appointment as Brigadier General. Reports that Pennsylvania has supplied more troops under the name of …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Every State Should Provide a Regiment, Etc.
Gunn encloses a copy of the military bill reported to the Senate and asks Hamilton for amendments. He believes that every state should provide one regiment to the [Eventual] Army and that the endless …
Alexander Hamilton PapersEquipage & Clothing for Captain Bruff's New Recruits
Captain Bruff is travelling to Maryland for the purpose of recruiting a company and needs to be furnished with the necessary equipage and clothing for his recruits.
Alexander Hamilton PapersEncourages Selection of Good Characters
Encourages the selection of proper characters.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encourages Production of a Contract
Refers to a conversation which took place in Philadelphia, with a gentleman now settling in Baltimore. Encourages Oliver to induce gentleman for a contract for supplies.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Receipt from Ebenezer Stevens
Encloses copy of receipt from Col. Stevens, similar to one received from Capt. George Ingersol.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Encloses Passport for Raphel Family
Expresses sympathy. Encloses a passport for him, his wife, and children as approved by the Secretary of State.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses List of Potential Officers; Outlines Reimbursement Procedure
In preparation for officer appointments, has written to Governor Davis with a list of potential names, included here. Questions if it was proper to include Spaight's name. Makes it clear that if …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Letters from the Quartermaster General and Brig. Gen. Wilkinson
Encloses letter from the Quartermaster General and from Brigadier General Wilkinson.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Letters
Encloses an illegible letter, as well as a letter to the Attorney General from Mr. B. Reeder.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Letter from Captain Frederick Frye with Copy of His Charges
Encloses letter from Captain Frederick Frye with a copy of the charges brought against him.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Instructions for Brgiadier General Wilkinson
Encloses instructions for Brigadier General Wilkinson for Hamilton's information.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Information for Officers
Encloses information for captains and lieutenants in the provisional army.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Information about Appointments
Encloses information about an appointment.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Information about Appointment as Captain of Infantry
Encloses information about his official appointment as Captain of Infantry. Makes reference to request for French to join his regiment.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Document; Requests Transmission
Encloses a requested document [illegible]. Requests transmission.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Copy of Report; Seeks Opinion
Encloses copy of report. Requests opinion as soon as possible. Anticipates start of regular service; expects a daily report.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Copy of Press Report
Encloses copy of press report [not included]. Seeks opinion. Reports busy activities. Expresses concern about Col. Smith's nomination.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Copies of Speeches
Submits speech to Bloody Fellow, Wolf Pound, and George Colbert. Will call upon the President in the morning for further instructions.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Communications; Requests Opinion about Garrisons in Detroit
Encloses communications with Major Bradley, Colonel Hamtramck and Colonel Strong. Refers to nearby Indian chiefs. Requests opinion on garrisons at Detroit with men and non-commissioned officers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Bill of Articles for Capt. Cornelius Lyman; Pleased with Recruiting Success
Does not know the amount for transportation of Mr. King's baggage. Encloses bill of articles for Capt. Cornelius Lyman. Pleased to know that recruiting continues to succeed. Hurries to ship clothing …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Encloses Bill for Medical Establishment
Encloses draft of a bill for the medical establishment, including detail regulations. Comments on another bill of military appropriations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Appointments for Cadets
Encloses appointments for Joshua Jamison and Thomas Buck as cadets.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Enclosed Invoice for Previous Shipment
Had shipped articles without the correct signed invoice; enclosed here. Requests acknowledgment of receipt.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Embryo of An Army
Delay in recruiting men directly after the passage of an act that augmented the army led to difficulty recruiting good men. Washington expresses skepticism as to whether a real army will ever come …
Alexander Hamilton Papers
