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Clarifies Needs for Triplicate Letter Distribution
Sent Wilkinson a duplicate letter through McHenry and thus assumes there is no need for a triplicate copy.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543CIRCULAR: Request for Reports and Returns
McHenry notified Hamilton that all future communications regarding his troops were to be addressed to McHenry.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCircular to the Commandants of Regiments
Hamilton issues his orders to the Regimental Commandants as to the organization of the States into military districts and sub-districts and the concomitant assignment of officers.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCheaper Gun Carriages
Boyd assures Hamilton that he could arrange for the production of gun carraiges for the vessels under construction at a cheaper rate than is currently being paid.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCharges Against Major Rivardi, Etc.
In addition to enclosing the charges against Major Rivardi by fellow officers, McHenry stresses the importance of continuing to work with the current contractor until a new contract can be arranged …
Alexander Hamilton PapersCharges Against Major Rivardi
Capt. Bruff lists and explains his grievances against Major Rivardi which he promises to substantiate.
Alexander Hamilton PapersChallenges Captain Vance's Conduct
Reports Captain Vance's challenge to a War Department accountant. Requests appointment of another person to lead volunteers and that the Quartermaster General should appoint another person. Believes …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Carry Out the Sentences of the General Court Martial
Hamilton is asked to carry out the several sentences contained in the proceedings of the General Court Martial.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCarmichael is Highly Obnoxious to Me
Stille deplores Lieutenant Carmichael's ignorance and stupidity and asks that he be detached from Stille's company.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCaptain Elliott's Services are Needed Immediately
Captain McMillen must be relieved as soon as possible from the Company of Artillery at Northampton County so that he can be available to superintend the laboratory intended for the production of …
Alexander Hamilton PapersCaptain Ingersoll's Report
Captain Ingersoll provides a detailed report of the state of readiness of his command, including a description of the buildings he is using and the surrounding terrain in addition to his returns of …
Alexander Hamilton PapersCapt. Williams' Leave of Absense
McHenry asks Hamilton to approve the request of Captain Williams to take a leave of absense, without pay, to travel to the East Indies.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCan the President Make Army Appointments When the Senate is in Session?
McHenry argues, contrary to President Adams' assertion, that the President is not authorized by the Constitution to make appointments to the Army without Senate approval when the Senate is in session …
Alexander Hamilton PapersCan Provide the 68 Rifles Requested by Captain Howell
The 68 rifles request by Captain Howell's company can be supplied by the store in Philadelphia, which has around 900.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Can Captain Church be Spared to Recruit His Company?
Smith assures Hamilton that Captain Church, Hamilton's new Aide de Camp, will not be required to recruit his company unless Hamilton permits him to do so. According to the 6th section of the Act for …
Alexander Hamilton PapersBusiness with 24-pounders and Transportation.
Promises to present his case before the President. Reports number of 24-pounders on Mr. Brown's wharf in Providence. Suggests communication with Mr. Craig about transportation.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Business of Making Muskets
Hodgdon discusses in detail the business and issues related to manufacturing muskets.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Believes Col. Stevens Should Purchase Supplies from Nearby Quartermaster Stores
Encloses returns from Col. Stevens. Requests clothing for artillery privates to be delivered immediately. Believes Stevens should purchase small supplies from quartermasters' departments as close to …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Barracks Calculations
Lists number of rooms, how many soldiers can be accommodated in each, as well as other buildings on the the premises which could be converted to barracks.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Attempts to Keep Spiritous Liquors and Soldiers Apart
Strong describes his attempts to keep his soldiers from partaking of spiritous liquors including the posting of a sentinal in front of a saloon. This latter provoked the saloon keeper to sue Strong …
Alexander Hamilton PapersAttempt to Gratify Capt. Stille
McHenry asks Hamilton to grant Capt. Stille's request that Lieut. Carmichael be removed from his Company.
Alexander Hamilton PapersAssures Proper Payment
Reports conversation with Secretary of War. McHenry assures that decisive measures will be taken. Houdin will be paid properly.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Assignment of Officers
Hamilton lists the assignment of officers to the two Regiments of Artillerists and Engineers.
Alexander Hamilton PapersAssigning Stations to the Infantry
McHenry apoligizes for not being able to send the distribution aksed for by Hamilton. He asks for Hamilton's assistance in understanding the intentions of General Washington regarding the assignment …
Alexander Hamilton PapersAssessing Captain Hill's Plan
MacPherson solicits Hamilton's opinion regarding plans for fortifications around New York's harbor.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
