Maryland Historical Society
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The Louisiana Territory and Spanish
John McKee writes to the Secretary at War about Spanish intrigue on the Mississippi River. Mentions the Natchez Indians and the broader Louisiana Territory. Also makes mention of General James …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Sufficient Compensation
Hamilton notes that if the recruiting service is to be his responsibility, he ought to be definitively appointed. He stresses his need for sufficient pay to compensate for the loss of professional …
Stephen Raphel PapersStatement of Expenditures from Naval Agents in Baltimore
Statement of cash expended in labour and wages on the Frigate Constellation from the beginning to the 3rd of February 1798.
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Statement of Cash Expended in labor & wages at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia
Ledger of monies spent on the construction of a frigate in Philadelphia.
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Statement of Cash Expended in labor & wages at the Navy Yard in Boston
Statement of cash expended in labour wages on the frigate Constitution at Boston from the beginning to the 3rd of February.
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647State of the Disease in Philadelphia, Etc.
McHenry declares that the sickness in Philadelphia has sufficiently abated to allow Congress to reconvene.
Robert Oliver PapersSecurity of the Bridge
Lowndes, Templeman, and Stoddert warn that the bridge may not be safe due to the need for additional work. The only available means of financing the work will be for the stockholders to advance …
V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.Representative Hindman writes to the Secretary at War
In this letter William Hindman, Congressman from Maryland, makes recommendations for military commissions to the Secretary at War. Hindman states that Federalist political credentials are essential …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Reprehensible & Vindictive Behavior of Mr. Smith, Etc.
Among other topics, McHenry assures Oliver that he approves of his conduct and finds the behavior of Robert Smith highly reprehensible.
Robert Oliver PapersReports Treaty Negotiations; European Attitudes toward America
Apologizes for not writing earlier. Discusses the status of treaty negotiations. Mentions his state of health. Speaks of attitude toward America and attitudes of individual cabinet members precluding …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Report from George Salmon to James McHenry on Maryland's Congressional Elections of 1798
Salmon discusses the Maryland Congressional elections of 1798 with James McHenry. Smith's interest among mechanics and militia will surmount all opposition. All merchants and people of fortune made …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Relative Ranks of Major Generals, Etc.
McHenry is pleased that Washington has recovered after being indisposed and advises him to avoid the early morning and evening air. Despite McHenry's endeavors, the President seems determined to place …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Relative Rank of Major Generals
Washington has asked to be kept apprised of developments respecting the relative rank of the major generals and the enclosed letters should achieve that purpose.
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Recommendations Relative to the Quasi-War with France
McHenry provides detailed advice to the president as to whether he should seek from Congress a declaration of war against France.
Robert Oliver PapersQuestions on State of the Nation and Its Foreign Affairs with European nations
The President has directed the Secretaries of State, War, and the Treasury, and the Attorney General to consider the state of the nation and its foreign relations, particularly with France, in …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Qualifications of Aides and Secretaries, Etc.
Washington requests a personal secretary. Respecting aides to generals, he stresses that much more is expected of them than attending parades and delivering orders. They should possess the soul of a …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Proposed Plans & Preparations for Raising 12 New Regiments of Infantry
McHenry states that the provisions for raising the 12 new regiments of infantry will be too time-consuming if orchestrated from one central location; proposes that 3 districts be created for this …
Stephen Raphel PapersPromotions & Appointments in the Regiments of Artillerists & Engineers
A draft of a document listing promotions and appointments to the First and Second Regiments of the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers.
Robert Oliver PapersPrice of Rations and Component Parts
Enclosed is a schedule showing the price of rations and component parts at certain posts for the year from October 1798 through September 1799, agreeably to the contract.
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Price of Carpenter's wages employed on the frigate United States.
A listing of monies paid for carpenters from 1794 to 1797.
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Officers Suggested for Appointments
McHenry lists the candidates for appointments in the augmented army including those he considers the most intelligent and active officers in the American army.
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Nomination Withdrawn Due to Opposition in the Senate
McHenry discusses Smith's provisional appointment as Adjutant General which had to be withdrawn because of opposition in the Senate. He will be given command of one of the regiments instead.
Robert Oliver PapersNews from Lisbon
Smith, American Minister to Portugal, reports to the Secretary of State on the news from Lisbon, especially that which relates to the ongoing quasi-war with France.
Robert Oliver PapersMy Zeal for Public Service, Etc.
Hamilton pledges to travel to Philadelphia to meet with McHenry as soon as the official communication of his appointment arrives.
V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.Money for Bridge Work
As requested by Lowndes, Templeman, and Stoddert, McHenry advances $75 for the five shares he holds in the bridge so that the work on securing the safety of the bridge can go forward.
V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.
