Maryland Historical Society
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Commissions for Three Generals Are Enclosed
Adams encloses the commissions for the three generals, signed and dated with the same day.
Robert Oliver PapersColors for the Greyheads of Alexandria
Washington asks McHenry to provide colors [a flag] for the "Greyheads" of Alexandria who have formed a company to provide for the defense of the town and its vicinity. They would like Mrs. Washington …
V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.Charges Due the Accountant of the War Department
Account for money paid and due, involving the Quarter Master and the Accountant of the War Department
Robert Oliver PapersAscertaining the Truth Respecting General Smith
Despite being afflicted with a vicious fever, McHenry has attempted to ascertain whether the sentiments attributed to General Smith have been correctly stated. Before he died, Captain Mitchell had …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Arrest and Court Martial
Official. Documents arrest and court martial of Samuel Parnele for fraud. Presidential appointment of multiple officiers to judge Parnele on charges.
General Otho Williams Papers, MS# 908.Appointments and Military Business
No news from the Secretary of State. Adams discusses Hamilton's recommendation for Inspector of Artillery and other matters of appointments and the management of the army.
Stephen Raphel PapersAddressing Libel, Officer Appointments & North Carolina Horsemen
Addresses libels uttered by Major Brooks; Adams says he leaves it to McHenry and Stoddert to make a decision about the man's fitness for appointment. States that General North must accept his …
Stephen Raphel PapersA Profound Secret, Etc.
There seems to be a mistake in that part of the recent communication respecting Mr. Shelby attending the assembly at Knoxville. Mr. James is currently in Philadelphia doing business with Robert …
V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.A Commission for John Hampton Palmer
Enclosed is a letter from John Hampton Palmer of Vermont requesting the aid of Judge Cranch in procuring a pair of colors.This young gentleman is a grandson of General Palmer who was active in the …
Stephen Raphel PapersTrade With Domingo Will Be Opened, Etc.
Since Mr. Francis is the purveyor he will purchase the articles mentioned in Washington's letter. Mr. McAlpin states that some of the Spring vessels have arrived but he still has not been able to …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Spirit Manifested by the People, Etc.
McHenry extols the spirit manifested by the people in most parts of the Union to support their government in response to the ambitious views of France. The regular regiment to be raised in Virginia …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Sending a Vessel to the Isle of France
Not knowing Mr. Pickering, Caton solicits McHenry's assistance in obtaining a permit to send a vessel to "the Isle of France."
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Raising the Eventual Army
McHenry stresses the possible necessity of raising the eventual army in part or in whole. Measures should be taken for selecting the best qualified of those who are willing to serve. The course of …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Proposed Treaty with France
McHenry warns that a great change has taken place in the affairs of Europe since the U.S. mission was undertaken. A treaty with France cannot, with regard to trade and commerce, place the U.S. in as …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Missing military stores
David Poe has reported the loss of gunpowder from the magazine in Baltimore to the Directors of the Baltimore Insurance Fire Company. Poe believes the powder was embezzeled. In writing to Odonal, …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Management of Your Agency is Ridiculously Bad!
Hamilton chastises McHenry for the inefficiency of the War Department in furnishing supplies. Delays attend every operation and articles are forwarded in a most incomplete manner. It is the …
Stephen Raphel PapersLetter to the Secretary at War
John McHenry, writing from the Hague, discusses the new American Navy, the Jacobins in France, the prospects of war in Europe, the French seige of Mantua, and the fall of the citadel in Alexandria …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Letter to the Secretary at War
The Secretary at War asks Colonel John Eager Howard to provide him names of men from each county in Maryland that may be able to aid in the selection of army officers.
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Letter to the Secretary at War
In the event of war with France, John McKee makes his terms of service known to the Secretary at War. McKee stipulates that his salary must be equal to that of an agent to the Cherokee.
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Letter to the Secretary at War
Robert Oliver presents the Secretary at War a bill to liquidate debts associated with McHenry's investment in the Maryland Insurance Company.
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Letter from the Secretary at War
James McHenry informs Richard Caton of a discussion held with Mr. Carroll.
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Letter from the Secretary at War
The Secretary at War directs the Accountant of the War Department to ascertain the legality of providing cash rewards to solidiers and citizens that apprehend deserters.
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Letter from James McHenry
James McHenry writes to his nephew, John McHenry. The Secretary at War discusses the situation in France, the gubernitorial elections in Pennsylvania, and the overall formation of national political …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Keeping the Southern States in Good Humor
Sitgreaves is involved in court during the week but will reflect on the theory of the Constitution and laws in favor of the claim once the court obligation is met. There was perhaps a precedent in the …
Stephen Raphel PapersIssues Respecting the Pay of Officers
McHenry discusses officers' pay related to additional regiments and describes executive power respecting officers' pay. He mentions the recruiting service for additional regiments and discusses …
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.
