Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Thomas Parker, 14 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Parker, Thomas

            Sir,
            N. York 14th. Sept. 1799

          I have Your letter of the 6th. inst. has been received.
          The number of Officers on the list sent you was intended as a temporary arrangement of relative rank; You will find by a circular letter of mine, which has recently by another desired should be particularly attended been recently adverted to, recommended to the Lt. Cols. Commndts. in concert with their Majors to revise the order in which the Officers are placed and to communicate to me confidentially such alterations as they may be deem’d necessary. To this I request that you will attend without delay.
          You seem to have misconceived my meaning in regard to the appointment of Mr. Little in the room of Mr. Williams, you will in future observe that the utmost I can do in such cases is to support, in conjunction with the Secy. of War, the recommendations of Gentlemen candidates for appointments and can not nor can I answer for the issue event until the appointment be made—
          I take it for granted that Mr. Taylor accepts his Appointment & advise you to write to him immediately directing him to join his Regiment—
          With great considern &
          Col: Parker


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from James McHenry, 14 September 1799
From: McHenry, James
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            War Department Trenton 14th September 1799

          Inclosed is an extract of a letter from Governor St. Clair, dated Cincinnati the 26th of August ultimo, for your information.
          I have the honour to be with great respect, Sir, Your most obedt. Servant,

            James McHenry

          Major General Alexander Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from James McHenry, 14 September 1799
From: McHenry, James
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            War department September 14th. 1799

          I enclose you letters of appointment for Samuel Finley as Surgeon—John H. Douglas and Samuel Davis as Surgeons Mates and Israel Loring, Joseph Herkemer Jacob Mancius, Nathaniel Smith, Conrad Kip and Tobias  V. Kuyler as Second Lieutenants in the Twelfth Regiment of Infantry—
          You will be pleased to have them forwarded to those Gentlemen respectively—
          I have no information respecting the resignation of Lieut George Harrison, except what is contained in your letter.
          I am Sir With great respect Your obed. Servant

            James McHenry

          Major General Alexr. Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Alexander Thompson, 15 September 1799
From: Thompson, Alexander
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Albany Sepr. 15th. 1799—

          I have the honor to inform you of my Arrival at this place from Fort Niagara on Friday evening, I left the Garrison on Wednesday the 28th. August, No Officer but Lieutenant Visscher from Oswago, (with whom came the troops) had Arrived, contrary-winds on the lake, and   the Waters remarkably low on the Oswago and  Mohawk rivers, made our passage (in a private old boat) very fatigueing, the late rains makes the communication much easier, in consequence of your Letter to Major     Rivardi, After  Lieut Visshers Arrival he permitted me leave of Absence for two months to accompany my family to Fort Niagara with the Assistance of a Corporal and three Men of my Company, Will you be pleased Sir, to  Accept my respectfull Acknowledgements, for your goodness in this instance to me and my dear little family, on Account of the prevailing fever in our City my family are on their Way here, And I shall return to my command with all possible expedition,
          I have the honor to enclose Lieut Visschers letter
          Lieutenant Talman has requested to Join the Company at Niagara, Major Rivardi has committed to Memorandums various Subjects to be communicated to you in conversation respecting the Garrison, reports are prevalent here, that you may be in  town in a few days. Should that take place, I shall have the honor to present them, if Not, I take the liberty to transmit copies—Major Rivardi wrote by me to Mr. Henry Glen respecting a boat for the Use of the Garrison, and that the boat could  be   brought on my return, As I have a Corporal and three Men,  Mr. Glen replies the Order must be from General Hamilton, I Submit it to your pleasure Sir, As to the Convenience and comfort of  my family, And Should it meet your approbation, that I may be directed to Apply to Mr. Glen,
          With Sentiments of great Respect And esteem, I have the honor to be Sir, Your most Obedient Humble Servant

            Alexr. Thompson Captain
             1st. Regt. Artillerists & Engineers

          Major General Alexr. Hamilton. New York—


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Josias Carvel Hall, 15 September 1799
From: Hall, Josias Carvel
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            Havre-de-Grace Septr. 15th—99

          I have the Mortification to  report an other  desertion. He had leave of absence yesterday morning to get his Clothes washed & took that opportunity to go off about 7 O’Clock in the Morning—was reported to me between 10  & 11 O’Clock. The General-Court-Martial then siting I directed to be adjourned & every officer not immediately on Duty in the Battalion to go in Pursuit. Those who could obtain  Horses to take a more distant Circuit & those who had none  to take a File of Men each & explore the Neighborhood in all Directions. An Officer has gone off to Baltimore with Intent to be there last Night. Some of the most trusty Soldiers with two Days Provision are gone with Orders to take different Directions & search the Country round I will not spare eithr Trouble or Expence to put a Stop to this  shameful Practice Horsemens Tents arrived last Night.  I have given Orders that no Officer shall absent himself from the Encampment without leave—That all Soldiers found  200 yards from his Post without leave  or half a Mile without a written pass shall be punished by Sentance of a Court-Martial I have directed the Roll to be called besides the usual times at least three times at irregular Hours thro’ the Night. The Soldiers to be constantly under Arms except a reasonable time for sleeping & eating &c
          I have given them to understand that no Relaxation or Indulgence can be given ’till a  Stop is put to the scandelouse Vice. They are well fed & provided for & in addition, the  River in front of their Camp, abounds with Fish. I have purchased   Hooks & Lines & ordered a Man from each Company to provide some to be distributed in the Battalion every Day, So    they have no app apology on the Score of Living.
          I have been confined by Indisposition for some Days: But have again  got so that I can visit the Camp in my Carriage: Yet there has been no Delay  from that Cause. It was only yesterday that the last Detachment arrived in Camp. I have mustered all this Battalion. You will  observe I have passed some rather  under size. They are very handsome, lively, promising Lad   who will quickly arrive to the requisite Hight You will farther Observe I have passed two  Men conditionally. One complains of his Leg, the other of his Arm.  On a very careful Examination with the Surgeon we can discover  nothing amiss. I    suspect it is pretence They shall receive no pay ’till that is ascertained. To hasten the Decision I have directed them to be constantly employed as Camp-Color Men
          Early this Week I expect to forward   you the Monthly Return & Sentence of the Court-Martial. It would have been done earlier: But we have been interrupted by the  Muster & the Persuit of  these Deserters So soon as this is done I shall select as many Officers as are necessary to take Charge of the Recruits  here stationed & dismiss the others to their recruiting Stations, to be changed every  four or five Weeks I expect all this will be dispatched by the middle of the Week; when I hope  to be well enough to ride to George Town & muster those.
          With great Consideration I have the Honor to be Sir Your most Obdt Servt

            J. Carvel Hall

            I am happy to inform you the Deserter was taken about — O’Clock last Night

            J C H


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Daniel Bradley, 16 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Bradley, Daniel

            Sir,
            New York Sept. 16. 99

           You will on the receipt of this letter order a Genl. Court Martial to assemble at Staunton for the trial of John Lines & Robt. Gilmore Deserters from Capt. Gibson’s Company and such other Offenders as may be brought before it; of which Capt. Gibson is to be Prest. You will and appoint four other officers to constitute the Court and a person to Officiate as Judge Advocate and transmit the Proceedings to me
          With great consideration &c—
          Major Bradley


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to George Ingersoll, 16 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Ingersoll, George

            Sir
            New York Sept. 16th. 1799

          In the absence of Major Brooks I address myself to you on the subject of your letter to him of the 4th. Instant
          The regulation for allowance of fuel which was transmitted is not finally adopted, but still under consideration, and will receive such alterations as may be deemed necessary, in the mean time the old regulation is to continue, and be your guide until ordered to conform to a new one.
          You will still continue to address yourself to Major Brooks on subjects relative to your Duties and station notwithstanding the present & in the form pursued by the letter now acknowledged
          With great consideration I am Sir yr. obedt. servt.

            A Hamilton

           Capt Ingersol—


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Thomas Lloyd Moore, 16 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Moore, Thomas Lloyd

            Sir,
            New York Sept. 16th. 1799

          By a letter of the Secy. of the Navy transmitted to me by the Secretary of War it appears that the Marine Corps at Norris-town is insufficient to guard the State Prisoners there. You will please to take measures that an adequate number of the Soldiers under your command be stationed there to complete the guard wanted.
          With great consideration I am Sir Yr. Obedt. Servt.

            A Hamilton

          Col. T. Moore—


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to William S. Smith, 16 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Smith, William Stephens

            Sir,
            September 16, 1799

          I have received Your several letters of the twenty seventh of August and of the seventh and ninth of September. have been delivered to me. I regr It is a subject of extreme regret with me that the — Muskets and Horsemen’s tents provided for your regiment are in such should be so very defective. I have paid and shall pay constant attention to the subject; and it will not be — my fault if such — are not removed disorders are not, in future removed.
          I have given orders to the Adjutant General to transmit an arrest of Lieut. Laidlie—I wish It is my wish that Capt. Landon should join his regimental rendezvous as soon as possible—— I am, When I shall be informed that this is the Case I shall give orders for a General Court Martial to sit on the charges that you ——————This Court will likewise consider the cases of Lieut. Laidlie and Hoffman.
          A woman has just mentioned to me that her husband Peter Vonck has been enlisted as a soldier in your regiment. She represents him as above 48 years of age, and as addicted to hard drinking—If this be the case he should never have been admitted into the service. You will be pleased to make enquiry into the case and report it’s circumstances to me that I may be enabled to form a judgment on the subject.
          With Great consn. I am Sir Yr
          The Secretary of War has just announced to me the appointment of Samuel Finley as Surgeon of John H. Douglass and Samuel Davis as Surgeon’s Mates, and of Israel Loring, Joseph Herkemer, Jacob Mancius, Nathaniel Smith, Conrad Kip and Tobias V. Kuyler as second Lieutes in your the twelfth regiment—It is of importance to know whether any of the officers of your regiment have remained without accepting their commissions or whether there are any who hesitate on the subject—and likewise whether any of them have not been heard from. on the subject I would thank you to enquire and report to me as soon as possible—The Lieutenants you will arrange to the companies and transmit them such orders as you shall deem proper—
          Col. Smith—


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Walter L. Cochran, 16 September 1799
From: Cochran, Walter L.
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            Fort Mifflin Septr. 16th. 99—

          I had the honor to receive yours of the 14th. Inst. and shall immediately make arrangements for the marching of Capt. Masey’s Company to Norfolk, Virginia. General Hamilton will be informed of the time of their leaving this Fort.
          I have the honor to be &c

            W L Cochran Capt.
            & Commanding

          Major General Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from William Hosack, 16 September 1799
From: Hosack, William
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Major General Hamilton.
            New York, September 16, 1799

          I beg leave through you Sir to accept the appointment with which His Excellency the President has been pleased to honor me, an honor I hope in some degree to deserve by constant endeavours to discharge the duties attached to it in a becoming manner—
          As soon as I can prepare to join Captain McClallen I will give you notice and wait your orders—
          It would be highly gratifying to my pride could I equip myself completely and prepare against travelling expences without anticipating an advance of pay But Sir it is impossible, I therefore humbly presume I may experience a favor understood to be not uncommon—For the present I would prefer cash instead of rations—
          I have the honor to be Sir your devoted hume servt

            Wm. Hosack

            New York September 16th. 1799


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Campbell Smith, 17 September 1799
From: Smith, Campbell
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Camp Havre de Grace Sept. 17th 1799

          It was my intention to have forwarded to you by this day’s mail the proceedings of a General Court Martial, whereof Major Hopkins is President, lately convened at this place, in obedience to your order to Lieut. Col. Hall, and to which I had been appointed to act as Judge Advocate, for the trial of sundry Deserters in confinement—but when I had just prepared the proceedings for signature last evening one of the parties who had been sent in  pursuit returned with a prisoner who had deserted from here on the 8th instant—I have therefore thought it best, with the consent of the President, that these proceedings should be delayed untill they comprise the trial of this prisoner for which purpose the Court will be ordered to sit tomorrow—
          I have the honor to be With sentiments of respect, Sir your most obedt Servt

            Campbell Smith

          Honble Major General Hamilton—

            P.S. I have observed lately in the Baltimore papers a republication of the advertisement of the  15th of April relative to Officers absent from their Corps—I mention this circumstance to you at this time merely to remind you, lest accident or misfortune should prevent future explanation, that from the correspondence between us I conceive I have a claim upon the files of your Office to testify that I am not to be considered as a Defaulter—I am at this moment and have been for these three months past daily engaged in severe drilling duty with the young  soldiers here—which I had volunteered in as  well for occupation as for recovering lost time in that way, and I flatter myself that the present state of the Camp Discipline will evince that they have not   a little been benefited by my endeavours—
            C. S.


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from James McHenry, 17 September 1799
From: McHenry, James
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            War Department Trenton 17th. September 1799—

          Your Letter of the 14th instant, is received.
          You request, at the instance of General Wilkinson, for the endowment of Fort Adams on the Mississippi, four ten inch mortars, two eight and an half inch howitzers, six twenty four, six twelve and four nine pounders. The latter of iron, with ammunition for a siege of six months, and suggest the propriety of transporting this ordnance by water via New Orleans, with the clothing, destined for the lower posts on the Mississippi, in an armed vessel.
          Information, whether the works at Fort Adams, are so far advanced, as to be ready, for recieving the ordnance required, would be satisfactory; and it is indispensible I should know, whether carriages for the cannon, can be constructed to advantage at the post, and if not, the kind of carriages intended, in order, that I may direct, their construction in this quarter.
          There are now at New York, twenty four, twelve, and nine pounders, cannon, of a late importation, from these, I propose, the number required for Fort Adams, shall be selected. I would rather avoid, degarnishing Fort Mifflin of mortars, unless the necessity for them on the Mississippi was more urgent, especially as I expect, to be able, to supply Fort Adams, with thirteen inch mortars, from the produce of a Contract, entered into, some time since. I find from the general return of Ordnance by the Superintendant, that there are five eight inch brass howitzers, at Albany, two of which, can if desired, be ordered to Fort Adams.
          To prevent any disappointment, in the ammunition necessary, it will be proper, that a return specifying particulars, and quantities, be forwarded as soon as possible.
          I shall immediately speak to the Secretary of the Navy, respecting an armed vessel, either to carry the whole of the articles, you intend shall take the route of New Orleans, or to act as convoy, to a hired transport vessel.
          I am Sir with great respect your obedt hble servant

            James McHenry

          Major General Alexander Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from James McHenry, 17 September 1799
From: McHenry, James
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            War Department, Trenton, September 17th. 1799

          I enclose a copy of a Memorial from sundry persons, all of whom I suppose to be engaged in Trade in the North Western Territory—and of a letter from David Ziegler dated Cincinnati 10th. of June last, on the subject of what the memorialists consider an injurious system of monopoly of Trade, occasioned by the Military Orders or Regulations of the Commanding General of the Western Army.
          I pray you to take the subject of this memorial in all its relations, and probable affects, into your serious consideration. General Wilkinson, who I presume is near you, will doubtless be able to give you the necessary explanations of the Orders he has issued, or regulations he has made, which form the basis of complaints, assuming a consistent and serious aspect.
          Will you be pleased, as soon as you have matured one, to favor me with your opinion at large, and should you think it an object of urgency, to conciliate the affections of a number of people of some influence, to issue such orders for the purpose, as to your judgment may seem proper and equitable.
          I am Sir, with respect, Your obedt. servant,

            James McHenry

          Major General Alexander Hamilton.


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from John Adlum, 17 September 1799
From: Adlum, John
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Reading Septr. 17th. 1799

          I will thank you for leave of Absence to go to my farm near Havredegrace in Maryland after the election which will be on the 8th. of October next.
          If it is admissable I wish to be absent from the 10th. of October to the 1st. of December.
          I can correspond from thence with the Officers recruiting with the same facility that I can from this place. Lieut. Meminger who is the  Senior Officer of the two companies of Artillerists here, is a  very prudent man and a good officer. And I have no doubt will act with the greatest propriety, so that there can be no particular use for me here.
          The person who has the charge of my farm is  not managing it as well as he ought to do, and I wish to employ another as well as to settle my private business.
          Your complying with my request will be particularly oblidging  to Sir your most Obedt. Servt.

            John Adlum

          General. A. Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from John Heth, 17 September 1799
From: Heth, John
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Trenton September 17th. 1799

          in complyance with the orders of the secretary of war to the officers of the Brigade in which I have the Honor to serve, who are absent from their Commands to report to you—
          I have to inform you of my being at this place since I had the pleasure of seeing you in New York, where I shall wait your orders, if the public Service should require my returning immediately to duty, I will with pleasure, tho I have business of a private nature and of importance to me in Virginia, and the hope of reestablishing my health which has been much impair’d by Sickness on the mississipi, and the verry great expence of my passage from Orleans and since my landing a part of which time I was on duty, induce me to request the indulgence of a furlough for eight or Ten Months, which I am persuaded you will readily grant if it can be done without injury to the service
          I have the Honor Sir to be with Perfect respect your Hble Servant

            Jo. W. Heth. Captain
            3d. U.S. Regt.


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Richard Hunewell, 17 September 1799
From: Hunewell, Richard
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            Castine Sept. 17th. 1799—

          I do not wish to be litigious in my applications to you, to mention to the proper Department, Candidates for Cadets, but will in future send a  greater number at one time for your consideration—I now beg leave to offer Mr Oliver Emerson of York in County of York in this state, a young gentleman about 19 years of age he has a good Education & good connections,  a very steady firm young  man, he has been a Clerk in my Office for some time, & has always conducted with the greatest propriety, & I think will make a good Officer—I also recommend Mr. David J. Waters of this place, he is about 22 years of age & is Editor of the   Castine Journal, a young man of handsome abilities, & good character, was formerly a Lieutenant of an Independant Compy at Boston
          should these Gentlemen meet your approbation and   support as Cadets in the 15th Regt. it will be perfectly congenial to my wishes—
          I wish to know Sir if the Non Commissiond Officers who are appointed pro: tem: are to receive Pay from the time they commence   doing the duty provided they continue to  merit the Office to which they are appointed—
          I have the honor to be with great respect Sir Your Most Obedt. Sert.—

            Richard Hunewell

          Honble. Alexr. Hamilton Esqr. Major Genl. & Inspector Genl. of the United States Army New York


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Thomas Lloyd Moore, 17 September 1799
From: Moore, Thomas Lloyd
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Camp Bristol Sept. 17. 1799

          It is my duty to inform You that a Duel took place on thursday last the 12th. Instant; between Cap. Johnston, and Lt. Sharp, both of my Regt. in which the latter was shot dead on the spot. I have also reported this to the Secretary at War in order that the vacancy may be filled up.
          I have the honor be Sir, your humble servt.

            Thomas L. Moore
            Lt Col. commdg. 10th Reg.

          Genl. Hamilton


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Aaron Ogden, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Ogden, Aaron

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 18. 1799

          I enclose for your information a letter which I have received from Mr. John Bray of New Brunswick on the subject of winter quarters. It is my wish to have you report in the course of a week as by that time I shall it will be necessary to determine between New Jersey, and Carlisle.
          With great considern. I am, Sir &


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Aaron Ogden, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Ogden, Aaron

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 18. 1799

          Least my letter of the ninth of this month should have miscarried I send you a duplicate of it—I am very anxious to hear from you on the subject to which it relates.
          “I have considered the terms offered by the owners of the land on Green brook, and they appear to me to be extremely high. I should suppose that Sixty dollars pr. acre would be  a sufficient consideration for the fee simple. It is my wish therefore that you would look out for other situations, and endeavor to obtain more moderate terms. Unless land can be had at a cheaper rate, it will be necessary to fix upon Carlisle where there are provisions which, with the aid of three or four thousand dollars, will be sufficient for the Accommodation of three regiments.
          I send you the following extract from a letter of the Secretary of War on the subject of Carlisle. You may use it, if you think proper, for the purpose of bringing the owners of ground to reasonable terms. “Inclosed you have a copy of Col. Mentges’ report stating that the buildings contemplated can be fitted to quarter nineteen hundred men, including their officers, at the estimated expence of dollars 3.813 52/100; that oak can be procured at two dollars, hickory at two and one half dollars pr. cord, and straw at four shillings for one dozen bundles. It is left with you from a mature consideration of circumstances, and combining those which are œconomical as well as military to determine between the neighborhood of Brunswick in Jersey and Carlisle in Pennsylvania for the Winter quarters for three of the new raised regiments, and having determined, to take all necessary and proper measures to provide for the troops comfortable accommodations.” I am not inclined to adopt the proposal of a valuation, as in all cases of that kind between the govt. and individuals which have fallen under my observation, the terms fixed upon have been very high & unreasonable.”
          With great considern. I am Sir yr. obt set

            A Hamilton

          Col. Ogden—


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Augustus de Grasse, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Grasse, Alexandre François Auguste de

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 18. 1799

          I have the honor to acknowledge your the receipt of your letter of the third inst. and shall be happy to embrace any opportunity which may offer of rendering you a service consistently with the public interest.
          I know of no post at present to which I could recommend you, but should any occur you may rest assured I shall not fail to give you all the assistance in my power—
          With great consn


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Ebenezer Stevens, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Stevens, Ebenezer

            Sir,
            New York Sept. 18th. 1799

          I am informed by the Secretary of War that there are, at Albany, five eight inch Brass Howitzers; two of them are wanted for a particular purpose which you will cause to be transported to this place without Delay—
          With great consideration I am Sir yr. obedt. servant

            A Hamilton

            P.S. I request as soon as possible an estimate of the ammunition of every kind requisite for a six month seige for the following Artillery—

                2 Eight Inch Howitzers
                }
                Iron

                6 — 24 pounders

                6 — 12 pounders

                4 —  9 pounders

          Genl. Stevens


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: McHenry, James

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 18th. 1799

          From the letter which is enclosed you will perceive the measure that I have taken on the request of the Secretary of the Navy. I consider the marine corps as destined to serve on board of ships or at Marine and perhaps at Marine establishments on the Seacoast. It does not appear to me to be within their province to serve in the interior of the country.
          I enclose to you the letter which I have written to Mr. Hodgdon on the subject of Clothing for Captain Bishop—
          The observation “that when clothing or other Articles are wanted for any portion of the army there must be a regular requisition for them by the proper officer founded upon returns,” is perfectly just as it applies to corps that are organized and — in service. But it is necessary to depart from this rule in the case of parties that are engaged in recruiting, and are of course in a progressive state. A return from the commanding officer can not be with respect to them the criterion of supplies. These must be founded on an estimate of the quantity that will probably be wanted, and must be forwarded upon that principle. This is the idea upon which I have — in the recruiting service, and it appears to — to be correct—
          With great respect I am Sir & &c
          Secretary of War


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: McHenry, James

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 18. 1799

          I transmit you the enclosed letter which I doubt not you will consider as a handsome specimen of the talents of the writer—In addition to the inferences in his favor which may be drawn from it I have to — mention that he has been strongly recommended to me by very respectable characters. When If there should be a Lieutenancy which could be had with propriety be given him, I have no doubt but it would be well bestowed.
          With great respect I am—


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to James Wilkinson, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Wilkinson, James

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 18th. 1799

          I send you a letter from the Quarter Master General on the subject of the road between Le Boeuf and Presqe Isle. The measure object appears to me to be desirable; but it is — which it contains as deferred to you and your better judgment knowledge of the its expediency together with the time and mode of execution are referred to your better knowledge of the Circumstances of the case.
          With great consn


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to John A. Winans, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Winans, John A.

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 18. 1799—

          Your letter of the seventeenth inst. has been delivered to me. I not know that I can promote your appointment Situated as you are I do not think it advisable to promote your appointment  in the regiment commanded by Cos. Ogden and Moore;  unless you could can make it acceptable to those — officers.  but I have however written to the Secretary of War on the subject expressing the favorable opinion which I have been lead to entertain of you, and requesting that your application may be accepted as far as is a Lieutenancy may be bestowed on you as soon as it can be done consistently with the rules interests and principles of the service.
          With consideration I am, Sir yr obt. ser.


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to John G. Coffin, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Coffin, John G.

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 18. 1799

          I have received Your letter of Yesterday, and regret — that circumstances will not permit me to have a per you to come into the city. I wished should have been glad to have had a personal interview with you, and to — such explanations as you may have to make concerning your accounts but am intent that it be postponed for the present. These — Your Accounts I have sent to the Accountant of the War department, and have recommended that every facility be given to their adjustment. It will be proper I think advisable, for you to proceed immediately to Trenton if there be no particular obstacle in the way in order to give any explanation respecting the accounts that may be wished by the Department of War—
          With great constn I am Sir &
          Dr. Coffin—


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Samuel Hodgdon, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Hodgdon, Samuel

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 18. 1799

          Captain Bishop has been directed to march with his company of Artillerists and Engineers from Winchester in Virginia to Bristol in Pennsylvania— (He will take the route of by Martinsburg, Hagars Town in Maryland, York Town and Maryland Lancaster in Pennsylvania. At these The Contractors at these places have been directed instructed, to furnish him with the necessary assistance)—He has been instructed directed, in case clothing should be wanted necessary for the Men before their arrival at the place of destination to inform you of it and to send you an exact return of the articles wanted. Captain Bishop will indicate to you the point to which the supplies are to be sent, and you will be pleased to comply with such requests as he may make on the subject—
          with great consn.
          Mr. Hodgon


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to William C. Bentley, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Bentley, William C.

            New York Sepr. 18. 1799

          I send you an extract from  a letter of the Secretary of War. You will perceive by this the Condition on which he is willing to comply with your request. If you can not make the representation in the exact terms which are pointed out, you will approach tho it will be well to approach those terms as nearly as possible.
          With great consideration I am Sir & &—

            Extract see Letter from Secretary of War of August 30th. 1799


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to William Simmons, 18 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Simmons, William

            Sir
            New York Sepr. 18th. 1799

          I enclose to you the account of Dr. Coffin who has acted as Quarter Master to the garrison of Niagara.
          This Gentleman is at present on Governor’s Island, but I have advised him to proceed to Trenton for the purpose of — making the explanations that may be necessary with respect in order to the settlement of his affairs. I could wish that every facility might be given to the adjustment of the accounts consistently with the usages of service.
          With great consideration I am Sir &c
          Mr Hodgdon Simmons


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Thomas Parker, 18 September 1799
From: Parker, Thomas
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            Winchester 18th Septr 1799

          I have Received Your letters of the 6th & 7th Instant
          I do not Believe that any officer under my Command has ever in the Presence of the soldiery intimated their opinions of the Badness of the Quality of any thing furnished them; nor have I ever heard a murmer from the Soldiers on the Subject
          I did Conceive myself that part of the Cloathing sent to my Regiment was of a Verry Indifferent Quality & I Communicated my opinion to yourself & to the Secretary of war—
          The Musquets that have been furnishd to my Regt have Bayonets without Scabbards or Bayonet Belts & I Shall be Content with your approbation that they Remain so as by Keeping them Constantly fixed they are less subject to be lossed.
          I think the Soldiers Hats are much Improved by Bear Skins. my officers have Generally procured them at the Expence & with the approbation of the Recruits—
          Mr Edward Smith Collector of the Revinue in this district Tells me that exclusive of the money that he is ordered to advance on Public account he coud advance a Sufficiency to pay the officers of my Regt for their Retaind Rations If the Business coud be so ordered It woud be a Great accomodation to the officers & our Smith says It woud be pleasing to him, as It saves the Risk of Transporting the money to the public officer to the northward—I have said so much on the Subject of money that I will not Trouble you any more with our distresses.
          I have Inclosed Returns of the different Articles of Cloathing arms &c Received for The Use of the 8th Regt.
          with the Highest Respect I have the honor —— Sir Your Obdt Servt

            Thomas Parker


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Ebenezer Stevens, 19 September 1799
From: Stevens, Ebenezer
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            New York Sept. 19. 1799

          Agreeable to your request I have the honor of enclosing to you an estimate of Military Stores requisite for a Six months siege Calculating two hundred rounds for each howitzer & three hundred for each Cannon, Which is as Small as possible for So lengthy a time—
          I have diverted two eight In. Howitzers from Albany by this days mail—
          I am with Consideration Sir Your Mo. Ob. Servt.

            Ebenr Stevens.

          Maj. Gen. Hamilton.


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 19 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: McHenry, James

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 19th. 1799—

          Col. Read proposes Lieutenant Long as Adjutant, and Dr. Cutlar as Surgeon to his regiment. I would recommend that these nominations be Confirmed. I believe I have mentioned to you Carleton Walker as the person designated by the officers of the sixth regiment to fill the office of Paymaster. I wish your sanction to this nomination. I have written to the different commandants requesting each of them to propose two persons as Cadets; and have requested directed that the — parties be given to understand that Merit and not succession will be the rule of promotion.
          Secry of War


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to James Read, 19 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Read, James (d. 1803)

            Sir,
            New York September 19, 1799

          I have received your letter of the thirtieth of August with it’s enclosure.
          Doctor Cutlar has been mentioned to the Secretary of War as Surgeon to your regiment, and has received the usual support.
          The same has been done with respect to Lieutenant Long whom you propose as for the office of Adjutant.
          With great considn I am, Sir &c: &c:


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Samuel Hodgdon, 19 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Hodgdon, Samuel

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 19. 1799

          Col. Taylor informs mentions to me that the medical chests which have been sent for the use of his regiment are without keys, and that in consequence of this no benefit has been derived from them. I have to request that you will furnish keys and Colo for the these chests, and also a Pair of Colours for each regiment.
          With Consideration I am Sir


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Staats Morris, 19 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Morris, Staats

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 19. 1799

          I send you a letter from the Secretary of the Navy which has been transmitted to me to act upon by the Secretary of War. You will be pleased to take measures to carry the Views of the Secretary of the Navy into effect. For this purpose you will employ the detachment of infantry under the immediate command of Lieut. Newman, which it is supposed will be quite sufficiently numerous. If however a larger body of men shall be deemed necessary you will, at your discretion, employ part of the Artillerists under your command at Fort McHenry, to be replaced hereafter or part of those employed in the com Capt Bruff’s company which is at Baltimore in a state of recruiting. This letter will be a au an authority to the officer commanding the party at Baltimore. It is not intended that any of the Artillerists should remain at Fredericktown. With These They will return immediately—You will immediately report the measures that you shall take under this order.
          With Great consideration I am, Sir & &c:
          Capt. Morris


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Timothy Taylor, 19 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Taylor, Timothy

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 19. 1799

          Your letter of the sixth instant has been delivered to me.
          The circumstance which you mention respecting the nonage the deficiency of age of certain soldiers in your regiment is an embarrassing one. Those whom you are certified as know to be under eighteen years of age I think it will be proper immediately to discharge. It is very certain pos most probable that their friends and relations will reclaim them. The longer they continue therefore with the regiment the greater will be the expence to the public By detaining them therefore you will only expose the public U States to an useless expence. It is my wish that you would repeat to the officers the cautions respecting the enlistment of persons who are under age, or disable whom the recruiting regulations exclude on account of age or disability—Where it is apparent that the officers, at the time of recruiting engaging particular recruits, that knew them to be unfit subjects of enlistment I shall expect that you will take measures to render as them responsible to the public for every for any the expence which may be —— have occurre result, ( It is besides a fit subject of reprehension and expence.) and even beyond this when ——— instances of neglect may if any glaring cases shall have occurred.
          The Contractors are charged with furnishing Stationary, and with providing for the transportation of Clothing and other articles of supply. If, in any case, the officers have defrayed the these expences resulting from these themselves it will be proper to apply to the Contractors for reimbursement. The officers are to make out their accounts for music and the postage of letters and deliver them with the vouchers to their Regimental Paymasters. The Regimental Paymasters will draw a general abstract which together with the vouchers they will send to me. Where vouchers can not be produced a declaration of honor must be the substitute. I have written to the Superintendant of the military Stores on the subject of Colours, and of  also concerning keys for the medical chests. You must will however continue, if the case is urgent, to open them military medicinal chests either with the keys or without them the chests in some way or other. Your order to the Paymaster on the subject of bounty meets my approbation.
          With great consn. I am Sir


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Aaron Ogden, 19 September 1799
From: Ogden, Aaron
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Elizabeth Town Sepr. 19th. 1799

          The owners of two lotts on Green-brook, have, at length, been induced to make another Offer of their property, which is, to convey the fee-simple for fifty dollars per acre, upon condition, that they may have the right of pre-emption, at the rate of twenty five dollars per acre, for the soil without the wood, whenever the public may elect to sell; which price may, without any doubt, be readily had from others, should these, at that time, thro’ inability or otherwise, decline becoming purchasers.
          These lotts, as is said, contain about ninety acres, of which sixty are covered with wood at an average of forty cords per acre—The residue of the ninety acres, lying between the wood and the public road, are clear level grounds very suitable and perhaps necessary, for the convenient instruction of the troops, in their marchings manœuvres and evolutions.
          The front of the wood in these two lotts, extends about 560 yards, which if insufficient, may be still extended as far as may be necessary, into the next field, which lies equally convenient, and where the lands may be had upon the same conditions
          I believe, from the information, which I have received, that the sum, for which these lands are now offered, is what, an individual dealing in wood, without any view to the public, might well afford to give.
          I have the honor to be with every respectful sentiment Sir, your mo. Obt. servt.

            Aaron Ogden

          Major General Alexander Hamilton.


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Thomas Parker, 19 September 1799
From: Parker, Thomas
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            — September the 19th. 1799

          when I Inclosed you Returns of the Cloathing Arms &c. that had been Received for my Regiment I omited to mention to you that the Knapsacks had no division in them
          whether It woud be adveisable  to have the Soldiers Cloathing so nearly Connected With their Provisions I will leave you to determine
          If you Shoud think proper to order Divisions to be made Be pleased to empower me to have it done
          with the highest Respect I have the honor to be Sir Your Obdt Servant

            Thomas Parker


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Andrew McClary, 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: McClary, Andrew

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 20. 1799

          I have to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the fourteenth instant—
          With consideration I am, Sir &c &c


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Campbell Smith, 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Smith, Campbell

            Sir,
            New York  Sepr. 20th. 1799

          I have to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the seventeenth of this month—
          With consideration I am Sir


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Ebenezer Stevens, 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Stevens, Ebenezer

            Sir,
            New-York Sept. 20th. 1799

          A letter from the Secy. of War of the 6th. Instant has this paragraph “I have directed Col: Stevens to have made immediately Coats and vests for two Companies of the second Regiment, and to forward them to such persons and places as you should designate, and have informed him that the Articles to complete the suits should be sent to him immediately.”
          You will please as soon as possible to forward to Bennington in Vermont the abovementioned Cloathing together with tents and Camp Utensils for two Companies, and ten Muskets with their Accoutrements to serve for the guards. As I presume you will send them to the care of Elijah Paine Esquire Agent for the War Department, I have Directed Lieut. Richmond, who is to act as Pay and Quarter Master to the Party, to apply to him for them.
          I have received your Estimate of Ammunition, and thank you for your prompt attention.
          With great consideration I am Sir yr. obedt. Servt.

            A Hamilton

          Col: E. Stevens


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Eli B. Clemson, 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Clemson, Eli B.

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 20th. 1799

          I have to acknowledge the receipt of your letters of the seventh and tenth of September—
          With consideration I am, Sir Yr. obt. ser.


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Elijah Paine, 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Paine, Elijah

            Sir,
            N. York Sept. 20th. 1799

          You are directed to furnish to such Officers of the second Regt. as shall apply for them, Quarters and rations, untill the arrival of Major Bewel at your City, whom you will consider as their Commander and with whose requisitions you will accordingly comply
          With consideration &c

          Mr ——— Contractor Bennington Vermont


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to John Elliott, 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Elliott, John

            Sir,
            New-York Sept.  20th. 1799

          You are directed to furnish, to such Officers of the 1st. Regt. as may shall apply for them, Quarters and Rations, until the arrival of Major Cass at your City, whom you will consider as their Commander & with whose Requisitions you will accordingly Comply with
          With consideration &

            Mr. John Elliot Contractor Wilmington Delaware


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to John H. Buell, 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Buell, John H.

            Sir,
            New York Sept.  20th. 1799

          You are directed on the receipt of the this to repair without delay to Bennington in the State of Vermont to be employed in the recruiting Service. When there you will immediately please to report yourself immediately to me for further Orders
          With great consideration &
           Major John H. Bewell


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Jonathan Cass, 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Cass, Jonathan

            Sir,
            N. York Sept. 20th. 1799

          It has been You are directed to repair on the receipt without
          You are directed on the receipt of this to repair without delay to Wilmington in the State of Delaware, to be employed in the recruiting Service. On your way thither you will please to report yourself to me either at this City or at Newark in N. Jersey (at your option) for further Orders.
          With great consideration &
          Major Cass


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Philemon Blake, 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Blake, Philemon

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 20th. 1799

          I have to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the tenth of this Month—
          With consideration I am, Sir & &—


Title: "Circular to the Officers of the First Regiment of Infantry," 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Officers of the First Regiment of Infantry

            Circular
            Sir,
            New-York Sept. 20th. 1799.

          When you shall have received Forthwith after the receipt of this letter you will repair to Wilmington in the State of Delaware, in order to be there employed in the recruiting Service. When Arrived there, you will immediately report yourself to me, and to Major Cass as soon as he shall arrive there, and put putting yourself under his Command. You will there find Mr. John Elliot Contractor who will is instructed to supply furnish you with Quarters and Rations.
          With consideration &c

            The Officers of the 1st. Regt.
            Peter Robinson—2d. Lt.
            Charles Blake—Do
            Charles Smith—Do.
            Eli B. Climson—Do.
            Thomas J. Laurance—Do.
            Lt. Peyton
            Lt Merriweather Lewis 1st. Do.
            Moses Hook—2d. Do.


Title: "Circular to the Officers of the Second Regiment of Infantry," 20 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Officers of the Second Regiment of Infantry

            Sir,
            N. York Sept. 20th 1799

          Forthwith after the receipt of this letter you will repair to Bennington in the State of Vermont to be employed in the recruiting Service—When there, you will immediately report yourself to me, and to Major Bewell as soon as he shall arrive, putting yourself under his Command. You will there find Mr. ——— Contractor, who is instructed to furnish you with Quarters and Rations.
          With consideration &c.

            Officers of the 2d. Regt.
            Andrew McClary Capt.
            Wm. Laidlie—2d Lt.
            John Wilson—2d. Lt.
            Thomas Porter—2 Lt.
            James Dill—2d. Lt.
            Benjamin Bullet—2 Lt.
            Seymour Rannix—Do.


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from James McHenry, 20 September 1799
From: McHenry, James
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            War department September 20th. 1799

          Having received information that a number of Cockades and Eagles have been received into the public store I this morning gave orders for a full supply to be forwarded for the Ninth Tenth Eleventh Twelfth and Sixteenth regiments, and shall immediately direct those for the other Regiments to be sent to them respectively—
          I am Sir with great respect Your obed. Servant

            James McHenry

          Major Genl. Alexr Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from James McHenry, 20 September 1799
From: McHenry, James
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            War department 20. September 1799.

          I have received your letter of the 14 instant and have directed Clothing for a full company to be forwarded for Captain Jonathan Taylor by the route you mentioned—and Mr. Hodgdon has informed me that he will have it sent off without delay
          I am Sir with great respect Your obed humble servant

            James McHenry

          Major General Hamilton New York


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Mahlon Ford, 20 September 1799
From: Ford, Mahlon
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            Elizabeth Town Sept 20th. 1799—

          I see in the Tren Town Newspaper, that the Secretary of War orders the Officers of the first Regt. of Artillrs & Engrs. to make Report to you, of the reason of their absence from their Commands. I should have ere this have been with mine but since I have received Genl. Pinckney’s Letter informing me where I should be stationed, I have been very unwell with the Disentary, but am so well that in a few day I expect to take up my March for Norfolk.
          I am Sir Your Obedt Sevt

            Mahlon Ford Major
            Artillrs & Engrs.

          Major Gen. A Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Aaron Ogden, 20 September 1799
From: Ogden, Aaron
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir.
            Elizabeth Town Sepr. 20th. 1799

          Since my report of yesterday, yours of the 18th. has come to hand containing a duplicate of a former letter of the 9th. instant, which had been duly received.
          It now occurs to me, that perhaps, it may be proper to add, that I had publickly, been at pains to gain information of all the probable situations in the neighbourhood of New-Brunswick and on the Rariton, with a view to prepare the owners of the site at Green-Brook, to make more reasonable Offers, and in case of failure, to visit those situations personally—My attempt on the owners was not carried into execution, as early as I had projected, by reason of the unexpected absence from home, of a confidential person in the neighbourhood, on whom I had relied, and who was well able to forward my views—I waited for his return some days, and at length thro’  him effected a proposition on the part of the owners for me to meet, and hold a conference, with them, on the ground, on the 17th. instant. I attended and met them accordingly, when the offers were made which I had the honor to  send you by the last mail—I do not see any other mode of contracting, as they would estimate, (however strange it may appear) the wood alone, nearly as high as the wood and soil together.
          The more, I see and learn of this situation, the more I am convinced, that its equal is not to be found, so far as respects the particulars, which I detailed to you when I described  it in a former letter.
           I may now add, from the best authority, that in any succeeding winters, should any cantonment, here, be then occupied, wood may readily be procured to be delivered  at, less considerably than 2 dollars per cord,  and that straw may be had at less than thirty Cents—per the  dozen bundles.
          Should you wish me to look out farther, I am ready at a moments notice, to view the other situations of which I have gained information by my enquiries, but I hope that this on Green-Brook will prove satisfactory, as I am satisfied, that the result of comparisons must be in its favor.
          I have the honor to be with infinite respect your mo: ob: servt

            Aaron Ogden

          Major General Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Samuel Eddins, 20 September 1799
From: Eddins, Samuel
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Richmond Rendezvous, Camp Federal Spring 20th. Septr. 1799

          William Clark a Recruit under my command, whose multiplied atrocities, have subjected repeatedly to  the punishments annexed to Felony & Larceny, Was  on Saturday the 14th. this month reprieved by Genl. Wood  the Governor of this State tho’ under the condemnation of capital conviction; on the evening of his release,  he committed a Burglarious deed, which absolutely would inspight of all interposition condemn him to execution, but that the extreme lenity of the gentleman on whose property he committed this depredation, will not permit him  to appear against Clark;  the Recruits in one general petition  have addressed me not to dishonour the company, by a  future admission of this heinous offender into their society as a soldier,  I have to solicit you for information whether I may not be permitted to discharge him with every mark of military ignominy merited by his multifarious crimes, & by advertisement announcing a warning to every Recruiting to be guarded against the enlistment,  of so infamous a Character. William Tinsley an able bodied Soldier who deserted from the Western army, & whom the Vigilence of one of my sergeants detected,   having a Wife in this Town with a family of children wishes to be annexed to my command in the artillerists & Engineers; no probability existing of his being sent to join his original command, request the favour of you to inform me under these circumstances whether the good of the service would not be pursued in fixing him with me; his near relation Peter Tinsley Esqr. Clerk of the high Court of chancery of this State has become answerable for his appearance at call; therefore have given him leave to pursue his mechanical avocation untill called for; repeated  Letters on this subject  I have addressed to the Secretary, war department,   without receiving an answer
          I am Sir with respect Yr. Obt. Servt

            Saml. Eddins Captain
            2nd Regimt. Arts. & Engineers


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Samuel Hodgdon, 20 September 1799
From: Hodgdon, Samuel
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir—
            Philadelphia  20th September 1799

          Your letter of the 18th instant came to hand this morning—I shall pay every attention to such requisitions as I may  receive from Captain Bishop in consequence of your instructions to him and information to me—The whole of the Clothing for the Troops at Fort  Wayne leaves this City to day for its destination via  — as will that also under order for Captain Irvins Company at Reading—I hope we shall be able to get all under way for the  most distant Posts very shortly—I am dayly pressing the Contractor for supplies to enable me to do it.
          With respectful consideration I am sir, your Most Obedient servant

            Samuel Hodgdon

          Major Genl Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Thomas Lloyd Moore, 20 September 1799
From: Moore, Thomas Lloyd
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Camp Bristol Septr. 20th. 1799

          I have just received yours of the 18th. Instant. With respect to the Duel between Cap. Johnston & Lt. Sharp, it arose as I am informed, from a dispute which took place between those Gentlemen on the night of the 11th. Instant in Lt. Sharps tent, some high words passed, and at length a challenge ensued, and altho’ great efforts were made to effect a reconciliation it proved to no purpose; and the affair  was decided about Noon on the following day, upon the second  exchange of Shots, the first being without effect. I have enquired of the Gentlemen Who acted as Seconds, they took great pains to compromise the Matter after the first Shot but in vain, they also inform me that the Duel was conducted fairly, and according to the  rules of honor.
          I am Sir with the greatest respect yours &

            Thomas. L. Moore Lt. Col.
             commdg. 10th. Regt.

          Genl Hamilton


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Abraham Ellery, 21 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Ellery, Abraham

            Sir
            New York Sepr. 21st. 1799

          Measures are taking for the establishment of a recruiting party at Wilmington in Delaware under the direction of Major Cass for the first regiment; and at Bennington in Vermont under the direction of Major Beall for the second regiment. I have to request that you will forward to those officers at the above places the monthly and other recruiting returns, and likewise such general Orders as are applicable to officers in their situation.
          With Great considn I am, Sir &


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Caleb Swan, 21 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Swan, Caleb

            Sir,
            New York Sep. 21st 1799

          Agree I request that you will furnish Lieutenant Philemon Charles Blake of the first Regiment and Lieutenant James Richardson Richmond of the second Regiment each with the bounty money for two full companies to be applied to recruiting for those Regiments respectively.
          Lt. Blake is ordered to Wilmington in Delaware where upon his arrival he is to give you notice. You will either require him to come to you to receive the money in person or you will remit it to him at Wilmington as you judge best.
          Lt. Richardson Richmond being at New Brunswick is directed to apply to you in person.
          With great consideration I am Sir Yr. Obed Ser—
          Caleb Swan Esqr Pay Master G


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 21 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: McHenry, James

            Sir
            New York Sep. 21. 1799

          I have taken all preliminary measures towards the execution of the object of your letter of the 6 instant; except as to the nominat appointment of Lt. Laidlie to act as Pay and Quarter Master for to the recruiting party of the second Regiment. That officer has lately brought upon himself exposed himself to a suspicion which must bring him before a General Court Martial. I propose to you in his plan Lt. Richmond, now at New Brunswick, who is understood to be qualified, if there be nothing in his character to forbid. I wish I had better information of characters than I possess or can now obtain.
          I prefer have concluded on employing the agency of such to employ Agents of this description  though attended with a small extra expence. Because seniority may will necessarily designate the Commander of the party; and it is conceivable he may not possess the peculiar qualities qualifications of accountantship &c. Besides that the cooperation of two persons forms a useful check.
          Major Bewel of the 2 Regiment will direct the service in Vermont. Major Cass of the third for the present in Delaware. He mentions intimates that he is not now in a condition for any active service on the field. But he may be a useful stationary superintendant of a Recruiting party.
          I am just told that General Pinckney with his lady sick are arrived at New Port
          With great considern I am Sir Yr Obe sr

            A H

          The Secy of War


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to James Miller, 21 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Miller, James

            Sir,
            New York Sep. 21st 1799.

          A letter from the Secy of War of the 6th instant has this paragraph. “I shall give directions to have delivered to the Quarter Master General to be forwarded to such persons and places as you may point out the Cloathing &c. for the two companies of the first Regiment which you propose raising in the states of Pensylvania and Delaware”
          I request that you will forward these articles to Wilmington in the State of Delaware there to be delivered, there to Lt. Philemon Charles Blake of the first Regiment who has been ordered to that place & who it is hoped will be there in about a week for this time. You will judge to whom to send the articles in the first instance—It will I presume be Lt. Blake will on his arrival apply to John Elliot Contractor for that state.
          With great consideration I am Sir Yr. Obe Ser—
          James Miller Esqr Ass to the Qr. MG


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to John Adlum, 21 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Adlum, John

            Sir,
            New york Sepr. 21st. 1799

          I do not think it advisable to grant your request for a furlough without previously consulting Col. Ogden on the subject. I have accordingly communicated the request to that officer  with the proper directions.
          With consideration I am, Sir yr. ob. sert.

            A Hamilton

          Major Adlum—


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Jonathan Cass and John H. Buell, 21 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Cass, Jonathan,Buell, John H.

            Sir
            New York Sepr 21st. 1799

          You are appointed to Superintend a recruiting party which is to carry on its operations in the first instance in the State of Delaware/Vermont in the f and ultimately in the adjoining counties of Maryland and Pensylvania, but not in the latter till further order. The Officers at foot have been directed to repair to Bennington/Wilmington to take your orders. The State of Vermont is now divided into three Subdistricts one comprising the counties of Windham & Windsor of which Westminster in the County of Windham is the rendezvous another comprising the counties of Bennington Rutland and Addison, of which Rutland in the County of Rutland is the rendezvous, the third comprising the residue of the State of which Newbury is the rendezvous. Three companies are at present recruiting in this State for the Sixteenth Regiment. You are in the first instance to recruit for two companies in for the Second Regiment and for this purpose you will prefer those two of the subdistricts which can best supply men. The state of Delaware is to be divided into two subdistricts of which ——— will form one and ——— the other the principal rendezvous of the first at ——— of the second at ——— It is contemplated intended in the first instance to raise two companies one within each of the subdistricts.
          You will be carefull that the operations of your officers are directed towards parts of the county which will least interfere with the recruiting for the sixteenth Regiment & you will with this view maintain a harmonious communication with the Officer who Superintends the Recruiting Service for the Regiment.
          Lt. Richmond(v)/Lt. Blake is to act as Pay Master and Quarter Master to the party, and accordingly will receive and will distribute according agreeably to your orders in writing money and all other supplies to those of the officers, who shall be employed in recruiting.
          You will of course understand that the operations of the recruiting officers are not to be confined to the rendezvouses which have been named but are to extend throughout the subdistricts—The men however as fast as they shall be raised are to be brought to the rendezvous of each subdistrict there to be supplied with Cloathing &c. and to be taught their exercise.
          A part of the officers may remain at each rendezvous to receive and to train the recruits—In each subdistrict one should be appointed according to seniority to take the command.
          As several of these officers have been newly appointed perhaps some of them on the same day—you may have it may happen that their relative rank is in some instances unsettled. In such cases you will fix it temporarily and provisionally, & report for my sanction; letting the Officers understand, that the arrangement is limited to the particular service, & will have no influence in the final settlement of their relative rank.
          Recruiting Region Articles of War Drums & fifes
          John Elliot Esquire at Wilmington is contractor for the supply of rations and of — objects in the Quarter Masters Stores Department, in the state of vermont Delaware. The articles objects of Quarter Masters stores supply, which he is to furnish, are Quarters transportation forage  and   fewel straw and stationary; and until a surgeon shall be annexed to the party, he will procure medical assistance. You will make arrangements with him (shewing him this part for the supply of the party under your direction—You are at liberty to engage hire temporary drummers & fifers two for each Company if they can be — had at the rate, of Eight Dollars per Month & rations, without cloathing.
          Other articles, than those above enumerated will be furnished, by Samuel Hodgsdon Esquire Superintendent of Military stores by the proper officers at Philadelphia—
          You will find herewith three four setts of “Rules and Regulations respecting the Recruiting Service” The blanks in No. 1 are filled as a model. There are also two setts of the Articles of War & the principal laws respecting our Military establishment You have also You will receive from the Adjutant Generals Office forms of returns and which are to be punctually executed attended to—You will constantly advise me of every occurrence worth attention.
          With great considera I am Sir Yr Obed Ser
           Major Cass of the 3 Regt.

                Officers ordered to Wilmington
                Ordered to Bennington

                Peter Robinson 2d Lt.
                Andw. McClary Capt.

                Chs. Smith—Ditto
                Wm. Laidlie 2d. Lt.

                Eli B. Climson—Do.
                John Wilson—Do.

                Thos. J. Laurance—Do.
                Thos. Porter Do

                Lt. Peyton
                Jas. Dill—Do.

                Meriwether Lewis 1st. Lt.
                Benjn. Bullet—Do.

                Moses Hook—2d. Lt.
                Seymour Rannix Do.

            Vermont
            Elijah Paine Esquire (of Bennington I believe) is Agent for the War Department and has had the charge of making contracts for the supply of Rations and Objects in the Quarter Masters Department within the State of Vermont. He will inform you who is the Contractor.
            To be sent to each Major
            2 Setts of Rules & Articles of W
            4 Setts of Rules & Reg. respecting recruiting with as many of the additional General orders
            Send to Adju


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from James McHenry, 21 September 1799
From: McHenry, James
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            War Department Trenton 21 Septr. 1799

          I have received your letters—vz 1 of the 13, 1 of the 17, 2 of the 18, and 3 of the 19 of September instant.
          I have no objection to Lieutt. Long as Adjutant, and Carleton Walker as Paymaster, to the 6 Regiment of Infantry. Your letter of the 19 received this morning contains the first intimation I recollect, relative to these selections.
          You mention a Doctor Cutlar as Surgeon for the same regiment. I shall forward his name to the President with your recommendation. What is the Doctors Christian Name?
          On General Wilkinsons return it will be proper he should enable you to inform me, the kind of cannon carriages which he will require for Fort Adams. I can take no order respecting them, without this information.
          I have the honor to be, with great respect, Sir, Your most Obedient Huml. Servant

            James McHenry

          Major General Alexander Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from John Adlum, 21 September 1799
From: Adlum, John
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Reading Septr. 21st. 1799

          Yours of the 10th. inst. came to hand by this days post.
          I have given orders for Capt. Irwins company to hold themselves in readiness to march on next Wednesday morning—
          I would have ordered them to march on monday morning, but we have had heavy rains this three days, and have not yet subsided, so that the roads are very bad and the waters high, but I expect will be passable by wednesday.
          I answered your letters on the 3rd. & 7th. instant
          With great respect I am Sir Your most Obedt. Servt.

            John Adlum

          General Alexander Hamilton

            P.S. Lieut. Wolestonecraft is under the necessity of attending a trial in the begining of the week at the Supreme Court, for not permitting a Constable to go into the Camp, when he was Officer of the guard, and Lieut. Meminger is an evidence in this case, which is another reason for delaying them untill Wednesday

            John Adlum


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Rufus Graves, 21 September 1799
From: Graves, Rufus
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Hanover 21st Septr 1799

          I received via Portsmouth Your letters of the seventh Inst as  also the one of the tenth enclosing a list of clothing forward on for the use of the sixteenth Regt.
          The recruiting business is very successful and the clothing has arrived very timely
          I have the honor to be with very great respect sir your obedient sert

            R Graves Lt Col. 16 Regt

          Major General Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from William S. Smith, 21 September 1799
From: Smith, William Stephens
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Major General Hamilton
            Sir.
            Camp 12th. Regt Septr. 21st. 1799

          I had the honor of receiving your letter of yesterday’s date by Lt. Ludlow, and at 3 oClock this morning, and immediately dispatchd the Qr. Mr. Sergeant to West Chester, provissions were regularly issued at six, without any thing unpleasant taking place, except the desertion of three men between one and two oClock this morning, as soon as the provission was issued I detached Lt. Wands in pursuit of them, he being the officer of the Camp Guard the last night there rout is towards Poughkeepsie, and there is a great probability of their being overtaken.
          The troops have behaived on the past question remarkably well, we have had no disturbance nor the appearance of it, you must not be apprehensive of mutiny here, we are so tollerably advanced in discipline, & make such progress that for myself I have not the least Idea of it, in any possible case, provided the officers pointedly attend to their duty and make it a point, to reside with their men, there are very few instances of disorderly conduct pervading a Corps, they shall not want for an example in me, tho’ my home is but four miles distant—It would be of service if you would please to observe to the War-minister, that the 12th. Regt. have not yet received any pay tho’ to the Rank & file there is 4. or 5 months due If the pay office is not yet prepared, with respect to the regularity of abstracts, a sum advanced on account would do a great deal of good, for really they have not a Cent to buy a potatoe, or a chew of Tobacco & I will not let them out of camp to Steal the one, or by the other, of course, a little money will accommodate them much—
          I have written to the several second Lieutenants mentioned in your Letter of the 16th. assigned them their duties and station, and ordered the surgeon’s mates to join the Regt with all possible dispatch. I have also ordered Capt. Landon to this post, & shall report immediately his arrival, I have examined Peter Vonck, I find him a hardy Healthy soldier of the last war; in Colo. H. B. Livingston’s Regt. he possitvely asserts he is not 47 years old tho’ he may have seemed older to his wife. If you should think it necessary, I will order him to wait on you—I have been so pressed this day or two passed, that I have not had it in my power to make out a regular list of the officers, with their relative regimental rank as soon as I get thro’ with the monthly return which unavoidably I have not yet been able to compleat, having within a few day’s only, received the returns of the second divission, I shall loose no time in forwarding it,
          Inclosed is a Copy of a Letter from Capt. Kissam who declines further service, with a Copy of my answer, he appears at times extreamly miserable and has no command of himself, and in his present state of mind by no means calculated for the scenes of war—or even of a tranquil Camp—I am entirely at a loss to know where to address orders, to 2d. Lieutenant Nathaniel Smith, he is unknown to me, or the friends who advocated his appointment, I shall therefore be under the necessity of retaining his instructions untill I am informed in which line of post to put them—I must submit to your consideration the propriety of removing the Barriers of the recruiting Districts, by so doing, an emulation will be excited amongst the recruiting officers and I think the service promoted, & with your permission I will turn them loose with their drums.
          I have the Honor to be with great respect Your most obedt. & very Humble Servt.

            W. S. Smith 12th. Regt


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from William Simmons, 21 September 1799
From: Simmons, William
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Department of War Accountants office September 21st. 1799.

          I have received your letter dated the 18th. Inst. inclosing the Accounts of Doctor Coffin—As soon as that officer arrives every facility will be given to the adjustment of them, as you have requested.
          I am with great respect Sir Your Mo Obd Servt.

            Wm. Simmons

          Major General Alexander Hamilton New York.


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Timothy Taylor, 22 September 1799
From: Taylor, Timothy
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            Danbury Sept. 22nd 1799—

          I have the Honor (herewith) to transmit the Monthly Recruiting Return of the 13th Regiment from the 1st day of August to the first Monday of September, with the attestations, also the description of three deserters since my last communication upon that subject; as thier is considerable navigation at present going forward at New haven, I am led to believe that a number of the soldiers have been enticed to desert for the purpose of going to sea—after Capt Chew declined his appointment in the Regiment, a Mr John Brown of Preston was recommended to fill that Vacancy, but I have lately ben informed that no appointment has taken place and that thier is but one Officer to that Company, (viz Lt. Gallup) if thier should be no objections to Mr Brown, I wish he may obtain the appointment—
          The General Orders of the 9th and — the communications you was pleased to make me of 17 & 18th Instant, have been duly recived, and to which I will pay immediate attention; I have directed the Pay & Quarter Masters to make a return of all supplies that have been recived for the Regiment—at present I know of no articles that are materially objectionable except the shoes, socks, & Muskets; many thier is a Number of the shoes that I presume would not last a prudent soldier more than one Month—the Muskets are constantly failing & getting out of order in the locks; bayonets, & ramrods—
          I have the Honor to be with the Greatest Respect your Obedient Humble Servant

            Timo. Taylor

          Honble. A Hamilton Esquire


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Alexander Thompson, 23 September 1799
From: Thompson, Alexander
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Albany Sepr. 23d. 1799—

          I had the honor to write to you the 15th. Instant. As your Arrival may not be expected in this City as soon as was then Said to be, I take the liberty to enclose to you, a Copy of the Memorandums delivered to me by Major Rivardi, Touching the garrison of Fort Niagara. As they are many and various, I must beg to leave them to Operate with the pleasure of the Major General.
          My family, Arrived here on Thursday last from New York, and tomorrow Morning, I shall proceed to Schennectady, on my return to Fort Niagara. could a boat be furnished from Mr. H. Glen for the Use of the Garrison, my return would be favored. As I was led by Major Rivardi to believe that this Should be done, having a Corporal and three Men of my Company with me, the General will be pleased to Observe the Situation in Which I am placed.
          With Sentiments of great respect and esteem I have the honor to be Sir, Your Most Obedient Humble Servant

            Alexr. Thompson Captain
            1st. Regt Artillerists & Engineers

          Major General Alexr. Hamilton New York


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Aaron Ogden, 23 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Ogden, Aaron

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 23rd. 1799

          Your letters of the nineteenth And twentieth of this month have been delivered to me.
          I would thank you to ascertain immediately whether the owners of the land on Greenbrook will convey the fee simple to the United States at the rate Mentioned in your letter without reserving to themselves the right of preemption. I wish to have the land unshackled by any terms of the kind—On this circumstance will depend, in all probability, the choice of that spot for the winter Quarters of the troops—
          With great considn I am, Sir &
          Col. Ogden


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Ebenezer Stevens, 23 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Stevens, Ebenezer

            Sir,
            New York Sep 23 1799

          I request from you in the course of the day an estimate of the number of boards requisite for covering the Roofs of hutts sufficient for a Regiment of Infantry & for making bunks and benches and of their cost. likewise the quantity & price of Nails for the same purpose.
          With considratn I am Sir Yr Obed Ser

            A Hamilton

            Ebenezer Stevens Eq


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 23 [September] 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: McHenry, James

            Sir,
            N. York Apl. September 23d. ’99

          I send you a Statement of Ammunition which I think it will be expedient to furnish for the use of the Artillery intended to be forwarded to Fort Adams. It is far short, of the quantity requisite for a six months siege; but considering, that there must be more or less of danger in the mode of Conveyance, and the general State of our supply, it is supposed best not to exceed for the quantity contained in the estimate.
          With great respect &c—
          The Secy of War


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Walter L. Cochran, 23 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Cochran, Walter L.

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 23rd. 99

          I had taken it for granted that a General Order of the 29th of May directing returns of Clothing &c to be Addressed to Col. Stevens had been transmitted to the Commandant of Fort Mifflin. You will please to inform Me whether such a General Order  has not been received at the fort—
          I have however sent the return to Col. Stevens and requested him to take the necessary measures for furnishing the supply—
          With Consn I am S
          Capn. Cochran—


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from James McHenry, 23 September 1799
From: McHenry, James
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            War department 23d. September 1799.

          In your letter of the 28. Ultimo you say “Colonel Bentley likewise informs me that Lt. Crump of his regiment has resigned and proposes McCall as a proper person to fill the Vacancy”—Mr. McCalls recommendation is already before you—
          In your letter of the 13. September is enclosed an extract of a letter from Colonel Bentley of the 26. August of which the following is part. “Permit me to announce to you the resignation of first Lieutenant Brewer Godwin a circumstance not much to be regretted. there are several applicants at this time for commissions whose pretensions are much fairer—This resignation with that of First Lieutenant Crump which I announced to you in my last makes now the only two vacancies in the regiment. A Mr Powell has been with me lately on the business of an appointment in my regiment. He informs me that his name is at the War Office strongly supported for an appointment in the Army and has some assurances of succeeding. From the character I have had of Mr. Powell and the acquaintance I have made with him I should think the appointment well bestowed. He appears deserving and a proper character to fill a vacancy—You were reminded in my last of Mr. Jonas C Hall who has been recommended in a former letter. It would be a pleasing circumstance to know that these two Gentlemen were to fill the two vacancies”—
          Mr. Powells recommendations are such as I shall not hesitate to transmit his name to the President for an appointment to fill one of the vacancies—But I am not able to determine whether an error has been committed in the name of the other Gentleman, who has been recommended by Colonel Bentley; and if so whether Call or Hall is the right one, or whether Colonel Bentley has recommended two Gentlemen for the same vacancy. I will thank you to give me such further information as you may possess on this subject—
          I am Sir with great respect Your obed Servant

            James McHenry

          Major Genl. Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Nehemiah Freeman, 23 September 1799
From: Freeman, Nehemiah
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            Fort Jay, September 23, 1799

          I have the honour to acknowledge the receit of orders, received this day from you, on the subject of two men, who have been sick of the yellow fever at  the powder magazine. I deem it very unfortunate that at the moment, in which I have been anxious to  show my attention to duty and respect to humanity, any circumstance could have taken place, that would tend to an impediment in either.  I have requested Doctor Jones, the attending surgeon at this garrison,  to render immediately any aid that necessity may require,  to explain to you the steps which have been taken in the business, and to receive from you those orders, to which in my agency he may have objected.
          Its my wish to be unequivocally attentive  to my duty; and, especially, to render prompt obedience to the orders of General Hamilton.
          With perfect respect, I am Sir, Your most obedient  humble servant

            Nehemiah Freeman
            Captain Commanding

            Fort Jay, September, 23d. 1799

          General Alexander Hamilton.


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Richard Harison, 23 September 1799
From: Harrison, Richard (1750-1841)
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Dr Sir,
            New York 23d. Septr. 1799

          Mr. John R. Harrington, who has been some Time a Captain in the State Militia, is desirous of serving in the Army of the United States. I believe him to be a well disposed young Man, of good Character & Capacity, and likely in Time to make a very good Officer—
          I am with the highest Respect &c. Dr Sir Your obedt Servt.

            Rich: Harison

          Major Genl. Hamilton


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Samuel Hodgdon, 23 September 1799
From: Hodgdon, Samuel
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir—
            Philadelphia 23d September 99

          I have received your letter of the 19th instant—Upon enquiry I find the Keys were always delivered the Quarter Master  General with the Medicine Chests, and that he has  usually enclosed them by Post in a letter—I will make more particular enquiry respecting those sent for the use of Colonel Taylor’s Regiment—With respect to     Regimental Colours as far as I know  none have yet been provided—so much depends on fancy in this business, that I expected a     device would have been submitted by you to the secretary of  War, their to have been approved and from thence the necessary order given for the execution—I   have heard nothing of the business, but I will call his attention to it, by Post to day—
          I am sir respectfully Yours

            Samuel Hodgdon

          Major General A Hamilton—


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Caleb Swan, 24 September 1799
From: Swan, Caleb
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir.
            Trenton Sept 24 1799.

          I have the honor to acknowledge the Receipt of your letter of the 21. instant.
          The recruiting money for Lieutenants Richmond and Blake shall be delivered to them on application.
          I am Respectfully Sir your most obt Sert

            C: Swan
            PM Genl

          Honble. Major General Alexander Hamilton.


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 24 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: McHenry, James

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 24th. 1799

          Upon the first perusal of your letter respecting Winter Quarters at Harper’s ferry I supposed it to be your intention that I should take definitive measures on the subject. Under that idea I wrote to Col. Parker the and Genl. Washington the letters which you will find enclosed.
          But I see observe, upon reading your letter a second time, that you have instructed me to take only preliminary measures. I trust however you will be of opinion, from the lateness of the season, and from the loss of time which that must result should there be a —       the steps  be retraced that which have already been taken it be necessary to recure here for further instruction, that the course which has been adopted taken in the business is the most eligible best that can be pursued.
          With great respect I am, Sir

            But should you think differently I am ready to counteract what has been done, and to take adopt such measures as you shall deem the most eligible.

          Secretary of War


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from James McHenry, 24 September 1799
From: McHenry, James
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            War Department Trenton 24th September 1799

          I received this morning a letter from the President, dated the 18th. instant, with the inclosed pardon of Andrew Anderson, a Soldier of the Garrison at Fort Sargent on the Mississippi, who was sentenced, at a General Court Martial, held at that Post, on the 22d. day of November 1798, to be hanged by the neck to death for a breach of the first article of the sixth section of the Rules and Articles of War.
          The crime for which this Soldier was tried and sentenced, was desertion, aggravated by aiding and assisting two Prisoners, to make their escape, from confinement at Fort Sargent, when he was centinel, and had charge of them, and losing his arms, and accoutrements. The Prisoners assisted to escape, were Zachariah Coxe, and one of his influential associates.
          The President appears to have been induced, to grant the Pardon, by a consideration, that Coxe and his associate were very artful men, and being probably esteemed men of great consequence in that country, had influence to seduce, a poor soldier to a crime, for which they themselves, are most deserving of punishment.
          The Presidents commands are “In announcing the pardon inclosed, you may order what solemnities you think fit. He may receive his pardon at the Gallows, where it may be announced, that it will be the last time, such a crime, will be pardoned.”
          You will be pleased, to give such orders in this case, as in your judgment shall most conduce, to the good of the service, and return the instrument of pardon, to be filed in the War Office.
          I am Sir with great respect your obedt hble servant

            James McHenry

          Major General Alexander Hamilton.


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Aaron Ogden, 24 September 1799
From: Ogden, Aaron
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir,
            Elizabeth Town Sepr 24th. 1799

          I have returned this evening, from veiwing, in company with Mr Bray, as well, the situations mentioned in his letter to the Secretary of War, as also, some others in the neighbourhood of New Brunswick.
          But two of them combine the advantages of wood and water, the one, belonging to Miss Ellis, lies within two miles of New Brunswick and contains, as is said, about sixty acres of wood land, which upon an average might yeild from 20 to 25 cords per acre, this supply, in my apprehension, is insufficient, besides the growth is generally too small for hutting timber—the price is 80 dollars per acre for the fee-simple, if the wood land be taken alone, but if some twenty or thirty acres of cleared land for parade grounds, be also taken, the price of the whole, will be 66 2/3 dollars per acre. there is an adjoining peice of wood land which it is said, the owner would sell, at the same price, containing about 30 acres, but he lives in Philadelphia, and I have not as yet communicated with him—The water & other advantages here are very good, and not to be complained of—
          The other situation, belonging to Mr Ralph Philips, lies within 14 miles of New Brunswick on the Stage road from South Amboy to Philadelphia from which last place it is distant about 46 miles, it contains one hundred acres of wood land, which might yeild about 25 cords per acre, the growth of the wood is rather too small for the purpose of hutting—the Country around it, which presented itself to me, is very far from any appearance like plenty or abundance—the soil is poor, and it is very thinly and miserably inhabited—it is said, from by the owner, that the country beyond is much better—The water here is very sufficient—there is no stone for Chimnies on the ground, or in the neighbouring country, and the only expedient to remedy this, might be by a supply of bricks—The price is 26 2/3 dollars per acre for the fee-simple, which will be of very little worth when the wood is off, from the lands—The owner will engage to let the public have 50 acres of the same kind of land for fuel for another winter, for the same price, should it be wanting.
          The situation of at Green Brook, in my Judgment, is beyond all question, entitled to the preference, and I think I may safely say, that none can be found in New-Jersey more pleasant, more salubrious, affording a fuller or more excellent supply of wood and water, having a soil more dry and suitable for troops or in a country, more abounding with all they may stand in need of.
          The enclosed certificate from two men of the first respectability for Judgment and Candor, the one a judge, and the other, late a member of our Legislature, will prove, that I underated the amount of wood in my last letter to you, and that the wood land will yeild 2700 cords of wood which at the price of 2250 dollars, will render this site at Green Brook, cheaper than the others in New Jersey, and considerably less expensive than the fuelling alone at Carlisle, at what is called Barrack allowance
          I have the honor to be with the most perfect respect your mo. ob. sert

            Aaron Ogden


Title: To Alexander Hamilton from Charles Smith, 25 September 1799
From: Smith, Charles
To: Hamilton, Alexander

            Sir
            Wilmington Sept. 25. 99

          I have the honor to inform you that I arrived at this place on Yesterday, but have not had the pleasure of Seeing Majr. Cass he not being in the place
          I am Sir your Obet. Sert.

            Charles Smith
            2nd. Lieut. first Regt. Infantry


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Aaron Ogden, 25 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Ogden, Aaron

            Private
            Dr. Sir,
            New York September 25. 1799

          A Deputy Pay Master General for the troops under my command is wanted—Would Capt Williamson of the horse suit and would he probably accept? I inquire about no officer of your Regiment because one being already taken for from it as my Secy it would not be to do it justice to detach another. I rely on your friendly & confidential opinion—
          Thirty Dollars ⅌ Month in addition to pay & — is the compensation of the Dy P. M
          Yrs. truly

            A H

          Col Ogden


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to Elijah Paine, 25 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: Paine, Elijah

            Sir
            New York Sept. 25th. 1799

          This is to inform you that orders have been given to recruit in the State of Vermont, men for two Companies for the second Regiment of Infantry the recruiting party to be under the direction and Superintendance of Major Bewell.
          You have, I think, some time since written to me concerning the Contractor in your State; which letter is by some Accident mislaid or misplaced and the Contractor’s name does not immediately occur to me: I have therefore to request that you will give the necessary orders for the Supply of this party, and the in the necessary information & assistance to Major Bewell and the other Officers on their Arrival
          With great consideration &c

            I shall also be obliged by a Copy of the Contract—

          Mr. Elijah Paine Esqr.


Title: From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 25 September 1799
From: Hamilton, Alexander
To: McHenry, James

            Sir,
            New York Sepr. 25th 1799

          Upon looking over the letters which I have received of from Col. Bentley I find in one of them Mr. Call recommended, in one of them, as worthy of a Lieutenancy. No mention is made of Mr. Hall—I presume It appears therefore that but one person has been nominated, and that the person name of that person is Call—
          With great respect