651From Alexander Hamilton to Samuel Eddins, 15 January 1800 (Hamilton Papers)
The Deputy P. Mr. General has applied to me for some Officer as a temporary Asst. to him in his Dept. and has signified Lt. Osborne’s willingness to undertake it. You will therefore give Lt. Osborne the necessary permission— W— ( Df , in the handwriting of Ethan Brown, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
652From Alexander Hamilton to William S. Smith, 15 January 1800 (Hamilton Papers)
The result of your correspondence with Lieutt. Livingston has determined me to order Lieutt. Dwight to this City and I shall after some conversation with send him to Union Brigade to be tried by a Court Martial. I yesterday received your two letters of the 13th instant with those that have passed between yourself and Lieutt. Baldwin, that Gentleman’s resignation is forwarded to the Secretary...
653From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 14 January 1800 (Hamilton Papers)
Lt. Leonard Williams has been recommended to me as Quarter Master to the second regiment of Artillerists in such a manner that I can have no doubt of confide in his fitness for the station. This being the — Altho’ There is no commandant to this regiment but I will, nevertheless appoint Lt. Willi with your permissi appoint yet if you approve Lt. Williams to act as Quarter Master. ( Df , in the...
654From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, [13] January 1800 (Hamilton Papers)
Some of the maxims which obtain with the Officers at the seat of Government, charged with the adjustment of the accounts of those Agents who have to furnish supplies and make disbursements for the Military service are of a nature to produce much perplexity & inconvenience. To me they appear mistaken, such as are to be found no where else, and such as must render it impracticable to discharge...
655From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 13 January 1800 (Hamilton Papers)
I have the honor to send you the return of the Army of the UStates which you lately required and which was delivered to me this morning. It is accompanied by a letter from the Adjutant General which furnishes some necessary explanations. Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress. McHenry to H, January 6, 1800 . William North to H, January 9, 1800 .
656From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 13 January 1800 (Hamilton Papers)
Colonel Bentley informs me that an account of loops and cockades furnished to the troops his regiment was forwarded to your department, and that the item of Eagles has been rejected. Directions Authority was given by me for supplying cockades, and I consider the eagle as part of the cockade. I am anxious that The charge should be admitted, and would thank you to inform me of the reasons which...
657From Alexander Hamilton to James Read, 13 January 1800 (Hamilton Papers)
The Secretary of War informs me that an appointment of Surgeon to the sixth regiment was some time ago made out for Doctor Roger Cutler, and forwarded under cover to you. The nomination of Mr. Pasteur as Quarter Master to your regiment is confirmed. W— ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress). Written vertically along the left margin in How’s hand is...
658From Alexander Hamilton to Joseph Brock [13 January 1800] (Hamilton Papers)
Captain Williamson the Deputy Pay Master General to the troops under my command performs the duties of Clothier General. You will therefore send him a return of the articles wanted to make up the complement of Clothing for the troops under your command. W— ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
659From Alexander Hamilton to Lewis Landais, 13 January 1800 (Hamilton Papers)
I have received your letter of December 31st and have made it a subject of communication to the Secretary of War. ( Df , in the handwriting of Philip Church, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
660From Alexander Hamilton to Rufus Graves, 13 January 1800 (Hamilton Papers)
The Secretary of War informs me that Cadets are considered as entitled to the Clothing of Sergeants, and that they have been paid at the rate of thirty one dollars and twenty five cents per suit, that being the value of the general articles according to the latest Contracts ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).