51To James Madison from William Eustis, 12 March 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
12 March 1812, War Department. Proposes two alterations in the lists before the Senate of candidates for appointment, one in the infantry from New York, the other in the rangers from Kentucky. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). RC 1 p. Forwarded by JM to the Senate in a message of 13 Mar. 1812 ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the...
52To James Madison from William Eustis, 18 March 1809 (Madison Papers)
Being absent from town I did not ⟨rec⟩eive untill the evening of the 15th. your Letter of the 7th instant accompanied with a Commission of Secretary to the war department. Impressed with a just sense of the honor conferred on me by this distinguished mark of your confidence, and by the very obliging manner in which it was communicated, I have delayed an answer no longer than was necessary to...
53To James Madison from William Eustis, 7 September 1810 (Madison Papers)
Your ⟨last⟩ of the 30th of August with its enclosures was received the last evening. The movements of our own citizens as well as those of the Inhabitants of W. Florida I have observed with ⟨an interest?⟩ proportionate to the consequences which may ⟨result⟩ from them. But as it is impossible to ⟨divine?⟩ what course they might take, it is equally difficult to determine what part should be...
54To James Madison from William Eustis, 9 October 1815 (Madison Papers)
By the Ship “Exchange” I send you the last Brussells papers. The inauguration of the King at Brussells was marked with splendor but appeared to want the cordiality which a welcome chief might expect to receive. The Belgians, who appear to have no national character, complain 1st that with a superior population they have only an equal vote with the Hollanders & 2ndly that they are married to...
55To James Madison from William Eustis, 1 April 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
1 April 1812, War Department. Lists, for JM’s approval, proposed appointments in the staff department of the U.S. Army: Morgan Lewis of New York as quartermaster general; Zebulon M. Pike, William Swan, William Linnard of Pennsylvania, Anthony Lamb of New York, and Jacob Eustis of Massachusetts as deputy quartermasters; William Jones of Pennsylvania as commissary general of purchases; and Tench...
56To James Madison from William Eustis, 4 June 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
4 June 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). RC 1 p. JM forwarded the RC , listing appointments from the Illinois Territory and the District of Columbia, in a message to the Senate of 5 June 1812 ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings...
57To James Madison from William Eustis, 2 June 1809 (Madison Papers)
In obedience to a resolution of the House of Representatives of the 27th. of May requesting the President of the United States to cause the Secretary of War to lay before the house an estimate of the sums necessary to compleat the fortifications commenced or contemplated, and also the amount of any deficiency of former appropriations for this object, I have the honor to state That of the...
58To James Madison from William Eustis, 13 May 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
13 May 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). RC 4 pp. Forwarded by JM to the Senate in a 13 May 1812 message ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings of the Senate of the United States of America (3 vols.; Washington, 1828). , 2:266).
59To James Madison from William Eustis, 2 May 1815 (Madison Papers)
I have thought a suggestion made to me the other day worth communicating on account of its respectable source and because it coincided with my own ideas which had been previously formed. It is that one half the force ordered to the Mediterranean may be sufficient completely to invest and keep in a state of constant blockade the Algerine ports—that after the expiration of a year the blockading...
60To James Madison from William Eustis, 17 March 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
17 March 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the U.S. Army. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). RC 1 p. Forwarded by JM to the Senate in a 19 Mar. 1812 message ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings of the Senate of the United States of America (3 vols.; Washington, 1828). , 2:238).
61To James Madison from William Eustis, 25 February 1815 (Madison Papers)
Well knowing the satisfaction with which you will receive one of the brave men who have distinguished themselves on the northern Frontier I consider any apology unnecessary in making known to you Colo Aspinwall of this state whose services are well understood by his brothers in arms whose friends are among the best friends of their country, and whose good name must be precious to the Govt &...
62To James Madison from William Eustis, 18 August 1815 (Madison Papers)
I receive this morning, by way of London, your favor of the 12th of May. The interesting information, foreign & domestic, is in the highest degree welcome to me. In my account of the impressed seaman, I did not add, that (in consequence as I presume of the earnest tho’ indirect application on that subject) the man was discharged & the Captn of Nightingale ordered home to account for his...
63To James Madison from William Eustis, 17 February 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
17 February 1812, War Department. Presents for consideration “a system of field exercise and manoevers of Infantry, adapted to the militia and regular troops of the United States, conformable to a resolution of the house of Representatives of the 17 Decr. 1811.” Letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). 1 p. Enclosure not found, but see n. 1. The resolution requesting the president to have...
64To James Madison from William Eustis, 8 September 1812 (Madison Papers)
By Letters from General Dearborn Genl. Harrison and others from the western country it appears that events of great importance are almost daily occurring: and I cannot refrain from expressing my own with the hopes of all our friends that your return may be found not inconvenient. With great respect RC ( DLC ). Eustis probably referred to a 3 Sept. 1812 letter from Dearborn ( DNA : RG 107, LRRS...
65To James Madison from William Eustis, 27 May 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
27 May 1812, War Department. Proposes for JM’s approval the appointment of Benjamin Mifflin as a deputy commissary in the U.S. Army. Letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). 1 p. JM nominated Mifflin in a message to the Senate of 27 May 1812 that also included the nominations of Orleans territorial officials Dominick A. Hall, John R. Grymes, and Peter L. B. Duplisses to judicial and legal...
66To James Madison from William Eustis, 11 September 1811 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor to enclose for your consideration a Letter from W. Jones Esqr Judge Advocate requesting instructions relative to the proceeding of the General Court Martial in the case therein mentioned. If the court shall determine that they will not take cognizance of any charges implying offences of more than two years standing, those laid in the five first charges, together with all the...
67To James Madison from William Eustis, 26 August 1810 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor to acknowlege your favor of the 16h. instt. From my knowlege of the hand writing & character of Mr Prince, Marshal, I know it to be impossible that the disrespectful note is his. To-morrow I shall be in Boston when the fact will be ascertained without communicating to him the particulars which lead to the enquiry. He is communicative, and no chances ought to be afforded of...
68To James Madison from William Eustis, ca. 22 September 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
Ca. 22 September 1812. Informs JM that Henry Glen was appointed assistant deputy quartermaster on 1 July 1812 on the recommendation of Morgan Lewis. Lewis, however, subsequently withheld the appointment, “finding some objection.” Glen has failed to return his letter of appointment; Lewis will be written to on the subject. RC ( DLC ). 1 p. Undated; dated 1812 in the Index to the James Madison...
69To James Madison from William Eustis, 19 June 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
19 June 1812, War Department. Proposes the appointment of Edward Fox of Pennsylvania as commissary general in the U.S. Army. Letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). 1 p. JM nominated Fox in a message to the Senate of 22 June 1812. The Senate referred the nomination to a select committee on 26 June. JM withdrew Fox’s name on 1 July and replaced it with that of Samuel Carswell of Pennsylvania (...
70To James Madison from William Eustis, 16 April 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
16 April 1812, War Department. Lists proposed additions and alterations in the “additional Army” of the U.S. Letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). 1 p. A note in the margin reads: “Not sent to the Senate.” Eustis listed the names of eighteen nominees from North Carolina, Virginia, New York, Vermont, and Massachusetts. Most of them were forwarded to the Senate by JM in subsequent messages.
71To James Madison from William Eustis, 12 July 1810 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor to enclose a copy of a Letter received from Governor Harrison by which it will appear that we are relieved from any apprehension of hostilities on the part of the Indians. With the highest respect I am Sir, your obedt. servt. 26 June 1810, Vincennes. Reports information he has received from a deputation of Potawatomi Indians about a council held at St. Joseph where the...
72To James Madison from William Eustis, 14 January 1815 (Madison Papers)
I am induced to trouble you at this time by a report that Mr Elbridge Gerry (a good young man & worthy of patronage) has reason to expect a Secretaryship of Legation to a foreign mission, and from a fear lest peradventure the lot might fall on the mission to the Hague. Mr G who is my neighbour & to whose family I had proffered and would most cheerfully render any service in my power, called on...
73To James Madison from William Eustis, 2 September 1812 (Madison Papers)
In forming an answer to Govr. Strong I find some objections which induce me to enclose the papers for a second consideration. It appears that 3 of the 5 companies required for passamaquodda (which implies a greater extent of country than Eastport) have been ordered by the Govr for Eastport. The requisition of G. Dearborn is substantially complied with at this post . As it is a frontier post...
74To James Madison from William Eustis, 25 May 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
25 May 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). RC 2 pp. JM forwarded the RC , listing appointments from Pennsylvania, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Virginia, South Carolina, Vermont, Maryland, Massachusetts, Tennessee, New York, and Kentucky, in a message to...
75To James Madison from William Eustis, [ca. 2 February 1815] (Madison Papers)
The mail of this day brings your Letter enclosing that of Mr Everett whose appointment is universally well received. There is in this case an adaptation of character which commands approbation & is peculiarly gratifying to friends. Perceiving the objections to asking a passport from the enemy it remains for us to embrace the first opportunity which affords a probability of avoiding him. The...
76To James Madison from William Eustis, 16 July 1810 (Madison Papers)
Doubtful of the propriety of issuing the order, I have the honor to enclose for your consideration & decision the letter of General Wilkinson, requesting that certain Officers may be ordered to the Seat of Government for the purpose therein mentioned. The objections appear to be, first, the expense. Secondly several of the Officers are on duty from which they cannot be released without injury...
77To James Madison from William Eustis, 9 June 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
9 June 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). RC 1 p. Forwarded by JM in a message to the Senate the same day ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings of the Senate of the United States of America (3 vols.; Washington, 1828). , 2:276).
78To James Madison from William Eustis, 30 June 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
30 June 1812, War Department. Lists proposed promotions in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1). 2 pp. JM forwarded the RC , listing promotions in the peace establishment (corps of engineers) and the Second, Third, Fifth, and Sixth Infantry Regiments, in a message to the Senate of 30 June 1812 ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive...
79To James Madison from William Eustis, 19 November 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
19 November 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. Letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). 2 pp. On 20 Nov. 1812 JM forwarded to the Senate Eustis’s list of nominations in various army regiments from North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Massachusetts, New York, Kentucky, Rhode Island, and Maryland ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the...
80To James Madison from William Eustis, 23 January 1811 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
23 January 1811, War Department. Transmits a return of the army with a letter from the adjutant and inspector general containing the information requested by the House of Representatives in the resolution of 21 Jan. 1811. FC ( PHi : Daniel Parker Papers); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). FC 1 p. On 21 Jan. 1811 William Helms of New Jersey presented a resolution requesting the president...
81To James Madison from William Eustis, 16 September 1810 (Madison Papers)
I enclose for your amusement a copy of a Letter from J. Q. A. which may be destroyed after perusal. Accounts from the Baltic confirm his anticipation of Danish captures. With perfect respect, Instructions to Govr. Holmes & the comdg. Officer, are also enclosed if approved, they can be forwarded either to Washington M. T. or to the war office—in the former case the copies are desired at the...
82To James Madison from William Eustis, 5 May 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
5 May 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments and alterations in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). RC 3 pp. Forwarded by JM to the Senate in a 7 May 1812 message ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings of the Senate of the United States of America (3 vols.; Washington,...
83To James Madison from William Eustis, 27 July 1809 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor to inform you of my arrival in this city on the last evening. The very extraordinary and unexpected turn which the negociation with Mr Erskine has taken and the entire uncertainty of the measures which are to ensue render it doubtful in my own mind whether to proceed or to await your commands at this place. In the course of the few days which may be usefully employed in...
84To James Madison from William Eustis, 23 March 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
23 March 1812, War Department. Proposes nine appointments in the U.S. Army. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). RC 1 p. Forwarded by JM to the Senate in a 24 Mar. 1812 message ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings of the Senate of the United States of America (3 vols.; Washington, 1828). , 2:240).
85Memorandum from William Eustis, [ca. 27 March] 1812 (Madison Papers)
For consideration Qr Master Genl— 1 Colo. Tallmage if he will accept which will be determined in the morng. 2 Colo. R. B. Livingston of N. York, father to the member of Congress —to be also more particularly enquired into in case of the declension of Tallmage. 3 Morgan Lewis. Deputy Qr Masters—civil. Wm Linnard Phila. Captn. Swann N. Orleans. Anthony Lamb Albany now acting as M. Agents—One in...
86To James Madison from William Eustis, 14 September 1811 (Madison Papers)
It is with reluctance that I am obliged again to trouble you on the subject of the court martial, the details of which it was hoped might have been arranged by the department. Since my last it appears that it has been determined to take congnizance of all the charges. A new demand, as will be explained by the enclosed copy of a Letter from the Judge Advocate, is now made by the General thro...
87To James Madison from William Eustis, 21 November 1813 (Madison Papers)
I regret that my intention of acknowleging, by the mail of yesterday your favor of the 12th instant (which was receved yesterday) could not be effected. On further consideration, believing that the war will continue and press with greater severity, calling for the exertions of every friend to his country, it appears to me that occasions will probably occur, on which it may be in my power to...
88To James Madison from William Eustis, 11 April 1809 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor of proposing for your approbation, Asa Payne and Joel Johnson, of Kentucky, to be appointed Cadets in the Regiment of Artillerists, in the service of the United States. Accept Sir assurances of my high respect and consideration RC ( PHi ); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, Letters Sent to the President). On the recto of the RC , JM wrote “Approved” and his initials. This appears...
89To James Madison from William Eustis, 21 December 1814 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor of receiving by the mail of this day your favor of the 15th instant, in which it affords me great satisfaction to recognize a continuation of your delicate attention. Without having contemplated such an appointment, I shoud not decline attempting to execute the duties required by it, in case it should be confirmed. With the highest respect & esteem your obedt servt. RC ( DLC...
90To James Madison from William Eustis, 10 April 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
10 April 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. RCs ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1); letterbook copies ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). Each RC 1 p. Forwarded by JM to the Senate in a message of 11 Apr. 1812 ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings of the Senate of the United States of America (3 vols.; Washington,...
91To James Madison from William Eustis, 24 February 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
24 February 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the troops to be raised under the 11 Jan. 1812 act to raise an additional military force. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). RC 25 pp. Forwarded by JM to the Senate in a message of 25 Feb. 1812 ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings of the Senate of...
92To James Madison from William Eustis, 6 July 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
6 July 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1). 2 pp. JM forwarded the RC , listing nominations of officers from Tennessee, in a message to the Senate on the same day ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings of the Senate of the United States of America (3 vols.; Washington,...
93To James Madison from William Eustis, 25 November 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
25 November 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. Letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). 2 pp. On 27 Nov. 1812 JM forwarded to the Senate Eustis’s list of nominations in various army regiments from Virginia, New Jersey, South Carolina, Tennessee, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Georgia, and Massachusetts ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the...
94To James Madison from William Eustis, 10 August 1815 (Madison Papers)
My Letters to the Secy of State give generally our movements & such information as our hitherto limited means have afforded. We hope in a short time to do better. Hitherto we have experienced respect to our nation & personal civilities—the former enhanced undoubtedly by the new character acquired by the war. With their ideas of the power of G. B & their imperfect knowlege of the U.S. it is not...
95To James Madison from William Eustis, [ca. 17 September] 1812 (Madison Papers)
Colo. Cass is of opinion that the Penva. troops at Pittsbg will not be required by Genl. Harrison. It remains to be considered 1st that having been advised of them G. H. may have made his arrangements accordingly —by dismissing a part of his other troops—by ordering a part to the Iillinois [ sic ] or otherwise. 2. A part of the Penva. troops particularly those in the vicinity of Pittsburg...
96To James Madison from William Eustis, 16 January 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
16 January 1812, War Department. Presents names of six persons, all of whom reside in the state of Ohio, to be appointed officers of rangers. RC ( DLC ); letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). RC 1 p. Docketed by JM. JM nominated the candidates to the Senate on 17 Jan. 1812 ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings of the Senate of the United States of America (3 vols.;...
97To James Madison from William Eustis, 30 November 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
30 November 1812, War Department. Lists proposed promotions and appointments in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. Letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). 1 p. On 1 Dec. 1812 JM forwarded to the Senate Eustis’s list of nominations for Corps of Engineers promotions and army appointments from Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the Executive Proceedings of the...
98To James Madison from William Eustis, [ca. 3 October] 1812 (Madison Papers)
In making out the order, as the Militia were to rendezvous at Pittsburg, at which place they would of course wait for further orders, it was thought sufficient by this mail to direct detachments on the requisition of Captn. Piatt for the Cannon & Stores, without adding “you will wait further orders”—taking the chance (which is very small) of any part of them proceeding without orders. I...
99To James Madison from William Eustis, 2 July 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
2 July 1812, War Department. Lists proposed appointments in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. RC ( DNA : RG 46, Executive Proceedings, 12B-A1). 1 p. JM forwarded the RC , listing nine nominations for infantry colonel, three for lieutenant colonel of infantry, two for infantry major, one for artillery colonel, one for lieutenant colonel of artillery, two for artillery major, one for lieutenant...
100To James Madison from William Eustis, 1 January 1814 (Madison Papers)
Well knowing your hands and head & heart to be full I have abstained from writing. A sense of duty impels and I can no longer be silent. The consequences to the Niagara Strait with the rest of the upper country in the event of the failure of the movement for Montreal were anticipated by those who comprehended the subject. My first enquiry was how is Wilkinson to get back to S. Harbour. The...