6401From Alexander Hamilton to James House, 17 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I am authorized to offer you the appointment of Pay Master to the first regiment of Artillerists. You will signify your acceptance, should you think proper to accept, to the Pay Master General, and immediately enter upon the duties— With great consideration I am, Sir ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6402From Alexander Hamilton to John F. Hamtramck, 17 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I send you a letter from Genl Wilkinson, and you will of course take measure for carrying it into effect his measures orders into immediate effect—I am particularly anxious desirous that the troops should be transferred from Presque Isle as soon as possible. Captain Shoemaker, with a detachment of about seventy men, has recd. orders to march from Boston to Pittsburg—where he will remain during...
6403From Alexander Hamilton to Joseph Cross, 17 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have just received your letter of the eighth of this month, and would thank you to inform me when you received obtained your furlough, and from whom. With consideration I am, Sir ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6404From Alexander Hamilton to Samuel Hodgdon, 17 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Major Adlum informed me that that part of Captain Shoemake r’s Company which formerly composed Lt. Boote’s detachment is in great want of Clothing, some of the men being almost naked. A return of the articles wanted was sent to Col. Stevens, and I take it for granted that that Officer forwarded it to you. If however you should not have received it, you make take for your calculation a body of...
6405From Alexander Hamilton to Theodore Meminger, 17 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I am authorized to offer you the appointment of Pay Master to the second regiment of Artillerists. You will signify your acceptance, should you think proper to accept, to the Pay Master General and immediately enter upon the duties— With consideration I am, Sir ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6406From Alexander Hamilton to Caleb Swan, 19 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
It appears by a return just received from of Capt Bruffs Company of Artillerists that it consists of Fifty one non commissioned officers & privates—exhibiting only a deficiency of fourteen to complete the company. And it is represented that the bounty money has been exhausted. I think it probable that bounty money for a complete company may have been furnished. But even if this has been the...
6407From Alexander Hamilton to Henry Muhlenberg, 20 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I observe with pleasure by the return transmitted in your letter of the 8th. that your company is completed to within fourteen men of which seven must be artificers. From Lieutenant Heath’s representation of the recruiting money being exhausted I have been induced to request the Pay Master General to furnish a further sum equal to the recruiting bounty of fourteen men. This ought The want of...
6408From Alexander Hamilton to James House, 20 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
As soon as you shall have received your instructions from the Pay Master General for the government of your conduct, you will repair to Fort McHenry, where which you will consider as your general station. That point is conceived to be the most convenient for the receipt and transmission by you of all the monies which shall be furnished for the Regiment With great consideration I am Sir Yr Obed...
6409From Alexander Hamilton to Theodore Meminger, 20 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Should you accept the Office of Pay Master to the second Regt. of Artillerists lately offered to you in a letter from me you will still consider Fort Mifflin as your general Station. This will is a point convenient for the Receipt and Transmission of all monies may which may be furnished for the Regiment. You will receive instructions for the regulation of your conduct in receiving and...
6410From Alexander Hamilton to James Miller, 21 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
If not already done it is necessary that a sum of about six Two Three thousand Dollars should be placed in the command of the Agent whom you may have engaged to provide articles for the Quarters at Harpers Ferry. W A letter from Col Parker just received informs me that ground before belonging to the public has been fixed upon for the winter Quarters at Harpers Ferry. But there not being on the...
6411From Alexander Hamilton to George Ingersoll, 22 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have just received a letter from Capt. McClellan, intimating a wish that one John Fitz should be transferred to his Compy. he not having been able to procure a Drummer—As I am informed you have three other musicians I wish to be informed I should be glad to know whether you have any, and what, material objections to the transfer— With great considern &c ( Df , in the handwriting of Ethan...
6412From Alexander Hamilton to Henry Muhlenberg, 22 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
On recurring to your letter of the 8th. instant I observe that mention is made of Charles Laurance (a Deserter) whom you are now directed to leave at Fort McHenry with Capt. Morris— With consideration &c ( Df , in the handwriting of Ethan Brown, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6413From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 22 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have just received a letter from the Paymaster General inclosing one from Lt. Wm. C. Rogers declining the appointment of Pay master to the Cavalry. I would I have therefore the honor to propose that Lt. Simmon s may be appointed in his place— With great respect &c— ( Df , in the handwriting of Ethan Brown, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6414From Alexander Hamilton to James Miller, 22 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
From the representations which have come to me from different Quarters it appears to me proper to adopt the scale at foot, as that by which the articles mentioned in it ought to be furnished for the purpose of hutting the Troops. But as the Regiments are not complete two thirds in each case will suffice. I have directed Ebenr. Stevens Esqr. to provide those which are necessary here, and Col:...
6415From Alexander Hamilton to Jonathan Cass, 22 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
In reply to your letter of the 18th. instant, I have to inform you that music is musicians are allowed to be employed in the recruiting Service, at the rate of Eight Dollars per month and one ration without cloathing—You may engage them accordingly With great consideration &c ( Df , in the handwriting of Ethan Brown, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6416From Alexander Hamilton to Lawrence Butler, 22 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 6th. inst. I have to observe, in regard to its contents, that appointments of the kind there spoken of, will go through a particular course—In this, the application in behalf of Major Campbell will be put in a train to be duly considered— With great consideratn. ( Df , in the handwriting of Ethan Brown, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6417From Alexander Hamilton to Aaron Ogden, 23 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
The deserter from Captain Henry’s company mentioned in your letter of the fifth instant will remain where he is untill a General court Martial can decide on his case. It is only by punishment that the practice of desertion can be suppressed. Entire impunity in these cases of desertion would prove destructive of the service— With great consideration ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How,...
6418From Alexander Hamilton to Benjamin Brookes, 23 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have received your letter of the sixteenth instant, and am very glad to find that you have so far recovered from the effects of the accident which had unfortunately befallen you. It is indispensible that you should be at your post by the first of December. I therefore trust that this will, without fail, take place. With great considn ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton...
6419From Alexander Hamilton to Ebenezer Stevens, 23 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
General Hamilton’s compliments to General Stevens, would be glad to be informed whether he has received advice of the arrival of the Stores shipped in April last for Niagara, of which an Invoice was sent this morning— (L, in the handwriting of Ethan Brown, New-York Historical Society, New York City).
6420From Alexander Hamilton to George Washington, 23 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I find that I omitted m in my official reply to avail say any thing on the subject of Major Campbell. On the appointments of this kind for the Troops South of Potowmack it is my intention particularly to consult General Pinckney with the advantage of the observations he shall make on the spot. But I do not publish this lest I should subject the General to embarrassment & ill will. Very Affect...
6421From Alexander Hamilton to James Dill, 23 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
The letter of which you Acknowledge the receipt was written under the idea that you had not joined the army. But the disposition of particular corps and officers belongs to the General Officer immediately commanding the Western army, and I can not, with propriety interfere. If in the desire which you express to be stationed at Pittsburg you have reference to any thing more than a temporary...
6422From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 23 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
In reply to your letter of the 22d., you will permit me to observe that by the general arrangements of the Corps of Artillerists, Capt. Elliotts company is assigned for the field Battalion of General Pinckney’s command. To detach that company or any portion of it to the service you mention, will be to derogate from a general arrangement and so far to introduce disorder. Nor can I conceive any...
6423From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 23 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
In the creation of new Corps some irregular expences will happen. That which is the subject of the inclosed extract of a letter from Col: Bentley is an example. You will observe the impression which has been excited. The character of Col: Bentley induces attention to his feelings. In cases of a similar kind the dissatisfaction arising from a strict — adherence to rule may be more important...
6424From Alexander Hamilton to Timothy Taylor, 23 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
The reason which you assign for your being at Danbury is satisfactory. It would have prevented any observation on the subject, if, as was proper, you had beforehand mentioned to me the situation. to me— I cannot conceive how my letter of the 5th. which was on that day sent to the Post Office wa s delayed to the 12th. If you can throw any light on this delay, it will oblige me. I was in hopes...
6425From Alexander Hamilton to Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
The following is an Extract of a — letter recd. from Col: Parker dated Winchester Oct. 16th. 1799— “Four Soldiers deserted a few nights ago; But were all fortunately taken two of them, who were most guilty, I have put in irons, as I think it absolutely necessary to make an example of them. As I do not know where to direct to General Pinckney, I beg Sir that you will order a general Court...
6426From Alexander Hamilton to Daniel Jackson, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have received your letter of the eleventh instant, and am surprised that Captain Littlefield and his company should not have arrived before this at Fort Jay. You will be pleased please to inform me of the cause from which the delay has proceeded. With great considern ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6427From Alexander Hamilton to Elias B. Dayton, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
You will be pleased to procure three yokes of oxen for the use of the regiments at Green brook, and deliver them to the respective regimental Quarter Masters. With consideration I am, Sir ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6428From Alexander Hamilton to Frederick Frye, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Your letter of the seventh instant was delivered to me at Trenton. General Pinckney is now at New Port, and I must refer you to him on the subject of your request. It would be improper in me to take any step in the business, as you are no longer annexed to my command. With consideration I am, Sir ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6429From Alexander Hamilton to John Tayler, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have received your letter of the seventh instant, and am sorry feel every disposition to comply with your request. There have been so many appointments however in the twelfth regiment from the Northern parts of the state that an immediate augmentation of the number would hardly consist wit h the principle of distribution— Wi th consn ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton...
6430From Alexander Hamilton to John W. Patterson, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I regret that circumstances should render it necessary for you to resign your commission. It will be proper for you to signify thro’ your Colonel your wish on this subject. As soon as that officer shall communicate the matter to me I will have it laid before the Secretary of War— With consideration I am, Sir ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6431From Alexander Hamilton to Josias Carvel Hall, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have just recd. yr. letter of the 20th inst. I can only lament, that notwithstandg. the assurances made to me both verbally and by letter, and may very urgent & reiterated remonstrances requisitions a the transmission of money for your regiment experiences a so painful a delay— I ne hope nevertheless that by this time effectual measures have been taken to obviate complaints of that kind, I...
6432From Alexander Hamilton to Michael Gunkle, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I am very sorry that the press hurry of business in which your letter of the seventh instant found me should so long have delayed a reply caused me it to be overlooked it at the time. The tenth regiment together with Captain Elliot’s company of Artillerists had been ordered, previously to the receipt of your letter, to Winter Quarters in the vicinity on the Potowmack in the vicinity of...
6433From Alexander Hamilton to Peter Robinson, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Your letter of the seventh instant has been delivered to me. You will be pleased to proceed as soon as possible to Wilmington in the State of Delaware. Immediately upon your arrival at that place you will report yourself to Major Cass, and take his orders— With consideration I am, Sir ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6434From Alexander Hamilton to Russell Bissell, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Your letter of the fourth instant has been delivered to me. You will be pleased to proceed as Soon as possible to Bennington in the State of Vermont. Immediately upon your arrival at that place you will report your self to Major Bewell and take his orders. With consideration ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress). Acknowledges Bissell’s letter of...
6435From Alexander Hamilton to Thomas Parker, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I can only lament, the delay, & its bad effects on your Regt. of the remittance of money for the pay of your Troops of which you complain of in your letter of the 16th. inst. I have not ceased, however, urgently to reiterate my remonstrances representations on that subject, and have received both verbal and literary written assurances that the requisite necessary Supplies should be forwarded—...
6436From Alexander Hamilton to William K. Blue, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have received your letter of the twenty seventh of September, and shall not fail to pay due attention to it’s contents. Your relative rank in your regiment must will however be regulated by the time of your appointment— With consideration I am, Sir ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6437From Alexander Hamilton to Zebulon M. Pike, 24 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Your letter of the twenty first of this month has just been delivered to me. I have heretofore written to Mr. Hodgdon respecting a supply of Clothing for the men commanded by Captain Shoemaker. It will be well for you however after settling your the pecuniary concerns at Trenton to see Mr. Hodgdon, and to do any thing which may depend on you towards the accomplishment of the object. It is the...
6438From Alexander Hamilton to Caleb Swan, 25 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Lt. Simmons is appointed Paymaster to the regiment of Cavalry, and you will do business with him in that character as soon as he shall have executed the necessary bonds— With great— ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6439From Alexander Hamilton to Ebenezer Stevens, 25 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I am informed that a Packet with a party of the 13th. Regiment on board, has run a shore at Hell-Gate—if any assistance be yet necessary, in order to forward them to their destination, you will please to give it. With great consideration I am Sir yr. obedt. servt. ( LS , in the handwriting of Ethan Brown, New-York Historical Society, New York City; Df , in the handwriting of Ethan Brown,...
6440From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 25 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have the honor to transmit the proceed gs of a Court Martial lately holden at Fort Fayette of which Major Stevenson was President to be submitted to the President of the U States for his decision. No peculiar circumstances appear in it. I can only observe that it probably proceeded from some knowlege of personal character in the Court & from the conviction of the necessity of some examples....
6441From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 25 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
It was not my intention, in my letter of the twenty third instant, to represent the application of Captain Elliot to you as irregular, but merely to intimate that it would be imprudent inconvenient to give effect to such an application in derogation from a general arrangement. You will perceive from the enclosed letter the order which has been given addressed to the commanding officer of Fort...
6442From Alexander Hamilton to James Miller, 25 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Colonel Rice informs me that he has entered into a contract for fifteen Acres of land for the Winter Quarters of the fourteenth, fifteenth and sixteenth regiments. The price agree’d upon is four hundred dollars, and I would thank you to empowe r your agent Jonathan Jackson Esqr. to advance the money. I am inclined to think that there must be some mistake as to the Sum, and you will probably do...
6443From Alexander Hamilton to John Ripley, 25 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Your letter of this morning date was this moment handed me by Dr. Trowbridge—You will proceed without delay to Winter Quarters, where the rest of your men, I presume will soon join you, as measures will be taken, in the immediately, to that effect, if any remain to be taken— With great consideration & & ( Df , in the handwriting of Ethan Brown, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6444From Alexander Hamilton to Tobias Lear, 25 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I take the liberty to inclose to you, a letter to Col: Parker requesting you to forward it and to give me information how to direct in future to that Officer. I do not know the nearest Post Office to Harpers Ferry With great regard I am Sir Yr. obedt. Servt. ( LS , George Washington Papers, Library of Congress; Df , in the handwriting of H and Ethan Brown, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress;...
6445From Alexander Hamilton to Walter L. Cochran, 25 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
You will detach from the garrison which you command, at on the order application of Captain Elliot, a — body of men to consist of not more than a one subaltern and twenty five non commissioned officers and privates— With consn ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6446From Alexander Hamilton to William Leverett, 25 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I have received your letter of the fifth instant with it’s enclosures. It will be proper to direct such applications in future to the Commandant of the regiment. This is the mode in which it is desired to receive communications of this nature. I retain the letter which you add transmitted to me but stil would still recommend to you to pursue the course just pointed out with consideration ( Df...
6447From Alexander Hamilton to Ebenezer Stevens, 26 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I learn with much regret that the vessel which was carrying the necessary boards to Scotch plains has been burnt in the Raritan. The season is far advanced, and I have to request that you will make every exertion in order to the replacing of the boards which have been unfortunately destroyed. I am also informed that the tools necessary for hutting have not reached the place of winter Quarters....
6448From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 26 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I enclose to you a letter which I have just written to Captain Elliot as I know not what measures you may have taken on in consequence of my last communication on the subject. With great respect ( Df , in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).
6449From Alexander Hamilton to John Bishop, 26 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Your letter of the twenty fifth instant has been delivered to me. Dividing your party into two detachments, the first to consist of four corporals sergeants, four corporals, and fifty six privates; and the last of the remainder of your new corps ———— Reserving from your party four serjeants, four corporals, the musicians and fifty six privates with the musicians , you will detach the remainder...
6450From Alexander Hamilton to Joseph Elliott, 26 October 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
Captain Bishop has arrived at Bristol with his company on the way to Winter Quarters, and I have directed him to send part of the company to the Schuylkill to receive your orders. This part will consist of about eighteen men, and when they shall have reached your Station, you will be pleased to send back the detachment or part of the detachment from Fort Mifflin; or if circumstances will not...