Timothy Pickering was the third United States secretary of state, serving under Presidents George Washington and John Adams. He also represented Massachusetts in both houses of Congress as a member of the Federalist Party. In 1795, he was elected a member of the American Philosophical Society.
Wilmington [ Delaware ] August 29, 1777. Sends extract from General Orders of June 18, 1777, stating that “Timothy Pickering Esquire is appointed Adjutant General in the Armies of the…
Alexander Hamilton instructs Timothy Pickering to expedite the transport of boats to join others by Wednesday evening, emphasizing urgency. He specifies that the boats should be at Dobbs Ferry for the teams to proceed. Hamilton's message reflects logistical coordination during the Revolutionary War.
Alexander Hamilton instructs Timothy Pickering to assemble fifty men the next morning to repair roads and bridges for the army's march to New Windsor via Pompton and Ringwood. He emphasizes the need for skilled artificers to ensure the work is done properly. Hamilton signs off as Aide de Camp, underscoring the military nature of the task.
Alexander Hamilton instructs Timothy Pickering to move boats from Doddes to Pompton and then to Kings Ferry quickly. He directs the Jersey light infantry officer to follow Pickering's orders and stay near Pompton until the Jersey Brigade arrives. Hamilton signs as Aide de Camp to the Quartermaster General.
George Washington directs Timothy Pickering to organize the replacement of lost military supplies, including tents and camp kettles, in preparation for the upcoming campaign. He also instructs Pickering to investigate the conduct of the corps of artificers to ensure proper discipline and efficiency.
Alexander Hamilton informs Timothy Pickering that the General approves issuing rations to the captains and crews of dismissed vessels, excluding their families, to be accounted for in settlements. He also notes that mid-May is the appropriate time to gather ox-teams for the upcoming campaign. Hamilton conveys these instructions with sincere regard.
Alexander Hamilton informs Timothy Pickering that General Washington has ordered most of the New Jersey troops to Morris Town to occupy huts but prefers not to store large quantities of supplies there. He explains that the difficult situation of two artisans cannot be remedied, as military provisions cannot extend to soldiers' families. The General maintains this policy consistently in similar cases.
George Washington informs Timothy Pickering that he is traveling to Rhode Island and that command of the Continental Army will temporarily pass to Major General William Heath. He communicates this change in leadership during his absence.
Alexander Hamilton informs Timothy Pickering that he is managing the purchase of bills and notes as directed and reports the beginning of tax collection for the United States. He declines to advance funds based on anticipated deposits to avoid partiality and maintain fairness in payments. Hamilton assures continued support and expects significant tax revenue by the end of the month.
Philadelphia 14. March 1797 The President of the United States requests the Secretary of State to take into his Consideration, the following Questions, and make report of his Opinion in…
Quincy September 4. 1797 Dear Sir I have read all the Dispatches inclosed in your favour of Aug 26 and have now time only to thank you and Col. McHenry…
Quincy September 22d. 1797 Dr. Sir I have recd. your Favour of the 16th. The Speech of Pastoret I had before received by two Conveyances from France, from an old…
East Chester October 20th 1797 Dear Sir. Your Favour of yesterday was brought to me to day at Dinner, a very pleasing Circumstance as it Shews the practicability of quick…
East Chester October 31st 1797 Dear Sir I received your favour of the 28th. Inclosed are Some Papers I received from the City of Washington. They are Duplicates of Such…
Philadelphia January 24. 1798 The President of the United States, requests The Secretary of State, The Secretary of the Treasury The Secretary of War, and the Attorney General to take…
Philadelpa: July 7th. 1798: The President of the United States, requests the Secretary of State to give directions for preparing Letters to the Consul General, and all the other Consuls…
New York July 28. 1798 Sir I received upon my Arrival here your favour of the 25th with the Commissions, all of which I have signed and My son will…
Quincy Aug. 17. 1798 Sir Inclos’d is an answer to the address from the Inhabitants of Hamilton County, which you will forward if you please.— I am Sir— / Your…
Quincy August 18.1798 Sir Inclosed are Copies of Letters I have received from David Leonard Barnes, the District. Attorney of Rhode Island. Tho they have been sent to you before,…
Quincy Aug 29th 1798 Sir I return to you my answer to the volunteer corps of the Infantry at Lancaster. I pray you to communicate this to Mr. McHenry that…
Quincy Sept. 3d 1798 Sir Inclosed is a letter from a Mr William England, with a commission to him from the Grand master of Malta. If you think it worth…
Quincy Sept. 7. 1798 Sir One Bundle of the inclosed Papers belongs to your Department and the other to that of the Secretary of War. The original of the latter…
Quincy September 10. 1798 Sir Inclosed is a Letter from Lt. Col. Perkins who has commanded Castle William these dozen Years which after you have read it I pray you…
Quincy Sept 16th 1798 Sir I have received your favor of the 11th. I wish I understood better than I do the conduct both of Gen. Pinckney & Mr. Gerry.…