Collections : [University of Michigan William L. Clements Library]

Regarding cannon and cartridges delivered to Charles Rich.

Concerning the detention of seamen on British ships when war was declared; "The…detention of our Seamen who were on board British Ships when war was declared, will engage particular attention." He goes on to mention "the effect of their Testimony in proclaiming the cruelties they have suffered..."

"Inspection and Muster Roll of Capt. Hosea Day." List of members.

Delivering news of American recapture of Fort Malden, Sandwich, Upper Canada, and Fort Detroit, "without loss of a man or the fireing of a gun. Genl Procter wisely abandoned these posts and has sought refuge in the wilds with his brethren (the savages)." William Henry Harrison's intelligence indicates General Henry Procter was fortifying on the River Thames, but "his Indian force is very much diminished, many of them are anxious to take shelter under the American Ensign of Liberty." Brief details regarding conditions at Fort Malden and Fort Detroit and the public's good reception of the army at Sandwich. Speculation on whether they will go to Michilimackinac. Displeasure with his commandant.

Concerning Army news, including efforts to protect the Delaware River and the duty and conduct of officers.

Issuing artillery; he orders 50 blank rounds and 50 rounds fixed ammunition to be allocated for each gun, and gives further orders regarding the movement of ammunition.

Movement of army; "I inclose a sketch of the movements of this army from Burlington to this place, the tract of the army is marked with blue." Requests that Mr. [McClintock] see the sketch.

Discusses the running of the British blockade and gives instructions for Sheldon upon his arrival in Havana. Lists the prices of commodities, including coffee, brown sugar, and molasses.

New York’s celebration of war victories; "I informed you before that the City Hall was to be lighted on the last evening in honor of our recent victories…" He mentions Tammany Hall, Washington Hall, and the American Museum. In front of City Hall were placed "representations of all the various naval actions that have taken place during the war..."

Mitchell, the former governor of Georgia, has accepted Monroe's invitation to command forces attacking Creeks. Monroe describes the force and correspondence with the Governor of Tennessee [Willie Blount]. "The exposed situation of New Orleans, the probability that the enemy may make an attempt to take possession of it, and of other parts of that Country...increased by a knowledge that an expedition has been lately equipped from Halifax, necessarily draws our attention to that quarter."