From Alexander Hamilton to James McHenry, 19 March 1799
To James McHenry, 19 March 1799
New York March 19. 1799—
Sir,
I have ⟨———⟩ Major Ford to give the detachment directed Major Ford to take the command as you suggested, The Detachment did not proceed yesterday as I intend and to open a correspondence with you and General McPherson.
Your letters of the 16 and 18th. of March are just received.
With great respect & esteem I have the honor to be Sir Your Obed Ser
James McHenry Esq.
(ADf, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).