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1791 The affidavit of Colonel John Hardin, taken in consequence of a court of inquiry to be held at Fort Washington, respecting the conduct of Brigadier General Harmar, on the expedition of the Maumee towns, in October, 1790 John Hardin [not available] This is the affidavit of Colonel John Hardin relative to the inquiry into the conduct of General Harmar during the 1790 Indian campaign. Colonel Hardin found no fault with General Harmar’s conduct.
September 10, 1799 Encloses Letters from the Quartermaster General and Brig. Gen. Wilkinson James McHenry John Adams Encloses letter from the Quartermaster General and from Brigadier General Wilkinson.
May 20, 1792 Knox informs Hull of promotion to Brigadier General Henry Knox William Hull Knox informs Hull of his promotion to Brigadier General. Has not received word of acceptance. Has ventured to assure President Washington that Hull would certainly accept.
April 15, 1788 Pennsylvania recruiting quotas and appointments of commissioned officers Henry Knox Benjamin Franklin Letter, describes recruiting service; discusses Pennsylvania recruiting quota. Knox asks that Commissioned Officers be appointed to the quota of Pennsylvania conforming to resolve of Congress of 10 November. If Captain Zeigler receives reappointment, hopes that Council will make him advances for the recruits.
October 17, 1792 Dispatch about Food for Animals at Various Posts James O'Hara Major John Belli Refers to dispatches about horses and oxen. Reports that the Commander in Chief has ordered 50 bushels oats and corn in addition to previous orders. Lists requests of General Wilkinson and Brigadier General Rudolph. Encloses list of regulations.
October 4, 1799 Encloses Instructions for Brgiadier General Wilkinson James McHenry Alexander Hamilton Encloses instructions for Brigadier General Wilkinson for Hamilton's information.
May 6, 1792 Knox informs Hull of potential candidacy for promotion Henry Knox William Hull Letter, discusses Brigadier General commission; advises offer of commission to Hull should Brooks decline.
May 11, 1793 Assignment of Brigadier General Posey Henry Knox Major Isaac Craig Brigadier General Posey will set out for headquarters next Monday. Requests that Craig have boat ready for descending Ohio River, as soon as Posey arrives at Pittsburgh.
March 26, 1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document, Josiah Harmar to Henry Knox Josiah Harmar Henry Knox General Josiah Harmar requests that Knox arrange to send the money still owed Harmar by the United States.
September 28, 1799 Discussion of Money for Building Forts James McHenry Alexander Hamilton Writes of money expended to Brigadier General Wilkinson. The totals have aroused suspicion. Promises to send instructions to Wilkinson.
May 29, 1799 Recent Communications with Wilkinson and Pinckney James McHenry Alexander Hamilton Describes recent communication with Brigadier General Wilkinson and Major General Pinckney
April 13, 1790 Reiteration of a Call for the Militia to the Northwest Territory Henry Knox Josiah Harmar The Secretary of War, Henry Knox, reiterates to Brigadier General Josiah Harmar previously sent instructions for calling up the militia to defend the frontier against Indian hostilities and states that Harry Innes, Esq, District Judge of Kentucky, is also vested with this power.
December 23, 1787 Return of Pennsylvania troops in service of United States Josiah Harmar Benjamin Franklin Harmar sends return of Pennsylvania troops in service of United States. Secretary of War Knox has said that Congress will call upon states to raise same number of men for three years. Discusses recommendations from General Mifflin and Charles Biddle for the appointment of Robert Thomson, son of late General Thomson, to Ensigncy. Also warmly recommended by General Irwin.
May 8, 1792 Official Appointment Henry Knox Brigadier General Otho H. Williams Appointment to Brigadier General. Requests return with acceptance or non-acceptance. Enclosed Act of Congress regarding pay, rations, and emoluments.
February 5, 1800 Brigadier General Macpherson's pay and entitlements on Northampton Expedition William Simmons James McHenry Simmons discusses what he calls the extraordinary expenses of Brigadier General Macpherson, incurred for himself and his family and for guards or guests at tavern. He goes on to discuss what might be proper or lawful allowances.
October 29, 1789 Cited letter or document, Henry Knox to Josiah Harmar Henry Knox Josiah Harmar Letter, Citation only Cited in Knox to Harmar, 12/19/1788, and Harmar to Knox, 01/14/1790.
January 3, 1797 Pay of Brigadier General James Wilkinson William Simmons James McHenry Simmons certifies that $175.80 is due Brigadier General James Wilkinson, being his pay, subsistence, and forage for December 1796.
April 3, 1790 Employing Scouts for Kentucky Henry Knox Harry Innes From most information received, Indians still continue depredations on frontiers. Knox encloses same authority and discretionary power for employing Scouts for Kentucky as were sent on March 3d to Governor of Western Territory, or in his absence, Brigadier General Harmar.
February 24, 1794 Account of Brigadier General Silas Dayton Joseph Howell Richard Harrison Howell settles the account to the satisfaction of Brigadier General Silas Dayton for recruiting the 3rd Regiment of New Jersey in 1784.
February 5, 1794 Brigadier General McKinson and Lt Shaumburgh accounts Caleb Swan Joseph Howell Caleb Swan encloses account of Brigadier General James McKinson and Lieutenant Bartholomew Shaumburgh.
March 1, 1797 Pay & Subsistence of Brigadier General James Wilkinson William Simmons James McHenry Certification that $183 is due Brigadier General James Wilkinson, being his pay, subsistence, and forage, and the subsistence for his waiters, for February 1797.
December 1, 1796 Account of Brigadier General James Wilkinson William Simmons James McHenry Simmons certifies that $510.93 is due Brigadier General James Wilkinson, being his pay, subsistence and forage, and the subsistence of his waiter, from September through November 1796.
May 24, 1784 Settlement of forage account Samuel Hodgdon General Irvine Samuel Hodgdon sends to Brigadier General Irvine a letter informing the general that his forage account will not be settled presently.
February 13, 1797 Compensation of Brigadier General James Wilkinson for subsisting soldiers William Simmons James McHenry Certification that $25.65 is due Brigadier General James Wilkinson for subsisting soldiers Robert Beane, John Luckner, George Gardner, and Jonas Orders from December 1796 through January 1797.
February 16, 1793 Power to Convene Courts Martial Henry Knox Anthony Wayne Knox advises Wayne to provide General Wilkinson with the power to convene courts martial. Dr. Carmichael is en route with the pay for the Army. General Putnam has resigned.