Arthur St. Clair
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Speeches to Indians and Unnecessary Expenses
Lists the Indian Nations and their reception of the speech given by St. Clair on behalf of the U.S. gov't. Supplies also discussed.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}Request for the Wyandot Nation to Join the U.S. in War Against the Shawnee
Refers to an earlier meeting between the U.S. and several Indian tribes at Muskingum Falls [Ohio region], which apparently aimed at peace between the Indian tribes. Now St. Clair accuses the Shawnees …
Jonathan Cass PapersLetter from Governor of Northwest Territory
Letter from the Governor of the Northwest Territory to the Secretary at War; mentions General Josiah Harmer.
William Short Papers, Mm 77039891Indian Attacks
St. Clair mentioned Miami Nation hostilities and alliance with British traders. Advised punishment of hostile Indians for their depredations on frontier settlers and the raids on the Ohio river.
Printed VersionsIndian Attacks
By note received from Louisville, details of Indian attacks of settlements located on Russell Creek, and Danville.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of War [1A-F2] (RG46)Expresses Concern about Miami Hostility; Hopes the US can Protect Frontier
Refers to hostility received from the Miamis in conjunction with British traders. Worries that there will be no peaceful resolution and that the U.S. must take action to protect the people of the …
Alfred T. Goodman PapersCopy of the circular letter from Governor St. Clair to the County Lieutenants
Peace with Indians impossible, St. Clair laid out a plan to defend Virginia's borders. Gives numbers of militia from each county to rendezvous for offensive plan.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}Copy of a Letter from Governor St. Clair to the Senior Officer of the Pennsylvania militia
Orders to proceed to Fort Harmar expediently for campaign against hostile Indians. Indian policy discussed. The officer is to ensure the safety of his camp but also to be careful not to harm or …
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}Assembly of Troops under General Harmar
Troops and supplies prepared for expedition, reinforcements called from Fayette and Woodford counties. Details of march west by militia troops from Kentucky under direction of General Harmar.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}Account of Indian Attack on Ohio and Wabash Rivers
Detailed account of Mr. Vigo's defense against the Wabash Indians attack on the River and the Post St. Vincennes. Depredations on Ohio and Wabash continue. Mr Vigo's boat plundered by Indians. …
Printed Versions[COPY] Notification to British of Peaceful Intentions
St. Clair, having been commanded to do so by President Washington, notified Major Murray that the expedition west was to handle hostile Indians and the United States held only a peaceful disposition …
Arthur St. Clair Letters
