Henry Knox
2405 documents
Rebuke for Not Communicating Rations Issue; Delay in Soldiers' Pay Addressed
Knox expresses the President's regret that a communication regarding rations was initiated by the officers and men of the Legion rather than by Wayne himself. A statement by the commanding general is …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Quartermaster to Pay Off Debts
Quartermaster General to travel to Pittsburgh to pay off all debts to contractors.
James Robertson PapersQuarter Master Responsibilities
Secretary Knox is replying to a letter from James O'Hara, and is pleased to hear that he will be able to perform the duties of Quartermaster. He believes Major Craig should have appropriate pay to the …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.Purchasing Cavalry Horses
Secretary Knox asks Colonel Shelby to assist in the purchase of horses for the cavalry.
The Isaac Shelby P.-Jacobs CollectionPurchases for Hospital Department
Supply Order, directs supply purchase for hospital department.
Gilder Lehrman Collection.Provisions, Plans, Powder, and Pay
It is assuredly most wise to begin laying up forage and provisions and salting meat in preparation for the coming winter. Without further intelligence, it does not seem prudent to begin an expedition …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Provisioning Needs of Western Garrisons
Knox provides Hamilton with a detailed assessment of the provisioning needs of all the posts on the frontier. Posts such as Fort Knox and Fort Franklin will be isolated during the winter and therefore …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Proving Powder, Questions on Casting Arms
Recommends proving each cask of powder as it arrives. Asks about Turnbull and Marnie casting a few tons of shot.
James Robertson PapersProve Shot
Expressed disappointment in poor shot, advised proving shot before order is cast. Request receipts from order.
James Robertson PapersProve Shot
Orders to prove shot to be delivered by Turnbull and Marnie. Clothing to be forwarded after recruits are clothed.
James Robertson PapersProtection of Washington County
Urgency of dispatching scouts to Washington County. Congress to authorize offensive action by militia.
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)Protection of the Frontier
Advice on preparing settlers for attack by Indians. Congress to approve offensive action by military for protection of settlers and frontier territory.
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)Protection of southern frontier of Virginia
Secretary Knox discusses with the Governor of Virginia the militia call up and pay, along with the protection of Virginia's frontier. President Washington will concur in every reasonable measure for …
Gilder Lehrman Collection.Protection of Frontier
Congress to discuss war and peace with Chiccamagas. Only defensive action by state to be taken in dealing with Indians.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersProper Use of Cavalry Horses
Letter, discusses potential misappropriation of cavalry horses: one for the aide de camp, one for a servant. Knox is apt to think this is a mistake, and asks that the horses be returned to the troop. …
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Promise of Increased Wages; appointment as Deputy Quarter Master General
Discusses Craig's duties and inadequate pay, with promises to increase wages.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndProcurement of equipment and route of travel
Because of the remoteness of Captain Preston's situation, SecretaryKnox forwards money for personal equipment, and one month's pay for the men. Equipment will be transported to Pittsburgh by Major …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes Collection
