Henry Knox
2405 documents
[Duplicate] Appointment to be Forwarded
Capt. William Lowther declined appointment, therefore Knox enclosed appointment letter for William Preston with request for document to be forwarded.
Elizabeth F. Dowes Collecdtion[Circular] Notification of Pay
Details of how scouts for Ohio County would be paid in the future with orders to pay scouts for previous service.
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)[A Copy] Advised Dispatch of Scouts
Travels of Indians incited Knox to advise immediate dispatch of scouts to protect frontier settlers.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersYellow Fever epidemic and events abroad
From near Philadelphia, discusses the timing of sending correspondence. Reports the disorder in Philadelphia [Yellow Fever epidemic] in a few days more will be like a summer's dream gone and hopes …
[Empty Placeholder Collection for Incomplete Collection Associations.]William Wilson, interpreter of Delaware and Shawanese tongues
Interpreter Wilson was supposed to be at Philadelphia, but he has not arrived, nor is there any word. Commissioners have commenced journey and will rendezvous at Niagara. Very important that Wilson …
James Robertson PapersWhether Officers' Families Entitled to Quarters
Has not heard from Major General Wayne. Mentions dispatches borne by Ensign Morgan. It would afford satisfaction to be able to legally direct that officers' families be furnished with quarters, but …
James Robertson PapersWayne to Continue War Preparations While Not Antagonizing Indians; Reasons for Not Launching Supporting Movement
Wayne is to continue to make appropriate preparations for war without unduly alarming the Indians, thereby rendering the position of the peace Commissioners dangerously precarious. The reasons are …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Water transportation for the Indian Chiefs and Captain Prior
Knox asks that Craig furnish Captain Prior and the Indian Chiefs under his care the means of transportation by water from Pittsburgh to Fort Washington. Make their accommodations safe and comfortable.
James Robertson PapersWarrant to Pay Zebulon Pike
Order to pay Samuel Meredith with remaining balance from recruiting services.
Arthur G. Mitten CollectionWarrant Signed for Money Due Virginia
Notification that warrant authorizing payment to Virginia was signed.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersWarrant Drawn for Quartermaster's Department
A warrant for $500.00 drawn in favor of Hodgdon from the Treasury. Money is for the Quartermaster's Department. Knox requested Hodgdon send money to Isaac Craig "tomorrow".
Northwest Territory PapersWar Dept. Personnel Issues
Knox addresses personnel issues including pay (the paymaster is finally on site), promotions, reductions in force, pay raises, and training. Several Wabash chiefs have died of smallpox.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Violation of Sovereignty of U.S.
Discussed French privateers that sailed from Boston harbor. Knox noted that the Governors patriotism would lead him to support and enforce the law.
Charles Roberts Autograph CollectionVerification of Reduction in Force
The President has requested that the Collector, Inspector, and Warden board the British ship "Jane" and verify whether the reduction in force nas actually been carried out as specified to the British …
W. M. Hornor CollectionVacancy in the Office of Adjutant General & Invoices for Stores
Knox requests that Wayne fill the office of Adjustant General which is again vacant. Th case of Dr. Scott is referred to him to take whatever action he deems appropriate. Invoices for various stores …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Use of Militia Against Privateers
Letter, describes measures to prevent foreign arms and aggression; discusses fitting and manning vessels as privateers; discusses neutrality of United States; mentions militia.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersUpdate on Indian Treaty and Intelligence
Submitted instructions issued to the commissioners appointed to "treat" with the Indians North of the Ohio river. Their report of the proceedings, return of the troops, and intelligence gathered by …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dTreaty Negotiations; Hopes for Leniency Toward Deserter
Treaty negotiations will be held on the St. Dusky [Sandusky] River to determine once and for all whether or not there will be war with the Indians. A deserter named Richardson is the son of worthy …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Transportation of Arms
Directs arms & accoutrements for Georgia magazine; directs cleaning muskets & bayonets. States muskets should not come from Charlottesville manufacturer.
Gilder Lehrman Collection.Training and Payment of Troops
Swan's Arrival for Payment of Troops. Recruiting and pay grade addressed, Knox optimistic that the increased training of troops would make them more effective and professional than militia.
Anthony Wayne PapersToo Late to Begin Offensive Operations; State of Payment & Recruitment
Because the peace negotiations consumed so much time, it is too late in the year to begin offensive operations. The choice of location for winter quarters is left to Wayne. Not more that 400 recruits …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3
