Henry Knox
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Secretary at War discusses status of stores with Major Craig
Knox directs the allocation of funds and supplies in support of current operations.
Isaac Craig PapersSchedule of Payments Made at the Requisition of the Quartermaster General.
A schedule of the payments made at the requisition of the Quartermaster General.
Northwest Territory Collection, M367Sayre meeting with Knox
Knox will meet with Sayre at his office the next day at one o'clock.
Handwritten TranscriptsSale of Bonds Receipt
Certification that Knox sold 2 shares of stock in the Bank of the United States.
Conarroe Collection HSP Collection #146 (NUCMC 60-1616)Rules Governing Ship Building
For foreign vessels, the purchase of arms and munitions to be shipped elsewhere for arming vessels is admissible, but modifying or building a ship of war isinadmissible due to U.S. state of …
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersRules Governing French Vessels in U.S. Ports
Explanation of rules regarding the arrival of "prizes" on French vessels in U.S. ports.
Dreer CollectionRifles from Lancaster
Knox discusses the prospect of obtaining at least one thousand rifles from Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Papers of Major General Edward HandReturns of Ordnance and Military Stores; the Matter of Craig's Compensation
Received returns of ordnance and military stores. Asks for monthly returns. Addresses Craig's rate of compensation. Does not believe Craig entitled to separate compensation for erection of block …
James Robertson PapersResults from the Negotiations with Hostile Indians
Indians from Upper Ohio wanted to draw boundary line at the Ohio River which was not acceptable to Commissioners who ended the negotiations.
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)Restoration of the Ship "Ann and Susan" to Its Owners
Knox orders that the passengers be liberated and the property on board the illegally captured ship "Ann and Susan" be restored to its owners. The ship was captured contrary to the provisions of the …
RG 1300 Executive PapersRestitution of Prizes Captured by Privateers Illegally Fitted Out
Knox orders that any prizes brought into U. S. ports by foreign belligerents should be restored to those persons who were the owners at the time of capture. If those persons cannot be found, the …
RG 1300 Executive PapersResponse to Quartermaster General
Secretary Knox has received the Quartermaster General's list of articles, and they will be duly considered with an application to the Secretary of Treasury for the necessary funds. Mentions purchase …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.Response to Indian Violence
Knox notes that Blount's decision to order protection of Cumberland settlements was proper. Cannot determine the effect of the outrages of the lower Creeks in Georgia. Mentions that Indian Agent for …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dRequesting continued restraint, status of arms shipments, and orders to Captain Constant Freeman
Knox confirms that Telfair's letters have been submitted to President of United States General George Washington. Knox asks for restraint; hopes that those can committed crimes at Traders Hill can be …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dRequest to Transmit Money to Major Craig at Pittsburg
Transmit to Major Craig at Pittsburg $2500 for the Quarter Master General's Department.
Northwest Territory PapersRequest to Forward Letter to Lieutenant Robert Thompson
Request to forward letter to Lieutenant Robert Thompson at Pittsburg.
James Robertson PapersRequest for Sending of Arms, Accoutrements, Ammunition & Clothing for Recruits
Directs that arms, ammunition, accoutrements, & clothing be sent to a man in Lancaster, with an equal amount to go to Carlisle [presumably Pennsylvania in both cases]. These are intended for the …
Knollenberg Collection, Group 26;Series 1Request for Report on Ship Repairs
Orders to ascertain information on repairs made to British ship now in port of Philadelphia, to determine whether it is being fitted as a merchant vessel or a vessel of war. The ship is identified as …
FO 5/2 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence: Series II, 1793, Consuls for John Temple, Phineas Bond,Request for payment to Samuel Meredith, Treasurer United States
Requests that Lieutenant William Marts of 2d Sub Legion of United States, make payment to Samuel Meredith, Treasurer United States, for monies received for recruiting service.
Northwest Territory PapersRequest for Issue of Clothing to Knoxville
Directs the sending of soldiers' clothing to Knoxville, if possible via water routes as far as Richmond, Virginia.
Knollenberg Collection, Group 26;Series 1Request for Interpreter of Shawanese and Delaware tongue
Knox asks about a man at Fort Pitt, who was an excellent interpreter of Shawanese and perhaps Delaware tongue. Hodgdon forgot his name. He serves as boat pilot on Ohio River. Knox wants to employ …
James Robertson PapersRequest for Cases
Governor requests that all future cases be brought before judicial tribunal instead of the federal government pursuing cases.
Executive Papers of Correspondence, 1793, Josiah BartlettRequest for Assistance of Militia
Speaking on behalf of the President, Know addressed issues on uniforms, captured ships, and detaining captured soldiers.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors Letters
