Thomas Butler
46 documents
Treaty with the Cherokee Nation of Indians
Articles of a Treaty between the United States and the Cherokee Indians.
Transcribed Treaties and Conventions Advised and Ratified by the Senate. (RG46) (M200, Roll 2)Transport of the Articles Enclosed to Mr. Laffe, Etc.
Butler admits that he should have written to the Secretary of War on the subject of the transport of the articles enclosed to Mr. Laffe but he is confident that Hodgdon will direct the wagons of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Obstacles to Becoming a Commissioner
Referring to the probability that he might be appointed as one of the commissioners to hold a treaty with the Cherokees, Butler argues that the representatives of his country would oppose such an …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Managing the People Removed from Indian Land
Butler expresses approval of the executive's appointment of commissioners to hold a treaty with the Cherokee Indians. They will be able to make a report on on the lands which the United States may …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)George Washington to Command Once More the Armies of the United States
Butler rejoices at the prospect that George Washington will once more assume command of the Army of the United States.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Bill Drawn in My Favor
Enclosed is a bill drawn in Butler's favor for $428.95 which Hodgdon should pay to William Laffe for stores and other articles purchased for Butler's use.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Treaty Allocations for Roads
Tellico Treaty, Kentucky Treaty, and Holsten Treaty cited in reference to the building of permanent roads from northern and southern settlements in the U.S. Difficulties building roads due to …
Correspondence by AuthorElection and Personal Business
Butler wants the news from Philadelphia so he can ascertain what face Pennsylvania put on respecting the election of electors. Asks for some clothing to be made for his daughters.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
