Timothy Pickering
544 documents
Indian Relations and Peace on Frontier
Sections of letters from Gov. Blount were given to Congress for informative purpose. President awaits results of deliberations regarding trade with Indians. Defense of frontier financed. All …
James Robertson PapersIndian Hostilities
Opinion on Indian hostilities and white hunters invading Indian hunting grounds on the north west side of the Ohio River.
Dreer CollectionIndian Goods
Quoted speech made by the Sec. of War to Chickasaw chiefs in Philadelphia regarding Indian goods given to promote/negotiate lasting peace.
James Robertson PapersHostilities Between Chickasaws and Creeks
The interim Secretary of War faults the Chickasaws for the last conflict between the Chickasaw and Creeks. The U.S. will not support the Chickasaw. Transportation of supplies to be given to Chickasaws …
David Henley Papers, 1791-1817Horse, Saddle, and Bridle for Henry Abeel
Since Henry Abeel is returning to his own country, Pickering wants him decently equipped with a horse, saddle, and bridle. The horse should be one of the hardiest on hand and well shod. When the horse …
U.S. War Department PapersHauling of the Residue
The hauling of the residue may be postponed. Mr. Humphreys will take them to his shed at the ship yard and have them dressed by his hands on rainy days. If dressed, they have to be stored.
Timothy Pickering PapersGoods for the Chickasaws and Choctaws
Nothing remains to be procured for the Chickasaws and Choctaws except some steel to accompany the blacksmith and some gunsmith tools. Pickering will write Colonel Carrington to ask him to procure the …
Timothy Pickering PapersGoods for the Chickasaws
It appears that the Chickasaw goods should have arrived in time for Mr. Foster to take with him if Ricard the wagoner had done his duty. Enclosed is a list of articles delivered from the stores at …
Timothy Pickering PapersFurnishing supplies to the Chickasaw and Choctaw Indians
Timothy Pickering, interim Secretary of War, reports that Mr. A. Foster can furnish supplies to the Chickasaw and Choctaw tribes at a cheaper rate for the government. President Washington promised to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Furlough Granted to Captain Dale
Pickering informs Captain Dale that the President has granted him a furlough so long as Dale returns from China in time to take command of his frigate.
Timothy Pickering PapersForwarding Stodder's Letter Regarding Construction of the Frigates
Pickering forwards David Stodder's letter regarding construction of the frigates. Pickering wishes all the builders to freely communicate their ideas, believing this will lead to the improvement of …
Joshua Humphreys CorrespondenceForwarding of Suggestions for Frigate Construction & Beam Preservation
Letter, encloses Humphrey's suggestions regarding Frigates; discusses method to preserve beams.
Josiah Fox PapersForwarding of Suggestion for Obtaining Lumber
Letter, describes Humphreys' idea regarding the procurement of timber.
Josiah Fox PapersForeign Relations
Statements of Home and Moore required for investigation into the capture of British seamen.
FO 5/10 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.Finding an Inspector
Pickering wants an Inspector to assess the newly arrived 24-pounder so as avoid the embarassment caused by the previous method.
Timothy Pickering PapersFinancial Reimbursement for State Expenses
The Secretary at War discusses the protection of the Kentucky frontier with Governor Shelby. Kentucky is seeking financial reimbursement from the federal government for military expenditures. …
Miscellaneous File, 1800-1917. (RG94)Filling the Office of Secretary of State
Pickering, currently serving as both Secretary of State and Secretary of War, discusses his reluctance to accept the office of Secretary of State on a permanent basis but he feels it is his patriotic …
Alexander Hamilton PapersExportation of Military Stores
Enclosed is the permit which authorizes the exportation of military stores on the same vessel in which Colonel Humphreys is about to embark.
Timothy Pickering PapersExpenses of the Springfield Armory, Etc.
The amount of Thomas Holt's estimate should be paid to Mr. Perkins. Hodgdon should send the estimate of the amount wanted at the Springfield Armory along with the documents upon which that estimate …
Timothy Pickering Papers
