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Speech of Richard Butler
Speech made to Captain Beal regarding Indians and U.S. disputes over land with overtones of peace.
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Appointment of Richard Butler as superintendent of Indian Affairs for the Southern District
Nomination of Richard Butler to superintendent of Indian Affairs for the Southern District.
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Warmest Sympathies Expressed
Knox offered sincere sympathy for injuries sustained by Butler in the service of his country.
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To the Chiefs and Warriors of the Six Nations
Speech alludes to transmission of items to Congress, recommendations of peace, and advised Indians to maintain control over their people to prevent hostilities against white settlers.
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Speech Regarding Land Disputes
Butlers speech addressed Indians of North Western territory regarding land disputes and settlement of boundary between the U.S. and the Six Nations. Recounted past treaties. Butler notified the Six …
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[United States ratification of the Treaty of Fort Harmer]
Articles outline boundary line between U.S. and Six Nations and determined separate lands held by each of the Indian Nations. U.S. to enforce law and punishment for all violations mentioned herein. …
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Circular Letter from the Secretary of War to the County Lieutenants of the Frontier Counties of Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Kentucky
Authorization to employ militia in response to the situation in Ohio County. Enclosed pay and ration schedule for militia and rangers. Details on payment, supply, and activity of those volunteering …
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EXTRACT: Letter from Wayne on Protection of Frontier
Wanye demanded Westmoreland be protected by erecting posts or sending patrols.
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Employment of Scouts
Two scouts employed for the protection of frontiers of Washington County, more to be engaged. Scouts will have to be deployed in parties of three or more.
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