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Traveling Expenses
Enclosed traveling expenses of the Secretary of War. Expenses incurred visiting military posts. Charges still pending;
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Regarding the Indian War
McClure reflects on some of the effects of the Indian War, including the effect on emigration to the Western Territory. He worries that the pace of settlement will be faster than the transmission of …
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Orders for deployment to Georgia
Major Henry Gaither is to deploy with his Legion troops to Georgia. His main mission is to prevent the incursion of small parties of violent Creek Indians. Mentions Treaty of New York of August 1790 …
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Letter to the Secretary of War
Letter from Monsieur Beauvoir to Secretary Knox, written in French. Beauvoir makes mention of the island of St. Dominque, held by the French.
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Letter to Governor Blount from Cherokee Chiefs
Chief Breath writes the Governor of the Southwest Territory, William Blount. Makes reference to a letter sent to Bloody Fellow. Insists that the chiefs making efforts to stop the young from going to …
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Letter of Instruction to Mr. Howell
Wolcott, the Comptroller, issues instructions on handling Army finances to Howell, the Commissioner of Army Accounts;
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Instructions to the Paymaster General
Wolcott provides detailed instructions to Swan who is the newly appointed Paymaster General to the Troops of the United States.
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Indian relations and possibility of offensive operations
Secretary Knox writes the Indian commissioner. Explains President Washington's policies regarding Indian affairs. Does not anticipate offensive operations against Indians during current year, but does …
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Enclosed Appointment
Due to the refusal of another officer, Knox enclosed the appointment of Capt. William Preston which Knox requested Moore give to him.
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Assignment of Doctor Thomas Fairly
Doctor Thomas Fairly assigned to service in Georgia to remain with troops.
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Accounts Respecting Expenditures by the War Department
Howell is required to transmit accounts relating to expenditures charged by the Treasurer to the War Department respecting pay, subsistence, bounties, recruiting, and incidental expenses.
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Enclosed several reports relative to removal of Indian tribes from land desired by the U.S. along with the offers made to them by Maj. Freeman.
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Yellow 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 …
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Promotion of Cornelius Sedam to Captain
President of United States, with advice and consent of senate, has promoted Sedam to Captain in 1st Sub Legion in service of United States, vice Captain Montfort, killed 23 April 1792.
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Letter from the Secretary of War
The men intended for a rifle company are to be mustered accordingly. Mentions the Secretary of the Treasury.
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Request and Instructions for Sending Rifles
Request to forward rifles to Carlisle, addressing the shipment to Richard Parker, public storekeeper. If Parker is absent, shipment should be directed to Capt. Sparks.
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Power of Attorney
Reminded Ross he has power of attorney over Sinclair's accounts. Sinclair looked for updates as to the proceedings his attorney engaged in on his behalf.
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Major Craig informs Secretary at War of outbreak of Whiskey Rebellion
Major Craig sends his account of local events that resulted in the death of federal troops and the burning of General Neville's home to the Secretary at War.
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[CIRCULAR] Pensioners and Invalids
Secretary of War notified Hamilton that more pensioners were to be added to pension list. Hamilton notified Gardner that Gen. Knox will write Gardner with instruction on what to do with the names of …
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Recruiting and Pay
Pay and clothing for Rickard's company are on their way. Men whose term with the military ends and who do not renew their contract are to receive civilian clothing and some money. Pickering advises …
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Chickasaw Goods from Pittsburgh to Nashville
The interim Secretary of War requests information from the Commissary of Military Stores regarding the carriage of Chickasaw goods from Pittsburgh to Nashville, specifically the weight.
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Preparation for Speech to Congress
Washington refrains from commenting on the enclosure McHenry sent until he can do so in person. He also reminds McHenry that he wants a list of things to mention to Congress in his speech at the …
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Muster and Pay Rolls Enclosed
Dayton sends Simmons the muster and pay rolls for the detachment under his command.
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