George R. Clark Papers
16 documents
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Resolution for establishing boundary lines with Indians
A congressional resolution, signed by Secretary Charles Thomson, establishing and empowering Indian commissioners.
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Boundaries of the United States and Indian lands
Congressional resolution, signed by Secretary Charles Thomson, pertaining to the boundaries of the United States and Indian lands.
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Appointment as Indian Commissioner
Appointment by Congress of George Rogers Clark to be Commissioner for holding a Treaty with Indians.
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Knox transmits Award to Colonel Pickens for actions at Cowpens
Sword given to Pickens for service in the military, bravery, and patriotism.
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[Speech to Indians].
Speech given by General Clark to the Indians in October 1786.
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Orders for Calling Up Scouts
Instructions for calling up scouts, their pay, and other particulars.
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Indian Depredations
Orders received. Updates on supplies. Latest intelligence stated Indians came up Ohio river and took nine boats.
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Regarding Men Called to Action
Discusses orders from Gov. of Virginia to call out fifty men. Contract secured to supply men.
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Need for Arms and Ammunition
Ohio County required arms and ammunition. Ordered delivery of necessary supplies with loan from U.S. Will notify Governor of Virginia of action.
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Overtures of Peace with Indians
Relayed rumors of peace, but any more mismanaged campaigns against Indians could be disastrous. Discussed current campaign against Indians and referenced a successes and failures with dates.
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Indian Land Treaty of 1783
Ownership of land near Great Lakes is erroneous. United States gained the right to claim land through the grant of the King of England, but the Indian Nations decided to revoke that right to claim.
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