Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)
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Quartermaster Report; Reports Intent to Erect Post with Natchez
Encloses monthly returns for quartermaster stores. Announces arrival of Captain Rickard with news from General Wilkinson, requesting cash for recruiting. Reports visit from Dr. Powel [Powell] of the …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Quartermaster Report
Forwards quarterly returns of quartermaster stores.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Quarterly Return of Tennessee Quartermaster Stores, July-Sept. 1799
Forwards quarterly returns for July, August, and September with the Quartermaster's Department for the state of Tennessee.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Provides Information about Vouchers, Prepares Colonel Butler for Philadelphia
Forwards vouchers of Captain Rickards to pay his company from October 1794 to June 1795. Forwards abstracts and vouchers from his office. Reports Colonel Butler's departure for Philadelphia.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Presents Concern over Bill to Thomas Butler
Received bill for Thomas Butler. Claims misunderstanding due to delay of payment. Requests direction.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Pleased with Indian Translator Mr. Thompson and Efforts to Restore Horses in Possession of Little Turkey; High Hopes for Meeting of Creek Nation
Approves Mr. Thompson as interpreter to Mr. Maclin. Hopes talk will have good effect and that Little Turkey will restore stolen horses. Hopes that all property will be returned in good condition.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Outlines Recent Postal Activity
Henley received Wilkinson's letter of May 20th on the 27th. He delayed the express rider who brought it until the Mail came so that he could send back various parcels, newspapers, and letters with …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Monthly Returns for Quarter Master Stores
Forwards monthly returns of Quartermaster stores to US troops for September and October 1799.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Money and Claims of Colonel Roberts
Henley replies to Childress' letter of May 20. He cannot accept the money at present, but may need it in the future. He also addresses Childress' query about the claim of Colo. Roberts, and mentions …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)List of Supplies for Lieutenant Cole Butler's Troops
Sends returns of clothing, quartermaster stores, and stationary for troops under Lieutenant Cole Butler. Includes lists of items.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Letters for the Commanding Officer at Head Quarters
Informs the commanding officer of the accompanying packet of letters for the Commanding Officer at Head Quarters and other persons.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Instructions for Packing, Transporting, and Receiving Supplies
Henley has just received a much needed delivery, and sends Hodgdon some instructions for further loads. He would like notice in advance when shipments are coming. Reverend Bullen's travel to the …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Information about Returning Stolen Horses
Refers to horses stolen prior to the previous treaty. Believes that the U.S. should pay for those horses one last time. Promises to write to the Secretary of State to make those arrangements. Requests …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Importance of Good Settlers to Maintain Good Indian Relations
Reports that all public business is in good order. Heavy rains have detained shipment to Mr. Hooker. The South West Point ferry is not adequate. Wants to rent land to appropriate farmers of good …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Forwards Rations, Quartermaster Supplies, and Stationary for August 1799
Forwards rations, quartermaster supplies, and stationary issued for the month of August.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Forwards Quartermaster Estimates; Requests Latest Congressional Law and Cherokee Treaty
Forwards estimate of money wanted by the Quartermaster's Department. Requests copy of current Congressional records and most recent treaty with the Cherokees. Reports tranquility and good order.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Forwards Packet of Letters from Natchez Territory
Forwards packet of papers from Natchez Territory.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Forwards Packages from Natchez
Forwards two packages from the Natchez territory.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Forwards Package from Natchez Territory
Received previous letter. Forwards two packages from Natchez Territory.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Expresses Concern about John Chisolm's Illegal Record-Keeping
John Chisolm was found guilty of "the basest conduct in altering his Receipts." Believes Chisolm to be "unworthy of public Confidence." Knows of no way to secure the public debt. Hopes to prosecute …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Expresses Concern about Indians Stealing Horses and War Dept. Response
Expresses concern about Indians plundering and stealing horses and causing problems for neighbors. If the Indians want horses, they should raise horses and range for them in order to instill honor for …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Expresses Concern about Cherokees Returning Stolen Horses
Expresses appreciation for Standing Turkey's advice to other chiefs of the Cherokee nation as a good example. Refers to Little Turkey's recommendation to return all stolen horses, but would rather …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Explains Reactions to Account of Captain Butler's Continuance for Treaty with Cherokees
Encloses Captain Butler's report as part of his continuance as commissioner of a treaty with the Cherokees. Raises a few questions about past reports, to which Captain Butler objects.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Encloses Public Records; Reports Efforts with Major Lewis to Settle Indian Claims
Encloses copy of public books. Reports visit with Major Lewis, Cherokee agent, to settle Indian claims.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Efforts to Deal with Cherokees and Horse Thievery
Refers to the many serious complications in Cumberland with the Cherokees stealing horses. Sent Zackfield Maclin to the Cherokees and to the Creeks to collect stolen horses, who was unsuccessful in …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)
