Revolution Manuscripts 1814
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Making a settlement directly with the United States; making enquiries upon Baron de Kalb
Richmond writes that he received a letter from Major Allen McLane. McLane wishes to have an advance by the state of Maryland transferred to the United States, so he may make one settlement directly …
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Knox transmits the sword authorized by Congress to Tilghman's widow
The Secretary of War writes a letter of condolence to the widow of Lieutenant Colonel Tench Tilghman, and sends his sword as well.
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Establishing offices to handle land bounty claims and disputes
Knox thanks Carroll for sending him the letter from Governor Howard which expresses Howards wish that the bounties of land that were promised to the former army be transmitted to the respective …
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Preparedness in the event of war with Canada
Secretary McHenry writes Robert Oliver to first ask that his name be kept out of view. The Jay Treaty will be complied with by Great Britain and America compensated for its captured property. …
Revolution Manuscripts 1814
