William Irvine Papers
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Abandonment of the Territory of the State
Governor Mifflin expresses his strong objections to the abandonment of a great portion of the territory of his State to the Six Nations of Indians as provided for by the Council held at Fort Le Beouf.
William Irvine PapersRecommending Ensign McCutcheon
The authors recommend Ensign McCutcheon for appointment as an officer in the artillery of the U.S.
William Irvine PapersOpposing the Town at Presqu' Isle
Pickering responds to Governor Mifflin's declaration that a town is needed at Presque Isle to provide a garrison for state troops to supplement the federal garrison at Fort Le Boeuf. He lists the …
William Irvine PapersManning the Post at Presqu' Isle
Governor Mifflin responds to Pickering's opposition to the post at Presque Isle by explaining how it could be adequately manned by state militia paid by the General Government.
William Irvine PapersJustifying a Garrison at Presque Isle
Governor Mifflin lists five justifications for establishing a garrison of state troops at Presque Isle while keeping the federal troops at Fort Le Boeuf. He views this as the best means of defending …
William Irvine PapersEstablishing the Post at Presqu' Isle
Governor Mifflin provides his instructions for the establishment of the post at Presque Isle.
William Irvine PapersErection of Posts at Franklin and Le Boeuf
Pickering alerts Colonel Butler that Governor Mifflin has given his approval for the erection of posts at Franklin and Le Boeuf and urges haste in doing so in order to have them completed before …
William Irvine PapersDirections for the Factor of the Southern Trading Posts
Pickering provides detailed instructions for James Byers, the new factor of the southern trading posts, and emphasizes the General Government's policy of treating the Indians with fairness and …
William Irvine PapersBlock Houses & Garrisons at Franklin & Le Beouf
Pending approval by the Pennsylvania State Legislature of the cession of land, Governor Mifflin gives his support for the erection of block houses and garrisons at Fort Franklin and Fort Le Boeuf.
William Irvine PapersRecommendation of William Henderson
General Irvine recommends William Henderson for appointment as a regimental commander.
William Irvine PapersPublic Officers Are Returning to the City
Hodgdon happily observes that public officers, including General Washiington and Colonel Hamilton, are returning to Philadelphia and the city has come alive as a result.
William Irvine PapersHindrance of the Business of the War Office
Hodgdon tells General Irvine that if he cannot exchange the silver for bank notes, he should keep it until some other arrangement can be made. The poor health of the Secretary of War [McHenry] …
William Irvine PapersGuns for St. Clair's Expedition, Etc.
Hodgdon has not received instructions respecting the building at Carlisle and he notes that it will take time to obtain the materials to make the necessary repairs. The sickness [fever] has affected …
William Irvine PapersDuties of the Accountant and the Superintendent of Military Stores
Steele explains the responsibilities and duties of the Accountant of the War Department and of the Superintendent of Military Stores.
William Irvine PapersEmployment for John Kincaid
John Kincaid has no immediate employment so it was suggested he see Captain Elliot about assisting with the erection of public buildings in Philadelphia. However, he was not interested and is …
William Irvine PapersAssisting Turbulent Young Men
Writing for his son who is ill, General Irvine observes that the two men acting as sergeants may not be able to provide adequate assistance to Lieutenant Wolstencraft so he suggests another officer …
William Irvine PapersLetter Citation
Cited in Simmons to House, 01/06/1801. Due to illness, General Irvine's son has retreated to a warmer climate in Charleston until Spring. In the meantime, the barracks occupied by his Company has been …
William Irvine PapersBarracks Unfit for Habitation
Both the attending physician and the barrack master, Mr. Barker, affirm that the barracks are not fit to be inhabited.
William Irvine Papers
