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Reimbursement
General government approved of Virginia's calling up of militia to protect frontiers. Virginia will be reimbursed.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersRegrets Resignation of Brigadier General Josiah Harmar
Expresses regret at resignation of Brigadier General Harmar, as he esteems him as a good officer.
Alfred T. Goodman PapersRegarding Men Called to Action
Discusses orders from Gov. of Virginia to call out fifty men. Contract secured to supply men.
George R. Clark PapersRecommendation of Major's Brother
Letter of introduction for Major's brother who was to visit Philadelphia shortly. Discusses politics of recent expedition of troops to Indian territory, treatment of Indians, and reconciliation with …
D. McClure PapersRecommendation of John Davis, Etc.
Relative to Dr. Bond's friend John Davis, he notes that if Hodgdon will take him by the hand it will be gratefully remembered. Hodgdon may feel confident in Davis's industry, sobriety, and integrity …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Received Ordnance, Quartermaster, and Clothing Return
Ordnance, Quartermasters, and clothing returns received. Once Major Clarke's battalion is complete with recruits, Knox expects muster rolls.
James Robertson PapersReceipts of Gibson, Powers, and Slough
Enclosed is Colonel [Alexander] Gibson's receipt for $975.20 as well as Capt. William Powers' for $374.85 and Capt. [Jacob] Slough's for a like amount. The total sum is $1924.90. Ferguson wants to be …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Receipts from Officers
The nine post notes of the Bank of North America, amounting to $185, shall be applied as directed by Howell . Habersham had not previously transmitted Captain Rudolph's receipts but those will be sent …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Receipt of Letter
In the absence of the Secretary of War, Stagg acknowledges receipt of Hodgdon's letter of 30 August 1791.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Receipt for the Pay of Major Clark's Battalion
Enclosed is Major Clark's receipt for the pay of his Battalion which is the balance of the monies paid to Ferguson for two battalions of the 2nd Regiment of Levies.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Rations at New York
Rendezvous at Middletown, orders to furnish men rations at New York.
Captain John Pratt CollectionRaising 76 Rhode Island troops to add to the new regiment for the Army
Knox informs Governor Fenner that the President has signed an act adding another regiment to the Army to provide further protection for the frontier. Seventy-six soldiers are to be raised from Rhode …
RI Hist Soc MssQuestions about Rations for Discharged Men
Refers to command of the 2nd battalion and relationship with Mr. Ward, quartermaster. Expresses concerns about battalion bills for rations and discharged men.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters ToQuarters for Recruits
Housing for recruits secured in Pittsburgh as time to travel to Ohio river would put them at their destination around Christmas. Money advanced, but Knox stated that all future dispensations would not …
James Robertson PapersPurchase Supplies
Orders to purchase items on enclosed list at lowest price possible.
General CollectionPurchase of Horses, Supply of Troops
Notification of contract with James Marshall for the purchase of horses. Updates on transport of troops and other horses to be purchased.
James Robertson PapersPurchase of 200 Horses, Etc.
Barr has noted the time the agent agreed to purchase 200 horses. After six days Barr is certain that no more than twenty horses have been purchased and that it will be from twenty to thirty days …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Provisions for Companies
Capt Mitt's and Capt. Cass's companies will not leave to defend Ohio river this season, Knox orders quarters, fuel, supplies, and pay to be allocated while the two companies stay over in Pittsburgh.
James Robertson PapersProvisions and Conduct
Enclosed letter and contract for provisions. Purchase of pack-horses at Fort Pitt advisable with consent of Commander-in-Chief and Maj. Gen. Butler. General advice on purchase of provisions and …
General CollectionProtection
Capt. Cushing's troops ordered to remain at Fort Pitt to protect citizens who voiced fears to Governor of Pennsylvania. Reiterates need for immediate construction of picketed block house. Denied …
James Robertson PapersProtecting the Frontier While Seeking Peace
While preparing for the frontier campaign, General Butler reports on efforts to maintain the peace with the Indians.
Samuel Hodgdon LettersProtecting the Frontier
General Butler reports on the measures he has taken to protect the frontier.
Samuel Hodgdon Letters
