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Getting to the Battleground
Benham announces that he arrived at Fort Jefferson in the rain. The supplies are still about fifteen miles behind with a small escort. He believes that his route will be difficult until he gets to the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)General Chapin appointed as agent to the Five Nations
Knox informs Chapin of his appointment by the President as temporary deputy agent to the Five Nations.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionFurnish the Bearer
The Secretary of War directs Knox to furnish the bearer a load to Pittsburgh if he knows of no objection against it.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Fowls for Hodgdon & Wilkinson
Since it is disagreeable to walk Smith has taken the liberty of loaning Pricket's gray [horse] to Mr. Garned during his business at Fort Washington. Meanwhile he wants Garned to meet a messenger from …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Fourth of July Celebration
Knox is directed to furnish Col. Thomas Proctor for the celebration of the Fourth of July: 47 flannel cartridges for cannon, 188 pounds of powder, six portfires, and a portion of tubes.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forwarded Post Notes
Money dispensed to settle debts prior to Captain O'Hara's appointment to Quartermaster General.
James Robertson PapersForms & Directions
Secretary of the Treasury Wolcott transmits forms for keeping and rendering Howell's accounts together with six pages of detailed instructions which will hereafter be observed.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forgotten Payment
Sproat forgot to pay Hodgdon for housing. Offer to pay upon application for sum.
First Congress: President's Message Transmitting Reports From the Secretary of War to the Senate [1A-E4] (RG46)For God's Sake, Delay the Money no Longer
Craig laments that Hodgdon has not sent money to discharge the engagements he is under during Hodgdon's administration. Note that for God's sake, he should delay the money no longer
James Robertson PapersFive Hundred Dollars in Post Notes
Carrington has received $500 in post notes of the Bank of the United States brought him by Capt. Smith whose indisposition detained him along the way. This money will be applied according to the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Five Hunderd Dollars for Recruiting
Winston has received Howell's letter of the 15th instant with $500 for the recruiting service. A receipt is enclosed for same.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Faulty Returns and Promises of Land
Poor quality of documents submitted by Virginia has made the payment of soldiers difficult. Promise of land in return for service disputed.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersExpense Reports to be Examined
Reports of costs incurred by Virginia to protect Kentucky received and to be examined.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersEuropean affairs of state
London correspondent describes French victories in Europe. Also describes the government response to Republican movements in London. Mentions reform in House of Commons.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Escort to Fort Franklin, Carmichael's Subsistence, etc.
Britt arrived in Pittsburgh in good order and and will proceed on to Fort Franklin to settle with Capt. Cass and the Indians. Lt. Jeffers' party of Rangers will escort him there and he has waited for …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Equipping Private Burke
Joseph Burke, a private in Capt. Hunt's Company of Infantry should be provided the following articles of clothing: one shirt, one pair of woolen overalls, one pair of shoes, one pair of shoe buckles, …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Ensuing Campaign
The arrangements of the general staff for the ensuing campaign are not yet made but whoever is appointed Quartermaster General will be required instantly to execute the highest activity. All the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)ENCLOSURE: Delivery of National Bank Notes
Bpwyer eceived the $500 in National Bank notes from Hopkins in May. As his business does not allow personal application, asks Hopkins to deliver to Archibald Murray. Has also written the Secretary of …
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)Enclosed vouchers
Encloses vouchers that he hopes will satisfy the Commissioner of Army Accounts. Notes that in the retreat from Canada in 1776, he lost his chest containing clothing, books, and papers. Wyman was a …
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Enclosed Post Notes
Per orders of Secretary of War, Howell enclosed $500.00 of post notes for the Quartermaster's Department. Request receipt.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Letters to Indians
Enclosed letters from Cherokees for the past month. Contains information on movement of various tribes.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersEnclosed Letter to be Forwarded
Knox enclosed letter to Wilkinson, requests Craig forward document.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Letter from Secretary of War, Notification of Receipt
In absence of Secretary of War, Stagg acknowledged receipt of communications from Putnam, Cass[__], and Snow. Invoices for clothing, military, and hospital stores received.
Anthony Wayne PapersEnclosed Letter from Governor Blount
Letter received, to be transmitted to President. Enclosed letter from Blount states contrary information from that stated by Knox in earlier communication.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersEnclosed Letter for Colesworthy
Enclosed letter to Colesworthy, clerk to Hodgdon. Urgency in getting letter to him immediately. Hodgdon's family and General Knox are anxious to hear from him. Pressing matters of signing contractors …
James Robertson Papers
