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Declined promotion
Colonel Hull advises Secretary Knox of his declining a position that he had previously solicited. Cites his family, wife, and children. Also appears to have been offended that General Brooks was …
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Declined Appointment
With sincere regret Williams declined appointment to Brigadier General due to poor health.
General Otho Williams Papers, MS# 908.de la Roche returns legal documents to Knox
Letter, de la Roche returns an indenture unsigned to Knox.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Dangers of Desertion, Etc.
Two of Morris's recruits, Dodge and Davis, have deserted. Howe warned Morris of the danger of desertion and the loss of premiums but Morris pressed hard so Howe paid them a bounty of $2 each. Howe …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Daily Events at Post of Legion Ville
Wayne recounts details of current peace discussion with Indians and regular update of events at post.
Anthony Wayne PapersCraig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
Major Craig discusses artificers and the settlement of Mr. Turnbull's account with Samuel Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
Craig expresses extreme displeasure over not having received money from Hodgdon.
First Congress: President's Message Transmitting Reports From the Secretary of War to the Senate [1A-E4] (RG46)Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
Craig discusses accounting matters with Hodgdon.
First Congress: President's Message Transmitting Reports From the Secretary of War to the Senate [1A-E4] (RG46)Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
Major Craig discusses the schedule of the charges against the quartermaster department with Hodgdon.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
Major Craig discusses accounting matters pertaining to the ordnance department with Samuel Hodgdon.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Craig discusses funding and currency with Howell
Craig issues receipt for the pay of Captain William Faulkner to Joseph Howell. Craig notes shortfall in Faulkner's pay.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Craig discusses funding and currency with Howell
Isaac Craig confirms receipt of monies sent by Joseph Howell for Captain William Faulkner.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Craig discusses funding and currency with Howell
Craig thanks Howell for making the effort to send smaller bank notes and he also requests some specie to be sent for areas where people are not reconciled to the use of bank notes.
Isaac Craig PapersCover Letter for Gen. Wayne Extract
Secretary of War is happy to meet with Hodgdon. Encloses a letter from General Wayne to Henry Knox.
First Congress: President's Message Transmitting Reports From the Secretary of War to the Senate [1A-E4] (RG46)Cover Letter
Arthur St. Clair refers to an enclosed letter on an unnamed subject. Letter is very veiled, and one cannot guess at the reference he is alluding to.
Arthur St. Clair - MSS9 480 RM - MSS9 479 RM - MSS9 211 RMCost of Supplies, Updates on Current Stores
Cass finally arrived, now making arrangements to send reinforcements to Fort Franklin. Cost estimates by Turnbull and Marnie to be sent to Knox by this post. Enclosed list of stores, noted shortage …
James Robertson PapersContracts with Banks
Discussed newspaper article that cited a contract falsely closed and was not left open for competition.
Edward Carrington Papers.Contracting Work
Crafting of cannons and camp kettles need workmen; orders to contract for labor. Finished items to be forwarded by Major Smiths detachment.
James Robertson PapersContract for Supplying Posts
E&W reference their contract with the secretary of the Treasury for supplies to several posts. Describes the supplies available, and the difficulty of transporting meat to the falls of Muskinghum,
Samuel Smith Papers, Mm 82040469Contingent appointment to Colonel Hull
Secretary Knox makes a contingent offer to appoint Colonel Hull, a Brigadier. The decision of General Brooks to accept appointment will impact the offer made to Hull.
Interleaved Document in Washington Irving's Life of George Washington.Consternation at Reports of Enemy Activity Near Fort Hamilton
Discusses actions around Fort Hamilton -- Lt. Hartshorn left in command there, 3 men from the garrison captured by "the enemy" [presumably Indians], failed pursuit, etc. Defends his leaving a …
John M. Brown & Preston Brown Papers, #105.Confidential Letters Forwarded, Modification to Law on Assembly of Officers Addressed
Highly confidential letters from Wilkinson to be transmitted to Wayne. Proper methods for assembling officers discussed. Mr. James Seagrove made amicable agreement with Creek Indians.
Anthony Wayne PapersComptroller instructions for David Henley, agent in payment of troops
Henley, appointed paymaster of troops, receives instructions for keeping and rendering accounts in his office.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Compensation
Compensation for additional service promised. Updates on forges and clothing.
James Robertson Papers
