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Sargent relays violent incident in Columbia
Letter, discusses pioneers and frontier life; discusses militia; describes Indian aggression; discusses conduct of officers and court martial.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Reports of bad powder
Secretary Knox discusses the report of St. Clair's expedition with the Quartermaster, Samuel Hodgdon. Discusses reports of the bad quality of powder, claiming they are founded in prejudice.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Report from Pittsburgh Regarding Garrison at Fort Fayette
Reports that a small garrison, artillery and infantry descended the Oteo River to Legionville. Cavalry crossed the Allegheny Mountains.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Return of Shot and Shell; Reams of Paper; Need for Oil
Encloses return of shot and shell received of Messieurs Patrick and Torrence Campbell. Reams of paper insufficient. Armorers are in need of oil, which is very expensive at Pittsburg post.
James Robertson PapersRecommendations for Military Appointments
Letter, asks for recommendations for military appointments.
Pennsylvania Collection 1629-1970.Order convening General Court Marshall for Mr Sharp
Judge Advocate John Wade on behalf of Brigadier General Wilkerson informs Sharp that he has been charged with contempt of commanding general's orders and will stand before court martial following day.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter to the President of the United States
Letter from the Secretary of War to the President of the United States. Discusses visitors to Mount Vernon along with affairs in France.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Letter from the Reverend Samuel Kirkland to Captain Joseph Brant regarding his accompaniment with Six Nations delegation to Philadelphia
Kirkland informs Captain Brant that the civilization of the various Indian tribes has become an object of attention with general government of United States. Notes that for this policy, should be …
Samuel Kirkland PapersKnox writes to William Tatham in Virginia
Largely illegible letter in which Knox explains that he has been unable to address an issue of Tatham's, and refers him to someone else.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Knox thanks Morris for information provided
Letter, discusses the purpose of Smellie's information.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Knox solicits the application of Hodgdon for newly created position
Letter, alludes to problems identified from St. Clair's campaign; discusses commissary general of military stores.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Knox requests Burr's assistance
Letter, Knox requests that Burr use his influence to persuade an officer who has been offered an appointment.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Knox Informs Williams of Promotion
Letter, advises regarding appointment as Brigadier General.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Knox informs Willett of promotion
Letter, advises re appointment to Brigadier General.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Knox expresses regret to Winthrop Sargent
Letter, discusses non acceptance of appointment to Adjutant and Inspector General; mentions casualties; alludes to St. Clair's campaign and events in France.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Knox attempts to get Willet to reconsider promotion
letter, discusses declining commisssion of Brigadier General; discusses Indian council. Knox assures Willet that the position of Brigadier General will entail little personal hazard.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson makes recommendation for appointment of John Tyler
Letter, recommends John Tyler for military appointment; mentions Presidential vote.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Claims of two soldiers imprisoned at Quebec 1776
Mr. Randolph asks the Paymaster General about the claims of two particular soldiers who were taken prisoner at Quebec in 1776.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Captain Prior and Wabash Indians; Expected Arrival of Cornplanter and Senecas
Captain Prior and party of Wabash Indians with interpreters arrived at the Post and will set off in a few days for Philadelphia. Cornplanter said to be on his way with party of Senecas.
James Robertson PapersSettlement with troops
Has settled with Sergeant Bennett. Encloses account of John Robert. Will get the witness sworn as soon as possible. Mr. Scott of Senate will call on Howell and acknowledge rest.
Muster Rolls of Volunteer Organizations: War With Northwest Indians, 1790-1795. (RG94)Seizure of a French Vessel
Citizen Genet has written the Secretary of State on the subject of the seizure of a French vessel by the Governor of New York (George Clinton) because it was armed and manned and prepared to prey on …
Thomas Jefferson PapersRequest for cartouche boxes from Mr Comegy to Samuel Hodgdon
Mr Comegy requests that Samuel Hodgdon order cartouche boxes.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
