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Regarding Censure for Lack of Preparations and Tardiness of Stever
Hodgdon notes that he is happy to state that no censure is due to any involved in preparing or transporting public stores. Stever alone was tardy, and he will be refused any further employment by way …
James Robertson PapersRegarding case of Michael Stevor
Samuel Hodgdon will inquire into the case of Michael Stevor and will be punished if he deserves it.
James Robertson PapersProcurement of equipment and route of travel
Because of the remoteness of Captain Preston's situation, SecretaryKnox forwards money for personal equipment, and one month's pay for the men. Equipment will be transported to Pittsburgh by Major …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionProcedures for Invalid Payments
The Comptroller of the Treasury states that pension payments have not been made correctly, and asks Secretary Knox to please correct the list by which Thomas Smith makes his payments.
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers, MSS.Petition of Samuel B. Turner
In considering the petition of Samuel B. Turner, Knox wrestles with the question as to whether a prisoner of the Indians should receive full pay and emoluments while in captivity and also be rembursed …
Transcribed Reports and Communications Transmitted by the Executive Branch to the Senate, 1789-1819. (RG46) (M1257, Rolls 1-3)Payment of Arrearages of Pensions
The sums allowed to invalids for arrearages of pensions are regulated by circumstances and are intended to be in full to the day of the date of the certificate in each case. From that day also it was …
Settled Miscellaneous Treasury Accounts, Sept. 7, 1790 - Sept 29, 1894. (RG217) (M235)Orders to Negotiate with Confederacy of Indians
Orders to collaborate with Wilkinson on mission to Miami village to deliver speech written to inspire fear in the hostile Indians. Confederation of Indians believed to be extensive, Knox advised …
Archive Reports 1891Orders from Secretary of War
Public service requires that recruits be assembled on frontier without delay. March under one of the subalterns all the men except for small recruiting party. March men to mouth of Great Henhawa …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionOrders for deployment to Georgia
Major Henry Gaither is to deploy with his Legion troops to Georgia. His main mission is to prevent the incursion of small parties of violent Creek Indians. Mentions Treaty of New York of August 1790 …
[Empty Placeholder Collection for Incomplete Collection Associations.]Notification of Clothing Order
Clothing ordered for troops, to be forwarded to New York by way of Amboy New Jersey, addressed to Melancton Smith.
Bezaleel Howe PapersMoney to Discharge Engagements
Samuel Hodgdon has forwarded a sum of money to enable Craig to discharge engagements with former Quarter Master General.
James Robertson PapersMarching orders to Point Pleasant
Secretary Knox orders Captain Preston to commence the march for Point Pleasant, at the mouth of Great Henhawa River. Route will begin at Green Briar Court House under escort of Captain Gibson's …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionLetter and Invoice of Stores Since Last Return
Received letter and invoice of stores since last return.
James Robertson PapersKnox discusses disbursing and accounting matters with Chapin
Letter, directs provisions for Six Nations; discusses supplying individual Indians; directs regarding account vouchers; remarks that physician bills exorbitant. Directs Chapin to use more economy in …
Henry O'Reilly CollectionKnox directs Chapin regarding Indian affairs
Letter, Knox directs that Chapin ensure messages be delivered to hostile Indians; Knox directs Red Jacket be sent to War Office; alludes to Indian delegation.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionJoseph Sharp charged by Caleb Swan Paymaster to the Army with contempt of the Commanding General to be tried by Court Martial
John Wade Judge Advocate, informs Joseph Sharp that he has been charged by Caleb Swan, Paymaster to the Army, with contempt of the Commanding General and is to be tried by Court Martial in the West …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Invitation by President to Visit Philadelphia
Reiteration of invitation to visit Philadelphia to discuss welfare of Indians.
Archive Reports 1891Inspection of Shot and Shell
Colonel Procter has returned from inspecting shot and shells cast by Patrick Campbell at Loudon and Mount Pleasant furnaces. A considerable part is on the way to Pittsburg.
James Robertson PapersIndian relations and possibility of offensive operations
Secretary Knox writes the Indian commissioner. Explains President Washington's policies regarding Indian affairs. Does not anticipate offensive operations against Indians during current year, but does …
[Empty Placeholder Collection for Incomplete Collection Associations.]Increased Troops
Notification of letter from counties received and taken under advisement by President. Troops to increase in number for protection of frontier. Scouts and rangers to provide intelligence on Indians.
Executive CommunicationsGeneral Orders to Cease Offensive Hostilities
Hostilities to cease, Commandants to receive flags and await further orders.
Archive Reports 1891Forwarding of Clothing
Clothing has gone forward. Deficiency of blankets and shoes for old troops, which will be forwarded.
James Robertson PapersForwarded report from Board of Treasury
Knox forwards a report from the Board of Treasury to Colonel Edward Carrington. Carrington intends to use the information to aid the claim of Nathaniel Greene's widow.
Henry Knox Papers.
