Extract of Letter
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General Greene's Southern Army
Lincoln expresses sympathy for the sufferings of General Greene's troops. Greene's army entitled to better fare. Mentions the meritorious and gallant exertions of Greene's troops under extreme …
Second Congress: Transcribed Reports and Other Communications Transmitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of the Treasury, 1st Vol. -
Sale of powder in military stores
Discusses the sale of the powder in the military stores of the U.S. Reports that the owner of a store house where artillery carriages are stored is impatient to have them moved out so he can use the …
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859) -
Regarding letter written by John Sullivan to don Dieg de Gardoqui, the encargado de negotios of his most catholick majesty
As a result of the letter written by John Sullivan to don Dieg de Gardoqui, the encargado de negotios of his most catholick majesty, Congress passed resolution that if Sullivan comes within federal …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes Collection -
Guidance on How to Deal with John Sullivan and the Designs of Secession
Knox refers to John Sullivan. He gives guidance on the use of force in dealing with Sullivan. Says he should first represent the criminality of conduct and the intent of United States to prevent such …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes Collection -
Extract from letters of Secretary of War to General Harmar regarding John Sullivan, Don Francisco Cruzat, and relations with Spain
Presumed to be from 19 December 1787 letter begins with the following:...no such design entertained in that country as is insinuated by Mr John Sullivan's letter. Relax nothing of vigilance required …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes Collection -
Describes Activity Surrounding Fort Harmar, French Creek, Preparations for Indian Treaty
Describes journey to French Creek and Captain Heart's work on his garrison and with the Seneca and Munsee. Describes geography. Discusses efforts to prepare for treaty. Refers to provisions and …
Alfred T. Goodman Papers -
Regarding the Protection of the Frontier
The Secretary of War, Henry Knox, acknowledges receiving the letter sent by this group of men from Kentucky and assures them that the President supports both protecting the frontiers against Indian …
Northwest Territory Collection, M367 -
Recommendation for Public Storage of Public Property
Extract of Letter, recommends storage of public property in any place or under charge of any person not officially employed. Reasons that this will protect from instances of embezzlement, fire, and …
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92) -
Instructions to Captain Henry Burbeck to evince friendly relations with Spain
Burbeck is in vicinity of Spanish garrison. Knox tells Burbeck to evince the most cordial friendship with Spain. Be polite and temperate in the handling of any offenses. If caused by Burbeck's men, …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes Collection -
Use of Scouts to Provide Security for Local Inhabitants
Extract taken from records of the War Office, signed by John Stagg, War Office Clerk. The Secretary of War informs the Lieutenants of the Pennsylvania Counties of Allegheny, Westmoreland and …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46) -
Supplies for the militia
Presley Nevill notifies Major General Richard Butler that he had sent a cask of powder and lead for the militia due to their want of ammunition. The militia are to scout the Virginia frontier for …
Executive Communications -
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Route of Hendrick to Hostile Western Indians
Step by step route of Hendricks route by way of Niagara and Grand River.
Archive Reports 1891 -
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EXTRACT: Regarding Boundary Lines with Creeks
Account of Creeks decision to draw boundary with United States at north fork of river.
Benjamin Lincoln Papers -
Extract of Orders Given by St Clair
Appointment of Dr. Allison to Surgeon General until further orders received.
Deed Book of the Office of the Chief of Ordinance (Ordinance Office Deed Books), 1797-1891. (RG153) -
Extract of Letter from War Office directing that bells be forwarded to Pittsburg
Extract of letter from Hodgdon the Henry Knox Secretary of War requesting 300 bells with leather straps for the use of pack horses. Additionally, a request from R.J. Vanden Broeck requesting that …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46) -
Extract of a letter that discusses frontier violence
Letter, describes White aggression; mentions rescue of kidnapped white child; mentions casualties.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm] -
Extract of a Letter from James Morrison Esq. to Genl. Richard Butler dated Pittsburgh March the 17th 1791
Gives latest location of Delaware Indian settlements that were peacefully trading with U.S. traders but suffered an attack from hostile Indians. Details of attack given.
Executive Communications -
Directions to take charge of public stores at Fort Pitt
Order to take charge of all public stores, which shall be deposited at Fort Pitt.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe And
