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Treaty with Creek Nation: 1790
Treaty of Peace with Creek Nation, 1790. Treaty conducted under the authority vested in the Secretary at War, Henry Knox.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Speech of Red Jacket to Timothy Pickering
Red Jacket makes speech to Colonel Pickering. Red Jacket complains about compensation received for land.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionMinutes of the Spanish treaty with the Creek Nation
Document, Minutes of Spanish treaty with Creek nation.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jealousy Among Troops
Addressed possibility of jealously between militia and regular troops and its effect on the success of the expedition to the West. Advised every precaution to remove possible jealousies b/w militia …
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}Treating with the Six Nations
Clinton discusses the State governments, treating with the Indians, and the state of Indian politics.
Timothy Pickering PapersPay warrant and receipt for salaries
Pay warrant and receipt issued for salaries of the War Office.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Major Craig's oath of office in taking charge of public stores at Fort Pitt
Major Craig's oath of office and acceptance of responsibilities at Fort Pitt, witnessed by John Stagg.
Isaac Craig PapersLetter from the Reverend Samuel Kirkland to Secretary of War Henry Knox on prospects for war with Western Tribes; the just designs of Congress regarding the Indians; a proposal to send delegation led by Captain Henrick and a Stockbridge Chief
Kirkland recounts his visit to Philadelphia and his discussions with Knox on reaching an accommodation with the Western Indians; he ascribes part of the problem to unprincipled traders and ignorance …
Samuel Kirkland PapersLetter from Secretary of War Henry Knox to Samuel Hodgdon Quartermaster to Army of U.S. and paymaster: on provisions and pay of officers and troops in preparation for St Clair expedition
Knox requests that Indian goods be forwarded to Headquarters. Contractor is to transport provisions on the expedition. Discusses pack and artillery horses. If more horses are purchased, may be used …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Employing Old Peter
Mentions prospect of employing Old Peter of the Oneidas, of whom Captain Hendricks speaks well.
Timothy Pickering PapersQuarter Master Responsibilities
Secretary Knox is replying to a letter from James O'Hara, and is pleased to hear that he will be able to perform the duties of Quartermaster. He believes Major Craig should have appropriate pay to the …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.On military administration and policies
Letter, discusses raising & recruiting army companies; advises re uniforms, arms & accoutrements; discusses regulations to standardize procedures; discusses peace negotiations with Indians.
Anthony Wayne PapersYourself and Property Shall Be Safe
David Cornell informs James Seagrove that he took a scalp in the Cumberland at the behest of the Spanish; therefore, due to this foreign influence, Cornell maintains that he is not rightly to be …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dUpdate on Indian Treaty and Intelligence
Submitted instructions issued to the commissioners appointed to "treat" with the Indians North of the Ohio river. Their report of the proceedings, return of the troops, and intelligence gathered by …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dTwiggs Halted his Expedition
Governor Telfair informs Secretary Knox that due to a lack of provisions General Twiggs halted his expedition.
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dShip Capture
Action relative to ship taken by French Frigate [burned fragment, in large part illegible].
Governor George Clinton Papers, Circular Letters and Letterbook of Official Correspondence and ProclamationsRobert Brown's Affidavit at Camden County Georgia recounting his observations at the robbery and murder at Robert Seagrove's store at Traders Hill on St Mary's
Brown states that he was with Daniel Moffett [one of those later killed at robbery at Traders Hill on St Marys]. They met an Indian who told them the Creeks were going to war on the frontier. There …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dReport on the Southwestern Frontier
Seagrove discusses the situation on the frontier which is mostly peaceful despite several incidents involving violence by Indians.
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dProcedure for Filling Vacancies & Preparations for Move Down the Ohio
There are a number of vacancies in the officer corps due to resignation, court martial, and even one suicide. Wayne wants to know the correct procedure for filling these vacancies. Since it appears …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Prizes
Discusses the issue of prizes, governor of "this state" acted in accordance with Neutrality Act.
Governor George Clinton Papers, Circular Letters and Letterbook of Official Correspondence and ProclamationsPetition of Monsieur Louis Garranger
Petitioner, Monsieur Louis Garranger, states that he and his brother entered into service of United States in December 1776 conformably to contract made by Silas Deane with Monsieur Du Coudray. The …
Transcribed Reports and Communications Transmitted by the Executive Branch to the Senate, 1789-1819. (RG46) (M1257, Rolls 1-3)Notice of Accounts Settled and Stores Forwarded
Informs James O'Hara that he has received a warrant for the remaining amount drawn on him. Major Craig is informed of his authorization to draw on him to sustain his post. The supplies for the current …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.
