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Raising of Pennsylvania troops to replace those on frontiers
10/31/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Agreeably to Acts of Congress for raising troops to replace those on frontiers, Knox lists commissioned officers necessary for Pennsylvania quota, to include 1 Lieutenant Colonel; 3 Captains; 3 …
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Petition to Congress from the American inhabitants at Post Vincennes.
08/07/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
American inhabitants at the Post of Vincennes express concern that the rights of their neighbors the French had not a more solid foundation than a gift from the Indians. Hope that Congress will grant …
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Petition of the Inhabitants of Post Vincennes.
07/26/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Petition comes from French settlers at Post Vincennes who profess their loyalty to the United States. Petitioners ask for 500 acres of land and that a public district be established.
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Petition from the Inhabitants of Post Vincennes to Congress
07/28/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Pledge of loyalty to United States government and ask that their petition be transmitted to Congress
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Opposition to Execution of Law by People at Hudson
08/17/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Biddle responds to Pickering's letter of the 13th, assuring him that commissions have been sent to Montgomery care of Balliot. There have been reports that some people at Hudson are determined to …
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On the Road to Wyoming Pennsylvania
04/07/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Pickering has consulted with Colonel Denison on the subject of road to Wyoming. Discusses use of gaps: Water Gap of Lehigh and Wilkesbarre. Mentions Great Swamp
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On the disposition of the savages and usurpation of public lands by armed men
04/16/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Knox relays report from Colonel Harmar at Fort Pitt. Harmar is touring posts on Ohio River. Has had conferences with General Butler. Matters seem to bear a more favorable aspect with savages than …
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On general measures to preserve the peace between the states
09/28/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Governor Clinton is well disposed to concur in any general measure that may preserve peace of the two states, but perceives no danger from most of the persons mentioned in papers, particularly Ar. …
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Movements of troops, protection for surveyors, disposition of Western Indians
06/07/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Harmar reports that he is executing orders of congress and has evacuated Fort Stueben, and transmitted orders to Captain Ferguson to withdraw from Fort Pitt. Has detached Captain Strong and Captain …
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Letter from Colonel Josiah Harmar
08/01/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Knox transmits letter to Congress from Colonel Josiah Harmar with enclosure containing propositions by Mr. J.C. Symmes relative to settlement on Wabash River.
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Instructions to the Governor of Territory of United States Northwest of Ohio River relative to an Indian Treaty in the Northern Department
1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
St. Clair is instructed to examine temper of Indian Tribes in Northern Indian Department. If hostile, and if treaty is required, hold a general one with all the tribes, in conjunction with …
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Commission of Colonel Butler and claims of inhabitants at Tioga
09/05/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Acceptance of Commission by Colonel Butler. Pickering administered oath of allegiance. Franklin and Jenkins at Tioga to receive and examine claims of inhabitants. Colonel McInster, from Hudson, and …
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Arthur St. Clair's appointment to government of Western Territory and Josiah Harmar's promotion to brevet Brigadier General
11/25/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Harmar congratulates Arthur St. Clair for his appointment to the government of the Western Territory [northwest of the Ohio River]. Reports that Congress has honored Harmar with brevet commission to …
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An Account of the State of Creek Indians
05/24/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
James White, superintendent of the Southern District, reports that the threatened Creek invasion has subsided. Creeks favorably inclined by the liberal sentiments of commissioners from Congress; …
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Address to Colonel Josiah Harmar from American Settlers at Post Vincennes
08/04/1787 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
American settlers at Port Vincennes maintain hope that Congress will condescend to look favorably upon their petition, which they have transmitted to Harmar.
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Treaty efforts with Creeks, McGillivray, and Georgia
10/14/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Discusses postponement of treaty efforts. Alexander McGillivray insists, as a leading principle, that boundaries be the same as they were when Georgia was a British Province. Suggests that if there is …
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Steps taken by commissioners to bring about treaty with Creek Indians
06/25/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Steps taken by commissioners to bring about treaty with Creek Indians. Talk was addressed to Mr. McGillivray, and headmen and warriors, insisting that hostilities cease. Executive of Georgia said …
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Speech to the Chiefs of Wyandots
07/13/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
A Black Cloud has arisen in the North and has darkened prospects of completing good work. It may blow over. Refers to speech sent to Chiefs at Tawa and mouth of Detroit River. Asks for assistance in …
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Speech to Chiefs of Nations Assembled at Tawa River and Mouth of Detroit River
07/13/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
In a speech to Chiefs of Nations assembled at Tawa River and Mouth of Detroit River, St. Clair expresses impatience to hear of chiefs arrival. Expresses displeasure that instances of unprovoked …
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Report on treaty efforts
11/04/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Discusses a letter from Joseph Brant, who had been at the Miami River waiting on the Western Indians for the purpose of holding a council.
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Report on treaty efforts
10/07/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
St. Clair suggests that those who gathered at the mouth of the Detroit River have probably dispersed, owing to a lack of supplies.
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Report on the state of Indian affairs
09/02/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
St. Clair expresses anxiousness over the state of Indian affairs. Delawares appear to be friendly. Expects information on the Six Nations soon. Discusses preparations by Pennsylvania and Virginia to …
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Report on the insurgents in Pennsylvania
08/09/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Pickering reports on the insurgents in Pennsylvania. At present, the country is at peace and those who have not surrendered or been taken into custody, have fled to neighboring states. Suggests that …
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Report on insurrections in Pennsylvania and rewards for apprehending ruffians who seized Pickering as prisoner
09/24/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Captain Ross waits for opportunity to present Congress with orders for rewards offered for apprehending ruffians who seized and kept Pickering as prisoner.
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Report from Colonel Josiah Harmar
06/15/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Reports on the movements of General St. Clair who arrived at Fort Pitt and later attended to affairs at Ligonier. Major Doughty proceeds in a barge. Large boat laden with provisions for treaty set out …
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