War Office, 3^d September 17[undecipherable: probable reading 90] Sir: Since the departure of Governor S^tClair, I have been informed, that there may be an aversion in the minds of the Militia to act with the regulartroops. If this should really be the case, and any jealousies should arise, to impede the success of the expedition, it would indeed be an unfor-tinate circumstance. Every precaution therefore should be taken by the Governor and yourself, either to remove such dispositions, if existing, or to prevent them arising among the militia. It had been suggested, that, could Colo^s Logan & Shelby of Kentucky, be induced to accompany the expedition as Volunteers, they would have a powerful influence over the conduct of the Militia: I therefore submit the idea, that the Governor and You invite those characters to accompany you in the expedition, and that you treat them with the greatest cordiality. I am &c H. Knox Secretary. General Harmar—