[Copy of a letter from Gen'l Knox, Sec'y of War, to [undecipherable] Wilkinson [undecipherable] Jan'y 6^th 1793] Extract of a Letter from General Knox, Secretary of War, to Brigadier General James Wilkinson dated War Department, January 6^th 1793. I hope the arrival of the reinforcement will render unnecessary the further expense of the mounted Militia, which were useful and important but expensive. If a Mounted Corps are indispensible either in addition to, or to prevent the hire of the Cavalry, which ought indeed to be peculiarly taken care of for Action. May they not be of the Rifle Companies? Major General Wayne will undoubtedly have informed you of the State of the Overtures of peace, and that in order to make the utmost efforts of this Nation, Commissioners will probably be appointed for the purpose of [undecipherable] — [undecipherable] [undecipherable] [undecipherable line — text obscured] [undecipherable: that not?] there be fairly met. Arrangements are making with the enemy furnishing provisions at the time and place specified. I regret exceedingly the sudden departure of this express which prevents my enlarging at this time; but I cannot refrain from [undecipherable: expressing?] the Satisfaction repeatedly expressed by the President of the United States, at your activity and zeal to promote the several objects of the public Service under your direction. I am persuaded this satisfaction will be increased with the experience of your further conduct —