Regarding a compensation claim by Col. Dinsmore
Document 1800Regarding a claim by Col. Silas Dinsmore, a recently-resigned colonel appointed by General Knox who is now making claim for compensation. Asks for the General's opinion on it. Adds that he considers Col. Dinsmore to be an intelligent, industrious, and upright servant of the public.
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Draft Letter
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Regarding a claim by Col. Silas Dinsmore, a recently-resigned colonel appointed by General Knox who is now making claim for compensation. Asks for the General's opinion on it. Adds that he considers Col. Dinsmore to be an intelligent, industrious, and upright servant of the public.
Date
03/28/1800
Author
Recipient
Sent from
Philadelphia
Repository
Collection
Document number
1800032800001
Page start
1
Notable persons
Henry Knox
James McHenry
Silas Dinsmore
agent
Cherokee
Indians
committee
Notable locations
Philadelphia
Cherokee Nation
Notable items
Salary
resignation
dollars
expense
compensation
pay
rations
journey
service
appointments