[Sec. of War relative to Silas Dinsmore. May 7^th 1800.] War Department 7^th May 1800 — Sir, I do myself the honor, to inclose Copy of a letter received from General Knox, dated the 19^th ulto. in answer to one from me, making certain enquiries, relative to the Claim of Silas Dinsmore late an agent, to the Cherokee Nation of Indians, already submitted to your consideration — I am Sir with perfect consideration your obedient humble servant James McHenry To the President of the United States.