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Enclosed papers of Joseph Clay
05/13/1788 LetterbookEncloses the original papers respecting the business of Joseph Clay, as requested by Pendleton.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
Enclosed Letter Offers Clarification
07/25/1788 LetterbookHoped enclosed letter would provide clarification on the "mystery" of Dunscomb's letter from the previous day.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
Enclosed certificates
07/17/1788 Letterbook CopyEncloses certificates in favor of Martin Wheeler, Henry Stover, Jacob Snyder, and Robert Wright.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
Enclosed Appointment of Colonel Martin
06/23/1788 Autograph Letter SignedCol. Joseph Martin appointed agent for Cherokee nation, enclosed appointment must be transmitted by Randolph to Martin.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors Letters
Enclosed Act Regarding Invalids
06/14/1788 Autograph Letter SignedFederal government to reimburse states for sums paid or will be paid to invalid pensioners, with proper documentation.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors Letters
Employment of additional clerks
03/13/1788 Author's Letterbook CopyFrom the letter book of the assistant commissioner of army accounts, Joseph Howell. Requests forwarding of muster and pay rolls and the employment of additional clerks
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
Election Results in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
05/31/1788 Autograph Draft LetterLincoln comments on the elections in Massachusetts and believes that the federalists will be victorious to the benefit of Massachusetts, the United States, and the world.
Robert Goodloe Harper
E. Haskell discusses army accounts with John Pierce
01/05/1788 LetterbookE. Haskell asks John Pierce a question regarding implementation of Congressional resolution, 26 February 1778.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
Dyson's account
10/11/1788 Letterbook CopyAnswers Contee's query regarding Dyson's accounts. Here he is referred to as Lieutenant.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
Duties assigned Board of Commissioners
10/20/1788 Letterbook CopyRegarding duties assigned Board of Commissioners, by Act of Congress they cannot enter on their duties until accounts are received by the district commissioners.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
Documenting Indian expenses
01/06/1788 Document SignedJohn Woods documents the United States' expenses related to Indians, including the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)
Disputed Territory
08/12/1788 Autograph Letter SignedDisputed land in Georgia and Indian policy addressed. McGillivray noted the removal of settlers from land priority in negotiations with Indians.
Governor's Messages
Dispute between Colonel Williams and De Haas over accounts
08/11/1788 Letterbook CopyReferences dispute between de Haas and Williams. Notes that Colonel Williams is owed money by estate of de Haas' father.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
Discussion of Robbery at Military Storehouse
12/08/1788 Contemporary Copy of LetterLetter, describes burglary of military stores.
Jeremiah Olney Papers
Discussion of Military Stores in Rhode Island
12/30/1788 Letter SignedLetter, discusses business of military stores in Rhode Island.
Jeremiah Olney Papers
Discussing Return of Military Stores
11/26/1788 Contemporary Copy of LetterLetter, mentions enclosed return of military stores [Return itself not included].
Jeremiah Olney Papers
Discusses Trades with the Delawares and the Moravian Indians
03/09/1788 Autograph Letter SignedDavid Zeisberger, Moravian Indian missionary, has requested an exchange of corn for powder, linen, etc. Refers to encounter with Captain Pipe, chief of the Delawares, who met with Ensign McDowell in …
Alfred T. Goodman Papers
Discharged men of American Regiment
12/11/1788 Letterbook CopyRefers to enclosure of return of sundry discharged men of American Regiment showing the several balances due them.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)- No image
Deteriorating Relations with the Western Indians
07/05/1788 Printed or published letterSt. Clair informs Knox that he is proceeding with plans for a meeting with the Six Nations, although with diminished expectations that such a meeting will be successful given the Indians' anger at the …
Printed Versions - No image
Destruction of Cherokee towns by Servier, from State of Franklin [North Carolina]
08/05/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentA party from North Carolina, called Franklin State, with Sevier at the head, came over and destroyed several of their towns, killing nearly 30 Indians. Overhills seem determined for war. Winn wishes …
Printed Versions 
Describes Activity Surrounding Fort Harmar, French Creek, Preparations for Indian Treaty
06/15/1788 Extract of LetterDescribes journey to French Creek and Captain Heart's work on his garrison and with the Seneca and Munsee. Describes geography. Discusses efforts to prepare for treaty. Refers to provisions and …
Alfred T. Goodman Papers
Describes Activity at Fort Harmar; Mentions Supplies, Officers, Recruits, Indians
01/10/1788 Autograph, Contemporaneous or Certified Copy, SignedLists recent correspondence. Hopes that the treaty with the governor of the Western Territory will pacify the "savages" and land with the Ohio Company purchase. Discusses habitability of land …
Alfred T. Goodman Papers
Depreciation accounts of Connecticut Line
10/14/1788 Letterbook CopyDepreciation accounts of Connecticut Line for services before 1 January 1780.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
Depreciation accounts of Connecticut
10/22/1788 Letterbook CopyHas begun examination of depreciation accounts of Connecticut and finds them as correct as expected.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)- No image
Decision to continue in office the superintendent of Indian Affairs for the Northern District; Creek concurrence in Treaty
08/01/1788 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentKnox reports that Congress has thought it proper to to continue in office the superintendent of Indian Affairs for the Northern District for two months. Alexander McGillivray, Chief of Creeks, and the …
Printed Versions
