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Jealousy Among Troops
Addressed possibility of jealously between militia and regular troops and its effect on the success of the expedition to the West. Advised every precaution to remove possible jealousies b/w militia …
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}James Dean is deposed regarding the dispute between Phelps and Red Jacket
James Dean provides a deposition pertaining to the disputed terms of the treaty between Oliver Phelps and the Senecas [Red Jacket]. Dean witnessed the treaty as the interpreter. Dean states that …
Henry O'Reilly CollectionJackson writes to Knox regarding matters of Cinncinati
Letter, discusses business of the Cincinnati memorial.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson writes to Knox
Letter, mentions Constitution; discusses officers of the late army.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson seeks letters of introduction from Knox
Letter, mentions the assumption of state debt; discussses military establishment; asks for letters of introduction.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson recommends Moses Hayes to Knox
Letter, recommends Hays for Collectorship.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson provides further election information to Knox
Letter, discusses election of Federal representatives.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson discusses the militia plan with Knox
Letter, discusses Harmar's expedition; discusses plan for the establishment of militia.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson discusses state debt with Knox
Letter, mentions state debt; asks for federal appointment; discusses petition opposing state excise.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson discusses politics with Knox
Letter, discusses personal issues; mentions war between England and Spain discusses elections.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson asks Knox to find employment for Captain Phelon
Letter, recommends candidate for appointment.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson announces the election of George Cabot to Senate
Letter, discusses election of Federal Senator.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson announces the death of his father to Knox
Letter, mentions death of father; asks for military appointment.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Jackson advises that Knox's militia plan is not well received
Letter, discusses plan for militia.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Investigation into Cannons, Shot, and Shells
Investigation into cannons, shot, and shells at various locations to be brought to Knox. Compensation to follow.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersInvestigating various claims
The chief clerk of the War Department informs the Commissioner of Army Accounts that Secretary Knox wants the claims of four different soldiers and officers investigated; encloses papers and petitions …
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Invalids in Massachusetts
Enclosed exact return of invalid pensioners in Massachusetts and warrant authorizing their payment. List conforms to the list submitted by John Lucas, Commissary of Pensioners.
Benjamin Lincoln PapersInvalid Pensions for North Carolina
Warrant for payment of the second installment of the sums due to the invalid soldiers of North Carolina
#1290 Haywood, ErnestInvalid Pensions for North Carolina
Discusses the payment of pensions to invalid pensioners in North Carolina and requests that a list be made of the recipients and transmitted to Knox at the War Office
#1290 Haywood, ErnestInvalid Pensioners List
After receiving a list of invalid pensioners from the Sec. of Massachusetts, Knox enclosed a list to Lincoln that contained names absent from list.
Benjamin Lincoln PapersInterception of Indian Raiding Parties
Unsuccessful dispersal of Indians on Ohio river. Enclosed copy of report on Indian raid on river.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}Intelligence Report on Relations between Spain and Britain
Letter, mentions war averted between Great Britain and Spain. Newspapers confirm intelligence.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Instructions to the Governor of the Western Territories and to the Commanding officer of the troops on the Ohio and an estimate of the expense of an expedition against the Wabash Indians
General orders regarding pursuing peace with Wabash Indians.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}Instructions to Governor Blount Regarding the Treaty of Holston
Henry Knox instructs Governor Blount on the President's policies on Indian affairs in the territory south of the Ohio River, especially regarding the Cherokee Indians. He also requests that Blount …
Northwest Territory Collection, M367Instructions to Captain Henry Burbeck to evince friendly relations with Spain
Burbeck is in vicinity of Spanish garrison. Knox tells Burbeck to evince the most cordial friendship with Spain. Be polite and temperate in the handling of any offenses. If caused by Burbeck's men, …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes Collection
