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Funds to discharge arrears due Virginia line in hands of pay master general
09/28/1790 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentFunds to discharge arrears due Virginia line in hands of pay master general, with instructions to remit to John Hopkins, esquire, Commissioner of Loans for Virginia.
Printed Versions 
Freeman solicits an appointment from Knox
05/16/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, mentions military established by Congress; asks for appointment to Inspector.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Fragment - Events After Gamelin Left Villages
05/22/1790 Document SignedIndians went to war shortly after Gamelin left Indian villages during his tour to seek peace with Indian tribes.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}- No image
Forwarding Returns of Ordnance and Stores
04/08/1790 LetterbookForwards the returns of ordnance and quartermaster stores for the month of March. Mentions that he had to have Mr. Morrow work on the carriages. Doctor Adams was not available so Price sent for Doctor …
Letterbook No. 2, West Point 1786-1790. - No image
Forwarding Returns of Ordnance and Stores
03/05/1790 LetterbookForwards the Returns of Ordnance and Quartermaster Stores for the month of February to the Secretary at War.
Letterbook No. 2, West Point 1786-1790. 
Flint forwards a letter to Knox
03/10/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, Flint provides letter for Knox to remove his endorsement.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Fear of Indian Attack
05/23/1790 Document SignedExpressed fear of frontier settlers due to Indian attacks.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}
Extracts from the Lieutenants of Fayette, Woodford and Mercer to the Secretary of War
04/14/1790 Document SignedReports status of frontier; Indians from several tribes continue to attack settlers and steal property.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}
Extract of a letter from Slater to Patterson
11/08/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, describes Indian aggression; discusses casualties.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]- No image
Extract from the proceedings of Colonel Timothy Pickering with the Seneca Indians, held at Tioga Point
11/21/1790 Printed DocumentRed Jacket relates past frauds by United States and the hardships caused by parting with the lands. Sends this message hoping that President Washington can make their seats easy. Hopes that the chain …
Printed Versions 
Extract from an Act for regulating the Military Establishment of the United States.
04/30/1790 Printed DocumentDetailed description of rations and provisions allowed, as determined by rank.
General Otho Williams Papers, MS# 908.
Extinquishing the Indian Claims, Etc.
04/10/1790 Autograph Letter SignedKnox discusses the troops that have been ordered to Georgia to maintain peace between the citizens of that State and the Indians on its western frontier. He enunciates the principle that only the …
Wayne Manuscripts
Expresses Confidence in Supplies for Upcoming Expedition
09/03/1790 Autograph Letter SignedExpresses confidence in ability of contractors to provide appropriate materials for the upcoming expedition.
Alfred T. Goodman Papers
Expresses Concern about Miami Hostility; Hopes the US can Protect Frontier
05/01/1790 Autograph Letter SignedRefers to hostility received from the Miamis in conjunction with British traders. Worries that there will be no peaceful resolution and that the U.S. must take action to protect the people of the …
Alfred T. Goodman Papers
Expresses Concern about Expedition; Encourages Participation of Col.s Logan and Shelby
09/03/1790 Autograph Letter SignedExpresses concern about tension between militia and troops regarding the expedition. Encourages participation of Colonel Logan and Colonel Shelby to influence the militia.
Alfred T. Goodman Papers
Explanation of Expedition to the Shawnees
09/02/1790 Autograph Letter SignedDiscussion of protection of Russell County with the President. The President is anxious that an expedition to the Indians be completed properly and successfully, without need for repetition. Refers to …
Executive Papers, Office of Governors Letters- No image
Expedition to Omee River
11/23/1790 Manuscript Translation of LetterLetter, describes expedition to Omee River; describes lay of land along river; discusses frontier abbreviations for Indian names.
Berthrong Collection 
Expedition to Frontier
08/24/1790 Document SignedAddressed Harmar's expedition to the frontier, Indian relations.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}- No image
Expedition report from Major John Doughty
04/17/1790 Typed letterMajor Doughty reports on his expedition on Ohio, Mississippi and Tennessee Rivers. Lots of ice on Ohio river made it impossible for Doughty to proceed. He sent men forward on land. Details of rowing …
Printed Versions 
Expedition Against Wabash Indians
11/29/1790 Autograph Letter SignedCitizens of counties in Kentucky request an expedition against the hostile Wabash Indians and will supply men for the mission. Harmar authorized the assembly of volunteers for expedition.
Etting Collection
Expedition against hostile Indians
10/20/1790 Cited letter or documentExtract of a letter from Henry Knox concerning the particulars of General Josiah Harmar's expedition against hostile Indians, specifically the Shawnee. Contains general orders. Largely illegible.
William Short Papers, Mm 77039891
Examining Various Claims
06/10/1790 Letter SignedKnox asks the Commissioner of Army Accounts to examine the enclosed claims of William Taylor and Timothy Howner (or Hosmer).
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)
Examining various claims
04/17/1790 Letter SignedWilliam Knox, clerk, asks the Commissioner of Army Accounts to examine the claims of Colonel Harrison, Nathaniel Smith, and Captain Theodore Bliss.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)
Examined accounts
03/02/1790 Autograph Letter SignedAgreeable to the Secretary at War's request, the Commissioner of Army Accounts has examined the accounts of soldiers under the command of Col. Jackson at Yorktown.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)
Examined account of Lt. Col. Carleton
03/18/1790 Contemporary Copy of Letter SignedAgreeable to the War Secretary's request, Howell has examined the account and petition of Lt. Col. Samuel Carleton.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)
