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Letter to General Knox
This letter to Knox desribes Indian hostilities in the Ohio territory. The letter closes with a call for government troops to protect the inhabitants from the Indians.
Manuscript Collection.Letter Received, Knox's Letter Transmitted
In absence of Secretary of War, Stagg acknowledged receipt of letter and transmitted copy of letter from Knox.
Archive Reports 1891Letter from War Office; Charles Reinbach to be supplied with clothing
Request that Charles Reinbach be given clothing for 8 privates of artillery to include for each: hat, coat, vest, pair linen overalls, stock and buckel, shoes, buckles and socks, blanket, arms, …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter from the War Office directing two wagons to be engaged for Captain Cap
John Stagg request for William Knox to engage two four horse wagons to carry the baggage of Captain Cap's detachment to Pittsburgh, to be ready on the next day.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter from the Secretary at War regarding military appointments
Henry Knox informs an unidentified recipient that veteran officers have preference in selections for military appointment.
McClung Historical CollectionLetter from the Secretary at War
The Secretary at War orders Captain Buel to embark aboard naval shipping to New Brunswick.
McClung Historical CollectionLetter from the Secretary at War
Henry Knox congratulates William Hull on the triumph of reason over passion. Also consoles Hull by stating the following: "no person acquainted with you could harbor for a moment an opinion that …
Misc Mss 'K'Letter from the Reverend Samuel Kirkland to Secretary of War Henry Knox on reaction of Western Confederacy following General St. Clair's defeat and a report on Captain Brant
Letter from the Reverend Samuel Kirkland to Secretary of War Henry Knox describes his journey through western Massachusetts and New York. Kirkland, responding to a request from Knox, provides …
Samuel Kirkland PapersLetter from the Reverend Samuel Kirkland to Secretary of War Henry Knox on prospects for war with Western Tribes; the just designs of Congress regarding the Indians; a proposal to send delegation led by Captain Henrick and a Stockbridge Chief
Kirkland recounts his visit to Philadelphia and his discussions with Knox on reaching an accommodation with the Western Indians; he ascribes part of the problem to unprincipled traders and ignorance …
Samuel Kirkland PapersLetter from the Governor of Connecticut
This letter from the Governor of Connecticut confirms receipt of the federal levy for 152 soldiers.
Louis M. Kabinowitz, #1044.Letter from the Commissioner of Army Accounts
Encloses a statement on a particular account; mentions vouchers, bounties, pay, and subsistence. Colonel Stewart's vouchers for recruiting were lost or destroyed.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Letter from Secretary of War Henry Knox to the Reverend Samuel Kirkland on recommendation of Captain Hendricks for employment, and Colonel Brant's letter
Knox is responding to letter from Kirkland dated 28 April 1791. Knox expresses approval of Kirkland's recommendation of Captain Hendricks for employment. Instructs that he have Hendricks call on …
Samuel Kirkland PapersLetter from Secretary of War Henry Knox to the Reverend Samuel Kirkland on Colonel Pickering's meeting with members of Six Nations at Painted Post and instruction to Kirkland regarding Indian chief delegation to Philadelphia
In letter to Reverend Kirkland, Knox informs that Colonel Pickering held a conference with members of Seneca and Six Nations, with exception of Mohawks. Here it was agreed that certain chiefs should …
Samuel Kirkland PapersLetter from Secretary of War Henry Knox to Samuel Hodgdon Quartermaster to Army of U.S. and paymaster: on provisions and pay of officers and troops in preparation for St Clair expedition
Knox requests that Indian goods be forwarded to Headquarters. Contractor is to transport provisions on the expedition. Discusses pack and artillery horses. If more horses are purchased, may be used …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter from Samuel Hodgdon to William Knox request for pay for Mr Trimble for wagon transport
Hodgdon requests that William Knox pay Mr Trimble 3 days of hauling of public goods. Asks that he be paid $3.00 per day. He has behaved well and his loads were delivered in good order.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter from Samuel Hodgdon to William Knox regarding McRea
Only the wrapper is available. A notes states that McRea is mentioned in the letter
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter from Samuel Hodgdon to William Knox on state of supply and logistics problems in preparation for St Clair expedition
Hodgdon is quartermaster for St Clair expedition. He laments the timeliness of the posts and wishes to receive his returns before going forward. Knapsacks of questionable utility. Boots necessary for …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter from Samuel Hodgdon to William Knox on shipments of supplies to Pittsburg
Hodgdon would have been glad to have seen a return and the supplies mentioned in a previous letter. Will call on Doyle for his receipt; is disappointed about not hearing from Colesworthy. Boyer has …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter from Samuel Hodgdon to William Knox on expected arrival of Colesworthy, Hodgdon's returns and his wagon, and the awaited arrival of axes for the upcoming St Clair expedition
Hodgdon has heard nothing of Coleworthy; expects that he will arrive next day. Nothing of Boyer and his wagon. Still awaiting arrival of axes. Expresses hope that posts will provide further news and …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter from Mr S. Strong to Colonel Samuel Hodgdon asking for job providing packhorses from Kentucky
Strong is making application for the position of providing pack horses from Kentucky. He asks that he be given the job over others who may apply and he says he would give much satisfaction if given …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter from Major General Richard Butler to Samuel Hodgdon on extra supply of overalls for troops
Writing to Hodgdon from Pittsburgh, Butler refers to an issue regarding overalls. Captain Davis has applied to Major Craig on this issue, but Craig will not proceed without orders from Butler. He …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Letter from John Acheson to Samuel Hodgdon on delivery of horses
Acheson discusses the forwarding of horses. The boats for transport are ready, but the Monongahela river is too low. Will embrace first opportunity to forward horses to Pittsburgh.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
