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Cannon & Boxes, Etc.
06/11/1792 Autograph Letter Signed
Col. Cuthbertson's letter relative to loading has been received. Parker immediately procured a wagon and went up and found the cannon and boxes. Parker expects that they will arrive safely in …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Calling Up the Militia
01/03/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Knox tells Governor Mifflin that, if he deems it necessary, he should call out the Pennsylvania state militia, in numbers not to exceed 228 and for a period not to exceed six months, to protect the …
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Calling Up Militia
09/27/1792 Printed Document
Green County cavalry and seven companies of infantry called up to defend territory from Indian attacks. Sevier to command field officers.
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Bushels of Lime
04/09/1792 Autograph Letter Signed
Smith informs Hodgdon that he has procured 8 bushels of lime and would have sent more but it is so bad in quality that he would rather have sent none. Miten [?] would not trouble himself to go and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Brooks requests details of promotion from Knox
04/24/1792 Autograph Letter Signed
Letter, asks for info re terms of the commission of Brigadier General.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
British Disavow Association with Bowles
04/11/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Knox informs James Seagrove of the British disavowal of any association whatsoever with William Bowles.
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Brighten the Chain of Friendship
1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Putnam invites the chiefs of the western tribes to travel to Philadelphia, at government expense, to attempt to reach a settlement that will avoid war between them and the United States.
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Box Marked No. 8
01/20/1792 Autograph Letter Signed
In the box marked no. 8 are woolen overalls and pattern suits of soldiers clothing.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Bowles' Capture Improves the Chance for Peace
05/10/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Timothy Barnard informs James Seagrove that with William Bowles captured by the Spanish, the subversive activities that had stirred up the lower Creeks should cease and improve the chances for peace.
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Bowles is a Mere Tool of Other Persons
06/14/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Governor Quesada thanks Seagrove for keeping him informed of events that may be of concern to the Spanish. He is convinced that Bowles and others have attempted to turn the Indians against the Spanish …
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Boundary Disputes
08/11/1792 Typed Document
Mention of imposter Bowles and his "pernicious influence" on the boundary line between Creek and U.S. lands. Knox advised McGillivray to use his influence to run boundary according to treaty. Land …
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Boundaries Between the United States & the Cherokee Nation
06/04/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Blount informs Little Turkey and the other chiefs of the Cherokees of the plans to run the boundary lines between U. S. territory and the Cherokee nation. The United States commissioners who will run …
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Boundaries between Cherokee Land & the United States
11/30/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Campbell, McClung, and McKee describe their efforts to lay accurate boundary lines between Cherokee land and the United States as established by the Treaty of Holston.
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Boumdary Line Between Cherokee Land and U.S.
10/07/1792 Printed Document
Enclosed extract of letter to Little Turkey and other Cherokee chiefs pertaining to meeting of chiefs and commissioners to run boundary line between two nations. Specified where line should fall, …
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Boat Construction
03/02/1792 Autograph Letter Signed
Boats previously purchased did not suit need to transport horses so Craig has contracted the construction of wider boats. Provisions and ammunition sent to Fort Franklin.
James Robertson Papers
Blount Warning to the Cherokees
05/23/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
The address of Governor Blount to the chiefs and others of the Cherokees in which he cites a long list of depredations by the Indians on innocent whites, including women and children. He warns the …
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Bill of Lading from Melactin Smith
04/05/1792 Document Signed
Bill of lading from merchant Melancton Smith of New York to General Knox. Letter refers to a transaction of freight with Capt George Fleming.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Balance due the State of Virginia
04/19/1792 Copy of Signed Document
Lee reminded Knox of money owed state by treasury department.
Executive Communications
Balance Due the Late Oliver Remington
06/21/1792 Letter Signed
Captain Benjamin Remington requests the balance due for his late son's services during the late war when he was lost at sea while serving on board the frigate "Trumbull."
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Bags & Other Articles Forwarded
03/19/1792 Autograph Letter Signed
Moylan expresses surprise at Hodgdon's inquiry regarding bags and other articles that he forwarded to Col.Boone. He has the account receipt for same which he had heard Boone had paid. He has written …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Avoiding Conflict with the Southern Tribes
11/26/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Knox provides Bount with his assessment of the situation with the southern Indians and projected additions to the miitary establishment in the South. The Indians are not satisfied with the actions of …
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Authorization to Contract with Manufacturer for Rifles
01/04/1792 Autograph Letter Signed
Rifle manufacturers proposal received; discusses contract and penalties for rifle manufacture.
Charles Roberts Autograph Collection
Authorization to Call Up Militia
07/23/1792 Typed letter
In the absence of the governor, acting governor Sargent authorized to call up militia. Discussed pending nature of peaceful overtures of Indians. Offensive operations authorized.
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Authorization of President for Expedition to Frontier
03/09/1792 Autograph Letter Signed
Request for adequate assistance to those on the frontier for protection against hostile Indians laid before Congress. AUTHORIZATION OF PRESIDENT for expedition to ascertain environment and possibility …
Archive Reports 1891
Authority from the Western Nations to Act on Their Behalf
03/27/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Indian leader Joseph Brandt tells Knox that he is honored to have been invited to discuss Indian grievances with the United States government but first must dispatch messengers to get authority from …
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