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Wayne Letter & Enclosures Forwarded to Knox
One of the War Office clerks forwards Wayne's letter and enclosures to Knox.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Wayne discusses officers with Knox
Letter, describes problems concerning promotions and some inept officers.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Wayne discusses good order and discipline within the ranks with Knox
Letter, dis discontent among officers in the Legion.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Water transportation for the Indian Chiefs and Captain Prior
Knox asks that Craig furnish Captain Prior and the Indian Chiefs under his care the means of transportation by water from Pittsburgh to Fort Washington. Make their accommodations safe and comfortable.
James Robertson PapersWashington speaks to the Miamis
Washington awards medals to Miami Chiefs and asks them to wear these decorations as signs of their loyalty to the United States.
Huntington MssWarrants No. 46 to 72
Swan encloses to Howell his Warrants No. 46 - 72 with payrolls and muster rolls complete, with receipts, amounting to $21.960.46. Swan asks for Howell's acknowledgement of same as soon as it is …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Warrant to Pay Zebulon Pike
Order to pay Samuel Meredith with remaining balance from recruiting services.
Arthur G. Mitten CollectionWarrant Signed for Money Due Virginia
Notification that warrant authorizing payment to Virginia was signed.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersWarrant No. 45
Enclosed is Warrant No. 45 on Swan for sixty dollars which is the last he will pay on this ground.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Warrant Drawn for Quartermaster's Department
A warrant for $500.00 drawn in favor of Hodgdon from the Treasury. Money is for the Quartermaster's Department. Knox requested Hodgdon send money to Isaac Craig "tomorrow".
Northwest Territory PapersWarrant Drawn by the Secretary of War on the Treasurer
"Enclosed is an extract from the Register of Warrants drawn by the Secretary of War on the Treasurer of the United States in continuaton."
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Warning that Wayne's Preparations Signal to Indians that U.S. is Preparing for War
The Commissioners are warning Knox that Wayne's recent movements and provisioning send a strong signal to the Indians at the Niagara peace council that US forces are preparing for war.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3War Dept. Personnel Issues
Knox addresses personnel issues including pay (the paymaster is finally on site), promotions, reductions in force, pay raises, and training. Several Wabash chiefs have died of smallpox.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Wampum for Indian Department
Hodgdon is directed to inform the Secretary of War what quantity of wampum for the Indian Department he has in his possession.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Wait for Word from Indian Allies & An Appointment to Adjutant General
Col. Proctor will remain in Legionville until he hears from the Indian allies and will occupy his time in making improvements on the new carriage for one of the howitzers. Regarding the appointment of …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Violation of Sovereignty of U.S.
Discussed French privateers that sailed from Boston harbor. Knox noted that the Governors patriotism would lead him to support and enforce the law.
Charles Roberts Autograph CollectionVerification of Reduction in Force
The President has requested that the Collector, Inspector, and Warden board the British ship "Jane" and verify whether the reduction in force nas actually been carried out as specified to the British …
W. M. Hornor CollectionVerification of Josiah Lewdern's Inlistment, Payment, Discharge
Provides Lewdern's enlistment dates. Howell has no evidence of Lewdern being in service and thus can do nothing in the claim.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Various comments from Commissary
The Commissary of Military Stores has money by post, believing it to be safest and most expeditious. Secretary Knox is sick. Orderly books have been sent. Reports on commissioners for Sandusky talks. …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.Vandenbrock asks a favor of Langier
Letter, ask Langier to pick up his pay at the War Office
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Valentine Pancake & Hogshead No. 23
Valentine Pancake has arrived with hogshead no. 23 of cavalry clothing and a few other packages. Some of the wagons lost their shafts on the way.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Vacancy in the Office of Adjutant General & Invoices for Stores
Knox requests that Wayne fill the office of Adjustant General which is again vacant. Th case of Dr. Scott is referred to him to take whatever action he deems appropriate. Invoices for various stores …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3
