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Regulations for Preservation of Neutrality
Itemized list by President of rules to promote neutrality of U.S. Requests the governor suppress any actions that are contrary to the above mentioned rules.
Georgia Military Affairs, Volume 1,1775-1793.Regulations Adapted by the President for the Preservation of Our Neutrality
Knox list eight regulations to be followed by the States in their dealings with the vessels of foreign belligerents that might seek refuge in American ports.
RG 1300 Executive PapersRegarding Whether Shipped Clothing is Infected with Yellow Fever
Knox provides physician opinion upon the probability of Yellow Fever being contained in the clothing: which states that one should unpack the clothing, expose them to air and then smoke them for …
James Robertson PapersRegarding the supplying of monies
Secretary Knox informs O'Hara that he will receive monies deemed sufficient. Further supply from time to time. Mentions Deputy John Belli, who is at the War Department presenting accounts for …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.Regarding the degree of danger in Georgia
Possible danger to Georgian frontier, Knox agreed to increase in troops necessary but advised that once danger of invasion subsided that number of troops should be reduced.
Congress; 1st Session to the 9th Congress, 1st Session to House of RepresentativesRegarding the Defective Manner in which the Quarter Master General Left his Business
Notes that Samuel Hodgdon, agent of Quarter Master General, has paid Craig's bill for $1100 and will write on subject of future drafts. Complains of the defective manner in which the Quarter Master …
James Robertson PapersRegarding the cost of shipbuilding materials
Requests the cost of shipbuilding materials, including equipment and labor.
Miscellaneous Records of the Office of Indian Trade Relating to Accounts, 1796-1825. (RG75)Regarding the construction of ships for defense
Sayre suggests that if Congress is to approve building of frigates, that the President ought to know who is capable of building them on the highest stage of improvement.
Handwritten TranscriptsRegarding the Brotherton settlers
Letter, describes Brotherton settlers; alludes to Revolutionary War; discusses frontiers and pioneer life; asks for help establishing school; discusses remnants of Indian tribes; mentions White …
Henry O'Reilly CollectionRegarding the account of General Benjamin Lincoln
Statement from Joseph Howell in the Accountant's Office to the Auditor of the Treasury on the account of Major General Benjamin Lincoln.
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Regarding Suspicions of Double Dealings
Colonel Nevil delivered documents necessary to procure payment of St. Clair's transportation. Discusses new home in Philadelphia, where he enjoys his friends. Says he knows of no enemies of Craig. …
James Robertson PapersRegarding Scouts and Garrisons on upper parts of Ohio River
Knox's propositions relative to Scouts and Garrisons for posts on upper parts of Ohio River.
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.Regarding Quarter Master General's Complaints
Discusses arrival of money to Craig. Has not seen letter Craig sent to Secretary of War and wonders what Quarter Master General O'Hara complains of. All of the indent is forwarded, together with …
James Robertson PapersRegarding offensive expedition against certain Creek Towns, the legal authority to declare war, the requirement for a formal declaration of war, the effect of European politics, Spain and the Court of Madrid, outrages against Cherokees and the authority of states to come to the aid of one another
From the Secretary of War to Georgia Governor Edward Telfair. Planned offensive expeditions against the Creeks by Georgia militia are a matter of concern for the President of the United States …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dRegarding Knox's Request for Interpreters for Sandusky talks
Provides recommendations on interpreters. The man Hodgdon recommended has gone to Kentucky. Mentions Joseph Nicholas, an interpreter of several Indian languages. Craig will ascertain his abilities, …
James Robertson PapersRegarding Irregularities in Shipments of Clothing
Craig details the shipment of clothing to recipients and addresses correspondence from Captain Henley and General Wilkinson on irregularities in packing up and shipping clothing from Pittsburg to Fort …
James Robertson PapersRegarding Indians
O'Hara encloses an invoice, mentions Indian goods and the mercantile business. Encloses a draft on Captain Pryor for $100.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of War [1A-F2] (RG46)Regarding estimates for expenses
Acknowledges receipt of letters. Estimates will be taken into consideration and the result communicated.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Drafts from Mr. McKinley
Waiting on directions from Secretary of War regarding letter from Mr. McKinley, who presented drafts for $1104. Secretary of War has warranted acceptance, but notes that no further advances can be …
James Robertson PapersRegarding detention of ship William
Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson writes about the detention of the ship William. Detaining her within the limits of protection. Detention can only be by the military. Takes liberty of submitting …
Thomas Jefferson PapersRegarding Claims, Payments, Residence on Banks of Monongahela River
Discusses advances, certificates, payments and claims. Anticipates pleasure of Forest's company. Endeavors to render residence on banks of Monongahela River as agreeable as possible.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Authority in Courts Martial and General Returns of Legion
Wayne explains that General Wilkinson is authorized to render decisions in Courts martial except in capital cases involving an officer or in cases in which an officer might be dismissed from the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Regarding American Citizens in Affairs of Prizes Taken by Illegally Equipped French Privateers
Referring to his contemporaneous letter concerning the return to their owners of ships captured by certain French privateers, Knox transmits Washington's order that any American or neutral citizens …
Jonathan Trumbull Jr. PapersRegarding Accounts, Transactions, Indian Expenses
Discusses accounts, transactions, Indian expenses. Mentions Colonel Nevill, Captain Prior, Fisher, and Mr. O'Hara.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Accounts and Supplies
Mentions bills and remittances; Captain Prior. Hopes that Doctor Brown's pay is agreeable to draft. Is preparing supplies for current year.
James Robertson Papers
