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Detention of Indian Prisoners, Suspicious Indian Activity, and Party Politics
Seagrove reports to Major General Jackson of Georgia militia that he has detained some Indians on suspicion of mischief. Scouts have found tracks that may suggest Indian movement or preparations to …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDetained Frigate
Discusses case of prize taken by French Frigate.
Governor George Clinton Papers, Circular Letters and Letterbook of Official Correspondence and ProclamationsDetails of Council at Buffalo Creek Relayed with Request for Treaty
Six nations proposed new treaty due to dissatisfaction with hostile Indians which allotted more farm land to United States settlers. Chaplin believed the Six Nations were so eager for peace that they …
Anthony Wayne PapersDetailed Accounting of Ammunition Used by Legion, & Request for More
Wayne provides a detailed accounting of his army's use of ammunition, powder, and lead for four months and warns that he will need more of each when the weather becomes warm enough to practice firing.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Detailed Account of Failed Peace with Indians
Lincoln provided details on failed peace with Indian tribes from North of the Ohio River. Failed negotiations by commissioners, travel to Detroit.
American Indian FileDesigns of Frenchmen to excite military enterprise against possessions of Spain
Letter from Secretary Knox to the Governor of Northwest Territory. Mentions letter from Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson regarding designs of Frenchmen attempting to excite some military enterprise …
Transcribed Reports and Communications Transmitted by the Executive Branch to the Senate, 1789-1819. (RG46) (M1257, Rolls 1-3)Describes Indian Attacks; Lists Vouchers
Refers to attack by Sergeants Rowland and Michaela's dragoons on Indians with one fatality, and another defeat under L. Lowry and Mr. Boyd with loads of corn. Lists vouchers. Refers to orders from the …
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Describes Attempt to Recover Bank Notes and Budget Indian Accounts
Describes attempt to recover bank notes. Accounts for the last quarter. Refers to budgets in question and Indian invoices.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Derangement of the Department
The accounts Hodgdon lodged in Harrison's department as late Quartermaster General have been examined but a statement has been prevented by the late derangement of the department. They will be taken …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Depredations of Creeks, Calling Militia into Service, Etc.
(Depredations of Creeks, Calling Militia into Service, addition of regular troops and cavalry, assignment of Captain Constant Freeman, and a call for moderation in calling militia into service). Knox …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDepredations by Southern Indians
Knox informs Blount of a series of violent actions by the southern Indians, resulting in a number of American deaths, and the reaction of American forces to the Indians' depredations.
Peter Force - Ephrain Blaime Papers, Mm78012906, Series 8DDeposition on Spanish Complicity in Robbery & Murder at Traders Hill St Marys
George Galphin [presumably the son of wealthy trader of same name who died 1790] states that he was at house of John Kinnard at Hutcheta when James Burges, Indian trader, was accused by Kinnard of …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition of William Stringer regarding Spanish arms shipments to Creek Nation
At Flint River, Lower Creek Nation, William Stringer appeared before Deputy Superintendent Timothy Bernard with a sworn deposition dated 2 May 1793. Stringer, a native of Georgia and now resident at …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition of William Jones regarding effect of Cornell's death on Creeks
William Jones is deposed and states that the Creeks were largely peaceful until the killing of Cornell at the hands of Georgia troops.
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition of James Seagrove, Creek Indian Agent regarding financial interest in Creek trade of commerce
Deposition of James Seagrove, Creek Indian Agent indicates that he had no direct or indirect financial interest in Creek trade or commerce
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition of James Aikin [Aiken] given to William Stephens, Mayor of Savannah Geogia, regarding the aftermath of robbery and murder at Traders Hill on St Marys
Copy of deposition given by James Aikin [Aiken], a resident of Creek Nation. Aikins left the Creek Nation when there was no probability of compliance with James Seagrove's demands to turn over the …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition of James Aikens describing threats by inabitants of Georgia against Federal Indians agents their employ
James Aiken, working for James Seagrove, Creek Indian Agent, describes traveling with goods and baggage of Seagrove along with a free negro named Frederick Chaves. In Washington County Georgia, Aiken …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition of Henry Carrel take by Jared Irwin
Jared Irwin takes the deposition of Henry Carrel. Carrel gives report of Indian crimes.
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition of Henry Carrel sworn before Jared Irwin Justice of Peace and taken from files of executive W. Urquhart S.E.D.
From Washington County Georgia, Carrel describes horses stolen on the Long Bluff. Captain Stocks and detachment pursued Indian culprits, killed some, recovered horses, rifles, smooth bore gun and …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition Michael Cupps, Nancy Smith on Indian killings Greene County Georgia
Extract from deposition taken from files of William Urquhart, given by Michael Cupps and Nancy Smith to Elihu Lyman Esquire, justice of peace Greene County Georgia. Cupps was near the Oconee 22 April, …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition from William Jones to Jared Irwin on prospects for peace following death of David Cornell
In deposition given at Washington County Georgia, Jones states that having resided among the upper Creeks, has found them inclined toward peace until the death of David Cornell, whose circumstances …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDeposition by eleven inhabitants of Glynn County
Extract from files of Ex Dept. William Urquhart. Inhabitants' report being robbed and plundered by Creek Indians, including cattle and horses. They say the Creek Indians have been treated kindly. …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDepartment Supplies, Accounts, and Vouchers
Refers to supplies necessary for his department. Expresses concern about method. Discusses accounts and vouchers. Anxiously awaiting news.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)
