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Indian affairs and treaties
General Superintendent of Indian Affairs Benjamin Hawkins describes the Treaty of New York of 1790, the Creek Nation, Indian boundaries, and murders on the frontier.
James McHenry PapersImproper payment to Captain Littlefield's detachment
Simmons informs Freeman that his payment to Captain Littlefield's detachment was "highly improper," as Simmons had already forwarded the money to Albany to Lt. Vischer.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Immediate Discharge for Daniel Downey due to Disability
Immediate discharge of Daniel Downey requested, along with the paperwork for the discharge of Daniel Moses. Comments on Jordan Kersey, a man of color, enlisted in the corps of artillerists who was …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Illness of General Wayne and Weather Conditions
General Wayne ill at Presque Isle, his health is of great concern and medicine is being shipped. Capt. Turner prohibited from traveling on the Ohio river due to ice.
James Robertson PapersIllegal capture of American vessels by the British
Addresses complaints from American merchants on the illegal capture of vessels by Great Britain, in violation of the Jay Treaty. McHenry insists that the only solution right now is to have Congress …
James McHenry PapersIce on the River Rquired Us to Continue by Land
Upon arrival at Frenchtown, Morris found it impossible to continue on the river that was blocked by ice for six miles. He will continue by land which might entail additional expense but will endeavor …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)I Need Additional Pay to Support Myself, Etc.
Amidst a discussion of a number of supply matters, Houdin entreats Hodgdon to make his case before Congress for additional pay without which he will find it difficult to support himself. He also wants …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)House of Representatives' battle against the Jay Treaty
McHenry comments on the House of Representatives' effort to block the Jay Treaty from being implemented by withholding funding. McHenry writes that unless Congress funds the implementations of the Jay …
Robert Oliver PapersHorses for Sinclair & Heth's Indian Chiefs
Colonel O'Hara will be notifed that he needs to answer Hodgdon's letter. Three horses have been furnished to General Sinclair for his journey to Philadelphia and sixteen horses, equipped with saddles …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horsemen's Tents to West Point
"Please to have forwarded to West Point for the use of the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers four horsemen's tents."
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horsemen's Swords in Place of Sergeant's Swords
As directed by Major Hodgdon, the following items are forwarded to Captain Gibson at Staunton: swords with belts, a drum and fife, a horseman's tent, common tents, camp kettles, axes, and gun powder. …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horse, bridle, and saddle
Letter, mentions horse, bridle and saddle for Stephen Hillis
U.S. Army CollectionHonor Requests for Docments
Will attempt to comply with Hodgdon's request for documents, but it will take time due to the lack of clerk and poor health. Trade with Indians mentioned.
Correspondence (Letters Received, Letters Sent, and Accounts) of the Creek Factory, 1795-1814. (RG75)Hodgdon sends invoice for goods to Chapin
Letter, encloses Invoice of goods for Six Nations annuity; informs re Powder & flints ordered in 1794; alludes to the Treaty of 1794.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionHodgdon discusses military stores with Secretary Pickering
Samuel Hodgdon discusses the pay and compensation of Major Isaac Craig with the Secretary at War, Timothy Pickering.
Isaac Craig PapersHodgdon discusses military stores and accounting matters with Major Craig
Samuel Hodgdon sends money to Major Craig.
Isaac Craig PapersHodgdon discusses military stores and accounting matters with Major Craig
Samuel Hodgdon sends money to Major Craig.
Isaac Craig Papers
