Arthur St. Clair
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Instructions to the Governor of the Western Territories and to the Commanding officer of the troops on the Ohio and an estimate of the expense of an expedition against the Wabash Indians
General orders regarding pursuing peace with Wabash Indians.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}Instructions for Mounting Militia Against Wabash
Militia to be raised in defense of frontier from raids by Wabash Indians. Politics with Great Britain addressed, regarding suspicions of US intentions toward Canadian territory.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}Fragment - Events After Gamelin Left Villages
Indians went to war shortly after Gamelin left Indian villages during his tour to seek peace with Indian tribes.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}Cover Letter to An Act to Regulate Trade and Intercourse with the Indian Tribes
Knox's cover letter to Arthur St. Clair regarding the new act to regulate trade with the Indians, which states that no fees related to trade are authorized.
Northwest Territory Collection, M367Copy of Instructions to the Governor of the Western Territory, or in his absence the Brigadier Gen. Harmar Copied 15th April (dated 3 March 3) 1790
Instructions detail protection of frontiers using the militia of Virginia and Pennsylvania. Protection by militia was applied for after the use of scouts and rangers was discontinued.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersUpdates on Expedition to Frontier, Transportation of Rations
Progress of marching troops and expedition to frontier, transportation of rations to troops, and disbanding militia discussed.
Archive Reports 1891Update on Supply and Location of Troops
Knox tells St. Clair of the many preparations regarding provisioning and troop movements that are being made in anticipation of the approaching campaign against the western Indians.
Archive Reports 1891Treaty with Indians, Status of Troops, Establishment of Posts on Frontier
Status of troops marching to Fort Pitt, advice on dealing with contractors who will supply materials to troops for expedition. No news on Pickerings treaty with Indians.
Archive Reports 1891Stores for Fort Pitt
Letter; directs St. Clair to determine what is needed at Fort Pitt and rent it.
Pequot Libary MSSScott's Mission Successful, Status of Troops
Status of troops on frontier discussed, General Scott's missions successful, but specifics of results yet to be received. Knox adamantly against war with Great Britain.
Archive Reports 1891Report on State of Readiness
General Butler reports on the state of readiness of his men, horses, and supplies.
Samuel Hodgdon LettersReport from the Frontier Campaign
General Roberts reports on the events taking place near Wheeling as he makes preparations for the campaign to defend the frontier.
Samuel Hodgdon LettersRegrets Resignation of Brigadier General Josiah Harmar
Expresses regret at resignation of Brigadier General Harmar, as he esteems him as a good officer.
Alfred T. Goodman PapersRecommendation for Surgeon's Mate
Knox noted letter to Butler recommending Grasson as surgeon's mate for battalions with vacancies. In event of no vacancies, Knox requested St. Clair employ Grasson on medical line.
Archive Reports 1891
