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Subsistence Money due Mr. Greaton
Sarah Greaton has written the Secretary at War, for the second time, concerning subsistence pay for her husband, Mr. Greaton. Sarah Greaton writes that she has worked exceptionally hard just to afford …
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)Statement of the Monies Paid to General Sevier
Allison presents Howell with a statement of the monies which he believed were paid by General Sevier to the forces from the territory south of the Ohio, including the sums allegedly paid to the …
Post Revolutionary War Manuscripts, 1784-1811. (RG94) (M904)Speech of the Delaware & Muhhuonnuk Indians
Speech of the Delaware and Muhhuonnuk chiefs. Discusses peace talks, murdered messengers, Indian politics, hostile Indians, land claims along the Wabash & Miami Rivers, and poisoned food & liquor.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionSpeech made to the Oneidas by Congress and the Board of War September 1781 and overdue claims for service during late Revolution made by Good Peter and Skenandoah
Pickering informs Knox that Good Peter handed him a speech made to the Oneidas by Congress or the Board of War in September 1781. According to the Reverend Samuel Kirkland, Good Peter and his friend …
Samuel Kirkland PapersSolution for Small Pox in Recruiting Camp
Wayne sent some troops to Block house to protect borders of Washington and Ohio Counties. Wayne awaits orders from Knox regarding vaccination for small pox. Hostile Indians supported by British are …
Anthony Wayne PapersSmith asks Knox for a larger salary
Letter, asks for raise in pay because he has a large family. Asks to be placed on an equal scale of pay with the rest of the young gentlemen under Knox's direction.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Sketch of Block House
Enclosed sketch of newly completed block house and other buildings with full description of size, location, and plan for additional buildings.
James Robertson PapersSituation in Ohio Country: Indians Demand Withdrawal, Soldiers Need Pay, Shortage of Officers
The Indians continue to demand that the United States withdraw to the south of the Ohio River. There is a severe shortage of officers; non-commissioned officers are now in posts which should be held …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Shipment Invoice
Invoice of shipment of light dragoon saddles and accoutrement to be shipped on the New York to Philadelphia Packet. Money paid upon delivery $85.50 to David Jackson.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Sheet Iron Not Arrived, Causing Delays in Production
Craig believed waggoners stopped over at their homes to plant corn while transporting cannons and sheet iron. Delay in transport has caused delay in production of camp kettles and other goods. Capt. …
James Robertson PapersSettler life on the western frontier
Reverend McClure writes Secretary Knox on Arthur St. Clair's campaign. Discusses Indian warfare and frontier and pioneer life. The southern people today experience what the first settlers of New …
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Settlement of the Accounts of the First and Second Regiments
Hodgdon notes that if the First and Second Regiments are not credited they will stand charged which will be duly noted in the final adjustment of accounts.
Post Revolutionary War Manuscripts, 1784-1811. (RG94) (M904)Settlement of Accounts
Preparing abstract to settle accounts, will work with Hodgdon to satisfy all debt.
James Robertson PapersSeparating the Powder Using the Sieves
Talks about using the sieves to separate the course from the fine grains of gun powder. Mentions using new casks. No stores have come to hand since last post, nor is there any news on any wagon being …
James Robertson PapersSargent reveals professional aspirations to Knox
Letter, Sargent discusses militia and his desire to advance in a military capasity.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Sargent Recommends Sebastian for Judge
Letter, discusses provision for Judge Advocate of the Army; recommends Sebastian for Judge of territory.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Sargent discusses the Battle of the Wabash with Knox
Letter, discusses Indians; discusses defeat of St. Clair's campaign; advises use of Indians in future campaigns.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Sargent discusses the Adjutant General with Knox
Letter, alludes to St. Clair's campaign defeat; discusses post of Adjutant general.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Sargent Discusses Indians Treaties with Knox
Letter, discusses Indian treaty.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Sargent discusses defective stores with Knox
Letter, describes errors in military stores; describes inferior quality of military stores.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Saddles for Dragoons
Agreeable to Dayton's request, Capt. John Stake examined the saddles offered for sale at the tavern by Mr. Williamson. He found them of good quality and well adapted for use by dragoons. They are …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
