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Proper Handling of Correspondence to General Wayne
Major Craig seek clarification from Secretary Knox regarding the proper handling of correspondance intended for General Wayne.
Isaac Craig PapersProcedure for Filling Vacancies & Preparations for Move Down the Ohio
There are a number of vacancies in the officer corps due to resignation, court martial, and even one suicide. Wayne wants to know the correct procedure for filling these vacancies. Since it appears …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Preparations for Movement of the Legion Beyond Fort Jefferson
Wayne plans to move the Legion to a point beyond Fort Jefferson as a way of inhibiting enemy action in that area because he is sure that the Indians are planning an imminent attack before scarcity of …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Preparation of Light Boats; Belief that the Clothing is not Infected
Prior to Hassleman's arrival, Craig had light boat prepared for Ensign Wallington with small party to escort him. Mentions Lieutenant Colonel Clarke, boats loaded with clothing and comments that the …
James Robertson PapersPleading for Orders, Backpay & New Recruits; Defenses at Greeneville Complete, and Expectations of Indians to Fight or Deal
Laments lack of word from Knox, which he attributes to an epidemic in Philadelphia; also laments continued unreliability of contractors. Reports defenses at Greeneville complete, and believes Indians …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Philip Audebat letter; Lieutenant Colonel Clarke; Stores Gone Forward
Received Philip Audebat letter. Lieutenant Colonel Clarke has set off for Fort Washington with Lieutenant Reed's detachment. Has sent stores forward. Is preparing quarterly returns.
James Robertson PapersPeace Mission of Cornplanter, Supplies & Artillery Needed at Legionville
The Cornplanter's peace message should be laid before Congress as soon as possible as he and his nephew are on their way to Philadelphia. Various items are needed at Legionville including a complete …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Payment of Soldiers Has Begun with Arrival of Paymaster General
Pay has been allowed for certain garrisons but not for all of them but since the Paymaster General is now present, most of the problems related to pay should soon be resolved.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Payment for Barr & Gibson
For the use of the Quartermaster's department, Belli has drawn on Knox the sum of $242 for Thomas Gibson and $1021 for Robert Barr. The total sum of $1263 Knox should honor with payment.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Pay warrant and receipt for salaries of the War Office
Account of War Office salaries. Includes John Stagg, Constant Freeman, Benjamin Bankson, Philip Audebert, Nathan Jones, James Henry Langier, David Henly, Jacob Hoffman, and Frederick Sprigg.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Otto discusses European affairs of state with Knox
Letter, discusses French Revolution; alludes to insurrection in England; discusses friendship with Knox.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Original Receipts Required
Executive cannot reimburse Virginia without original receipts from the expenses accrued for the protection of the frontier.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersOrder & Discipline in the Legion, and Reinforcements & Promotions
Wayne hopes the Legion's officers' communique on rations does not injure its impression of order and discipline, as these have been trained into them well. Detachment of Virginia dragoons has …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3On compensation for death of David Cornell, planned meeting of 10 September 1793, Spaniards, Governor Telfair's meetings with militia Generals, the killing of Cherokees in Southwest Territory and enclosures from Richard Thomas on the death of David Cornell and from Alexander Cornell
From Savannah, Seagrove discusses the manner of compensation for death of David Cornell and an Indian youth. Relates that the deaths of Captain Fleming and Mr Moffett at the robbery and murder at …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dOn compensation for death of David Cornell, planned meeting of 10 September 1793, Spaniards, Governor Telfair's meetings with militia Generals, the killing of Cherokees in Southwest Territory
From Savannah, Seagrove discusses the manner of compensation for death of David Cornell and an Indian youth. Relates that the deaths of Captain Fleming and Mr Moffett at the robbery and murder at …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dOgden reports to Knox regarding Indians
Letter; mentions reports of Indians gathering.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Obtaining Money
Instructions for St. Clair regarding Indian goods received and will be adhered to. Discussed methods of obtaining money, requests a sum of money immediately. Mentioned meeting in Sandusky for …
James Robertson PapersNotes Arrival of List of Promotions, as Well as Cornplanter
Wayne has received the list of promotions and appointments and has also welcomed the arrival of Corn Planter and other chiefs and warriors. He will endeavor to send them home in good spirits which …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3
