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Extract of letter from Major General Anthony Wayne to Secretary of War Henry Knox from Hobson's Choice, near Fort Washington on campaign preparations
Extract of letter copied by John Stagg, War Department Clerk. Wayne reports he is attempting to call out Kentucky militia through Governor Isaac Shelby. Shelby has appointed Major General Charles …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dExtract of a letter from his Excellency Edward Tilfair to the Secretary of War
Barbarities of Indians forced Telfair to send troops to frontier for additional protection of settlers.
Congress; 1st Session to the 9th Congress, 1st Session to House of RepresentativesExtract from Letter Written by Morgan to Knox
Morgan appealed to Knox for amendments to be made to the Articles of War that govern the Courts and pertain to Judge Advocates. Letter copied by Johnathan Stagg.
Anthony Wayne PapersEvidence of Sedition
Letter from General Anthony Wayne to Secretary Knox describing evidence of sedition.
Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Manuscript CollectionEstimates for Cash
Encloses estimate of cash required at the Quarter Master's Department, according to request of the Commander in Chief. Promises readiness of estimate as promised. Expresses expectations for Hodgdon to …
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Estimate of Supplies Furnished to the Militia of Georgia
Since the 1793 accounts of the Contractor for supplying the troops in Georgia have not been received, Wolcott is uable to provide an estimate of the supplies furnished to the militia under the orders …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Estimate of Money and Statement of Account
Encloses estimate of money and statements of accounts needed for the present campaign.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Encloses Quartermaster Statements with Seasonal Requests
Encloses statement of disbursement for the Quartermaster Department with necessary requests for this season. Discusses quality of stores, particularly cavalry clothing.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Enclosed List of Sundry Articles, Indian Relations
Enclosed list of sundry articles that must be purchase along with letter from Quartermaster General specifying the need to purchase items. Mentioned Seneca Indians at Niagara, desire for for treaty.
James Robertson PapersDistilled Spirits to be Issued to Troops
Hamilton has concluded to have purchases of distilled spirits made on the accounts of the government for the use of the army.
Solomon Sibley PapersDispatches for Major General Wayne; Pay Matters
Dispatches for Major General Wayne will be sent forward upon arrival. boats are ready to carry the troops on the march from Carlisle. Will pay attention to instructions respecting paying the troops on …
James Robertson PapersDiscussion of Return of Receipts for Military Stores
Letter, discusses return of receipts re military stores.
Jeremiah Olney PapersDiscussion of Field Artillery, Including Cannon Required
Letter, discusses corps of artillery; asks for brass field pieces; mentions foreign affairs.
Letter From the GovernorsDiscusses Estimates, Supplies, and Transportation
Encloses extract of letter from the Secretary of the Treasury with a reply from Major Craig. Discussion of estimates and concern of Commander in Chief to provide promised supplies. Refers to recovery …
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Disbursements Needed for the Treasury
Encloses abstract of disbursements for the month of March of the general military stores. Requests account for the Treasury.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Detention of Indians and Local Activity of the Spaniards
Seagrove reports to Knox that he has detained some Indians on suspicion of mischief. One cut his throat; actions were his own, as he kept his intentions from his fellow prisoners. Indians being …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dDetails 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.1-3Department 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)Delivery of Packets and Letters; Whiskey Supplies
Will send forward packets and letters with Lieutenant Underhill to Fort Washington. Mentions Governor St. Clair. Discusses contractor agent and the availability of whiskey to troops. Has provided for …
James Robertson PapersDelivery of Letters to Fort Washington; State of the River; Attendance on Indians
Lieutenant Tinley set of for Fort Washington with letters; he will take charge of stores forwarded there since Captain Pike's departure. Captain Pratt will set off in a few days. Makes mention of …
James Robertson PapersDelivery of Letters and Money
Received letters, including those for General Wayne at Legion Ville. Mentions delivery of money and Doctor Carmichael. Reference to Colonel Procter and powder.
James Robertson PapersDefective Howitzers & Request for Replacement
Wayne complains about the defective nature of his howitzers and asks for replacements of the same properties and caliber that are of better quality. Postscript includes birthday wishes for President …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3
