Cornell University Libraries: Department of Rare Books
12 documents
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Regarding Invalid Pensions
Secretary Knox notifies General Lincoln of circumstances that have caused him to update the pay warrant prior to issuance.
Interleaved Document in Washington Irving's Life of George Washington. -
Knox writes to Lincoln regarding invalids
Secretary Knox asks that Lincoln update the list of invalids eligible for payment by removing the deceased from the rolls. Knox request that this information be forwarded to him.
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Status of Ensign Thompson
Knox informs Wadsworth of the status of Ensign Thompson. Knox also mentions military recruiting efforts, fighting Indians, and the Kentucky militia. Finally he inquires into Wadsworth's health.
Interleaved Document in Washington Irving's Life of George Washington. -
Invalid Pensioner
Knox informs James Mott that an invalid pensioner, Lieutenant Garret Hendriksen, has been incorrectly paid.
Interleaved Document in Washington Irving's Life of George Washington. -
Contingent appointment to Colonel Hull
Secretary Knox makes a contingent offer to appoint Colonel Hull, a Brigadier. The decision of General Brooks to accept appointment will impact the offer made to Hull.
Interleaved Document in Washington Irving's Life of George Washington. -
Knox directs Hodgdon to deliver artillery to Pennsylvania
Knox asks that Hodgdon fill the Governor of Pennsylvania's request for artillery.
Henry Knox. -
Fortification of ports and harbors
Secretary Knox corresponds with Governor Josiah Bartlett of New Hampshire on matters pertaining to the fortification of Portsmouth harbor.
Interleaved Document in Washington Irving's Life of George Washington. -
Pickering writes to Anthony Wayne regarding the General's request for leave
Letter, discusses leave of absence from the army for Wayne. Decision to grant or deny leave has been delayed by the absence of General Washington.
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Secretary McHenry writes to the Governor of Georgia on Creek Indians and assignment of Benjamin Hawkins as agent
Secretary at War details federal measures to pacify the frontier to Governor Irwin. Mentions assignment of Benjamin Hawkins as agent.
Interleaved Document in Washington Irving's Life of George Washington. -
Authorization to Remove Rigging
Permission for Mr. Frances to remove rigging from frigate and place on another ship.
James McHenry. -
Secretary at War writes to the Governor of Tennesee regarding militia
Secretary McHenry informs Governor Wood of the federal mandate to raise, equip, organize, and keep in readiness a body of militia fit for action.
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Refers to Letter from Col. Smith about Presidential Appointment
Comments on the tone of a letter from Col. Smith, between an officer and a private. Requests that the President decide to recall the appointment to Fowler and award Fonda instead.
Alexander Hamilton.
