Independence National Historical Park
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Whore Troubles
10/05/1798 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHawkins expresses outrage over the number of whores and rogues in the area of the Creek Nation once headed by Seagrove. They cannot get used to the "new order of things" and may resort to mischeif.
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Vouchers Drawn
07/10/1798 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHawkins inquires about vouchers drawn on the Secretary of War, and a misunderstanding between the military and Mr. Price.
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Unpaid Account
09/04/1798 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHawkins discusses his account that has not been paid for the last two years.
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Settlements on Indian Lands
07/16/1798 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHawkins has proceeded up the river, along with two commissioners from Georgia, and they are in agreement about his statement. They have found that some families are living on Indian land. Although …
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Response to Allegations Against Him
06/22/1798 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHawkins responds to allegations made by Seaborne Jones, that he is partial to the Indians in Georgia. He says that the Commissioners of Georgia and others witnessed his work, and that they sought the …
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Report on Creeks
09/04/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyLists a number of enclosures and addresses issue of stipends for Creek Indians. Is adamant about not giving presents, but feels they are entitled to yearly stipends.
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Negotiations Between Hawkins and the Creek
06/24/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyA lengthy letter addressing the negotiations between Hawkins and the Creek Indians. The peace belt is also mentioned as well as the introduction of farming and manufacturing.
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Negotiations between Hawkins and Creeks
06/24/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyLetter addresses negotiations between Hawkins and Creek Indians. Mentions peace belt and introduction of farming and manufacturing.
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Hunters in the Woods
12/22/1798 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHawkins notifies McHenry of hunters that have taken to the woods, and of the Chiefs' cooperation. Also discussion of the capture and return of Mr. McIntosh's runaway slaves.
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Boundary Lines in Georgia
08/07/1798 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHawkins explains the three enclosed letters to McHenry. He also expresses concern over the boundary line between the citizens of the US and the Indians.
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Boundaries and Vouchers
08/07/1798 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHawkins is writing to Simmons with regard to the report of the commissioners appointed to mark the boundaries. He also questions the draft vouchers and the bi-yearly settlement of accounts.
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Tension in the Creek Nation
10/26/1799 Author's Letterbook CopyHawkins concerned about tension in Creek Nation. Many of the Indian nations do not want war with Creeks. Creeks are generally more hostile because the fear loss of their land.
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Report of the Chiefs of the Upper and Lower Creeks
05/18/1799 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorThe Indians report to Hawkins that they are going to all of the nations to tell them to assist the men running the boundary line between the United States and Spain. Hawkins approved and offered …
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Punishment of mischief makers; William Augustus Bowles
11/06/1799 Author's Letterbook CopyInforms of efforts to aid Creek chiefs in execution of plan to punish mischief makers. Discusses talk to nation concerning William Augustus Bowles and his attempts to disturb the peace.
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Negotiations Between Hawkins and the Creeks
04/15/1799 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHawkins outlines the negotiations between Hawkins and the Creeks. Hawkins proposes that the chiefs elect two representative chiefs and ten hunters and guides for each to accompany Hawkins to …
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Murder in Georgia
02/27/1799 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHakwins begins the latter with a discussion of white man by an Indian. The Chiefs have assured Hawkins that justice will be done.
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Civilizing the Creek
01/09/1799 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHawkins is pleased with the Creeks for accepting the plan for their civilization. The Creeks have adapted well to raising livestock and are becoming better at manufacturing. Hawkins comments on the …
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British Conduct; William Augustus Bowles
10/20/1799 Author's Letterbook CopyHawkins disturbed by British conduct. Notes that by sending Bowles into the U.S. to meet with Indians, Great Britain is complicit in disturbing peace of the nation.
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05/08/1799Possible duplicate of Report of the Chiefs of the Upper and Lower Creeks (same date)
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Success of Expedition; William Augustus Bowles
07/10/1800 Author's Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses expedition along southern frontier. Deputation from the nation went down the Chattahootchee River. Ships cannonaded the St. Marks fort. Mentions William Augustus Bowles and the …
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