State Historical Society of Wisconsin: Archives Division
101 documents
Congressional resolution regarding government of the northwest territory
Congressional ordinance establishing governing authority in the northwest territories.
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)Application for Receipts
In accordance with a request by John Pierce, Wolcott is requesting that Huntington transmit to him copies of regimental agents' receipts so that settlements can be completed.
Gratz Collection of AutographsWilliam Knox informs Martin of appointment
William Knox forwards to Joseph Martin the Congressional resolve appointing him agent to the Chickasaw Nation.
Henry Miller PapersWilliam Knox conveys Congressional resolutions to Martin
William Knox forwards copies of the resolves made by Congress on 1 September 1788 to Joseph Martin.
Henry Miller PapersThomson provides true copy of Congressional resolution to William Knox
Congress resolves to request inquiry by the executive of North Carolina into the alleged hostilities perpetrated by John Sevier against the Cherokees. Certified true copy provided by Charles Thomson …
Henry Miller PapersThomson provides true copy of Congressional resolution to William Knox
Charles Thomson provides a certified true copy of the Congressional appointment of Joseph Martin to William Knox.
Henry Miller PapersThomson provides true copy of Congressional resolution to William Knox
Congress allocates funds to defray the costs associated with making treaty with the Southern Indians.
Henry Miller PapersSpeech Regarding Land Disputes
Butlers speech addressed Indians of North Western territory regarding land disputes and settlement of boundary between the U.S. and the Six Nations. Recounted past treaties. Butler notified the Six …
Draper MSS-Frontier Wars MSSNotification of Appointment
Official notification of appointment as Agent for Cherokee Indians and enclosed act of Congress that approved the appointment. Some guidelines for performing job outlined. Appointment was due to …
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)Military command authority established for governor of western territories by Congress
Congress resolves to establish military authority of the governor of the western territories. Congress resolves to have state militia and federal troops put at the disposal of the governor of the …
Henry Miller PapersKnox informs Martin of appointment
Knox notifies Joseph Martin of his appointment as U.S. agent to the Cherokee Nation.
Henry Miller PapersAn act to amend the several acts respecting the Militia
Outlines governor's role in calling up, regulating, and using militia.
Draper-Patterson Manuscripts[Duplicate] Enclosed Appointment as Agent to Chickasaws
Duplicate, enclosed resolve of Congress appointing J. Martin as agent to Chickasaws with same responsibilities as his appointment to the Cherokee Nation. Details on methods of communication with …
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)[Duplicate] Appointment as Agent to Chickasaws
Duplicate notifying Martin (Marten?) of Congressional resolve appointing him Agent to Chickasaws. Notifications to other offices to be mailed.
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)[By the United States in Congress Assembled] Resolve to Protect Cherokees
Resolution of Congress that ordered Secretary of War to assemble troops to march from Ohio for the protection of the Cherokee Indians. Troops are meant to keep peace between whites and Indians and …
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)Request for Intelligence from the Secretary at War, Concerning Indians & Indian-Fighting in Tennessee
Discusses proposed plan of raising a regiment of 560 privates and non-commissioned officers at Holstein Valley, for 3 year's service against Indians. Lists several questions, most concerning …
King's Mountain PapersOrder for payment from James Wilkinson
Orders to pay doctor for services.
Draper-Patterson ManuscriptsDelivery of Powder
Enclosed bill for powder and delivery information of several orders for powder.
File 1789, Nov 23Compiled List
Bulleted list of questions and statements. Mentioned "hawk notes" and the Pioneer Association of Cincinnati, an essay or writing of some type on the Historical Collections of Tuskcarawa Valley, a …
Henry Miller Papers[United States ratification of the Treaty of Fort Harmer]
Articles outline boundary line between U.S. and Six Nations and determined separate lands held by each of the Indian Nations. U.S. to enforce law and punishment for all violations mentioned herein. …
Draper MSS-Frontier Wars MSSTermination of Scouts for Protection
Notification letter that ended the use of scouts and patrols to protect against Indian attacks. Although the scouts were held in high esteem by the public, they are overall inefficient for protecting …
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)Schedule of Pay and Rations
A schedule of pay and rations, Approved April 30, 1790. Lists dollars for each position and quantity of goods allocated for soldiers.
Henry Miller PapersReceipt of James Wilkinson.
Wilkinson acknowledges receipt of the sum of sixty-two pounds [currency] seven shillings from William Clark, being the amount due to John Griswald by said Clark.
William Clark PapersPayment of Invalids
Invalids unpaid, requested a return of arrearages due the Invalids.
George Clinton LettersOrders for Calling Up Scouts
Instructions for calling up scouts, their pay, and other particulars.
George R. Clark Papers
