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Knox, William (1756-1795) to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03594 Author/Creator: Knox, William (1756-1795) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 June 1787 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 32.4 x 20.8 cm. Order a Copy

Confirms Knox's travel plans, mentioning a stop with Mr. [Samuel] Ogden, and declaring he imagines Knox will return by Saturday evening. Discusses mail Knox has received, particularly a letter from James White, the Superintendent of Indian Affairs for the Southern Department. This letter contains various enclosures regarding the Creek Indians, including White's correspondence with Creek chief Alexander McGillivray. Writes that "as these papers and his [White's] letter are of consequence we are copying them for the inspection of Congress in case of their being in session." Mentions the recent arrival of a ship and discusses the passengers aboard. Also discusses preparations for the local Independence Day celebration, wishing Knox had left some instructions about "port fires" [fireworks] for the festivities. Adds that Baron [Friedrich von] Steuben has arrived in town. Finally, mentions he has received reports from Captains Burbeck and Savage regarding troop desertions.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Knox, William, 1756-1795
White, James, 1749-1809
McGillivray, Alexander, 1750-1793

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