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1791/07/07
Greenway, James (fl. 1756)
Contract with state of Virginia to trade with Cherokee Indians
Signed by Greenway and Barclay McGhee as merchants contracting to trade with the Cherokee Indians
GLC02638
circa 1789-1795
Knox, Henry (1750-1806)
Indian Expedition & Indian affairs generally
Knox's report as Secretary of War: "Congress were informed in their last Session of the efforts which had been made to accomplish a peace with the hostile Indians north of the Ohio. These having failed it became a duty of the Executive to take such...
GLC02437.10354
October-November 1792
[Report] [incomplete]
Discusses tension between the Cherokee Indians and the settlers. Letterpress copy. Ink is very faded, making it difficult to read.
GLC02437.10364
circa 1792
[Congressional inquiry]
Discusses the [Congressional] inquiry into the failure of the expedition under Major General Arthur St. Clair - this was St. Clair's Defeat, also known as the "Columbia Massacre," or the "Battle of the Wabash" in 1791 where the Indians were fighting...
GLC02437.10449
1 June 1790
Freeman, Ezekiel (fl. 1790)
[Account]
Account of Henry Knox for disbursements regarding Indian treaties with the United States. Noted as a copy in the docket and as written at the auditor's office.
GLC02437.10587
8 May 1792
U.S. Congress
[House Report on St. Clair's Expedition]
House inquiry, led, by Mr. [Thomas] FitzSimons concerning the failure of an expedition under General Arthur St. Clair. Gives a report on what happened that day and all of the circumstances that led to the failure of the expedition. Noted as an...
GLC02437.10590
1787/12/20
Baldwin, Abraham (1754-1807)
to Nicholas Gilmore re: destruction of Indian towns
Writes concerning his belief in a state conspiracy "I believe the present design of the state is a general destruction of the Indian towns."
GLC02470.01
1787/12/04
Blount, William (1749-1800)
to Speakers of Gen. Assembly of state of NC re: forwarding a copy of treaty
GLC02470.05
1788/08/08
Pinckney, Charles C. (1746-1825)
to Richard Caswell re: entering an agreement with Gov. of NC & SC about defense
Caswell was Governor of North Carolina. Labeled "Duplicate" at top.
GLC02470.33
23 July 1792
to Winthrop Sargent
Later copy. Gives orders to Sargent concerning the protection of the North West territory. Mentions directing General Anthony Wayne to provide an escort for the governor of Georgia. Noted as written at the War Department.
GLC02437.05553
States that he is "mortified" that Sargent declined the office of Adjutant and Inspector General. He does not know who will be appointed. Discusses Arthur St. Clair, the governor of the Northwest territory. Writes, "When I last saw the governor, he...
GLC02437.05556
24 July 1792
to Edward Carrington
Informs Carrington that he has received his letters concerning appointments for young officers and that though they generally arrived too late, he will keep them in mind for future consideration. States that there were many more applications than...
GLC02437.05558
8 August 1792
Later copy. Briefly mentions a number of topics, including the French Revolution and the government situation with the Eastern Territory.
GLC02437.05573
3 September 1792
McClure, David (1748-1820)
to Henry Knox
Writes concerning the state of the Indian wars. Though he prefers peaceful ways to settle the conflicts, acknowledges that "[p]acific measures which I wished ardently at first, are now probibly [sic] too late. When I wrote you, I knew not that so...
GLC02437.05596
6 September 1792
[Minutes of a conversation]
Minutes of a conversation between Knox and two "Commissionaires of his Catholic Majesty" from Spain, José Ignacio de Viar and José de Jáudenes y Nebot. Discusses relations between Spain and the United States as well as those with the Indians....
GLC02437.05601
22 October 1792
Responds to a previous letter from Knox (GLC02437.10255) and thanks him for ordering copies of his "Sermons on the Moral law." States that Knox has suggested the only plan for teaching the Native Americans "civilization": "an incorporation of white...
GLC02437.05664
28 October 1792
Allison, David (fl. 1792)
Informs Knox that Mr. Reed brought news from "the falls of the Ohio." On his way to Allison's location, Reed met with Mr. Irwin, who reported that "five or six hundred Indians in the beginning of this month had appeared on the Frontiers of...
GLC02437.05671
29 October 1792
Sargent, Winthrop (1753-1820)
Writes a letter of introduction for the bearer, Captain Mayette writing: "for if he is not for us he will be decidedly against us - and his Influence is very considerable amongst the Indians... The British and Spaniards I have no Doubt would purchase...
GLC02437.05678
10 November 1792
Discusses land business as well as shipping and invoices. Writes that in his area, "mole hills may be magnified to mountains and the smallest mistakes that have relation to the war Department may judging from precedent be made use of to incriminate...
GLC02437.05695
16 February 1793
[Notes on instructions to commissioners negotiating treaties with the northern and western Indians]
Later copy. A set of notes made in 1848 from the original instructions from Knox to commissioners negotiating a treaty with the Northwestern Indians (see GLC02437.05823). The top of page one is marked "1848" in a different hand. The commissioners...
GLC02437.05822
[Instructions sent to the treaty commissioners regarding negotiations with the northern and western Indians]
Instructions tell commissioners to be knowledgeable of previous treaties with the northern and western Indians, especially the 1789 treaty signed at Fort Harmar. If there are conflicting claims desires them "to be liberal in granting additional...
GLC02437.05823
3 March 1793
Jackson, Henry (1747-1809)
Signed and initialed by Jackson. References a previous letter of Knox's (no date). Says the enclosed letter should be delivered by Knox to William Bingham (not included). States no time is to be lost if Bingham is to buy the tract mentioned in his...
GLC02437.05841
26 April 1793
Gunn, James (1753-1801)
Georgia Senator Gunn writes to Knox to inform him of problems with the Indians in the Southeast. References a previous conversation they had where Knox pledged two companies of troops would arrive in Georgia by April. Says "The death of General...
GLC02437.05880
30 April 1793
Lee, Henry (1756-1818)
Says his proposed trip across the Atlantic must take place soon. Is at a loss to describe the situation in France. Hopes Knox can send him information. Wants his intentions kept secret though. Asks "is there any danger in passing the Atlantic in...
GLC02437.05883
17 May 1793
to James Wilkinson
Later copy. Thanks him for the various letters and the news they conveyed. Says "I am persuaded that your good sense as well as inclination will lead you to unite cordially with General Wayne, and to promote a Spirit of harmony throughout the...
GLC02437.05893
10 June 1793
Says he returned from a tour of St. Mary's on 24 May. Describes the situation in Georgia after Alexander McGillivray's death. Says James Seagrove, the U.S. Indian agent amongst the Creeks, has done all he can to prevent war. Reports that Panton's...
GLC02437.05899
19 October 1793
Hichborn, Benjamin (1746-1817)
Says he sent several letters to Knox since arriving in Europe. Tells Knox he is leaving Europe sometime in the spring when his affairs are wrapped up. Mentions "there are various expectations about the part America will take in the present War, but...
GLC02437.05948
10 November 1793
Knox, Henry Jackson (1780-1832)
Tells his father that he shall return to Boston tomorrow. Says Henry Cornplanter "wishes to go with me if you are willing. I think I heard you say, when he was at Newark that he might go to be under General Lincolns care." Hopes he can soon...
GLC02437.05968
1 December 1793
References Knox's letter of 20 November. Hopes his return this early into Philadelphia will be safe. Notes he will ship four loads of potatoes along with beef and butter and that he has arranged to have newspapers forwarded to him. Believes...
GLC02437.05985
23 December 1793
Henley, David (1749-1823)
[Voucher for Henley's pay as a clerk in War Department]
Asks James Henry Langier, a clerk in the War Department, to give his pay to Burgess Allison. He is asking for pay for his services as clerk in the War Department from 1-5 July. The total is $7. It is signed at the bottom by Allison stating he...
GLC02437.06004
24 December 1793
Ogden, Samuel (1746-1810)
Received a letter from Canada this morning relating an account from Detroit that "the Indians have not been able to assemble more than between eight and nine hundred Men; That they had Cutt off the Escort of Provision." Says Mrs. Ogden's health is...
GLC02437.06005
18 January 1794
to Nicholas Hoffman
Will mention his application to the Secretary of the Treasury, whose department handles the purchasing of supplies. Hoffman had offered supplies the government was to send to the Six Nations (see GLC02437.06024). Will also mentions Hoffman's...
GLC02437.06028
2 June 1794
Discusses Indian affairs in Georgia and recommends troops. Writes, "I again suggest the Policy of collecting all the Troops acting under Federal Authority and forming a camp in a situation which will hold the Indians in check." Recommends the...
GLC02437.06111
14 June 1794
to Thomas Mifflin
Later copy. Reports he was instructed by the President to inform Mifflin that the president's prior decision made on the 24th still stands. Writes, "It must be obvious to you, sir, and seems even to result from some of the information you have...
GLC02437.06119
6 July 1794
King, Rufus (1755-1827)
Discusses a rumor he heard regarding a confrontation between the Indians and part of Anthony Wayne's Army. Says it is has been reported "that the Indians were victorious and had brought Forty Scalps into Detroit - that the savages had collected...
GLC02437.06136
7 July 1794
Wayne, Anthony (1745-1796)
Copy of a letter describing the build up to the Battle of Fallen Timbers. States Major [William] McMahon was attacked at Fort Recovery by a large band of Indians early in the morning. Reports the attacks lasted all day and night, and throughout the...
GLC02437.06137
16 July 1794
Clerical copy in the hand of War Dept. clerk Samuel Lewis. Discusses the Indians retreat from Fort Recovery and the routes they took. Believes the Wabash Indians and Patawatimes Indians, ranging from 250 to 300 each, broke off from the main body...
GLC02437.06147
23 July 1794
Discusses the preparation for an expedition (possibly the build-up to the Battle of Fallen Timbers that took place on 20 August 1794). Notes there have been volunteers pouring in ever since his arrival. Reports General [Charles] Scott has moved to...
GLC02437.06150
31 July 1794
A letter from Winthrop Sargent quoting C. [possibly Caleb] Swan. Reports the army marched out of Greenville, Ohio today. Notes the men were in good spirits and well supplied. Comments on the talents of General [Anthony] Wayne and the abilities of...
GLC02437.06155
5 September 1794
Discusses information he gathered from an officer regarding the army. Reports on the distances of forts and other landmarks located near Fort Recovery along with General [Anthony] Wayne's recent actions. Also reports General Wayne was attacked by...
GLC02437.06193
6 September 1794
Stagg, John, Jr. (1758-1803)
Informs Knox the results from the general meeting at Redstone in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania have not come back yet. Encloses newspapers (not included) that notes Governor [John Graves] Simcoe's "singular conduct." Reports on the progress of the...
GLC02437.06194
15 September 1794
Informs Knox the commissioners have returned but a decision has not been reached. Notes that the "deluded people, it appears, are bent on destruction." Mentions more citizens are stepping forth and enrolling in the militia. Also notes the governor's...
GLC02437.06208
2 October 1794
A note informing Knox he has enclosed this morning's paper which contains the official account of General [Anthony] Wayne's success (likely referring to Wayne's victory at the Battle of Fallen Timbers on 20 August 1794). "Free" stamped on address...
GLC02437.06214
20 October 1794
Informs Knox he received his letter regarding the commission from Carolina. Encloses a deed (not included) and needs Knox to have it signed by a federal judge. Discusses his wife's failing health. Congratulates Knox and Mrs. [Lucy] Knox on their...
GLC02437.06226
29 October 1794
Asks Knox for assistance with some personal business. Mentions he does not think he can make it to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Discusses his opinion on the relationship between the Indians and the local government.
GLC02437.06231
30 October 1794
Seagrove, James (fl. 1792-1795)
[List of goods to be purchased for the Creek Indians]
An estimate of goods to be purchased for the Creek Indians. The list includes items such as blankets, tailor's thread, saddles, and rifles with an estimated cost of $8.915.
GLC02437.06233
circa 1794
Unknown
[List of expenses for the year 1794]
A list of the sums of money disbursed throughout the year of 1794. The expenses include pay subsistence and Forage of the Legion, clothing, bounty, hospital department, repairs , defence protection, Indian department, quartermaster's department...
GLC02437.06291
17 May 1795
to Edward Rutledge
Mentions an expedition going west and a personal trip up to Maine.
GLC02437.06417
5 March 1796
Bingham, William (1752-1804)
Discusses land purchase negotiations with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring. Also considers the purchase of Indian lands, though the location of those lands is unspecified. Writes that General [Henry] Jackson has been too busy lately to help with...
GLC02437.06653
12 December 1797
Belknap, Jeremy (1744-1798)
Discusses a treaty with the Indians and sends his compliments to him.
GLC02437.07065
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