William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 14 September 1788 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 14 September 1788 write by William Knox. This book was released on 1788. William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 14 September 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. William attests to his endeavors to keep affairs in order at the War Office while Henry is away on business. Reports that a Mr. [Joseph] Martin has been appointed by a board of officers to command an Expedition against Chickamaga [sic] with 1000 men... Martin noted that the middle settlements and the Indians of the valley are disposed to Treat... (refer to GLC02437.03982). Notes that Martin received a friendly message from the Hangingman who succeeds the old Com Tassell. Announces that Congress voted New York to be the permanent seat of the United States Government. Relates other War Office business.
William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 14 October 1788
William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 14 October 1788 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 14 October 1788 write by William Knox. This book was released on 1788. William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 14 October 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. William, managing affairs in the War Office in Henry's absence, discusses military matters. Reports that Sergeant Alcott arrived at West Point with his complete party. Instructed Lieutenant Pratt to wait at Hartford, Connecticut for Henry Knox before departing with his party for West Point. Also reports receiving correspondence from the Marquis de Lafayette, forwarded by Mr. [John] Jay's office, regarding the Society of the Cincinnati. Docketed in pencil, possibly at a later date.
William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 22 August 1788
William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 22 August 1788 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 22 August 1788 write by William Knox. This book was released on 1788. William Knox to Henry Knox with Updates from the War Office, 22 August 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. William, managing the office of Secretary of War in Henry's absence, discusses the people in Boston and their opinion of him and Henry. Mentions the flourishing state of trade in [Boston]. Plans to take a restful two day vacation to the country. Received reports from Arthur St. Clair, Governor of the Northwest Territory, and General Josiah Harmar. They arrested six Chippewas suspected of murder. Refers to Mr. Martin's appointment by Congress as an agent to the Chickasaw and Cherokee Indians.
William Knox to Henry Knox about the Location of Congress and Military Matters, 2 September 1788
William Knox to Henry Knox about the Location of Congress and Military Matters, 2 September 1788 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook William Knox to Henry Knox about the Location of Congress and Military Matters, 2 September 1788 write by William Knox. This book was released on 1788. William Knox to Henry Knox about the Location of Congress and Military Matters, 2 September 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. William, attending business in Henry's absence, transmits two letters from Lucy Knox (possibly GLC02437.03976 and GLC02437.03979). Notes that Congress recently addressed the question of its permanent location. Six states were in favor of New York, while four were in favor of Philadelphia, so the question was lost as seven states are necessary for the decision. Discusses military matters: Royal Flint's clothing contract with [the War Department?]; Joseph Howell's appointment as Commissioner of Army Accounts; correspondence with Arthur St. Clair and Josiah Harmar; business with William Duer; Jeremiah Wadsworth's departure for Hartford, etc. Discusses news from Europe. Mentions ...the [British] prohibition of the wheat from this Country on account of the Hessian Fly. Notes that one of Henry's cows is missing and Caesar, possibly a slave or servant, has been searching for her.
William Knox to Henry Knox Reporting on War Office and Personal Matters, 16 September 1788
William Knox to Henry Knox Reporting on War Office and Personal Matters, 16 September 1788 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook William Knox to Henry Knox Reporting on War Office and Personal Matters, 16 September 1788 write by William Knox. This book was released on 1788. William Knox to Henry Knox Reporting on War Office and Personal Matters, 16 September 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Reports on personal matters and War Office business. Relates that Colonel [Edward] Carrington will accompany Lucy Knox from Trenton to New York. Discusses reports from Governor Arthur St. Clair and General Josiah Harmar on Indians in the Northwest Territory. Says many Indians have arrived at Fort Pitt...as yet it is uncertain whether they [sic] will be a great meeting of Indians or not, as many seem inclined to attend the Treaty at Detroit. Both Harmar and St. Clair fear the worst consequences might be apprehended to the posts in case hostilities should take place, as it would be in the power of the Savages, to cut off the communications to them. Notes that Major [John] Doughty sent Knox a return, and Jeremiah Wadsworth returned to New York.
