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  Mr. Hamilton Was Taken with a Fever

  It is reported to Knox that Alexander Hamilton has been taken with a fever and has been warned by Doctor Bellville that it would be extremely dangerous for him to venture out.
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  Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon

  Major Craig forwards returns and a report from a board of officers to Samuel Hodgdon.
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  Arrival of Letters; Guidance Requested Regarding Quarters for Officers' Families

  Boat arrived from Fort Washington with several large packets addressed to Secretary of War, and Oliver Wolcott, Junior, Esquire. Encloses letter from Quarter Master General. Also received letter from Governor St. Clair. Requests guidance respecting barracks department, since officers have left their families at Pittsburg who expect to be furnished with quarters and fuel.
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  Letters will be Answered; Forward Information on Army; March of Lieutenant Whistler

  Letters will be answered next post. Forward any important information from the Army. Lieutenant Whistler marched from Hagers Town Maryland for Fort Pitt with 50 recruits.

• Letter Citation

  Cited in JM to Knox, 11/02/1793.

• Opinions on the Relations of the United States with Several European Countries.

  The members of the Cabinet provide their opinions on a number of maritime matters. They want Circular letters sent to a number of European countries regarding the extent of U.S. jurisdiction into the sea and the taking of depositions. They also advise on the disposition of a number of foreign vessel being held in American ports.

• Letter Citation

  Cited in Knox to Wayne, 03/31/1794. Proceedings of a council of the Six Nations at Buffaloe Creek.

• $1045 for the Quartermaster's Department

  Kean is asked to advance to Samuel Hodgdon $1045 on account of the Quartermaster's Department for which sum Hodgdon is held accountable. This sum should be charged to a separate account with the Treasury of the United States.

• Cloathing Received in 1793

  Account of the clothing received in the months of July through October in 1793. No image available.

• Ordnance Stores Received at Pittsburgh

  Ordnance Stores Received at Pittsburgh In the Months [of] July, August, September 1793.
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  Transportation of the Military Stores

  Enclosed is the account of the transportation of the military stores by Hewitt's friend Nathan Baker. The money should be paid to the bearer who will provide a receipt.

• Letter Citation

  Cited in Knox to Henley, 12/24/1793.

• Present State of Indian Affairs

  The Indians dispostion to renew the peace with the United States is hindered only by the lawless action of the frontier inhabitants of Georgia. Major Gaither reports that he is unable to muster the militia since there are presently none in service. Since there is no return from the Governor, it is not certain that a force has been called up to protect the frontiers as ordered by the President.
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  Letter from Joseph Perkins

  Illegible document.

• Letter Citation

  Cited in Knox to Lee, 11/09/1793; Knox to Lee, 11/20/1793.
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  Payment to Colonel William Sample for pay and subsistence

  Winston requests to Howell a payment of $160 to Colonel William Sample.

• Report on Indian Activity

  Blount reports on General Sevier's pursuit of the Indians who murdered a frontier family and Blount's attempt to communicate with the Cherokees. Presently there are no major actions by the Indians but still many minor ones except for the massacre of Mrs. Lewis and her children in Greasy Cove, an area previously thought to be safe.

• Letter Citation

  Cited in Craig to Hodgdon, 11/01/1793.

• Their Ardor and Spirit Were Well Checked

  General Sevier reports on successful military actions against the Cherokee and Creek Indians in which towns and prisoners were taken and food and provisions destroyed. He believes Indian morale has been severely damaged by these engagements.
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  Describes Indian Attacks; Lists Vouchers

  Refers to attack by Sergeants Rowland and Michaela's dragoons on Indians with one fatality, and another defeat under L. Lowry and Mr. Boyd with loads of corn. Lists vouchers. Refers to orders from the Commander in Chief to purchase horses in Kentucky.
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  The Main Army

  [Mostly illegible] Shaylor sent by Capt. Johnathan Strong [?] a letter containing 25 dollars.
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  Sale of Bonds Receipt

  Certification that Knox sold 2 shares of stock in the Bank of the United States.
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  Report from Major General Anthony Wayne to Secretary of War Henry Knox from Camp Southwest Branch of Miami, six miles advanced of Fort Jefferson

  Extract of letter from Major General Anthony Wayne to the Secretary of War Henry Knox from Camp S.W. Branch of Miami River six miles ahead of Fort Jefferson. Reports a successful march of his army; has stopped in want of provisions at Still Water. Assures Knox that he will not give up an inch of ground to the Indians. A chief difficulty is providing security for the convoys of provisions. Wayne reports that wagon train was attacked by savages. Commanded by Lieutenant Lowry of 2d Sub Legion, and Ensign Boyd of 1st Sub Legion; consisted of 90 men and 20 wagons loaded with grain and stores. Date of attack 17 October, 15 killed. Material losses: 70 horses. Stores and wagons were left standing. Has detached company of light infantry and dragoons to reinforce Colonel Hamtranck as escort to Quartermaster General and Contractor's Wagons and pack horses. Reports that he has received the return General Scott's mounted volunteers, encamped at Fort Jefferson. Suggests that the season may be too far advanced for future service. Reports that Indians at Au Glaize have sent women and children to a secret recess and warriors have gathered in force. Savages cannot continue to concentrate, for lack of provisions. Troops are well provisioned. Sickness continues to afflict the army, particularly influenza; General Wilkinson is dangerously ill at Fort Jefferson. Intent is to move to take new ground as soon as the convoys are properly reinforced. Expects to find resistance.
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  Issues of Supply & Initial Contacts with Indians

  Notes Legion's march from Hobson's Choice continued from Oct. 7 to the 13th, when it stopped for lack of provisions. Notes that rations contractors are totally inadequate, and the entire Legion has been engaged in moving provisions, as the contractors cannot. Nonetheless optimistic about staying supplied, and vows not to fall back. Notes problem of protecting supply convoys, and relates tale of an attack upon one on the 17th near Fort Jefferson (blaming its capture on most of the soldiers fleeing). Notes his spies report the Indians are sending their noncombatants away and mustering for battle, but that they (unlike his force, which has resupplied itself) cannot remain mustered long, for want of supplies. Notes being deprived of men due to sickness (incl. Gen. Wilkinson) and resignation; plans to move forward once expected convoy reaches him.

• Letter Citation

  Cited in Freeman to Simmons, 02/13/1799.