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• Matters that Require My Attention or Agency

  The President alerts the three Cabinet members of his impending visit to his home in Virginia and asks that they inform him of any matters that require his attention and action before his departure.
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  Dealings with Cornplanter

  As stated earlier, the Cornplanter is no longer needed in Philadelphia because the Farmer's brother and others have provided the necessary information. It is unfortunate that rumors have spread that the Cornplanter is estranged from us when the truth is that he angered his brethren when he visited us without their permission.
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  Transportation of Arms

  Directs arms & accoutrements for Georgia magazine; directs cleaning muskets & bayonets. States muskets should not come from Charlottesville manufacturer.
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  Letter from Secretary of War Henry Knox to Governor of Georgia Edward Telfair regarding application to President of United States for calling out militia and shipment of arms and ammunition on apprehension of danger from Cherokees

  Letter from Secretary at War Henry Knox to Governor of Georgia Edward Telfair. Knox notes that Georgia delegates have applied to President of United States to establish magazines of arms, ammunition, and provisions in Georgia, and to make provisional arrangements for calling out militia in neighboring states [North Carolina; South Carolina]. Knox notes that, although peace is expected with the Cherokees, and such measures may not be necessary, the President of United States wants to avert apprehensions from a lack of arms and ammunition. As such, President has directed Knox to form a magazine at Augusta of one thousand arms and proportionate ammunition. The articles are being prepared and will be shipped under charge of Major Robert Forsyth at Augusta. In the event of an invasion, he will issue arms at the request of the Governor. Arms issued to the militia and not returned will be charged to the state. Knox closes by noting that prospects of peace with Creeks and Cherokees renders it inexpedient to take an immediate order on the subject of forming magazines of provisions at present. He also notes that letters were written to Governors of South and North Carolina relative to Indian parties on the the frontier.
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  Intends to Prove Ordnance; Request for Three Pound Balls

  Proctor intends to prove some ordnance and says he needs 25 three-pound balls.
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  Awaiting List of Promotions & Appointments, as Essential to Legion Morale

  Wayne is anxiously awaiting the list of promotions and appointments in the Legion. He warns that the list is needed as a matter of morale and discipline.

• Letter Citation

  Cited O'Hara to Hodgdon, 03/17/1793.

• Letter Citation

  Cited in Hamilton to Knox, 03/18/1793.
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  Accounts of Captain Brooks

  Enclosed is Capt. Brooks's accounts and a copy of the receipt.
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  Enclosed Letter Regarding Supplies

  Cover letter with orders to remove supplies currently docked on Havre de Grace river to Philadelphia as soon as possible.
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  Request for Information on Bar Iron

  Cover letter regarding: Fear of all bar iron being used for ship ballast, Christie requests amount needed by the United States so it can be purchased before supplies are depleted.
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  Settling Powers' Account

  In response to Howell's letter requesting a settlement of his account, Powers notes that he was in Philadelphia in December for that purpose and was unable to provide the necessary vouchers. Since that time he has been trying to gather as much evidence as he can to arrive at the settlement.
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  Account of Wiatt Collier

  Certification of pay and service for Wiatt Collier, late Sergeant in the 1st Virginia Regiment. Collier is owed 87 dollars.
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  Ordnance & Military Stores

  Hodgdon is directed to examine the enclosed additional requisition for Ordnance and Military Stores and make a return for such articles that are on hand and make an estimate of the expense of those that are deficient.
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  Supplies

  Request to examine enclosed request for supplies with stipulation to only provide items that are on hand.
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  Money forwarded, treaty talks at Sandusky

  The Commissary of Military Stores sends payment by post, believing it safer and more expeditious than private conveyances. Mentions the treaty talks of Sandusky and its commissioners, Lincoln, Pickering and Randolph.
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  Regarding accounts

  Regarding accounts.
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  Hopes for Peace Conference & Preparations for Movement Should It Fail

  Knox talks about the coming peace conference with the Indians and hopes that the commissioners will be successful in achieving a satisfactory peace without sacrificing national honor. If not, Wayne's army should be well trained and ready to march as soon as the weather permits. All requested stores, powder, and lead will be transported with dispatch. Promotions of officers are enclosed.

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  Letter from Timothy Barnard [Bernard] to Major Henry Gaither regarding translator Mr George Cornells, son of Joseph Cornells

  Timothy Bernard, writing to Major Henry Gaither, notes that delivery of the letter is by Mr. George Cornell, son of Joseph Cornell, linguist [translator] for the United States who did business for the Mad Dog of the Tuchabatches to Cussetah, which favors the United States. Refers to the Shawnee talks; that they would bring destruction on the land. Bernard wants to acquaint Gaither with Cornell; that he is of considerable note in this country and should be well treated and will favor the United States; make sure he is not in want of provisions. The cattle which are encroaching at the forks, which are in dispute, must be driven back or there will be serious consequences; blood may be spilt. The Cussetah King says his people are not responsible for stealing horses; it must be the Coweta people. White men are threatening to kill the first Indian they find. Cussetah king asks not to let the innocent suffer. In closing, notes that at the hunting camps near Gaither are the people of this town, and those that do the mischief are from the [other?] towns.
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  Letter from Governor of Georgia Edward Telfair to Major Henry Gaither regarding use of militia in response to recent outrages by whites and Indians

  From Georgia State House 4 August, 1793. Governor Telfair cites recent outrages by whites and Indians as requiring a request for protection by available militia. Telfair inquires to Major Gaither on the status, location and numbers of militia forces. Requests that ten foot militia under command of a sergeant be stationed at Norris Station, Bush's Station, Hillhouse's Iron Works, and at a station between Fort Matthews and Greensborough as a temporary measure until further communication from President of United States [Washington], which Telfair expects shortly
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  Training Artillerists, Payment Issues, Officer Shortage, and Dealings with Cornplanter

  Wayne apologizes for antagonizing the President by delaying Col. Proctor's move to the west but Proctor has been very helpful at his present location in training young officers in the use of howitzers. There continue to be complications regarding pay. Gen. Wilkinson complains of a shortage of officers which is true of Wayne's army also. The Cornplanter will be angered by the cancellation of his trip to the capitol city.
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  Request for Cartridge Boxes

  Cartridge boxes requested by Sec. of War.
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  Delivery of Letters and Money

  Received letters, including those for General Wayne at Legion Ville. Mentions delivery of money and Doctor Carmichael. Reference to Colonel Procter and powder.

• Letter Citation

  Cited in O'Hara to Hodgdon, 03/17/1793.