Col. Proctor will remain in Legionville until he hears from the Indian allies and will occupy his time in making improvements on the new carriage for one of the howitzers. Regarding the appointment of Colonel Sproat to be Adjutant General, Wayne professes not to know him and would prefer to have someone he knows and trusts in that important post.
White reports on the eventual adherence of the people of Gamble's station to Blount's proclamation ordering them to disperse and abandon their plans to invade the Upper Cherokee towns. White ascribes their intentions to a misguided zeal to serve their country.
The Secretary of War requests ordnance and military stores be prepared and forwarded to Pittsburgh to Major Craig. Lists items requested. Asks for a list of items on hand and items to be purchased, with an estimate of costs.
In this proclamation, Blount orders those intending to invade the Upper Cherokee towns on the Tennessee to return to their homes and leave the Indians in peace.
Colonel Nevil delivered documents necessary to procure payment of St. Clair's transportation. Discusses new home in Philadelphia, where he enjoys his friends. Says he knows of no enemies of Craig. Secretary of War appreciates Craig's labors. Dismisses Craig's suggestions that Hodgdon is involved in double dealings. Asks to pay respects to Mrs. Craig and General Nevil's family. Expect to hear again from Congress on the St. Clair expedition. Will forward powder and lead.
Knox requests that all articles and stores sent to the Legion be strictly accounted for. This should not take time from training the marksmen but strict accountability of public property is very important. Recruiters should know that adding new men to the Legion is solely their responsibility because no additional pay is forthcoming.
Major Craig discusses the procurement and distribution of horses with Samuel Hodgdon. Receipted Captain Prior for horses and equipment. Refers to money and instructions to pay traveling expenses for Indians and translators. Regrets that horses purchased are worthless. Ensign McCleary and Dr. Strong have not yet arrived. Gave Colonel Nevill a draft to purchase necessary items for his family. Requests payment for Captain Ebenezer Denney.
The case of General Wilkinson having received $550 from Swan is a case of some delicacy. He was at that time Swan's commanding officer and his warrant is a complete indemnification to Swan. Too much solicitation on the subject may have a tendency to wound his feelings.
Received returns of ordnance and military stores. Asks for monthly returns. Addresses Craig's rate of compensation. Does not believe Craig entitled to separate compensation for erection of block houses at Pittsburg. Notes that a public officer should have a fixed and known compensation.
