Jones acknowledges that the Secretary of War received Osborn's commission (that Osborn sought to resign). However Jones informs Osborn that the previous day Col. Rochefontaine was instructed to send Osborne to Governor's Island, and hopes that Osborn will accept this posting and reconsider seeking to resign.
Indian chief Blue Jacket, of the Shawnees, relates how he and his people once fought for the British, having been urged to do so by them; now cites deception by the British and wishes only friendship with the Americans. Submits a testimonial of friendship with the English king; now states that he will throw that one away in return for a similar document from the U.S. President.
Refers to battles fought. Reports on new relationships with Whites, including false agents. Also fought for the British and worked with British Superintendent of Indian Affairs. Can produce testimonial from the Americans. Pledges allegiance to his true brethren, Indian warriors.
Captain Frye has informed Rochefontaine of the arrival of the clothing needed to complete the supply of the two companies going south. The garrison at West Point also should be supplied with needed articles as soon as it is convenient. The Quartermaster of the Corps can be charged with the clothing sent to Captain Frye in New York so long as a copy of the invoice is sent to West Point.
Greaton encloses accounts for November for himself and his servant. He conveys a request from his mother for information on how to receive lands due her late husband.
Submits receipts for money received from Chester. Cannot submit receipt for Bisseel since he is absent. Request for information on the "deranged" state of Lieut. Bissell, i.e. whether or not he has been removed from office.
Letter, discusses progress on Frigate; asks for money to retain employees at yard; discusses suspending operations on Frigate; mentions British Navy; discusses payment for iron & iron work furnished.
Informs Lieutenant Nanning Vischer that he will receive money for the pay of his detachment and Lieutenant Rowan's detachment. Forwards pay and muster rolls and explains the amounts Vischer and Rowan are to pay the troops
Simmons certifies that $41.80 is due Private Sampson Marble of Captain Thomas Martin's Company 1st Sub Legion, being his pay from January 18, the day he reenlisted, to November 30, 1796.
Various Indian chiefs speak on rights to land, inclinations to peace over war, and a recent treaty. Tribes represented: Wiandots [Wyandots], Delawares, Shawanees [Shawnees], Ottawas, Chippewas, Putawatimies, Miamis, Eel River, Weeas, Kickapoos, Piankeshaws, and Kaskaskias. George Washington's response to these follows, which discusses points of the treaty, such as that the Indians are to receive a yearly annuity of goods for land they give up, and are not to sell land to anyone except the United States. States that both the Indians and the federal government must punish individuals who cross between the nations and steal property.
Refers to Indian treaties with several different tribes concerning boundaries. Request permission to maintain current forms of farming. Understands that Christian Indians receive special assistance from the US. Requests Indian land, supplies, food for family. Requests that all Indian nations receive equal assistance. Refuses to punish the young men he loves.
Address to the [Northwest] Indian Confederacy comprised of the Wyandot, Delaware, Shawnee, Kickapoo, Wea, Ottawa, Chippewa, Putawatomie, Miami, Kaskaskia, Piankeshaw & Eel River tribes. Endeavors to give them advice surrounding the [Treaty of Greeneville], now ratified by the Senate. Explains the provision that the Indians not sell any of their land except to the U.S. Recommends that the Indians appoint certain trusted individuals to receive their gift annuities from the U.S., to avoid fraud. Advises the Indian tribes to control their "bad" members, keeping them from stealing from whites, and stresses the importance of their adopting more civilized practices in raising livestock and crops. Asks that the Indians submit any further questions before they leave Philadelphia, communicating through the Secretary of War.
