September 7, 1785

Walton, George, 1740-1804

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Samuel Elbert

Discusses the extradition of a murderer from a neighboring Catholic province, possibly Spanish Florida, to Georgia. Stresses the importance of this matter in making Georgia's government appear decisive and strong. Asks Elbert to write to the Catholic governor of the province to request that the murderer be given up.

GLC00855

5 July 1854

Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869

Document signed

Title: Authority to affix the seal to Power for James A. Peden

Authorizing Emissary James A. Pedden to negotiate a commercial treaty with "Buenos Ayres."

GLC01109

3 April 1783

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joseph Peirce

Discusses consolidating business securities, which do not appear to be doing well. Rejoices in the "glorious" conclusion of the war.

GLC02437.02061

1 November 1790

Pendleton, Nathaniel, 1756-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Pendleton describes and discusses attempts by a consortium of settlers along the frontier to buy land along the same lines as was done by the Yazou [Yazoo] Companies. Writes, "These are the kind of People who are constantly endeavoring to provoke hostilities with the Indians, in hopes of profiting either by a War, or a treaty. They are endeavoring all in their Power to stir up an opposition to the late treaty with the Creeks, & I am informed, with what foundation in truth I can't say, that Mr. Henry and Mr. Ross of Virginia are in conjunction with them, and propose to be at the House of…

GLC02437.04764

5 June 1783

Sears & Smith, fl. 1775-1785

Manuscript letter

Title: to Henry Knox

Forwards a letter from William Knox and expresses the wish to see him in New York. Also asks Henry Knox if he could give "information when the British are to [leave] the City [New York] ... " Sears & Smith refers to the merchant company owned by partners Isaac Smith and his son-in-law, Paschal N. Smith.

GLC02437.02147

24 April 1793

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript document

Title: to Arthur St. Clair

Later copy made from the original in November 1856. Reports that President George Washington directed him to inform St. Clair that proposed treaty negotiations between the U.S. and the hostile Indians north of the Ohio River is to take place at Lower Sandusky around 1 June. To guarantee the success of the negotiations it is necessary to make sure "all hostile incursions of the white inhabitants into, or near to the Indian Country north of the Ohio, should be absolutely prohibited, until after the Treaty be closed." The commander of the troops has been ordered to make a proclamation to that…

GLC02437.05876

2 September 1787

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Sargent sends the proceedings of a meeting of Ohio Company agents that took place 29 August (refer to GLC02437.03648). Notes that keeping part of their purchase "out of sight" had enhanced the value of the first [1000] shares. Offers Knox his opinions on the appointment of Western Officers for the company. Hopes that he [Sargent] will be appointed secretary. Asks Knox to let him know if there will be a treaty with the Native Americans in the Western Country.

GLC02437.03651

February 3, 1788

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Expresses his regret that Knox has rheumatism. Expects that Massachusetts will adopt the Constitution. Discusses several delegates who advocated its adoption. Mentions [John] Hancock's publication in the [Massachusetts] Centinel 2 February 1788, which according to Sargent stated "that we should ratify &c. & propose certain Amendments..." Asks if General [Arthur] St. Clair will hold a treaty with an unspecified tribe of Native Americans and discusses business of the Ohio Company. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.03783

15 August 1788

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses matters related to the Ohio Company settlement at Marietta, including the possibility of defense against Native American attacks. Intended to send Knox a plan of Marietta, but was unable to draw one due to his injured or afflicted hand. Relates the details of cultivating the land and discusses land prices. Plans to go down the [Ohio] River to meet with nine Indian tribes.

GLC02437.03962

20 October 1788

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Sargent, Secretary of the Northwest Territory, discusses progress of the settlers and negotiations with Native Americans in the Territory including Joseph Brant. Writes, "We can not as yet, tis true, boast of very much Cultivation or Improvement, for our Numbers are not large, but the few present have not been idle- they have [built] themselves comfortable Log Houses..." Comments on the delay of an unspecified treaty with Native Americans. Writes "...As the Governour corresponds with you, you will undoubtedly be informed of the particular Disposition of the different Tribes- Should they…

GLC02437.04007

8 January 1789

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Thanks him for his recent letter and the information contained therein. Reports that the Governor, aware of Knox's interest in Indian affairs, will soon write him a note on the negotiations for a treaty with the Indians. Provides some information on that subject. Sends the regards of several friends who are with him in Marietta, and sends his compliments to Mrs. Lucy Knox, as well as to Knox's brother, William.

GLC02437.04079

29 October 1792

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes a letter of introduction for the bearer, Captain Mayette writing: "for if he is not for us he will be decidedly against us - and his Influence is very considerable amongst the Indians... The British and Spaniards I have no Doubt would purchase him at a considerable price and but for the flattering distinctions we have paid him he probably would have struck up a Bargain." Discusses another Native American who he thinks would be a beneficial ally, although he is a "monstrous beggarly rascal even for an Indian." Refers to a treaty with the Native Americans, noting, "from the knowledge…

GLC02437.05678

February 25, 1783

Von Steuben, Friedrich Wilhelm Ludolf Gerhard Augustin, 1730-1794

Manuscript letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by Major General von Steuben to Major General Knox. Reports that "In all proba[b]ility the Peace is signed." Says "At present all our lost Battles are turned to Victories. Great Britain acknowledges our Independence, may other nations acknowledge that we are worthy to be free." Says America's first impressions are important as they will decide "whether we shall be respected as an Empire or be despised as a Banditti." Says the situation of the army and the news of peace are all that are talked about. Wants to know what will happen if Congress disperses the army without pay. Presents a…

GLC02437.01952

28 April 1782

Steuben, Friedrich Wilhelm Ludolf Gerhard Augustin, Baron von, 1730-1794

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox [in French]

Mostly written in French, introducing Brigadier General Le Comte De Bennofsky , of the French Army. Short paragraph in English reads: "Lt. Philips is taken. A Treaty of diffensiv & offensiv alliance signed between France & Holland. Huza my friend all goes well."

GLC02437.01397

12 December 1787

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to [Adam Stephen?]

Addressed to General Stephens. Possibly to General Adam Stephen, whose name is often misspelled Stephens. Discusses Indian policy, stating "[t]he affairs of the Cherokee Indians are peculiarly perplexed, and require a stronger arm to put them into a proper train than is proposed the present government ..." Mentions a previous treaty with Congress made in 1785. States that he is happy Stephens approves of the new government, and writes "it seems the only mean[s] to avoid the horror and miseries of the weakness of our present situation - New Hampshire, Massachusetts & Connecticut - New…

GLC02437.03724

15 September 1794

Stagg, John, Jr., 1758-1803

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox the commissioners have returned but a decision has not been reached. Notes that the "deluded people, it appears, are bent on destruction." Mentions more citizens are stepping forth and enrolling in the militia. Also notes the governor's address in Pennsylvania had some affect; the cavalry, artillery, and infantry have all offered their services. Reports on the progress of the other states' militias (likely referring to the Whiskey Rebellion). Mentions he has not heard word from General Anthony Wayne. Notes Colonel Timothy Pickering has gone to the Treaty (Treaty of Canandaigua…

GLC02437.06208

12 October 1782

Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written from "Head Quarters" by Colonel Tilghman to Major General Knox. Says Knox's "letters" came to hand last evening. Says Washington has gone down to the river and that he cannot answer him until tomorrow. Reports that "Vessels have arrived in short passages from Holland to Boston - letters down to the 20th of Augt. say that the French, Dutch and English Fleets had returned safe and sound into port." Says the British have not determined whether to relieve Gibraltar or not. Claims "it was in danger and must fall without Speedy relief." Reports that British affairs in the East Indies are…

GLC02437.01659

8 April 1783

Trumbull, Jonathan, Jr., 1740-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by Colonel Jonathan Trumbull Jr. as secretary to General George Washington to both Major General Knox and Brigadier General Huntington. Says that Washington joins with them both and "the Gentlemen of your Garrison in the Joy communicated by the Happy News of Peace which is this morng announced from NYork." Says that Washington would like to have both Knox and Huntington and their families for dinner tomorrow. Written from "Head Quarters," which is probably at Newburgh, New York.

GLC02437.02072

18 April 1783

Trumbull, Jonathan, Jr., 1740-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jonathan Trumbull Jr., as Washington's secretary, requests that Knox finish the preparations for a public exhibition.

GLC02437.02104

19 May 1783

Trumbull, Jonathan, Jr., 1740-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jonathan Trumbull Jr., as Washington's secretary, requests that Knox and General Huntington attend a dinner with General Washington the next day and then select the best ground for the celebration of peace. Noted as written at Head Quarters.

GLC02437.02127

8 July 1783

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Colonel Trumbull

General Knox, Commander at West Point, reports that he met with [Major Sebastian] Bauman. Both he and Bauman agree that the "Germans have better continue untill the definitive treaty should arrive, Because were they discharged now it would create great uneasiness among the remainder who are similarly situated..."

GLC02437.10118

14 December 1788

Sumner, Job, 1754-1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Encloses the proposed Constitution of Georgia (not included). Notes that three members from each county are appointed to meet at Augusta in January: "I shall only say, that from the disposition of the People, and in particular that of their members of the Convention, from this County, I think the Constitution will be totally rejected- should this be the Case, we shall then have to make a better one..." Discusses the Articles and the power of the Governor. Comments on relations with American Indians in Georgia: "When we get a permanent Peace with the Indians, and a good Government, I think…

GLC02437.04053

December 21, 1793

Swan, James, 1754-1830

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Says he wouldn't normally bother Knox, but needs to update him on the situation because of the "cruel war" in Europe. Sends the latest news on 13 sailors captured by the "Algereen pirates." Swan expresses anger that the pirates are allowed to harass American shipping with tacit English approval. Goes on to say that "England by that treaty [of peace with Portugal] will prevent france geting [sic] supplies from america, she punishes us for adhering to the Treaty [from 1778], and for reorganizing their Republic." Believes three things can punish England and get the pirates to back off American…

GLC02437.06002

22 October 1782

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lord Stirling [William Alexander]

Thanks Lord Stirling for the wagons and buildings he sent for use "in the public service." Does not expect to require any more supplies from Albany, and says that the materials which have already arrived are in excellent order. Believes that "muskets and other military stores" might remain in Albany over the winter, but if Lord Stirling thinks otherwise, he will arrange to have them sent to West Point via Captain [Thomas] Seward. Describes a new negotiation between England and America which has begun under the "auspices of Lord Shelbourne" with an agent from England named Mr. Fitzherbert…

GLC02437.01677

19 November 1782

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Lord Stirling [William Alexander]

Mentions that he has received stores which were sent by Captain Leonard's company, including a brass mortar. Also discusses the prospects for the peace treaty currently in negotiations, as well as the way it is being considered in the newspapers.

GLC02437.01712