26 September 1782

Hawes, William, fl. 1781-1783

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by William Hawes, a Captain of Artificers. Mentions that he called on Knox while in Philadelphia, but Knox had already proceeded on to West Point. Reports that the Minister of War [Benjamin Lincoln] has ordered thirty artificers to continue working at Springfield, and has given Hawes directions for them. As part of his instructions, he is to bring Knox any articles he needs. Reports on the progress of the construction of the magazine, as well as the use of leather for harnesses and pouches.

GLC02437.01628

January 29, 1783

Hawes, William, fl. 1781-1783

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses military stores, what is needed, what he has ordered, the condition of new equipment, completion of the magazine and furnace, etc.

GLC02437.01873

31 July 1783

Hawes, William, fl. 1781-1783

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses problems with paying the troops.

GLC02437.02346

31 July 1783

Hawes, William, fl. 1781-1783

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Return of pay]

Return of pay made to Lieutenant John Bryant's company last October. Includes payment for the months of September 1782 through January 1783. Also includes allowance for wood for a total of £224.18.3.

GLC02437.02345