Macomb, Alexander, 1748-1831 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05320 Author/Creator: Macomb, Alexander, 1748-1831 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 14, 1792 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; Height: 25.3 cm, Width: 19.8 cm Order a Copy
Received his recent letter. Mentions that Mr. Stedman, the bearer of this letter, has recently arrived from Detroit. Stedman can provide Knox with an account of the happenings there. Relates news that a Cayuga Indian carried off books and papers and took them to Quebec. Would be happy to provide intelligence on the Indians to Knox when he needs it. Describes fighting with the British and the Indians in Detroit. Considers treaty possibilities, as well as how the fur trade will be affected. Mentions Generals [Josiah] Harmar and [Arthur] St. Clair. See GLC02437.05323 for related information.
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