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Winthrop Sargent To Henry Knox About Settlers And Negotiations With Indians 20 October 1788
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Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Settlers and Negotiations with Indians, 20 October 1788 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Settlers and Negotiations with Indians, 20 October 1788 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 eventually unite in any one Determination, I am persuaded it will be to take up the Hatchet, but at any Rate their young Men will in the Hopes of Pillage very much harrass [sic] us- for they have caught the Spirit of Liberty & will no more submit to the Government of their acknowledged Chiefs- I have frequently heard this declared by the old & young & that this Spirit of Rebellion was not of Long Standing.
Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Ohio Company Matters and Planned Meetings with Indians, 15 August 1788 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Ohio Company Matters and Planned Meetings with Indians, 15 August 1788 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Indian Treaties, 8 January 1789 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Indian Treaties, 8 January 1789 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis Sargent Winthrop to Henry Knox Regarding Relations Between Indians and the Local Government, 29 October 1794 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Sargent Winthrop to Henry Knox Regarding Relations Between Indians and the Local Government, 29 October 1794 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Asks Knox for assistance with some personal business. Mentions he does not think he can make it to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Discusses his opinion on the relationship between the Indians and the local government.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent about Protecting Frontier Settlers, 6 January 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent about Protecting Frontier Settlers, 6 January 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Refers to a recent letter from Sargent which discussed battle losses to Indians in the Northwest Territories. Comments on the protection of settlements on the frontier, and mentions that plans will be laid before Congress on that subject right away.
Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about the Constitution, the Ohio Company and Knox's Health, 3 February 1788 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about the Constitution, the Ohio Company and Knox's Health, 3 February 1788 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Concerning Settlement in the Northwest Territory, 7 December 1789 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Concerning Settlement in the Northwest Territory, 7 December 1789 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Replies to Knox's letter from 9 November (GLC02437.04410). Notes that Knox is correct in his observation that Agriculture might afford me Satisfaction and profit... Adds that presently, he is living beyond his means. Writes that the governor has not yet arrived, likely referring to Arthur St. Clair, governor of the Northwest Territory. Reports that due to the death of General [Samuel] Parsons, John Symmes is the only judge left in the Northwest Territory. Hopes the vacancy caused by Parsons' death will be filled as soon as possible, and the territory can establish good & wholesome Laws. Writes, Of Indians we hear nothing - the last Intelligence which was in a Speech from the Delawares & Wyandottes to General Harmar, amounted only to Professions of Friendship...
Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Asking for Expenses and Discussing Relations with Native American Indians, 6 May 1787 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Asking for Expenses and Discussing Relations with Native American Indians, 6 May 1787 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mentions he still has not been reimbursed for his expenses from last year. Discusses relations with the Native Americans, stating he is glad that the surveys will soon be continued & that the Indians are peaceably inclined. Writes, that as the Indians are out trapping for Beaver there is little doubt but they will steal them all [referring to the surveyors' horses], which will stop the survey. Comments on Congress deciding about disposing of the Lands which have been surveyed ... and wishes his townships had been included. Stamped Boston. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox about Indian Problems, 4 September 1788 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox about Indian Problems, 4 September 1788 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William, attending to business in Henry's absence, reports on white settlers' infringement on Cherokee lands in the western territories. Congress recently directed Knox to prepare troops to protect the Cherokees (the troops are to march from Ohio to Chota, a Cherokee town in present-day Tennessee). The troops are to disperse Congress's proclamation among white settlers in the vicinity of the hunting grounds secured to the Cherokees by the treaty concluded between them and the United States Nov. 28th 1785... William has sent copies of the proclamations to the Northwest Territory via Mr. Heckenwelder (possibly John G. Heckewelder), a missionary from the Moravian Society at Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, who had come to the War Department seeking protection for land surveyors (including Thomas Hutchins). Heckenwelder will deliver the proclamations to Arthur St. Clair, Governor of the Northwest Territory, and to General Josiah Harmar (at Fort Harmar in Ohio). Notes that Congress has also ordered the Governor of North Carolina to proceed against the persons concerned in the lawless depredations on the frontier Indians of that State. Comments on John Sevier's abuses, referring to his unauthorized negotiations with Indians and white settlers in the State of Franklin (part of present-day Tennessee). Predicts that action taken against Sevier may induce him to become another [Daniel] Shays.
Book Synopsis A Letter of Introduction from Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox for Captain Mayette, 29 October 1792 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book A Letter of Introduction from Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox for Captain Mayette, 29 October 1792 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 which you may acquire of this business you will be induced to think Genl [Rufus] Putnam better calculated for all other services than Indian Treaties... Reports that Northwest Territory Governor Arthur St. Clair is in Philadelphia.
Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Regarding the Indian Threat in Ohio, 2 January 1792 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Regarding the Indian Threat in Ohio, 2 January 1792 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written from Fort Washington, at present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Asks Knox to attend to the accompanying letters, which outline confrontations between General [Arthur] St. Clair and Indians in the frontier, specifically in Kentucky. Wishes he had more information about the Indian towns. Would like information on how the government will protect the frontier region in during the upcoming season. Asks about the possibility of hiring some Chickasaw Indians to work within the army for upcoming campaigns.
Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Proceedings of a Meeting of the Ohio Company, 2 September 1787 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Proceedings of a Meeting of the Ohio Company, 2 September 1787 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox about Indian Attacks on Soldiers, 10 August 1788 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox about Indian Attacks on Soldiers, 10 August 1788 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the organization of troops in Pennsylvania. Mentions General [William] Irvine and troop movement and reorganization. Refers to an attack on a party carrying goods to negotiate a treaty on the Muskingum River, noting that Arthur St. Clair, Governor of the Northwest Territory, intends to send a high toned Message to the Indians and to postpone the treaty. Mentions a business transaction involving Samuel Shaw, Samuel Parkman, and Samuel Ogden. Reports that letters sent from Colonel Joseph Martin related to the Indians will be forwarded on to Congress. Encloses a letter from [Winthrop] Sargent (not present). Mentions arguments for and against Philadelphia as the seat of Congress.
Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Regarding Government Bills and Appointments and the Frontier, 20 August 1789 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Regarding Government Bills and Appointments and the Frontier, 20 August 1789 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Received his recent letter and hopes that Knox's child is restored to health. Is overjoyed to hear of the President's recovery; feels his death might have caused dramatic instability. Discusses his interest in the doings of Congress, especially the Treasury Bill. Mentions that he is very poor and trusts that Knox will help him acquire a government appointment if possible. Also relates that they have apprehended a Virginian man named Wetzell who fired on an Indian man by the name of Washington. Has enclosed some letters to his friends (not present) for Knox to forward.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent about Congressional Session and Indians, 5 December 1794 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent about Congressional Session and Indians, 5 December 1794 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses Sargent's desire to be present at the next Congressional session, though the request was denied. Discusses the situation with the Indians in the Cincinnati region. States that the poor Indians I believe are irrecvocably doomed by Fate to be extirpated. Extensive water damage renders ink difficult to read. Watermarked. Letterpress copy.
Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Forts and General Wayne's Actions at the Battle of Fallen Timbers, 5 September 1794 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Forts and General Wayne's Actions at the Battle of Fallen Timbers, 5 September 1794 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses information he gathered from an officer regarding the army. Reports on the distances of forts and other landmarks located near Fort Recovery along with General [Anthony] Wayne's recent actions. Also reports General Wayne was attacked by Indians commanded by [Alexander] Mckee on the 20th. Describes the battle that followed. Reports the Indians were forced to flee and on the number of men who were killed and wounded in the battle. Mentions the British involvement and appears to hint at the possibility that the Indians were suppose to meet at the British camp. Notes the number of Indian homes and crops that were burned, including Mckee's property. Sargent is likely writing about the Battle of Fallen Timbers that took place on 20 August 1794. The docket on the verso in John Stagg, Jr.'s hand notes Cincinnati - 7 Sept 1794 Col Sergeant - ...rec : oct: 3 - .
Book Synopsis Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Regarding the Settlement of Ohio, 29 September 1789 by : Winthrop Sargent
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Regarding the Settlement of Ohio, 29 September 1789 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Apparently sends condolences to the Knox family (likely regarding the recent death of one of Knox's children). Writes that he would be happy to receive a line from Knox and answer any questions Knox might have about Sargent's area of the country. Is anxious for the Governor to arrive, because he needs to determine which lands the Governor would like to settle on, so that Sargent can set up his own home and agricultural fields. Discusses the military staff present in Ohio and the prospects of Congress sending more people. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
