Download or read book Henry Knox to John Doughty about Doughty s Indian Negotiations 30 December 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox acknowledges receipt of Major Doughty's letter informing him of Doughty's passage to New Jersey. States he is chagrined that Doughty will not arrive in Philadelphia sooner as he needs information on the late expedition, likely connected to Doughty's negotiations with Indian tribes. Asks him to hasten his arrival so they may, form a more accurate judgement of the measures necessary to be adopted. Marked private on docket.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Mr Doughty about Doughty s Missing Son John who was Involved in a Fight with Indians 16 June 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes in reply to an earlier inquiry regarding the recipient's son (Major John Doughty). Wishes he could relieve the recipient's stress. Encloses a letter he originally sent via Mr. David Ogden, but believes at the time it was not delivered lest it should excite in your breast fears which might be groundless. In the month since the letter was originally written, he feels more hopeful for the fate of the son: My last letters from Genl Harmar were dated the 5th of April - and the boat was said to have been fired upon the 2d of March - If the fact was true of your sons being killed as has been reported, I think that without doubt Genl Harmar would have sent me an express once he had found out the news. Provides another explanation of what might have happened: that the boat was fired upon, but did not sustain any damage because of its build, and fled down several of the western rivers in order to postpone any further fighting. Will send more information as he receives it.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Mr Doughty Saying that His Son was Possibly Shot at by Indians 13 May 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to inform the addressee that a report is circulating on the frontiers that the addressee's son ,Major [John] Doughty, may have been fired upon by a party of Indians while traveling on the Tennessee River. Is not sure of the details of the situation; fears the reports have been exaggerated. Believes it is likely that the boat was indeed fired upon, that Major Doughty thought it prudent to retire, and that the boat did not ultimately fall into enemy hands. Resolves to provide further information when he receives it. (See GLC02437.04628 for what may be a follow-up letter.).

Download or read book John Doughty to Henry Knox Thanking Knox for Communication with His Family After Reports He was Missing and Discussing Soldiers Hardships 19 August 1790 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Major Doughty acknowledges Knox's letter of 25 July. Doughty was worried about his parents who had word that he had died in a skirmish on the frontier (see GLC02437.04606 and GLC02437.04628 for Knox's correspondence with Doughty's family). Thanks Knox for writing to his family and for sending him a letter from Doughty's parents and sister, which eased his mind. Mentions that Judge Turner left him two eagles from the property of the Society [of Cincinnati] to sell. Says that General Josiah Harmer wants Doughty to encourage re-enlistment of older soldiers. Doughty says not one soldier has shown a Disposition to re-engage, and I am fearful we shall not be very successful in this Business. Doughty reprimands Congress, which could not comprehend the hardships attending the services in this Country. Doughty continues to lament the poor pay and harsh conditions of the officers. He asks if it is not a little mortifying that an officers of the Corps should receive less for his services than the Door keeper of the Congress. Written from Fort Harmar in present-day Marietta, Ohio.

Download or read book John Doughty to Henry Knox about Debt and Constitutional Plans for the Western Territory 1 December 1787 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs that he has debts in Jersey and is willing to have his pay applied to discharge the debt. Writes about the new constitution and the western territory, I am much obliged to you for the new constitution & for the plan of Government for the Western Territory, they are both much wanted - it is hoped some kind of order will be introduced in this country by the latter, I never saw a country in which Licentiousness political & religious so much prevailed as in the Infant Settlements in this western World ... it wants a Government peculiarly adopted to the circumstances of the country to produce a change. Noted as written at Fort Harmer and marked as private.

Download or read book Orders from Henry Knox to John Doughty 19 December 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Notes, The instructions which you will herewith receive are truly important. Expresses his confidence in Doughty's abilities, adding that he knows Doughty will fulfill the expectations of the President of the United States. Emphasizes the importance of receiving Doughty's report as early as possible. Relates news of mutual acquaintances, informing Doughty of Aunt Ludlow's death. Reports that Captain Burbeck's company returned from Georgia without the loss of a man. Marked as private and signature has been clipped. Written from the War Office.

Download or read book John Doughty to Henry Knox Declining Request to Serve as Lieutenant Colonel Commander as He Plans to Leave the Army and Questions Establishment of a Military in this Country 8 March 1791 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Declines Knox's request to serve as Lieutenant Colonel Commander. Says after much deliberation, he has decided to leave the service. He wanted to when he served with General Josiah Harmar but the difficult situation with the Indians forbid my retireing at that Time. Explains in detail his reasons for leaving the military stating, I have long tried the military Life & have found many Disapointments... Questions the nature of the military establishment. A military establishment is certainly a very unpopular measure in this Country, Doughty explains. Every Act of the Government strongly supports me in this Belief, else why the odious Distinction betwixt the civil and military servants of the Country, the one being regularly & generously rewarded and the other not. Says he will be in Philadelphia in order to settle some public Accounts & make a surrender of any Commission in the Artillery. Wants to be sure there is nothing improper in doing this. See GLC02437.04891 and .4892 for related documents.

Download or read book Letter of Introduction from John Doughty to Henry Knox 2 July 1789 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to introduce the bearers, Dr. Allison and Ensign Suydam, who are traveling to New York.

Download or read book John Doughty to Henry Knox about the Returns of Troops and Stores 12 March 1785 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Major Doughty, commander at West Point, transmits returns of troops and stores (returns not included). Doughty is extremely upset because he hopes to remain in the military as an artillerist, but recently heard that Congress plans to discharge the troops presently in service. Writes, If this measure takes place, which it is probable will be the case, instead of continuing my military pursuits, I am fearful I shall be thrown upon the wide world without a profession, or a capital to create one... Asks Knox, who was recently offered the position of Secretary at War, to procure him an office which may place me in a respectable station in Life...

Download or read book John Doughty to Henry Knox Congratulating Knox on Virginia s Adoption of the Constitution and Financial Matters 5 July 1788 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written from Fort Pitt. Thanks Knox for his assistance: ...it has extricated me from a Difficulty which all men must feel who are in Debt, & fail in their resources for payment. Congratulates Knox on Virginia's adoption of the Constitution, writing I am in Hopes Health & Vigour will soon be restored to our Body politic- This happy circumstance must cheer the Hearts of our Countrymen, particularly those of our military Brethren, who have been struggling through the late Revolution, & who to their immortal Honor appear to feel so much for the Honor and Dignity of their Country- so I flatter myself it will not be saying too much, to assert that our society are more generally advocates for good government, than perhaps any other class of citizens. Marked private on the address leaf.

Download or read book John Doughty to Henry Knox Enclosing the Monthly Military Returns for October 30 October 1784 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1784 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encloses the monthly military returns for October. Doughty gives a detailed report on matters at West Point and the surrounding areas. Discusses stores, arrangements to be made for winter, and other topics.

Download or read book Henry Knox to John Doughty about Provisions Soldiers Pay and the Army as a National Force 27 March 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Doughty that he will help with procuring subsistence for the troops. Does not believe recruiting service will begin in New York as its quota numbers are deficient. The contracts of Morris and Wadsworth are ending as Congress is not happy with the proposals. Agrees with Doughty, who is in favor of a national force, as he expects every evil that can be produced from Anarchy. Also notes that Congress have had but for a very little time nine States. Therefore nothing has been concluded on respecting higher pay for the Artillery than the Infantry. Mentions supplying artillery pieces and stores necessary for the western country and states he will have to submit estimates to the Board of Treasury, as they hold the purse strings. Ends by stating, The disturbances in Massachusetts have pretty nearly subsided - the Courts of Justice are now trying such of the captured culprits as appear to be most criminal, referring to the end of Shays' Rebellion. Noted as a copy and lacks a signature. Creator inferred as Henry Knox, given the content. In the hand of William Knox.

Download or read book John Doughty to Henry Knox about Stores and Refugees 1784 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1784 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forwards to Knox returns of the troops' stores and feels burdened by the number of Canadian refugees. Date from docket.

Download or read book John Doughty to Henry Knox about Disbanding Troops and how to Pay Soldiers 21 March 1787 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Knox he is extremely busy at the moment and will not be able to return to New York City as expected. Discusses concerns about the men not being paid and feels that if the corps are disbanded for lack of pay, they may never be able to raise another. States that if the federal troops are disbanded he should be allowed the choice of whether to stay or retire and without one, I cannot see how any government worth living under can be kep up in this country. Comments on the poor quality of the powder at Fort Pitt. Asks Knox about the state of affairs in Massachusetts, I feel so anxious for the Honor of Government that I cant but pray for the overthrow of all its opponents, possibly referring to Shays' rebellion.

Download or read book Henry Knox to John Doughty Responding to His Decision Not to Take the Appointment 27 March 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Express his embarrassment over Doughty refusing the appointment as lieutenant colonel of the 2nd Infantry Regiment Secretary. Writes, Your declining the appointment of Lt Colonel Commandant has mortified me extremely. Hopes Doughty will not regret his decision. See GLC02437.04875 and .4892 for related documents.

Download or read book John Doughty to Henry Knox Reporting on Events at West Point 30 June 1784 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1784 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Major Doughty encloses returns of the ordnance stores and troops under his command. Plans to wait for clothing to arrive before sending a party of soldiers to Springfield, Massachusetts. Writes, I have the Happiness to inform you that the greatest good order has prevailed in the discharge of the Troops from this place- Reports a theft of stores. Reports on other events at West Point, thanking Knox for his charge.

Download or read book John Doughty to Henry Knox about His Health Weather and His Secret Mission 26 October 1791 written by John Doughty and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mentions the terrible weather and how unwell he is. Says he cannot leave his home right now but will as soon as he can. Notes he had a fever all of last night and his mind was disturbed. Also discusses a mission Knox wants him to do, and mentions it being a secret. Written from Morris, which is possibly Morristown, New Jersey or Morris County, New Jersey. Marked as private.