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WRITING OF GEORGE WASHINGTON.
LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
CALENDAR OF
THE CORRESPONDENCE OF
GEORGE WASHINGTON
COMMANDER IN CHIEF OF THE CONTINENTAL ARMY
WITH THE CONTINENTAL CONGRESS
PREPARED FROM THE ORIGINAL MANUSCRIPTS
IN THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS BY JOHN C.
FITZPATRICK, DIVISION OF MANUSCRIPTS
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CONTENTS
Prefatory note ............
List of Washington s Aids and Secretaries, with facsimiles of writings .
Sources .............
Calendar of the correspondence .........
Errata ..............
Presidents of the Congress ..........
Index .
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PREFATORY NOTE
Under an Executive order of March 9, 1903, the Washington Papers
were transferred from the Department of State to the Library of
Congress. Long as the manuscripts had been in the possession of the
Government, no list of the letters of Washington had ever been so much
as attempted; and the letters written to him had been but imperfectly
listed by Jared Sparks when engaged in preparing his "Writings of
George Washington" first published in 1833-37. The great size and
historical importance of the collection demand a closer study, and a
series of calendars generally descriptive of its contents. The first of
these calendars deals only with the correspondence between the Gen
eral and the Continental Congress.
The segregation in the Library of Congress of other collections
offered an unusual opportunity to make the calendar complete so far
as concerned the materials for the period covered. So that while the
Washington Papers forms the basis of the calendar, related material
is drawn from other sources, wherever the original is found in the
Library of Congress. The various sources are the Washington Papers,
the papers of the Continental Congress, and the papers of Robert
Morris.
I. THE WASHINGTON PAPERS.
The arrangement of the Washington Papers is peculiar, and was due
to the ingenuity of Jared Sparks. They are divided into two great
series. The letters from and the letters to the General; and the let
ters from him during the Revolutionary War are subdivided into sub-
series as follows:
A. Letters to the President, Committees, and individual members
of the Continental Congress.
B. Letters and orders to officers of the Continental Army.
C. Letters to the Governors and other civil officers of the States.
D. Letters to foreign ministers, officers or individuals.
E. Letters to officers in the service of the British Crown.
F. Records of the Councils of War and opinions of the general
officers on military affairs.
P. Private letters.
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6 PREFATORY NOTE
Before this division, which appears to have been due to the secreta
ries and aids of the General, had been perfected, copies of letters were
kept in books irrespective of a distribution according to addressee.
Four volumes of such letters exist and the contents have been drawn
upon as needed for this calendar.
The entire contents of Series A appear in this calendar as well as
such letters and papers in the other series as were pertinent to the
purpose. These letters are the first drafts, either in the writing of
Washington or his aids, and are, for the most part, not signed. As
the idea and not the language of the letter, when written by an aid,
was Washington s, some effort has been made to identify the writer of
the draft. The success is greater than was anticipated, and it is for
the first time possible to measure the confidence reposed in his aids
by the Commander-in-chief. It was a surprise to find some drafts or
copies in the writing of Martha Washington; it was quite as surprising
to learn the great number of papers in the writing of Alexander
Hamilton, John Laurens and Tench Tilghman. It is still more sur
prising to find elaborate drafts entirely in the writing of Washington
himself, and often prepared in the most critical periods of the war.
As a general and useful guide to the writers of these drafts a list of
those serving as aids and secretaries to Washington, with a page of
their writing, io added (p. 9). Outside of Series A a few letters have
been drawn from Series P, and from the four combined volumes.
Of these two series there exist transcripts prepared by Richard Varick
in 1781-3. A few missing originals have been made good from these
transcripts.
The Letters to Washington, comprising 117 volumes, form the second
great source of materials listed in this calendar. Some attempt had
been made by Mr. Sparks to bind in separate volumes what papers
had been received from the Continental Congress; but the attempt was
imperfectly planned and very imperfectly carried into effect. The
result has been that not only were those Congress volumes calendared
(Vols. 89-98) but the entire collection has been examined for papers
that had been misplaced.
II. PAPERS OF THE CONTINENTAL CONGRESS.
The third great source of papers were the Papers of the Continental
Congress. A rough list of these papers was prepared when Peter
Force was compiling the "American Archives, but it is a list useless
for historical purposes, conveying no idea of the contents of the differ
ent papers or of the relations of one to another. Crudely planned, it
was still more crudely prepared, and it is impossible to trace even the
location of a single letter and the response made, or of a single paper
and its enclosures. The letters of Washington to the Congress fill
PREFATORY NOTE 7
eleven volumes, and transcripts were made of them in nine volumes
under the direction of the Secretary, Charles Thomson. This series,
undoubtedly the finest series of Washington letters in existence, con
tains many holographs of Washington, and many written by his aids,
with a large number of enclosures relating to civil and military affairs.
The writer of the body of the papers has in each case been identified,
so far as was possible. The letter books of the Presidents of Congress
(those of John Hancock are not in the collection), and the Dispatch and
Committee books gave much additional material. Of high importance
was the series of reports of committees of Congress on letters of Wash
ington. The letter books of Robert Morris, while Superintendent of
Finance, were searched and whatever was written to Washington was
inserted in this calendar.
In the preparation of so extensive a list certain details were omitted
which might seem of importance. The same letter may exist in four
forms: 1, the draft; 2, the Varick transcript of the draft; 3, the letter
sent to the President, and 4, the Thomson transcript of this letter. It
has not been thought necessary to mention the letter in more than one
of its forms. Should a closer study of a letter be desirable the inves
tigator can easily learn whether the other forms are in the Library.
Series A, of the drafts forms the basis of the list, and is the more
interesting as being the form of paper nearest to headquarters and
while in process of composition. The changes and additions clearly
show this process. The dates of replies to letters are noted in the
calendar wherever they are to be found endorsed on the original
letter (an asterisk [*] denotes that the reply is in the Library of Con
gress); but no attempt had been made to insert such information when
not so noted as the chronological arrangement of this calendar readily
lends itself to the uses of the investigator. The number of pages
occupied by a paper in a book of transcripts is not given, as the infor
mation would convey no true conception of the length of the original
paper.
While it would be useful to indicate where each document could be
found in print (if it has been printed), the task would be greater than
the value of the results. References have been confined to the Sparks
and the Ford editions of the " Writings of Washington," and to the
"Journals of the Continental Congress."
The true first document of the calendar is Washington s paper read
in Congress June 16, 1775, accepting the command of the Continental
army. The last document was properly the resignation of his com
mission in 1783. Two entries of 1784 were added to complete the
story of incidents occurring before the resignation; and one of 1789,
announcing the election of Washington to the Presidency under the
Federal Constitution, fittingly closed his connection with the Conti
nental Congress, and marked his re-entrance into public life under the
8 PREFATORY NOTE
new political conditions which put an end to the existence of that
revolutionary, but then almost powerless, legislative body.
It would be useless to undertake to summarize the nature of this
collection or to dwell upon its importance to history and biography.
It is enough to say that it is unique, most notable and of imperishable
interest, embodying the history of the Revolution and the acts of the
leading men of that time.
The calendar has been prepared by Mr. John C. Fitzpatrick, of the
Division of Manuscripts.
WORTIIIXGTOX CHAUNCEY FORD
Ch lef Div ision of Man uscripts
HERBERT PUTNAM
Librarian of Congress
Washington^ April, 1906
LIST AND WRITING OF WASHINGTON S AIDS-DE-CAMP
AND SECRETARIES
This comprises all of the regularly appointed aids and secretaries,
the General Orders, a resolution of the Continental Congress, or a
definite statement from the Commander-in-Chief being the authority.
It does not include the many individuals who were transiently at Head
quarters and occasionally pressed into service as amanuenses:
Page
George Washington. Facsimile draft Frontispiece.
Thomas Miffliu, July 4, 1775. Facsimile draft .... .20
Joseph Reed, Secretary, July 4, 1775. Facsimile draft . 40
John Trumbull, July 27, 1775. Facsimile draft. . . 60
George Baylor, Aug. 15, 1775. Facsimile draft 80
Edmund Randolph, Aug. 15, 1775. Facsimile draft 100
Robert Hanson Harrison, Aid, Nov. 5, 1775; Secretory, May 16, 1776. Fac
simile draft 120
Stephen Moylan, Mar. 5, 1776. Facsimile draft 140
William Palfrey, Mar. 6, 1776. Facsimile draft .... 160
Caleb Gibbs, Special appointment, May 16, 1776. Facsimile draft. . . . 180
George Lewis, Special appointment, May 16, 1776. Facsimile draft. . . 200
Richard Gary, June 21, 1776. Facsimile draft . 220
Samuel Blatchley Webb, June 21, 1776. Facsimile draft .... 240
Alexander Contee Hanson, Assistant Secretary, June 21, 1776. Facsimile draft. 260
William Grayson, Assistant Secretary, June 21, 1776. Facsimile draft . . 280
Pierre Penet, Brevet, Oct. 14, 1776. (By brevet, confirmed by Congress. See
Journals of Congress of given date. )
John Fitzgerald, Xov. ,1776. Facsimile draft 300
George Johnston, Jan. 20, 1777. Facsimile draft 320
John Walker, Extra aid, Feb. U, 1777.
Alexander Hamilton, Mar. 1, 1777. Facsimile draft 340
Richard Kidder Meade, Mar. 12, 1777. Facsimile draft 380
Peter Presley Thornton, Extra aid. Sep. 6, 1777.
John Laurens, Extra aid, Sep. 6, 1777; Aid, Oct. 6, 1777. Facsimile draft . 400
James McHenry, Assistant Secretary, May 15, 1778. Facsimile draft . ^ . 420
Tench Tilghman, June 21, 1780. Facsimile draft (Tilghman, however, served
a< volunteer aid without rank from August, 1776). ..... 440
David Humphreys, June 23, 1780. Facsimile draft 46,0
Richard Varick, Recording Secretary, May 25, 1781. Facsimile draft. . . 480
Jonathan Trumbull, jr., Secretary, June 8, 1781. Facsimile draft. . . 500
David Cobb, June 15, 1781. Facsimile draft 520
Peregrine Fitzhugh, Extra aid, July 2, 1781. Facsimile draft . . . 540
William Stephens Smith, July 6, 1781. Facsimile draft 560
Benjamin Walker, Jan. 25, 1782. Facsimile draft 580
Hodijah Baylies. Extra aid, May 14, 1782. Facsimile draft .... 600
Martha Washington. Facsimile copy ........ 630
SOURCES AND REFERENCES
I. Papers of George Washington: [by series and volume.]
Series A: (T vols.) Drafts of Washington s letters to the
Presidents of Congress, Committees, Board of War, etc.
Designation: A.
Series P: (3 vols.) Drafts of private letters to the Presidents,
Members of Congress, etc. Designation: P.
Miscellaneous: (4 vols.) Letter books covering in the main
the years 1775-1776. Designation: M.
Letters to Washington: (117 vols.) Volumes 89-98 comprize
the larger part of the letters received from Congress.
Designation: (volume number of the series) e. g. 89.
From the Force Collection: (7 vols.) Drafts and letters from
and to Washington. (Calendar of these was issued by the
Library in 1901.) Designation: W.
Miscellany: Some hundred loose, unbound, and unindexed
material from various sources, the larger part from the
Department of State. Designation: Miscel.
II. Papers of the Continental Congress: [C. C. and volume number.]
Nos. 13, 14, 15, 16, 18: (5 vols.) Letter books of the Presi
dents of Congress.
No. 33: (2 vols.) Reports of Committees.
No. 133: (1vol.) Letter book of the Committee left in charge
at Philadelphia. 1776-7.
No. 152: (11 vols.) Washington s letters to Congress. This
supplements and is supplemented by Series A above, the
gaps in each being in great measure tilled by the other.
No. 169: (9 vols.) Transcript made in the Office of the Sec
retary of Congress of 152, supplying many deficiencies.
Nos. 185, 186, 191: (6 vols. in all.) Despatch and Committee
Books, which for the period covered (1779 and on), traces
the history of the various documents received in their
course through Congress.
III. Papers of Robert Morris: [Morris.]
Official letter books: (7 vols.) Correspondence Avhile Super
intendent of Finance.
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CALENDAR
1775 Massachusetts, Provincial Congress. Watertown. Estab-
MAY 12 lishment of ten companies of matrosses. Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, Sept. 21. C. C. 169, 1, 400
1775 Connecticut, General Assembly. Order establishing daily
^IAY allowance of a soldier. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Thomas Mifflin. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1775, Aug. -i. C. C. 152 ,1, 69
1775 Massachusetts, Provincial Congress. Watertown. Resolve
JUNE 10 establishing daily allowance of a soldier. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Thomas
Mifflin. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1775, Aug. 4. C. C. 152, 1, 67
[1775] Washington, George. [Philadelphia.] To the President
[JUNE 16] [of Congress, Philadelphia]. Acceptance of com
mission as Commander-in-chief of the army.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Edmund Pendleton. Endorsed by Charles Thom
son : Genl. Washington s answer to the Congress
upon his Accepting the Office." C. C. 152, 1, 1
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 2, 477.
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Chief of Engineers and
JUNE 16 assistants. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, with
autograph initialed note of John Hancock.
Transmitted to Washington. 89, 167
1775 British Army, Officers. Return of killed and wounded at
JUNE 17 battle of Charlestown [Bunker Hill]. Names of
officers; general account of a Boston citizen. 3
pp. In handwriting of Horatio Gates? Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
July U. C. C. 152, 1, 31
1775 Continental Congress. Commission to George Washington
JUNE 19 as General and Commander-in-chief of the army
of the United Colonies and of all forces raised or
to be raised by them. D. S. of John Hancock,
countersigned by Charles Thomson. Parchment.
1 p. In handwriting of Timothy Matlack.
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1775 Hancock, John, Thomas Gushing, Samuel Adams, John
JUNE 22 Adams, and Robert Treat Paine. Philadelphia.
To Gen. [George] Washington [Cambridge, Massa
chusetts]. Authorities of Massachusetts; men of
influence. A. L. 8. of John Adams, signed also
by the others. 1 p. 89, l~2
1775 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of]
JUNE 24 Congress, Philadelphia. Journey to Boston;
scarcity of powder. Unsigned. 1 p. In hand
writing of Thomas Miiflin. C. C. 152, 1, 3
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N. Y. 1889. 2,493.
1775 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
JUNE 24 Congress, Philadelphia. Scarcity of powder.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Thomas Mifflin.
C. C. 152, 1, 5
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1S89. 2, 496.
1775 Continental Congress. Resolves. Maj. Gen. Pfhilip John]
J UNE 2 Schuyler and an attempt on Canada. Contempo
rary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Timothy
Matlack, attested by Charles Thomson. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1775.
June 28. 89, 1
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[George] Washington [Cambridge]. Maj. Gen.
[Philip John] Schuyler s instructions respecting
Canada; commissions. A. L. S. of John Han
cock. 2pp. "Answered July 11." [10]* 89, -2
1775 Rodney, Caesar and Thomas McKean. Philadelphia. To
[George] Washington [Cambridge]. Recommend
ing Ensign John Parke. L. S. of McKean and
Rodney. 1 p. 6, 111
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Jt"i-Y 5 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Forward
ing regulations for government of troops. A. L.
S. of John Hancock. 1 p. "Answered July
11." [10]* 89,4
1775 Continental Army, Council of War. Cambridge. Strength
JULY 9 of enemy ; recruiting the army; rendezvous in case
of retreat; defense of Dorchester Point. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Joseph Reed. Read in Congress
July 19. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1775, July 10. C. C. 152, 1 , 21
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the President [of
Jri/vr 10 Congress, Philadelphia]. Organization and dis
ciplining of the army; officers; clothing, etc.,
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 13
L. S. 10 pp. In handwriting of Joseph Reed.
Read in Congress July 19.
C. C. 152, 1, 9
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 8.
1775 Continental Army. [Cambridge.] Return of killed, wounded
[JULY 10?] and missing in battle of Bunker Hill. 1 p. Read
in Congress July 19. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1775, July 10.
C. C. 152, 1
1775 Hancock, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
JuLY 1( [Cambridge]. Intention to serve in army. A.
L. S. 1 p. Answered July 21.* 89, 6
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3,39,
note.
1775 Pendleton, Edmund. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
JuLY 12 ington [Cambridge]. Introducing George Baylor;
Rifle and German companies raised in Penns} 7 !-
vania. A. L. S. 1 p. 6, 130
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
JULY 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Recruiting; enemy s
loss at Bunker Hill; scarchYy of provisions in Bos
ton ; minor matters. L. S. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Joseph Reed. C. C. 152, 1, 27
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 24,
note.
1775 Trumbull, Jonathan. Lebanon [Connecticut]. To [George]
JrLY 17 Washington [Cambridge]. Raising of two regi
ments; flour; prize brig Nancy. Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1775, July 21.
C. C. 169, 1, 391
1775 Hancock, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
JfLY 19 Cambridge. Introducing [Matthew] Ogden and
[Aaron] Burr. A. L. 8. 1 p. Answered Feb. 9*.
6, 150
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Command of troops on
JrLY 20 Northern frontier. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Charles Thomson. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1775,
July 24. 89, 10
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
JuLY21 Congress, Philadelphia]. Progress of the siege;
organizing the army, etc. L. S. 8 pp. In hand
writing of Joseph Reed. C. C. 152, 1, 35
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N. Y. 1889. 3, 28.
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [John] Hancock
JuLY 21 [Philadelphia]. His intention to join the Army.
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Letter-book copy. In handwriting of Joseph
Reed. M. I, 26
1775 Heath, William. Roxbury. To [George] Washington
JuLY 21 [Cambridge]. Burningofthelighthou.se. Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, July 21. C. C. 169, 1, 396
1775 Continental Congress, President. To [George] Washington
JULY 24 [Cambridge]. Proceedings of Congress in Army
matters; Indians on northern frontier; arming of
tories; advices from Georgia. L. 8. 4 pp.
In handwriting of Timothy Matlack. Answered
Aug. 4*. 89, 18
1775 Lee, Richard Henry, P[atrick] Henry, jr., and Th[omas]
JULY 26 Jefferson. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing
ton [Cambridge]. Recommending Edmund Ran
dolph. A. L. S. of Lee, signed also by Henry
and Jefferson. 2 pp. 6, 157
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
JULY 27 Congress, Philadelphia]. Sailing of transports
from Boston. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Joseph Reed. C. C. 152, 1 , 47
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford),N. Y. 1889. 3, 47, note.
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Appropriating money for
JULY 27 powder. A. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
Transmitted to Washington. 89, 1-1
1775 Continental Congress, Resolves. Establishing hospital for
JULY 27 Army. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Trans
mitted to Washington. 89, 8
Dated in error July 17.
1775 Continental Army, General return [Cambridge], State-
JULY 29 ment of numbers. Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
Aug. 1. C. C. 169, 1, 398
1775 Massachusetts. House of Representatives. Resolve re-
JULY 29 questing a detachment to protect tire Eastern
coast. Contemporary copy attested. 1 p. In
handwriting of Horatio Gates. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
Aug. 4. C. C. 152,1,77
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 51, note.
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the General Court
JULY 31 of Massachusetts Bay [Watertown]. Inability
to make detachment requested. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Thomas Mifflin.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1775, Aug. 4. C. C. 152, 1, 79
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 53.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 15
1775 Henry, P[atrick] jr. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
JULY 31 ing-ton [Cambridge]. Recommending [Maj. John
Gizzard] Frazer. A. L. S. 1 p. 6, 164
1775 Continental Congress. Establishment of state of appoint-
[Jt T Lv] ments and pay of officers from Commander in
chief down; memorandum of certain staff appoint
ments. A. D. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. Trans
mitted to Washington. 89, 23
See: Journals of Congress, 1775, July 29. Resolves on report of a
Committee of the Whole.
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Appropriating money for
Au(i - ! use of army. A. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
Transmitted to Washington. 89, 16
1775 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
AuG - 1 ington, Cambridge]. Efforts of Congress to
lighten Washington s burdens; adjournment;
powder; blockade of Boston harbor; friendship
of Indians; lack of news from England. A. L.
S. 3 pp. 6, 175
1775 [Noyes, Belcher.] Boston. To his son. The situation
ArG - l in Boston; sickness; mortality among troops.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Thomas Mifflin. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1775, Aug. 4.
C. C. 152, 1, 83
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
A Tty-- A
Congress, Philadelphia]. Commissions; recruit
ing; powder, etc. L. S. 1-i pp. In handwriting
of Joseph Reed. Read in Congress Sep. 13.
C. C. 152, 1, 51
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 3,58.
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [Maj.] Gen.
AuG - u [Thomas] Gage [Boston]. Treatment of Ameri
can prisoners. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Edmund Randolph. Enclosed in
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1775, Aug. 23. C. C. 152, 1, 87
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 79.
1775 Gage, Thomas. Boston. To George Washington [Cam-
Auo. 13 bridge]. Treatment of American prisoners; jus
tification. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Edmund Randolph. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
Aug. 23. C. C. 152, 1, 103
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 3. 79, note.
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1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [Maj.J Gen.
Auti - 19 [Thomas] Gage [Boston]. Irrelevancy of his
answer to complaint of treatment of prisoners.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Edmund Randolph. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1775, Aug. 23.
C. C. 152, 1, 91
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 18X9. ;;, 90.
1775 Great Britain, Royal Proclamation for suppressing rebel
lion and sedition. Broadside. 2 pp. London.
Printed by Charles Eyre and William Stratum.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1775, Nov. 2. C. C. 152, J , 271
1775 Tudor, William. [Cambridge.] To George Washington
[Cambridge]. Arduous nature of his duties; pay
and assistants. A. L. 8. 3 pp. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
Aug. 23. C. C. 152, 1, 99
1775 Griffin, Peter. Ticonderoga. Examination of. Report
of his scout around St. Johns. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Charles Thom
son. Enclosed in President of Congi ess to Wash
ington, 1775, Sep. 26. 89, 28
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the President of
the New York Convention [New York]. Want
of powder. Contemporary copy made and
attested by John McKesson. 1 p. Endorsed by
Charles Thomson: " * * * transmitted from
the com" of N. Y. & read before Congress 14
Septr. 1775 " " Mr. Chase Mr. Nelson Mr. Crane
Mr. Jay Mr. Duane Mr. Dyer Mr. Lynch, Jay
J. Adams, Lewis. The Delegates from Pensyl.
having informed the Congress that from sundry
occurrences they had not pd. any of the expenses
&c recommended to be pd. by them & desiring
that some members be added from other Colonies
as sundry debts have been incurred in other
colonies.
Resolvd. that Mr Chase &c. be added to the
delegates from Pen. & that any five of them be a
quorum to settle the accots. of Expresses riffle
men & the Hussars, &c. " C. C. 152, 1, 107
[1775] Washington, George. [Cambridge.] To [the President of
[AUG. 31] Congress, Philadelphia]. Appointments: new
fortifications etc. L. S. 4pp. In handwriting
of Joseph Reed. C. C. 152, 1, 95
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3,104.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 17
[1775] Boston. Fortifications in and around. Sketch plan of
[AUG.] American and British intrenchments [by John
Trumbull]. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1775, Aug. 4.
C. C. 152, 1, 75
[1775] Roxbury. American intrenchments. Sketch plan [by
[Arc.] John Trumbull]. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1775, Aug. 4.
C. C. 152, 1, 71
1775 [Lee Arthur?] [London?] To [R. H. Lee?] The situation
SEP. -l. in Great Britain; arming all classes; injury to com
merce; correspondence, seizures and retaliation in
America; forces preparing to go to America; peti
tion of Congress; free trade intention of America.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in Lee,
Richard Henrv to Washington, 1775, Nov. 13.
7, 186
1775 Douw, Volckert P[ieterse] and Oliver Wolcott. Albany
SEP - 5 - [New York]. Certificate respecting Rev. [Samuel]
Kirkland s expenses. D. S. 1 p. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
Sep. 30. C. C. 152, 1. 179
1775 Schuyler, [Philip John]. Isle aux Noix [Canada]. Proc-
SEP - 5 - lamation to the Inhabitants of Canada. Purpose
of the invasion. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Charles Thomson. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1775,
Sep. 26. 89, 25
1775 Gamble, Thomas. Quebec. To [Maj.] Gen. [Thomas] Gage
S EP - 6 - [Boston]. Forwarding cattle to Boston; situation
on the frontier; sympathies of the Canadians.
L. S. 4 pp. Enclosed in Washington to Con
gress, 1775, Oct. 5. C. C. 152, 1, 209
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford), X.Y. 1889. 3,167,
note.
1775 Gamble, Thomas. Quebec. To Maj. [William] Sheriff
SEP - 6 - [Boston]. Personal mercantile matters; disposi
tion of the Canadians; private affairs. L. S.
4 pp. C. C. 152, 1, 213
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford), N. Y. 1889. 3, 167,
note.
1775 [Trumbull, Joseph.] Cambridge. To [George] Washing-
SEP. 6. ton [Cambridge]. Purchase of flour and pork.
A. D. 2 pp. C. C. 152, 1, 113
28632-
18 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
SEP. 7. Congress, Philadelphia]. Supplies for the winter;
salt and powder. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Joseph Reed. Read in Congress Sep. 21.
C. C. 152, 1, 109.
1775 Continental Army. Council of War. Near St. Johns,
SEP. 7. Canada. Fortifying Isle aux Noix. Contem
porary cop} 1 . 1 p. In handwriting of Charles
Thomson. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington. 1775, Sep. 26. 89, 27
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the general offi-
SEP. 8. cers of the Army. Requesting opinion as to
attack on Boston. Contemporary copy. In hand
writing of Joseph Reed. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1775, Sep. 14.
Read in Congress Sep. 29. C. C. 152, 1, 141
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), X. Y. 1889. 3,114.
1775 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Isle aux Noix. To [the President
SEP. 8 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Attack on St. Johns
and subsequent movements. Contemporary copy.
i 4 pp. In handwriting of Charles Thomson.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1775, Sept. 26. 89, 31
1775 Continental Army, Council of War. Cambridge. Min-
SEP. 11 utes. Deciding against an attack on Boston.
Contemporary copy. In handwriting of Joseph
Reed. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, Sept. 14. Read in Congress,
Sept. 29. C. C. 152, 1, 141
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 3, 114.
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay of troops in Massa-
SEP. 13 chusetts. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1775, Sep. 19. 89, 310
1775 Getchell, Dennis and Samuel Berry. Vassalboro [12 miles
SEP. 13 above Augusta, Maine]. To Reuben Colburn.
Account of their journey into Canada. Contem
porary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Horatio
Gates with note by Joseph Reed respecting Col-
burn. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, Oct. 5. C. C. 152, 1, 205
1775 Washington, George. [Cambridge.] To Col. Benedict
SEP. 14 Arnold [Cambridge], Instructions for the Cana
dian Expedition. Conciliation of inhabitants;
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 19
plundering, etc. D. S. 4 pp. In handwriting
of Joseph Reed. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1775, Sept. 21.
C. C. 152, 1, 137
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3,121.
1775 Continental Congress, President. To [George] Washington,
SEP. 19 Cambridge. Money for army. L. S. of John
Hancock. 1 p. In handwriting of Charles
Thomson. 89, 21
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Case of Col. John Fenton.
A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by
John Hancock. 1 p. Transmitted to Washing
ton. 89, 316
1775 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To [Ma].
SEP - 20 Gen. Philip John Schuyler, Isle aux Noix]. Sense
of Congress respecting his operations in Canada.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of Con
gress, to Washington, 1775, Sept. 26. 89, 33
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
SEP - - 1 Congress, Philadelphia]. Articles of war; pay
of officers; clothing; lack of mone} 7 ; subsistence,
etc. L. S. 11 pp. In handwriting of Joseph
Reed. Read in Congress Sept. 29.
C. C. 152, 1, 119
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3,137.
1775 Canada, Expedition against. Route to Quebec from the
C SEP - 21 1 Kennebec River. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Joseph Reed. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1775, Sept. 21. Read in
Congress Sept. 29. C. C. 152, 1, 135
1775 Arnold, Benedict. Fort Weston [Augusta, Maine]. To
^ EP - 25 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. March
toward Canada; disputes of rank and other mat
ters. Contemporary cop\ T . 4 pp. In hand
writing of Horatio Gates. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1775, Oct. 5.
C. C. 152, 1, 201
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the Hartford Com-
>SEI> - 26 mittee of Safety, Hartford, Connecticut]. Treat
ment of Maj. [Christopher] French and other
British officers; privilege of wearing their swords.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
George Baylor? . C. C. 152, 1, 117
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 3, 150, note.
20 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 26 [George] Washing-ton [Cambridge]. Arrange
ment and organization of army and miscellaneous
military matters. A. L. S. of John Hancock.
3 pp. Answered Oct. 12.* 89, 35
1775 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
SEP. 26 ington [Cambridge]. Personal mentions from
Virginia; disciplining the army; appointment of
[Maj. Thomas] Mifflin, Quartermaster General;
feeling in England and her difficulty in raising
men. A. L. S. 4 pp. 6, 357
1775 Continental Congress, Resolves. Appointing committee,
SEP. 29-30 Lynch, Franklin and Harrison, to confer with the
Commander in Chief. D. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. In handwriting of Charles Thomson. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1775, Sept. 30. 89, 37
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the President of
SEP. 30 Congress [Philadelphia]. Introducing Rev. [Sam
uel] Kirkland to Congress. L. S. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Joseph Reed. Read in Congress
Oct. 25. C.C. 152,1,175
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1SS9. 3, 153.
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 30 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Appoint
ment of Committee of Conference. A. L. S.
2 pp. Answered Oct. 12.* 89, 39
[1775] Continental Congress, Instructions to the Committee of
[SEP. 30] Conference. Reorganization and pay of army:
supplies, recruiting. Contemporary copy. 3
pp. In handwriting of Joseph Reed. 89, 41
[1775] Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[SEP. 30?] [George Washington, Cambridge]. Intelligence
of British forces destined for America; Hessians.
A. L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. 89, 49
[1775] Washington, George. [Cambridge.] Address to the In-
[SEP.] habitants of Canada. Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
Sept. 21. C.C. 169,1,52
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 3, 126.
[1775] Continental Army. Subalterns. Petition to George Wash-
[SEP.] ington for increase of pay. 2 pp. A. D. S. of
John Smith. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1775, Sept. 21. Read in
Congress Sept 29. C. C. 152, 1, 131
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COERESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 21
[1775] [Church, Benjamin] [Cambridge.] To Maj. [Edward?]
[SEP.?] Cane [Boston]. Losses at Bunker Hill; senti
ment of liberty; strength of Continental Army;
personal matters. Contemporary copy of trans
lation of an intercepted letter. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Elisha Porter. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1775, Oct. 5.
C. C. 152, 1, 193
[1775] Thompson, William. [Cambridge.] Voucher for expendi-
[SEP.?] ture of $5,000 in the service. Itemized account.
D. 8. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1775, Oct. I 2.
C. C. 152, 1, 233
1775 Continental Congress, Resolves. Pay of troops; salt pro-
OCT. 2 visions; rewards in event of attack on Boston.
D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In handwriting
of Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1775, Oct. 3. 89, 43
1775 Portsmouth, Committee of Safety. To [George] Washing-
OCT. 2 ton [Cambridge]. Capture of British ship with
flour. L. S.: H. Wentworth, Chairman. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1775, Oct. 5. C. C. 152, 1, 197
1775 Continental Congress, President. To [George] Washington
OCT. 3 [Cambridge]. Money for pay of army. A. L. S.
of John Hancock. 1 p. 89, 45
1775 Continental Army, Council of War. Cambridge. Charges
OCT. 3 against Dr. [Benjamin] Church for holding cor
respondence with enemy. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Stephen Moylan. Enclosed in Washington to
President of Congress, 1775, Oct. 5.
C. C. 152, 1, 189
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
OCT. 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Fuel, etc., for arm}-;
Dr. [Benjamin] Church; captured vessels; Cana
dians. D. S. 7 pp. In handwriting of Joseph
Reed. Read in Congress, Oct. 13.
C. C. 152, 1, 181
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 162.
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 5 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Armed ves
sels to intercept British storeships. A. L. S. of
John Hancock. 3pp. Answered Oct. 12.* 89,46
22 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1775 Continental Congress, President, To [George Washington,
OCT. 5 Cambridge]. Intelligence from London; plans of
the Ministry; military preparations. A. L. S.
of John Hancock. 3 pp. 89, 1-8
1775 Mifflin, Thomas. Cambridge. Estimate of cost of bar-
OCT. 5 racks for 100 men. A. D. S. 1 p. Read in
Congress Oct. 21. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress 1775, Oct. 12.
C. C. 152, 1, 229
1775 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George Washing -
OCT. 8 ton, Cambridge]. British designs. A. L. S. 1 p.
7, 10
1775 Trumbull, Jonathan. Lebanon. To Matthew Griswold.
OCT. 9 Commission to attend the Committee of Confer
ence at Camp. A. D. S. 1 p. Seal of Connec
ticut. Transmitted to Washington. 89, 51
[1775] Trumbull, Joseph. [Cambridge.] Estimate of cost of
[OCT. 10] supplies for army of 22,000 from Oct. 10, 1775
to May 10, 1776. D. S. 1 p. In handwriting
of Horatio Gates. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1775, Oct. 12. Read
in Congress Oct. 24. C. C. 152, 1, 225
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
OCT. 12 Congress, Philadelphia]. The Committee from
Congress; hospital directorship; armed vessels;
Arnold s expedition. L. S. 6 pp. In hand
writing of Joseph Reed. Read in Congress, Oct.
21. C. C. 152, 1, 217
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 172.
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Subsistence allowances for
OCT. 12 recruiting service. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington 1777,
May 20. 95, 320
1775 Cowley, William. Middlesex [Massachusetts]. Deposi-
OCT. 12 tion respecting Maj. John Connolly. D. S. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Horatio Gates. Record of oath
to above taken before Abraham Fuller. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress 1775,
Oct. 12. Read before Congress Oct. 21.
C. C. 152, 1, 237
1775 Trumbull, Jonathan. Lebanon. To Nathanael Wales.
OCT. 12 Commission to attend the Committee of Confer
ence at Camp. D. S. 1 p. Seal of Connecticut.
Transmitted to Washington. 89, 53
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 23
1775 Jones, Pearson. Falmouth [Massachusetts]. Account of
OCT. 16 the destruction of Falmouth. Contemporary
copy. (Made at Cambridge Oct. 24 by Horatio
Gates). 3 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1775, Oct. 24.
C. C. 152, 1, 247
1775 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference. Cam-
OCT. 18-22 bridge. Minutes of proceedings. Organization
of army: pay, clothing, arms, supplies, recruiting,
etc. A. D. S. of Joseph Reed. 28pp. 89,54
Committee: Matthew Griswold, Nathanael Wales from Connecticut;
Nicholas Cooke from Rhode Island; Thomas Lynch, Benjamin Frank
lin, Benjamin Harrison from Congress; James Bowdoin, James Otis,
William Sever and Walter Spooner from Massachusetts.
1775 Gridley, Richard. Cambridge. To [George] Washington
OCT. 20 [Cambridge]. Inventoiy of ordnance stores nec
essary for the army. Transcript. Transmitted
to Congress. C. C. 169, 1, 103
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 20 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Scheme for
destruction of British fleet in Boston harbor.
L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In handwriting of
Charles Thomson. Answered Nov. 8.* 89,72
1775 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
OCT. 22 ington [Cambridge]. News from Virginia; news
from Canada; importance of that country; pow
der; death of Peyton Randolph. A. L. S. 2 pp.
Answered Nov. 8. 7, 68
1775 Parsons, Samuel H[olden], Roxbury [Massachusetts]. To
OCT. 23 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Number of
officers and men willing to continue in the service.
A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1775, Oct. 30.
C. C. 152, 1, 263
1775 Storrs, Experience. Cambridge. To G[eorge] Washing-
OCT. 23 ton [Cambridge]. Officers and men willing to
continue in the service. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
Oct. 30. C. C. 152, 1, 265
1775 Webb, Charles. Winter Hill [near Boston]. To George
OCT. 23 Washington, Cambridge. Officers and men will
ing to continue in the service. A. L. S. 1 p.
Enclosed in Washington to the President cf Con
gress, 1775, Oct. 30. C. C. 152, 1, 269
24 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the President of
OCT. 24 Congress [Philadelphia]. Destruction of Fal-
mouth. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Joseph
Reed. Read in Congress Nov. 1.
C. C. 152, 1, 241
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 181.
1775 Washington, George. [Cambridge.] To Maj. [Christo-
OCT. 25 pher] French [Hartford]. Right to wear his
sword. Contemporary cop} . In handwriting of
Jonathan Trumbull, jr. C. C. 152, 1, 251
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 151, note.
1775 Reed, Joseph. Cambridge. To Thomas Seymour, Hart-
OCT. 26 ford. Dispute over Maj. [Christopher] French s
claim to right to wear his sword. Contemporary
copy. In handwriting of Jonathan Trumbull, jr.
C. C. 152,1,251
1775 Arnold, Benedict. Chaudiere Pond [Canada]. To [George]
OCT. 27 Washington [Cambridge]. Account of his march.
Contemporary copy. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1775, Nov. 1 9.
C. C. 152, 1, 287
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Ordering raising of a com-
OCT. 28 pany of matrosses in New York. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of and attested by
Robert Benson. Transmitted to Washington.
89, 74
[1775] Virginia Gazette (The). Williamsburg. Clipping of ac-
OCT. 28 count of Lord Dunmore s attack on Hampton and
consequent order of the Virginia Committee of
Safety. Enclosed in Lee, Richard Henry to
Washington, 1775, Nov. 13. 7, 186
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
OCT. 30 Congress, Philadelphia]. Resignation of officers.
L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Joseph Reed.
Read in Congress Nov. 7. C. C. 152, 1, 255
Printed : Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 190.
[1775] Washington, George. [Cambridge.] To Capt. Nicholas
[OCT.] Broughton [Cambridge]. Instructions for cruis
ing in the schooner Hannah. Contemporary
copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Horatio Gates.
Read in Congress Oct. 21. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1775, Oct. 12.
C. C. 152, 1, 235
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 25
[1775] Continental Congress, Committee of Conference. Memo-
[OCT.] ranclum of Washington s instructions to Capt.
[Nicholas] Broughton and arrangements of Con
gress respecting prizes taken by armed vessels.
I p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
89, 71
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
Nov. 2 Congress, Philadelphia]. Recruiting orders;
British proclamations. A. L. S. 2 pp. Read in
Congress Nov. 13. C. C. 152, 1, 259
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 3, 193.
1775 Massachusetts, House of Representatives. Resolves re-
Nov - 3 specting muster rolls of Massachusetts troops.
Contemporary copy, attested by Perez Morton.
3 pp. In handwriting of Charles Morse. Trans
mitted to Washington. 89, 75
1775 Continental Congress, Resolves. Pay, rations, clothing, etc.
Nov. 6 of army; regulations for government; duties of
officers, etc. D. S. of John Hancock. 8 pp. In
handwriting of Timothy Matlack, attested by
Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1775, Nov. 7. 89, 77
1775 Continental Army. General return. Cambridge. State-
^ ov - 6 ment of numbers. Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress 1775,
Nov. 8. C. C. 169, 1, 401
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov - ~ [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Enclosing
resolves. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. An
swered Nov. 19.* 89, 81
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
Nov - 8 Congress, Philadelphia]. Plan for destruction of
British fleet at Boston; naval captures; reenlist-
ments. A. L. S. 4 pp. Referred to Wythe,
E. Rutledge, J. Adams, W. Livingston, Frank
lin, Wilson, and Johnson. Reported Nov. 23.
Agreed to Nov. 25. For report as adopted see
Journals of Congress that date. C. C. 152, 1, 275
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3,202.
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Free postage of delegates
Nov. 8 mail. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. Counter
signed by John Hancock. Transmitted to Wash
ington. 89, 100
26 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1775 Arnold, B[enedict]. Point Levi [Canada]. To Brig. Gen.
Nov. 8 [Richard] Montgomery [Camp near St. Johns].
Difficulties of march; condition of Quebec; cross
ing of St. Lawrence. Contemporary copy. In
handwriting of Horatio Gates? Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
Dec. 4. C. C. 152, l, 317
1775 Arnold, Benedict]. Point Levi [Canada]. To [George]
Nov. 8 Washington [Cambridge]. Scarcity of provi
sions; Col. [Roger] Enos s retreat; Quebec. Con
temporary copy. In handwriting of Horatio
Gates? Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, Dec. 4. C. C. 152, 1, 317
1775 Enos, Roger. Brunswick, near Kennebec. To [George]
Nov. 9 Washington [Cambridge]. Reasons for his re
turn; scarcity of provisions. Contemporary
copy. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, Nov. 19. C. C. 152, 1, 287
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To Gen.
Nov. 10 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Forwarding
resolves. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. An
swered Nov. 19*. 89, 104
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Free postage of Com-
Nov. 10 mander-in-chief s mail. A. D. S. of Charles Thom
son. Countersigned by John Hancock. Trans
mitted to Washington. 89, 100
1775 Continental Congress, Resolves. Spys to be sent to Nova
Nov. 10 Scotia; raising battalions of marines. A. D. S.
of John Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1775, Nov. 10.
89, 101
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
N v - 11 Congress, Philadelphia]. Captures by armed
vessels; reenlistments; officers and men; move
ments of enemy. L. S. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Stephen Moylan. Read in Congress Nov. 20.
C. C. 152, 1, 279
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 213.
1775 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
Nov. 13 ington, Cambridge]. Intelligence from England;
British army to remove to Long Island; goods
sent into Canada to bribe the Indians; success at
Chamblee; [John Murray, Earl] Dunmore in
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 27
Virginia; armed vessels; powder in Virginia;
treaty with Ohio Indians. A. L. S. 3 pp. 7, 185
1775 Lynch, Thomas. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
Nov. 13 Cambridge]. [Lt.] Col. [Joseph] Reed s delay in
returning to camp; additional pay for officers;
enlisting New Englanders; means of obtaining
peace; powder; Canada; news from Virginia;
articles of war and effect on officers. A. L. S.
4 pp. 7, 189
1775 Arnold, Benedict. St. Marie, 2 Leagues from Point Levi.
Nov. 14 Xo [George] Washington [Cambridge]. His situ
ation. Contemporary copy. In handwriting of
Horatio Gates? Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1775, Dec. 4.
C. C. 152, 1, 317
1775 Montgomery, Richard. [Montreal.] To [Maj. Gen. Philip
Nov. 17 John Schuyler? Albany]. The situation; [Sir
Guy] Carleton s strength. Contemporary copy.
In handwriting of Horatio Gates? Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1775, Dec. 4. C. C. 152, 1, 317
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the President of
Nov. 19 Congress [Philadelphia], Raising of battalions
of marines; accounts from Canada; reenlistments.
L. S. 3 pp. In handwriting of Stephen Moy Ian.
Read in Congress Nov. 27. C. C. 152, 1, 283
Printed: \Vritings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 3, 225.
1775 Lovell, James. Boston. To [George] Washington [Cam-
Nov. 19 bridge]. His distressed condition. A. L. S.
2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, Dec. 18. C. C. 152, 1, 365
1775 Carleton, [Sir] Guy. Quebec. Proclamation ordering all
Nov. 22 persons to quit the province who do not enroll in
the militia. Broadside in English and French.
2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, Dec. 31. C. C. 152, 1,395
1775 Bayley, Jacob. Newbury [New Hampshire]. To Col.
Nov. 24 [Moses] Little [Cambridge?]. Route to Canada
viaSt. John; importance of the province. A.L. S.
4 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, Dec. 25. C. C. 152, 1, 391
1775 Continental Congress, Committee report. Nature of prizes
of armed vessels; courts of admiralty; libel;
shares of captors. Contemporary copy. In hand-
28 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
writing of Timothy Matlack. Signed by John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1775, Dec. 22. 89, 106
Committee of seven appointed Nov. 17: Wythe E. Rutledge, J. Ad
ams, W. Livingston, Franklin, Wilson and Johnson; 2d resolve of this
report recommitted Dec. 14; and substitute resolution of Congress
adopted Dec. 19. See: Journals of Congress (ed. 1904) of these dates.
1775 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
N v - 26 ington, Cambridge]. Successes in Canada; Brit
ish reenforcement of Boston; Canada committee.
A. L. S. 2 pp. 7, 233
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
Nov. 28 Congress, Philadelphia]. Command of the artil
lery; reenlistment of troops; fortifications. L.
S. 7 pp. In handwriting of Stephen Mo} T lan.
"Considd. 7th " [December]. C. C. 152, 1, 291
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 18X9. 3, 241.
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
N v - 30 Congress, Philadelphia]. Capture [of the Nancy}
by Capt. [John] Manly. L. S. 1 p. In hand
writing of Stephen Moylan. Head in Congress
Dec. 11. C. C. 152, 1, 301
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 261.
1775 Continental Congress. Resolves. Battalion of Marines;
Nov. 30 pay, etc., for Army; prizes. A. D. S. of Charles
Thornso.:, countersigned by John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1775, Dec. 2. 89, 108
1775 Continental Army. General Court Martial. Cambridge.
DEC. l Trial of Lt. Col. [Roger] Enos. Evidence and
decision of the court. Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
Dec. 11. C. C. 169, 1, 138
1775 Putnam, Israel, Cambridge. To [George] Washington
DEC. 1 [Cambridge]. Recommending Col. Henry Bab-
cock for brigadier general. L. S. 1 p. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1775, Dec. 4. C. C. 152, 1, 313
1775 Massachusetts, House of Representatives. [Watertown.]
Order appointing committee to confer with Gen.
[George] Washington on defense of Cape Cod
harbour. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Stephen Moylan. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1775, Dec. 4.
C. C. 152, 1, 325
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 29
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 2 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Money for
arm}-; Dr. [John] Connolly; [John Murray, Earl]
Dunmore; prizes and miscellaneous matters. A.
L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. 89, 113
1775 Continental Congress. Resolves. Artillery regiment; ex-
DEC. 2 tract from resolves of Nov. IT ; prisoners and goods
taken in prizes; supplies for prisoners; payment
of Army; exchanges; miscellaneous military mat
ters; expresses; exchange of Ethan Allen. A.
D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1775, Dec. 2. 89, 108
1775 "Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
DEC. 4 Congress, Philadelphia]. Captures by armed
vessels; troops returning home. Canadian affairs.
L. S. 8 pp. In handwriting of Stephen Moylan.
Read in Congress Dec. 13. Referred to the com
mittee of Nov. 17. See: Committee report 1775,
Nov. 25. C. C. 152, 1, 305
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N.Y. 1889. 3,25(3.
1775 Continental Congress. Resolve. General and field officers
DEC. 4 commands. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1775, Dec. 8. 89, 119
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To Jonathan Trum-
DEC. 5 bull [Lebanon, Connecticut]. Enlistment of
troops; new establishment: filling up of the army.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1775, Dec. 11.
C. C. 152, 1, 383
1775 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
DEC. 6 ington, Cambridge]. Affairs in Virginia; armed
vessels: matters on the Kanawha; news from
Canada. A. L. S. 3 pp. 7, 265
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the President of
DEC. 7 Congress, Philadelphia. Seizure of inhabitants
of St. Johns by armed vessels; John Anderson s
royalist S3 7 mpathies. L. S. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Stephen Moylan. C. C. 152, 1, 329
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N. Y. 1889. 3, 257 and 261.
1775 Continental Congress. Resolve. Authority to call out mili-
DEC. 7 tia. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned
by John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1775, Dec. 8. 89, 120
30 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To [George]
DEC. 8 Washington [Cambridge]. Forwarding money
for army. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In hand
writing of Charles Thomson. 89, 115
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To [George]
DEC. 8 Washington [Cambridge]. Cannon and lead;
backwardness of enlistments; Col. [Benedict] Ar
nold in Canada. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Charles Thomson. Ans\vered
Dec, 18.* 89, 116
1775 Lynch, Thomas. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
DEC. 8 Cambridge]. The situation; news from Canada;
a Member of Congress. [John Adams] going to
New England. A. L. S. 2 pp. 7, 272
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
DEC. 11 Congress, Philadelphia]. Capt. [John] Manly s
captures; militia; enlistments; smallpox, etc.
L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting of Stephen Moylan.
C. C. 152, l", 335
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N. Y. 1889. 3. 270.
1775 Morgan, John. General Hospital. [Cambridge]. To
DEC. 12 [George] Washington, [Cambridge]. Hospital at
Roxbury; general hospital matters. A. L. S.
2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, Dec, 14. C. C. 152, 1, 343
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
DEC. 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Marines; hospital; small
pox in Boston. L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting
of Stephen Moylan. C. C. 152, 1, 339
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N. Y. 1889. 3, 274.
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
DEC - 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Messrs. Penct & de
Pliarne s scheme to furnish arms and ammunition.
Letter-book copy. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. M. I, 155
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
Congress, Philadelphia]. Intelligence of troops
leaving Boston. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of
Stephen Moylan. C. C. 152, 1, 347
1775 Wadsworth, Peleg. [Cambridge.] To [George] Washing-
DEC. 16 ton [Cambridge]. Report on fortifying Cape
Cod. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1775,
Dec. 25. C. C. 152, 1, 379
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 31
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
DEC. 18 Congress, Philadelphia]. [John Murray,] Lord
Dunmore in Virginia; works on Lechmere Hill;
enlistments, etc. L. S. 5 pp. In handwriting
of Stephen Moylan. C. C. 152, 1, 351
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 285.
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [Maj. Gen. Sir Wil-
DEC. 18 H am Howe, Boston]. Retaliation for treatment
of Col. [Ethan] Allen. Contemporary attested
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Stephen Moy
lan. Enclosed in Y\"ashington to the President of
Congress, 1T75, Dec. 18. C. C. 152, 1, 361
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
DEC. 19 Congress, Philadelphia]. Transmitting letter.
A. L. S. 1 p. C. C. 152, 1, 369
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Trial of prizes of armed
DEC. 20 vessels. Contemporary copy. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson, countersigned by John Han
cock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1775, Dec. 22. 89, 110
1775 Howe, [Sir] William. Boston. To George Washington,
DEC. 21 Cambridge. Treatment of [Col. Ethan] Allen.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1775, Dec. 25.
C. C. 152, 1, 377
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 284,
note.
1775 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To George
DEC. 22 Washington [Cambridge]. Reenlistments; prizes
taken by armed vessels; attack on Boston and
minor military matters. A. L. S. of John Han
cock. 3 pp. Answered Jan. 4, 1776*. 7, 334
1775 Continental Congress, Resolve. Authorizing attack on
DEC. 22 Boston if expedient. A. L). S. of Charles Thom
son, countersigned by John Hancock. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1775, Dec. 22. 7, 333
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
DEC - 25 Congress, Philadelphia]. [Dr. John] Connolly;
pay for the army; fortifications. L. S. 4 pp.
In handwriting of Stephen Moylan.
C. C. 152, 1, 373
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 294.
32 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1775 Bours, John. Newport [Rhode Island]. Oath to refrain
DEC. 25 from assisting the British. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1775, Dec. 31. C. C. 152, 1, 389
1775 Continental Congress, Committee report. Imprisonment of
DEC. 26 soldiers for debt. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
In handwriting of Timothy Matlack, attested by
Charles Thomson. Transmitted to Washington.
89, 121
Committee appointed Dec. 8: J. Wilson and W. Livingston.
1775 Massachusetts, General Court. Report of Committee re-
DEC. 26 specting pay for militia at Braintree, Weymouth,
and Hingham. Resolve of Council thereon. Con
temporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Horatio Gates. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1775, Dec. 31.
C. C. 152, 1, 403
1775 Continental Army. General Return. Cambridge. Tabu-
DEC. 30 Jar statement of members by regiments. 1 p.
A. D. S. of Horatio Gates. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1775, Dec.
31. C. C. 152, 1, 399
1775 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
DEC. 31 Congress, Philadelphia]. Pay for the army;
employment of negroes. L. S. pp. In hand
writing of Stephen Moylan. Received Jan. 15.
Referred to Wythe, Adams, and Wilson.
C. C. 152, 1, 381
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 305.
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the President of
JAN. 4 Congress, Philadelphia. Situation of the army;
British reinforcements; designs of enemy; the
King s speech. Unsigned. 3 pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Con
gress Jan. 13. C. C. 152, 1, 407
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3,312.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Patriotism of James
JAN. 5 Lovell. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, counter
signed by John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1776, Jan. 6-18.
90, 53
1776 Adams, John. Watertown. To [George Washington,
JAN. 6 Cambridge]. Opinion on Maj. Gen. [Charles]
Lee s plan. A. L. S. 3 pp. 8, 29
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON . 33
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 6-18 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Rank of
aids; Allen Cameron, [Dr. John] Connolly, and
[Dr. John F. D.] Smyth; formation of army in
Canada; pay for troops; saltpetre; barbarity of
British; militia; news from Canada. L. S. of
John Hancock. 4 pp. In handwriting of Charles
Thomson. 90, 56
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 6-21 [George] Washington. [Morristown, New Jersey].
[James] Lovell; rank of aids; [Allen] Cameron,
[Dr. John] Connolly, and [Dr. John F. D.]
Smyth; defense of Canada; paymaster s bills;
saltpetre; [John Murray,] Lord Dunmore s bar
barity; Massachusetts militia; powder; disaster
at Quebec. L. S. of John Hancock. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Charles Thomson. 90, 56
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Virginia troops; western
JAN. 8 frontiers. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, Jan 10. 13, 53
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Troops to be raised for
JAN. 8 service in Canada; purchase of salt-petre. A. D.
S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, Jan. 6-18. 90, 53
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Free postage for soldiers.
JAN- 9 A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by
John Hancock. Transmitted to Washington.
89, 100
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Forwarding money ; post-
J AN ~- 9 age of soldiers mail. A. D. . of Charles
Thomson, countersigned John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, Jan. 6-18. 90, 53
Postage resolve same as preceding entry.
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
JAN. 11 Congress, Philadelphia], Defense of New York;
Maj. [Thomas] Knowlton s exploit. L. S. 3pp.
In handwriting of Stephen Moylan. Read in
Congress Jan. 22. C. C. 152, 1, 411
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 332.
1776 Schuyler,Ph[ilipJohn]. Albany [New York]. To [George]
J AN - 13 Washington [Cambridge]. Reenforcements for
2863206 3
34 . LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Canada. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of George Lewis. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1776, Jan. 19.
C. C. 152, 1, 429
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
Congress, Philadelphia]. Want of fire-arms; re-
enforcements of the British. L. S. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress Jan. 25. C. C. 152, 1, 415
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 337.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Rank of officers. Con
temporary copy. In handwriting of Joseph
Reed. Transmitted to Washington. 15, 267
1776 Rhode Island, General Assembly. Providence. To the
Rhode Island delegates in Congress. Situation
of the colon} ; its need of defense. Contempo
rary copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1776, Apr. 30.
C. C. 152, 1, 635
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Draftstopa} T army; enlist-
JAX. 16 ment of negroes; chaplains. A. D. S. of Charles
Thomson, countersigned by John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, Jan. 6-18. 90, 53
1776 Massachusetts, House of Representatives [Watertown].
JAN. 16 Report of Committee and resolve respecting re
cruits furnishing their own arms. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of George Lewis.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Jan. 19. C. C. 152, 1, 433
1776 Lynch, Thomas. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
J AX - 16 [Cambridge]. Courts of Admiralty and military
matters; delay in furnishing money; troops to
be raised; expense; attitude of Britain; Lord
Drummond and his information; powder. A. L.
S. 3 pp. 8, 69
1776 Continental Army. Council of War. Cambridge. Rais-
JAN. 18 ing troops for Canada. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Horatio Gates. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress 1776, Jan. 19. C. C. 152, 1, 423
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
JAN. 19 Congress, Philadelphia]. Affairs in Canada; rais-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 35
ing of troops for service there. A. L. S. 4 pp.
Read in Congress Jan. 27. Referred to Lynch,
Wythe, Sherman, Ward, and J. Adams.
C. C. 152, 1, 4
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 359.
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the Colonies of
JAN. 19 Massachusetts, Connecticut and New Hampshire.
Troops for Canada. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting
of George Baylor. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1775, Jan. 19.
C. C. 152, 1, 427
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 362.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Enlistment of seamen for
JAN. 19 South Carolina; reenforcements for Canada. A.
D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by
John Hancock. 4 pp. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1776, Jan. 20. 90, 69
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 20 [George] Washington [Cambridge], Defeat in
Canada; reenforcements; raising of troops, etc.
L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Timothy Matlack. 90, 57
1776 Continental Army. Commissary General s Department.
JAN. 20 List of persons employed. A. D. of Joseph
Trumbull. 3 pp. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1776, Jan. 24.
C. C. 152, 1, 443
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 20 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Canadian
situation; reenforcements; naming South Caro
lina armed vessels; capture of [Dr. John F. D.]
Smyth; raising of troops; minor matters. L. S*
of John Hancock. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Timothy Matlack. 90, 58
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Officers and money for
JAN. 20 Canada. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, counter
signed by John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1776, Jan 20.
90, 69
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
JAN - 24 Congress, Philadelphia]. Commissary General s
department; accounts of the army; military situa
tion; marines. L. S. 4pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 1, 435
36 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Continental Congress. Address to the Inhabitants of Canada.
J AN - 24 Exertions for their relief. Contemporary copy.
3 pp. In handwriting of Stephen Moylan. Trans
mitted to Washington. 90, 72
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [Maj.] Gen. [Philip
JAN. 27 John] Schuyler [Albany]. Canadian affairs;
Coughnawaga Indians. Contemporary copy.
3 pp. In handwriting of George Lewis. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1775, Jan. 30. C. C. 152, 1, 455
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 375.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
J AN - 29 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Raising of
troops; prosecution of the war. L. S. of John Han
cock. 2pp. In handwriting of Timothy Matlack.
8, 132
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Raising troops for Can-
JAN. 29 ada. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned
by John Hancock. 2 pp. Transmitted to Wash
ington. 90, 74
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Raising troops for Can-
J AN - 29 ada. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned
by John Hancock. Transmitted to Washington.
90, 74
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
JAN. 30 Congress, Philadelphia]. Affairs in Canada; pay
of the army; powder; armed vessels. L. S. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read Feb. 9. Referred to Chase, .J. Adams,
Penn, Wythe and Edward Rutledge.
C. C. 152, 1, 447
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3,383.
1776 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Cambridge. To [Maj.] Gen.
JAN. 30 [Sir William] Howe [Boston.] Exchange of
James Lovell. D. S. 1 p. In handwriting of
George Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, Feb. 9.
C. C. 152, 1, 473
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Tent-cloth and arms.
JAN. 30 A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by
John Hancock. Transmitted to Washington.
1776 90, 74
JAN. 30 Coughnawaga Indians. [Cambridge.] Talk with Gen.
[George] Washington. Offers of peace and
alliance.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 37
Pasmiquoddy Indians. Talk with Washington. Offers of
peace; request for powder. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison and George
Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, .1775, Jan. 30.
C. C. 152, 1, 459
Dated in error, Jan. 31.
1776 Continental Army. Quartermaster General s Department.
J AN - List of Clerks and Assistants. A. D. of Thomas i
Mifflin. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, Jan. 24.
C. C. 152, 1, 439
1776 Halifax, Proposed expedition against. General plan.
[JAN.] Copied and attested by Stephen Moylan. 1 p.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1775, Jan. 30. C. C. 152, 1, 463
1776 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Boston. To George Washington
FEB - 2 [Cambridge]. Exchange of James Lovell. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of George
Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, Feb. 9. C. C. 152, 1, 475
1776 Drummond, [Earl of Perth, James, Lord]. New York. To
FEB. 5 Brig. Gen. [James] Robertson, Boston. Sug
gested negotiation for peace. A. L. S. 3 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Feb. 14. C. C. 152, 1, 489
1776 Lynch, Thomas. New York. To [George Washington,
FEB. 5 Cambridge]. Weak state of New York city;
Lord Drummond s purposes. Recent copy. 2 pp.
8, 144
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
FEB. 9 Congress, Philadelphia]. Disadvantages arising
from short enlistments. A. L. S. 4 pp. Read
in Congress Feb. 22. Referred to Committee of
the Whole. C. C. 152, 1, 477
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 406.
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the President of
FEB. 9 Congress, Philadelphia. Pay of the Connecticut
troops. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress Mar. 7.
C. C. 152, 1, 481
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
FEB. 9 Congress, Philadelphia]. Prize courts; recruit-
38 LIBKAEY OF CONGRESS
ing; prisoners; arms. L. S. 6 pp. In hand
writing of Stephen Moylan. Read in Congress
Feb. 22. C. C. 152, 1, 465
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
FEB. 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Lord Drummond s ad
vances; reports from Nova Scotia; subsistence
of prisoners. L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
Feb. 29. Referred to Chase, J. Adams, Penn,
Wythe, and Rutledge. C. C. 152, 1, 485
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 3, 419.
1776 Continental Army. Council of War. Cambridge. Advisa-
FEB. 16 bility of attacking Boston. Contemporary copy.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, Feb. 18. C. C. 152, 1, 501
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
FEB. 18 Congress, Philadelphia]. Decision of Council of
War on attacking Boston; lack of powder. A.
L. S. 4 pp. Read in Congress Mar. 6.
C. C. 152, 1, 497
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 425.
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
FEB. 26 Congress, Philadelphia]. Fortifying Dorchester
Heights; movements of enemj^. Unsigned. 3
pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress Mar. 6. C. C. 152, 1, 505
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 18S9. 3, 432.
[1776] Willard, Aaron and Moses Child. [Cambridge?] Report
[FEB.] [to George Washington, Cambridge]. Condi
tions in Nova Scotia. A. D. S. of Willard, signed
also by Child. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress 1776, Feb. 14.
C. C. 152, 1, 495
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Settlement of seniority of
MAR. 2 officers. Contemporary copy. In handwriting
of Joseph Reed, with explanatory note by Charles
Thomson. 15, 267
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To George
MAR. 6 Washington [Cambridge]. Accounts; establish
ment of Middle and Southern Departments and
commanders for same; command in Canada; man
ufacture of powder and arms. L. S. of John
Hancock. 3 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
Answered Mar. 19*. 8, 210
COKRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 39
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
MAR. 7-9 Congress, Philadelphia]. Fortifications at Dor
chester Heights; plans for engagement; approach
ing evacuation of Boston by enemy. L. S. 8 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress Mar. 15. C. C. 152, 1, 509
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 448.
1776 Continental Congress. Minute of election of Henry B[eek-
MAR - 8 man] Livingston to lieutenant-colonel. Con
temporary copy. In handwriting of Joseph
Reed. 15, 267
1776 Boston, Selectmen. Statement looking toward preserva-
- AlAK< 8 tion of the town on withdrawal of the British.
[Unaddressed but sent to Washington.] Contem
porary copy. In handwriting of William Pal
frey. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress 1776, Mar. 7-9. C. C. 152, 1 5i7
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 457, note.
1776 Learned, Ebenezer. Roxbury [Massachusetts]. To [Jona-
MAK - 9 than and Thomas] Amory and [Peter] Johannot
[Roxbury]. [George] Washington s answer to
statement of the Boston Selectmen. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of William
Palfrey. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1776, Mar. 7.
C. C. 152, 1, 519
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 458, note.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 11 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Minor mili
tary matters. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In
handwriting of Charles Thomson. Answered
Mar. 27*. 8, 222
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
MAR - 13 Congress, Philadelphia]. Approaching evacua
tion of Boston; preparations to defend New York.
L. S. 5 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress Mar. 22.
C. C. 152, 1. 521
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 467.
1776 Continental Army, Council of War. Roxbury [Massachu-
MAR. 13 setts]. Marching troops to New York. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
William Palfrey. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress 1776, March 13.
C. C. 152, 1, 527
40 LIBRARY OP CONGRESS
1776 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
MAR. 13 ington, Cambridge]. Forwarding letters; [Maj.]
Gen. [Charles] Lee going south. A. L. S. 1 p.
8, 233
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the officer com-
MAR. 14 manding the American forces at New York.
[Maj. Gen. William Alexander, Lord Stirling].
Defense of New York. L. S. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Stephen Moylan. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, Mar. 13.
C. C. 152, 1, 531
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3,471.
1776 British Army, Provision return. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
[MAR. 16?] In handwriting of Thomas Mifflin? Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Mar. 24. C. C. 152, 1, 561
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 17 [George] Washington, [Cambridge]. Treatment
of [Lt.] Col. [Archibald] Campbell in retalia
tion for that of [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee; dis
couragement to foreigners proposing to come to
America. L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered Mar. 21.
90, 104
1776 Cheever, Ezekiel. [Boston.] Return of ordnance stores
MAR. 17 left in Boston by the British. Transcript. En
closed in Washington to the President of Congress,
1776, Mar. 27. C. C. 169, 1, 401
1776 Frye, Joseph. Cambridge. To [George] Washington
MAR. 18 [Cambridge]. Resigning his commission. A. L.
S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1775, Mar. 14. C. C. 152, 1, 549
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [Maj. Gen. Wil-
MAR. 19 Ham Alexander, Lord Stirling, New York].
Evacuation of Boston; troops ordered to New
York. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of William Grayson. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Mar. 19. C. C. 152, 1, 535
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3,479,
note.
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
MAR. 19 Congress, Philadelphia]. Occupation of Boston
by the American Army. Unsigned. 2 pp. In
WRITING OF JOSEPH REED.
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge.
Mvr manding the American for 1 -..
(Maj. Gen. William Alexander
Defense of New York. L. S.
writing of Stephen Moyhci.
1776 Continental
t.! Cm. (AtvliibiUu]
for that of [Miij.] Gc.
AnnTiea. L. S. of . -!.u> Hnf" :. nj.
haii(i\vrltin^ of Jaroh Hush.
Ciieever, Kzek u !.
left in Boston itrirish
closed in \\ a h v r t l> " tot he ! ;
177). Mar. _-7.
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handwriting of William Palfrey. Read in Con
gress Mar. 25. C. C. 152, 1, 537
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 475.
1776 Frazer, John G[izzard]. Boston. Inventory of King s
MAR. 20 stores left in Boston by the British. Contempo
rary copy. 4 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress 1776, Mar. 24.
C. C. 152, 1, 557
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the General Court
MAR. 21 [ O f Massachusetts, Watertown]. Departure of
British; King s stores left in Boston; pay of Mas
sachusetts army officers. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of George Lewis. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Mar. 24. C. C. 152, 1, 553
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 481.
1776 Ward, Artemas. Roxbury. To [George] Washington,
MAR. 22 Cambridge. Resigning his commission. L. S.
1 p. Enclosed in Washington to Congress 1776,
Mar. 24. C. C. 152, 1, 545
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Authorizing privateers;
MAR. 23 prizes. Broadside. 1 p. Printed by John Dun-
lap. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1776, Mar. 25. 90, 78
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
MAR. 24 Congress, Philadelphia]. Evacuation of Boston;
military stores and other matters; Commissioners
from England. L. 8. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Apr. 2. Referred to Johnson, Jay and Wilson.
C. C. 152, 1, 541
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 487.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR - 25 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Evacuation
of Boston; lack of arms; troops for Canada.
L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. 8, 265
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
MAR. 27 Congress, Philadelphia]. Sailing of enemy from
Nantasket; troops sent to New York; petition
from inhabitants of Nova Scotia. L. S. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Re
ceived Apr. 6. Referred to Committee of the
Whole. C. C. 152, 1, 563
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 3, 494 and 496,
42 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Cooke, Nicholas. Providence [Rhode Island] To [George]
^AK. 31 Washington, Cambridge. Appearance of the
British fleet off Rhode Island. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress 1776, Apr. 1.
C. C. 152, 1, 575
[1776] Nova Scotia, Inhabitants. Petition to George Washington
[MAR.?] [Cambridge] Calling for assistance. Contempo
rary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the President
. of Congress 1776, Mar. 27. C. C. 152, 1, 567
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
APR. l Congress, Philadelphia]. Alarm of enemy land
ing in Rhode Island. L. S. 2 pp. In hand
writing of William Palfrey. C. C. 152, 1, 571
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To the President of
APR. 1 Congress, Philadelphia. Introducing Jonathan
Edd} T and the Acadians. L. S. 1 p. In hand
writing of William Palfrey. Read in Congress
Apr. 10. Referred to Committee of the Whole.
C. C. 152, 1, 577
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Settlement of Treasury
APR - ! accounts. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, coun
tersigned by John Hancock. 2 pp. Transmitted
to Washington. 89, 122
1776 Adams, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
APR. 1 [Cambridge] Introducing Francis Dana; thanks
of Congress and medal commemorating evacua
tion of Boston. A. L. S. 1 p. 8, 280
1776 Cooke, Nicholas. Providence [Rhode Island]. To [George]
APR. 1 Washington [Cambridge]. Foundation of report
concerning the British fleet. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Apr. 4. C. C. 152, 1, 585
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 2 [George] Washington [Cambridge]. Thanks of
Congress on occasion of evacuation of Boston.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. Answered Apr. 18.* 8, 283
1776 Washington, George. Cambridge. To [the President of
APR. 4 Congress, Philadelphia]. Pay of militia; powder
loaned by Massachusetts; Paymaster General.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 43
L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress Apr. 15.
C. C. 152, 1, 581
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 9.
1776 Burbeck, William. Cambridge [Massachusetts]. To Col.
Henry Knox [Cambridge]. Reasons for refusing
to obey orders. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress 1776, May
11. C. C. 152, 1, 679
1776 Knox, Henry. Cambridge. To Lt. Col. William Burbeck
APR - 12 [Cambridge]. Ordering him to New York. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, May 11. C. C. 152, 1, 681
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
ApR - 15 Congress, Philadelphia]. The march to New
York; miscellaneous matters. L. S. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Reed.
Apr. 18. Referred to Chase, Clinton, and
Braxton. C. C. 152, 1, 587
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 17.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Recruiting the rifle corps.
APR - lo A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by
John Hancock. 1 p. Transmitted to Washing
ton. 89, 123
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Disposition of cannon and
APR - 16 stores at New London with list of same. A. D. S.
of Charles Thomson. 3 pp. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1776, Apr. 20.
89, 126
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
ApR> 17 [George] Washington [New York] Troops for
Cape May. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
8, 335
1776 Continental Congress, Committee on fortifying coast.
ApR - 17 Philadelphia, To [George Washington, New
York]. Fortifying of Cape Ann and New Lon
don. A. L. S. of John Adams, signed also by
Benjamin Harrison and William Whipple. 2 pp.
Answered Apr. 22.* 89, 12-i
Committee: Harrison, J. Adams and Whipple.
1776 New York, Committee of Safety, New York. To [George]
ApR - I7 Washington [New York], Exchange of citizen
prisoners. Contemporaiy copy. 1 p. Enclosed
44 LIBEAKY OF CONGRESS
/
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Apr. 22. In handwriting- of William Palfrey.
C. C. 152, 1, 607
1776 Continental Army, Canadian Expedition. [New York.]
APR. 18 Return of regiments going on command to Can
ada. Tabular statement. D. S. of Horatio Gates.
2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, Apr. 19. C. C. 152, 1, 599
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
APR. 18 Congress, Philadelphia]. Appreciation of Con
gress approval. A. L. S. 2 pp.
C. C. 152, 1, 591
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 26.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
APR. 19 Congress, Philadelphia]. Troops for Canada;
aid of Indians; Canadian Committee. L. S. 3
pp. In handwriting of William Palfrey.
C. C. 152, 1, 595
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 30
and 31, notes.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Cannon; paymaster-
APR- 19 general. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1775,
Apr. 20. 89, 126
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 20 [George] Washington [New York]. Troops for
Canada. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush.
89, 128
1776 Hancock, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
APR. 20 New York. Desiring [Lt. Col. William] Pal
frey s assistance. A. L. S. 1 p. 8, 343
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
APR. 22 Congress, Philadelphia]. Troops for Canada;
lack of arms; exchange of prisoners; artillery;
trouble with Commissary Department. L. S.
4 pp. In handwriting of William Palfrey. Read
in Congress Apr. 25. Referred to R. H. Lee,
J. Adams and Joseph Hewes.
C. C. 152, 1, 003
, Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 34.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [Committee of
APR. 22 Congress, Philadelphia]. Fortifying Cape Ann
and New London. Letter-book copy. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. M. II, 44
Committee on fortifying forts: Harrison, J. Adams, and Whipple.
COBBESPONDENCE OF GEOBGE WASHINGTON 45
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
APR. 23 Congress, Philadelphia]. Pay and rank of aid-
de-camps. A. L. S. 3 pp. Read in Congress
Apr. 25. Referred to R. H. Lee, J. Adams and
Joseph Hewes. C. C. 152, 1, 611
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 39.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
APR. 23 Congress, Philadelphia. Camp equipage for the
Commander in chief. A. L. S. 1 p. Read in
Congress May 4. C. C. 152, 1, 614
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 23 [George] Washington [New York]. Reinforce
ments for Canada. L. S. of John Hancock.
3 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered
Apr. 25.* 8, 353
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Respecting the Army in
APR. 23 Canada; inquiries to inhabitants. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson, countersigned by John Han
cock. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1776, Apr. 23. 89, 130
1776 Continental Army. General return. New York. State-
APR. 23 merit of numbers. Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Apr. 25. C. C. 169, 1, 403
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
APR. 25 Congress, Philadelphia]. Extract of prize agent s
letter respecting Commodore [John] Manly s cap
ture; pay of arm} T ; troops ordered to Canada.
L. S. 12 pp. In handwriting of Stephen Moy-
lan. Read in Congress Apr. 29. Referred to
Harrison, Rutledge, Goldsborough, Paine and
Rodney. C. C. 152, 1, 627
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 44.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
ApR - 25 [George] Washington [New York]. Money for
army in Canada. A. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. 9, 6
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Pay of aids to the Com-
ApR - 26 mander in chief; deficiency of arms; militia
accounts, etc. A. D. fe>. of Charles Thomson,
countersigned by John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
Apr. 27. 89, 132
1776 Continental Congress, president. Philadelphia. To
APR - 27 [George] Washington [New York]. Transmit-
46 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
ting resolves of Congress. L. S. of John Han
cock. 1 p. 9, 8
1776 Continental Army. Canadian Expedition. [New York.]
APR. 28 Return of regiments going on command to Can
ada. Tabular statement. A. D. S. of Horatio
Gates. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, May 5.
C. C. 152, 1, 653
1776 Continental Army, General Court Martial. New York.
APR. 29 Trial of Lt. [Thomas] Grover for disobeying
orders and using insulting language to his supe
rior officer. Contemporary copy, -i pp. In
handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress 1776, May 5.
C. C. 152, 1, 615
1776 Forts Montgomery and Constitution. Returns of strength
APR. 29 of garrisons. Tabular statements. 1 p. A. D. S.
of Isaac Nicoll. C. C. 152, 1, 661
Return for Fort Constitution is dated Apr. 23 and was enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776; May 5.
1776 Grover, Thomas. [New York.] Defence before court
APR. 29 martial. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1776, May 5.
C. C. 152, 1, 617
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
APR. 30 Congress Philadelphia], Assistance for Rhode
Island. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress May 2.
Referred to Committee on Eastern Department.
C. C. 152, 1, 631
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889, 4, 57.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 30 [George] Washington [New York]. The pay
master-generalship. L. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. 89, 133
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Miscellaneous military
MAY 3 matters. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, counter
signed by John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
May 4. 89, 135
1776 Gushing, Thomas. Watertown [Massachusetts]. To
MAY 3 [George] Washington [New York]. Rumor of
return of the British to Boston. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 47
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, May 7. C. C. 152, 1, 667
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Presenting cannon to MRS-
MAY 4 sachusetts. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. Trans
mitted to Washington. 89, 136
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay of militia. D. S. of
MAY 4 John Hancock. Transmitted to Washington.
89, 137
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 4 [George] Washington [New York]. Appoint
ment [Matthias] Ogden to a lieutenant colonelcy.
L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In handwriting of
Charles Thomson, answered May 11*. 9, 65
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
MAY 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Pressing need of Arms.
A. L. S. 4 pp. Read in Congress May 8. Re
ferred to S. Adams, Wythe, Rodney, R. H. Lee,
and Whipple. C. C. 152, 1, 657
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 64.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
^ IAY 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Settlement of accounts;
new road to Canada; troops for Canada; other
military matters. L. S. 5 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
May 7. Referred to J. Adams, Braxton, and
Duane. C. C. 152, 1, 639
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4,59.
1776 Continental Army, Artillery, New York. General return.
- MAY 5 Tabular statement. A. D. S. of Horatio Gates.
2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, May 5. C. C. 152, 1, 649
1776 Grrover, Thomas. New York. To George Washington
^ AY 5 [New York] acknowledging his offense and pray
ing forgiveness. Additional acknowledgment
dated May 8. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, May
11. C. C. 152, 1, 677
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Conduct toward Commis-
MAY 6 sioners coming from England. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson, countersigned by John Han
cock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1776, May 10. 89, 138
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
7 Congress, Philadelphia]. Reports of enemy s
48 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
fleet; the [Peace] Commissioners. L. S. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress May 10. Referred to Com
mittee on State of the Eastern Colonies.
C. C. 152, 1, 663
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 67, note.
Committee: Rutledge, Johnson, Wythe, Harrison, and Duane.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY ? [George] Washington. Transmitting a resolve.
L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. Answered May
11*. 9, 92
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Cannon for Boston.
MAY 7 D. S. of John Hancock. Transmitted to Wash
ington. 89, 137
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 10 [George] Washington [New York], Appoint
ments; powder and arms; engagement in the
Delaware; money for army. L. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. 9, 107
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Accounts; recruiting ex-
MAY 10 penses; Canada road; powder; money; returns;
promotions. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson,
countersigned by John Hancock. 2 pp. En
closed in Washington, President of Congress
1776, May 10. 89, 138
1776 Schuyler, Philip John. Fort George [New York], To
MAY 10 [George] Washington [New York]. Affairs in
Canada; construction of gondolas; treatment re
ceived by Schuyler. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
June 8. C. C. 152, 2, 13
1776 Stringer, Samuel. Albany [New York]. To [George]
MAY 10 Washington [New York]. Reenforcement and
supplies necessary for the hospital ordered to
Canada. Contemporar}^ copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1776, May 15.
C. C. 152, 1, 689
[17761 Stringer, Samuel. [Albany.] Estimate of hospital sup-
[MAY 10] plies necessary for Canada. Contemporary copy.
Ip. In hand writing of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
May 15. C. C. 152, 1, 691
COBBESPONDENCE OF GEOEGE WASHINGTON 49
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
MAY 11 Congress, Philadelphia]. Disciplinary measures;
appointments; prisoners; coming of German
troops. L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress May 14.
Referred to Livingston, Jefferson and J. Adams.
C. C. 152, 1, 669
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 74.
[1776] Washington, George. [New York] England s method of
[MAY 11] treatment of prisoners of war. A. D. of Horatio
Gates. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, May 11.
C. C. 152, 1, 683
1776 Continental Congress, Secret Committee. Philadelphia.
MAY n To [George] Washington [New York]. For
warding powder. A. L. S. of Robert Morris.
1 p. Answered May 20. 9, 133
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
^ IAY 13 [George] Washington, New York. Payment of
troops; powder and arms. L. S. of John Han
cock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
Answered May 17*. 9, 139
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Command of the Eastern
^ AY 14 Department; troops to be raised in New Hamp
shire. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
May 16. 89, 140
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Raising of troops for the
^ IAY 14 Eastern Department. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, May 16. 89, 141
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
^ AY 15 Congress, Philadelphia] Intelligence of march
of troops into Canada; hospital matters. L. S.
4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. Read in Congress May 16. Referred to
Wm. Livingston, Jefferson and J. Adams.
C. C. 152, 1, 685
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 80.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 16 [George] Washington [New York]. Request to
attend Congress; invitation to reside at his house;
Mrs. Washington and the smallpox. L. S. of
John Hancock. 3 pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. Answered May 20*. 89, 142
28632-
50 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Continental Congress, Secret Committee. Philadelphia.
MAY 16 To [George] Washington [New York]. Muskets
from Rhode Island. A. L. S. of Robert Morris.
1 p. Answered May 20*. 9, 172
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Raising of troops in MRS-
MAY 16 sachusetts. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
May 16. 89, HI
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
MAY 17 Congress, Philadelphia]. Reverses in Canada.
L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress May 18. Referred
to Wm. Livingston, Jefferson, J. Adams, R. Mor
ns, Duane, R. H. Lee, Rutledge, R. Livingston.
C. C. 152, 1, 693
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 85,
note.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
MAY 18 Congress, Philadelphia. Transmitting important
papers. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress May 21.
C. C. 152, 1, 697
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 86, note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Increase of pay of assist-
MAY 18 ant engineers. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson
with autograph initialed note of John Hancock.
Transmitted to Washington. 89, 167
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
MAY 19 Congress, Philadelphia]. Introducing[Maj.]Gen.
Horatio Gates; his business. Unsigned. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress May 21. C. C. 152, 1, 701
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 88, note.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
MAY 20 Congress, Philadelphia], Approaching visit to
Congress. A. L. S. 2 pp. Read in Congress
May 21. C. C. 152, 1, 704
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 88.
Washington, George. New York. To [Chairman Secret
Committee,] Robert Morris [Philadelphia]. Pow
der and invoices accompanying same. Letter-
book copy. M. II, 106
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
MAY 21 Congress, Philadelphia]. [John Dyer] Mercier s
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 51
intelligence of attack on Quebec. Letter-book
copy. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. M. II, 107
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Governing care and treat-
^I AY 21 ment of prisoners; form of parole. Broadside.
1 p. Transmitted to Washington. 89, 144
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Cannon for vessels in Lake
MAY 22 Champlain. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Transmitted to Washington. 89, 146
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Assistant clerk to Secretary
M AY 22 to the Commander-in-chief. A. D. S. 1 p.
Transmitted to Washington. 89, 147
1776 Wilkinson, James. La Chine, near Montreal [Canada].
MAY 24 To - - 2 Defeat at the Cedars; weakness of
troops; expectation of attack. Transcript. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress 17T6, June 7. C. C. 169, 1, 352
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Dismissal of Lt. Col. [Wil-
MAY25 Ham] Burbeck. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson,
countersigned by John Hancock. 1 p. Trans
mitted to Washington. 89, 148
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Disposal of arms and stores
MAY 25 of armed schooners. A. D. S. of Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Transmitted to Washington. 89, 149
1776 Brown, Nicholas. Providence [Rhode Island]. To George
MAY 27 Washington [Philadelphia]. Forwarding mus
kets to the army. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
June 9. C. C. 152, 2, 21
1776 Chase, Samuel and Charles Carroll [of Carrollton]. Mon-
MAY 27-28 treal To [the President of Congress, Philadel
phia]. Report of the situation in Canada; miser
able state of army; military movements; British
barbarity. Contemporary copy. 8 pp. In
handwriting of and attested by Jacob Rush. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1775, June 5-6. 89, 150
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Reenforcements for Can-
JUNE l ada. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned
by John Hancock. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1776, June 3. 89, 154
1776 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the President of
Congress, Philadelphia. Application for arms
52 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
from Boston. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 2, 1
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
J UNE 3 [George] Washington [Philadelphia]. Thanks of
Congress. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. 9, 271*
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Reenforcement of army;
JUNES flying camp; militia; brigadier appointments; re
moval of stock, grain, etc.; lead mines; maga
zines of provisions. A. I). S. of Charles Thom
son, countersigned by John Hancock. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
June 3. 89, 154
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. General officer appoint-
JUNE 3 merits. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, June 3. 89, 156
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. Circular
JUNE 4 letter to the Colonies. Designs of British; situa
tion in Canada; calling forth of militia. Con
temporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, June 11. 9, 322
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Arms, etc. for militia.
JUNE 4 A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
June 5. 89, 157
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 5-6 [George] Washington [New York]. Promotions
and commissions; prizes captured. L. S. of John
Hancock. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. An
swered June 7*. 9, L>IM>
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Returns; flying-camp,
JUNES militia; election of adjutant and quartermaster-
general and other military appointments. A. D.
S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by John
Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1776, June 5-6. 89, 158
1776 Arnold, B[enedict]. Montreal. To Brig. Gen. [John]
JUNES Sullivan [Sorel]. The military situation. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of George
Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, June 16. C. C. 152, 2, 55
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 53
1776 Dugan, J[eremiah]. St. Tours. [Canada], To Brig. Gen.
JCNE 5 [John] Sullivan [Sorclj. Raising Canadian troops;
Col. [Moses] Hazen s charges. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, June 16. C. C. 152, 2, 57
1776 Sullivan, John. Sorel [Canada]. To [George] Wash-
JL " NE 5 ington [New York]. Military situation in Can
ada; disposition of the Canadians. Contemporary
cop} . 4 pp. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1770, June 16. C. C. 152, 2, 47
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Appointments and changes
JI*NE 6 in officers of the northern army. A. D. S. part
by Charles Thomson and part by John Hancock.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1775, Jane 7. 89, 160
1776 Arnold, Benedict]. Montreal [Canada]. To [Maj. Gen.
J I *E 6 Philip John Schuyler, Fort George ? New York].
The military situation in Canada. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of George Baylor.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress 1776, June 16. C. C. 152, 2, 41
1776 Sullivan, John. Sorel. To [Brig.] Gen. [William]
J L - N E6 Thompson [Sorel]. Instructions for his guid
ance; attack on enemy at Three Rivers. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of George
Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, June 16. C. C. 152, 2, 51
1776 Sullivan, John. Sorel. Commission to Francis Guillot
JUNE 6 as captain of a Canadian militia company. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of George
Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1776, June 16. C. C. 152, 2, 53
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JL-NE 7 Congress, Philadelphia]. Reverses in Canada;
building gondolas. L. S. 4pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
June 10. C. C. 152, 2, 5
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Ji XE 7 [George] Washington [New York]. Situation of
army in Canada. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. 9, 303
54 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Pellenger, Frederick. German Flats [New York]. To
JUNE 7 Col. Frederick Fisher, Mohawk River [New York].
Advance of British and Indians on the settlement.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Samuel Blatchley Webb. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress 1776, Aug. 7.
C. C. 152, 2, 351
1776 Sullivan, John. Sorel. To [George] Washington, New
JUNE 7 York. Command in Canada. A. L. S. 1 p.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress 1776, June 16. C. C. 152, i>. 71
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JUNES Congress, Philadelphia]. Sir John Johnson; pay
ment of troops; expresses. L. S. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress June 10. Referred to Sherman, Wythe,
Sergent, F. Lee and Gwinnett. C. C. 152, 2, 9
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 115.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [Committee of
JUNES Congress, Philadelphia]. Transmitting plans and
reports on fortifying Cape Ann and New London.
Letter-book copy. In handwriting of Alexander
Contee Hanson. M. II, 124
Committee on fortitying ports: Harrison, J. Adams and Whipple.
1776 Albany, Committee. To. [Maj. Gen. Philip John Schuy-
JUNE 8 ler, Albany]. Asking assistance for expected
Indian attack on Western frontier. Contempo
rary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Samuel
Blatchley Webb. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress 1776, Aug. 7.
C. C. 152, 2, 353
1776 Sullivan, John. Sorcl [Canada]. To [George Washing-
JuNES-12 ton, New York]. Defeat at Three Rivers; weak
ness of army; the situation; Indians. Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, June 23. C. C. 169, 1, 371
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JUNE 9 Congress, Philadelphia]. Canadian affairs; pay
ment of troops; supplies; [Maj.] Gen. [Philip
John] Schuyler. L. S. 4 pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Con
gress June 11. C. C. 152, 2, 17
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 119.
1776 Trumbull, Joseph. New York. To the President of Con-
JUNE 9 gress [Philadelphia] Pay for his services. Tran
script. C. C. 169, 1, 358
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 55
*
1776 Ward, Artemas. Boston. To [George] Washington [New
J UNE 9 York]. Capture of British transport with troops.
Extract of a letter. 1 p. In handwriting of
George Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 17T6, June 16.
C. C. 152, 2, 45
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JuNE 10 Congress, Philadelphia]. Trouble in the Com
missary Department; tories. A. L. S. 4 pp.
Read in Congress June 11. C. C. 152, 2, 25
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 129.
1776 Arnold, Benedict]. Montreal [Canada]. To Maj. Gen.
JuNE 10 [Philip John] Schuyler [Albany]. Conferences
with Indians; tories. Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
June 16. C. C. 169, 1, 363
1776 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Albany. To [George] Wash-
JuNE 10 ington [New York]. Situation in the north.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Samuel Blatchley Webb. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1776, Aug. 7.
C. C. 152, 2, 349
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 11 [George] Washington [New York]. Proceedings
in Congress; Indians; pay of troops; Mrs Wash
ington. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. Answered June 13*. 9, 317
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JuxE n [George] Washington [New York]. March of
militia; Canadian situation. L. S. of John Han
cock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
Answered June 14*. 9, 319
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. Circular
JUNE 11 letter to the Colonies. Militia for defense of New
York. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1776, June 11. 9, 321
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Establishing a Board of
JUNE 12 War. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Timothy Matlack. Enclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1776, June 21.
89, 161
1776 Schuyler, Philip [John]. Albany [New York]. To [George]
NE 12 Washington [New York]. Canadian affairs.
56 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
*
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting- of
George Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, June 16.
C. C. 152, 2, 59
1776 Schuyler, Philip [John]. Albany. To [George] Wash-
JUNE 12 ington [New York]. Reverses in Canada; bat-
teaus and gondolas. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of George Lewis. Enclosed in
Washington to Congress, 1776, June 16.
C. C. 152, 2, 61
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. The rifle regiment; estab-
JrxE 12-13 lishment of Board of War and Ordnance, its
duties etc.; members chosen for above board;
complaints against [Esek] Hopkins, [Dudley] Sal-
tonstall and [Abraham] Whipple. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson, countersigned by John Han
cock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, June 4. 89, 164
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JUNE 13 Congress, Philadelphia]. Intelligence from Can
ada; exportation of salt provisions. L. S. 3pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Contee Hanson.
C. C. 152, 2, 29
Printed: "Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1889. 4, 139.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To Samuel Chase
JUNE 13 [Philadelphia]. Character of Col. [Benjamin?]
Nicholson; Court of Inquiry. Letter- book cop}\
M. II. US
1776 Arnold, B[enedict], St. Johns [Canada]. To Maj. Gen.
JUNE 13 Schuyler [Albany, New York]. Loss of goods;
sick, etc.; general situation of affairs.
JUNE 13 Same to same. Chamblee. Measures for retreat from
Canada. Contemporary copies. 4 pp. In hand
writing of George Lewis. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1776, June 23.
C. C. 152, 2, 93
1776 Antill, E[dward]. Chamblee [Canada]. To [Maj.] Gen.
[John] Sullivan [Sorrel]. Result of efforts to
obtain complete return of American army in
Canada. Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1776, June 27.
C. C. 169, 1, 380
1776 Arnold, B[enedict]. Chamblee [Canada]. To [Brig. Gen.
JUNE 13 John Sullivan, Sorel]. Retreat from Canada;
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 57
fortifying St. Johns; plundering of goods. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, June 27.
C. C. 152, 2, 119
1776 Hazen, M[oses]. Chamblee [Canada]. To [Maj.] Gen.
JUNE 13 [John] Sullivan [Sorel]. Charges against him;
retreat from Canada; the situation. Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, June 27. C. C. 169, 1, 381
1776 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
JUNE 13 ington [New York]. [John Murray,] Lord Dun-
more s perusal of letters passing through the Vir
ginia post-office; [Maj. Gen. Horatio] Gates to
command in Canada. A. L. S. 2 pp. 10, 13
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JUNE 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Clothing for troops in
Canada; [Maj.] Gen. [Philip John] Schuj ler. L.
S. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, June 15. Referred
to Committee on War and Ordnance.
C. C. 152, 2, 33
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 142.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Intercourse with eneni3 T ;
J UNE I 4 exportation of salt meat; conference with Six
Nations; post at Fort Stanwix. A. D. S. of
Cha>. Thomson, countersigned by John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, June 14. 89, 164
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JVXE 14 [George] Washington [New York]. Establish
ment of a Board of War; complaints against
[Esek] Hopkins and others; salt-meat, money and
other matters. L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Timothy Matlack. Answered
June 20.* 10, 15
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JUNE 16 Congress, Philadelphia]. [Maj.] Gen. [John]
Sullivan s account of aff airs in Canada. L. S.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress June 18. C. C. 152,2,37
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 150
note.
1776 Palfrey, [William]. [New York.] To [George] Washing-
16 ton [New York]. Military chest exhausted. In
58 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
3d person. Transcript. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1776, June 16.
C. C. 169, 1, 404
1776 [Ward, Arteraas.] Boston. To [George Washington, New
JUNE 16 York.] Forcing enenry s fleet from Nantasket
Road; capture of British transports. [Extract
of letter.] 2 pp. In handwriting of George Lewis.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, June 23. C. C. 152, 2, 99
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
JUNE 17 Congress [Philadelphia]. [Brig.] Gen. [David]
Wooster. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 2, 63
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JuNE 17 Congress, New York]. Brig. Gen. [John] Sulli
van s abilities; command in Canada. A. L. S.
3pp. Read in Congress June 18. C. C. 152,2,67
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 156.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commander for Canada
JUNE 17 and his powers; regulations for army in that
province; roads, supplies; militia and Indians;
prizes of armed vessels. A. D. S. of Charles
Thomson, countersigned by John Hancock. 7 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, June 18. 89, 171
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Connecticut and New York
JUNE 17 troops for Canada; raising troops in Connecticut.
A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by
John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1776, June 18. 89, 175
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 18 [George] Washington [New York]. Affairs in
Canada; [Maj.J Gen. [Horatio] Gates; Indians;
militia. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered June 20*.
10, 45
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Mustermaster-general; set-
[JuNElS] tlement of accounts. A. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, June 21. 89, 178
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 19 [George] Washington [New York]. Minor mili
tary matters. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered June
21*. 10,47
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 59
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Colonies to furnish cloth-
JcNE 19 ing to troops. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson,
countersigned by John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
June 21. 89, 176
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commissions granted by
JuXE 19 Brig. Gen. [John] Sullivan to officers in Canada;
money for army. A. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, June 21. 89, 178
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JuNE 20 Congress, Philadelphia]. Establishment of a war
office; mone}^ for Canada; [Maj.] Gen. [Horatio]
Gates; works at Kingsbridge. L. S. 4 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress June 21. Referred to Board of
War. C. C. 152, 2, 75
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 164.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JuNE 21 Congress, Philadelphia]. Proceedings of the In
dian commissioners; volunteer troop of horse.
L. S. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress June 24. Referred
to the Board of War. C.C. 152, 2, 79
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
JUNE 21 Congress, Philadelphia. Introducing Chevalier
de Kermovan and Monsr. de Vermonet. L. S.
1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Contee
Hanson. Read in Congress June 26. Read be
fore the Board of War 27th and referred for
further consideration. C. C. 152, 2, 85
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 21 [George] Washington [New York]. Inquiry into
Canadian expedition; court martial of officers;
clothes for army; minor matters. L. S. of John
Hancock. 3 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
Answered June 27*. 10, 80
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. New York regiment for
JUNE 21 Canada; inquiry into Canadian affairs; minor
matters. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, counter
signed by John Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
June 21. 89, 179
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1776 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
JUNE 21 New York. Regular returns from arm} . L. S.
John Adams, Roger Sherman, Benj. Harrison,
James Wilson, Edward Rutleclge. 1 p. In
handwriting of Richard Peters. 89, 103
1776 Goddard, William. New York. To Congress. Memorial
JUNE 21 of his services to the countiy; prays for commis
sion in the army. Contemporar} copy. 3 pp.
Transmitted to Washington. 95, 95
1776 [Hawley, Joseph]. Watertown. To [George] Washing-
JUNE 21 ton [New York]. Slowness of Massachusetts in
furnishing troops. Contemporary copy. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. En
closed in Washington to the President of Congress
1776, June 30. C. C. 152, 2, 145
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 175,
note.
1776 Leary, John, jr. [New York.] To [George Washing-
JuNE 21 ton, New York]. Conditions of service for a vol
unteer troop of horse. A. D. S. 1 p. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1776, June 21. C. C. 152, 2, S3
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JUNE 23 Congress, Philadelphia]. Sailing of British from
Nantasket Road; misfortunes in Canada. L. S.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress June 25. C. C. 152, 2, 89
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 169.
1776 Ward, Artemas. Boston. To [George Washington, New
JUNE 23 York]. Report of arrival of British fleet off
Boston harbor. Extract of letter, 1 p. In
handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776,
June 30. C. C. 152, 2, 143
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Enlistment of Mohican
JuNE 24 and Stockbridge Indians; accounts of rifle com
panies; tents for Massachusetts; allegiance to the
United Colonies and treason thereto; counter
feiting; ration. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson,
countersigned by John Hancock. 3 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, June 25. 89, ISO
1776 New York, Provincial Congress. Resolve authorizing
24 [George] Washington to secure disaffected per-
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CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 61
sons. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting
of Samuel Blatchley Webb. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, June 28.
C. C. 152, 2, 133
1776 Sullivan, John. Isle aux Noix [Richelieu River, Quebec].
JrxE 24 To Maj. Gen. [Philip John] Schuyler [Albany].
Trouble with the army; sickness; military situa
tion. Contemporary copy. 2pp. In handwriting
of George Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1776, July 4.
C. C. 152, 2, 179
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JuNE 25 [George] Washington [New York]. Enlistment
of Indians; tents for Massachusetts; law and
order in the colonies. L. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered
June 27* and 28*. 89, 185
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Reenforcement of North-
JUXE 25 ern Army; Col. [Lewis] Dubois s commission;
clothing; battalion accounts; bounties. A. D.
S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by John
Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1776, June 26. 89, 182
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Colonel s commission to
JUNE 25 [Lewis] Dubois. Contemporary cop}*. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1776, July 6. 89, 208
1776 Arnold, Benedict]. Albany. To [George] Washington
Jl XE 25 [New York]. Retreat from Canada. Contem
porary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of George
Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1776, June 27. Read in Con
gress July 1. C. C. 152, 2, 107
1776 Schuyler,, Philip [John]. Albany. To [George] Wash-
JUNE 25 ington [New York]. The retreat from Canada.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Samuel Blatchley Webb. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1776, June 27.
C. C. 152, 2, 111
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JVNE 26 [George] Washington [New 5fork]. Reenforce-
ments for the Northern Army. L. S. of John Han
cock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
Answered June 29*. 10, 91
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1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Specifying officers for
JUNE 26 (Jol. Lewis Dubois regiment. A. D. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1776, June 26. 89, 184
1776 Continental Army, Surgeons Mates of Spencer s brigade.
JUNE 26 New York. Memorial to Brig. Gen. [Joseph]
Spencer [New York]. Increase of pay. A. D. S.
of John R. Watrous, signed also by Gershom
Beardsley, Silas Holmes, Zeckariah Keys and
William Prentice. 1 p. P^nclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress. 1776, July 11.
C. C. 152, 2", 211
1776 Continental Army, Surgeon s Mates of Stirling s brigade
[JUNE 26?] [ New y^-^ Memorial to Brig. Gen. [William
Alexander,] Lord Stirling [New York]. Increase
of pay. A. D. S. of Daniel Menema. signed also
by Isaac Led}-ard, Asa Kingsberr} r and Preserve
Wood. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, July 11.
C. C. 152, 2, 209
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JUNE 27 Congress, Philadelphia]. Intelligence from Can
ada; Indians. L. S. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
July 1. C. C. 152, 2, 103
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 181.
1776 "Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JuNE27 Congress, Philadelphia], Maj. [Robert] Rogers.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Lewis Nicola.
Read in Congress July 1. C. C. 152, 2, 115
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 183, note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Raising and officering of
JuNE 27 a rifle regiment. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson,
countersigned by John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
June 29. 89, 187
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Raising of a German regi-
JuNE27 mcn t. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, counter
signed by John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776, June
29. 89, 189
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Raising of German battal-
JUNE 27 j on Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776, June
29. 89, 191
COKRESPONDENCE OF GEOEGE WASHINGTON 63
1776 Davison, Joseph. Armed sloop Sehuylvr, off Fire Island.
JUNE 27 To [George] Washing-ton [New York]. Prizes
taken. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing- of George Lewis. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, June
28. C. C. 152, 2, 131
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JUNE 28 Congress, Philadelphia], The Commissary Gen
eral; chaplains; tories in New York city and on
Long Island; Thomas Hickey; approach of Lord
Howe. L. S. 7 pp. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress July 1.
C. C. 152, 2/123
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 184.
1776 Greene, Thomas. Providence [Rhode Island]. To Robert
JUNE 28 Morris, [Philadelphia]. Arrival of supplies from
Europe. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Morris. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1776, July 6.
89, 212
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JUNE 29 Congress, Philadelphia]. Smallness of the army;
arrival of the British at Sandy Hook. L. S.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress July 1. C.C. 152,2,135
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 194.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the Board of War
JUNE 29 [Philadelphia]. Correspondence with the Board.
Letter-book cop} r . In handwriting of Samuel
Blatchley Webb. M. II, 198
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 29 [George] Washington [New York]. The German
battalion; loss of Canada; officering Rifle regi
ment. L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. Answered June 30.*
89, 192
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JUNE 30 Congress Philadelphia]. Raising of troops; the
retreat from Canada and other military matters.
L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress July 2.
C. C. 152, 2, 139
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4,196.
1776 [Schuyler, Philip John.] Albany. Substance of conversa-
JUNESO tion with [Maj.] Gen. [Horatio] Gates respecting
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command of the northern army. Contemporary
copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Samuel Blatchley
"Webb. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, July 4. C. C. 152, 2, 181
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY l [George] Washington [New York]. Case of Maj.
[Robert] Rogers. A. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. Answered July 4.* 89, 194
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 1 [George] Washington [New York]. Introducing
Antoine Felix Wybert. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered
July 4.* 89, 195
1776 Schuyler, Philip John. Albany. To [George] Washing-
JULY 1 ton [New York]. Dispute over command of
the commissary department; dispute with [Maj.]
Gen. [Horatio] Gates; military situation, Indians.
Contemporary copy. 6 pp. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, July 4.
In handwriting of Morgan Lewis.
C. C. 152, 2, 175
1776 Lee, Charles. Charleston [South Carolina]. To the Presi-
JULY 2 dent of Congress [Philadelphia]. British repulse
at Charleston; cavalry for Georgia. Contempo
rary copy. 4 pp. In handwriting of John Han
cock and Aaron D. Woodruff? Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
July 19. 89, 195
1776 Charleston, (South Carolina). Accounts of various per-
JL LY 2 gons o f the attack on Fort Moultrie ; damage to
British; strength. Contemporaiy copy, attested
by John Hancock. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Jacob Rush. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1776, July 19. 89, 198
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JuLY 3 Congress, Philadelphia]. Arrival of enemy s
fleet; preparations for defense of New York. L.
S. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress July 4.
C. C. 152, 2, 149
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 200.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Troops to be raised in
JULY 3 Pennsylvania and New Jersey for the Flying
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 65
Camp. A. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, July 4. 89, 201
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 4 Congress, Philadelphia]. Introducing Col.
[Hugh] Stevenson; raising of the Maryland Rifle
Battalion. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress July 8.
Referred to Board of War. Additional page:
List of officers recommended to serve in the Rifle
Battalion. In handwriting of John Fitzgerald?
C. C. 152, 2, 153
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 4 Congress, Philadelphia]. Slowness of New Eng
land in furnishing troops; militia; engaging
Indians; preparations for defense; intelligence
from Canada. L. S. 8 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
July 6. C. C. 152, 2, 159
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 204.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 4 [George] Washington [New York]. Troops for
the Flying Camp; government m Pennsylvania.
L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
Answered July 10.* 89, 202
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Flints; Maryland and
JULY 4 Delaware militia for the Flying Camp; seal for
the United States. A. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1770, July 6. 89, 205
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Conference on march of
JULY 4 Pennsylvania militia to defense of New Jersey,
and resolutions of same.
JULY 5 March of Pennsylvania troops to Trenton.
Broadside. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress, to Washington, 1776, July 6. 89, 207
1776 Declaration of Independence. Broadside. 1 p. One of the
JULY 4 tirst printed copies, by John Dunlap. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
July 6. 89, 204
1776 [Greene, Nathanael.] [Long Island.] To [George Wash-
JULY 4 ington, New York]. Intelligence of British. Ex
tract of letter. 2 pp. In handwriting of George
Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, July 4. C. C. 152, 2, 167
28632-
66 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Trumbull, Jonathan. Lebanon [Connecticut]. To [George]
JULY 4 Washington [New York]. Smallpox and enlist
ments; exposure of northern frontier. Contem
porary cop}". 3 pp. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, July 11. C. C. 152, 2, 205
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 239,
note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Vessels for defense of
J ULY 5 lakes [Champlain and George]; Delaware troops;
forceforTiconderoga; chaplains; expresses; Brit
ish prisoners. A. D. S. of John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, July 6. 89, 205
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Regiment to be raised by
J ULY 5 officers who have served in Canada. Contempo
rary copy. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, July 6. 89, 208
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. March of troops to Tren-
JULY 5 ton. See: Continental Congress, Resolve 1776,
July 4.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commissary for militia;
JuLY6 arms and stores; Ma j. [Robert] Rogers. A. D. S.
of John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1776, July 6.
89, 206
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 6 [George] Washington [New York]. Declaration
of Independence; flints; militia; vessels for the
lakes; arms and stores. L. S. of John Hancock.
3 pp. Answered July 10*. 89, 210
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To George
JULY 6 Washington, New York. Carpenters for build
ing vessels on the lakes [Champlain and George].
A. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. 10, 162
1776 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
JULY 6 New York. Provision for sergeant majors drum
and fife majors and quartermaster sergeants.
A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. Answered
July 9*. 95, 141
1776 Henshaw, William. Long Island. To [George] Wash-
JULY 6 ington, New York. Claim to higher rank.
A. L. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, Aug. 14.
C. C. 152, 2, 405
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 67
1776 Rush, Jacob. Philadelphia. To George Washington,
Ji LY 6 New York. Delay in preparing despatches.
A. L. S. 1 p. 10, 164
1776 Continental Army. Council of War. Crown Point [New
J ULY " York]. Retreat to and fortifying at Ticon-
deroga. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1776, July 17. C. C. 152, 2, 241
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
J ULY 8 Congress, Philadelphia. Recommending Lt.
John David Woelpper for commission in the pro
posed German regiment. L. S. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 2, 185
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Command of the Northern
JuLY 8 Army; withdrawal of Continental troops from
Massachusetts; Indians; Commissary General s
power; quartermaster for Flying camp; rendez
vous of recruits. A. D. S. of John Hancock.
3 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, July 8. 89, 213
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JLLY 8 [George] Washington [New York]. Dispute over
command in Canada; rendezvous of troops. L. S.
of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Jacob Rush. Answered July 11*. 10, 174
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the Board of War
JULY 9 [Philadelphia]. Sergeant majors, quartermaster-
sergeants and drum and fife majors. Letter-book
copy. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son M. II, 232
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Raising and officering the
Iri - Y 9 Virginia rifle company; minor appointments.
A. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in the
President of Congress to Washington, 1776, July
11. 89, 215
1776 Knox, Henry. New York. To [George] Washington
JuLY9 [New York]. Establishment of the artillery.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Morgan Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, July 22.
C. C. 152, 2, 269
68 LIBRAEY OF CONGRESS
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 10 Congress, Philadelphia]. Proclaiming the Decla
ration of Independence; militia and measures for
defense of New York; bounties. L. S., 6 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress July 11. C. C. 152, 2, 189
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 224.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Flying camp; militia;
JULY 10 medicines; powder. A. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in the President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1776, July 11. 89, 215
1776 Continental Congress, Committee report on capitulation at
JULY 10 the Cedars; treatment of prisoners; resolutions of
Congress thereon authorizing retaliation. I). S.
of John Hancock. 8 pp. In handwriting of
Jacob Rush. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1776, July 13. 89, 217
Committee: Jefferson, Braxton, Paine and Middleton.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 11 Congress, Philadelphia]. Indians; Connecticut
horse; auditor for the army. Unsigned letter.
6 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. Read in Congress Jul} T 14:.
C. C. 152, 2, 197
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4,237.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Fortifying the lakes.
JULY 11 A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by
John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1776, July 13. 89, 222
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 11 [George] Washington [New York]. Minor mat
ters; establishment of double post; march of mili
tia. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Jacob Rush. Answered July 14*. 10, 184
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 12 Congress, Philadelphia]. Movement of enemy s
ships; powder. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
July 14. C. C. 152, 2, 213
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4,242.
1776 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Albany. To [George Washing-
JuLY 12 ton, New T York]. Fortifying at Ticonderoga;
supplies and intrenching tools; military miscel
lany. Contemporary copy. 4 pp. In hand-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 69
writing- of Morgan Lewis. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, July
17. C. C. 152, 2, 237
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Enemy s ships in North
River; refusal to receive Lord Howe s letter.
L. S. pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress July 16. Referred
to the Board of War. C. C. 152, 2, 217
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 247.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Money for the Flying
JULY 14 Camp; camp equipage; cartridges, powder, and
lead; march of militia to Jersey; removal of
British prisoners. D. S. of John Hancock. 3pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, July 15. 89, 223
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 15 Congress, Philadelphia], Resolves of Congress to
be sent to Generals Howe and Burgoyne; British
treatment of prisoners. L. S. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 2, 225
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 268.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 15 [George] Washington [New York]. Flying
Camp; march of militia to Jersey. L. S. of John
Hancock. 2pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
Answered July 17.* 10, 231
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Flying camp; garrisoning
JULY 15 of northern posts. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1770, July 16. 89, 225
1776 Ward, Artemas. Boston. To [George] Washington [New
JULY 15 York]. Forwarding troops; smallpox in Boston.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Samuel Blatchley Webb. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1776, July 19.
C. C. 152, 2, 259
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To George
JULY 16 Washington, New York. Transmitting resolves.
A. L. 8. of John Hancock. 89, 225
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Powder; noncommissioned
JULY 16 officers; paymaster and auditing of accounts;
bounties; military appointments; militia; Con
necticut light horse. A. D. S. of Charles Thorn-
70 LIBKARY OF CONGRESS
son, countersigned by John Hancock. 4 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, July 17. 89, 229
1^76 Continental Congress, Resolves. Regimental paymasters;
smallpox and the northern army; auditing of
accounts. D. S. of John Hancock. 4 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, July 24. 89, 229
1776 New York, Convention. White Plains. To George Wash
ington [New York], Requesting loan; powder
and subsistence for levies. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of George Lewis. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, July 19. C. C. 152, 2, 249
1776 New York, Convention. White Plains. Resolve fixing
JL-LY 16 death penalty for treason. Contemporary copy.
I p. In handwriting of Morgan Lewis. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, July 19. C. C. 152, 2, 253
1776 New York, Convention. White Plains. Resolves calling
JULY 16 out the militia. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, July 19.
C. C. 152, 2," 255
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
Congress, Philadelphia. Regimentals for Col.
[Edward] Hand s regiment. L. S. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 2, 229
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JuLY 17 Congress, Philadelphia]. Militia; scarcity of
food in northern arnry; British at Haverstraw
Bay. L. S. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress July 18.
Referred to the Board of War. C. C. 152, 2, 233
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 260.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 17 [George] Washington [New York]. Powder; ap
pointments; Maryland troops for Flying Camp;
militia. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. Answered July 19.*
89, 231
1 77fi
Continental Congress, Resolves. Washington s refusal of
Lord Howe s letter; officers, management, sup-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 71
plies etc. , of the hospital; German battalion, inde
pendent company, iiying camp; removal of live
stock from The Jersey coast. D. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Timothy
Matlack. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, July IS. 89, 169
Dated in error, June 17.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. [Richard,] Lord Howe s
JULY 17 letter to Washington. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1TT6, July 24. 89, 229
1776 Trumbull, Jonathan. Lebanon. To [George Washington,
JULY 17 New York]. Troops and cannon; supplies ob
tained by the enemy. July 19: Orders to row
galleys. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Samuel Blatchley Webb. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1776, July 23. C. C. 152, 2, 293
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 18 [George] Washington [New York]. Transmitting
resolves. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In
handwriting of Charles Thomson. Answered
July 22*. 89, 233
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 19 Congress, Philadelphia]. The retreat from
Crown Point; sundry matters. L. S. 5 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress July 20. Referred to the Board
of War. C. C. 152, 2, 243
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), X. Y. 1889. 4, 275.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 19 [George] Washington [New York]. News from
South Carolina [of attack on Fort Moultrie].
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. Answered July 22.* 89, 236
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Prices of goods sold to
JULY 19 soldiers; harmony in Northern Army. D. S.
of John Hancock. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1776, July 24. 89, 229
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Engrossing the Declara-
JULY 19 tion of Independence; affairs of the Northern
Army; march of militia; publication of British
terms of peace; auditing accounts; cannon.
A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by
72 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
John Hancock. 3 pp. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1776, July 19. 89, 234
The engrossing was done by Timothy Matlack.
1776 Goddard, William. Philadelphia. To the Board of War
JuLY 19 [Philadelphia]. Appointment in the army.
A. L. S. 2 pp. Transmitted to Washington.
95, 145
[1776] Rutledge, Edward. [Philadelphia]. To [the President of
[JULY 19?] Congress, Philadelphia]. Extract of Hugh Rut-
ledge s account of attack on Fort Moultrie.
A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con-
ress to Washington, 1776, July 19. 89, 200
1776 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
JULY 20 [George] Washington [New York]. Transmit
ting resolves. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
Answered July 23.* 89, 238
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
JULY 20 New York. William Goddard s appointment;
promotions. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p.
Answered July 29.* 95, 177
1776 Glover, Jonathan. Marblehead [Massachusetts]. To
JULY 20 [George] Washington [New York], Dispute with
John Bradford over authority. Contemporary
copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Morgan Lewis.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1776, Aug. 7. C. C. 152, 2, 355
1776 Mercer, Hugh. Elizabeth town [New Jersey], To the
JULY 20 President of Congress, [Philadelphia], Projected
expedition against Staten Island; need of boats;
officers for the Flying Camp. Contemporary
copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, July 24. 89, 240
1776 New York, Convention. [White Plains]. To [George]
JULY 20 Washington [New York]. Stock on Nassau
Island. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed
in Washington to Congress, 1776, July 23.
C. C. 152, 2, 279
1776 New York, Convention. [White Plains], Resolutions
JULY 20 respecting removal of stock from Nassau Island.
Contemporary copy. 4 pp. In handwriting of
George Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, July 23.
C. C. 152, 2, 283
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 73
1776 [Reed, Joseph] [New York.] Memorandum of interview
JULY 20 of Col. [James] Patterson with Gen. George
Washington. The address of [Sir William]
Howe s letter; its contents; treatment of prison
ers; question of pardons and exchanges. A. D.
5 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, July 22. 96, 10
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889, 4, 282, note.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
JuLV 21 Congress, Philadelphia. Acknowledging receipt
of letters. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress July
23. Referred to the Board of War.
C. C. 152, 2, 261
1776 Gates, Horatio. Ticonderoga [New York]. To George
JULY 21 Washington, New York. Court-martial of Col.
[Donald] Campbell. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1776, Aug. 12. C. C. 152, 2, 387
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JuLY 22 Congress, Philadelphia]. Powers of the Peace
Commissioners; interview with Lt. Col. [James]
Patterson ; artillery, tories. L. S. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress July 23. C. C. 152, 2, 265
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N. Y. 1889. 4, 282.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
J ULY 22 Congress, Philadelphia. Introducing [Capt. John
David] Woelpper. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
July 29. Referred to the Board of War.
C. C. 152, 2, 271
1776 French, Christopher. Hartford [Connecticut]. To Gen.
JULY 22 [George] Washington [New York]. Letters and
his parole. A. L. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, July
27. C. C. 152, 2, 305
1776 New York, Convention. White Plains. Resolves respect-
JULY 22 ing bounty for militia enlistments. Contempo-
ru . copy. 1 p. In handwriting of George
Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1776, July 23. C. C. 152, 2, 287
1776 Continental Congress. Resolve. Exchange of prisoners.
JULY 22 D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington,, 1776, July 24.
89, 229
74 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Mode of exchange of
JULY 22 prisoners. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, July 24. 89, 242
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 23 Congress, Philadelphia]. Resolves of the New
York Convention and minor military matters.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress July 24. Referred
to the Board of War. C. C. 152, 2, 275
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JuLY 23 Congress, Philadelphia]. Removal of stock;
enemies ships in North River; furnishing sup
plies to enemy. L. S. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
July 25. C. C. 152, 2, 289
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4,
294, note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Derangement of officers;
JULY 23 disposition of troops. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, July 24. 89, 229
1776 Bigelow, Timothy. Ticonderoga. Journal of his visit as
JULY 23 a flag to the Isle aux Noix. Contemporary copy.
4 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Aug. 20. C. C. 152, 2, 451
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 24 [George] Washington [New York]. Flying
Camp; army accounts; exchange of prisoners.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. 89, 247
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Lawful prizes; artillery
JULY 24 regiment; minor matters. A. D. S. of Charles
Thomson, countersigned by John Hancock. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, July 24. 89, 243
Preamble, noting causes, etc., of war is crossed out and noted as
expunged.
[1776] Continental Congress, Resolve. Virginia and Pennsylvania
[JULY 24] troops for the Flying Camp. D. S. of John Han
cock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1776, July 24. 89, 245
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Prize ships. D. S. of John
JULY 24 Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1776, July 24. 89, 246
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 75
1776 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. German Flats [New York]. To
JULY 24 [George] Washington [New York]. Relative
advantages of Crown Point and Ticonderoga;
waste of provisions; deputy quartermaster for St.
Johns; lack of money. Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
July 30. C. C. 169, 2, 445
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JuLY 25 Congress, Philadelphia]. Necessity of additional
aids-de-camp. A. L. S. 2 pp. Read in Con
gress July 29. C. C. 152, 2, 297
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 297.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 2" Congress, Philadelphia]. Maj. [Christopher]
French; enlistment bounty and other military
matters. L. S. 3 pp. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress July 29.
C. C. 152, 2, 301
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 301.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 29 Congress, Philadelphia]. Property of British
subjects; need of musket powder; smallpox;
prizes taken by armed vessels. L. S. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress July 30. Referred to the
Board of War. C. C. 152, 2, 309
Printed, first paragraph only: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y.
1889. 4, 304, note.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the Board of War
JULY 29 [Philadelphia]. Vacancies and promotions in
Army; case of [William] Goddard; mode of pro
motion. Letter-book copy. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. M. HI, 37
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 29 [George] Washington [New York]. Additional
aid-de-camp. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
Answered July 30.* 11, 18
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Various military com-
JuLY 29 missions granted. A. D. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, July 30. 89, 248
1776 Bowdoin, James. Boston. To [George] Washington
29 [New York]. Forwarding intelligence obtained
through capture of a prize. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Samuel Blatchley Webb.
76
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Aug. 12, C. C. 152, 2, 375
1776 Cooke, Nicholas. Providence [Rhode Island]. To Gen.
JULY 29 [George] Washington [New York]. Account of
prizes taken; news of British. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Morgan Lewis.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Aug. 5. C. C. 152, 2, 339
1776 Kennedy, James. Boston. Statement of. Information
JuLY 29 of the Halifax fleet. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Samuel Blatchley Webb. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Aug. 12. C. C. 152, 2, 377
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
JULY 30 Congress, Philadelphia]. Evacuation of Crown
Point; want of money; projected attempts on
Staten Island; exchange of land and sea prison
ers; Indians. L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
Aug. 1. C. C. 152, 2, 313
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 303,
note.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [Lt.] Gen. [Sir]
JULY 30 William Howe [Staten Island]. Exchange of
prisoners. Contemporarj^ copy. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Aug. 5. C. C. 152, 2, 333
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 309.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 30 [George] Washington [New York]. Miscella
neous military matters. L. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered
Aug. 2*. 89,260
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Investigation of failure of
JULY 30 Canadian expedition; minor matters connected
therewith; recruiting expenses; boats and cannon
for [Brig.] Gen. [Hugh] Mercer; friendship of
Cayashuta. D. S. of John Hancock. 6 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, July 31. 89, 254
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. War against Indians by the
JULY 30 Southern colonies. A. D. S. of Charles Thom
son, countersigned by John Hancock. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, July 30. 89, 251
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 77
1776 Bowdoin, James. Boston. To [George Washington, New
JULY 30 York]. Conference with Micmac and Penobscot
Indians. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Morgan Lewis. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, Aug.
12. C. C. 152, 2, 879
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
JULY 31 Congress, Philadelphia. Introducing Capt. Mar-
quisie. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 5.
C. C. 152, 2, 317
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 31 [George] Washington [New York]. Boats for
the Flying Camp; Gates-Schuyler controversy.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. Endorsed by Robert Hanson
Harrison with note of supplies received and cap
tured on high seas. Answered Aug. dt*. 89, 262
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Powder; pay for Massa-
JCLY 31 chusetts militia; Canada investigation; powder,
clothing and independent companies for North
Carolina. D. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, July 31. 89, 256
[1776] Continental Army, Surgeons. Memorial of Regimental
[JULY ] Surgeons to Congress. Supplies and instru
ments; regulations. 4 pp. Transmitted to Wash
ington. 96, 1
[1776] Elmore, Samuel. Arrangement of field officers and cap-
[JULY ?] tains of his regiment.
Wooster, David. Arrangement of officers of regiment
raised at Montreal. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, July 30. 89, 252
[1776] Hazard, [Ebenezer] [Marblehead? Massachusetts.] To
[JULY] [George Washington, New York]. Account of
arrival of Hessians. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Aug. 5. C. C. 152, 2, 341
1776 Howe, [Sir] William. Staten Island. To [George] Wash-
AUG. 1 ington [New York]. Exchange of prisoners.
78 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Contemporary copy. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1770, Aug. 5.
C. C. 152, 2, 333
1776 Washington, George. Mew York. To [the President of
AUG - 2 Congress, Philadelphia], Troops from Massa
chusetts and Connecticut; enemy s reenforce-
ment. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 5.
C. C. 152, 2, 325
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 18S9. 4, 315.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 2 [George] Washington [New York]. Power of
filling vacancies in the Army; paymaster and
other departments; Stockbridge Indians; sea
men. L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. Answered
Aug. 8*. 89, 264
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 306,
note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Money; Stockbridge
AuG - 2 Indians; paymaster, commissary and quarter
master monthly financial returns. D. S. of John
Hancock. Transmitted to Washington. 89, 266
1776 Penet, Pfierre]. Nantes [France]. To [George Wash-
Auci - 3 ington, New York]. Requesting commission as
aid-de-camp. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Oct. 7. C. C. 152, 3, 135
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Enlistment of seamen;
AuG - 5 commission to Rufus Putnam. D. S. of John
Hancock. Transmitted to Washington. 89, 266
1776 Tupper, Benjamin. Dobbs Ferry [New York]. To
Auo - 3 [George] Washington [New York]. Encounter
of row galleys with enemy s ships. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of George
Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1776. Aug. 5. C. C. 152, 2, 337
1776 Carleton, Sir Guy. Quebec. Orders. Respecting flags-of-
truce; prisoners. Contemporary copy. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Francis Carr Clerke. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Aug. 20. C. C. 152, 2, 455
See note: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 357.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 79
1776 D Emory, Comte. San Domingo [West Indies]. To
AUG. 4 George Washington [New York]. Release of
De Chambeau. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Oct. 7. C. C. 152, 3, 137
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Exchange of prisoners;
engagement between enemy s ships and the row
gallies; preparations for the coming battle. L. S.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Aug. 6. C. C. 152, 2, 329
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 317.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AuG - ? Congress, Philadelphia]. Appointment of Major
Generals; disputes between agents for prizes;
Indians. L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 8.
C. C. 152, 2, 343
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1889. 4,321.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 7 Congress, Philadelphia]. Reports of deserters;
intended attack; news from Charleston, etc. L. S.
3 pp. In handwriting of Joseph Reed. Read in
Congress, Aug. 8. C. C. 152, 2, 359
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X.Y. 1889. 4,325,
note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. British treatment of Lt.
AUG - 7 [James] Josiah. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson,
countersigned by John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
Aug. 8. 89, 268
[1776] McMichael, Edward. Intelligence brought from Oswego.
[AUG. 7] Intended attack on Fort Stanwix and the German
Flats by British and Indians. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Aug. 7. C. C. 152, 2, 347
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
Congress, Philadelphia]. Stockbridge Indians;
strength of army; preparations of enemy for an
attack. L. S. 5 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 12.
Referred to the Board of War. C. C. 152, 2, 363
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1889. 4,331.
80 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 8 [George] Washington [New York]. Case of Lt.
[James] Josiah; [Maj.J Gen. [Charles] Lee. L. S.
of .John Hancock. 1 p. In handwriting of
Charles Thomson. 89, 2(59
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Election of Major and
AUG. 9 Brigadier Generals. D. S, of John Hancock.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1776, Aug. 10. 89, 270
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 10 [George] Washington [New York], Election of
general officers; troops for Jersey. L. S. of
John Hancock. 1 p. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. Answered Aug. 12.* 89, 272
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 10 [George] Washington [New York]. Commis
sions. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. Answered Aug. 12.*
89, 274
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Commissions to various
AUG. 10 officers. D. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, Aug. 10. 89, 276
1776 New York, Convention. Harlem. Resolve respecting
AUG. 10 securing of disaffected persons. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Samuel Blatchley
Webb. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1776, Aug. 12. C. C. 152,2,383
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 12 Congress, Philadelphia]. Reenforcements; New
York loyalists; cavalry for the South. L. S.
4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. Read in Congress, Aug. 14.
C. C. 152, 2, 371
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 337.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
AUG. 12 Congress, Philadelphia. Case of court-martial of
Col. [Donald?] Campbell. L. S. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 2, 385
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 340, note.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
AUG. 13 Congress, Philadelphia. Sending his papers to
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Congress. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 2, 393
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 342, note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Massachusetts treaty with
AUG. 13 *5t. Johns and Micmac Indians. D. S. of John
Hancock. In handwriting of Charles Thomson.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1TT6, Aug. 16. 89, 278
1776 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
AuG - 13 [George] Washington [New York]. Nothing to
communicate. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
Answered Aug. 15* 89, 280
1776 Givens, Thomas. Examination of. Information of
AUG. 13 strength, etc., of the British. Contemporary
cop3 r . 2 pp. In handwriting of George Lewis.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Aug. 14. C. C. 152, 2, 409
1776 Howe, Sir William. Staten Island. To [George] Wash-
A - UG - 13 ington [New York]. Requesting permission for
Robert Temple to go into Massachusetts. Writ
ten by a secretary in the third person. 1 p.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Aug. 18. C. C. 152, 2, 437
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the President of
AUG. 14 Congress, Philadelphia. Introducing Capt. Moe-
balle. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 2, 397
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Intelligence of the
enemy; need of tents; miscellaneous matters.
L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 15.
C. C. 152, 2, 401
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 346,
note.
1776 Continental Congress, Secret Committee. Philadelphia.
AUG. 14 To [George] Washington [New York]. Powder
in Rhode Island. A. L. S. of Robert Morris.
1 p. 11, 135
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Land for Hessian desert-
AUG. 14 ers; [Antoine Felix] Wybert s appointment.
D. S. of John Hancock. In handwriting of
Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1776, Aug. 16. 89, 278
28632 OG G
82
1776 Farrier, Isaac. [Amboy, New Jersey.] Examination of.
AUG. 14 Information of intentions of the British. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1776, Aug. 17.
C. C. 152, 2, 431
1776 Hand, Edward. West Chester [New York]. To [George
AuG - 14 Washington, New York]. Recommendations for
officers promotions. A. L. S. 2 pp. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Sep. 20. C. C. 152, 2, 13
1776 Hunter, Alexander. [Amboy.] Examination of . Informa-
AuG - 14 tion of strength etc. of British. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1776, Aug. 17. C. C. 152, 2, 429
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 15 Congress, Philadelphia]. The situation. L. S.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Aug. 16. C. C. 152, 2, 413
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 346, note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Col. James Livingston to
AUG. 15 raise companies of Canadians. D. S. of John
Hancock. In handwriting of Charles Thomson.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, Aug. 16. 89, 278
1776 Roberdeau, Daniel. Amboy [New Jersey]. To [George
AUG. 15 Washington, New York], Forwarding prisoners.
A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, Aug. 17.
C. C. 152, 2, 425
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 16 Congress, Philadelphia]. Sickness in army; want
of officers. L. S. Ip. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 2, 417
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 346, note.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 16 [George] Washington [New York]. Transmitting
resolves. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. An
swered Aug. 18.* 89, 282
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [Lt.] Gen. [Sir
AUG. 17 William] Howe [Staten Island]. Permission to
Robert Temple to go to Massachusetts. Contem-
COERESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 83
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1776, Aug. 18. C. C. 152, 2, 441
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 17 Congress, Philadelphia]. Intelligence of enemy;
attempt of fire ships. L. S. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 2, 421
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 348
note.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [Richard,] Viscount
AUG. 17 Howe [off Staten Island]. Exchange of naval
prisoners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, Aug.
21. C. C. 152, 2, 463
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 348.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 17 [George] Washington [New York]. Routine mat
ters. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. Answered Aug. 20.*
89, 284
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Conduct of Brig. Gen.
AUG. 17 [David] Wooster; Quartermaster General s de
partment; exchange of prisoners; Maryland
troops; articles [for the Flying Camp]. D. S. of
John Hancock. 5 pp. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1776, Aug. 17.
89, 286
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 18 Congress, Philadelphia]. Resolutions respecting
foreign troops in British army; [James,] Lord
Drummond; delay of British in attacking; In
dian treaties. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Aug. 20. C. C. 152, 2, 433
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 352,
note.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 19 Congress, Philadelphia]. The military situation;
militia. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 20.
C. C. 152, 2, 443
1776 Drummond, [James, Lord] Polly [Off Staten Island]. To
AUG. 19 [George Washington, New York]. Question of
84 LIBEAKY OF CONGRESS
his parole. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washing-ton to the President of Congress, 1776,
Aug. 26. C. C. 152, 2, 497
1776 Howe, [Richard, Viscount]. Eagle, off Staten Island. To
AuG - 19 George Washington [New York]. Exchange of
Lt. [James] Josiah. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Aug. 21. C. C. 152, 2, 467
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 20 Congress, Philadelphia]. Exchange of prisoners;
intentions of enemy. L. S. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Aug. 22. C. C. 152, 2, 447
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 355.
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 21 Congress, Philadelphia]. Correspondence with
British on subject of exchange of prisoners. L.
S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. Read in Congress, Aug. 23.
C. C. 152, 2, 459
177G Continental Congress, Resolves. Case of Bazil Bouderot;
AUG. 21 spies; money and cannon for army; Maj. Gen.
[Artemas] Ward; copper. D. S. of John Han
cock. 3 pp. Transmitted to Washington.
89, 290
1776 Hand, Edward. The Narrows [Long Island], To [Brig.]
AUG. 21 Q. en . [John] Nixon [Long Island] Reports of
enemy s movements. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Aug. 22. C. C. 152, 2, 479
1776 Livingston, William. Elizabethtown [New Jersey]. To
AUG. 21 [George] Washington [New York]. Report of a
spy of designs of the enemy. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Aug. 22. C. C. 152, 2, 475
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 22 Congress, Philadelphia]. Expectations of attack.
L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress Aug. 26.
C. C. 152, 2, 471
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 85
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 23 Congress, Philadelphia]. Approaching battle;
prizes of armed vessels; treaty with Six Nations.
L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 26.
C. C. 152, 2, 483
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 363,
note.
1776 Sullivan, John. Long Island. To [George] Washington
AUG. 23 [New York]. Account of skirmish on the Bed
ford Road. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Samuel Blatchley Webb. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Aug. 24. C. C. 152, 2, 491
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 24 Congress, Philadelphia]. Irregularity of the
post; maneuvers of the enemy. A. L. S. 2 pp.
Read in Congress, Aug. 26. C. C. 152, 2, 487
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 363,
note.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AuG - 24 [George] Washington [New York]. [James,] Lord
Drummond s officiousness. L. S. of John Han
cock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
11, 200
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 26 Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of the
enemy; [James,] Lord Drummond. L. S. 3pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Aug. 28. C. C. 152, 2, 493
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pensions for disabilities
AUG. 26 and death; Invalid corps. D. S. of John Hancock.
5 pp. Transmitted to Washington. 89, 292
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Inducements to foreigners
Auo - 27 to desert from British. D. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. Transmitted to Washington. 89, 296
1776 Harrison, Rob[ert] H[anson]. New York. To [the Presi-
AL " G - 27 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Short account
of the battle of Long Island. A. L. S. 2 pp.
C. C. 152, 2, 499
1776 Washington, George. Long Island. To the President of
AUG. 29 Congress, Philadelphia. The military situation.
L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 30.
C. C. 152, 2, 503
Printed : Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 371.
LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Continental Army, Council of War. Long Island. Rea-
- 29 sons for retreat. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In
handwriting of William Grayson. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Aug. 31. C. C. 152, 2, 511
1776 [Stirling, William Alexander, Lord.] Eagle [off Staten
AUG. 29 Island]. To [George Washington, New York].
Account of the battle of Long Island. Contem
porary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of William
Grayson. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1776, Aug. 31.
C. C. 152, 2, 515
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
AUG. 31 Congress, Philadelphia]. The retreat from Long
Island; losses in the battle. L. S. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Sept. 2. C. C. 152, 2, 507
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 373.
1776 De Lancey, Oliver. Jamaica [Long Island]. To Col.
SEP. 1 [Phinehas] Fanning [Long Island]. Submission
of inhabitants of Suffolk county. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Henry Beekman
Livingston. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, Oct. 2.
C. C. 152, 3, 95
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
SEP. 2 Congress, Philadelphia]. Disorganized state of
the army; militia. L. S. 4pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Sept. 3. C. C. 152, 2, 519
Printed: Writings of Washington, (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 378.
1776 De Lancey, Oliver. Huntington [Long Island], To Col.
SEP. 2 Phinehas Fanning [Long Island]. Ordering tak
ing oath of allegiance to King. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Henry Beekman
Livingston. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1776, Oct. 2. C. C. 152, 3, 97
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Preservation of New York
SEP. 3 city; reinforcements. D. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, Sep. 3. 89, 298
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 3 [George] Washington [New York]. Preservation
of New York; reinforcements. L. S. of John
Hancock. 2pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
89, 300
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 7
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
SEP. 4 Congress, Philadelphia]. Movement of enemj^ s
ships; intelligence from Canada; correspondence
with Congress. Transcript. Read in Congress,
Sep. 6. C. C. 169, 2, 202
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 383,
note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Exchange of prisoners.
SEP. 5 D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1776, Sep. 8.
89, 302
[1776] Newell, Eliphalet. [New York.] To Col. Henry Knox
[SEP. 4?] [New York]. Report of damage being sustained
from enemy s fire. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Sep. 8. C. C. 152, 2, 54
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Peace conference with
SEP. 5 [Richard,] Lord Howe. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, Sep. 8. 89, 302
1776 De Lancey, Oliver. Jamaica [Long Island]. Proclamation
SEP. 5 offering commissions for raising companies of
loyalists. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Henry Beekman Livingston. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Oct. 2. C. C. 152, 3, 99
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
SEP. 6 Congress, Philadelphia]. Preservation of New
York; intentions of enemy; pay for troops; ex
changes. L. S. 3pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Sep. 9.
Referred to the Board of War. C. C. 152, 2, 527
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 385.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Committee to wait on
SEP. 6 [Rear Adml. Richard,] Lord Howe; military
appointments. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
Sep. 8. 89, 302
1776 , Washington, George. New York. To the President of
SEP. 7 Congress, Philadelphia. Claim of Capt. [Sion]
Martindale and others for pay. L. S. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Sep. 13. C. C. 152, 2, 523
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
SEP. 8 Congress, Philadelphia]. Reasons for evacuation
88 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
of New York; militia. L. S. 7 pp. In hand
writing- of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Sep. 10. C. C. 152, 2, 531
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 390.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To [George]
SEP- 8 Washington [New York]. Exchange of prisoners;
peace conference with [Rear Adinl. Richard,]
Lord Howe; mone}- tents; intelligence to Con
gress. L. S. of John Hancock. 4 pp. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. 89, 304
1776 Nicoll, Isaac. New Rochelle [New York]. To [George
^ EP - 8 Washington, New York]. Report of sources of
information; moves of enemy. A. L. S. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Sep. 8. C. C. 152, 2, 539
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Evacuation of New York.
SEP - 10 A. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776, Sep.
16. 89, 306
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
& EI> - n Congress, Philadelphia]. Exchange of prisoners;
moves of enemy; evacuation of city. L. S. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress Sep. 13. C. C. 152, 2, 543
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 398.
102, and 404, notes.
1776 [De Lancey, Oliver.] Jamaica. [Long Island]. To [Col.]
SEP - 11 Phinehas Fanning [Long Island]. Ordering con
fiscation of cattle. Contemporary cop} 7 . 1 p.
In handwriting of Henry Beekman Livingston.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Oct. 2. C. C. 152, 3, 101
1776 Washington,] G[eorge]. New York. To Robert Morris
SE1> - 12 [Philadelphia]. Tents for the army. Letter-
book copy. M. Ill, 272
1776 Harrison, Rob[ert] H[anson]. New York. To the Presi-
SEP. 12 dent of Congress, Philadelphia. Report of latest
military happenings. A. L. S. 1 p. Read in
Congress, Sep. 14. C. C. 152, 2, 547
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
SEP. r> New York. Exchange of [Maj.] Gen. [Richard]
Prescott and [Brig.?] Gen. [Allan?] Macdonald
for [Maj.] Gen. [John] Sullivan and [Brig.] Gen.
[William Alexander,] Lord Stirling. A. L. S.
of Richard Peters. 1 p. 95, 296
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 89
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Extent of command of the
SEP. 12 Commissary General; miscellaneous militaiy mat
ters. D. S. of John Hancock, 4 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
Sep. 16. 89, 308
[1776] Rutledge, E[dward]. Brunswick [New Jersey]. To [George
[SEP. 12] Washington, New York]. Conference with
[Rear Adml. Richard,] Lord Howe. A. L. S.
1 p. 12, 23
1776 Washington, George. New York. To [the President of
SEP. 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Preparations for evac
uation of New York; sick and pay of nurses.
L. S. J pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Sep. 16.
C. C. 152, 2, 551
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 402.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Rations for militia offi-
^ EP - 14 cers; barracks; magazines; powder, flints; return
of arms, etc., by discharged troops and militia.
D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1776, Sep. 16.
89, 308
1776 Continental Army, Prisoners. List of captures by the
SEP. 15-16 British on the island of New York. Contempo
rary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, Sep. 25. C. C. 152, 3, 55
1776 [Washington, George.] [Harlem Heights.] To[thePresi-
SEP - 16 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Affair at Kips
Bay. Unsigned letter. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Sep. 17. C. C. 152, 2, 555
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 406.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 16 [George] Washington [Harlem Heights, New
York]. Transmitting resolves. L. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. Answered Sep. 20.* 89, 311
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. State quotas of troops;
.^ EP - 16 bounties of money and land. Broadside. En
closed in Board of War to Washington, 1777,
May 20. 95, 321
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Brigadier appointments.
SEP - 16 D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1776, Sep. 2-i.
89, 314
90 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Board of War. (Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
S KI> - 16 New York. Memorial of 2d lieutenants of the
Virginia regiments. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
1 p. Answered Sep. 30.* 95, 298
1776 Clark, John. Perth Amboy [New Jersey]. To George
SKP - 16 Washington [Harlem]. Resignation. A. L. S.
1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, Oct. 5. C. C. 152, 3, 117
1776 Washington, George. [Harlem Heights.] To [the Presi-
SEP. 18 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. The battle of
Harlem Plains. L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Sep. 20. C. C. 152, 2, 559
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. V. 1889. 4,416.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Minor military appoint-
SEP. 18 ments. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776, Sep.
24. 89, 314
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Rations and bounties.
SBP. 18 Broadside. Enclosed in Board of War to Wash
ington, 1777, May 20. 95, 321.
1776 Washington, George. [Harlem Heights.] To [the Presi-
SEP. 19 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Preparations
for British to attack Harlem Heights. L. S. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 3, 1
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 420,
note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Rank of adjutants and
SSP. 19 land assignments. Broadside. Enclosed in Board
of War to Washington, 1777, May 20. 95, 321
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Minor appointments of
SEP. 19 Frenchmen; drill of troops; accounts of Northern
Army. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776, Sep.
24. 89, 314
1776 Howe, [Richard, Viscount] and [Sir] W[illiam] Howe. New
SEP. 19 York. Declaration respecting disposition and in
tention of the King. 1 p. Broadside. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Sep. 27. C. C. 152, 3, 65
1776 McCumber, Matthew. Harlem Heights. Court-martial of.
SEP. 19 Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of
COBBESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 91
Tench Tilghman. Auto, note by Washington.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Sep. 24. C. C. 152, 3, 41
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
SEP. 20 dent of Congress. Philadelphia]. Resolves re
specting ammunition; commissions; short enlist
ments: clothing and tents. L. S. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Sep. 23. C. C. 152, 3. 5
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4, 420.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Raising of new army;
SEP. 20 supplies and wants of troops; physician for the
Flying Camp. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
Sep. i>4. 89, 314
[1776] Continental Congress, Committee on State of the Army.
[SEP. 20-27] Queries to be made at Headquarters. Supplies,
the different military departments. 12 questions.
First two answered in handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. 2 pp. W
Committee: Sherman, Gerry and Lewis. Reported Or-t. 3. See Jour
nals of Congress Sep. 20, Oct. 8, 1776, and Writings of Washington
(Ford; X. Y. 1*89. 4, 451, note.
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
SEP. 20 [Kingsbridge], Introducing Marquis de Mal-
rnedy, Jean Louis Imbert, Christian de Colerus
and [Jean] Louis de Vernejous. A. L. S. of
Pdchard Peters. 1 p. 95, 299
[1776] Ward, J[onathan] [Harlem.] To [George] Washington
[SEP. 20 ?] [Harlem]. Return of officers recommended for
promotion in 21st Continental Infantry. A. D. S.
2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress 1776, Sep. 20. C. C. 152, 3. 9
1776 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. [New] York. To George Wash-
SEP. 21 ington [Harlem]. Arrangements for exchange
of prisoners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Sep. 25. C. C. 152, 3. 51
1776 Washington, George. Kingsbridge [New York]. To the
>SEP - 22 President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Plunder
ing habits of the army. L. S. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Joseph Reed. Read in Congress. Sep.
23. C. C. 152, 3, 17
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1889. 4,424.
92 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi
SEP - 22 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. The lire in New
York. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Sep. 23.
C. C. 152, 3, 21
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 430, note.
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [Lt.] Gen.
SEP. 23 [Sir William] Howe [New York]. Exchange of
prisoners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Sep. 25. C. C. 152, 3, 53
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1889. 4,433-4,
notes.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Troops; clothing; powder
SEP. 23 for Northern Army; Fort Montgomery and de
fense of Highlands. D. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. 89, 318
1776 Greene, Nathanael. Fort Constitution [New York]. To
SEP - 23 [George] Washington, Harlem Heights. Enemy
at Paulus Hook. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Sep. 24. C. C. 152, 3, 27
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
SEP. 24 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Enemy s land
ing at Paulus Hook; discharge of militia. L. S.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, 1776, Sep. 25. C. C. 152, 3, 23
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1889. 4,430,
note.
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
SEP- 24 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Condition of
army; discipline; militia. A. L. S. 12 pp.
Read in Congress, Sep. 27. C. C. 152, 3, 29
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 438.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 24 [George] Washington [Harlem Heights]. Aug
menting the Army; enlistments for the war.
L. S. of John Hancock. 4 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. Answered Sep. 28*.
89, 320
1776 Livingston, Henry B[eekman]. [Saybrook, New Jersey.]
SEP. 24 To [George] Washington [Harlem]. Report of
his raid on Long Island. A. L. S. 3 pp. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Oct. 2. C.C. 152, 3, 91
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 93
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
SEP. 25 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Exchange of
prisoners; commissaries; need of tents, clothing.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. C. C. 152, 3, 45
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 433,
note.
[1776] Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
[SEP. 25] dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Table of pro
posed increased pay for officers. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, Sep. 25.
C. C. 152, 3, 49
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves: Payrolls of militia; cloth-
EP - 2 ^ ing etc., for soldiers; blankets, shoes, provisions
etc., for Northern Arm}*; camp utensils; sundry
military appointments; salt provision.
^ EP - 26 Exchange of officers; desertion among Penn
sylvania troops. D. S. of John Hancock. 8 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, Oct. 2. 89, 324
1776 Ballard, Robert. Fort Constitution [New York]. To
S EP - 26 [George ] Washington [Harlem]. Requesting per
mission to resign. A. L. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Sep. 30. C. C. 152, 3, 83
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
SEP - 27 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. The Congres
sional Committee; intelligence from Canada.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress Sep. 30.
C. C. 152, 3, 59
[1776] Canada, British Army in. Estimate of troops, naval force.
[SEP. 27] i p. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, Sep. 27. In handwriting of
Morgan Lewis. C. C. 152, 3, 63
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi
dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Recommending
Capt. Daniel Morgan for promotion. L. S. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Sep. 28. C. C. 152, 3, 67
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 454.
1776 Shepard, William. Bergen [New Jersey]. Petition to
SEP - 28 George Washington [Harlem Heights]. Praying
94 LIBRAKY OP CONGRESS
for promotion. D. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, Sep.
30. C. C. 152, 3, 79
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
SEP. 30 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Recommending
Lt. Col. [William] Shepard for promotion. L. S.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Oct. 2. C. C. 152, 3, 75
1776 Washington, George. New York. To the Board of War,
SEP. 30 Philadelphia. System of promotion. L. S. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 3, 71
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 460, note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Trial of Ensign [Mathew]
SEP - 30 Macumber; exchange of officers; examination of
surgeons for army; discharges. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, Oct. 2. 89, 328
1776 Continental Army, Prisoners. Return of prisoners sent
[SEP. ] from Canada by Sir Guy Carleton. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, Sep.
25. C. C. 152, 3, 57
[1776] Hand, Edward. [Harlem Heights]. To [George Wash-
[SEP. ] ington, Harlem]. Recommending William Patten
for third lieutenant. Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Oct. 5. C. C. 169, 2, 202
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. The Quartermaster Gen-
OCT. 1 eralship. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
Oct. 2. 89, 328
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the President
OCT. 2 O f Congress, Philadelphia]. Enemy recruiting on
Long Island; militia; movements of British. L. S.
4pp. In hand writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Oct. 4. C. C. 152, 3, 87
Printed with omission: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889.
4, 461.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 2 [George] Washington [Harlem Heights]. Trans
mitting resolves. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
Answered Oct. 5.* 89, 322
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Report of Committee on
OCT. 2 supplies needed by army; resolves respecting
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 95
wagons; [Maj.] Gen. [Philip John] Schuyler s
resignation. D. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Timothy Matlack. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
Oct. 4. 89, 333
Committee of Conference with Gen. Mifflin: R. H. Lee, Sherman,
J. Adams and Gerry.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Minor military matters.
OCT. 3 D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1776, Oct. 14. .
89, 337
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Loan of five million and
OCT. 3 establishment of loan offices. Broadside. Trans
mitted to Washington. 89, 330
1776 Derby, Richard, jr. Salem [Massachusetts]. To [George
OCT. 3 Washington, Harlem Heights], Intelligence of
the British fleet. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Oct. 8. C. C. 152, 3, 143
1776 Putnam, Rufus. [Harlem.] To G[eorge] Washington
OCT. 3 [Harlem]. Establishment for a corps of engineers.
2 pp. A. L. S. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, Oct. 5.
C. C. 152, 3, 127
1776 Washington, George. Harlem. To [the President of
OCT. 4 Congress, Philadelphia]. Measures necessary to
recruit the army. A. L. S. 7 pp. Read in
Congress, Oct. 8. C. C. 152, 3, 103
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 466.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 4 [George] Washington [Harlem Heights]. Trans
mitting resolves; certain appointments. L. S. of
John Hancock. 1 p. 89, 331
1776 Howe, [Sir] Wplliam]. [New] York. To [George] Wash-
OCT. 4 ington [Harlem]. Exchange of prisoners; Cana
dian prisoners. Contemporaiy copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Oct. 5. C. C. 152, 3, 123
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
OCT. 5 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Exchange of
prisoners; promotions; engineer corps; prizes;
disputes of rank. L. S. 6 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 3, 111
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4,476.
96 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
OCT. 7 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Dr. [Alexan
der] Skinner s errand; demands of regimental
surgeons. Letter-book copy. In handwriting of
George Lewis. M. HI, 83
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
OCT. 7 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Release of
Mons. De Chambeau; commission to P[ierre]
Penet; Frenchmen in army. L. S. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Oct. 11. C. C. 152, 3, 131
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 482.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Counterfeiting. Broad-
OCT. 7 side. Transmitted to Washington. 89, 330
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Muster-master of the Fly-
OCT. 7 ing Camp; commissary of prisoners; pay of offi
cers. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776, Oct.
14. 89, 337
1776 McCumber, Mathew. Harlem Heights. Court-martial.
OCT. 7 Report of members of court respecting the ver
dict. D. S. : Comfort Sage, Prest. Davd. Brear-
ley. Ebr. Howell. Sam. Smith. Thorns.
Bourk. Cornelius Higgins. Jacob Good.
Leonard Bleeker. Jacob DeWitt. 1 p. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Oct. 8. C. C. 152, 3, 147
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
OCT. 8 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Exchange of
prisoners; bounty; Ensign McCumber s court-
martial; enemy s movements. L. S. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 3, 139
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 485.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Increase of army; offi-
OCT. 8 cers. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in Pres
ident of Congress to Washington, 1776, Oct. 14.
89, 337
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 9 [George] Washington [Harlem Heights]. Pay,
clothing and bounty for troops. L. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
89, 335
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 97
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Hospital matters; com-
OCT. 9 missary department. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, Oct. 14. 89, 337
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Vessels for lakes [Cham-
OCT. 10 plain and George]; paymasters; exchange of offi
cers; impressment of teams; miscellaneous mili
tary promotions; commissions; Canadians. D.
S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1776, Oct. 14.
89, 337
1776 New York, Committee of Safety. Fishkill. To Gen.
O CT - 10 [George] Washington [Harlem]. Activity of the
New York loyalists. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Morgan Lewis. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Oct. 11. C. C. 152, 3, 153
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
OCT. 11 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements
of enemy s ships; loyalists. L. S. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Oct. 15. "Nothing to be reported
on this letter. 1 C. C. 152, 3, 149
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4, 497
and 498, notes.
1776 Arnold, B[enedict]. Schuyler s Island [Lake Champlain,
OCT. 12 New York]. To [Maj. Gen. Horatio Gates, Al
bany]. Account of naval action off Valcour
Island. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In hand
writing of William Grayson. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, Oct.
18. C. C. 152, 3, 163
1776 Hoisington, Joab. Newbury [New Hampshire]. To Maj.
CT - 12 Gen. [Horatio] Gates [Ticonderoga]. Reports of
deserters. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of William Grayson. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Nov. 9. C. C. 152, 3, 227
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Allowances and pay of
CT - 14 officers. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776, Oct.
24. 90, 3
1776 Harrison, Rob[ert] H[anson]. Harlem Heights. To [the
OcT - u President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Activity
2863206 7
98 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
of the New York loyalists; manceuvers of the
two armies. A. L. S. 2 pp. Read in Congress,
Oct. 21. C. C. 152, 3, 155
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1889. 4,498,
note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Clothing and blankets.
OCT. 15 D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
, of Congress to Washington, 1776, Oct. 24. 90, 3
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
O CT - 15 Harlem Heights. Monthly returns of military
stores. L. S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Timothy Matlack. Answered
Oct. 22* by Harrison. 12, 87
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commissaries of clothing
in Northern and Main armies. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, Oct. 24. 90, 3
1776 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Saratoga [New York]. To
[George] Washington [Harlem]. Defeat on Lake
Champlain. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Harri
son to the President of Congress, 1776, Oct. 20.
C. C. 152, 3, 171
1776 Deane, S[ilas]. Paris. To [George] Washington [Harlem
CT - 17 Heights, New York], Introducing Mottin de la
Balme. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
May 9. C. C. 152, 4, 169
1776 Washington, George. Harlem Heights. To [the Presi-
OCT. 18 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Intelligence
from Canada; general situation. L. S. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Oct. 21. C. C. 152, 3, 159
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. [Thaddeus] Kosciusko s
appointment; money for Northern Army; flints;
Commissary deputies; rations; form of oath of
allegiance. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
Oct. 24. 90, 5
1776 [Harrison, Robert Hanson]. Kingsbridge [New York]. To
OCT. 20 [the President of] Congress [Philadelphia], Ma-
noeuvers of the British and Continental armies.
Auto, draft. 2 pp. Read in Congress, Oct. 21.
A. 11,1
Printed: Writings of Washington, (Ford), N. Y. 1889. 4, 500, notes.
COERESPONDENCE OF GEOEGE WASHINGTON 99
1776 Harrison, Rob[ert] H[anson]. Valentine s Hill [New York].
OCT. 21 To the President of Congress, Philadelphia.
Nothing- of importance to communicate. A. L.
S. 1 p. Read in Congress, Oct. 25.
C. C. 152, 3, 173
1776 [Harrison, Robert Hanson]. Valentine s Hill. To the
OCT. 22 Board of War [Philadelphia]. French gentle
men; monthly returns of ordnance stores; Mag
azines; rations. Auto, draft. 2pp. A. 11,3
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Blankets and clothing in
OCT. 23 Rhode Island. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington. 1776,
Oct. 24. 90, 5
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Appointment of William
CT - 23 Maxwell and William Smallwood as brigadiers.
A. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776, Oct.
24. 90, 9
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
CT - 24 [George Washington, White Plains, New York].
Forwarding resolves. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. 90, 1
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
[White Plains]. Ration returns and pay of dis
charged soldiers. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
1 p. 95, 305
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
CT - 24 [White Plains]. Situation of affairs in Pennsyl
vania. L. S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp. In hand
writing of John Clark, jr. 95, 306
1776 Board of War. Plan for returns of rations and pay of dis-
OCT. 24 charged soldiers. A. D. , of Richard Peters. 2
pp. Enclosed in Board of War to Washington,
1776, Oct. 24. 95, 307
1776 [Harrison, Robert Hanson.] White Plains. To [the Pres-
OCT. 25 ident of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Movement of
troops and stores; skirmishes [at Mamaroneck];
obstructing channel; advance of enemy; control
of North River; formation of t\vo armies to oper
ate on both sides of river. Auto, draft. 3 pp.
Read in Congress, Nov. 4. A. II, 5
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To James Mease [Phila-
CT - 26 delphia]. Clothing issues; shoes, hats etc. Con-
100 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
temporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington 1776, Oct. 27. 95, 308
1776 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
OCT. 27 [White Plains], Returns of clothing issued.
A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. Answered
Nov. 11. 95, 310
1776 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
CT - 27 ington, White Plains]. Military successes; in
tentions of Great Britain; military supplies; the
French court. A. L. S. 3 pp. 12, 122
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 28 [George] Washington, White Plains. Robbery
of the express. A. L. S. 2 pp. Answered Nov.
1* by Harrison. 12, 124
1776 [Harrison, Robert Hanson.] White Plains. To [the
CT - 29 President of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Battle [of
White Plains]; difficulty of removing stores.
Auto, draft. 2 pp. A. II, 9
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
[White Plains]. Introducing chevalier Lan-
tagniac. A. L. 8. of Richard Peters. 1 p. An
swered Nov. 8*. 95, 312
1776 Gates, Horatio. Ticonderoga [New York]. To[Maj.]Gen.
CT - 31 [Philip John] Schuyler [Albany]. Enemy s feint
against Ticonderoga. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Nov. 9. C. C. 152, 3, 223
1776 Harrison, Rob[ert] H[anson]. White Plains. To [the
President of Congress, Philadelphia]. The mili
tary situation; militia. A. L. S. 2pp. Read in
Congress, Nov. 5. C. C. 152, 3, 189
1776 Harrison, Robert H[anson]. White Plains. To [the Pres-
Nov. l ident of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Loss of letters;
situation of the army; difficulty in moving stores;
lack of flour. Auto, draft signed. 2 pp. Read
in Congress, Nov. 4. A. II, 11
Printed in part: Writingsof Washington ( Ford) N.Y. 1890. 5,26, note.
1776 Washington, George. [White Plains.] To Dr. William
Nov. 3 Shippen jr., Newark [New Jersey]. Establish
ment of hospitals; Dr. [John] Morgan s authority.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Read in Congress, Nov. 6. C. C. 152, 3, 197
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1776 Harrison, Robert Hanson. White Plains. To [the Presi-
Nov. 3 dent of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Desertion of
troops. A. L. S. 1 p. Read in Congress,
Nov. 6. C. C. 152, 3, 201
Printed in part: Writingsof Washington ( Ford )N. Y. 1889. 5,2, note.
1776 H[arrison,] R[obert] H[anson]. White Plains. To the
Nov. 4 Board of War [Philadelphia]. Rations and pay
ment of sick; defection in Pennsylvania. Auto.
draft signed. 2 pp. A. II, 15
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 2, note.
1776 Harrison, Rob[ert] H[anson]. White Plains. To [the
Nov - 4 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Introduc
ing Monsieurs Robillard D Antin and Bordes.
A. L. S. 1 p. Read in Congress, Nov. 14. Re
ferred to the Board of War. C. C. 152, 3, 209
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Appointment of officers
Nov. 4 to recruit the army. D. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1776, Nov. 5. 90, 10
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 5 [George] Washington [White Plains]. Commis
sions for officers; power of appointment. L. S.
of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Jacob Rush. 90, 7
1776 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
N v - 6 O f] Congress [Philadelphia]. Movement of en
emy ; approaching dissolution of the army. Draft.
4 pp. In handwriting of Samuel Blatchley Webb.
Read in Congress, Nov. 11. A. II, 19
Printed: Writingsof Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 5, 1.
1776 Continental Army, Council of War. White Plains. Troops
Nov. 6 to be thrown into Jersey and on east side of the
Hudson. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776, Nov. 6.
C. C. 152, 3, 213
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Allowance to officers for
Nov. 7 enlisting soldiers in camp. Contemporary copy.
I p. Enclosed in Board of War to Washington,
1777, May 20. 95, 319
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Allowance for reenlist-
Nov. 7 ments; deserters; exchange of prisoners; military
appointments. D. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1776, Nov. 9. 90, 14
102 LIBKARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Lovell, James. Fort Lee [New Jersey]. To [the President
Nov. 7 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Intelligence of ene
my s designs. [Extract of letter.] Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Charles Thomson.
C. C. 152, 3, 233
1776 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the Board of
Nov. 8 War, Philadelphia]. French gentlemen in the
army. L. S. 2 pp. In the handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 3, 229
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 11.
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
Nov. 8 [White Plains]. Permission to certain ladies to
enter New York. L. S. : Benj. Harrison, James
Wilson, Edward Rutledge. 2 pp. Answered
Nov. 15.* 95, 325
1776 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. [New York.] To [George] Wash-
Nov. 8 ington [White Plains]. Return of an officer s
servant; exchange of prisoners. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Samuel Blatchley
Webb. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, Nov. 14. C. C. 152, 3, 239
1776 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
Nov. 9 of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Transmitting letters
from the Northern Army; British expedition into
the Jerseys. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Nov. 12. A. II, 21
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5,12,
note.
1776 Washington, George. [White Plains.] To [Lt.] Gen. [Sir
Nov. 9 William] Howe [New York]. Exchange of pris
oners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Nov. 14. C. C. 152, 3,, 235
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 12.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 9 [George] Washington [White Plains]. Reenlist-
ment allowance; deserters; exchange of pris
oners; pay of Massachusetts troops. L. S. of
John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. Answered Nov. 19.* 90, 12
1776 Washington, George. Peekskill. To [the President of]
Nov. 11 Congress [Philadelphia]. Recruiting service; de
signs of British; Massachusetts and Connecticut
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 103
pay to soldiers. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Nov. 15. A. II, 23
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 20.
1776 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. [New York.] To [George] Wash-
Nov. 11 ington [Peekskill, New York]. Exchange of
prisoners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Wi-iiam Gray son. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Nov. 14. C. C. 152, 3, 241
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 4, 529.
[1776] Searle, James. Long Branch [New Jersey]. To [John
[Nov. 13] Hancock? Philadelphia]. Conveyance of letters;
sailing of a British fleet. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, Nov. 14. 90, L>0
1776 Washington, George. "Genl. Greene s Qrs." [Fort Lee,
Nov. 14 New Jersey.] To [the President of] Congress
[Philadelphia]. Movement of troops; increase of
field artillery; exchange of prisoners. Draft.
5 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Nov. 18. A. II, 29
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 14 [George] Washington [White Plains]. Destina
tion of a British fleet. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. 90, 18
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
Nov. 14 [Fort Lee, New Jerse}^]. British probable ad
vance against Philadelphia; [Brig.] Gen. [Thomas]
Mifflin and defense of the city. A. L. S. of E.
Rutledge, signed also by Benj. Harrison, James
Wilson, and Francis Lightfoot Lee. 1 p.
95, 327
1776 Washington, George. Hackensack [New Jerse3 T ]. To the
Nov. 15 Board of War, Philadelphia. Permission to
ladies to go into New York. L. S. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 3, 253
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Cargo of the Hancock &
Nov. 15 Adams appropriated for use of the Army. Con
temporary copy, attested by Richard Peters. 1 p.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1776,
Nov. 18. 95, 329
104 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Washington, George. Hackensack. To the Board of
Nov - 15 War, Philadelphia. Exchange of prisoners.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. C. C. 152, 3, 257
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 5, 30;
note.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov - 16 [George] Washington [Fort Lee, New Jersey].
Exchange of Hessians. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered
Nov. 19*. 90, 21
1776 Washington, George. "Gen. Greene s Qrs." [Hacken-
Nov. 16 sack.] To [the President of] Congress. [Phila
delphia]. The surrender of Fort Washington.
Draft. 4: pp. In handwriting of Joseph Reed.
Read in Congress, Nov. 19. A. II, 33
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 33.
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
Nov. 18 [Hackensack]. Cargo of the Hancock & Adams.
A. L. 8. ? of Francis Lightfoot Lee, signed also
by Benj. Harrison and James Wilson. 1 p.
Answered Nov. 30*. 95, 331
1776 Washington, George. Hackensack. To [the President of]
Nov. 19 Congress [Philadelphia]. Surrender of Fort
Washington; capture of Fort Lee and loss of
stores. Draft. 5pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Nov. 23.
A. II, 37-41
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 5,41.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Monthly commissary re-
Nov. 19 turns; pay of sick; magazines of military stores;
state quotas of troops. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton. 1776, Nov. 24. 90, 25
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay of soldiers discharged
Nov. 19 from service through the hospitals. Contempo-
rar} 7 copy, attested by Timothy Pickering jr.
2 pp. Enclosed in Board of War to Washington,
1778, May 12. 95, 333
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
Nov. 19 [Hackensack]. Prisoners ordered to Fort Lee;
enlistment of prisoners in Continental Army.
L. S. of Richard Peters. In handwriting of
John Clark jr. 95, 339
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 105
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 21 [George] Washington [Hackensack]. Troops for
the new army; preparation for coming campaign.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. 90, 23
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Enlistments for the war.
Nov. 22 D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1776, Nov. 24.
90,25
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Power of appointment of
Nov. 22 army officers; committee to repair to head
quarters; hides and tallow. A. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, Nov. 24. 90, 29
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Reenforcements; troops
Nov. 22 from North; exchange of [Gov.] William Frank
lin. A. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
Nov. 24. 90, 29
1776 Washington, George. Newark [New Jersey]. To [the
Nov. 23 President of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Critical
state of affairs; militia and payment of the Flying
Camp. Draft. 2pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress Nov. 25.
A. II, 43
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 4,190.
1776 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
Nov. 23 [Newark]. Prisoners sent to Brunswick. A. L. S.
of Richard Peters. 1. p. Answered Nov. 30.*
95, 336
[1776] Continental Army. Abstract of returns of troops at New-
[Nov. 23] ar ^ f^ f or d u ty. 1 p. In handwriting of Joseph
Reed. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1776, Nov. 23. C. C. 152, 3, 273
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov - 24 [George] Washington [Newark]. Committee of
Conference; troops from Pennsylvania and New
Jersey; exchange of [Gov. William] Franklin;
reenforcement measures. L. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. An
swered Nov 27.* 90, 27
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Ordering Pennsylvania
Nov. 25 militia and Virginia light horse to join the Army;
106 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[Brig.] Gen. [Thomas] Mifflin in Philadelphia.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1776, Nov.
26. 90, 33
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 26 [George] Washington [Newark]. Reenforcements
for army. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered Nov. 30.*
90, 31
1776 Washington, George. Newark. To [the President of]
Nov - 27 Congress [Philadelphia]. Northern troops;
enenry in the Jerseys; exchange and enlistment
of prisoners in the British army. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Nov. 30. A, II, 45
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 53,
note.
1776 Anonymous. Boston. Extract of letter giving intelligence
Nov - 27 of British store ship. 1 p. In handwriting of
George Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, Nov. 27.
C. C. 152, 3, 347
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Cannon casting; provi-
Nov - 28 sions at Albany; hospital for Northern Army;
inquiry into hospital affairs; batteaux on the
lakes. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Jan. 1. 20, 87
1776 Clark, John jr. Tappan [New York]. To [George]
Washington [New Brunswick, New Jersey].
Deserter s intelligence; removal of stores. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Mor
gan Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, Dec. 4.
C. C. 152, 3, 315
1776 Washington, George. Brunswick [New Jersey]. To [the
President of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Reen-
forcement by militia; enemy s advance into Jer
sey; desertions. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Dec. 1. A. II, 47
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 54.
1776 Washington, George. Brunswick. To the Board of War
- 30 [Philadelphia], Stores captured from enemy;
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 107
enlistment of prisoners. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 51
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 58.
1776 Deane, Silas. Paris. To [George] Washington [New
^ov. 30 Brunswick]. Introducing Col. [Thomas] Con-
way. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting
of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress 1777, May 9.
C. C. 152, 4, 163
1776 Miles, Samuel. [Long Island]. To William Wister, Phil-
[Nov.] adelphia. His exchange. A. L. S. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington
1776, Nov. 7. 90, 16
1776 Washington, George. Brunswick. To [the President of]
DEC. 1 Congress [Philadelphia]. Designs of the enemy
on Philadelphia; exchange of Col. [Daniel] Mor
gan and Maj. [William] Heath. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Dec. 2. A. II, 53
1776 Washington, George. Brunswick. To the President of
DEC. l Congress, Philadelphia. Advance of the enemy
into Jersey. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Dec. 2. C. C. 152, 3, 291
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 62, note.
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 1 [George] Washington [New Brunswick]. Troops
east of the Hudson; clothing. L. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
Answered Dec. 2.* 90, 34
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Clothing for Army; troops
DEC. l on east side of the Hudson; relief of sick. D. S.
of John Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1776, Dec. 1. 90, 36
1776 Washington, George. Princeton [New Jersey]. To the
DEC - 2 President of Congress, Philadelphia. Advance
of enemy into Jersey; removal of prisoners.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Dec. 3.
C. C. 152, 3, 295
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5,63.
1776 Washington, George. [Princeton.] To Capt. [Nicholas
DEC. 2 Dietrich, Baron de] Ottendorff [Princeton]. Au-
108 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
thorizing raising of a German battalion. D. S.
1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1776, Dec, 2. C. C. 152, 3, 299
1776 Washington, George. Trenton [New Jersey], To [the
DEC - 3 President of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Trans
portation of stores; delay of [Maj.]Gen. [Charles]
Lee; Penns} 7 lvania militia. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, Dec. 4. A. II, 55
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 64.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Removal of prisoners into
L)BC< 3 the country; exchange of Gov. [William] Frank
lin. Contemporary copy. In handwriting of
Jacob Rush. Transmitted to Washington with
President of Congress to Washington, 1776,
Dec. 4. 90, 38
1776 Washington, George. Trenton. To [the President of]
DEC. 4 Congress [Philadelphia]. [Maj.] Gen. [Charles]
Lee s delay; reports of enemy s movements.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Dec. 5. A. II, 57
1776 Washington, George. Trenton. To the Board of War
DEC. 4 [Philadelphia]. British prisoners not to be
allowed to come to the Continental army. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 59
1776 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 4 [George] Washington, Trenton. Exchange of
Gov. [William] Franklin. L. S. of John Han
cock. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. An
swered Dec. 6.* 90, 38
1776 Washington, George. Trenton. To [the President of]
DEC. 5 Congress [Philadelphia]. Advance of the enemy;
disadvantages of depending on militia. A. L.
2 pp. and scrap. A. II, 63
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 66.
1776 Washington, George. Trenton. To [the President of]
DEC. 6 Congress [Philadelphia]. Movements of enemy;
Howe s proclamation of pardon. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Dec. 7. A. II, 65
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 69.
1776 Washington, George. [Barclay s, Bucks County, Penn-
CEC. 8 sylvania]. To [the President of] Congress [Phila
delphia], Retreat from Princeton; [Maj.] Gen.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 109
[Charles] Lee s delay. A. D. 2 pp. Read in
Congress, Dec. 9. A. II, 67
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 71.
1776 Cooke, Nicholas. Providence [Rhode Island]. To [George]
DEC. 8 Washington [Barclay s, Pennsylvania]. British
descent on Newport. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Samuel Blatchley Webb. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1776, Dec. 20. C. C. 152, 3, 385
1779 Washington, George. Trenton Falls. To [the President
DEC. 9 of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Fortifications for
defense of Philadelphia. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress,
Dec. 10. A. II, 69
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 72.
1776 Washington, George. Falls of Delaware. To [the Presi-
DEC. 10 dent of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Movements of
the enem}~ Lee s delay. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Dec. 11. A. II, 73
Printed: Writings of Washington (Note) N. Y. 1890. 5, 76, note.
1776 Washington, George. Falls of Delaware. To [the Presi-
DEC. 11 dent of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Crossing of
the Delaware by the enemy; Lee s delay; valu
able services of Major [Elisha] Sheldon s troop.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh
man. Read in Congress, Dec. 12. A. II, 75
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 80.
1776 Continental Congress, Secretary. [Philadelphia.] To Gen.
DEC. 11 [George] Washington [Barclay s]. Transmitting
resolve. A. L. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Answered Dec. 12.* 90, 10
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Dispersion of Congress.
DEC. 11 A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. Transmitted to
Washington with Secretary of Congress to Wash
ington, 1776, Dec. 11. 90, 40
1776 Washington, George. Trenton Falls. To [the President
DEC. 12 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Removal of Congress;
military situation; payment of troops. Draft.
4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Dec. 20. A. II, 77
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford). 1890. 5,82.
1776 Continental Congress, Secretary. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 12 [George] Washington [Barclay s]. Transmitting
resolves. A. L. S. of Charles Thomson. 90, 44
110 LIBRAKY OF CONGRESS
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Frigates to defend Phila-
DEC. 12 delphia; Sheldon s dragoons; adjournment of Con
gress; plenary power to Washington. A. D. S.
of Charles Thomson. Transmitted to Washing
ton with Secretary of Congress to Washington,
1776, Dec. 12. 90, 44
1776 Washington, George. Trenton Falls. To [the President
DEC. 13 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Disposition of troops
for defense of the Delaware; recruiting. L. S.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman and
Robert Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 3, 351
The draft, A II, 81, in handwriting of John Armstrong, Washington,
Tilghman and Harrison, is dated Dec. 12.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 89.
1776 Sullivan, John. Germantown [Pennsylvania]. To [George]
DEC. 13 Washington [Trenton Falls]. Capture of [Maj.]
Gen. [Charles] Lee. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Morgan Lewis. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
Dec. 15. C. C. 152, 3, 359
1776 [Trumbull, Joseph.] Morristown [New Jersey]. To
DEC. 13 [George] Washington [Trenton Falls]. Salt pro
visions, supplies and commissary business. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Mor
gan Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1776, Dec. 16.
C. C. 152,3,365
1776 Washington, George. Keith s [Pennsylvania]. To [the
DEC. 15 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Capture
of Lee; movements of enemy. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Dec. 20. A. II, 85
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 100.
1776 Washington, George. Keith s. To [the President of Con-
DEC. 16 gress, Philadelphia], Importance of increasing
the army; militia; Howe s designs; Commissary
General s need of money; clothing. Draft. 3
pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Dec. 26. A. II, 87
Printed, except paragraph relating to Commissary General: Writings
of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 101.
[1776] [Knox, Henry.] Plan for establishing a corps of Conti-
[DEC. 18] nental Artillery, magazines, laboratories, etc.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of John Fitzger
ald. E.nclosed in Washington to Congress 1776,
Dec. 20. A. II, 103
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 111
1776 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Above Trenton Falls. To [the
DEC. 20 President of Congress, Baltimore], Artillery;
militia and short enlistments; system of army
management; promotions. A. L. S. 9 pp. Read
in Congress, Dec. 26. A. II, 93
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 5, 112.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. British treatment of [Maj.]
DEC. 20 Gen. [Charles] Lee. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, Dec. 23. 90, 46
[1776] [Stephen, Adam.] Memorandum of plan of movements
[DEC. 20] o f Virginia troops. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Samuel Blatchley Webb. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1776, Dec. 20.
A. II, 91
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Suppression of publica-
DEC. 21 tion of resolve by Washington; magazines of pro
visions; new levies; Robert Morris and George
Clynier; money for militia; pay of troops. D. S.
of John Hancock. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1776, Dec. 23. 90, 46
1776 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To George Washington
DEC. 21 [Trenton Falls]. Supply of blankets and mus
kets; supplies expected from France; safet} T in
Philadelphia; captivity of [Maj. Gen. Charles]
Lee. A. L. S. 3 pp. 12, 285
1776 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To George Washington
DEC. 21 [Trenton Falls]. Invoice of blankets and receipt
of Hugh Peden for same. A. L. S. 1 p. 12, 289
1776 Continental Congress, President. Baltimore. To [George]
DEC. 23 Washington [above Trenton Falls]. British treat
ment of [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee; approval of
actions; committee left in Philadelphia; pay of
militia. L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. Answered Dec. 29.*
90,48
1776 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
DEC. 23 Trenton Falls]. The situation and its causes;
naval force; prisoners; cargo brought in; situa
tion of [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee. A. L. S.
3 pp. 12, 301
1776 Washington, George. Trenton Falls. To [the President
DEC. 24 of] Congress [Baltimore]. Condition of army ;
112 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
militia; payment of troops. Draft. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Kobert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 107
1776 Washington, George. [McKonkey s Ferry, Pennsylvania.]
DEC - 25 To Robert Morris [Philadelphia]. Blankets and
supplies; defection of people; continental ships
in the Delaware; exchange of prisoners.- L. S.
3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
C. C. 152, 3, 393
1776 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To George Washington
DEC - 26 [Trenton]. The Philadelphia Committee and cor
respondence with Congress; success at Trenton.
A. L. S. 2 pp. 12, 310
1776 Prisoners, British. Return of prisoners taken at Trenton.
DEC. 26 Tabular statement. Ip. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1776, Dec. 27.
C. C. 152, 3, 405
1776 Washington, George. Newtown [Pennsylvania]. To the
DEC - 27 President of Congress [Baltimore]. Account of
the battle of Trenton. Draft. 4 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress,
Dec. 31. A. II, 111
The first paragraph of draft describing the attacking maneuvers was
altered to the form printed in Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y.
1890, 5, 132.
1776 Washington, George. Newtown [Pennsylvania]. To
DEC - 27 Robert Morris, Philadelphia. Transmitting ac
count of battle of Trenton. L. S. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 3, 397
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Brig. Gen. of Artillery;
DEC. 27 bounties; levies to join army; commissaries; sys
tem of promotion; magazine and elaborate iy at
Carlisle; magazine at Brookfield; teams; small
arms from France; convalescents; North Carolina
troops; plenary power to Washington; Conti
nental currency. D. S. of John Hancock. 6 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1776, Dec. 27. 91, 112
1776 Continental Congress, President. Baltimore. To [George]
DEC. 27 Washington [Newtown, Pennsylvania]. Trans
mitting resolves. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp.
Answered Jan. 1, 1777.* 91, 116
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 113
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commissary General and
DEC. 28 the Northern Army; floating batteries and forti
fications on Lake Champlain. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1776, Jan. 1. 20, 87
1776 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
[George Washington, Newtown]. Success at
Trenton; reenforcements of militia; expiration of
enlistments; Hessian prisoners. A. L. S. of
Robert Morris, signed also by Geo. Clymer and
Geo. Walton. 3 pp. 12, 317
Committee: Morris, Clymer and Walton.
1776 Washington, George. Newtown. To [the President of
DEC. 29 Congress, Baltimore]. Military movements; pris
oners. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. II, 115
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 5,136.
1776 Washington-, George. Newtown. To Robert Morris, Phil-
DEC. 29 adelphia. Transmitting letters to be forwarded.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. C. C. 152, 3, 409
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Foundry for cannon in
DEC - 29 New York State. D. S. of John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Jan. 1. 20, 87
1776 Washington, George. Trenton. To Robert Morris, Phila-
D EC - 30 delphia. Hard mone} T for secret service; subsist
ence for troops. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. C. C. 152, 3, 417
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1^90. 5,138, note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves, Elaborately for Northern
Army; batteaux men; wagons. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Jan. 1. 20, 87
1776 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
DEC. 30 [George] Washington [Trenton]. Difficult} in
obtaining hard money. A. L. S. of Robert Mor
ris. 2 pp. 12, 328
List of hard money sent with above. 12, 330
1776 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
DEC. 30 George Washington [Trenton]. Letters to go
into New York. A. L. S. of Robert Morris.
1 p. 12, 331
2SO.,2 OG 8
114 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1776 Washington, George. Trenton. To Robert Morris, Phila-
DEC. 31 delphia. Great need of money to retain the
troops in service. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting
of Joseph Reed. C. C. 152, 3, 421
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 5,145, note.
1776 Continental Congress, Resolve. Powder. D. 8. of John
^ EC - 31 Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Jan. 1. 20, 87
1776 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
DEC. 31. George Washington [Trenton]. Resolves of Con
gress vesting plenary powers in Washington.
A. L. S. of Robert Morris; signed also by Geo.
Clymer and Geo. Walton. 1 p. 12, 338
1776 Continental Congress, Resolves. Maryland levies; powder
DEC- 31. f or Northern Army; clothing. A. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Jan. 1. 20, 91
[1776] Continental Army. Route from Cambridge to New York.
1 p. Endorsed by Washington: A route of the
march to New York. 95, 31.
[1776J Chase, Samuel and Charles Carroll [of Carrollton]. Memo
randum of supplies needed in Canada. A. D. of
Chase. 2pp. Transmitted to Washington. 95,32
1776 Enlistment form. Agreement (in blank) for enlistments
from Massachusetts for service on the Canadian
Expedition. Printed form. 1 p. A. II, 61
1777 Washington, George. Trenton. To [the President of
JAN. 1. Congress, Baltimore]. Powers vested in him by
Congress; passage of the Delaware; military
movements; militia; strength of army. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 119
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N.Y. 1889. 5,139.
1777 Washington, George. Trenton. To [the Committee of
JAN. 1. Congress at Philadelphia]. Bounty to militia;
Hessian prisoners; powers conferred by Congress.
Draft. 3pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 123
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N.Y. 1890. 5, 143.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN - ! [George] Washington [Trenton]. The victory at
Trenton. Horse for [Lt.] Col. [George] Baylor.
L. S. of John Hancock. 4 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. 13, 3
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 115
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Horse for [Lt.] Col.
JAN. 1. [George] Baylor. A. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Jan. 1. 20, 91
1777 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To George Washington
JAN. 1. [Trenton]. Forwarding money. A. L. S. 1 p.
13, 2
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Exchange of [Maj.] Gen.
JAN. 2 [Charles] Lee. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Jan. 6. 13, 22
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Provisions for American
JAN - 3 prisoners; exchange of Col. Ethan Allen; treat
ment of Richard Stockton. D. S. of John Han
cock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Jan. 6. 13, 22
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. March of troops; treat-
JA.N. 4 ment of [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee; pay to sea
men. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Jan. 6. 13, 22
1777 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Pluckemin [New Jersey]. To
JAN. 5 [the President of Congress, Baltimore]. Account
of the battle of Princeton. A. D. S. 4 pp.
A. II, 129
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5,146.
1777 Washington, George. Pluckemin. To Robert Morris,
JAN. 5 Philadelphia. Transmitting letters to be for
warded; the situation. A. L. S. 1 p.
C. C. 152, 3, 433
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
JAN. 5 [George] Washington [Pluckemin]. Awaiting
news; naval captures. A. L. S. of Robert Mor
ris, signed also by George Clymer and George
Walton. 2 pp. 13, 18
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Exchange of James Lov-
JAN - 5 ell. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, counter
signed by John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, Jan. 6-21.
90, 54
1777 Continental Congress, President. Baltimore. To [George]
JAN. 6 Washington [Morristown, New Jersey]. Case of
116 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee; military situation.
L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. 13, 20
1777 Washington, George. Morristown [New Jersey]. To
JAN. 7 [the President of Congress, Baltimore]. Skir
mishes and the post at Morristown. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 133
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 154.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Committee
JAN. 7 of Congress at Philadelphia.] Foundry work on
cannon. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of John
Clark, jr. C. C. 152, 3, 441
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
JAN. 7 George Washington [Morristown]. The military
situation; British treatment of prisoners; retalia
tion; exchange. A. L. S. of Robert Morris,
Geo. Clymer, and Geo. Walton. 3 pp. 13, 28
Dated in error: 1776.
1777 [Schuyler, Philip John.] [Albany.] To [the President of
JAN. 7 Congress, Baltimore]. The situation in Canada.
Extracts of letter. In handwriting of Joseph
Nourse. Transmitted to Washington with Board
of War to Washington, 1777, Jan. 23. 94, 166
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Exchange of prisoners;
JAN. 8 magazines of William Kennon in South Carolina
o
and Georgia; attempt on Nova Scotia. A. D. S.
of John Hancock. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Jan. 10. 13, 51
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Canadian regiment and
JAN. 8 troops for Canada; salt-petre and powder. A. D.
S. of Chas. Thomson, countersigned by John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Jan. 6-21. 90, 54
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAN. 9 Congress, Baltimore]. Honor conferred upon
[Lt.] Col. [George] Baylor; movements of enemy.
Draft. Ip. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 135
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 160,
note.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Dismissal of Doctors John
JAN. 9 Morgan and Samuel Stringer, other hospital mat-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 117
ters; progress of recruiting-. A. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washing-ton, 1777, Jan. 10. 13, 51
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Pay for Massachusetts
JAN. 9 militia; postage of soldiers letters. A. D. S. of
Chas. Thomson, countersigned by John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Jan. 6-21. 90, 54
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Salting of meat in south-
J A *. 9 era states; progress of recruiting. D. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Jan. 10. 13, 55
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
JAX - 9 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Report of
Joseph Traversie. L. S. of Robert Morris, Geo.
Clymer and George Walton. 2 pp. 13, 32
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
JAX. 9 [George Washington, Morristown]. Exchange
of [Maj.]Gen. [Charles] Lee; agent for prisoners;
British treatment; prisoners taken in merchant
ships; exchange of certain sea-captains; military
movements. A. L. S. of Robt. Morris. 2 pp.
13, 33
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
IAX - 9 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting one hundred thousand dollars. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 133, 40
1777 Walton, George. Philadelphia. To George Washington
[Philadelphia]. Exchange for officers and crew
of an armed boat of Georgia. A. L. S. 2 pp.
13, 40
[1777] Traversie, Joseph. [Philadelphia. ] Intelligence of alleged
[JAN. 9] plot amongst Canadian prisoners at Reading.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in Com
mittee at Philadelphia to Washington, 1777,
Jan. 9. 13, 30
1777 Continental Congress, Piesident. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 10 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Attempt
against Nova Scotia; dismissal of Drs. [John] Mor
gan and [Samuel] Stringer. L. S. of John Han
cock. 2pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. 13,49
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Joseph Frye and Benedict
JAN. 10 Arnold to be brigadiers. A. D. S. of Chas.
118 LIBRAE!" OF CONGRESS
Thomson, countersigned by John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Jan. 6-21. 90, 54
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAX - 12 Congress, Baltimore]. Exchange of [Maj.] Gen.
[Charles] Lee and Col. [Ethan] Allen; distressing
the enenry. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. II, 137
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 164, note.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Committee of
Congress at Philadelphia]. British treatment of
prisoners; exchange of certain officers; informa
tion from Canada; enemy at Brunswick. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 139
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 170,
note.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [Lt.] Gen: [Sir
JAN - 13 William] Howe [New York]. Exchange of Maj.
Gen. [Charles] Lee; British treatment of prison
ers. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Stephen Moylan. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1777, Jan. 14.
C. C. 152, 3, 465
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 168.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. British treatment of Walter
JAN. 13 Cruise and Richard Carpenter. Contemporary
copy. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Trans
mitted to Washington with President of Congress
to Washington, 1777, Jan. 15. 90, 79
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAN - 14 Congress, Baltimore]. Enemy s want of forage;
exchange of Lee and treatment of prisoners.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 141
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Supplies, etc., for the
JAN - 14 Northern Army; value of Continental bills, bills
of credit; state debts; loan of two million. D. S.
of John Hancock. 4 pp. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Jan. 15.
13, 66
1777 Continental Congress, President. Baltimore. To [George]
JAN. 15 Washington [Morristown]. Continental currency;
hospital and miscellaneous matters. L. S. of
John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. 13, 86
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 119
1777 Bedford, Gunning. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing
JAX. 15 ton, Morristown. Quartermaster department
business. A. L. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1777, Jan. 19 ?
C. C. 152, 3, 477
1777 Continental Congrezs, President. Baltimore. To George
JAX. 15 Washington [Morristown]. Employment of Wal
ter Cruise and Richard Carpenter. L. S. of John
Hancock. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. 90, 79
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Bills to be drawn by the
JAN - 16 Paymaster-general; free negroes; engineers;
chaplains. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, counter
signed by John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, Jan. 6-21.
90, 54
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commissary of prisoners
J AN - 16 to reside within enenw s lines; clothing; New
York Convention s address to people; Hessian
treatment of prisoners. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Jan. 18. 13, 92
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAN. 17 Congress, Baltimore]. Foraging of enemy; estab
lishment of magazines of stores at Hartford and
York. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. II. 143
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 176,
note.
1777 Pelissier, Christopher. Philadelphia. Memorial to Con
gress. Appointment to chief command at Ticon-
deroga. D. S. 2 pp. Endorsed by Charles
Thomson: " referred to the board of war." Trans
mitted to Washington. 90, 81
1777 Continental Congress, President. Baltimore. To [George]
Washington [Morristown]. Clothing for New
York troops; prisoners. L. S. of John Han
cock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
13, 90
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Committee at Philadel-
JAX. 18 phia; guard for prisoners at Lancaster; authority
to use horses and oxen; case of [Major] Elisha
Painter. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Jan. 18. 13, 92
120 LIBRAEY OF CONGRESS
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAN. 19 Congress, Baltimore]. Fluctuating state of the
arnry; militia. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 147
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 181.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Enlistments for South
J AN - 19 Carolina armed vessels; reenforcements for
Canada. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, counter
signed by John Hancock. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Jan 24.
90, 70
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAN. 20 Congress, Baltimore]. Credits; recruiting serv
ice; proposal for raising a Canadian regiment;
foreigners in army; surgeon for Northern Depart
ment; lost of storeship. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 151
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
J AN - 20 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Papers
from Pennsylvania Council of Safety respecting
exchange of prisoners. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 133, 89
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commanding officer, spe-
JAN - 20 cie, gunpowder, provisions, etc. for Canada;
enlistment of Canadians. A. D. S. of Charles
Thomson, countersigned by John Hancock-
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Jan. 24. 90, TO
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Miscellaneous military
JAN. 21 matters; Maryland militia. D. S. of John Han
cock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Jan. 24. 13, 102
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
J AN - 22 Congress, Baltimore]. Report of capture of
Fort Washington; appointment of general officers;
raising of troops of horse, pay. Draft. 5 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman and Wash
ington. A. II, 153
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 190.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Subsistence allowance for
J AX - 22 recruits. D. S. of William. Churchill Houston.
1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to Washington,
1777, May 20. 95, 324
WRITING OF ROBERT HANSON HARRISON.
177
H03MAH
Washington, (.Teor^e. Morri,-.U \vti. To
Congress, Baltimore]. R ]><>!
Fort W;ishin<. < oii; appoiiitn; nt <
raising of tro>|>> of horse,
In handwriting of Tenrh Fih:-
ington.
i rirued: Writings of Wafchfiipton 1
Continental Congress, Hf<oJ\> . SUIIM--*- *
rt cmits. D. S. of William. n
1 p. Knclos( i d in Hoard of \V;ti
1777. May 20.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 121
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Guard at Kittanning and
JAN. 22 other matters. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 177T,
Jan. 24. 13, 102
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Horses for Baylor s
TAN. 23 dragoons; settlement of accounts. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Jan. 24. 13, 102
1777 Board of War. [Baltimore.] To [George Washington,
JAN. 23 Morristown], Extracts of letter from [Maj.]
Gen. [Philip John] Schuyler. A. L. S. of Joseph
Nourse. 94, 166
1777 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. New York. To [George] Wash-
JAN. 23 ington [Morristown]. Exchange of prisoners;
treatment of same. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress 1777, Feb. 5. C. C. 152, 3, 505
1777 Continental Congress, President. Baltimore. To [George]
JAN. 24 Washington [Morristown]. Transmitting re
solves; Maryland Militia. L. S. of John Han
cock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
13, 106
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAN. 26 Congress, Baltimore]. Military matters. Draft.
6 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 161
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 203.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To Robert Morris,
JAN. 27 Philadelphia. Arms used by the militia. L. S.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
C. C. 152, 3, 509
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Letter of French officers;
JAN. 28 removal of public stores from Philadelphia. I). S.
of John Hancock. Transmitted to Washington.
90, 80
1777 Continental Congress, President. Baltimore To [George]
JAX> 2 Washington [Morristown]. Letter of French
officers; minor matters; magazines at Brooktield
and Carlisle. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. 90, 83
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Arms for Virginia troops;
JAX - 29 reimbursement of Connecticut; money advanced
122 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[Brig.] Gen. [Thomas] Mifflin. D. S. of John
Hancock. Transmitted to Washington. 90, 80
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAN. 31 Congress, Baltimore], Want of money; [Maj.]
Gen. [William] Heath at Kingsbridge. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 167
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5,210,
note.
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
J AN - 31 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Report from
Rhode Island; case of Hugh Wallace; exchanges
proposed; miscellaneous matters. A. L. S. of
Robert Morris. 4 pp. 13, 156
1777 Bedford, Gunning. Philadelphia. To [George] W r ashing-
J AN - ton, Morristown. Quartermaster s department.
A. L. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1777, Jan. 19?
C. C. 152, 3, 481
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Capt. Joseph Scott s Vir-
FEB. 1 ginia company. D. S. of John Hancock. Trans
mitted to Washington. 90, 80
1777 Campbell, Archibald. Concord [Massachusetts]. To
FEB. 4 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Complaint
of treatment received. A. L. S. -1 pp. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Mar. 6? C. C. 152, 3, 585
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
FEB. 5 Congress, Baltimore]. Military matters; Mary
land militia; smallpox; oath of allegiance. Draft.
5 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman and
John Clark, jr. A. II, 171
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 218.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To Robert Morris
FSB. 5 [Philadelphia]. Removal of stores; exchange of
captains of merchant vessels; the King s speech
in Parliament. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. II, 175
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To Samuel Chase
FEB. 5 [Philadelphia]. Barbarity of British toward
prisoners. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. II, 177
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 4, 309.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 123
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Brigadier F[rancis] Nash.
FEB. 5 A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Feb. 23. 90, 85
1777 Washington, George. [Morristown.] To the Committee
FEB - 6 of Congress at Philadelphia. Requesting money
for recruiting Col. [Stephen] Moylan s regiment.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
John Fitzgerald. A. II, 179
1777 Continental Congress, President. Baltimore. To [George]
Washington [Morristown]. Introducing Mr.
Burke, of Jamaica. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. 90, 86
1777 Board of War. Baltimore. To George Washington [Mor-
FEB 6 ristown]. Land grants to recruits for the war.
L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. Answered Feb.
23.* 94, 167
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Pay for Connecticut
FEB - 7 light-horse; rank and pay of Maryland and Vir
ginia regiments; howitzers for Ticonderoga.
A. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. Transmitted
to Washington. 90, 89
1777 [Lee, Arthur.] Nantes. To [Secret Committee of Con-
FEB - n gress]. British plan of campaign; exertions of
Britain to raise troops; cutters for protection of
the West India trade. Feb. 14: Letters of
marque; transportation of prisoners to East In
dies. Extract of letter. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Richard Henry Lee. Enclosed in R. H. Lee,
to Washington. 1777, Apr. 16? 20, 330
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
George Washington [Morristown]. Money for
Lt. Col. [Moses] Ravvlings and Lt. [Daniel] Cre-
sap. L. S. of Robert Morris. 1 p. 13, 242
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Committee of
FEB - 13 Congress at Philadelphia], Requesting money
for recruiting in lower Jersey. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of George Johnston.
A. II, 181
1777 Continental Congress, Medical Committee. Baltimore.
FKB - 13 To George Washington, Morristown. Inocula
tion of troops for smallpox. L. S. of Benjamin
Rush. 2 pp. In handwriting of Thos. Burke.
13, 244
124 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Recommending Capt.
FEB - 13 [George] Gibson. D. S. of John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Feb. 23. 90, 90
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
FEB. 14 Congress, Baltimore]. Military matters; estab
lishment of cannon foundry; [Maj.] Gen. [Charles]
Lee s letter to Congress. Draft. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 183
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) K. Y. 1890. 5,236.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
FEB. 14 Congress, Baltimore]. Plan of establishment of
hospital for the army; sickness last campaign;
pay; Dr. [John] Morgan s vindication. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 187
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 240,
note.
1777 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
FEB - 14 [Morristown]. Introducing Mr. Burke, of Ja
maica. A. L. S. 1 p. 13, 254
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Howitzers for Ticonde-
FEB. 14 roga; French gentlemen in army. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Feb. 23. 90, 90
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Promotions; Virginia
FEB. 19 troops to join army; election of major-generals.
D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, Feb. 23. 90, 90
1777 Neil, Eliza. [East Jersey.] To [George] Washington
FEB - !9 [Morristown]. Pension for her support. A. L. S.
1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress 1777, Feb. 28. C. C. 152, 3, 557
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
FEB - 20 Congress, Baltimore]. Military movements.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs.
A. II, 191
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 240.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
FEB. 20 Congress, Baltimore]. French officers in the
army. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. II, 193
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5,244.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 125
1777 Co T tinental Congress, Resolves. Retaliation for treat-
FEB. 20 ment of [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee; [Maj.] Gen.
[Horatio] Gates. D. S. of John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Feb. 23. 90, 90
1777 [Lee, Arthur.] Bordeaux [France]. To [the Secret Com-
FEB - 20 mittee of Congress]. Engagement of Hessians;
intention against Boston. Contemporary copy.
1 p. Enclosed in Lee, Richard Henry to Wash
ington, 1777, Apr. 29. 15, 79
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. [Maj.] Gen. [Charles]
FEB - 21 Lee s release; election of brigadiers. D. S. of
John Hancock. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Feb. 23. 90, 90
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Election of brigadiers.
FEB - 21 A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Feb. 23.
90, 85
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
George Washington [Morristown]. Return of
Congress to Philadelphia; rope makers needed.
A. L. S. of Robert Morris, signed also by Geo.
Clymer and Geo. Walton. 2 pp. 13, 304
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To Robert Morris
FEB - 2: [Philadelphia]. Removal of stores in Philadel
phia; intentions of ememy; security of the salt.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. A. II, 197
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Rank of brigadiers and
FEB - 22 minor matters. D. S. of John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Feb. 23. 90, 90
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Settlement of rank of brig-
FEB - 22 adiers. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Feb. 23. 90, 85
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
FEB - 22 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Adjourn
ment of Congress; military preparations; removal
of stores from Philadelphia. A. L. S. of Robert
Morris, signed also by Geo. Clymer and Geo.
Walton. Answered Feb. 27.* 13, 306
126 .LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
FEB. 23 Congress, Baltimore]. Raising cavalry regiments
and pay of their officers; forwarding of recruits;
arms. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. II, 100
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 250,
note.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
FEB. 23 War, Baltimore]. Question of land bount} T for
enlistments. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Endorsed: "This let
ter to be read in Congress & enquiry to be made
whether any member remembir the Resolves of
Congress respecting the Bounty of Land to be
allowed Soldiers &c. The General is of opinion
the 100 Acres Bounty is to be granted to those en
listing for three years. The Board of a diffr.
opinion." C. C. 152, 3, 541
1777 Continental Congress, President. Baltimore. To [George]
FEB. 23 Washington [Morristown]. Minor matters; re
turn of Congress to Philadelphia. L. S. of John
Hancock. 2pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
Answered Mar. 1. 90, 92
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Troops to join the army;
FEB. 24 collection of arms. D. S. of John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Feb. 25. 90, 95
1777 Continental Congress, President. Baltimore. To [George]
FEB. 25 Washington [Morristown]. Strengthening the
army. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. Answered Mar. 12.*
90, 100
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Purchase of arms and
FEB. 25 woolens; punishment of deserters; appointment
of Regnier de Rousie; profanity in army. D. S.
of John Hancock. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Feb. 25. 90, 95
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
FEB. 26 [George] Washington [Morristown]. [Maj.]
Gen. [Charles] Lee s case; inconvenience of Balti
more as location of Congress. A. L. S. of Robert
Morris, signed also by Geo. Clymer. 2 pp.
14, 13
COERESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 127
1777 Lee, Charles. New York. To [George] Washington
FEB. 26 [Morristown]. [Majors Jacob] Morris and [John
Skey] Eustace. Contemporary copy. 1 p. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 17TT, Mar. 6. C. C. 152, 3, 579
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Committee
FEB. 27 of Congress at Philadelphia]. Canadian prisoners;
recruiting and militia reinforcements. Draft.
4 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 205
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
FEB. 27 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Condition
of enemy; removal of stores; bright and gloomy
side of affairs; loss of big men from Congress.
A. L. S. of Robert Morris. 6 pp. 14, 27
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5,263,
note.
1777 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Brunswick [New Jersey]. To
FEB. 27 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Arrange
ment of a cartel; treatment of Lt. Col. [Archi
bald] Campbell. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Mar. 6. C. C. 152, 3, 581
1777 Les, Richard Henry. Baltimore. To [George W r ashing-
FEB. 27 ton, Morristown]. Transmitting papers; glory
of the recent campaign; news from London of
British intent against eastern shore of Maryland;
junction with Canada; aid from France and Spain.
A. L. S. 2 pp. 14, 31
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
FEB - 28 Congress, Baltimore]. Skirmishing; militia re
turning home; slow reinforcements; promotions
of general officers; hospital. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 209
1777 Continental Congress, Committee at Philadelphia. To
FEB - 29 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Removal
of stores; British ships in the Chesapeake; [Ben
jamin] Franklin in Europe. A. L. S. of Robert
Morris. 2 pp. Answered Mar. 3.* 14, 39
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR - l Congress, Baltimore]. Resolve of Congress di
recting retaliatory measures on account of treat
ment [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee. Draft. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. A. II, 213
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 257.
128 LIBBABY OF CONGRESS
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [Committee of
MAR. 2 Congress at Philadelphia]. Resolves of Congress
respecting [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee; removal of
Congress to Lancaster; removal of public stores
from Philadelphia. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 217
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To Robert Morris,
MAR. 2 Philadelphia. British designs; comparison of
strength of British and American armies; removal
of stores; hasty action of Congress as to retalia
tory measures with prisoners; conference with
[Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee. Transcript. P. 1,26
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 262.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [Committee of
MAR. 3 Congress at Philadelphia]. Enemy s design, by
water, against Philadelphia; miscellaneous mat
ters. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 3, 571
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 6 Congress, Philadelphia]. Resolves respecting
Lt. Col. [Archibald] Campbell and [Maj.] Gen.
[Charles] Lee. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. II, 219
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 274.
1777 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
MAR. 6 [Morristown]. Error of short enlistments; drink
and bounties; [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee s request
and effect of compliance on France. A. L. S.
4 pp. 14, 66
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 5,267.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [Maj.] Gen.
MAR. 11 [Thomas] Mimin [Reading, Pennsylvania]. Quar
termaster business. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. C. C. 152, 3, 589
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 12 Congress, Philadelphia]. State of the army; re
cruiting; hospitals and pay. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Caleb Gibbs and Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. II, 223
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 285.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Assessment and payment
MAR. 12 for blankets. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Mar. 17. 90, 102
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 129
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To Maj. Gen.
MAR. 13 [Thomas] Mifflin, Philadelphia. Plan for Quar
termaster s department; horses and wagons; cash
for forage. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of
George Johnston. C. C. 152, 3, 591
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5,285,
note.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Arms for Virginia troops;
MAK. 13 discouragement of foreign military men from
coming to America. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Mar. 17. 90, 102
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAK. 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Weak state of army;
hospital; want of money. L. 8. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 3, 595
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 285.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Foreign corps from French
MAR - 14 [West Indies] islands; commissions for foreigners;
pensions for widows; retaliation in treatment of
prisoners; [Lt.] Col. [Archibald] Campbell s com
plaints. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Mar. 17. 90, 102
[1777] Washington, George. [Morristown.] To [the members of
[MAR. 15] Congress, Philadelphia]. Introducing Maj. Gen.
[Nathanael] Greene. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of George Johnston. A. II, 227
1777 Continental Army, Return of Continental troops and mili-
MA - 15 tia in New Jersey. Tabular statement. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Mar. 18. C. C. 152, 4, 15
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR - 18 Congress, Philadelphia]. Introducing Maj. Gen.
[Nathanael] Greene; his errand to Congress. L. S.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Mar. 20. C. C. 152, 4, 1
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 292, note.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Minor matters and stores
MAR - 19 for Eastern and Northern departments. D. S. of
John Hancock. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Mar. 26. 90, 106
2863206 9
130 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Certificate to foreigners;
MAR - 19 .stockade for prisoners in Massachusetts. D. S.
of John Hancock. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1TT7, Mar. 26. 90, 106
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of]
MAR - 21 Congress [Philadelphia]. [Maj.] Gen. [Nathanael]
Greene s errand to Congress. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 230
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of]
MAR. 23 Congress [Philadelphia]. Col. [William] Palfrey s
accounts; estimates of expense. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 231
1777 Hays, A[nn] Hawkes. Haverstraw [New York]. To
MAR - 23 [George Washington, Morristown]. Enemy s
burning of Peekskill; militia. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1777, Mar. 26.
C. C. 152, 4, 33
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Judgment of Commander-
MAR - 24 in-chief and opinion of councils of war; exchange
of prisoners and Maj. Gen. [Charles] Lee; pur
chase of arms. D. S. of John Hancok. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Mar. 26. 90, 106
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Western troops to join
MAR - 25 army; command at Ticonderoga. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Mar. 26. 90, 106
1777 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Morristowu. To [the President
MAR - 26 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Affair at Peekskill;
failure of the recruiting service; chaotic state of
Army; militia. Auto, draft signed. 4 pp.
A. II, 235
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. [Maj.] Gen. [Philip John]
MAR. 26 Schuyler s general order; the Adjutant- General
ship; suspension of [Commodore] Esek Hopkins.
D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, Mar. 26.
90, 106
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 26 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Exchange
of prisoners; arms, etc. from France; appoint-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 131
ment of [James] Clinton brigadier-general; con
ference with [Maj.] Gen. [Nathanael] Greene.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. Answered Mar. 29.* 90, 108
1777 Hazard, [Ebenezer]. Fishkill [New York.] To [George]
MAR. 26 Washington, Morristown. Arrival of storeship
from France. A. L. S. in 3d person. 1 p. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Mar. 26. C. C. 152, 4, 43
1777 Hoff, Christopher, jr. Hibernia Furnace [Morris County,
MAR. 26 New Jersey]. To [George] Washington [Morris-
town]. Inhabitants joining the enemy. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1777, Mar. 26.
C. C. 152, 4, 31
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 29 Congress, Philadelphia]. Attack on Peekskill;
visit of Oneida Indians. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. II, 239
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 296.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 29 Congress, Philadelphia]. Arrival of storeship
and French officers; affair at Peekskill. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. A. II, 243
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. [Maj.] Gen. [Charles]
MAR. 29 Lee s suggested conference with British; prison
ers. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Apr. 4.
90, 113
1777 McDougall, Alexander. Peekskill [New York]. To [George
MAR. 29 Washington, Morristown]. Report of enemy s
expedition against Peekskill. Contemporary
copy. 6 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1777, Apr. 2. C. C. 152,4, 55
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 31 Congress, Philadelphia]. Reports of intentions
of enemy. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. A. II, 245
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Execution of James Moles-
MAR. 31 worth; officers of Northern department; reem-
bursement of James Warren; appointment of
Ephraim Blaine; appointment of brigadiers; lot
tery. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Apr. 4.
90, 113
132 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[1777J Washington, George. Morristown. Questions respecting
[^ AR -1 organization, state, and establishment of the Con
tinental army to be decided by Congress. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1T77,
Mar. 18. C. C. 152, 4, 19
[1777] Prisoners, American. Estimate of American prisoners in
[MAR.] hands of British. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1777, Mar. 18.
C. C. 152, 4, 13
This and the two following entries were not alluded to in the letter
of Mar. 18.
[1777] Prisoners, Cartel for exchange. Queries proposed respect-
[MAR.] ing prisoners and arrangements for exchange. 4
pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Mar. 18. C. C. 152, 4, 5
[1777] Wolcott, William and Robert Hanson Harrison. Objec-
[MAR.] tions to British propositions respecting exchange
of prisoners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Harrison. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1777, Mar. 18.
C. C. 152, 4, 9
[1777] Continental Congress, Resolves. Regulations for payment
APR. 1 of army; rank of officers; Maj. Gen. [Arthur] St.
Clair ordered to Ticonderoga. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Apr. 4. 90, 113
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Regulating pay of the
APR. l army. Broadside. Printed by Dunlap. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Apr. 10. 90, 110
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 2 Congress, Philadelphia]. Affair at Peekskill; de
signs of enenvv; establishment of expresses.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of George John
ston and Tench Tilghman. A. II, 247
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Payrolls; removal of mili-
APR. 2 tary stores from Annapolis and Baltimore; hos
pital matters. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Apr. 4. 90, 113
The payrolls resolution will also bo found in the broadside form:
90, 110.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 133
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. -i [George] Washington [Morristown]. Pay of
troops; execution of James Molesworth, [Joseph]
Galloway s spy; officers to go to Ticonderoga.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Hush. 90, 111
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Military matters; muster
APR - 4 and commissary departments; Henry Fisher and
Independent Delaware Company; pay and mis
cellaneous matters. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Apr. 4. 90, 113
Above will be found in broadside form: 90, 184.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Muster-master General s
APR. 4 department. Broadside. Printed by Dtinlap.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, May 3. 91, 180
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Appointment of Chev
alier de Prudhomme de Borre to a brigadier-gen
eralship. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. II, 249
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Establishment, regulation
APR - 7 etc. of the Continental Hospital. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Apr. 9. 90, 127
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Erection of monuments
APR. 8 to Joseph Warren and Hugh Mercer; education
of their sons. D. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Apr. 9. 90, 121
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Emergency provisions;
APR. 8 schedule of pay. D. S. of John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Apr. 9. 90, 127
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 9 Congress, Philadelphia]. Stores at Baltimore
and Annapolis; regulation of Paymaster and
Mustermaster General s Departments; hospital
establishment; intentions of enemy. Draft. 2pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 251
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
ApR - 9 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Establish
ment of hospital; monuments to Joseph Warren
134 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
and Hugh Mercer. L. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. In handwriting 1 of Jacob Rush. An
swered April 10.* 90, 129
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Deputy paymasters.
APR- 9 Broadside. Printed by Dunlap. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1T7T,
Apr. 10. 90, 110
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Opposition 10 enemy;
^ PE - 9 commissary and hospital matters; command at
Fort Pitt; minor matters; supplies from the peo
ple; paymasters; settlement of army accounts of
New York and New Jersey; claims against the
United States. D. S. of John Hancock. 6 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Apr. 9. 90, 136
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 10 Congress, Philadelphia]. Hospital establishment;
movements of enemy; lack of engineers; Lord
Howe s letter relative to prisoners; money for
recruiting service. Draft. 3pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison and Richard
Kidder Meade. A. II, 255
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 10 Congress, Philadelphia]. Slowness in recruiting;
hospital service. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 259
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 321.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APH. 10 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
90, 132
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Rank of Commissary
APR. 10 General of Musters and Deputy Mustermaster
General. Broadside. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Apr. 10.
90, 184
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Rank of mustering officers.
APR. 10 Broadside. Printed by Dunlap. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
May 3. 91, 180
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Payment of militia.
APR. 10 Broadside. Printed by Dunlap. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Apr. 10. 90, 110
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 135
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Formation of camp on
APK. 10 west side of the Delaware; appointments of the
commander-in-chief; pay of discharged troops;
defense of the western frontier; appointments.
D. S. of John Hancock. 4 pp. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, Apr.
10. 90, 130
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Election of minor military
APR. 10 officers. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Apr. 16. 90, 144
1777 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
APK. 10 ington [Morristown]. Ordering on of troops;
British designs against Philadelphia; strengthen
ing the army; inoculation of troops. A. L. S.
2 pp. 14, 237
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Election of hospital offi-
APR - 11 cers; provisions in Philadelphia; pay of certain
officers. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, Apr.
16. 90, 144
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
ApR - 12 Congress, Philadelphia. Commission in army to
Chev. [Mauduit] du Plessis. L. S. 1 p. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
C. C. 152, 4, 79
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [a Committee of
APR - 12 Congress, Philadelphia]. Formation of army on
west side of the Delaware; militia and Conti
nentals; removal of stores from Philadelphia.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. A. II, 263
Committee for opposing progress of the enemy: Wilson, Clymer,
R. H. Lee, Clark and J. Adams.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Recruiting service;
ApR - 12 claims against the United States; hospital matters.
D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Apr. 16. 90, 144
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Magazine at Brookfield,
APR - 4 Massachusetts. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Apr. 16. 90, 144
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Investigation of recruit-
ApR - * ing service. Broadside. Printed by Dunlap.
Transmitted to Washington. 94, 289
136 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Investigation of recruit-
APR. 14 ing service; State returns of Continental troops;
exemptions from service; drafts from militia;
recruiting. Broadside. 1 p. Enclosed in Pres
ident of Congress to Washington, 1777, Apr. 16.
90, 138
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Changes in regulations
APR. 14 for government of troops; provisions; complaints
of officers; courts-martial sentences. Broadside.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1777, Apr. 16. 90, 143
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Various military appoint-
APR. 15 ments; designations of regiments. D. S. of John
Hancock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Apr. 16. 90, 144
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 16 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Attempt
on British in Rhode Island; augmenting army.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. Answered Apr. 21*. 90, 140
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Recommending Rhode
Ai K. 16 Island to expel enenry; Massachusetts and Con
necticut s assistance. D. S. of John Hancock.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Apr. 16. 90, 139
1777 Board of War. Invoice of military stores sent to French
APR - 16 Creek from Mar. 25 to Apr. 16. Tabular state
ments. Enclosed in Board of War to Washing
ton, 1777, Apr. 20. 94, 318
[1777] Lee, Richard Henry. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Wash-
[APR. 16?] ington [Morristown]. Troops ordered to Bristol;
intelligence from Europe; British plan of cam
paign; scarcity of iron and remedy. A. L. S.
2 pp. 20, 328
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
ApR - 17 War, Philadelphia]. Commissions to officers [of
the 16 additional Continental regiments]. Draft.
2 pp. Endorsed: "To the Secy at War."
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 267
[1777] Washington, George. List of officers appointed to the 16
[APR. 17] additional Continental regiments. A. D. 1 p.
Enclosed in Washington to the Board of War,
1777, Apr. 17. A. II, 271
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 137
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Establishment of Com-
APR. 17 mittee of Foreign Affairs. D. S. of John Han
cock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Apr. 20. 90, 155
1777 [Albany Committee.] Return of wheat and flour in Albany
APR. 17 County that can be spared for the Continental
service. Statement of quantities at various
places. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of John Lansing, jr. Enclosed in Schuy-
ler to Washington, 1777, Apr. 30. 15, 96
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of]
APR. 18 Congress [Philadelphia]. Inhabitants supplying
enemy with goods; relief of prisoners; designs
of enemy. Draft. 5 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. 11, 273
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) K. Y. 1890. 5, 330.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Inspection of magazines.
APR. 18 D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, Apr. 20.
90, 155
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Deputy Adjutant Gen-
APR. 19 eral of the Northern Department; removal of
provisions, cattle, etc. from reach of the enemy;
minor matters. D. S. of John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Apr. 20. 90, 155
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Tory insurrection in
APR. 19 Maryland. D. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Apr. 20. 90, 153
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 20 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. Unsigned letter. 1 p. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. Answered Apr. 21.*
9C, 151
1777 [Caswell, Richard.] Newbern. [South Carolina]. To
ApR - 20 [Thomas Burke, Philadelphia]. Appointment of
Col. Abraham Shepherd. Extract of letter. 2
pp. In handwriting of George Bond. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
June 13. 90, 221
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of]
APR. 21 Congress [Philadelphia]. Purchase of supplies
138 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
in Jersey; enemy in Rhode Island. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 279
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
ApR - 21 [Morristown]. Recovery of cannon thrown in the
Raritan by British; guns for city defenses;
frigates. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p.
17, 299
1777 [Heath, William.] Boston. To [George Washington, Mor-
APR - 2 1 ristown]. Shipment of arms from Massachusetts.
[Extract of letter.] Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of George Johnston. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
May 3. C. C. 153, 4, 151
1777 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. New York. To George Washing-
APR - 21 ton [MorristownJ. British treatment of prisoners.
- Contemporary cop} . 3 pp. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1777, Apr. 26.
C. C. 152, 4, 113
1777 Continental Congress, Secretary. [Philadelphia.] To
APR. 22 [George] Washington, Morristown. Requesting
originals resolves transmitted. A. L. S. of
Charles Thomson. 1 p. 90, 157
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Forwarding troops; money
APR. 22 for American prisoners; hospital matters; case of
Gov. William Franklin. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Apr. 25. 90, 163
1777 Stephen, Adam. Newark [New Jersey]. To [George]
ApR - 22 Washington [Morristown]. Intelligence of en
emy. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1777, Apr. 23.
C. C. 152, 4, 99
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 23 Congress, Philadelphia]. Thomas Long, British
spy. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. II, 281
1777 Stephen, Adam. Chatham [New Jersey]. To [George]
ApR - 23 Washington, Morristown]. Intelligence of en
emy s reenforcements, movements, etc. A. L. S.
3 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1777, Apr. 23. C. C. 152, 4, 103
COKRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 139
1777 Stephen, Adam. Chatham. To [George] Washington,
APR. 23 Morristown. Intelligence of enemy; state of
their supplies, etc. A. L. S. 3 pp. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1777, Apr. 23. C. C. 152, 4, 107
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Calling out of Pennsyl-
APR- 24 vania militia. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Apr. 25. 90, 163
1777 Continental Congress, President. -Philadelphia. To
APR. 25 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Calling out
of the Pennsylvania militia; personal matters.
L. S. of John Hancock. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. Answered Apr. 26.* 90, 159
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Case of Maj. Elisha
APR. 25 Painter; calling out of Delaware and New Jersey
militia; inspection of hospitals; forwarding
troops. D. S. of John Hancock. 4 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Apr. 25. 90, 167
1777 Board of War. Return of provisions in Continental stores
APR. 25 in Pennsylvania. Tabular statement. 1 p. En
closed in Board of War to Washington, 1777,
Apr. 29. 94, 321
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 26 Congress, Philadelphia]. Relief of American
prisoners; disaffection of inhabitants. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. II, 283
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 26 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Forwarding
troops; calling out militia of Philadelphia, Jersey
and Delaware. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered Apr.
28.* 90, 165
1777 Board of War. Return of ammunition made up at Phila-
APR. 26 delphia. Tabular statement. Enclosed in Board
of War to Washington, 1777, Apr. 29. 94, 318
1777 [Heath, William]. Boston. To [George Washington,
APR- 26 Morristown]. Introducing Col. [Thomas] Con-
way. Extract of letter. 1 p. In handwriting
of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1777, May 9.
C. C. 152, 4, 161
140 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Huntington, Jedediah. Danbury [Connecticut]. To B[rig].
A I>R. 26 G[enj. [Alexander] McDougall [Peekskill, New
York]. Intelligence of enemy; manceuvers.
[Three letters of same date.] Contemporary
copies. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1777, Apr. 30.
C. C. 152, 4, 129
1777 Arnold, Benedict]. West Redding [Connecticut]. To
APR - 27 Brig. Gen. [Alexander] McDougall [Peekskill].
The affair at Danbury. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of John Fitzgerald. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Apr. 30. C. C. 152, 4, 139
1777 Campbell, John. Courtland s Manor [New York]. To
ApR - 27 Brig. Gen. [Alexander] McDougall [Peekskill].
Advance of enemy. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Apr. 30. C. C. 152, 4, 131
1777 Campbell, John. Salem [Westchester county, New York].
APK - 27 To Brig. Gen. [Alexander] McDougall [Peekskill].
Movements of enemy. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Apr. 30. C. C. 152, 4, 133
1777 Field, John. [Danbury? Connecticut] To [Brig.] Gen.
APR - 27 [Alexander] McDougall, Peekskill. March of
enemy from Danbury. Contemporary copy. I p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Apr. 30. C. C. 152, 4, 135
1777 Huntington, Jedediah. Danbury [Connecticut]. To [Brig.]
A P- 27 Gen. [Alexander] McDougall [PeekskillJ. The
situation at Danbury. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Apr. 30. C. C. 152, 4, 137
1777 McDougall, Alexander. Peekskill [New York]. To [George
" Washington, Morristown]. Affair at Danbury;
the situation. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Apr. 28. C. C. 152, 4, 125
WRITING OF STEPHEN MOYLAN.
ipbell, Jol
1777
1777 Huutiiigton, Je<l>"!ia!i. Lhnibnr
Aj K. 27 Geu. !Aif- uidcr I,-. I )OUL-;I !
situation at Danburj . ( ontci;!p>
In handwriting of Richard Kid
. lo.>c <l in \\ a^hin^ion t<>
j<re.ss, 177 , Apr. 3.
I7T7 McDougall, Aloxamler. PeekskilHN.-v V.
^it. 27 Washington, Morn-tns >, |. Alt
tlie situation. Contempot-ary <
handwriting 1 of Tench Tilyhn
Wii^hinM-ton to the President o*
Apr, 28. C
- -
-*~x \
OF THE *
UNIVERSITY
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 141
1777 McDougall, Alexander. Peekskill. To [George Washing-
APR. 27 ton, Morristown]. Fruitless inarch against the
enemy. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 177T,
Apr. 30. C. C. 152, 4, 127
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR- 28 Congress, Philadelphia]. Recruiting service; de
struction of stores at Danbury. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 285
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 5, 345.
1777 Arnold, B[enedict]. Saugatuck [Connecticut]. To [Brig.
APR. 28 Gen. Alexander McDougall, Peekskill]. Skir
mish at Ridgefield. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of George Johnson. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Apr. 30. C. C. 152, 4, 145
1777 Hughes, H[ugh]. "Sawgatouk Bridge" [Connecticut]. To
ApR - 28 [Brig. Gen. Alexander McDougall, Peekskill].
Account of enemy s foray into Connecticut. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1777, Apr. 30.
C. C. 152, 4, 141
1777 Huntington, Jedediah. Danbury. To [Brig. Gen. Alex-
APR. 28 ander McDougall, Peekskill]. Loss of enemy;
wounding of Brig. Gen. [David] Wooster; skir
mishing. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of George Johnston. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1777, Apr. 30.
C. C. 152, 4, 143
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Settlement of recruiting
APR. 29 and paymaster s account. Broadside. Printed
by Dunlap. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1777, Apr. 29-30. 94, 289
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Calling out of Delaware
APR. 29 militia; troops for Ticonderoga; measures for de
fense of the lakes. D. S. of John Hancock. 3
pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1777, Apr. 29-30. 90, 173
1777 Gates, H[o ratio]. [Albany.] To [the President of Con-
APR. 29 gress, Philadelphia]. Reasons why British will
make New York State main object of ensuing
142 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
campaign; importance of posts in the Highlands;
army in the Jerseys; horse for the Hudson.
Contemporary copy. 4: pp. Enclosed in Board
of War to Washington, 1777, May 7. 15, 149
1777 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
A PR - 29 ington [Morristown]. Ironworks in New Jersey;
[Arthur] Lee s report of British plan of cam-
paign. A. L. S. * 1 p. 15, 77
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APE. 29-30 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Defense of
Ticonderoga; transmitting resolves. L. S. of
John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. Answered May 3*. 90, 169
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of]
APR. 30 Congress [Philadelphia]. Enclosing account of
destruction of stores at Danbury. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 289
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Committees on the situ-
APR. 30 ation; removal of provisions; purchase of cattle;
removal of grain from the Hudson; inarch of
reenforcing troops. D. S. of John Hancock.
3 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Apr. 29-30. 90, 175
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Removal of salt beef and
APR. 30 stores from Connecticut; supply of troops under
[Brig.] Gen. [Alexander] McDougall; wheat in
Albany county [New York]; flour magazines in
Ulster county and supply of troops; purchase of
cattle in Eastern States; removal of wheat from
the Hudson; supply of cattle; salt. Contem
porary copy. 4 pp. In handwriting of John
Lansing, jr. In part, duplicate of preceding
resolves. Enclosed in Schuyler to Washington,
1777, Apr. 30. 15, 92
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Report of committee of
APR. 30 conference with the Commissary General on loss
of provisions at Danbury to be sent to Gen.
Washington, the Quartermaster and Commissary
Generals. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of John Lansing, jr. Enclosed in Schuy
ler to Washington, 1777, Apr. 30. 15, 97
The report on which above resolve was based is in C. C. 29, 55, and was
made to Congress Apr. 30. The committee: Duer, Nelson, S. Adams
and Gerry.
COEEESPONDENCE OP GEOEGE WASHINGTON 143
1777 Schuyler,Ph[ilipJohn]. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash -
APK. 30 ington [Morristown]. Transmitting 1 resolves pf
Congress relating- to Quartermaster and Commis
sary General s Departments; with explanations of
reasons for their adoption; wheat and flour in
Albany County [New York]; resignation. L. S.
3 pp. Answered May 3. 15, 90
1777 Board of War. Return of Continental stores at Baltimore
ApR - and in New Hampshire, Rhode Island, North
Carolina and Georgia. Tabular statement. 3 pp.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1777,
Apr. 29. 94, 319
[1777] Anonymous, Intelligence of enemy s preparations. 1 p.
L ApR -] In handwriting of John Fitzgerald. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Apr. 10. C. C. 152, 4, 73
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Detention of Maryland
MAY ! troops. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
May 3. 90, 181
1777 Continental Congress, Secret Committee. Philadelphia. To
MAY 2 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting money for American prisoners. A. L. S. of
Robert Morris, signed also by Richard Henry
Lee, Wm. Whipple and Phil. Livingston. 1 p.
Answered May 5*. 90, 177
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Mustering department
MAY 2 matters. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
May 3. 90, 181
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Duties of muster-masters.
MAY 2 Broadside. Printed by Dun lap. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
May 3. 91, 180.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAY 3 Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of troops
and stores; arrival of Amphitrite; desertions.
Draft. 5 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, May 6. A. 11,291
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 5, 343,
note.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 3 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Army
baker; promotion of [Brig.] Gen. [Benedict]
Arnold. L. S. of John Hancock]. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. 90, 179
144 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Baking for the Army;
MAY 3 John Belton s improved musket; various appoint
ments. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washing-ton, 1777,
May 3. 90, 181
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAY 5 Congress, Philadelphia], Designs against Ticon-
deroga; Howe s bounty to deserters; loss at Dan-
bury. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, May 6.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 5, 350.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Secret Com-
MAY 5 mittee of Congress, Philadelphia]. Money for
American prisoners of war. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 299
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Troops of horse for [Maj.]
MAY 6 Gen. [Horatio] Gates. A. D. S. of Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Transmitted to Washington.
15, U8
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
MAY ^ Morristown. Stores ordered to Springfield
[Mass.]; case of Lt. Col. [George] Etherington.
A. L. S. 1 p. Answered May 10*. 15, 146
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President
MAY 9 of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Introducing Col.
[Thomas] Conway. Draft. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Con
gress, May 12. A. II, 301.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 353, note.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAY 9 Congress, Philadelphia]. Introducing Mottin de
la Balme; rank expected by Frenchmen. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Read in Congress, ~M.ay 14. Referred to the Com
mittee on Foreign Applications. A. II, 303
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 364,
note.
Committee: Lovell, Heyward and Roberdeau.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Investigation of pay mat-
MAv9 ters. D. S. of John Hancock. 2pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
May 10. 90, 187
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAY 10 Congress, Philadelphia]. Movement of troops;
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 145
want of money; recruiting accounts. Draft. 2
pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade
and Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
May 13. A. II, 305
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 354,
note.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
MAY 10 War, Philadelphia]. Defense of passes of the
Hudson river. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. II, 307
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 10 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Investiga
tion of withholding pay from soldiers; return of
army; Delaware and Pennsylvania militia. L. S.
of John Hancock. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Jacob Rush. Answered May 12*. 90, 185
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Certain appointments.
MAY 10 13. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 17TT, May 15.
90, 191
1777 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To George Washington
MAY 10 [Morristown]. Introducing [Charles] Armand
[-Tufin], Marquis de la Rouerie. A. L. S. 2 pp.
15, 155
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAY 11 [Morristown]. Letters to Gov. [William] Liv
ingston and [Maj.] Gen. [Israel] Putnam; strength
of army in Jersey; disbanding militia. A. L. S.
of Richard Peters. Answered May 12*. 15, 154
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of ]
MAY 12 Congress [Philadelphia]. Dishonesty of officers
in withholding pay of soldiers; state of army.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, May 13.
A. II, 309
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 369.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAY 12 Congress, Philadelphia]. [Maj.] Gen. [Benedict]
Arnold s claim to rank. L. S. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 4, 175
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 362.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of]
MAY 12 Congress [Philadelphia]. [Maj.] Gen. [Benedict]
28G32 OG 10
146 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Arnold; charges against his character. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. A. II, 313
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 362.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
M AY 12 War, Philadelphia]. Exchange of certain pris
oners; militia. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. II, 315
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Brigadier appointments;
^ IAY 12 exemption of post-riders and others from military
duties. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, May
15. 90, 191
1777 Lovell, James. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
MAY 12 [Morristown]. [Francois, Marquis de] Malmedy s
rank. A. L. S. 2 pp. 15, 168
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President
MAY 13 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Convict servants
recruited into the Virginia regiments. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. A. II, 317
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Relief of American sym-
MAY 13 pathizers in Nova Scotia; case of [Richard] Camp
bell. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress, 1777, May 15. 90, 191
1777 Rush, B[enjamin]. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
MAY 13 ton [Morristown]. Danger to health of troops in
taking the field early. A. L. S. 2 pp. 15, 172
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Forage-master s depart-
MAY 14 ment; intrenching tools; horses, wagons, etc.
Quartermaster s department; penalty for private
use of public stores. Broadside. 2pp. Printed
by John Dunlap. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, May 15. 90, 200
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Clothing for Virginia
MAY 14 troops. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, May
27. 90, 198
1777 Penet, P[ierre]. Nantes [France]. To George Washington
MAY 14 [Morristown, New Jersey]. Introducing D Avout,
A. L. S. 1 p. (In French). Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1777, July
25. C. C. 152, 4, 421
COKRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 147
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Minor military matters.
MAY 15 D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1T77, May 27.
90, 198
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 15 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Commis
sions for brigadiers. L. S. of John Hancock.
In handwriting of Jacob Rush. 90, 189
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President
MAY 16 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Commission for
[Charles] Armand, [-Tufin, Marquis de la Rou-
erie]; expectations of French officers. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
Read in Congress, May 19. A. II, 319
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 367.
1777 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Philadelphia. To [George]
MAY 18 Washington [Morristown]. Quakers and blank
ets; debate over Schuyler s supplanting Gates in
command in the North. L. S. 1 p. Answered
May 23. 15, 244
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 20 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Introduc
ing Mrs. Graydon of Philadelphia. L. S. of John
Hancock. 1 p. 90, 193
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MA Y 20 [Morristown]. Inclosing resolves respecting the
recruiting service. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
1 p. 95, 322
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of]
MAY 21 Congress [Philadelphia]. Enclosing return of
forces in Jersey; need of secrecy as to state of
the army. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, May 23. Referred
to the Board of War. A. II, 321
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Northern Department
MAY 21 affairs. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress, to Washington, 1777,
May 27. 90, 198
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. [Francois] Louis [Teisse-
MAY 22 d re? Marquis de] Fleuiy. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, May 27. 90, 198
1777 Howe, [Sir] W[illiarn]. New York. To [George Washing-
MAY 22 ton, Morristown]. Exchange of prisoners, ill
148 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
treatment of Lt. Col. [Archibald] Campbell.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1777, May 28.
C. C. 152, 4, 199
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 4, 559.
1777 [Howe, Sir William.] New York. To [George] Washing-
MAY 22 ton [Morristown]. Complaints of Lt. Col. [Archi
bald] Campbell s treatment. [Extract of letter.]
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
William Grayson? Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1777, June 13-15.
C. C. 152, -i, 2U5
1777 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John], Philadelphia. To [George]
MAY 22 Washington [Morristown]. James Fisher, a
tory. L. S. 1 p. Answered May 23. 15, 2S2
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAY 24 Congress, Philadelphia]. Col. [Timotlw] Picker
ing as Adjutant-General; defense of Highlands;
artillery regiment. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison and George
Lewis. Read in Congress, May 27. Referred to
Board of War. A. II, 323
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 386.
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [Charles Thoin-
MAY 24 son, Philadelphia]. Papers respecting establish
ment of a cavalry corps. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. A. II, 327
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Command of the light
MAY 26 horse; pardoning power; chaplains; miscellane
ous matters. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
May 27. 90, 198
1777 Lovell, James. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
MAY 26 [Morristown]. Introducing a German officer
[Maj. Henry Emanuel Lutterloh]; promotion of
[Charles] Armand [-Tufin, Marquis de la Rou-
erie]. A. L. S. 2 pp. Answered June 4.
15, 307
1777 Eoberdeau, Daniel. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
MAY 26 ton [MorristownJ. Personal matters; chaplains
and profanity in the army; recommending certain
clergymen. A. L. S. 4 pp. 15, 303
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 149
[1777] [Sehuyler, Philip John.] [Philadelphia] To [the Presi-
[MAY 26] dent of Congress, Philadelphia.] Raising of
horse in vicinity of Albany. Extract of letter.
1 p. In handwriting of William Churchill Hous
ton. Transmitted to Washington. 90, 201
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 27 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Northern
department; chaplains. L. 8. of John Hancock.
2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered
May 29.* 90, 196
1777 Forman, David. Philadelphia. To the Board of War
MAY 27 [Philadelphia]. Cutting off intercourse with
enemy by way of Sandy Hook. Recent copy.
1 p. Original enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1777, May 30. 15, 316
1777 Walton, George. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
MAY27 ton [Morristown]. Col. [John] White s wish to
recruit outside of Georgia. A. L. S. 2 pp.
15, 312
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of]
MAY 28 Congress [Philadelphia]. Controversy with Howe
over exchange of prisoners. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Read in
Congress, May 29. Referred to the Board of
War. A. II, 329
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N. Y. 1890. 5,394.
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook [New Jersey]. To
MAY 29 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Ap
pointment of chaplains; raising troops of horse.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Read in Congress, May 30. A. II, 331
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Teams exempted from im-
MAY 29 pressment; artillery from Virginia. D. S. of
John Hancock. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, June 5. 90, 204
1777 Franklin, B[enjamin]. Paris. To [George] Washington
MAY 29 [Middlebrook]. Introducing Comte [Casimir]
Pulaski. Contemporary cop}*. 1 p. In hand
writing of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washing
ton to tb.e President of Congress, 1777, Aug. 21.
C. C. 152, 4, 529
1777 [McDougall, Alexander.] Peekskill. To [George Wash-
MAY 29 ington, Middlebrook]. Arrival of reenforcements
for enemy; desertions from Roger s Rangers.
150 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[Extract of a letter.] Contemporary copy. l.p.
In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress 1TT7, May 31. C. C. 152, 4, 217
1777 Sullivan, John. Princeton [New Jersey]. To [George]
MAY 29 Washington [Middlebrook]. Movements of ene
my s ships. [Extract of letter.] Contemporary
cop} . 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, May 31. C. C. 152, 4, 219
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commissions for French-
MAY 30 men. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, June 5.
90, 204
1777 Continental Congress, Committee on Foreign Applications.
MAY3 To [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. En
closing list of French officers arriving \n the
Amphitrlte; [Charles Melchoir Garde dej Mati-
gny s aptitude in English. A. L. S. of James
Lovell, 2 pp. 16, 11
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
MAY 30 Middlebrook. Relief of American prisoners;
[Brig.] Gen. [David] Forman s letter; conduct of
Capt. John Doyle. A. L. S. of Richard Peters,
2 pp. 15, 317
[1777] French Officers. List of those who came over on the
[MAY 30] Amphitrite. 3 pp. (In French.) Enclosed in
Committee on Foreign Applications to Washing
ton, 1777, May 30. 16, 13
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAY 31 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Du Coudray and the
command of the artillery. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, June 2. Referred to the Board of
War. A. II, 333
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N. Y. 1890. 5, 401.
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAY 31 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Intentions of enemy ;
Pennsylvania militia as guard for Philadelphia;
success at Sag Harbor. Draft. 3pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 337
[1777] Anonymous. Intelligence of enemy s designs. 2 pp. In
[MAY] handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
May 31. C. C. 152, 4, 215
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 151
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JUNE 2 of Congress, Philadelphia]. News from the north;
deficiencies in the armies; militia. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read in
Congress, June 5. Referred to the Board of
War. A. II, 343
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Retaliation for treatment
JUNE 2 O f [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee; encouragement of
desertion from British. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, June 5. 90, 204
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To George Walton
JUNE 2 [Philadelphia]. Question of recruiting a regi
ment for Georgia. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 345
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Lt. Gen.
JUNE 2 [Charles, Earl] Cornwallis, Brunswick [New Jer
sey]. Complaint of cruelty displayed in killing
of Lt. [William] Martin. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of William Grayson ? En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, June 13-15. C. C. 152, 4, 269
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 411, note.
1777 Cornwallis, [Charles, Earl]. Brunswick [New Jersey]. To
JUNE 2 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Reply to
charges of cruelty in case of Lt. [William] Martin.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
William Grayson? Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1777, June 13-15.
C. C. 152, 4, 271
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JUNE 3 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Pardon for loyalists.
L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, June 6. Referred
to the Board of War. C. C. 152, 4, 225
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 407.
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [James Lovell,
JUNE 4 Philadelphia]. Qualifications of Maj. [Henry
Emanuel] Lutterloh. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 351
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JUNE 5 of Congress, Philadelphia], Requesting opinion
of Congress on Howe s letter respecting prisoners.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. II, 353
152 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNES [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. [Brig .]
Gen. [Thomas] Mifflin; encouragement of deser
tion from enemy. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered June
6*. 90, 202
1777 Howe, [Sir] Wplliam]. New York. To [George] Wash-
JuNE 5 ington [Middlebrook]. Answer to his letter of
May 22. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
June 5. C. C. 152, 4, 231
1777 Knox, Henry. Middlebrook. To [George] Washington
JUNE 5 [Middlebrook]. Resolution of Congress as to
ranking of French officers in the artillery. Con
temporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Wil
liam Grayson? Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1777, June 5.
C. C. 152, 4, 241
1777 Willis, Enoch. [Middlebrook.] Examination of. Prep-
JuNE 5 arations of enemy for embarkation. 1 p. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
June 8. C. C. 152, 4, 251
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JUNE 6 of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Rank of French
officers in the artillery: intentions of enemy.
Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade and Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, June 9. Referred to Board of War.
A. II, 355
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5,411.
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
War, Philadelphia]. Prisoners and minor mili
tary matters. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. II, 359
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To James Lovell
JUNE 6 [Philadelphia]. Question of seniority of French
officers. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. II, 351
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Robert Morris,
JuNE6 Philadelphia]. Major Apollos Morris. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 301
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 153
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 6 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Exchange
negotiations and miscellaneous matters. L. S. of
John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. Answered June 8.* 90,208
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Negotiations for exchange
JUNE 6 of prisoners; Deputy-judge advocates general;
Commissary general of prisoners. D. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, June 6. 90, 206
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 7 [George] Washington [Smith s Clove, New York],
Transmitting resolves; Maj. Gen. [Horatio]
Gates s letter referred to the Treasury. L. S. of
John Jay. 1 p. Answered June 14.* 93, 201
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Regimental paymasters.
JUNE 7 D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, June 13.
90, 215
1777 Mitchell, William. Middlebrook. Examination of. In-
JUNE 7 formation of enemy s designs. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1777, June 8.
C. C. 152, 4, 249
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
of Congress, Philadelphia], Exchange of prison
ers; chaplains; enemy s movements. Draft. 3
pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, June 9. Referred to Board of
War. A. II, 363
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 418.
1777 [Jackson, Henry]. Boston. To [Brig.] Gen. [Henry]
JuNE 8 Knox [Middlebrook]. Captures of transports by
Continental armed vessels. [Extract of letter.]
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1777, June 20.
C. C. 152, 4, 283
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Arrest of Maj. Apollos
Morris. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, June
13. 90, 215
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. [Maj.] Gen. [Benedict]
JUNE 10 Arnold ordered to Trenton. D. S. of John Han-
154 LIBRAEY OF CONGEESS
cock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, June 13. 90, 215
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Retaliation in treatment
Jt XE 10 of prisoners; Col. Abraham Sheppard; rank of
officers. A. D. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, June 13. 90, 213
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commissaries General of
JUNE 10-11 Purchases, Issues, etc.; duties. Broadside.
Printed by Dunlap. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, June 24. 90, 209
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. New Jersey militia. D. S.
J UNE 11 of John Hancock. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, June 13. 90, 215
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Charles Thom-
JUNE 13 son [Philadelphia]. Plan for establishment of
cavalry. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. A. II, 365
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JUNE 13-15 o f] Congress [Philadelphia]. British outrages;
treatment of prisoners; difficulty with Howe over
an exchange; ownership of horses for cavalry;
designs of enemy against Philadelphia; execution
of Abraham Patton; advance of the enemy;
[Brig.] Gen. [John Philip] De Haas. Draft.
pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade,
Robert Hanson Harrison and Caleb Gibbs. Read
in Congress, June 16. Referred to Board of
War. A. II, 367
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 13 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Retalia
tion in treatment of prisoners; Col. Abraham
Sheppard; fortifications on the Delaware. L. S.
of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Jacob Rush. 90, 211
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JUNE 14 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Advance of enemy.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Referred to the Board of War.
C. C. 152, 4, 273
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
JUNE 14 War, Philadelphia]. Enclosing establishment and
pay of light dragoons. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 371
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 155
1777 [Schuyler, Philip John.] Saratoga [New York]. To
JUNE 15 [George Washington, Middlebrook]. Intelligence
of a prisoner as to British in Canada. Contem
porary copy of all but last paragraph of original
letter. 2 pp. In handwriting of John Fitzger
ald. Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1777, June 20. C. C. 152, 4, 281
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay of Commissary Gen-
JUNE 16 erals. Broadside. Printed by Dunlap. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
June 24. 90, 209
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. [Brig.] Gen. [John Philip]
JUNE 16 De Haas. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, June
20. 90, 224
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
JUNE 16 Middlebrook. Spears, cartridge - boxes, etc. ;
quartermaster of militia horse. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 1 p. 95, 91
1777 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Fort Edward [New York]. To
JUNE 16 [George Washington, Middlebrook]. Expected
attack on Ticonderoga; supplies and reenforce-
ments. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of John Fitzgerald. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1777, June
20. C. C. 152, 4, 282
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Monument to [David]
JUNE 17 Wooster; Col. Abraham Sheppard s command.
D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, June 20.
90, 224
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Lt.] Gen. [Sir
JUNE 18 William] Howe [New York]. British treatment
of prisoners. Contemporary copy. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
June 13-15. C. C. 152, 4, 261
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 423.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Appointments of Com-
JUNEIS missaries and others. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, June 24. 90, 230
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Power of general officer on
JUNE is separate command. D. S. of John Hancock.
156 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing-ton,
1777, June 20. 90, 224
1777 [Houston, William Churchill] Memorandum of appoint-
JUNE is- ments of commissaries and deputies. A. D. 1 p.
Transmitted to Washington. 90, 266
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JuNE 19 [Middlebrook]. Returns of arms and military
stores from Continental agents. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 2 pp. 16, 152
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JUNE 20 of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Puzzling move
ments of the British. Draft. 4 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison and Caleb
Gibbs. Read in Congress, June 23. A. II, 373
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 5, 444.
1777 Washington, George, Middlebrook. To [the Board of
JuNE2 War Philadelphia]. Spears and tin cartridge
cases; quartermasters of troops of horse. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. II, 377
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JuxE2 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Trans
mitting resolves. L. S. of John Hancock. 2
pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered
June 21.* 90, 222
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Formation of an invalid
JuNE 20 corps. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
June 24. 90, 230
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JuxE 21 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Business of the
Commissary Department. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 379
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JUNE 22 o f Congress, Philadelphia]. Retirement of the
British from Brunswick. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, June 24.* A. II, 381
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5,447.
1777 Flower, Benjamin. Philadelphia. To [the Board of W 7 ar,
JuNE 23 Philadelphia]. Design of pike for riflemen;
cartridges cannisters, etc. L. S. 1 p. Trans
mitted to Washington. 16, 154
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 157
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Provision supplies; com-
JuxK 23 missary of prisoners. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, June 24. 90, 230
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[George] Washington [Middlebrook]. British
retreat from Brunswick ; commissary department.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. 90, 228
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Reciprocal provision, ar
rangement with enemy for prisoners; contracts.
D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, June 24.
90, 230
Williamson, Matthew jr. Elizabethtown [New Jersey]. To
[George Washington, Middlebrook]. Intelligence
of enemy. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of John Fitzgerald. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1777, June
25. C. C. 152, 4, 299
1777 Washington, George. Quibbletown [New Jersey]. To
[the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Re
treat and pursuit of the enemy to Arnboy. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, June 26. A. II, 385
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 450.
Washington, George. Quibbletown. To Col. [Baron]
D Arendt [Quibbletown?]. Permission to go to
Philadelphia; treaty with Prussia. L. S. 1 p.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
C. C. 152, 4, 301
1777 St Clair, Arthur. Ticonderoga. [New York]. To Maj.
JuNE25 Gen. [Philip John] Schuyler [Saratoga, New
York]. Enemy at Crown Point; militia; inability
to defend Ticonderoga. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
July 2. C. C. 152, 4, 325
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
of Congress, Philadelphia]. Advance of enemy
and consequent manoevers [skirmish of Short
Hills, New Jersey]. Draft, 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, June 30. A. II, 389
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 452.
158 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
JUNE 28 Quibbletown [Middlebrook]. Disposition of can
non from France. Note of this letter being
found in papers of Lt. [Charles?] Cameron. A.
L. of Richard Peters. 1 p. 17, 137
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JUNE 29 o f Congress, Philadelphia]. Loss of British in
retreat to Ambo} ; object of their movements.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. II, 393
1777 Hicks, William. New York. To [Gov.] William Franklin,
JUNE 29 Litchfield [Connecticut]. Mrs. Franklin s poor
health. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1777, July 25.
C. C. 152, 4, 389
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
JUNE 30 War, Philadelphia], Arrival of artillery in the
Amphitrite; distribution of the guns; irregularity
of system of obtaining supplies. Draft, 4 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. II, 397
[1777] Du Coudray, Philip Charles Jean Baptiste Tronson.
[JUNE] [Philadelphia.] Observations on the fortifications
of the Delaware: Billingsport, and Red Bank.
Contemporary copy. 7 pp. In handwriting of
William Churchill Houston. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, June 13.
90, 217
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JULY 1 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Retreat of British
from Amboy. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
July 3. A. II, 401
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Harrison s artillery; elec-
JULY l tion of Deputy Commissary of Issues, Robert
Hoops and Physician General of Hospital, Mid
dle Department, Dr. Benjamin Rush; arms for
Connecticut. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
July 5. 16, 244
1777 Sullivan, John. Middlebrook. To [the President of Con-
JULY 1 gress, Philadelphia]. Conditional resignation.
Greene, Nathanael. To Congress. Conditional resigna-
nation.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 159
JULY l Knox, Henry. To Congress. Conditional resignation.
A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
July 8 90, 238
1777 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
JULY 2 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Uncertainty of Brit
ish intentions; Howe s junction with Burgoyne;
designs against Philadelphia. Draft. 4 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison and
Richard Kidder Meade. Read in Congress, July
3. A. II, 403
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 461.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Travelling expenses of
JULY 2 Deputy Commissary Generals of Purchases; elec
tion of Dr. William Brown in room of Dr. [Ben
jamin] Rush. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
July 5. 16, 244
1777 Washington, George. Morristown [New Jersey]. To
JULY 5 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Dis
position of troops; enemy s intentions; questions
of pay to certain officers; low state of funds.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
nian. A. II, 407
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 5 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
16, 241
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
J ULY " Congress, Philadelphia]. Preparations for em
barkation of enemy; scarcity of arms; pay of
troops. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Read in Congress, July 8.
A. II, 411
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
JULY 7 War, Philadelphia]. Spears and cartridge canis
ters. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. II, 413
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Impropriety of letters of
JULY 7 Sullivan, Greene and Knox. A. D. S. of Wil
liam Churchill Houston, countersigned by John
Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, July 8. 90, 237
160 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Thanks of Congress for
JULY 7 march of army and battle of Monmouth. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1778, July 8. 91, 227
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
J ULY 8 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Letters of
Sullivan, Greene and Knox to Congress. L. S.
of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Jacob Rush. Answered July 12.* 90, 235
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Defense of the Delaware;
JuLY 8 appointments of Frenchmen; [Maj.] Gen. [Hora
tio] Gates. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson, countersigned by John Han
cock. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1777, July 8. 90, 231
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
JULY 8 Morristown. Want of arms and clothing in
Northern Department; returns and responsibility
of noncommissioned officers; arms at Springfield;
spears and cartridge cannisters; Du Coudray s
letter. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp. An
swered July 12.* 16, 266
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JULY 9 Congress, Philadelphia]. Confusion in the Com
missary of Provisions department. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 115
1777 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Fort Edward [New York]. To
JULY 9 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Retreat of
army; consternation of country; lack of men,
ammunition and supplies; Ticonderoga. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1777, July 12.
C. C. 152, 4, 315
1777 Trumbull, Joseph. Morristown. To [George] Washing-
JULY 9 ton [Morristown]. Difficulties of the Commissary
under Congress new regulations. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of John Fitzgerald.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, July 9. C. C. 152, 1, 335
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of]
JULY 10 Congress [Philadelphia]. Evacuation of Ticon-
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CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 161
deroga; [Maj.] Gen. [Benedict] Arnold to be sent
to the north. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
July 11. A. II, 417
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 5, 472.
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
JULY 10 Morristown. Lack of arms in Armand s corps;
inquiry as to cause. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
1 p. Answered July 16.* 16, 280
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Committee to repair to
JULY 11 headquarters to enquire into state of army, in
vestigate the commissaries and other departments:
Livingston, Gerry and Clymer. A. D. of Gerry.
Transmitted to Washington with Committee to
Washington, 1777, July 16? 90, 239
1777 [Spencer, Joseph.] Providence [Rhode Island]. To [George
JULY 11 Washington, Morristown]. Capture of Maj. Gen.
[ Robert] Prescott. [Extract of letter.] Contem
porary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1777, July 16. C. C. 152, 4, 359
1777 Washington, George. Pompton Plains [New Jersey]. To
JULY 12 [the President of] Congress [Philadelphia].
Evacuation of Ticonderoga; reenforcements and
supplies for [Maj.] Gen. [Philip John] Schuyler;
[Maj.] Gen. [Benedict] Arnold to go to the north;
movement of Continental Army and intentions of
British. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. II, 421
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 475,
note.
1777 Washington, George. Pompton Plains. To [the Board of
JULY 12 War, Philadelphia]. Lack of arms in the north
ern army; want of clothes; distribution of sup
plies under control of one person. Draft. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 425
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Reenforcements for the
JrLY l army. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson, countersigned by John Hancock.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1777, July 14. 90, 242
1777 Washington, George. " Vanaulen 8 miles from Pumpton
Plains." To [the President of] Congress [Phila
delphia]. Movement of army toward the North
28632-
162 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
river. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Julv 10.
A. II, 429
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[George] Washington [en route to Suffern sTavern,
New York], Troops to join the army. L. S. of
John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. 90, 240
1777 Board of War. Return of tents sent from Philadelphia
JuLY 14 since commencement of this campaign. Tabular
statement, contemporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed
in Board of War to Washington, 1780, July 15.
95, 163
1777 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Fort Edward [New York]. To
JuLY 14 [George] Washington [en route to Suffern s].
Situation; confusion and weakness of the army;
want of supplies; removal of stores from Fort
George and retreat of army. Contemporary
copy. 4 pp. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1777, July 18. C. C. 153, 4, 365
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia,] To [George] Washington
JI-LY 15 [Sufl ern s]. Case of Hudson Burr; tents. A.
L. 8. of Richard Peters. 2 pp. Answered
July 28.* 95, 161
1777 Heath, W[illiamj. Boston. To [George] Washington
j L - LY 15 [Suffern s]. Introducing Mons. D Avout; loss of
Northern army in the retreat. L. S. 1 p.
Transmitted to Congress. C. C. 152, 4, 425
1777 Washington, George. Near [Smith s] Clove [New York].
JULY 16 To [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. In
tentions of British; artillery; militia; commis
sary s department. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, July 17.
A. II, 431
1777 Washington, George. At [Smith s] Clove. To [the Presi-
JULY 16 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Capture of
[Brig.] Gen. [Robert] Prescott; movement of
troops. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, July 19.
A. II, 433
1777 Washington, George. "New Jersey" [Smith s Clove].
JULY 16 To [Lt. Gen. Sir] William Howe [New York].
Exchange of Maj. Gen. [Robert] Prescott for
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 163
Maj. Gen. [Charles] Lee. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, July 25. C. C. 152, 4, 391
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 487.
1777 Washington, George. [Smith s] Clove. To [the Board
JULY 16 of War, Philadelphia]. Lack of arms. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of John Fitzgerald.
A. II, 435
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JVLY 16 [Smith s Clove]. Employment of Dupre as
armourer. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. 16, 330
1777 Continental Congress, Committee. [Suffern s Tavern, New
[JULY 16?] York]. To George Washington [Morristown].
Committee to enquire into state of army. A.
D. S. of El bridge Gerry in 3d person. 90, 239
Committee: Livingston, Gerry and Clymer.
1777 Washington, George. At [Smith s] Clove. To [the Presi-
JULY 18 dent of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Condition of
affairs at the North. Draft. 2pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. II, 437
1777 Washington, G[eorge]. At [Smith s] Clove. To [the Com-
JULY 19 mittee of Congress at camp]. Food for the army;
clothes; printing-press at headquarters; geogra
pher. Auto, draft signed. 6 pp. Read in
Congress, July 24. Referred to Board of War.
A. 11,439
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 493.
Committee to repair to camp: Livingston, Gerry and Clymer.
1777 Nixon, John. Kingsborough [New York]. To Maj. Gen.
JULY 21 [Philip John] Schuyler [Fort Edward, New York].
Reports of arrival of British and Indians; fate of
scouting parties. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, July 25. C. C. 152, 4, 395
1777 Washington, George. [Smith s] Clove. To [the President
JULY 22 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Uncertainty as to
movements of the enemy. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress July 24. Referred to Board of War
"who are directed to confer with the executive
powers of Pennsylvania and take immediate and
164 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
effectual measures to carry into execution the
views and wishes of the general." A. II. 445
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1S90. 5, 502.
1777 Franklin, W[illiam]. Litchfield [Connecticut]. To
JuLY22 [George] Washington [Smith s Clove]. Mrs.
Franklin s ill health; requests permission to go
to her. A. L. S. 4 pp. Enclosed in Washing-
ton to the President of Congress, 1777, July 25.
C. C. 152, 4, 385
1777 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Fort Edward [New York]. To
JULY 22 [George] Washington [Smith s Clove]. Evacua
tion of Ticonderoga; weak state of arm}- lack of
everything; Maj. Gen. [Benedict] Arnold and re
inforcements. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of John Fitzgerald. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
July 25. C. C. 152, 4, 393
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
JULY 23 Ramapaugh [New Jersey]. Returns from Maj.
Gen. [Israel] Putnam; resolves respecting invalid
corps. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p.
Answered July 28*. 95, 192
1777 Lovell, James. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
JULY 24 [Ramapaugh]. Case of Du Portail, La Radiere
and Gouvion; engagements of Congress; Du
Coudray s pretensions; foreigners in the service.
A. L. S. 8 pp. 17, 105
1777 Washington, George. Ramapaugh [New Jersey]. To
JULY 25 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Gov.
[William] Franklin s enlargement. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress July 28. A. II, 451
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 5, 6.
1777 Washington, George. Ramapaugh. To the President of
JULY 25 Congress, Philadelphia. Introducing Mons.
D Avout. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. Read in Congress July 31.
Referred to Committee on Foreign Applications.
C. C. 152, 4, 413
1777 Washington, George. Ramapaugh. To [the President of
JULY 25 Congress, Philadelphia]. Uncertainty as to des
tination of the enemy; disposition of troops.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress July 26.
A. II, 447
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 5, 515.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 165
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Approbation of Lt. Cols.
JULY 25 [Return Jonathan] Meigs and [William] Barton;
beer, vegetables, etc., for army; settlement of
accounts; appointment of Robert Erskine. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson,
countersigned by John Hancock. 2 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, July 26. 90, 245
[1777] D Avout, - . [Ramapaugh?] Memorial to Congress
[JULY 25?] applying for a commission in the Continental
Army. A. D. S. in 3 d person. Ip. (In French.)
Enclosed ? in Washington to the President" of
Congress, 1777, July 25. C. C. 152, 4, 423
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JuLY 26 [George] Washington [Ramapaugh]. Swords for
Lt. Cols. [Return Jonathan] Meigs and [William]
Barton. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. 90, 243
1777 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
JrLY 26 [Ramapaugh]. Money for use of Northern Depart
ment. A.L.S.of Richard Peters. 1 p. 17,126
1777 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of ]
JULY 27 Congress [Philadelphia]. Proposed expedition
against St. Johns; question of rank; troops march
ing toward Philadelphia. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress July 28. A. II, 453
1777 Brown, John. Kinderhook [New York]. To [Maj. Gen.
JULY 27 Philip John Schuyler, Saratoga]. Escape of
[the British] express. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Aug. 7. C. C. 152, 4, 451
1777 Washington, George. Flemingtown [New Jersey]. To
JULY 28 [Board of War, Philadelphia]. Accusations
against Hudson Burr; tents for [Maj.] Gen.
[Philip John] Schuyler; returns of [Maj.] Gen.
[Israel] Putnam s force. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. II, 455
1777 Washington, George. Flemingtown [New Jersey]. To
JULY 28 [James Lovell? Philadelphia]. Ordinance
respecting Royal Corps of French Engineers;
166 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Exchange of prisoners. L. S. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
C. C. 152, 4, 405
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Inquiry into evacuation
JULY 29 o f Ticonderoga. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.-
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Aug. 2. 90, 255
1777 Spencer, Joseph. Oneida [New York]. To [Maj.J Gen.
JuLY 29 [Philip John] Schuyler [Saratoga]. Meeting of
Oneida chiefs; need of troops; defense of Fort
Schuyler. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Aug. 7. C. C. 152, 4, 449
Signed by copyist: "Thomas Spencer."
1777 Washington, George. Coryells Ferry [New] Jersey. To
JULY 30 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia].
Moving to defense of Philadelphia. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress July 31. A. II, 459
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Maj. Gen. [Arthur] St.
JULY 30 C\a.ir. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Aug. 2. 90, 255
1777 Washington, George. Coryells Ferry. To the President
JULY 31 of Congress, Philadelphia. March of army to
defense of Philadelphia. L. S. 1 p. In hand
writing of John Fitzgerald. C. C. 152, 4, 429
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Seizure of disaffected in
JL-LY 31 Pennsylvania; guards for prisoners; militia;
naval matters; commission to Marquis de La-
feyette; recruiting measures, etc. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 3 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Aug. 2. 90, 249
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 1 [George] Washington, Chester [Pennsylvania].
News of British fleet. A. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. 90, 251
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Maj. Gen. [Philip John]
AUG. 1 Schuyler and other officers ordered to head-quar
ters. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Aug. 2. 90, 255
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 167
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Establishment of post in
AUG. 1 Georgia. A. D. S. of William Churchill Hous
ton. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1777, Aug. 8. 90, 265
1777 Heath, William. Boston. To [George] Washington
Auu. 1 [Chester]. Destination of enemy s fleet. Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1777, Aug. 9. C. C. 169, 3, 316
1777 Massachusetts, Council. Boston. To [George] Washing-
AUG. 1 ton [Chester]. Appearance of a fleet off the coast.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1777, Aug. 9.
C. C. 152, 4, 463
1777 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Saratoga. To [George] Wash-
AUG. 1 ington [Chester]. Panicky state of troops;
Howe s junction with Burgoyne; departure of
Massachusetts militia; [Maj.] Gen. [Benedict]
Arnold s wish to retire. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1777, Aug. 6. C. C. 152, 4, 447
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 2 [George] Washington, Philadelphia. Transmit
ting resolves. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
Answered Aug 6.* 90, 253
1777 Adams, John and Others. Philadelphia. To [George]
AUG. 2 Washington [Philadelphia]. Recommending
Maj. Gen. [Horatio] Gates to command the
Northern Army. L. S., signed also: Nathl.
Folsom, Saml. Adams, Hy. Marchant, Elbridge
Gerry, Elipht. Dyer and Wm. Williams. 1 p.
In handwriting of Williams. 17, 169
1777 Heath, William. Boston. To [George] Washington [Phil-
AUG. 2 adelphia]. British fleet. Transcript. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1777, Aug. 9. C. C. 169, 3, 315
1777 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Albany. To [George] Washing-
AUG. 2 ton [Philadelphia]. Gates in command; Benning-
ton; Indians. A. L. S. 2 pp. 90, 287
1777 Walton, George. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
AUG. 2 [Philadelphia]. Employment of enlisted deserters
in the South. A. L. S. 2 pp. 17, 165
168 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To [the President of
AuG - 3 Congress, Philadelphia]. Choice of commander
for the Northern Department; reenforcements
of militia. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Aug. 4.
"Ordered to be taken into consideration at 1
o clock." A. II, 401
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 3.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 3 [George] Washington [Philadelphia]. Transmit
ting resolves. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
Answered Aug. 3*. 17, 174
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Command of and militia
AUG. 3 reenforcements for the Northern Army; recall of
brigadiers. A. D. S. of William Churchill Hous
ton, countersigned by John Hancock. 2 pp.
17, 176
1777 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
AUG. 3 [Philadelphia]. Supply of deficiency of arms.
A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp. 17, 170
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Command of the North-
AUG. 4 ern Army. A. D. S. of William Churchill Hous
ton, countersigned by John Hancock. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Aug. 4. 90, 257
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 4 [George] Washington, Philadelphia. Maj. Gen.
[Horatio] Gates to command Northern Army.
L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. 90, 258
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To Benjamin Flower
AUG. 4 [Philadelphia]. Arms placed at Washington s
disposal. Copy by Flower.
Flower, Benjamin. To [Washington, Philadelphia]. Com
missaries to issue arms. A. L. S. 1 p. 95, 223
1777 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To [the Board of
AUG. 5 War, Philadelphia]. Scarcity of arms; need of
an armourer; beer, cider and vinegar for troops.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh
man. A. II, 463
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
AUG. 5 [Philadelphia]. Returns of Commissary General
of arms and stores; repairs. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 1 p. 17, 172
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 169
1777 Walton, George. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
AUG. 5 [Philadelphia]. Recall of Brig. Gen. [Lachlan]
Mclntosh from Georgia. A. L. S. 2 pp.
17, 182
1777 Washington, George. Near Germantown [Schuylkill Falls,
AUG. 6 Pennsylvania]. To [the President of] Congress
[Philadelphia]. Recall of [Maj.] Genls. [Philip
John] Schuyler and [Arthur] St. Clair to head
quarters. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. A. II, 467
1777 Washington, George. [Schuylkill Falls.] To George
AUG. 6 Walton, Philadelphia. Appointment of [Brig.]
Gen. [Lachlan] Mclntosh to a brigade. In hand
writing of John Fitzgerald. Draft. 1 p.
A. II, 469
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Troops for Northern De-
AUG. 6 partment; Commissaries of Issues and Musters.
Contemporary copy, attested by William
Churchill Houston, countersigned by John Han
cock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Aug. 8. 90, 264
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Brig. [Gen. Lachlan]
AUG. 6 Mclntosh ordered to headquarters. A. D. S. of
William Churchill Houston. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Aug. 8.
90, 265
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Resignation of Joseph
AUG. 6 Trumbull. Contemporary copy, attested by
William Churchill Houston, countersigned by
John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Aug. 8. 90, 263
1777 Washington, George. [Schuylkill Falls.] To [the Presi-
AUG. 7 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Unpromising
state of affairs in the North. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 471
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Maj. Gen. [Robert] Pres-
A0G - 7 cott s treatment; exchange of prisoners. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson,
countersigned b} 7 John Hancock. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Aug. 7. 90, 262
1777 Continental Army, Board of General Officers. [Near Ger-
AUG. 7 mantown, Penns3-lvania.J To [George] Washing-
170 LIBRAEY OF CONGRESS
ton [near Germantown]. Resolve of Congress
obliging; officers to draw rations with the men;
o o
disadvantages. A. D. S. of Nath. Greene, Prest.
1 p. Enclosed in Washington to Congress, 1777,
Aug. 9. Miscel.
1777 Purnell, Zadoc. [Worcester County? Maryland] To [the
AUG. 7 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. British
fleet off Sinepuxent [Bay, Maryland]. Contempo
rary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Aug. 10. 90, 269
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. . To
AUG. 8 [George] Washington [Schuylkill Falls]. Trans
mitting resolves. A. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. Answered Aug. 9.* 90, 260
1777 Washington, George. [Schuylkill Falls.] To [the Presi-
AUG. 9 dent of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Exchange of
officers; military matters; [Maj.] Genls. [Philip
John] Schuyler and [Arthur] St. Clair. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Aug. 11. Referred to
Wilson, J. B. Smith and William Smith.
A. II, 473
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 16.
1777 Washington, George. [Schuylkill Falls.] To the Presi-
AUG. 9 dent of Congress, Philadelphia. Enclosing intel
ligence. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. C. C. 152, 4, 445
1777 Burgoyne, J[ohn]. [Battenkill, New York.] Instructions
AUG. 9 for Lt. Col. [Friedrich] Baum. Purposes to be
effected; seizure of horses and cattle. In hand
writing of Caleb Gibbs. Endorsed by Charles
Thomson: "Published by Order of Congress."
Referred to the Comtt. of Intelligence. Contem
porary copy. 4 pp. C. C. 152, 4, 533
Committee: Rush, R. H. Lee and Hopkinson.
1777 Meade, R[ichard] K[idder]. [Schuylkill Falls.] To [the
AUG. 9 Board of War, Philadelphia]. Difficulties con
nected with obtaining horses. Auto, draft signed.
Ip. A. 11,475
[1777] Washington, George. Near Germantown [Neshaminy
[AUG. 10] Camp, Bucks County, Pennsylvania]. To the
President of Congress, Philadelphia. Acknowl
edging receipt of intelligence. L. S. 1 p. In
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 171
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Aug. 11. C. C. 152, 4, 459
Washington s headquarters from Aug. 10 to 23, while the Army was
at Neshaminy Camp, were about half a mile from Cross Roads, later
called Hartsville, on Little Neshaminy Creek, Bucks County. His
letters during this period are indifferently dated: Near Germantown,
Bucks County, Neshaminy and Cross Roads.
1777 Washington, George. [Neshaminy Camp.] To[thePresi-
AUG. 10 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Comparative
advantages of Billingsport and Fort Island as
defenses of the Delaware river. Draft. 5 pp.
In handwriting of Richard KidderMeade. Read
in Congress, Aug. 11. "Referred to the board
of war who are directed to carry the general s
plan into execution with all possible despatch."
A. II, 477
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 17.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 10 [George] Washington [Neshaminy Camp], Brit
ish fleet off Sinepuxent [Bay, Maryland]. L. S. of
John Hancock. 1 p. Answered Aug. 10.* 90,267
1777 Jones, Joseph. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
AUG. n [Neshaminy Camp]. Capt. [James] Monroe s
efforts to recruit in Virginia. A. L. S. 2 pp.
17, 206
1777 Washington, George. [Neshaminy Camp.] To [the Presi-
AUG. 12 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. The Jersey
militia. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Aug. 13.
Referred to the Board of War. A. II, 483
1777 Clinton, George. New Windsor [New York]. To [George]
AUG. 13 Washington [Neshaminy Camp]. Situation in the
north; New York militia; promises but no troops
from New England. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of John Fitzgerald. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Aug. 16. C. C. 152, 4, 497
1777 Washington, George. Neshaminy Camp. To [Silas] Deane
AUG - 13 [Paris]. French officers coming to America.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. A. II, 485
1777 Washington, George. [Neshaminy Camp.] To [the Presi-
AUG. 15 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Construction
of chevaux-de-frize to protect Fort Island.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Ham
ilton. Read in Congress, Aug. 16. A. II, 487
172 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Nelson, Thomas. York [Virginia]. To [Col. Benjamin
AUG. 15 Harrison, Philadelphia]. Appearance of British
fleet at the Capes. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Aug. 21. 17, 257
1777 Washington, George. Neshaminy Camp. To [the Presi
AuG - 16 dent of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Exorbitant
price of supplies; establishment of tanneries and
distilleries for the army; guards for stores at
Carlisle; horses and pay of cavalry officers.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison and Caleb Gibbs. Read in Congress,
Aug. 18. A. II, 489
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Riflemen to be sent to
AUG. 16 Northward. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson, countersigned by John Han
cock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1777, Aug. 17. 90, 272
1777 D Avout, - . Derby [Connecticut]. To James Lovell,
AUG. 16 Philadelphia. His application for commission in
the Continental Army. A. L. S. 2 pp. (In
French.) C. C. 152, 4, 417
1777 Washington, George. Neshaminy Camp. To [the Presi-
AUG. 17 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Van Cort-
landt s, Livingston s and Morgan s corps ordered
to Schuyler s relief. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Con
gress, Aug. 18. Referred to Committee on
Western Frontier and Northern Department.
A. II, 493
Committee: Duer, Lee, Wilson, J. Adams and Chase.
[1777] Washington, George. Neshaminy Camp. To [the Presi-
[Auo. 17] dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Horses and
servants for Col. [Louis Le Begue] Duportail.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Ham
ilton. Read in Congress, Aug. 18. A. II, 495
1777 Washington, George. Neshaminy Camp. To the Mary-
AUG. 17 l an d delegates in Congress, Philadelphia. Arrest
of Lt. [James] McNair by State authorities for
enlisting men. Draft. 2pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. II, 499
1777 Washington, George. [Neshaminy Camp.] To [Benjamin
AUG. 17 Franklin, Passy]. Mons. de Cenis and expecta-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 173
tions of French officers. Draft. 2pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. A. II, 501
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 36.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Are - 17 [George] Washington [Neshaminy Camp]. Rifle
men for the northward; defense of the Delaware.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. Answered Aug. 18.* 90, 270
17T7 Wilkinson, James. [Albany.] General return of troops
AUG. 17 under command of Maj. Gen. [Philip John]
Schuyler at Forts near Half Moon. Tabular
statement. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Richard Varick. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Aug. 24.
90, 290
1777 Washington, George. Neshaminy Camp. To [the Presi-
AUG. 18 dent of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Col. [Daniel]
Morgan ordered to reenforce the northern army.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. II, 503
1777 Washington, George. " Neshamony Bridge)" To [Benja-
AUG. 19 niin Harrison, Philadelphia]. Marquis de La
fayette s commission. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. A. II, 505
Printed: Writings o Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 39.
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
AuG - 19 Neshaminy. Unmounted men from North Caro
lina. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. 17,287
1777 Greene, Nathanael. [Neshaminy Camp.] To Gen. [George]
AuG - 19 Washington. [Neshaminy Camp.] Proceedings
of a board of General Officers, on settlement of
rank of Pennsylvania field officers. D. S. 2 pp.
In handwriting of John Fitzgerald. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Nov. 10. C. C. 152, 5, 177
1777 Lincoln, B[enjamin], Bennington [Vermont]. To Maj.
ApR - 19. Gen. [Philip John] Schuyler [Albany] The situ
ation. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of John Lansing, jr. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, Aug. 24.
90, 289
1777 Maryland, Delegates to Continental Congress. Philadel-
AUG - 19 phia. To [George Washington, Neshaminy].
Arrest of Lt. [James] McNair in Maryland.
174 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
A. L. S. of William Paca, signed also by Samuel
Chase. 1 p. 17, 289
1777 Washington, George. [Neshaminy camp.] To the Presi-
ACG. 20 dent of Congress, Philadelphia. Forwarding
packet from [Maj.] Gen. [Philip John] Schuyler.
L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Read in Congress, Aug. 20. C. C. 152, 4, 505
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. New Jersey militia to gar-
AUG. 20 rison forts on the Hudson. A. L. S. of Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Aug. 21. 17, 259
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Call for New Jersey mili-
AUG. 20 tia. A. D.S. of Charles Thomson. Ip. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, Aug.
21. 17, 259
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. New Jersey militia to gar-
AUG. 20 rison the Highlands. A. D. S. of Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Aug. 21. 17, 259
1777 Gates, Horatio. Van Schaaks Island [New York]. To [the
AUG. 20 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. The situa
tion; Bennington. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In hand writing of John Lansing, jr. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, Aug.
24. 90, 291
1777 Harrison, Benjamin. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
AUG. 20 ington, Neshaminy]. Lafayette s commission and
the general understanding of Congress regarding
same; Howe, Burgoyne and Gates. A. L. S.
2 pp. 17, 295
1777 Newcomb, Silas. Woodbury [New Jersey]. To [George]
AUG. 20 Washington [Neshaminy Camp]. Requesting per
mission to march his detachment home. A. L. S.
1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1777, Aug. 21. C. C. 152, 4, 513
1777 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Albany. To [George] Wash-
AUG. 20 ington [Neshaminy Camp]. [Maj.] Gen. [Hora
tio] Gates in command; the situation. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of John
Fitzgerald. Enclosed in Washingt&n to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1777, Aug. 25.
C. C. 152, 4, 551
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 175
1777 Washington, George. [Neshaminy Camp.] To the Presi-
AUG. 21 dent of Congress, Philadelphia. Introducing
Comte [Casimir] Pulaski. L. S. 1 p. In hand
writing of John Fitzgerald. Read in Congress,
Aug. 28. Referred to Committee on Foreign
Applications. C. C. 152, 4, 531
1777 Washington, George. Neshaminy. To [the President of
A - UG - 21 Congress, Philadelphia], Discharge of the Jersey
militia. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Read in Congress Aug. 22. Referred
to Board of War. A. II, 511
1777 Washington, George. Neshaminy. To [the President of
AUG. 21 Congress, Philadelphia.] Intentions of British;
danger to Charleston. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Caleb Gibbs. Read in Congress,
Aug. 22. A. II, 513
1777 Washington, George. Neshaminy Camp. To [the Pre-
AUG. 21 sident of Congress, Philadelphia]. Intentions of
enemy; deliberations of a council of war.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade and Robert Hanson Harrison. A. II, 50.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford), N. Y. 1890. 6,45.
1777 Washington, George. Neshaminy. To John Page [Vir-
AUG. 21 ginia]. Militia; intentions of the enemy. Draft,
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. II, 515
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[George] Washington [Neshaminy]. Appoint
ment of George Ewing, commissary of hides; gar
risoning forts on the Hudson with Jersey militia;
intelligence from Virginia. L. S. of John Han
cock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
17, 260
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Aug. 21 [George] Washington [Neshaminy Camp]. Com
missary of hides; letters from the north; New
York militia. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
17, 260
1777 Continental Congress. Resolve. March of army toward
AUG. 21 the Hudson. D. S. of John Hancock. 1. p. En
closed in President of Congress, 1777, Aug. 22.
90, 275
176 LIBKARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
AUG. 21 [Neshaminy]. Recovery of British cannon thrown
into the Ilaritan; guns for defenses at Red Bank
and Billing-sport; frigates. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 1 p. 17, 299
1777 Continental Army. Council of War. Neshaminy Camp.
AUG. 21 Destination of enemy; movement of Continental
army. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1777, Aug.
21. C. C. 152, 4, 525
1777 Bordley, Wfilliam]. [Maryland.] To [ William Paca, Phila-
AUG. 21 delphia]. British fleet in the Chesapeake. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of, and
attested by Charles Thomson. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Aug. 22.
90, 279
1777 Washington, George. [Neshaminy Camp.] To [the Presi-
AUG. 22 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Enemy in the
Chesapeake; movement of troops. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read
in Congress, Aug. 23. A. II, 517
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 49.
1777 Washington, George. [Neshaminy Camp.] To [the Board
AUG. 22 of War, Philadelphia], Disposition of cannon;
difficulty with the Carolinians and Col. [George]
Baylor s regiment. Draft. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 519
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 22 [George] Washington [Neshaminy Camp], Mili
tary matters; British fleet; victory [at Benning-
ton]. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Jacob Rush. 90, 273
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 22 [George] Washington [Neshaminy Camp]. British
in the Chesapeake; removal of stores and prison
ers. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. Answered
Aug. 22.* 90, 277
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. British in the Chesapeake;
AUG. 22 movement of army. A. D. S. of Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington 1777, Aug. 22. 90, 276
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Calling out militia from
AUG. 22 Maryland, Delaware, Virginia and Pennsylvania;
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 177
removal of boats, stock, etc. A. D. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Aug. 23. 90, 283
1777 Washington, George. Neshaminy. To [the President of
Au( , 23 Congress, Philadelphia]. March of the arm} to
oppose the British. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Con
gress, Aug. 23. Referred to the Board of War.
A. II, 521
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 50.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To George
AUG. 23 Washington, Neshaminy Camp. Strengthening
the army. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. 90, 281.
777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Repudiating intention of
AUG 23 limiting Gen. Washington s power as Commander-
in-Chief of all land forces. A. D. S. of John
Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Aug. 23. 17, 312
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG 24 [George] Washington [Philadelphia], Letters
from the north; report of success at Staten
Island. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. 90, 286
1777 Hollingsworth, H[enry]. Head of Elk [Maryland]. To
AUG. 24 l^he President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Force
of enemy in the Chesapeake. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Aug. 24. 90, 292
1777 Washington, George. Wilmington [Delaware]. To [the
AUG. 25 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Prepara
tions to oppose the enemy. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. A. II, 523
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 51.
1777 Washington, George. Chester [Pennsylvania]. To [the
AUG. 25 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. News from
the north; preparations to oppose British; Bur-
goyne s instructions. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Aug. 25. A. II, 525
1777 Chase, Samuel. Philadelphia. To [George Washington, Wil-
AUG. 25 mington]. Information respecting probable seat
of next campaign [Maryland]; names of persons
who can furnish data. A. L. S. 4 pp. 17, 319
28632 06 12
178 LIBRAKY OF CONGRESS
1777 Hollingsworth, H[enry]. Head of Elk [Maryland]. To
[AUG. 25] Brig. Gen. [John] McKinley. Landing of the
British at Head of Elk. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of John Fitzgerald.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Aug. 25. C. 0. 152, 4, 541
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Cannon; lead from houses;
AUG. 26 seizure of disaffected; seizure of arms. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Aug. 27. 90, 298
1777 Washington, George. Wilmington. To [the President
AUG. 27 of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Reconnoissance of
enemy. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 29.
A. II, 527
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 53.
1777 Washington, George. Wilmington. To Samuel Chase
AUG. 27 [Philadelphia]. Militia and disaffected in Mary
land; engineer for Baltimore. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman and Timothy
Pickering, jr. ? A. II, 529
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 27 [George] Washington [Wilmington]. Seizure of
disaffected. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. 90, 297
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Enquiry into the evac-
AUG. 27 ^ nation of Ticonderoga. A. D. S. of William
Churchill Houston, countersigned by John Han
cock. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Sep. 1. 90, 302
1777 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To George Washington
Auc " 27 [Wilmington]. Introducing Capt. des Epinieres.
A. L. S. 1 p. 17, 325
1 777
Washington, George. Wilmington. To [the President of
Congress, Philadelphia]. Employment of Comte
[Casimir] Pulaski. Draft. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Alexander Hamilton. Referred to Board
of War. A. II, 531
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 56, note.
1777
Continental Congress, Resolve. Committee to conduct
AUG. ^8 . ,
enquiry into evacuation or liconderoga: Lau
rens, R. H. Lee and J. Adams. A. D. S. of
William Churchill Houston, countersigned by
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 179
John Hancock. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Sep. 1. . 90, 302
1777 White, Robert. Wilmington. To [the President of Con-
Auo. 28 gress, Philadelphia]. Difference between estab
lished ration and the one drawn. A. L. S. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1777,
Sep. 6. 17, 334
1777 Washington, George. Wilmington. To [the President
AUG. 29 of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Movements of
enemy; request for commissions from [Maj.]
Gen. [Horatio] Gates. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman and Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress Aug. 30.
A. II, 533
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 58,
note.
1777 Washington, George. Wilmington. To [the President
AUG. 30 O f] Congress [Philadelphia]. The military situ
ation. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress Sep. 1.
A. II, 537
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,56.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Repair of arms. A. D. S.
AuG - 30 of William Churchill Houston, countersigned by
John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Sep. 1. 91, 1
1777 Anonymous. Camp near Wilmington. To - ? [Phila-
AUG. 30 delphia]. Complaintof manner of serving rations
to the Virginia Line; officers difficulties; effect
on reenlistments. Contemporary cop} T . -i pp.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1777,
Sep. 5. 18, 16
Above letter was written by a Colonel of the Virginia Line to a
Virginia delegate in Congress. Both writer s and recipient s name
are carefully omitted from this copy, which is in the handwriting of
Jos. Nourse.
1777 Rush, Benjamin. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
AuG - 30 ton [Wilmington]. Requesting permission for
Capt. [John] Macpherson to go to New York on
parole. A. L. S. 2 pp. 18, 7
1777 Alexander, Francis. New Castle County [Delaware].
AUG. 31 Deposition respecting outrages of British. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1777, Sep. 1.
C. C. 152, 5, 21
180 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Hopkins, David [Head of Elk]. To [George Washington,
[Arc,. 31] Wilmington, Delaware]. Movements of enemy.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
John Fitzgerald. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress 1777, Sep. 1.
C. C. 152, 4, 23
[1777J Board of War, Report. Settlement of rank in aimy. D. S.
[AUG.] of John Hancock. 6pp. Transmitted to Wash
ington. 90, 293
1777 Washington, George. Wilmington. To [the President of
SEP. 1 Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of the
enemy; militia. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Sep. 2. A. HI, 1
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 58.
1777 Washington, George. Wilmington. To [the President of]
SEP. 1 Congress [Philadelphia]. News from the north
[of the battle of Bennington]. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress Sep. 2. A. Ill, 3
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 1 [George] Washington [Wilmington]. Evacuation
of Ticonderoga; repair of firearms; relief of Fort
Schuyler. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered Sep. 1.*
90, 300
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Court of inquiry on failure
SEP. 1 of Sullivan s expedition against Staten Island.
A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned by
John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Sep. 3. 90, 309
1777 Continental Congress, Committee of Intelligence. Phila-
SEP. 2 delphia. To [George] Washington [Wilmington].
Transmitting printed handbills for distribution
through the army. A. L. S. of Richard Henry
Lee, signed also by William Heyward, Jonathan
D. Sergeant, and William Duer. 1 p. Answered
Sep. 3.* 90, 304
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Col. [William] Richard-
SEP. 2 >son s battalion. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson,
countersigned by John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Sep. 3. 90, 308
WRITING OF CALEB GIBBS.
Dry ft.
peton agans
lr; Thomson, c<
1 \>. Knclc..--i
hington, 1777. ^
mit.!ee of fnte
l>uer.
1777 Coi L -^oko. (*i. Mi
SKp.a so,, i \. D. S. of I harlo:
(N-Hj!;i- -hn Hancock. 1 V
, !>r, .-. *tfps S to Wa^hii
/ x/ -/.-V.A,- 7 /. .*<**.- *" ..X^~r- < SSL^ / . .<<.; :-. ;.,
<^.^^^< ^e ^ <* " ^ > ^ . ^
? >
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 181
1777 Washington, George. Wilmington. To [the President of
SEP. 3 Congress, Philadelphia]. Skirmish with the
enemy [Iron Hill, Delaware]. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress Sep. 4:. A. Ill, 5
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 64.
1777 Washington, George. Wilmington. To [Committee of
SEP. 3 Intelligence of Congress, Philadelphia], Hand
bills of success in the north [Bennington]. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. Ill, 7
Printed in part: Writingsof Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 6,65,note.
Committee: Rush, R. H. Lee, and Hopkinson.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP- 3 [George] Washington [Wilmington]. Transmit
ting resolves; Sullivan s failure against Staten
Island. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. 90, 306
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Resignation of certain
SEP. 4 officers; Pennsylvania and New Jersey militia.
A. D. S. of William Churchill Houston. Coun
tersigned by John Hancock. 2 pp. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, Sep.
6. 90, 313
1777 Washington, George. Wilmington. To [the President of
SEP. 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of enemy
and their loss [at Iron Hill]. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, Sep. 6. A. Ill, 9
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
SEP. 5 Wilmington. Peculations of bacon and meat by
commissaries and sutlers. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 1 p. 18, 18
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 6 [George] Washington [Wilmington]. Pennsyl
vania and Maryland militia; [Maj.] Gen. [Phile
mon] Dickinson. L. S. of John Hancock. 2pp.
In handwriting or Jacob Rush. Answered Sep.
7 * by Harrison. 90, 311
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Clothing for army.
S EP - 6 Broadside, 1 p. Printed by Dunlap. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Sep. 6. 90, 310
182 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
SEP. 6 Wilmington. Size of ration. A. L. S. of Rich
ard Peters. 1 p. 17, 335
1777 Continental Congress, Committee. To [George] Washing-
SEP. 6 ton [Wilmington]. Representation of regimental
officers on inconvenience of method of drawing-
rations; proposed resolve. A. L. S. of E[lbridge]
Gerry, signed also, Richard Henry Lee and
Nathl. Folsom. 1 p. Answered Sep. 10. 18, 48
Above committee to consider regulations for issuing rations to regi
mental officers appointed Sep. 4.
[1777] Continental Congress, Committee. Regulation of Commis-
[SEP. 6] sary Department respecting provision issues;
proposed resolve of Congress on issues to officers.
A. D. of Elbridge Gerry. Enclosed in Commit
tee to Washington, 1777, Sep. 6. 18, 47
Above preamble and resolve adopted verbatim, Sep. 11.
1777 Harrison, Robert H[anson]. Newport [Delaware]. To
SEP. 7 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. The
Jersey militia; intelligence of the enemy. Auto,
draft signed. 1 p. Read in Congress, Sep. 8.
A. Ill, 11
1777 Livingston, William. Philadelphia. To [the President of
SEP - 7 Congress, Philadelphia]. Call for Continental
troops to protect the eastern shore of New Jersey.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1777, Sep. 9. 91, 2
1777 Du Coudray, [Philip Charles etc.] Philadelphia. To the
SEP - 7 President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Disputing
march of British on Philadelphia; fortified camp
and other military advice. L. S. 8 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Sep. 9. 91, 3
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Employment of French
SEP - 8 officers; Baron de Kalb and others. A. D. S.
of Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Sep. 9.
91,7
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Movement of troops at
SEP. 8 North River; du Coudray s letter. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson, countersigned by John Han
cock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1777, Sep. 9. 91, 8
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 183
1777 Washington, George. Six miles from Wilmington. To
SEP. 9 [the President of J Congress [Philadelphia]. Ad
vance of the enemy. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Con
gress, Sep. 10. A. Ill, 13
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 6, 67.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 9 [George] Washington [near Wilmington]. Brit
ish on Staten Island; establishment of camp be
tween Wilmington and Philadelphia. L. S. of
John -Hancock. 2pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. 90, 3U
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Correspondence with head-
S EP - 9 quarters and establishment of expresses. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1777, Sep. 9. 91, 10
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Correspondence with Con-
SEP. 9 gress. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1777, Sep. 9. 18, 70
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia]. To [George] Washington
SEP. 9 [near Wilmington]. Correspondence between
the Commander in chief and Congress. A. L. S.
of Richard Peters. 1 p. 18, 69
1777 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
SEP - 9 [near Wilmington]. ^ Providing for expresses.
A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. 18, 69
1777 [Washington, George.] Chadd s Ford [Pennsylvania]. To
SEP. 10 [the President of Congress Philadelphia]. De-
* tachment from [Maj.] Gen. [Israel] Putnam; use-
lessness of constructing w T orks; manoevering of
enemy. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of, and
signed "R. H. H." by Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Sep. 11. A. Ill, 15
1777 Washington, George. Chadd s Ford. To [the Board of
SEP. 10 War, Philadelphia]. Complaint of partiality
shown by Commissary of Provisions; question as
to ration. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. II, 17
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 10 [George] Washington [Chadd s Ford]. Trans
mitting resolves. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
91, 9
184 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Harrison, Rob[ert] H[anson]. Chadd s Ford. To the
SEP. 10 President of Congress, Philadelphia. Position of
the enemy. A. L. 8. 1 p. Read in Congress,
Sep. 11. C. C. 152, 4, 41
1777 Washington, George. Chester [Pennsylvania]. To [the
SEP. 11 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Account
of the battle [of Brand} T wine], Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Timothy Pickering, jr. Read in
Congress, Sep. 12. "Published by order of
Congress. Chas Thomson Secy." A. Ill, 23
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford). N. Y. 1890. 6,69.
1777 Harrison, Robert Hfanson]. Chadd s Ford. To [the Presi-
SEP. 11 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Advance of the
enemy. Auto, draft signed. 1 p. A. Ill, 19
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford). N. Y. 1890. 6, 67, note.
1777 Harrison, Rjpbert] H[anson]. Chadd s Ford. To [the
SEP. 11 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Account
of the battle [of Brandy wine]. Auto, draft
signed. 2 pp. Read in Congress Sep. 12.
" Published by order of Congress Chas Thomson
Secy." A. Ill, 21
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 68, note.
1777 British Army. State of and return of killed and wounded
SEP. 11 at Brandy wine. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Oct. 5. C. C. 152, 4, 87
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To George
SEP. 12 Washington [Germantown]. Result of battle of
Brandywine. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
18, 90
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 12 [George] Washington [En rout6 to Philadelphia].
Spirits of Army. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
In handwriting of Jacob Rush. 18, 90
1777 Washington, George. [Schuylkill Falls.] To [the Presi-
SEP. 13 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Construction
of redoubts; conduct of [Brig.] Gen. [Prud-
homme] de Borre. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of John Fitzgerald? Read in Congress Sep. 14.
A. Ill, 25
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y, 1890. 6, 71.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 13 [George] Washington [Schuylkill Falls]. Con
duct of Brig. Gen. [Prudhomme de] Borre.
L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. Answered Sep.
13.* 91, 12
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 185
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Defenses of the Delaware.
SEP. 13 _ President. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing
ton [Schuylkill Falls]. Transmitting above
resolve. 1 p. Resolve an A. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. Letter an A. L. S. of John Hancock.
Answered Sep. 13.* 91, 13
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Inquiry into conduct of
SEP- 13 Brig. Gen. [Prudhomme] de Borre. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson, countersigned by John Han
cock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1777, Sep. 13. 91, 11
1777 Dickinson, Philemon. Trenton [New Jersey]. To [the
SEP. 13 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Advance
of British at Elizabethtown. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Sep. 16. 91, 17
1777 Washington, George. [Schuylkill Falls.] To [the Presi-
SEP - 14 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Enclosing let-
ters respecting movements of troops. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. Ill, 27
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 14 George Washington [Schuylkill Falls]. Letter
from [Maj.] Gen. [Philemon] Dickinson. A. L. S.
of John Hancock. 1 p. 91, 15
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. M [George] Washington [Schuylkill Falls]. Re
ceipt of letters; transmission of resolves. A.L. S.
of John Hancock. 1 p. Answered Sep. 15.*
91, 20
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Recall of [Maj.] Gen.
SEP - !4 [John] Sullivan from army. A. D. S. of Charles
Thomson, countersigned by John Hancock. 1 p.
91, 19
1777 [Dickinson, Philemon.] Trenton. To Col. [Brig. Gen.
SEP - 14 John] Cadwallader [Pennsylvania?] Situation
in New Jersey; loyalists; militia; force of
enemy. Contemporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Sep. 16. 91, 32
1777 Jones, Joseph. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
SEP - 14 [Schuylkill Falls]. Purchase of phaeton. A. L. S.
18, 110
186 LIBKAEY OF CONGRESS
1777 Lincoln, B[enjamin]. Pawlet [Vermont]. To Maj. Gen.
SEP. 14 [Horatio] Gates [Bemus Heights, New York].
Plans against British on Lake George, Mt. Inde
pendence, Ticonderoga and elsewhere. Contem
porary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Sep. 30. 91, 56
1777 Washington, George. [Bucks Tavern, Pennsylvania.] To
SEP. 15 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Recall
of [Maj.] Gen. [John] Sullivan; withdrawal of
general officers from the army; supplies. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Sep. 16. A. III., 29
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 72.
1777 Continental Congess, Resolves. Commissions for Du Cou-
SEP. 15 dray and companions; Pulaski s appointment;
and those of Frederick de Bedaulx and Baron
de Kalb. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson, counter
signed by John Hancock. 2 pp. 91, 29
1777 Chase, Samuel. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
SKP. 15 [Buck s Tavern]. Col. [Mordecai] Gist and the
Maryland militia at Christiana Bridge; reenforce-
ments; British at Wilmington. A. L. S. 3 pp.
18, 123
1777 Gates, Horatio. Bemus Heights [New York]. To [Maj.]
SEP. 15 Gen. [Benjamin] Lincoln [Pawlet, Vermont].
Movements of enemy. Contemporary copy. En
closed in .President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Sep. 30. 91, 53
J.777 Washington, George. Camp between Warren and White
SEP - 16 Horse taverns. To the President of Congress,
Philadelphia. Preparations to meet the enemy;
lack of arms and ammunition. L. S. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Sep. 16. C. C. 152, 4, 65
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP - 16 [George] Washington [Near Whitehorse Tavern],
[Maj.] Gen. [Philemon] Dickinson s letter; trans
mitting resolves. A. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. Answered Sep. 17.* 91, 31
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 16 [George] Washington [Near Whitehorse Tavern].
Transmitting resolves; Pulaski s commission.
L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. In handwriting of
Jacob Rush. Answered Sep. 17.* 91, 27
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 187
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Removal of provisions
SEP. 16 from Philadelphia. D. S. of John Hancock.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Sep. 17. 91, 38
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Recall of [Maj.] Gen.
SEP. 16 [John] Sullivan from arm}-. D. S. of John
Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Sep. 16. 91, 30
1777 Dickinson, Philemon. Trenton. To Gov. [William] Liv-
SEP. 16 ingston, Haddonfield [New Jersey]. Advance of
British into Jersey; militia. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1777, Sep. 17. 91, 22
1777 Washington, George. Yellow Springs [Pennsylvania].
SEP - 17 To [the President of Congress, Philadelphia].
Maneuvers of the troops. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read in
Congress, Sep. 18. A. Ill, 33
1777 Washington, George. [Yellow Springs.] To Joseph
SEP. 17 Jones [Philadelphia]. Use of phaeton. Con
temporary copy. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison written on back of Jones to
Washington, 1777, Sep. 14. 18, 110
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 17 [George] Washington [Yellow Springs]. Enclos
ing letters. A. L. S. 1 p. Answered Sep.
18.* 91, 26
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 17 [George] Washington [Yellow Springs]. Dele
gating power to Washington; provisions and
blankets; Virginia militia; death of du Coudray.
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. 91, 35
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Conferring extraordi-
SEP. 17 nary powers on Washington; seizure of provi
sions. D. S. of John Hancock. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Sep. 17. 91, 38
1777 Gates, H[oratio]. Bemus Heights. To Gov. [Jonathan]
SEP. 17 Trumbull [Lebanon]. Calling for re-enforce
ments. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Sep. 30. Same letter sent to committees of
Albany, Bennington, Berkshire, etc. 91, 55
188 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Lincoln. Benjamin. Pawlct [Vermont]. To Maj. Gen.
SEP. 17 [Horatio] Gates [Bemus Heights]. March of his
army.
SEP. 17 Gates, Horatio. To Lincoln. Cooperation of forces.
Contemporary copies. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Sep. 30. 91, 53
1777 Livingston, William. Haddonfield [New Jersey]. To
SEP. 17 the President of Congress, Philadelphia. Militia;
advance of British. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Sep. 17. 91, 23
1777 Pennsylvania, Supreme Executive Council. Philadelphia.
SEP. 17 To the President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Re
solves of Congress respecting provisions and seiz
ure of blankets. Contemporary copy. -1 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Sep. 17. 91, 39
1777 Washington, George. Reading Furnace [Pennsylvania].
SEP. 18 To [the President of] Congress [Philadelphia].
Manoevers of troops and enemy; removal of sup
plies from Trenton. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 35
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 0, 77,
note.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 18 [George] Washington [Warwick Furnace]. For
warding letters; intelligence of enemy. L. S. of
John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. 91, 41
1777 Brown, John. North end of Lake George [New York].
SEP. 18 To [Maj.] Gen. [Benjamin] Lincoln [Castletown,
Vermont?]. Defeat of British; capture of Mt.
Defiance; the situation. Contemporary copy.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Sep. 30. 91, 51
1777 Dickinson, Philemon. Near Brunswick [New Jersey]. To
SEP. 18 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Incur
sion of British from New York; militia. Con
temporary copy. Initialed by Hancock. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Sep. 18. 91, 43
1777 Washington, George. Parker s Ford [Pennsylvania]. To
SEP. 19 [Henry Laurens, Lancaster? Pennsylvania]. Ma-
nosvers ; damage to ammunition from rain. Draft.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 189
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri-
rison. Endorsed "To Congress." A. Ill, 37
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 6, 75.
1777 Gates, Horatio. Bemus Heights [New York]. To [Maj.]
SEP. 19 Gen. [Benjamin] Lincoln [Castletown, Vermont?].
Ordering him to Stillwater. Contemporary copy.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Sep. 30. 91, 51
1777 Lincoln, B[enjamin]. Castletown [Vermont ?]. [Maj.]
SEP. 20 Gen. [Horatio] Gates [Bemus Heights, New York].
The military situation in the North. Contempo
rary copy. 2pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Sep. 30. 91, 50
1777 Carroll, Charles "of Carrollton." Potts Grove, [Pennsyl-
SEP.22 vania]. To [George] Washington [Potts Grove].
Impress of teams for removal of stores. A. L. S.
1 p. 18, 160
1777 Chase, Samuel. Potts Grove. To [George] Washington
SEP. 22 [Potts Grove]. Tory concealment of stores. A.
L. S. 1 p. 18, 161
1777 Gates, Horatio. Bemus Heights [New York]. To [the
SEP 22 President of Congress, Philadelphia.] Account of
battle of Bemus Heights. Contemporary cop} r .
2 pp. In handwriting of John Hancock. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Sep. 30. 91, 48
1777 Washington, George. Near Potts Grove [Pennsylvania].
SEP. 23 To [the President] " or any member of Congress,
Lancaster" [Pennsylvania]. Manrevers of the
armies; want of shoes and arms; Virginia mili
tia. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghmau. Read in Congress Sep. 27.
A. Ill, 41
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 6,80.
1777 Nicholas, Samuel. Lebanon, Connecticut. To [the Beard
SEP. 24 of War, Philadelphia]. Forwarding of arms
from Boston; supplies at Springfield. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard
Peters. Enclosed in Board of War to Washing
ton, 1777, Oct. 1. 18, 192
1777 Gerry, Eflbridge]. Lancaster. To [George Washington,
SEP. 25 Potts Grove]. Collection of fire-arms, blankets
and shoes. A. L. S. 1 p. Answered Sep. 27*.
18, 163
190 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[1777J Washington, George. [Pottsgrove, Pennsylvania.] To
[SEP. 26] Elbridge Gerry [Lancaster]. Want of arms for
the Virginia militia; need of shoes and blankets.
Movements of enemy. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 45
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,88,
note.
1777 Continental Congress, President. Lancaster. To [George]
SEP. 26 Washington [Penn} 7 backer s mills, Pennsylvania].
Commodore [John] Hazelwood and Capt. [Charles]
Alexander. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
18, 169
1777 Washington, George. Pennybacker s mills [Pennsylvania].
SEP. 27 To E[lbridge] Gerry [Lancaster]. Collection of
arms for militia; shoes and blankets for the
army. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. Ill, 47
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 79,
note.
1777 Carroll, Charles, "of Carrollton." Lancaster. To [George]
SEP. 27 Washington [Pennybacker s mills]. Tin cartridge
boxes; certain officers addicted to liquor; pun
ishment of quartermaster and commissaries. A.
L. S. 1 p. 18, 170
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Seizure of supplies for the
SEP. 27 Army. A. D. S. of John Hancock. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Sep. 30. 91, 47
1777 Washington, George. Pennybacker s mills. To [the Board
SEP. 28 of War, Lancaster]. The need of militia reen-
forcements. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. A. Ill, 51
1777 Washington, George. Pennybacker s mills. To [the Pres-
EP> 29 ident of Congress, Lancaster]. Minor military
movements. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Caleb Gibbs. A. Ill, 49
1777 Peters, Richard. Lancaster. To [Lt.] Col. Tench Tilgh
man [Pennybacker s mills]. Scarcity of arms at
Springfield; confusion of accounts of stores.
A. L. S. 1 p. 18, 172
1777 Putnam, Israel. Peekskill. To the President [of Con-
S EP - 29 gress, York, Pennsylvania], Cannon; movement
of British at New York; weak state of Peekskill
garrison. Contemporary copy. 3pp. Partly in
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 191
handwriting of Jacob Rush. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington 1777, Oct. 7.
91, 59
1777 Continental Congress, President. York, Pennsylvania. To
[George] Washington [Skippack, Pennsylvania].
Convening of Congress; news from the north
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. 91, 45
1777 Jones, Joseph. York. To [George Washington, Skip-
pack]. Condition of phaeton; clothing for mili
tia; seizure of necessaries from disaffected, sub
sisting army. A. L. S. 3 pp. 18, 178
[1777j Anonymous. [New York.] Memorandum of British force
in New York; British, Hessians, number of ships;
general officers names. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Sep. 16. 91, 34
1777 Board of War. York [Pennsylvania]. To [George] Wash
ington [Skippack]. Reenforcements; march of
militia; blankets and shoes; scarcity of arms;
fitting out of recruits, militia. A. L. S. of Rich
ard Peters. 3 pp. Answered Oct. 7.* 18, 181
l 1 ^ 9 Board of War. York. To [George] Washington [near
Skippack]. Recruits of Virginia and Maryland
need of clothing. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
1 p. Answered Oct. 7.* 18, 190
1777 Washington, George. Camp. 20 miles from Philadelphia
CT - 3 [Worcester]. To [the President of Congress,
York, Pennsylvania]. News from the north;
shoes, blankets etc. for the army; capture of the
Delaware. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Oct. 6. A. Ill, 53
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 6, 91.
1777 Washington, George. [Near Penny backer s mills.] General
CT - 4 Orders for the attack at Germantown. Contem
porary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Timothy
Pickering, jr. ? Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1777, Oct. 5.
1777 C. C. 152, 5, 85
OCT. 4 Continental Congress, Resolve. Commission of Chevalier
Du Buysson. A. D. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Oct. 7.
91,83
192 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Deputy commissaries gen-
OCT. 4 eral of purchases and issues, assistants, purchases
etc; Baron de Kalb s commission; various mili
tary appointments; resolutions of thanks for
Bennington and other enterprises; barracks for
prisoners. D. S. of John Hancock. 7 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Oct. 7. 91, 61
1777 Washington, George. Near Pennybackers mills. To [the
OCT. 5 President of Congress, York]. Account of the
battle of Germantown. Draft. 3 pp. lh hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison and Alex
ander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Oct 8.
A. Ill, 55
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,93.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. [Maj.] Gen. [Israel] Put-
OCT. 6 nam s letter; reenforcements; commissaries power
of seizure. D. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington
1777, Oct. 7. 91, 65
1777 Mifflin, Jonathan. Trenton [New Jersey] To Col. [Clem-
OCT. 6 ent] Biddle. [Near Pauling s mills, Pennsylvania].
British feeling regarding the battle of German-
town ; conditions in Philadelphia. Contemporary
copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Oct. 7. C. C. 152, 5, 93
1777 Washington, George. Near Pennybacker s mills. To [the
CT - 7 President of Congress, York], Loss of the enemy
at Germantown; water defense of Philadelphia;
want of brigadiers. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison and Alex
ander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Oct. 13.
Referred to the Board of War. A. Ill, 59
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 98.
1777 Washington, George. Near Pauling s mills [Pennsylvania].
CT - 7 To [the Board of War, York]. Want of blankets,
clothing and shoes for the army; arms in use in
Connecticut. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
of Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 63
Paulings Mill was the former name of Pennybacker s mills.
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
OCT. 7 Washington [Pennybacker s mills]. Transmit
ting resolves; the Highlands; rumors of battle of
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 193
Germantown. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Jacob Rush. Answered Oct.
10.* 91, 57
1777 Board of War. York. To [George] Washington [near
OCT. 7 Pennybacker s mills]. Capt. Thomas Rowland s
invention; pay of certain French officers. A. L. S.
of Richard Peters. 1 p. Answered Oct. 15. En
dorsed by Tilghman: " Capt. Rowland s invention
not useful." 18, 233
1777 Washington, George. Pennybacker s mills. To [the Presi-
OCT. 8 dent of] Congress [York]. Need of artillerymen;
Col. [Charles] Harrison s regiment. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Re
ferred to the Board of War. A. Ill, 65
1777 Continental Army, General Court Martial. Williamsburg
O CT - 8 [Virginia]. Trial of Godfrey Roberts, John More,
and George Isden. D. S. : Ed. Carrington Prest.
Auto. -signed note on findings as above by Col.
David Mason. 3 pp. Transmitted to Washing
ton. 91, 75
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Thanks to Washington
OCT. 8 and army for actions at Germantown. D. S. of
John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Oct. 9. 91, 68
1777 Burgoyne, J[ohn]. [Freeman s Farm, New York], To
OCT. 8 M[aj]. Gen. [Horatio] Gates [Freeman s]. Com
mending the British sick and wounded to his
care. Contemporary cop}^. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, Oct.
17. 91, 87
1777 Duche", Jacob. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
CT - 8 [Pennybacker s mills, Pennsylvania]. Hopeless
ness of the present; rescinding Declaration of
Independence; Washington s influence for peace.
A. L. S. 13 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1777, Oct. 16.
C. C. 152, 5, 127
See: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 116, note.
This letter was enclosed in Duche s Washington, Oct. 13.
9
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Ocr - 9 Washington [Towamencin, Pennsylvania]. Pun
ishment of persons assisting enemy. L. 8. of
John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob
Rush. 91, 66
2863206 13
194 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
OCT. 9 Washington [Towamencin]. Thanks of Congress
for behavior at Germtmtown. L. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
91, 67
1777 Burgoyne, J[ohn]. [Saratoga, New York]. To M[aj]. Gen.
CT - 9 [Horatio] Gates [Wilbur s Basin]. Introducing
Lad} r Harriet Ackland. Contemporary copy.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1777, Oct. 17. 91, 89
1777 Washington, George. 26 miles from Philadelphia [Towa-
CT - 10 mencin]. To [the President of Congress, York].
Quarters for the troops; enemy s feint against
the Highlands; militia; cannonade by enemy;
want of shoes, blankets; scarcity of money.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Referred to Board of War. "Acted
upon." A. Ill, 67
17 7 7 Continental Congress, Resolve. Promotion of Capt. Silas
Talbot. D. S. of Charles Thomson, countersigned
by John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, Oct. 12. 91, 80
1777 Hazelwood, John. Fort Island [Schuylkill River]. To
[George Washington, Towamencin]. Assistance
to officer sent from camp; demand of enemy;
defense of the post. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
Jn handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Oct. 13. C. C. 152, 5, 109
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. British treatment of pris
oners; resignation of La Balme. A. D. S. of
John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Oct. 12. 91, 81
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Hides; impress of teams
for commissaiT of hides; returns of work, busi
ness of the department. D. S. of Charles Thom
son, countersigned by John Hancock. 3 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, Oct. 12. 91, 78
1777 Bradford, William and John Hazelwood. Fort Mifflin
O CT - n [Pennsylvania]. To [George Washington, Towa
mencin]. Capture of a British redoubt; defense
of Fort Mifflin. Contemporary copy. 2pp. In
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 195
handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1777, Oct. 13.
C. C. 152, 5, 111
1777 [Mason, David. Williamsburgh, Virginia.] To [the Pres
ident of Congress, York]. Case of John More.
[Extract of letter.] Contemporary copy. 1 p.
Transmitted to Washington. 91, 69
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
O CT - 12 Washington [Towamencin]. British treatment
of prisoners. L. S. of John Hancock. 2pp. In
handwriting of Jacob Rush. 91, 77
1777 Gates, Horatio. [Saratoga, New York]. To Lt. Gen.
OCT - 12 [John] Burgoyne [Saratoga]. Lady [Harriet]
Ackland; treatment of British wounded; burning
of houses by British. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Oct. 17. 91, 92
1777 Gates, Horatio. Saratoga [New York]. To [the President
OCT. 12 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Account of battle of
Freeman s Farm and retreat of Burgoyne. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, Oct. 17. 91, 90
1777 Sullivan, John. Towamencin. Court of Inquiry on con-
CT - 12 duct in expedition against Staten Island in
August. D. S. : Stirling. Henry Knox. Alex:
McDougall. Oliver Spencer. T. Clark. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Oct. 13. C. C. 152, 5, 113
1777 Washington, George. [Towamencin.] To [the President
CT - 13 of Congress, York]. Attack on Fort Mifflin;
capture of Fort Montgomery and evacuation of
Peekskill; wants of the army; cartouche boxes;
enlistments and drafts; court of inquiry on [Maj.]
Gen. [John] Sullivan. Draft. 4 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Oct. 16. Referred to the Board of
War. A. Ill, 71
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Money for army; French
O CT - 13 officers; shoes, stockings, etc. for army. D. S.
of John Hancock. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, Oct. 14. 91, 84
1777 Continental Army, Towamencin. Return of clothing want-
OCT. 13 ing in the several brigades. Tabular statement.
A. D. S. of T[imothy] Pickering, jr. 2 pp. En-
196 LIBKAEY OF CONGRESS
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Oct. 13. C. C. 152, 5, 117
1777 Duchd, Jacob. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
[Towamencin], Forwarding his thoughts on
present conditions. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Oct. 16. C. C. 152, 5, 123
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
OCT. 14 Washington [Towamencin]. Intercourse with
enemy; transmitting resolves. L. 8. of John
Hancock. 1 p. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
91,82
1777 Washington, George. Peter Wentz s [Worcester, Penn-
OCT. 16 sylvania]. To [the President of Congress, York].
British treatment of prisoners; successes of the
northern army; [Jacob] Duche s letter. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Oct. 20. A. Ill, 75
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 114.
1777 Washington, George. [Worcester.] To [the Board of
OCT. 16 War, York]. Requesting blank commissions.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. Ill, 77
1777 Washington, George. "Metuchen Hill, Philadelphia."
,0cr. 17 [Worcester.] To Richard Henry Lee [York].
Promotion of Brig. Gen. [Thomas] Conway; his
ability; difficulties; clothing. Transcript.
P. I, 41
Printed- Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 120.
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
OCT. 17 Washington [Worcester]. Retirement from
Congress; escort for protection on journey to
Boston. A. L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp.
Answered Oct. 22.* 19, 11
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
OCT. 17 Washington [Worcester, Pennsylvania]. Trans
mitting resolves; victory in the north [Saratoga].
L. S. of John Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Jacob Rush. Answered Oct. 21.* 91, 85
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Management of the Post-
OCT. 17 office. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1777, Oct. 17. 91,72
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 197
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Approval of Commodore
OCT. 17 [John] Hazelwood s defense of Philadelphia. A.
D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1777, Oct.
17. 91, 94
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Completion of state bat-
OCT. 17 talions; reward for deserters; recruiting service.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son, countersigned by John Hancock. 3 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Oct. 17. 91, 96
1777 Washington, George. [Worcester.] To [the President of
OCT. 18 Congress, York]. Sending intelligence [of the
surrender of Burgoyne]. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 80
1777 Board of War. [York]. To George Washington [Wor-
OCT. 18 cester]. Scarcity of lead ; sources of supply ;
seizure of blankets, etc. from the disaffected; car
touche boxes. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp.
19, 13
[1777] Board of War. Abstract of arms and accoutrements is-
[Ocr. 18] sued from Apr. 1 to Aug. 1; estimate of lead on
hand, Aug. 11; estimate of powder on hand,
Aug. 11. Tabular statement. D. S. of Richard
Peters. 3 pp. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1777, Oct. 18. 91, 15
1777 Gates, Horatio. Saratoga. To [the President of Con-
OCT. 18 gress [York]. Transmitting articles of Saratoga
Convention; recommending [Lt.] Col. [James]
Wilkinson. Contemporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed
in Charles Thomson to Washington, 1777, Oct. 31.
19,99
1777 [Gates, Horatio.] Albany. To Maj. Gen. John Vaughan
OCT. 19 [near Kingston]. Ravages of his army. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Charles Thomson. Enclosed in Thomson to
Washington, 1777, Oct. 31. 19, 100
1777 Saratoga Convention. Articles agreed upon between Gates
OCT. 19 and Burgoyne. Contemporary copy. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Charles Thomson. Enclosed in
Thomson to Washington, 1777, Oct. 31. 19, 96
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Artillerymen from Mary-
OCT. 20 land; court of inquiry on [Maj.] Gen. [John]
198 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Sullivan; promotions and appointments. A. D. S.
of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1777, Oct. 25. 91, 73
1777 [Gates, Horatio.] Albany. To [the President of Con-
OCT. 20 gress,York]. Letter to Maj. Gen. [John] Vaughan;
recommending Dr. John Potts. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. Enclosed in Charles Thomson to
Washington, 1777, Oct. 31. 91, 101
1777 Lee, Rich ird Henry. York. To [George Washington,
O CT - 20 Worcester]. [Thomas] Conway and a Maj. Gen
eralship; new Board of War and proposed mem
bership; Conway for Adjutant-general; his retire
ment. A. L. S. 3 pp. 18, 21
1777 Washington, George. Near White Marsh [Pennsylvania].
CT - 21 To [the President of Congress, York]. Filling
the battalions; deserters; movements of enemy;
cannonade of Fort Mifflin. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Head
in Congress, Oct. 24. A. Ill, 81
1777 Washington, George. Whitpain [Pennsylvania]. To [the
OCT. 22 President of Congress, York]. His retirement
from Congress. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton. A. Ill, 83
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 132.
1777 Washington, George. [Whitpain.] To [the Board of
OCT. 22 War, York]. Supplies for the army; lead at
Boston; cartouche boxes; general returns of the
army. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. Ill, 85
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 134,
note.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Case of John More; com-
OCT. 22 missary of issues; army ration. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1771, Oct. 25. 91, 7-4
1777 Ballard, Robert. Red Bank [Fort Mercer, New Jersey].
OCT. 23 To [George] Washington [Whitpain]. Enemy s
attack on Fort Mifflin. Contemporary copy. 2
pp. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1777, Oct. 21. C. C. 152, 5, 155
1777 Hazelwood, John. Red Bank [New Jersey]. To George
OCT. 23 Washington [Whitpain]. Naval action off Fort
Mifflin. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand-
CORKESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 199
writing of George Lewis. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1777, Oct. 24.
C. C. 152, 5, 151
1777 Ward, Samuel. Red Bank [New Jersey]. To [George]
OCT. 23 Washington [Whitpain]. Repulse of British at
Red Bank; losses; bravery of Mauduit Du Pies-
sis. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1777, Oct. 23.
C. C. 152, 5, 153
1777 Washington, George. [Whitpain.] To [the President of
OCT. 24 Congress, York]. British repulse at Red Bank
[Fort Mercer]; want of shoes and blankets.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Han
son Harrison. Read in Congress, Oct. 27.
A. Ill, 87
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 136.
1777 Board of War. [York.] To George Washington [Whit-
OCT. 24 pain]. Lead, salt petre, etc. at Boston; cartouche
boxes; minor matters. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 1 p. Answered Nov. 3.* 19, 38
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
OCT. 25 Washington [Whitpain]. Transmitting resolves;
commissions; news from north. L. S. of John
Hancock. 2 pp. In handwriting of Jacob Rush.
91, 70
1777 Navy Board, Bordentown [New Jersey]. To [George]
OCT. 25 Washington [Whitpain]. Action at Red Bank;
want of ammunition. A. L. S. of Francis Hop-
kinson, signed also by John Wharton. 2 pp.
19, 61
1777 Hancock, John. York. To [George] Washington [Whit-
OOT. 25 pain]. Journey to Boston; escort of horse. L. S.
1 p. In handwriting of Jacob Rush. 19, 54
1777 Continental Congress, Secretary. York. To [George]
OCT. 31 Washington [Whitpain]. Transmitting letters
from [Maj.] Gen. [Horatio] Gates. A. L. S. of
Charles Thomson. 1 p. 19, 95
[1777] [Shippen, William, jr.] [Whitpain.] To [George Wash-
[OCT. ?] ington, Whitpain]. Plan for establishment of
the hospital department. Contemporary copy.
3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1777, Oct. 24? C. C. 152, 5, 157
200 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To the President of
Nov. l Congress [York]. The military situation; La
fayette; militia. Draft. 8 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Nov. 6. Referred to Board of War.
A. Ill, 89
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 156.
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To [the President
Nov. 2 of Congress, York]. His retirement from Con
gress. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 97
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To [the Board of
Nov - 3 War, York]. Cartouche boxes; Col. [Louis Le
Begue] Duportail s rank. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 99
1777 Washington, George. [Whitemarsh.] To [Lt. Gen. Sir]
Nov. 4 William Howe [Philadelphia]. Exchange of
prisoners. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of John Laurens. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1777, Nov. -i.
C. C. 152, 5, 207
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 172.
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Nov. 4 Washington [Whitemarsh]. Transmitting re
solves. Letterbook copy. C. C. 13, I, 2
1777 Continental Congress, Report of Marine Committee on
Nov. 4 frigates in the Delaware and order of Congress
thereon. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1777, Nov. 5. 91, 100
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Monument to Brig. Gen.
Nov - 4 Francis Nash; resolutions of thanks to com
manding officers at Saratoga, Red Bank, Fort
Mifflin and of the naval force in the Delaware.
A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington 1777,
Nov. 5. 91, 102
1777 Board of War. [York.] To George Washington, White-
Nov - 4 marsh. Question of passport for Joseph Simons
and Bernard Gratz. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
1 p. 95, 317
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Nov. 5 Washington [Whitemarsh]. Transmitting sun-
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COKEESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 201
dry resolves, letters, and documents. A. L. S. of
Henry Laurens. 2 pp. Answered Nov. 10.*
91,98
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Recapture of forts in the
Nov. 5 Highlands; directions to [Maj]. Gen. [Horatio]
Gates, militia; aid from New York state.
A. S. D. of Charles Thomson. 3 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1777,
Nov. 5. 91, 103
1777 Howe, [Sir.] W[illiam]. Philadelphia. To George Wash -
Nov. 5 ington [Whitemarsh]. Exchange of prisoners;
complaints. Contemporary cop} 7 . 3 pp. In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Nov. 10. C. C. 152, 5, 209
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Nov. 7 Washington [Whitemarsh]. Forwarding resolves.
A. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered
Nov. 10.* 91, 106
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Resignation of Maj. Gen.
Nov. 7 [Thomas] Mifflin; election of board of war. A. D.
S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1777, Nov. 7.
91, 105
1777 Board of War. [York.] To [George] Washington, White-
Nov. 7 marsh. Seizure of blankets and shoes from dis
affected. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. Ip. 19,166
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To [the President of
Nov. 8 Congress, York]. Movements of enemy; sup
port of Fort Mifflin; lack of money; salt provi
sions. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Read in Congress, Nov. 12. Referred
to Board of Treasury. A. Ill, 101
1777 Dickinson, Philemon. Whitemarsh. [Pennsylvania].
Nov. 8 To [George] Washington [Whitemarsh]. Sailing
of fleet from New York; militia. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1777, Nov. 8.
C. C. 152, 5, 185
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To the President of
Nov. 10. Congress [York]. Sinking of the frigates; mili
tary matters, rank etc.; foreign engineer officers;
202 LIBEAKY OF CONGRESS
money. Draft. 2pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Nov. 1*2.
A. Ill, 103
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, ISO.
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To [the President of
Nov. 11 Congress, York]. Want of clothes and blankets;
movements of the enemy; militia. Draft. 3pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Nov. 1-i. A. Ill, 107
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. (>, 184.
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To the Board of War
Nov - n [York]. Practice of substitutes; arms for militia;
clothing for the army. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. 111,111
1777 Board of War. [York.] To [George Washington, White-
Jsov - 12 marsh]. Col. Benjamin Flower s claim to a com
mission. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p.
32, m
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Nov. 13 Washington [Whitemarsh]. Difficulty of Treas
ury as to money; appointment to chair of Con
gress; approval of Washington s course respecting
the frigates; commissions for Pennsylvania offices;
methods of transacting business in Congress;
resolves enclosed; comment; clothing; French
officers. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 15
1777 Washington, George. [Whitemarsh.] To [Lt. Gen. Sir]
Nov. 14 William Howe [Philadelphia]. Exchange of offi
cers; charges of cruelty. Contemporary copy.
3 pp. In handwriting of John Laurens. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1777,
Nov. 23. C.C. 152,5,213
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 193.
1777 Cloyd, Joseph, and William Dewees, jr. Philadelphia
Nov. 15 count} 7 . Depositions of their treatment while
prisoners of the British. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1777, Nov. 23. C. C. 152, 5, 217
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To [the President of
Nov. 17 Congress, York]. Evacuation of Fort Mifflin;
want of clothing; delay of troops from the north.
Draft. 6 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. Read in Congress, Nov. 21. Referred to
the Board of War. A. Ill, 113
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,200.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 203
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. [York.] To Rich-
Xov. IS ard Henry Lee. The Adjutant Generalship; can
didates and their qualifications; the Quartermas
ter General vacancy; salt provision. Transcript.
P. 1, 49
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 6, 207.
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
^ v - 19 Washington, Whitemarsh. Transmitting re
solves; John Brown s claim as messenger from
Sir William and Lord [Richard] Howe. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 13, I, 33
1777 Lee, Richard Henry. York. To [George] Washington
Nov - 20 [Whitemarsh]. [Brig.] Gen. [Thomas] Mifflin
and the Board of War; the Adjutant Generalship;
Mifflin s plan for the Quartermaster s Depart
ment; British faith and the Saratoga Convention;
feeling in Pennsylvania and Delaware; taxation;
change in Commissary Department; news from
Europe. A. L. S. 6 pp. 20, 6
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To [the President
Xov. 23 of Congress, York]. Devices of enemy to deceive
the people; loss of Red Bank; movements of
enemy; militia. Draft, -i pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Nov. 27. A. Ill, 121
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 214.
1777 Washington, George. [Whitemarsh.] To [Lt.] Gen. [Sir
Sov. 23 William] Howe [Philadelphia]. Retaliation for
treatment of American prisoners. Contempo
rary cop} . 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1777, Nov. 23.
C. C. 152, 5, 221
1777 Washington, George. [Whitemarsh.] To [the President
Xov - - 6 of Congress, York]. Foreign intelligence; La-
fa} ette s command; Convention troops; exchange
of prisoners. Draft, -i pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Dec. 1. A. Ill, 125
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 6, 222.
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Washington. Whitemarsh. Transmitting re
solves; Lt. Col. [Francois Louis Teisseidre, Mar
quis de] Fleury s brevet. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, I, 40
204 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To [the Board of
Nov. 27 War, York]. Lack of clothing; inattention to
general orders; reforms in the arm}-. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. Ill, 129
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Nov. 28 Washington, Whitemarsh. Delay in reports
from Boards of War and Treasury; transmitting
resolves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 36
1777 Navy Board. Bordentown [New Jersey]. To [George]
Nov. 28 Washington [Whitemarsh]. Disposition of the
sunken frigates. A. L. S. of Francis Hopkinson,
signed also by John Wharton. 2 pp. 20, 85.
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Nov. 30 Washington, Whitemarsh. Transmitting re
solves and other papers. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, I, 49
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To [the President
DEC. 1 of Congress, York]. Want of cloathing; uneasi
ness caused by promotions. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Dec. 4. Referred to R. H. Lee,
Duer, Dana, Duane and Harvie. A. Ill, 131
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 229.
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
DEC. 1 Washington, Whitemarsh. Port of embarkation
of the Convention troops; Lafayette s command
of a division; report of arrival of stores from
France. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 52
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To Maj. Gen.
DEC. 2 [Israel] Putnam .[Fishkill, New York]. Fortify
ing the Hudson. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Mar. 17. C. C. 152, 5, 397
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,231.
1777 Continental Congress, Resolves. Secret enterprise against
DEC. 3 British at St Johns and elsewhere on Lake Cham-
plain. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In hand
writing of John Lansing, jr. Enclosed in John
Stark to Washington 1778, July 31, which letter
is not included in this calendar. 25, 114
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
DEC. 8 Washington, Whitemarsh. Transmitting re-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 205
solve; [Lt.] Gen. [Sir William] Howe s answer
to Washington s letter. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, I, 58
1777 Washington, George. Whitemarsh. To [the President of
DEC. 10 Congress, York]. Skirmishes with enemy at
Whitemarsh, Chestnut Hill and other places.
Draft. 3pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Dec. 13. A. 111,133
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 237.
1777 Continental Congress, Committee of conference with Gen.
DEC. 10 Washington. Whitemarsh. To George Wash
ington [Whiteraarsh]. Measures to be recom
mended to Congress for increasing efficiency of
the army. A. L. S. of Robert Morris, signed
also by Elbridge Gerry and Joseph Jones. 2 pp.
91, 110
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
DEC. 12 Washington, Whitemarsh. Transmitting re
solve. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 59
1777 Washington, George. Gulf Creek [Pennsylvania]. To
DEC. 14 [the Board of War, York], Seizure of clothing;
minor military matters; loss of arms by deserters.
Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. A. Ill, 137
1777 Washington, George. "Near the Gulph." To [the Presi-
DEC. 14 dent of Congress, York]. Movement of the
army; Burgoyne and the Convention; supplies
and exercise of military authoritj 7 . Draft. 4
pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. Ill, Ul
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 242.
1777 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference with Gen.
DEC. 16 Washington. Report to Congress; attempt on
Philadelphia; militia and reenforcements for
army. Contemporary copy. 1 p. .In hand
writing of Joseph Jones. Enclosed in Commit
tee to Washington, 1777, Dec. 10. Report con
sidered in Congress, Dec. 18 and 19. 91, 108
Committee consisted of R. Morris, Gerry and Jones.
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
D EC . 17 Washington, Gulf [mill, Pennsylvania]. [Lt.]
Gen. [John] Burgoy ne s letter. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, 1, 61
206 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1777 Navy Board. Bordentown [New Jersey]. To [George]
DEC. 17 Washington [Gulf mill]. Progress of an experi
ment. A. L. 8. of Francis Hopkinson, signed
also by John Wharton. 1 p. 20, 171
1777 Continental Congress, Resolve. Supply of provisions for
DEC. 19 British prisoners. Broadside. With auto, note
of Robert Hanson Harrison of names of Amer
ican officers confined in goal. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, Apr. 18.
C. C. 152, 5, -171
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
DEC - 20 Washington, Gulf [mill]. Transmitting resolves
and other papers; [Gov.] William Tiyon s cruel
ties. C. C. 13, I, 63
1777 Washington, George. Valley Forge [Pennsylvania]. To
[the President of Congress, York]. Lack of pro
visions; sufferings of the army. Draft. 4 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. Ill, Uo
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 252.
1777 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Valley Forge. To [the President
of Congress, York]. Starvation; impossibility
of collecting supplies; critics of the service.
Auto, draft signed. 7 pp. A. Ill, 151
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 257.
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
D EO - 23 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting
papers; mutiny of crew of British merchant-ship
and carrying of vessel into Charleston. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 13, I, 65
1777 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the Board of
DEC - 24 War [York]. Exchange of [Brig] Gen. [William]
Thompson. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 149
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting re
solve; opinion of France s attitude toward the
United States. C. C. 13, I, 77
1777 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Washington [Valle}^ Forge]. Commission to
Col. [William] Barton. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, I, 78
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 207
1777 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the President
DEC. 26 of Congress [York]. Claim of rank of [Brig.]
Gen. [William] Woodford. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. Ill, 161
1777 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To Maj. Gen. [Israel]
DEC. 27 Putnam [Fishkill, New York]. Fortifications in
Highlands; return of troops at Fishkill. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1778, Mar. 17. C. C. 152, 5, 397
1777 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the Board of
DEC. 29 War [York]. Suffering of garrison of Fort Pitt
for want of clothing. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of John Laurens. A. Ill, 159
1777 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the Board of
DEC. 30 War [York]. Horses for Capt. [Cadwallader]
Jones s troop. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 163
1777 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To Maj. Gen.
DEC. 30 [Thomas] Conway [Camp], Commencement of
duties as Inspector General; promotions. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of John
Fitzgerald. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Jan. 2.
C. C. 152, 5, 241
1777 Navy Board, Middle District. Bordentown [New Jersey],
DEC. 30 Present of fish; an experiment; advance to Col.
[Asa?] Worthington. A. L. S. of Francis Hop-
kinson^ signed also by John Wharton. W
1777 Lovell, James. [York.] To [George] Washington [Val-
DEC. 31 ley Forge]. Printing and hiding of the Journals
of Congress from the British. A. L. S. 3 pp.
20, 320
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
JAN - * of Congress, York]. Appointments of Quarter
master and Adjutant General; [Brig] Gen.
[George] Weedon s complaint as to rank. Draft.
4: pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. Ill, 165
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 273.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
J AN - 1 Washington [Valley Forge]. Committee of Con-
208 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
ference; transmitting- resolves. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 13, I, 94
1778 Forman, David. [Valley Forge.] Memorial [to George
JAN. 1 Washington, Valley Forge,] praying- for guard
for salt works at Barnegat.
Same to same. Letter transmitting above. Contempo
rary copies. 3 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1778, Jan. 31.
C. C. 152, 5, 279
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
JAN. 2 of Congress, York]. [Maj] Gen. [Thomas] Con-
way and the office of Inspector-General. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Jan. 7. Referred to
Board of War. A. Ill, 169
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 6,276.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
JAN. 2 of Congress, York]. Introducing Maj. John
Clark [jr]. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Read in Congress, Jan. 10. Referred
to Board of War. A. Ill, 171
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the- Board of
JAN. 2 W T ar, York]. Virginia clothing for Virginia
troops; want of blankets; cattle in Delaware;
Adjutant-generalship: clothing and tailors; [Maj.]
Gen. [Thomas] Con way s machinations; weakness
of army; seizure of clothes. Draft. 5 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. Ill, 173
Con way paragraph printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y.
1890. 6, 277, note.
1778 Eyre, Thomas. Philadelphia. To [Lt. Gen.] Sir William
JAN. 2 Howe [Philadelphia]. Account of his treatment
while a prisoner of war. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 453
1778 Wiggins, Thomas. Philadelphia. Deposition of having
JAN. 3 been fired upon while acting as a Hag. Contempo
rary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of John Lau-
rens. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1778, Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 455
Dated in error 1777.
209
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
JAN. 4 of Congress, York]. Enclosing his answer to
[Maj.] Gen. [Horatio] Gates. Auto, draft signed.
1 p. Read in Congress, Jan. 13. Referred to
the Board of War. A. Ill, 179
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 278, note.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
JAN. 5 of Congress, York]. Distress of the arnvy.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Jan. 13. Referred
to Board of War. A. Ill, 182
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X.Y. 1890. 6,280.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
JAN. 5 Washington, Valley Forge. Election of Col.
[Alexander] Scammel, Adjutant General; deten
tion of Convention troops; heavy burdens upon
Members of Congress. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, I, 112
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [Lt] Gen.
JAN. 8 [Sir William] Howe [Philadelphia]. Retaliation
for treatment received by American prisoners in
England; firing upon a flag. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 451
1778 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
JAN. 8 ington, Valle} r Forge]. Lt. [Thomas] Eyre s case;
firing on a flag. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 457
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
JAN - 9 of Congress, York]. Appointment of aides;
detention of Convention troops; resolves grant
ing extra month s pay to soldiers. Draft. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Jan. 13. Referred to the
Board of War. A. Ill, 183
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 6,282.
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To James Lovell
JAN. 9 [York]. Recovery of the Journals of Congress.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of John Laurens.
A. UI, 187
28032 00 14
210 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 [Boudinot, Elias.] [Valley Forge ?] To [Hugh Ferguson,
JAN. 10 Philadelphia.] Subsistence for British prisoners.
Extract of letter. 2 pp. Enclosed in Howe to
Washington, 1778, Jan. 19. 92, 95
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
J AN - 12 of Congress, York]. Questions respecting dis
position of captured articles. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Jan. 20. Referred to Marine Com
mittee. A. Ill, 189
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To the President
JAN. 13 of Congress [York]. Recommending Chevalier de
MauduitduPlessis for a commission. Draft. 2pp.
In handwriting of John Laurens. Read in Con
gress, Jan. 19. Request granted. A. Ill, 193
1778 Gerry, E[lbridge]. York. To [George] Washington
JAX - 13 [Valley Forge]. Committee of Conference, its
purpose and powers; members chosen; various
resolves on military matters; pensions; Col.
[James] Wilkinson appointed Secretary to Board
of War; bell tents for army. A. L. S. 3 pp.
21,88
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
JAN - 14 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves; proceedings of Congress relative to the
Convention troops; appointment of Maj. [John]
Clark [jr.] Auditor of Public Accounts in Camp.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 124
1778 Anonymous. To Congress. "Thoughts of a Freeman"
JAN. 17 Criticisms of the Commander in Chief and the
Army. Contemporary copy. 4 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Trans
mitted to Washington by Patrick Henry ? 21, 204:
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 5, 497 .
1778 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
J AN - 18 ington [Valley Forge]. American prisoners in
England. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed
in Washington to Congress, 1778, Apr. 18.
C. C. 152, 5, 459
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
JAN - 19 Washington, Valley Forge. Suspension of [Lt.]
Gen. [John] Burgoyne s embarkation. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 13, I, 143
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 211
1778 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Philadelphia. To [George] Wa,h-
JAN. 19 ington [Valley Forge]. Subsistence of British
prisoners; clothing; agents. L. S. 3pp. Copy
of this letter enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Apr. 18. 92, 93
1778 Prisoners. Quantity of weekly provisions issued by Brit-
JAN. 19 ish to American prisoners. 1 p. Enclosed in
Howe to Washington, 1778, Jan. 19. 92, 97
1778 Prisoners, American. Philadelphia. Allowance of pro-
JAX. 19 vision. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of John Laurens. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, Apr.
18. C. C. 152, 5, 465
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [Lt.] Gen. [Sir]
JAN. 20 William Howe [Philadelphia]. Lt. [Thomas]
Eyre s case. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 467
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Report of Board of War
J AX - 21 on state of prisoners, correspondence with [Sir
William] Howe and consequent resolutions.
Broadside. With auto, note of Robert Hanson
Harrison of names of American officers confined
in goal. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1778, Apr. 18.
C. C. 152, 5, 471
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
JAN - 22 Washington, Valley Forge. Brevet of Lt. Col.
of Artillery to [Chevalier Mauduit] du Plessis;
transmitting resolves. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, I, 146
1778 Navy Board. Bordentown. [New Jersey]. To [George
JAN - 22 Washington, Valley Forge]. Capt. [Charles]
Alexander s desire to annoy enemy. Recent copy.
1 p. 21, 175
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the Presi-
JAN. 23 dent of Congress, York]. Introducing French
officers to Congress. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of John Laurens. A. Ill, 195
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
JAN. 24 War, York]. Securing of leather at German-
212 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
town and exchange of certain prisoners. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. Ill, 197
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
JAN. 25 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I 154
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the Board of
JAN. 26 War, York. Seizure of British officers who have
permission to visit prisoners. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. Ill, 201
Extract printed. Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,353,
note.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forgo. To the Board of
JAN. 27 War, York. Seizure of the British officers and
supplies intended for British prisoners; the Cana
dian expedition. Draft. 2pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 203
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
JAN. 28 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 156
[1778] Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [a Committee
[JAN. 29] of Congress, Valley Forge]. State of the army
considered by departments. D. S. 38 pp. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Endorsed:
"Jany. 10. Members chosen. Messrs. Dana,
Reed, Folsom & Harvie. Jany. 20. Messrs.
[Charles] Carroll, [Gouverneur] Morris."
A. Ill, 205.
Printed. Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890 6, 800.
This was the committee appointed to repair to camp and is generally
known as the Committee of Conference. Extract from above, made
on occasion of the Newburgh Addresses, in handwriting of Benjamin
Walker, 6pp., was enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1783, Mar. 18. C. C, 152, 11, 159
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [Lt.] Gen. [Sir
JAX - 30 William] Howe [Philadelphia]. Provisions and
clothing for British prisoners. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Apr. 18.
C. C. 152, 5, 469
1778 Washington, George,. Valley Forge. To [the President
of Congress, York]. Minor matters; salt for the
army. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 245
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 213
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To Henry Laurens,
JA.N. 31 York. Enemies in Congress; his conduct. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. P. I, pt. II, 5
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 353.
[1778] [Sandford, Thomas.] [Philadelphia.] Report of treatment
[JAN.] received in attempted performance of duty to
relieve distresses of British prisoners. [Extract.]
Contemporary copy. 12 pp. Transmitted to
Washington. 91, 218
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
FEB. 3 of Congress, York]. Food supplies for Ameri
can prisoners; pressing need of money. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Feb. 5. Referred to
Board of Treasury. A. Ill, 247
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 387,
note.
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
FEB - 3 Washington, Valley Forge. [Brig.] Gen. [David]
Forman s petition; transmitting resolves. Let
ter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 160
1778 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Philadelphia. To [George]
FEB. 5 Washington [Valley Forge]. Liquidation of
accounts of the Convention prisoners; supplies
for American prisoners; commissioners for a
cartel. Contemporary copy. 4 pp. In hand
writing of John Laurens. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, Apr. 18.
C. C. 152, 5, 473
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 369, note.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To George
FEB. 7 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting pa
pers relating to investigation of evacuation of
Ticonderoga. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p.
Answered Feb. 14. 92, 67
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
FEB. 8 of Congress, York]. The Canadian expedition;
prisoners; inquiries into losses of Forts Mont
gomery, Clinton and Mifflin. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Feb. 17. "Accompanied with the
following letters. 1 from Genl. Howe Jany 8.
1778 Answer from G Wash: 20. 1 from Gen
214 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Howe 19. G. W s answer 30. G W to Gen
Howe 8 Gen Howe to Gen W 18 Gen H to G
Wash 5 Feby G W s answer 10 Feby"
A. Ill, 249
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
FEB. 8 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves; oaths of allegiance. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, I, 165
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
FEB. 10 War, York]. Minor military matters; British
officers sent to relieve prisoners; collection of
clothing in Pennsylvania. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 253
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To Maj. Gen.
FEB. 10 [Horatio] Gates [York]. British officers with
clothing for their prisoners; clothing for Penn
sylvania troops. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. C. C. 152, 5, 253
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [Lt.] Gen. [Sir
FEB. 10 William] Howe [Philadelphia]. Exchange of
prisoners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress 1778,
Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 477
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 0, 369.
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To the President of
FEB. 11 Congress, Philadelphia. Claims of Mons. Ro-
mand de Lisle and Robillard D Antin; trouble
with foreigners. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress Feb. 18.
C. C. 152, 5, 291
Dated in error, Morristown, 1777.
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commissaries General
FEB. 11 departments; duties, management; table of pay.
Broadside. 1 p. Printed by Dunlap.
24, 29
1778 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference. Moore
FEB - il Hall [near Valley Forge]. To [George] Wash
ington [Valley Forge]. Exchange of prisoners;
status of citizens. A. L. S. of Francis Dana.
2 pp. 92, 71
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
FEB. 13 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 188
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 215
1778 Putnam, Israel. West Point. To [George Washington,
FEB. 13 Valley Forge]. Great need of money. [Extract
of letter.] 1 p. In handwriting of Richard Kid-
der Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress 1778, Feb. 27.
C. C. 152, 5, 315
1778 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Philadelphia. To [George] %
FEB. 14 Washington [Valley Forge]. Exchange of pris
oners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Mar. 7. C. C. 152, 5, 325
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 5, 537.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To Robert Hooper,
FKB. 15 Nathaniel Falconer and Jonathan Mifflin jr.,
Reading [Pennsylvania]. Distress of army for
meat and forage. Attested contemporary copy
by Jonathan Mifflin jr. 2 pp. Transmitted to
Congress. C. C. 152, 5, 303
1778 Franklin, Thomas. Philadelphia. Deposition respecting
FEB. 16 British treatment of prisoners. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1778, Mar. 7.
C. C. 152, 5, 341
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
FEB. 19 of Congress, York]. Resolve respecting abuses
in the several states. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress Feb. 23. A. Ill, 255
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
FEB. 19 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves; John Clark [jr] and Mathew Clarkson,
Auditors of army accounts; Baron Steuben.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 191
1778 North, [Frederick,] Lord. Speech on his conciliatory mo-
FEB. 19 tion with drafts of bills on taxation of the colo
nies and peace commissioners.
See: Pennsylvania Gazette, 1778, Apr. 24.
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the Board of
FEB. 21 War, York]. Removal of artillery at Albany.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. A. Ill, 257
216 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
FEB. 21 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting sun
dry resolves. Letter-book cop} T .
C. C. 13, I, 197.
1778 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
FEB. 21 ington, Valley Forge]. British treatment of
prisoners; accusations against Americans. Con
temporary copy. 14pp. In handwriting of John
Fitzgerald. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1778, Mar. 7.
C. C. 152, 5, 337
[1778] Meyers, Anne, [of Philadelphia.] Report respecting loy-
FEB. 23 alist refugees. Contemporary copy b} T Richard
Kidder Meade. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to
Board of War, 1778, Feb. 23. A. Ill, 259
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
FEB. 23 War, New York]. Minor militaiy matters; ord
nance supplies for next campaign. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. Ill, 261
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
FEB. 27 o f Congress, York]. Court-martial of various
officers; disturbed condition of western troops.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs
and Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Mar. 5. A. Ill, 263
Printed; Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1)0. 6,385.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
FEB - 27 War, York]. Need of writing paper. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. Ill, 267
1778 Champion, Henry. Hartford, Connecticut. To [George]
FEB. 28 Washington [Valley Forge]. Trouble caused by
Connecticut s Regulating Act for price of beef.
[Extract of letter.] Contemporary copy. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, Mar.
12. C. C. 152, 5, 363
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the Committee
FEB - 29 [of Conference], Moore Hall. Disorder in the
Armourer s department. L. S. 1 p. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. C. C. 33, 225
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 217
[1778] [Knox? Henry.] Memoranda of alterations proposed in
[FEB.] resolves of Congress of Feb. 11 respecting the
Commissaries departments as regards the artil
lery. Contemporary cop} r . In handwriting of
Samuel Shaw. A. D. 1 p. 24, 30
[1778] Lisle, [Charles Noel Francois] Romand de. [Valley Forge ?]
[FEB.] To [George] Washington, Morristown [Valley
Forge]. Claim to chief command of the artil
lery. A. L. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1778, Feb. 11.
C. C. 152, 5, 295
[1778] Robillard D Antin, Lewis Joseph Henry [Valley Forge].
[FEB.] Xo [George] Washington, Morristown [Valley
Forge]. Claim to a captainc} T in the artillery.
A. L. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Feb. 11.
C. C. 152, 5, 299
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the Committee
MAR. 1 [of Conference", Moore Hall. Controversy over
rank between P>rig. Gens. [William] Woodford,
[George] Weedon, and [Charles] Scott; cavalry;
exchange negotiations; command in Rhode Island;
dehrv in appointing General Officers; [Maj.] Gen.
[Nathanael] Greene and the Quartermasters de
partment; Du Portailand the Engineers. A. L. S.
2 pp. C. C. 33, 209
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
MAR. l Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves; approbation of Washington s letter to
Howe; exchange of prisoners. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, 1, 201
1778 Navy Board. [Bordentown, New Jersey.] To [George]
MAR. l Washington [Valley Forge]. Removal of flat-
boats, galleys and naval stores from Bordentown.
A. L. S. of Francis Hopkinson, signed also by
John Wharton. 1 p. 22, 77
1778 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
MAR. 2 ington [Valley Forge]. Commission for exchange
of prisoners. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclos
ed in Washington to the President of Congress,
1778, Mar. 7. C. C. 152, 5, 343
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Passports for British
- 3 officers seeking exchange. Contemporary copy,
LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p, Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1778,
May 6. 92, 34
1778 Heed, James. To Gov. George Clinton [Poughkeepsie ?
MAR - 4 New York]. Regulating Act [of price of beef,
in Connecticut]. [Extract of letter.] 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Mar. 12. C. C. 152, 5, 365
1778 Sullivan, John and Others. [Valley Forge.] To [George]
MAR. 4 Washington [Valley Forge.] Decision of board
of general officers on settlement of rank of brig
adiers Woodford, Muhlenberg, Scott, and Wee-
don. A. L. S. of Sullivan, signed also: Nath
Greene, Stirling, Lachn. Mclntosh, Wm. Max
well, J. M. Varnum, J. Huntington. 1 p. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Mar. 12. C. C. 152, 5, 369
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
MAR. 5 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13,1,207
1778 Howe, [Sir] William. Philadelphia. Commission to Cols.
MAR. 5 Charles O Hara and Humphrey Stephens and
Capt. Richard Fitzpatrick to arrange for an exv
change of prisoners. Contemporar}^ copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 481
1778 Wadsworth, Jeremiah. Hartford. To [George] Wash-
MAR. 5 ington [Valley Forge]. Endorsement of Henry
Champion s complaint of trouble caused by Con
necticut s Regulating Act of price of beef. Con
temporary copy. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh
man. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1778, Mar. 12. C. C. 152, 5, 363
1778 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Valley Forge. To the Commit-
MAR. 6 tee [of Conference], Moore Hall. Transfer of
[Maj.] Gen. [Israel] Putnam to Rhode Island.
Auto, draft signed. 1 p. A. Ill, 269
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 388,
note. v
The personnel of the Committee at this date was: Duane, Root,
M. Smith, G. Morris and Laurens.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the Board of
MAR - 6 War [York]. Need of arms and accoutrements
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 219
for the coming- campaign; leather for cartouche
boxes and shoes. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 271
1778 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference [Moore
MAR. 6 Hall]. To [George Washington, Valley Forge].
Considerations respecting settlement of a cartel;
money and supplies for prisoners; convention
troops; exchange of citizens; State and Conti
nental prisoners; loyalists; tariff of exchange;
Fort Washington prisoners; distresses. Draft.
13 pp. In handwriting of Gouverneur Morris.
Endorsed: " . . . . superseded by a Conference."
C. C. 33, 241
1778 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference. Moore
MAR. 6 Hall [near Valley Forge]. To [George] Washing
ton [Valley Forge]. Selection of commander for
posts on the Hudson. L. S. of Francis Dana.
1 p. 92, 116
1778 Clinton, George. Poughkeepsie. To Jonathan Trumbull
MAR. 6 [Lebanon, Connecticut]. Raising of troops for
defense of the Highlands. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con-
gress, 1778, Mar. 16. C. C. 152, 5, 383
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAR. 7 of Congress, York]. Resolves of Congress re
specting exchange of prisoners. Draft. 8 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Referred to Board of War. A. Ill, 279
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 6,397.
1778 Parsons, Sam[uel] H[olden]. West Point. To [George]
MAR. 7 Washington [Valley Forge]. Confusion as to
command in the Highlands; fortification work.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1778, Mar.
17. C. C. 152, 5, 401
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
MAR. 9 War, York]. Artillery from Albany; exchange
of convention officers and general exchange of
prisoners; western regiments; deserters; cloth
ing. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. Ill, 283
220 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [Lt.] Gen.
MAR. 9 [Sir] W[illiam] Howe [Philadelphia]. Postpone
ment of meeting- of exchange commissioners; ex
change of [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard
Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Mar. 12.
C. C. 152, 5, 353
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 6, 406, 415,
notes.
1778 Barry, John. Port Penn [Delaware]. To [George Wash-
MAK. 9 ington, Valle} T Forge]. Account of capture of
prizes. [Extract of letter.] 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Mar. 12. C. C. 152, 5, 367
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
MAR. 10 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 218
1778 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
MAK. 10 ington [Valley Forge]. Postponed meeting of
exchange commissioners; exchange of [Maj.]
Gen. [Charles] Lee and British officers. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1778, Mar. 12.
C. C. 152, 5, 355.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 5, 638.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAR. 12 of Congress, York]. Exchange of prisoners; en
listment of prisoners; minor military matters;
supplies. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Timothy Pickering, jr?. Referred to Board of
War. A. Ill, 287
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 6, 414.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [Lt. Gen. Sir
MAR. 12 William Howe, Philadelphia]. Exchange of Lt.
Col. [Archibald] Campbell and [Maj.] Gen.
[Charles] Lee. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1778, Mar. 12. C. C. 152, 5, 359
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,416,
note.
1778 Huntington, Jedediah. Valley Forge. To George Wash-
MAR. 13 ington [Valley Forge]. Resignation of Col.
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[Charles] Webb. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Mar. 16. C. C. 152, 5, 389
1778 Webb, Charles. Valley Forge. To the President of Con-
MAR. 13 gress [York]. Resignation. L. S. 1 p. In
handwriting of Jedediah Huntington with auto.
signed approval. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Mar. 16.
C. C. 152, 5, 391
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To the President
MAK - 14 of Congress [York]. Comte [Casimir] Pulaski
and his proposed regiment of dragoons. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of John Laurens. Referred
to Board of War. A. Ill, 291
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 6, 4 2 Z.
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
MAR. 14 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 224
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
MAR. 15 Washington, Valley Forge. Marquis de Lafa-
3 T ette and Baron de Kalb to rejoin army. Letter
book copy. C. C. 13, 1, 229
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAR. 16 of Congress, York]. Command and garrison in
the Highlands. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton. Referred to Board of
War. A. Ill, 293
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,430.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the President of
MAK. 16 Congress [York]. Capt. [Ebenezer] Sullivan s
claim; minor military matters. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Planson Harrison and
Caleb Gibbs. Referred to Board of War as far
as respects Capt. Sullivan. A. Ill, 295
1778 Navy Board. Bordentown [New Jersey]. To [George]
MAR. 16 Washington [Valley Forge]. Seizure of Capts.
[Isaiah] Robinson and [Nathaniel] Gait while
under protection of a flag. A. L. 8. of Francis
Hopkinson. 2 pp. 22, 185
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAK - 17 of Congress, York]. Confusion of command and
state of the works in the Highlands. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. Ill, 297
222 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Smallwood, William. Wilmington [Delaware]. To
MAR. 17 [George] Washington [Valley Forge]. Sailing
of fleet toward Philadelphia. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Mar. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 409
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To the President
MAR. 18 of Congress [York]. Preparations of the enemy.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of John Laurens.
Read in Congress, Mar. 23. A. Ill, 299
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the Committee
MAR. 19 O f Conference, Moore Hall]. Col. [Rufus] Put
nam s rank. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. A. Ill, 301
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
MAR. 20 War, York]. Intelligence respecting enemy;
artillerjr magazine at Carlisle [Pennsylvania];
recruits. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 303
1778 Seely, Silvanus. Elizabcthtown [New Jersey]. To
MAR. 20 [George] Washington [Valley Forge]. Embar
kation of British from New York. Contemporaiy
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1778, Mar. 24. C. C. 152, 5, 377
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAK. 21 of Congress, York], Troops from Alban} T ;
charges against Dr. [William] Shippen [jr.].
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh
man. Read in Congress, Apr. 3. Referred to
Drayton, Huntington and Bannister.
A. Ill, 307
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. G, 437.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
MAR. 21 Washington, Valley Forge. Feeling of Congress
about expressions in letters of Sir William Howe;
transmitting resolves. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, I, 237
1778 Washington,] G[eorge]. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAR. 24 o f Congress, York], Establishment of the army;
resignations; recruits. Auto draft signed. 3pp.
Read in Congress. Mar. 27. Referred to Board
of War. A. Ill, 309
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 443.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 223
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAR. 24 o f Congress, York]. Resignation of Col. Charles
Lewis. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Mar. 28.
A. Ill, 313
1778 Navy Board. Bordentown [New Jersey]. To [George]
MAR. 24 Washington [Valley Forge]. Case of Capts.
[Isaiah] Robinson and [Nathaniel] Gait; removal
of cannon and stores. A. L. S. of Francis Hop-
kinson. 2 pp. Answered Mar. 27. 22, 255
1778 Lovell, James. [York.] To [George] Washington [Valley
MAR. 24 Forge]. Extract of letter of Thomas Cushing:
Embarkation preparations of British; exchange
of marine prisoners; case of John Gray; news
from Martinique. A. L. S. 5 pp. Answered
Mar. 29.* 22, 251
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
MAR. 25 War, York], Virginia regiments; troops for and
on the western frontier. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 315
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
MAR. 25 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 242
1778 Lovell, James. York. To [George] Washington [Valley
MAR. 26 Forge]. Delivery of articles shipped to Wash
ington from France. A. L. S. 2 pp. Answered
Mar. 29.* 22, 253
1778 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
MAR. 27 ington [Valley Forge]. Meeting of Commission
ers for exchange at Germantown. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1778, Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 485
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. Commission to Col.
MAR. 28 William Grayson, Lt. Cols. Robert Hanson Har
rison and Alexander Hamilton and Commissary
Elias Boudinot to arrange for an exchange of
prisoners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, Apr.
18. C. C. 152, 5, 489
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 6,442, note.
224 LIBRAE!* OF CONGRESS
1778 New Jersey, Officers, civil and militaiy. Roadstown.
MAR. 28 Petition to Gov. William Livingston [Trenton].
Devastations of the British; pra} T ing for relief.
Contemporary cop}^ of D. S. of 23 names. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Charles Thomson. Enclosed
in President of Congress, 1778, Apr. 18. 92, 91
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To. [the President
MAR. 29 o f Congress, York]. Intelligence of reinforce
ments from New York to Howe. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Head in
Congress, Apr. 1. Referred to Board of War.
A. Ill, 317
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
MAR. 29 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, I, 245
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [Lt.] Gen. [Sir
MAR. 29 William] Howe [Philadelphia]. Arrangements
for meeting of Commissioners for exchange of
prisoners at Germantown. Contemporary cop} .
1 p. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 487
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. fi, 442,
note.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To James Lovell
MAR. 29 [York], Intelligence of enemy; French protec
tion of American trade. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 319
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
MAR. 30 Washington, Valley Forge. Transmitting re
solves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, 1, 247
1778 Navy Board, Bordentown [New Jersey]. To [George]
MAK. 31 Washington [Valley Forge]. Forwarding stores
to camp. A. L. S. of Francis Hopkinson, signed
also by John Wharton. 1 p. Answered Apr. 11.
22, 293
1778 Clymer, George and Samuel Mathews, Pittsburgh. To
MAR. 31 [the President of Congress, York]. Investigation
of conditions and recommendations for defense
of the Western frontier. Contemporan r copy.
3 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1778, May 3. 92, 28
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
APR. l of Congress, York], Charges against [Ma].] Gen.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 225
[Arthur] St. Clair. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress,
Apr. 6. A. Ill, 321
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the President
APR. 3 of Congress, York]. Promotion of Capt. [Henry]
Lee. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Read in Congress, Apr. 7.
A. Ill, 323
1778 New Jersey, Legislature. Trenton. Memorial to Congress.
APR. 3 Raising the State quota of Continental troops.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1778, Apr. 18.
92, 89
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the President
ApH - 4 of Congress, York]. Exchange of prisoners and
resolves of Congress respecting same. Draft.
4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. A. Ill, 325
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 459.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
APR. 4 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting re
solves; delay in Ticonderoga inquiry. A. L. S.
of Henry Laurens. 1 p. 92, 74
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Maryland, Pennsylvania
ApR - 4 and New Jersey militia. Contemporary copy,
attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1778,
Apr. 4. 92, 73
1778 Grayson, William; Robert Hanson Harrison; Alexander
APR. 4 Hamilton and Elias Boudinot. Valley Forge. To
George Washington [Valley Forge]. Report of
conference of Commissioners at Germantown, for
exchange of prisoners. Contemporary copy.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1778, Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 493
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Promotion of Henry Lee
APR. 7 and others of the Light Horse. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1778, Apr. 8. 92, 78
28G32 00 15
226 LIBKARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
APR. 8 Washington [Valley Forge]. Inquiry into evacu
ation of Ticonderoga; Ma j. [Henry] Lee; miscel
laneous military matters. A. L. S. of Henry
Laurens. 2 pp. Answered Apr. 10.* 92, 76
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the Com-
APR. 9 mittee of Conference, Moore Hall]. Officers for
Count [Casirnir] Pulaski s corps. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of John Laurens. Read in Con
gress, Apr. 18. A. Ill, 329
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the President of
APR. 10 Congress [York]. The militia; confused state of
the army; resignations; delays; clothing, etc.
Draft. 10 pp. In handwriting of John Laurens
and Washington. Read in Congress, Apr. 13.
Referred to Duer, Chase and Dana. A. Ill, 331
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 461.
1778 Grayson, Harrison, Hamilton and Boudinot to O Hara,
APR. 10 Stephens and Fitzpatrick. See: Grayson, Har
rison, etc., to Washington, 1778, Apr. 15.
1778 Grayson, Harrison, Hamilton and Boudinot to O Hara,
APR. ll Stephens and Fitzpatrick. See: Grayson, Harri
son, etc., to Washington, 1778, Apr. 15.
1778 O Hara, Stephens and Fitzpatrick to Grayson, Harrison,
APR. 11 Hamilton and Boudinot. See: Grayson, Harri
son, etc., to Washington, 1778, Apr. 15.
1778 Continental Congress. Resolves. Survey of the Susque-
APR. 13 hannah River. Contemporary copy. 1 p. En
closed in Board of War to Washington, 1778,
May 6. 94, 3il
[1778] George III. Westminster. Commission to Frederick,
[APR, 13] Earl of Carlisle, Richard, Viscount Howe, Sir
William Howe, W 7 illiam Eden and George John-
stone to treat for peace with the United States.
Contemporary copy. 7 pp. In handwriting of
Moses Young. Enclosed in Laurens, Henry to
Washington, 1778, June 18. 24, 54
[1778] Continental Congress, President. York. To George Wash-
APK. 14 ington [Valley Forge]. Resolutions respecting
cartel for exchange; disclaimer by Congress of
intention to offend; instructions, intentions etc.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 227
L. S. of Henry Laurens. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Charles Thomson. Answered Apr. 18.*
92, 45
In letter book, C. C. 13, 1, 258, the copy of above is annoted as fol
lows by Laurens: "... Copy of a letter, produced by amend-
ments in Congress on a draft prepared by a comm 66 in answer to
Gen. Washington s Letter of the 4th. April the draught presented
the 9th, debated at divers meetings & Resolved the 13 April i p
90C to P. M. "
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
APR - 14 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting
papers. A. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p. An
swered Apr. 18.* 93, 94
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commissary General s
APR. 14 department; management etc. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 3 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1778, Apr. 17. 92, 83
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Command at Fishkill;
APR. 15 militia for defense of the Hudson. Contempo
rary cop} , attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1778, Apr. 17. 92, 82
1778 Grayson, William; Robert Hanson Harrison, Alexander
APR. 15 Hamilton and Elias Boudinot. Valley Forge. To
George Washington [Valley Forge]. Report of
conference of Commissioners at Newtown, for
exchange of prisoners, containing copies of let
ters of Apr. 10 and 11 between O Hara, Stephens
and Fitzpatrick and Grayson, Harrison etc. re
specting their powers. Contemporary copy. 7
pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Apr. 18. C. C. 152, 5, 497
1778 Bannister, John. York. To [George Washington, Valley
APR. 16 Forge]. Additional state bounty to Virginia sol
diers; present state of army and the new estab
lishment; troops from Virginia; volunteers. A.
L. S. 3 pp. 22, 35
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
APR. 17 of Congress, Yorktown]. Introducing a Mr.
Earnest. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 343
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
ApR - 17 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting re-
228 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
solves. A. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p. An
swered Apr. 20.* 92, 80
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Empowering Board of
ApR - 17 War to order courts martial. Cop}- made in
1780. 1 p. In handwriting and attested by
Benjamin Stoddert. 94, 296
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Troops from New Jersey.
APR. 17 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1778, Apr. 18. 92, 88
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. General courts martial.
APR. 17 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1778, Apr. 17. 92, 79
1778 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
APR. 17 Valley Forge. Introducing Mons. de Wolffen.
L. S. of Horatio Gates. 1 p. In handwriting of
Timothy Pickering jr. 94, 294
1778 Tryon, William. New York. To [George] Washington
APR. 17 [Valley Forge]. Transmitting papers for circu
lation. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1778, Apr. 23.
C. C. 152, 5, 519
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 492, note.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
APR. 18 of Congress, York]. Cartel for exchange of
prisoners; spurious letters of Washington and
forged resolves of Congress. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Apr. 20. Referred to Morris, Dray-
ton and Dana. A. Ill, 345
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 472.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
APR. 18 Washington [Valley Forge]. Petition of civil
and military officers of New Jersey and resolves
of Congress thereon; transmitting also other
resolves. A. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p.
Answered Apr. 23.* 92, 85
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Council of War to settle
APR. 18 a plan of campaign. Contemporary copy, attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1778, Apr. 18.
92, 87
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 229
1778 Morris, Gouverneur. York. To [George] Washington,
APR. 18 Valley Forge. Dilatoriness of Congress; [Maj.]
Gen. [Horatio] Gates s command; the Board of
War; Congress and secrecy. A. L. S. 2 pp.
23, 38.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
APR. 20 of Congress, York]. Authenticity of a Parlia
mentary bill; Lord North s speech. Draft. Ip.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Apr. 23. A. Ill, 347
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 474,
note.
1778 Continental Congress. Instructions to Maj. Gen. [Horatio]
APR. 20 Gates for his guidance in command of posts on
the Hudson. D. S. of II[enry] Lfaurens], 2pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 17T8, Apr. 24. 92, 106
1778 [Washington, George.] Valley Forge. To John Bannis-
APR. 21 ter [York]. Resignations; contrast between pos
ition of British and American officers; patriotism;
exertions necessary; European aid; character of
Congress; Independence; jealousy of the army
on part of Congress; sufferings of former; remon
strances; volunteers; tories. Draft. 8 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison and
Washington. P. I, pt. II, 49
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 477.
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Approval of conduct of
APR. 21 American commissioners for exchange of prison
ers. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington 1778, Apr. 24. 92, 105
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. On conciliation. See:
APR. 22 Pennsylvania Gazette, 1778, Apr. 24.
1778 Boudinot, Elias. [Valley Forge.] To [George] Washing
ton [Valley Forge]. Exchange of prisoners;
list of officers names. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Apr. 23. C. C. 152, 5, 523
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge]. To [the President
APR. ,23 of Congress, York]. Lord North s bill; British
forgeries; plan of campaign. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Read in
230 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Congress, Apr. 25. Referred to Drayton, Mor
ris and Dana. A. Ill, 349
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 49 - .
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To Francis L[ight-
APR. 23 foot] Lee and John Bannister [York]. Payment
of bounty to the Virginia troops. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. A. 111,351
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Pardon to disaffected.
APR. 23 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thorn
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1778, Apr. 24. 92, 103
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Renewal and extension to
APR. 23 Aug. 10 of powers granted Washington. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1778, Apr. 24. 92, 104
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
ApR - 24 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting re
solves, printed matter etc. ; pardon acts of states.
A. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 2 pp. Answered
Apr. 27 * 92, 101
1778 Duane, James. Albany. To the President [of Congress,
A pR - 24 York]. Oneidas and Tuscarora Indians for the
army; conditions at the north; troops, stores,
artillery; need of money. Contemporary copy.
3 pp. Transmitted to Washington. 92, 36
1778 Pennsylvania Gazette (The) containing:
^ PR - 24 Lord North s speech on his conciliatory motion.
Feb. 19.
Draft of bill declaring intentions of Parliament
regarding taxation of colonies. [Feb. 19.]
Draft of bill to appoint Peace Commissioners
[Feb. 19].
Resolutions of Congress, of Apr. 22 on above.
Lord North s conciliatory propositions of Feb.
20 and various news items of the war.
4 pp. Yorktown. Printed by Hall & Sellers.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1778, Apr. 24. 92, 99
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
APR. 25 of Congress, York]. British peace commission
ers. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Apr. 26.
A. Ill, 353
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,497.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 231
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To Gouverneur
APK. 25 Morris [York]. Formation of military council
[Committee of Conference at Headquarters]; chief
of artillery; resignations. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison and
Washington. P. I, pt. II, 57
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 495.
1778 Board of War. [York.] To [George] Washington [Valley
APR. 25 Forge]. Exchange of [Brig.] Gen. [William]
Thompson. L. S. of Horatio Gates. 1 p. In
handwriting of Richard Peters. Answered
Mayl* 23,44
1778 Chase, Samuel. York. To George Washington [Valley
APK. 25 Forge]. British seizure of civilians; case of Gun
ning Bedford. A. L. S. 2 pp. 23, 40
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To Maj. Gen. [Wil-
APR. 26 liam] Tryon, New York. Conciliatory bills;
resolutions of Congress. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Apr. 27. C. C. 152, 5, 533
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
APR. 27 of Congress, York]. Resolve of Congress re
specting Lord North s bills; plans for the cam
paign. Draft. 3 pp. Read in Congress, Apr.
29. A. Ill, 357
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 6,500.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
APR. 27 War, York]. Manufacture of musket cartridges.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. Ill, 361
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To Robert Morris
APR. 27 [York]. Manufacture of musket cartridges.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh
man. A. Ill, 367
[1778] Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [Samuel Chase,
[APR. 27] York]. British imprisonment of civilians; ex
change of [Gunning] Bedford. Draft. 2 pp. In
hand writing of Alexander Hamilton. A. 111,369
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 6, 499, note.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
ApK - 2 ~ Washington [Valley Forge]. Delay of express;
oath of allegiance; pensions for officers. A. L. S.
1 p. Answered Apr. 31. 92, 108
232 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Laurens, Henry. York. To [George] Washington [Val-
APR. 27 ley Forge]. British forgeries; Commissioners to
treat for peace. A. L. 8. 1 p. 23, -iS
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Commander of the Artil-
APR. 27 lery to be of the council for planning the cam
paign. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1778, Apr. 28. 92, 112
1778 Washington, George. [Valhry Forge.] To [the President
APR. 28 of Congress, York]. The Inspector-General s
office and work performed by Baron Steuben.
Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of John Laurens.
A. Ill, 363
Printed, under date of Apr. 30: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y.
1890. 6, 504.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To George
APR. 28 Washington [Valley Forge]. Miscellaneous mili
tary matters; oaths of allegiance; resignation of
Maj. Gen. [Thomas] Conway. A. L. S. of Henry
Laurens. 1 p. Answered May 1.* 92, 110
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 28 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolve. L. S. of John Jay. 93, Hi)
1778 Bannister, J[ohn]. York. To [George] Washington [Val-
ApR - 29 ley Forge]. Bounty to reenlisting Virginia sol
diers. A. L. S. 1 p. 22, 01
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the President
APR - 30 of Congress, York]. Baron Steuben and the
Inspectorship. L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting of
. John Laurens. Read in Congress, May 4. Re
ferred to R. H. Lee, Drayton and Chase.
C. C. 152, 5, 535
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,504.
1778 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge], Valley Forge. To Henry Lau-
APR. 30 rens [York]. British Peace Commissioners; In
dependence; half-pay; lack of information.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison and Washington. P. I, pt. II, 67
Printed- Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 508.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
ApR - 30 Washington [Vallev Forge]. Papers relating to
the Ticonderoga investigation. A. L. S. of
Henry Laurens. Ip. Answered May 1.*
92, 69
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 233
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Brevet commissions.
APE. 30 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1778, May 3. 92, 113
1778 Stirling, [William Alexander, Lord.] Valley Forge. AC-
APR. 30 count against the United States for losses sus
tained in the service. A. D. S. 1 p. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
May 1. C. C. 152, 6, 17
[1778] [Phillips, William.] Cambridge [Massachusetts]. To [Sir
[APRIL.] Guy Carleton, Quebec?]. American prisoners to
be sent to Boston. [Extract of letter.] 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, Aug. 26. 93, 324
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAY 1 of Congress, York]. Returning papers respect
ing loss of Ticonderoga. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, May 4. A. Ill, 375
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAY 1 of Congress, York]. Oaths of allegiance; news
from France. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
May 4. A. Ill, 371
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7,1.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
MAY! War, York]. Exchange of [Brig.] Gen. [William]
Thompson; state of the military laboratories;
cartridges and lead. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 377
1778 Morris, Gouverneur. York. To [George] Washington
MAY 1 [Valley Forge]. Half-pay and how the states
stand on the question. A. L. S. 1 p. 23, 63
Printed: \Vritingsof Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 496, note.
1778 Stirling, [William Alexander, Lord.] Valley Forge. To
MAY l [George] Washington [Valley Forge], Schedule
of losses of property sustained in the service.
A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, May 1.
C. C. 152, 6, 13
Continental Congress, Resolves. Protection of Western
frontier; command at Fort Pitt; quartermaster
etc. for southwestern Virginia counties. A. D.
234 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
of Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington 1778, May 6. 92, 35
Second copy of resolves attested by Thomson and enclosed in letter
i g of May 3. 92, 27.
MAY 3 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
of Congress, York]. Negotiations with the north
ern Indians. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress, May 5.
A. 111,381
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
MAY 3 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting re
solves; treaty with France. A. L. S. of John
Laurens. 2 pp. 92, 114
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
Y 3 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting re
solves, broadsides of intelligence and address to
foreigners in the British army. A. L. S. of
Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered May 12.*
92, 25
[Sullivan, John.] [Providence, Rhode Island]. To [the
President of Congress, York]. Applying for
[Brig.] Gen. John Stark s services. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1778, May 20. 92, 53
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAY 4 of Congress, York]. Alliance with France; Lord
Stirling s letter. Draft, 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, May 5.
A. Ill, 383
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 3,
note.
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Inspector-General s de-
MAY 5 partment. A. L. S. of Charles Thomson with
auto, note of Henry Laurens respecting pay of
Baron Steuben. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1778, May 6. 92, 33
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay of Virginia militia
MAY 5 officers. A. D. of Charles Thomson. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1778,
May 6. 92, 35
1778 Laurens, Henry. York. To [George] Washington [Valley
MAY 5 Forge]. Intelligence from Europe; trouble
among the U. S. Commissioners; British Peace
Commissioners and feeling of British nier-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 235
cantile classes; arrangement of army; pensions
and feeling- against them. A. L. S. 4 pp. 23, 90
Smallwood, [William], Wilmington [Delaware]. To
[George Washington, Valley Forge]. Repre
sentation of privates, prisoners in Philadelphia.
[Extract of letter.] 1 p. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1778, May 11.
C. C. *152, 6, 29
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
MAYS Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting
papers; exchange of officers. A. L. S. of Henry
Lauren*. 1 p. Answered May 12.* 92, 31
1778 Board of War. [York, Pennsylvania.] To [George]
MAY 6 Washington [Valley Forge]. Survey of the
Susquehannah and creeks; inducement to Ger
mans to desert from the British. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 2 pp. Answered May 9.*
94, 339
1778 Board of War. [York, Pennsylvania.] To Capt. William
MAY 6 Scull, Lancaster. Survey of the Susquehannah
river for military purposes. Contemporary copy.
1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to Washington,
1778, May 6. 94, 338
1778 Lee, Richard Henry. York. To [George] Washington
MAY 6 [Valley Forge]. The forged letters; treaty with
France; Great Britain and commerce; Britain s
difficulty in raising men; European situation;
slowness of draft troops in coming in; intention
to bribe Congress. A. L. S. 3 pp. 22, 108
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the President
MAY 7 of Congress, York]. Transmitting letters relating
to Chevalier de la Neufville. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of John Laurens. A. Ill, 385
[1778] Dircks, Jacob Gerhard. Petition to Congress for service
[MAYS] in the field; raising partisan companies. A. D. S.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1778, May 9. 92, 40
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
MAY 9 Washington [Valley Forge]. Petition of Lt. Col.
[Jacob Gerhard] Dircks; treaty of Paris. A.L.S.
of Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered May 12.*
92, 38
236 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge,] To [the Board of
MAY 9 War, York]. Survey work and lack of engineers.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of John Laurens.
A. Ill, 387
1778 Morris, Robert. Manheim, Pennsylvania. To George
MAY 9 Washington [Valley Forge]. Wine and news
from Europe. A. L. S. 2 pp. 23, 123
1778 Allen, Ethan. Valley Forge. To the President of Con-
MAY 9 gress [YorV]. Thanks for his exchange. A. L.
S. 2 pp. Read in Congress, May 14. Referred
to the Board of War. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1778, May 12.
C. C. 152, 6, 35
1778 Howe, [Sir] W[illiam]. Philadelphia, To [George
MAY 10 Washington, Valley Forge], Proposal for ex
change of prisoners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1778, May 11. C. C. 152,6,25
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAY 11 of Congress, York]. Howe s letter respecting
prisoners; exchange. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, May 13. Referred to Duer, R. H.
Lee and Carroll. A. Ill, 389
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
MAY 11 Washington [Valley Forge]. Forwarding ad
dress of Congress to the inhabitants of America.
A. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p. 92, 43
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Col. Francis Johnson
MAY 11 elected commissary of prisoners. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1778, May 11.
92, 42
1778 Smith, Thomas. Bedford [Pennsylvania]. To James
MAY 11 Smith [Philadelphia]. Indian ravages on West
ern frontier; Col. William Butler and the Rifle
battalion. Contemporary copy. 3pp. Enclosed
in Board of War to Washington, 1778, May 19.
95, 8
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAY 12 of Congress, York]. The command at Fort Pitt;
exchange of officers; Col. [Jacob Gerhard]
Dircks s petition; fate of continental frigates in
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 237
the Delaware; Lt. Col. [Ethan] Allen; French
King s message to the Court at London. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, May 14. Referred to
the Board of War. A. Ill, 391
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7: 7
12 & 20, notes.
1778 Board of War. [Yorktown, Penna.] To [George] Wash-
MAY 12 ington [Valley Forge]. Pay of discharged sol
diers; officers and soldiers. A. L. S. of Timothy
Pickering, jr. Answered May 16.* 95, 335
1778 Board of War. York. To George Washington, Valley
MAY 13 Forge. Discharge of militia at Reading, Bethle
hem and Easton; expense. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 1 p. 94, 348
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
MAY 15 Washington [Valley Forge]. Half -pay and gra
tuity; transmitting papers. A. L. S. of Heniy
Laurens. 2 pp. Answered May 18.* 92, 47
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Half-pay for officers at
MAY 15 close of war and gratuity to non-commissioned
officers and privates. A. D. S. of Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1778, May 15. 92, 49
1778 Washington, George, Valley Forge. To the Board of
War [York]. Forwarding supplies from the
south; case of Capt. [Nathaniel] Gait; establish
ment of stages; duplication of soldiers pay.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade and John Fitzgerald. A. Ill, 395
Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
of Congress, York]. Resolves [respecting half-
pay for officers]; evacuation of Philadelphia;
prisoners. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
May 20. Referred to the Committee of Confer
ence, "lately from camp." A. Ill, 399
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X.Y. 1890. 7,19.
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
MAY 18 War, York]. Unnecessary force of militia at
Easton, Bethlehem and Reading. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. A. 111,403
1778 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Valley Forge. To Gouverneur
MAY 18 Morris [York]. Half -pay; council [Committee of
238 LIBEARY OF CONGRESS
Conference]; [Maj. Gen. Thomas Mifflin s] con
duct; [Maj. Gen. Thomas] Conway s imperti
nence. A. D. S. 3 pp. P. I, pt. II, 81
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 16.
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Relief for Western fron-
MAY is tiers. Contemporary cop}*, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Transmitted to Washington.
95,7
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay and rations of officers
MAY 19 while prisoners of the enemy. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1778, May 20. 92, 50
1778 Board of War. [Philadelphia]. To [George] Washington
MAY 19 [Valley Forge]. Atrocities on the Western fron
tier; Col. William Butler; relief of frontier; pro
posed expedition against Detroit. A. L. S. of
Timothy Pickering, jr. 3 pp. 95, 5
1778 Continental Congress, President. York To [George]
MAY 20 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting pa
pers relating to Arm}* matters; title of "The
United States of North America" adopted. A.
L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered May
24* 92, 51
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. [Maj.] Gen. [John] Sulli-
MAY 20 van s request for [Brig.] Gen. [John] Stark s
services. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1778, May 20. 92, 53
1778 Continental Army, Provost. Establishment of. A. D. S.
MAY 20 o f Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington 1778, May 20.
92,54
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAY 21 of Congress, York]. [Brig.] Gen. [Lachlan]
Mclntosh to command at Fort Pitt; his travel
ling expenses. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
June 1. Referred to the Board of War.
A. Ill, 405
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To George Wash-
MAY 21 ington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting resolve.
A. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered
Mav 24* 92,56
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 239
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Exchange and treatment
MAY 21 of prisoners. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1778, May 21. 92, 55
1778 Morris, Gouverneur. York. To [George] Washington
MAY 21 [Valley Forge]. Excessive wisdom of Congress;
probable moves of British; man s self-interest;
resignation [of Maj. Gen. Thomas Conway]. A.
L. S. 3 pp. 22, 178
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Exempting deserters from
-^ IAY 22 British from military service. Broadside. 1 p.
Printed by Hall & Sellers. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington 1778, May 25.
92, 60
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
MAY 23 War, York]. Troops sent to Fort Pitt; diffi
culty with officers. Draft. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 407
1778 Morris, Gouverneur. York. To [George] Washington
MAY 23 [Valley Forge]. Commander for Rhode Island;
exchange of prisoners and retaliations. A. L. S.
1 p. 22, 195
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
of Congress, York], Exchange of prisoners;
affair of Lafayette [at Barren Hill]; evacuation of
Philadelphia; case of Capt. John Vance s com
mission. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 409
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
MAY 25 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting re
solves to be distributed among enemy. A. L. S.
of Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered May 31.*
92, 58
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Establishment of the
MAY 27 Army; pay, rations, quartermasters and others.
Broadside. Printed by Dunlap. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1778,
June 4. 91, 132
1778 Howe, [Sir William]. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
MAY 27 ington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting copies of
conciliatory Acts of Parliament. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, June 4. C. C. 152, 6, 71
240 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Morris, Gouverneur. York. To [George] Washington
Mxy 27 [Valley Forge]. Discussion of the rule of pro
motion; action of Congress; measures to be
adopted on evacuation of Philadelphia by the
British. A. L. S. 2 pp. 23, 239
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAY 28 o f Congress, York], Enemy s preparations to
evacuate Philadelphia. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, June 1. A. Ill, 411
1778 "Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
of Congress, York]. Commission for Lt. Col.
John Gibson. Draft. 1 p. Read in Congress,
June 3. Referred to Board of War.
A. Ill, 413
1778 Continental Congiess, Resolve. Appointment of Commis-
MAY 28 sary of prisoners. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington 1T78, May 29. 92, 63
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Strength of Maj. Henry
MAY 28 Lee s Corps of light dragoons. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1778, May 29.
92, 64
1778 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Valley Forge. To [Henry Lau-
MAY 29 rens]. Disagreement between the U . S. Commis
sioners in France; British Peace Commissioners;
military arrangement. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison and Washing
ton. P. I, pt. II, 89
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7,33.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To George
MAY 29 Washington [Valley Forge], Transmitting re
solves making minor appointments. A. L. 8. of
Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered May 31.*
92, 61
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Rank of civil staff ap-
MAY 29 pointees. Broadside. Printed b} r Dunlap En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1778, June 4. 91, 132
1778 Clinton, [Sir] H[enry]. [Philadelphia.] To [George]
30 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmission of
Acts of Parliament. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
WRITING OF SAMUEL BLATCHLEY WEBB.
ral Cong-i
1778 Continentfj. Congress, Resolve. Strength of
Mu Leo s (. < rps of lii;bt rira--"<>n>.- A. I >.
Charii S Thomson. 1 p. Kim 1 in A
^t 10 ovujuvw ->y
Continent-el Congress President.
Wrisl.ingtn,, [Valley Foi-jro
solve.> making minor appoin
Henry Luiirens. 1 p. Ann
Con .mental Congress, Ro.^oJvo. Kan
pointees. Broadside. Piin
closed in President ot (Vnu
1 7 IS, . nne 4.
1778 ion. Bir] H[enry]. [Philadol|
M-Av:iO ;<hiugtou* [Valley Forjjf
Parliament. Contc
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CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 241
In handwriting of James McHenry. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
June 4. C. C. 152, 6, 75
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
MAY 31 of Congress, York]. Evacuation of Philadelphia;
disposition of public and private stores left therein.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, June 2. Referred
to McKean, Witherspoon and James Smith.
A. Ill, 415
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [Lt. Gen.] Sir
MAY 31 Henry Clinton [Philadelphia]. Letters or de
spatches for Congress. Contemporary copy. Ip.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
June 4. C. C. 152, 6, 79
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 43.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To George
MAY 31 Washington [Valley Forge]. Transmitting re
solves. A. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p. An
swered June 2.* 92, 65
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To the President
JuNE 2 of Congress [York]. Proscription of Philadel
phia loyalists. Draft. 2pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
June 4. A. Ill, 419
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 51.
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Ration allowances. Broad-
JUNE 2 side. Printed by Dunlap. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1778, June 4. 91, 132
1778 Clinton, [Sir] H[enry]. Philadelphia. To [George]
JUNE 3 Washington. Transmitting conciliatory Acts of
Parliament. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of James McHenry. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress 1778,
June 4. C. C. 152, 6, 67
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
JUNE 4 of Congress, York]. Transmitting letters from
Clinton and Howe. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
June 6. A. HI, 423
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
JUNE 4 Washington [Valley Forge]. Forwarding printed
28632 06 16
242 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
copies of establishment of the army and blank
oaths of "Abjuration." A. L. S. of Henry
Laurens. 2 pp. Answered June 7.* 91, 130
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Duties of committee of ar-
JUNE 4 rangement of the Army. A. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1778, June 4. 92, 1
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Protection of Philadelphia
JUNE 4 and property on evacuation by British. A. D. S.
of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1778, June 5.
92,4
1778 Roberdeau, Daniel. York. To [George] Washington
JUNE 4 [Valley Forge]. Application for lead smelters
from the army. A. L. S. 3 pp. 23, 288
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To George
JUNE 5 Washington [Valley Forge]. Measures respect
ing evacuation of Philadelphia by the British. A.
L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered June
7.* 91, 2
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
JUNE 6 War, York]. Want of cartouche boxes. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. Ill, 427
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
[JUNE] 6 Washington [Valley Forge]. Replies of Con
gress to Howe and Clinton. A. L. S. of Henry
Laurens. 1 p. Answered June 9.* 92, 5
Dated in error May 6.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [Richard,]
[JUNE] 6 Lord Howe [Philadelphia]. Acts of Parliament;
peace. Auto, draft signed of Henry Laurens.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1778, June 6. The same letter to
Sir Henry Clinton. 92, 7
Dated in error May t>.
1778 Washington. George. Valley Forge. To [the President
JUNE 7 of Congress, York]. Arrival of the British peace
commissioners. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
June i). Referred to R. H. Lee, S. Adams, and
Marchant. A. Ill, 429
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 243
1778 Laurens, Henry. York. To [George] Washington [Val-
JUNE 8 ley Forge]. Delay in the Ticonderoga investi
gation; trouble among the commissioners in
France. A. L. S. 2 pp. 23, 330
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
JuNE 9 of Congress, York]. Letters of Lord Howe and
Sir Henry Clinton; passport for Dr [Adam] Fer
guson. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of James
McHenry. Read in Congress June 11. Referred
to R. H. Lee, S. Adams and Marchant.
A. Ill, 431
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [Lt. Gen.] Sir
JuxE9 Henry Clinton [Philadelphia]. Passport for
[Dr. Adam] Ferguson. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of James McHenry. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
June 9. C. C. 152, 6, 93
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [Francis] Dana
JUNE 9 [York]. Requesting his presence in camp. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of James McHenry.
A. Ill, 433
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Payment for officers
JUNE 9 rations. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, June 14. 92, 16
1778 Board of War. York. To [George] Washington [Valley
JrxE9 Forge]. Blankets from North Carolina; car
tridge-boxes; shoes. A. L. S. of Timothy Pick
ering, jr. 2pp. Answered June 15.* 27,344
1778 British Peace Commissioners. Philadelphia. To the Presi
dent and members of Congress [York]. Propo
sition for cessation of hostilities; designs of
France, etc. Contemporary copy. 5 pp. In
handwriting of Henry Laurens. Enclosed in
Laurens to Washington, 1778, June 18. 24, 58
1778 Clinton, [Sir] H[enry]. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
JcNE 9 ington [Valley Forge]. Arrival of British Peace
Commissioners. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
June 9. C. C. 152, 6, 91
1778 Duane, James; Volkert P. Louw. Albany [New York].
JUNE 9 To [George Washington, Valley Forge]. Errand
244 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
of the Seneca chiefs; depredations and conditions
on the northern frontier. Contemporary * 0py.
4 pp. In handwriting of James McHenry. En
closed in Washington to the President of Congress,
1778, June 21. C. C. 152, 6, 131
1778 Morris, Gouverneur. York. To [George] Washington
JUNE 9 [Valley Forge]. Arrangement of army; meas
ures on evacuation of Philadelphia; minor mili
tary matters. A. L. S. 2 pp. 23, 342
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the President
JUNE 10 of Congress, York]. Maj. [Richard] Campbell s
commission. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress June
15. Referred to Board of War. "(Acted
upon)" A. Ill, 435
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the President
JUNE 11 of Congress, York]. Transmitting letters. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress June 13. A. Ill, 437
[1778] Washington, George. Valley Forge. To Henry Laurens
[JUNE 11] [York]. Opening of letters; caution in delivery
[of epistles from the British Peace Commission
ers]. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. P. I, pt. II, 93
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 57.
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
JUNE 11 Washington [Valley Forge]. Passport for [Dr.]
Adam Ferguson; inquiry into the late Quarter
master-General [Thomas Mifflin] s conduct.
A. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered
June 15.* 92, 9
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Inquiry into conduct of
JUNE 11 Maj. Gen. [Thomas] Mifflin, late Quartermaster
General. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1778, June 11. 92, 11
1778 Continental Congress, Report of Board of War on Expedi-
JUNE 11 tion into the Indian country; recommendations
etc. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 4 pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1778, June 14. 92, 14
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Report of Board of War
JUNE 11 on the Indian situation; causes of the raids; hos
tile and friendly tribes; reduction of Detroit;
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 245
expedition against the Senecas. Contemporary
copy. 4: pp. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1778, July 27. 25, 86
1778 Dana, Francis. York. To [George] Washington [Valley
Forge]. Work of arranging the army. A. L. S.
2 pp. 24, 5
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
JuxE 14 Washington [Valley Forge]. Address of British
Peace Commissioners; rations to officers; cer
tain appointments. A. L. S. of Henry Laurens.
1 p. Answered June 15.* 92, 12
1778 Laurens, Henry. York. To [Gov.] George Johnstone,
JUNE 14 Philadelphia. The Peace Commissioners; atti
tude of Congress. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Laurens. Enclosed in Laurens
to Washington, 1778, June 18. 24, 61
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the President
JUNE 15 of Congress, York]. Value of rations; case of
[Maj.] Gen. [Thomas] Mifflin; evacuation of Phila
delphia; exchange of prisoners. Draft. 2pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress June 18. Referred to the Board of
War " who are directed to report to Congress the
grounds & terms upon which the exchange of
prisoners between Genl. Washington & Genl.
Clinton has taken place." A. Ill, 439
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To Joseph Reed
JrNE 15 [York]. His letter to Gov. [George] Johnstone.
Auto, draft signed. 1 p. P. I, pt. II, 105
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] Orders establish-
J UNE 15 ing the office of Inspector-General; plan of duties
etc. "Extract from the Orders. Rob. H. Harri
son. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1778, June 18? C.C. 152,6,111
1778 Washington, George. Valley Forge. To [the Board of
JUNE 15 War, York]. Blankets; draft of mechanics and
workmen from the ranks; cannisters to supply
the place of cartouche boxes. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. A. Ill, 443
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [Daniel Rober-
JuNE 15 deau, York]. Men from the ranks to work at
the lead mines. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of James McHenry. A. Ill, 447
246 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Knox, H[enrj]. [White Plains.] To [George] Washing-
J UNE 15 ton [White Plains]. Embarrassment caused by
regulations of Congress of Feb. 12. Contempo
rary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Richard
Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Aug. 3.
C. C. 152, 6, 205
1778 Board of War, [York, Pennsylvania.] To [George] Wash-
JUNE 16 ington [Valley Forge]. Need of arms in the
Northern army. A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering,
jr. 2 pp. 95, 89
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
JUNE 17 Washington [Valley Forge]. Enclosing certain
commissions, resolves, letters, etc. A. L. S. of
Henry Laurens. 1 p. 92, 17
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To the Earl of
JUNE 17 Carlisle, William Eden and [Gov.] George John-
stone [Philadelphia]. British disposition for
peace. Contemporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1778,
June 17. 92, 21
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Correspondence with the
JUNE 17 enemy. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1777, June 17. 92, 19
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the President
JuNK 18 of Congress, York]. Evacuation of Philadelphia
has taken place; army is in pursuit. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress June 20. Referred to the
Committee of Intelligence. A. HI, 449
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 66.
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the President
JUNE 18 of Congress, York]. Correspondence with the
British Peace Commissioners; [Maj.] Gen. [Bene
dict] Arnold to command in Philadelphia. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress June 20. A. Ill, 451
Printed. Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 68.
1778 Washington, George. [Valley Forge.] To [the President
JUNE 18 of Congress, York]. Baron Steuben s visit to
Congress; promotion of Capt. [Caleb] Gibbs; the
CORKESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 247
commander in chief s guard. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. Ill, 445
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 66,
note.
1778 Laurens, Henry. York. To George Washington [Valley
JUNE 18 Forge]. British Peace Commissioners; corre
spondence with members of Congress; power of
Congress over private letters. A. L. S. 3 pp.
24, 52
1778 Board of War. [York.] To [George] Washington [Valley
JUNE 19 Forge]. Detaching troops for defense of the
western frontier. A. L. S. of Timothy Picker
ing, jr. 2pp. Answered June 22.* 95,102
1778 Washington, George. [Doylestown, Pennsylvania.] To
JUNE 20 [the President of Congress, York]. Pursuit of
the enemy. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
June 23. A. Ill, 455
1778 Continental Congress, President. York. To [George]
JUNE 20 Washington [Doylestown]. Ticonderoga investi
gation; British Peace Commission. A. L. S. of
Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered June 28.*
92, 22
1778 Washington, George. " 10 miles from Coryell s" [Ferry,
JJ- XE 21 New Jersey]. To [the President of] Congress
[York]. Visit of Seneca chiefs to camp. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. A. Ill, 457
1778 Washington, George. Near Coryeirs. To [the President
JUNE 22 of Congress, York]. Route of the enemy. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. A. Ill, 461
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7,73.
1778 Washington, George. Near Coryell s. To the Board of
JUNE 22 War [York], Indian war in the Western Depart
ment; companies ordered thither; question of
commander. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 463
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York] To [George]
JUNE 25 Washington [Kingston, New Jersey]. Adjourn
ment of Congress to Philadelphia. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 13, II, 11
248
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Troops to be raised by
JUNE 25 Massachusetts; Rhode Island battalion; arms for
[Maj.] Gen. [John] Sullivan; building of armed
galleys. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Transmitted to Wash
ington. 92, 24
1778 Continental Congress, President. [York.] To [George]
JUNE 27 Washington [near Englishtown, New Jerse} ].
Note of resolves transmitted. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 15
1778 Washington, George. Englishtown [New Jersey]. To
JUNE 28 [the President of Congress, York]. The military
situation. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 465
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 76.
177g Monmouth, (Battle of). Return of killed, wounded and miss-
j UNE 28 ing of the Continental Army. A. D. of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1778, July 1. C. C. 152, 6, 159
1778 Washington, George. "Fields near Monmouth Court
JUNE 29 House." To [the President of Congress, York].
Brief announcement of the engagement at Mon
mouth. Draft. 1 p. In hand writing of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 467
1778 Washington, George. Englishtown. To [the President
JULY 1 of Congress, York]. Account of preliminary
mancevers and the battle of Monmouth. Draft.
9 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. A. Ill, 469
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 78.
[1778] Washington, George. [New Brunswick, New Jersey.] To
[JULY 7] [the President of Congress, Philadelphia.] Move
ments of enemy; unsettled state of rank. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son and Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress,
July 9. A. Ill, 481
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 93.
1778 Laurens, Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
JULY 7 [New Brunswick]. Publication of Washington s
letters to Congress; the victory at Monmouth.
A. L. S. 2 pp. 24, 277
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JuLY 8 [George] Washington [near New Brunswick, New
Jersey]. Thanks of Congress for movements
CORKESPONDENCE OF GEOEGE WASHINGTON 249
preceding and during battle of Monmouth.
A. L. S. of Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered
July 12*. 91,225
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Committee to arrange the
JULY 9 army. Contemporary copy, attested by Henry
Laurens. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, July 11. 91, 124
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 10 [George] Washington [near Paramus, New Jer
sey], Accounts of D Estaing s fleet; British naval
strength at New York. A. L. S. of Henry Lau
rens. 2 pp. Answered July 14.* 91, 118
1778 Washington, George. Paramus. To Henry Laurens
J ULY I 1 [Philadelphia]. Thanks of Congress on occasion
of the battle of Monmouth. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
P. I, pt. II, 109
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 11 [George] Washington [Paramus]. Transmitting
resolves; suggested attack on British at Rhode
Island; adoption of word "America." A. L. S.
of Henry Laurens. 2 pp. Answered July 22.*
91, 122
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Washington s cooperation
JULY 11 with D Estaing. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1778, July 11. 91, 120
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Militia for cooperation
JULY 11 with the French. Contemporary copy, attested
by Henry Laurens. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1778, July 11.
91, 121
1778 Washington, George. Paramus. To [the President of
JULY 12 Congress, Philadelphia]. March of the army;
French fleet s arrival. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, July 15. A. Ill, 483
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7,96.
1778 [Washington, George.] Paramus. To William Henry
JULY 12 Drayton [Philadelphia]. Approbation of his
countrymen; friendship. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. P. 1, pt. II, 111
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 5,439.
250 LIBKAEY OF CONGRESS
1778 Washington, George. Paramus. To [the President of
JULY 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Communication with
the French fleet and movement of army. Draft.
2pp. In handwriting of James McHenry. Head
in Congress, July 17. A. Ill, 487
1778 Washington, George. Paramus. To Comte D Estaing
JULY 14 [off Sandy Hook?] Strength of British fleet;
facilities for correspondence, etc. Contemporary
copy. 2pp. In handwriting of James McHenry.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, July 22. C. C. 152, 6, 191
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6, 99.
1778 Washington, George. Paramus. To Comte D Estaing
JULY 15 [off Sandy Hook?] Present of live stock. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of James
McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1778, July 28.
C. C. 152, 6, 197
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Prisoners taken by the
JULY 15 French. Contemporary cop}^ attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1778, July 17. 91, 125
1778 Washington, George. Haverstraw Bay [New York]. To
JULY 17 Comte D Estaing [off Sand} T Hook?]. Co-opera
tion. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In hand
writing of James McHenry. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, July
22. C. C. 152, 6, 193
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 6,101.
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 17 [George] Washington [Haverstraw, New York].
Transmitting resolves. A. L. S. of Henry Lau-
rens. 1 p. Answered July 22.* 91, 126
1778 Laurens, Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
JULY 18 [Haverstraw]. Letters for Comte D Estaing;
letter from the British Peace Commissioners.
A. L. S. 2 pp. 24, 347
1778 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Albany. To [the President of
JULY 19 Congress, Philadelphia]. Expedition against
Indian country; Oneida and Tuscarora chiefs.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in Board
of War to Washington, 1778, July 27. 25, 91
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 251
1778 Washington, George. Near White Plains [New York].
JULY 22 To [the President of Congress, Philadelphia].
D Estaing s project against New York; expedition
to Rhode Island; Indians on the Western fron
tier. Draft. 5 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison and James McHenry ?. Read in
Congress, July 27. Referred to Board of War
in what respects Capt. Gibbs. A. Ill, -191
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 108.
1778 Washington, George. Near White Plains. To the Presi-
JuLY 22 dent of Congress [Philadelphia]. Baron
D Arendt s resignation. Draft signed. 1 p. In
handwriting of John Laurens. A. Ill, 495
1778 Washington,] G[eorge]. White Plains. To Henry Laurens
JULY 24 [Philadelphia]. Captures by American vessels;
British Peace Commissioners letter; Chevalier de
la Neufville and foreign officers in the arnvy;
Baron Steuben s desires. Draft. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
P. I, pt. II, 113
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 119.
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Deferring expedition
JuLY 25 against Detroit; Brig. Gen. [Lachlan] Macintosh s
expedition against Indian towns; Virginia troops.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in Board
of War to Washington, 1778, July 27. 25, 88
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
JULY 26 of Congress, Philadelphia]. The question of
Baron Steuben s command. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read in
Congress, Aug. 1. Referred to Reed, Boudinot
and Chase. A. Ill, 497
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7,124.
1778 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington
JuLY 2/ [White Plains]. Expeditions into the Indian coun
try; the Six Nations; news from the frontier.
A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 3 pp. 25, 84
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President of
JULY 28 Congress, Philadelphia]. Decision respecting the
court of inquiry on [Maj.] Gen. [Israel] Putnam.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 4. Referred
to Hosmer, R. H. Lee and Scudder.
A. Ill, 499
252 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JULY 28 [White Plains]. The Invalid Corps. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 1 p. 95, 211
1778 Phillips, W[illiam]. Cambridge [Massachusetts]. ToMaj.
JuLY29 Gen. [William] Heath [Boston]. Clothingfor Con
vention troops; officer to go to Canada. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. Jn handwriting of James Mc-
Henry. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 17T8, Aug. 16. C. C. 152, 6, 261
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JuLY 30 [George] Washington [White Plains]. Military
appointments; brevets for foreigners. A. L. S.
of Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered Aug. 7.*
91, 128
1778 Keppel, Augustus, Viscount]. [H. M. S.] Victory, at Sea.
JULY 30 To Philip Stephens [Whitehall]. Account of
engagement between French and British fleets
with list of British losses. Contemporary copy.
4 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Oct. 14. C. C. 152, 6, 403
1778 Sullivan, John. Providence [Rhode Island]. To [George
AuG - 1 Washington, White Plains]. The military situa
tion in Rhode Island. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of John Fitzgerald. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Aug. 3. C. C. 152, 6, 209
1778 Morris, Gouverneur. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
AuG - 2 ington [White Plains]. Baron de la Neufville s
brevet; victory at Monmouth and the aftermath.
A. L. S. 2 pp. 25, 116
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
of Congress, Philadelphia]. Disputes of rank;
confusion in the cavalry service; Rhode Island
expedition; D Estaing; Clothier general. Draft.
8 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Aug. 10. A. Ill, 503
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 137.
Washington, George. W r hite Plains. To [the Board of
1778 War, Philadelphia]. Arguments against the pro-
AuG - 3 posed expedition into the Indian country. Draft.
6pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. Ill, 511
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 131.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 253
1778 D Estaing, [Charles Henri Theodar, Comte]. At sea. To
AUG. 3 [George] Washington [White Plains]. Disap
pointments at Sandy Hook; [Maj.] Gen. [John]
Sullivan; health of the fleet; Lt. Col. [John]
Laurens; general arrangements. Contemporary
copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. (In French.) Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1778, Aug. 7.
C. C. 152, 6, 219
1778 Laurens, John. Providence [Rhode Island]. To [George]
AUG. 4 Washington [White Plains]. Journal of opera
tions of French fleet at Rhode Island from July
25 to Aug. 4. Contemporary copy. 16 pp. In
handwriting of James McHenry, Tench Tilgh-
inan and Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Aug. 7. C. C. 152, 6, 223
1778 [Heath, William.] Boston. To [George Washington,
AUG. 6 White Plains]. Convention officer to go to Canada
by way of the lakes. [Extract of letter.] Con
temporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1778, Aug. 16.
C. C. 152, 6, 259
1778 Sullivan, John. Providence [Rhode Island]. To [George]
AUG. 6 Washington [White Plains]. Destruction of
British frigates; tardiness of militia. Contem
porary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of James
McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Aug. 13.
C. C. 152, 6, 251
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. of Congress, Philadelphia]. Major [Caleb]
Gibbs s commission; advices from Rhode Island;
fire in New York Cit}^. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Aug. 10. A. Ill, 517
1778 Washington, George. [W T hite Plains.] To [the President
AUG. 7 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Transmitting copies
of Comte D Estaing s letters. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Aug. 10. A. Ill, 519
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. Extract of General
AUG. 7 Orders. Establishment of rank of dragoon
254 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
officers. D. S.: "S. Moylan. Col. C. L. D."
1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1778, Sept. 23. C. C. 152, 6, 379
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. 9 of Congress, Philadelphia]. British fleet sailing
from New York. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 521
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. 9 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Employment of
Hessian officers who wish to join the Continental
Army. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Aug.
18. Referred to the Board of War. A. 111,523
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To Richard H[enry]
AUG. 9 Lee [Philadelphia]. Resignation of Col. [Alex
ander] Spotswood. Draft. 3 pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison and Washington.
A. Ill, 525
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To the President of
AUG. 11 Congress [Philadelphia]. Military chest ex
hausted. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. Ill, 529
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. 13 of Congress, Philadelphia]. News from Rhode
Island; minor military matters. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read
in Congress, Aug. 15. A. Ill, 531
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 13 [George] Washington [White Plains]. Trans
mitting resolves and sundry papers relating to
British Peace Commissioners. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 13, II, 44
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. 16 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Clothing for the
Convention troops. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Referred to
Chase, Duer and R. H. Lee. A. Ill, 533
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
of Congress, Philadelphia]. Advices from Rhode
Island. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress Aug. 21.
A. Ill, 535
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 153.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 255
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 16 [George] Washington, "White Plains. Corre
spondence; papers relative to charges against
[Maj.] Gen. [Arthur] St. Clair; various resolves.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, II, 46
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. 19 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Situation in Rhode
Island; reenlistments. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of .Robert Hanson Harrison. A. HI, 537
1778 Washington, G[eorge]. White Plains. To Henry Lau-
AUG. 20 rens [Philadelphia]. Conduct of Gov. [George]
Johnstone; trouble caused by French officers.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. P. I, pt. II, 129
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) K. Y. 1890. 7, 155.
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AI-G. 20 [George] Washington, White Plains. Transmit
ting resolve. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 49
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 20 [George] Washington. White Plains. Enclos
ing Committee report on letter relating to Baron
Steuben. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, II, 51
1778 Continental Army, Council of War. White Plains. Degrees
AuG - 20 of punishment in the army. Contemporary copy.
4 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Aug. 31. C. C. 152, 6, 317
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. 21 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Advices from Rhode
Island; ships returning to Sandy Hook. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Aug. 25. A. Ill, 539
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. 21 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Memorial of Col.
[Moses] Rawlings and the Maryland officers.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 25. Referred
to the Board of War. A. Ill, 541
1778 D Estaing, [Charles Henri Theodat, Comte]. [Rhode
AUG. 21 Island] To Maj. Gen. [John] Sullivan [Before
Newport]. Sailing for Boston; condition of fleet;
orders from the king. Contemporary copy.
256
3 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
(In French.) Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 17T8, Aug. 25.
C. C. 152, 6, 297
English translation of same in handwriting of
Charles Thomson. 3 pp. C. C. 152, 6, 301
1778 Greene, N[athanaet]. On board the Languedoc. To Comte
AUG. 21 D Estaing. Remonstrance against French fleet
leaving for Boston; urging attack. Contemporary
copy. 4 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Aug. 25. C. C. 152, 6, 293
1778 Continental Army, General Officers. Before Newport. To
AI-G. 22 [Comte D Estaing, Rhode Island]. Protest against
French fleet going to Boston. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress 1778, Aug. 25.
C. C. 152, 6, 305
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 23 [George] Washington, White Plains. Proceedings
of Maj. Gen. [Charles] Lee s court-martial before
Congress. Letter-book copy, marked " not sent"
C. C. 13, II, 51
1778 Sullivan, John. Before Newport [Rhode Island]. To
AUG. 23 [George] Washington [White Plains]. Sailing of
French fleet for Boston; delicate situation. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress 1778, Aug. 25.
C. C. 152, 6, 289
1778 Sullivan, John. Before Newport. To the General Officers
AUG. 23 in camp. Questions as to operations of the army.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
James McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1778, Aug. 25.
C. C. 152, 6, 309
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. 24 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Transmitting letter
from [Maj.] Gen. [John] Sullivan. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. Ill, 545
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 257
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. 25 O f Congress, Philadelphia]. Situation in Rhode
Island. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 28.
A. Ill, 547
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To Henr} T Laurens
AUG. 25 [Philadelphia]. Need of gold for secret service.
Auto, draft signed. 1 p. P. I, pt. II, 141
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7, 163,
note.
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To the Board of
AUG. 28 War [Philadelphia]. Returns of officers; rank,
etc. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. HI, 549
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 28 [George] Washington, White Plains. Printing
of proceedings of court-martial of Maj. Gen.
[Charles] Lee; transmitting resolve. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 13, II, 55
1778 Laurens, Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
AUG. 29 [White Plains]. Hard money for special uses;
attitude of British Peace Commissioners; minor
matters and the present situation. A. L. S.
2 pp. 25, 276
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 30 [George] Washington, [White Plains]. Money for
secret service; Capt. Josiah Stoddard s memorial.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, II, 57
1778 Continental Army, Artillery. Captain-Lieutenants [White
AUG. 30 Plains]. To[George Washington, White Plains].
Pay question. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Peter Presley Thornton? En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Apr. 24. C. C. 152, 7, 271
1778 [Heath, William.] Boston. To [George Washington,
AUG. 30 White Plains], Supplies wanted by the French
fleet. [Extract of letter.] 1 p. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, Sep. 7.
C. C. 152, 6, 349
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
AUG. 31 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Commissions in Ar-
mand s corps; contentions of Du Portail; capital
28632 C6 17
258 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
punishment in the Army; situation in Rhode
Island. Draft, -t pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Sep. 3.
Referred to the Board of War. A. Ill, 551
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Arc;. 31 [George] Washington, White Plains. Enlistment
of militia for the war; bountj^. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 13, II, 60
1778 Morris, Gouverneur. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Wash-
AUG. 31 ington [White Plains]. Recruiting the army;
hard money bounty. A. L. 8. 1 p. 25, 311
[1778] Collier, William. [Quebec?] Report respecting American
[AUG. ?] prisoners started toward Boston. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1779, Aug. 26. 93, 325
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President of
SEP. 1 Congress, Philadelphia]. Retreat from Rhode
Island. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Referred to the Committee of
Intelligence. A. IV, pt. I. 1
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To Silas Deane,
SEP. 2 Philadelphia. Exchange of Col. [Samuel Blatch-
ley] Webb; news from Rhode Island. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. A. IV, pt. I, 3
1778 Sullivan, John. Providence. To [George Washington,
SEP. 3 White Plains]. Protest of officers against French
fleet going to Boston. Contemporary copy. 3
pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Sep. 4. C. C. 152, 6, 333
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
SEP - 4 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Retreat from Rhode
Island; arrival of [Sir Peter] Parker off New
York. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Sep. 7.
A. IV, pt. I, 5
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
SEP. 4 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Protest of Conti
nental officers to Comte D Estaing; designs of
enemy; bounty for enlistments. Draft. 5 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. I, 7
Printed: Writing of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7,175.
COKKESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 259
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To Henry Laurens
SEP. 4 [Philadelphia]. Report of Lt. Col. [John] Lau-
rens s bravery at Rhode Island; return of gold.
Auto, draft signed. 2 pp. P. I, pt. II, 147
1778 Washington,] G[eorge]. White Plains. To Gouverneur
SEP. 5 Morris [Philadelphia]. Danger in bounties of
coin. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. P. I, pt. II, 149
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 179.
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP - 5 [George] Washington, White Plains. Transmit
ting resolves. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 63
1778 Continental Army, Blankets. White Plains. Return of
SEP. 6 blankets wanting in the several brigades. Tabular
statement. D. S. of Alexander Scammell. 1 p.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Sep. 7. C. C. 152, 6, 345
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
SEP. 7 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Provisions and wood
for French fleet; want of blankets. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Sep. 10. Referred to Board
of War. A. IV, pt. I, 13
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP- 10 [George] Washington, White Plains. , Acknowl
edging letters and transmitting resolves. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 13, II, 72
1778 Gates, Horatio, Jacob Bayley and Moses Hazen. White
SEP. 10 Plains. To [George Washington, White Plains].
Report on proposed expedition to Canada; routes,
supplies, etc. Contemporary copy. 5 pp. In
handwriting of John Laurens. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Sep. 12. C. C. 152, 6, 359
1778 Washington,] G[eorge]. White Plains. To [the President
SEP. 12 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Inspector-General
ship and Baron Steuben s appointment; out
rages of British; position of Continental Army.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Sep. 14.
A. IV, pt. I, 19
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 7,189,
note.
260 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To [the President
SEP - 12 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Proposed expedition
to Canada and preparations necessary. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Head in Congress, Sep. 15. Referred to Lee and
Drayton. A. IV, pt. I, 15
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 191.
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To Henry Laurens
SEP - 12 [Philadelphia]. Gov. [George] Johnstone; Mons.
Galvan; letters; Gerard [de Rayneval]. Auto.
draft signed. 2 pp. P. I, pt. II, 153
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7, 193.
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 12 [George] Washington, White Plains. Transmit
ting resolves; terms of Saratoga Convention and
miscellaneous militaiy matters. Letter-book
copy with postscript in handwriting of Henry
Laurens. C. C. 13, II, 75
[1778] [Clark, John jr. and James Johnston.] Plan for settling
[SKP. 12] back ration accounts. A. D. of Clark. 2 pp.
Enclosed in preceding entry. 95, 295
1778 Clark, John jr. and James Johnston. [Philadelphia.] To
George Washington [White Plains]. Settlement
of ration accounts. A. L. S. of Clark, signed
also by Johnston. 1 p. 95, 293
1778 Washington, George. White Plains. To the Board of
SEP - 14 War [Philadelphia]. Clothing, hats, shoes etc.;
cartouche boxes; prisoners at Easton [Pennsyl
vania]. Draft. 5 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. I, 25
1778 Continental Army, Board of General Officers. White Plains.
SEP. 15 Settlement of rank of artillery field officers. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1778, Sep. 23.
C. C. 152, <), 875
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
SEP. 16 [George] Washington [White Plains]. Magazines
for projected winter expedition into Canada;
clothing, snowshoes and other supplies. Letter-
book copy. C. C. II, 82
1778 [Greene, Nathanael.] Boston. To [George] Washington
SEP. 16 [White Plains]. Exorbitant price of forage.
[Extract of letter.] Contemporary copy. 1 p.
WRITING OF ALEXANDER CONTEE HANSON.
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^rai t. 5 pp. In liai .J\vriti"iL >- "1 J{t>t-:
! f:irrison. A. 1\ . [>t !. v 1 "
1778 Continenta] A r . ^, Board of General Officers. WlMc-j^um-.
Sc ; !* nt of rank of artillery field offiiVis. < <>n
teiu - "py- 2pp. Inhandwritingof TiMU i
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1778 Continental Congaes. President. i uti.-u!- ,
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1778 ;Greeu, Nulhanaei. j liostoi To lOeor^! W
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COREESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 261
In handwriting of Tench Tilghnmn. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Sep. 23. C. C. 152, 6, 381
1778 Washington, George. West Point [New York]. To the
SEP. 19 Board of War [Philadelphia], Enlistment of pris
oners and deserters; clothing for cavalry. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt, 1, 29
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg [New York]. To
SEP. 22 the several States. Need of forage; exorbitant
prices demanded. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of James McHenry. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Sep. 23. C. C. 152, 0, 373
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
SEP. 23 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Purchase of flour;
expense of the horse troops; teams; claims against
the Quartermaster; position of army. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Sep. 28. Referred to
Committee on Col. Elaine s memorial and H.
Hollingsworth s letter. A. IV, pt. I, 33
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7, 197,
note.
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 27 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Trans
mitting resolve; commission of Lt. Col. to John
[Jean Baptiste] Ternant. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 91
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
SEP. 29 of Congress Philadelphia]. French interest in
exchange of prisoners; surprise of Col. [George]
Baylor s troop ; minor military maneuvers. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read
in Congress, Oct. 5. Referred to Board of War.
A. IV, pt. I, 35
1778 Continental Congress, Committee. Enlistment of prisoners
SEP. 30 and deserters; Pulaski s corps. A. L. S. of
Joseph Heed. 4 pp. 27, 79
Committee on arrangement of the army: Reed, Lovell, and Wither-
spoon.
[1778] [Armand-Tufin, Charles; Marquis de la Rouerie.] [White
[SEP.?] Plains.] Arrangement of officers in corps. A. D.
2 pp. Endorsed by Charles Thomson: "wch.
Genl. Washington can not confirm." Re-
262 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
ferred to Board of War. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, Sep.
23. C. C. 152, 6, 383
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia] To
OCT. 2 [George] Washington [Fishkill]. Transmitting
resolve. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, II, 93
1778 Washington, George. Fishkill [New York]. To [the
OCT. 3 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Movement
of troops; surprise of Baylor s detachment.
Draft, marked "Copy." 2pp. In handwriting
of George Baylor. Read in Congress, Oct. 7.
A. IV, pt. I, 39
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 7,203.
1778 Washington, George. Fishkill. To Henry Laureus [Phil-
OCT. 3 adelphia]. Intelligence of British plans; reasons
operating against truth of same. Auto, draft
signed. 3 pp. P. I, pt. II, 165
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 7,205,
note.
1778 Washington,] G[eorge]. Fishkill. To [Gouverneur Mor-
OCT. 4 ris, Philadelphia]. Queries as to the situation;
extravagant prices; finances: temper of the army.
Auto, draft signed. 4 pp. P. I, pt. II, 173
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 7,208.
1778 Washington, George. [Fishkill.] To the Board of War
OCT. 5 [Philadelphia]. Clothing; lack of shoes. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of John Laurens.
A. IV, pt. I, 41
1778 Lee, Richard Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
OCT. 5 ington [Fishkill]. Reenlisting army; deprecia
tion of currency; designs of British; rise in
price of flour. A. L. S. 2 pp. 27, 62
1778 Washington, George. Fishkill. To [the President of
OCT. 6 Congress, Philadelphia]. Lafayette s request for
a furlough to return to France. Draft. 3 pp.
In handwriting of John Laurens. Read in Con
gress, Oct. 13. Referred to R. H. Lee, W r ither-
spoon, S. Adams, and Drayton.
A. IV, pt. I, 43
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 7, 210.
1778 Washington, George. Fishkill. To [Joseph Reed, Phila-
OCT. 6 delphia]. Status of Count [Casimir] Pulaski s
corps. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. A. IV, pt. 1, 47
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 263
1778 Otis & Andrews. Boston. To Timothy Pickering- [jr.]
OCT. 8 [Fredericksburg.] Cloth for uniforms; high
prices of everything.
OCT. 8 Same to Richard Peters [Philadelphia], Clothing supplies.
Contemporary copies. In handwriting of John
Fitzgerald. Enclosed in Washington to the Board
of War, 1778, Oct. 11. C. C. 152, 6, 585
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 9 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Trans
mitting resolve. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 103
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To the Board of
OCT. 10 War [Philadelphia]. Clothing for Col. [John]
Patton s regiment. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 49
1778 Laurens, Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
OCT. 10 [Fredericksburg]. Correspondence and minor
matters; Britain s situation; danger to South
Carolina and Georgia. A. L. S. 3 pp. 27, 160
1778 Nicholas, Samuel. Providence [Rhode Island]. To the
OCT. 10 Board of War, Philadelphia. Clothing from
France; quality, color, etc. Contemporary copy.
In handwriting of John Fitzgerald. Enclosed in
Washington to the Board of War, 1778, Oct. U.
C. C. 152, 6, 585
1778 Washington, George. Near Fredericksburg. To the
OCT. 11 Board of War [Philadelphia]. Want of clothing
for officers; complaints of the Clothier General s
Department. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Nov. 30. Referred to the Committee on Clothier
Department, James Searle added.
A. IV, pt. I, 51
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
OCT. 13 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Trans
mitting resolves. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 108
1778 Washington, George. Near Fredericksburg. To [the
OCT. 14 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Account
of naval engagement between D Estaing and
Keppel, July 27; designs of enenry; loss of the
Raleigh. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
264 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Oct. 20. Ordered to lie on the table.
A. IV, pt. I, 55
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6, 89.
Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
[George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Trans
mitting resolves. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 112
Connolly, John. Philadelphia. To George Washington
1778 [Fredericksburg]. Praying for release from
confinement. A. L. S. 3 pp. Enclosed in
Washington to Congress, 1778, Oct. 31.
C. C. 152, 6, 435
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
OCT. 18 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Price of provisions;
enemy s embarkation at New York. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in
Congress, Oct. 27. A. IV, pt. I. 57
1778 Washington, George. [Fredericksburg.] To the Board
OCT. 18 of War, Philadelphia. Want of shoes; clothing
and blankets. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. I, 59
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the Presi-
OCT. 21 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Request of
Chevalier Mauduit du Plessis to return to France.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. A. IV, pt. I, 61
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
OCT. 22 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Complaints of illicit
commerce with enemy; gaining secret intelli
gence; Lt. Col. [William (] Butler s expedition
against Anaquaga; removal of Convention troops;
seditious papers; fortifications; movements of
troops; inhabitants of German Flats; want of
money. Draft. 7pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. I, 63
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 223.
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Ocr w [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Trans
mitting resolves and intelligence from New York.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, II, 125
Continental Congress, Resolve. Maj. Gen. [Horatio] Gates
to take command at Boston. Contemporary copy
OCT 9 2
attested by Richard Kidder Meade. 1 p. Trans
mitted to Washington. W
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 265
1778 Clinton, George, Ph[ilip John] Schuy .ar, and Edward
OCT. 22 Hand. Poughkeepsie [New York]. To [George
Washington Fredericksburg]. Report oji the
expediency of an expedition against the Indians
and their town of Chemung. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Oct. 27. C. C. 152, 0, 423
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
OCT. 23 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. The
Refugee petition to the British Peace Commis
sioners; Maj. Gen. [Horatio] Gates to command
Eastern District. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 127
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
OCT. 24 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Reenlistments;
clothing and bounties. Draft. 6 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Oct. 31. Referred to the Committee
to prepare a plan for procuring reinforcements
etc.: Duer, Sherman, R. H. Lee and G. Morris.
A. IV, pt. I, 71
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7. 22(5.
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Attack on Canada. D. S. of
OCT. 24 Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Committee
of Foreign Affairs to Washington, 1778, Oct. 27.
28, 103
1778 Dupui, Nicholas, John Chambers and Benjamin and John
OCT. 24 Van Campen. [Lower Smitlmeld, Northampton
Count}, Penns} T lvania.] To George Bryan [Phil
adelphia]. Defenceless condition of frontier;
need of assistance. A. L. S. of Dupui, signed
also by the others. 1 p. 91, 216
Transmitted to Congress. Read, Oct. 30. Referred in President of
Congress. 1778, Nov 1 to Washington "to take order thereon."
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia] To
OCT. 25 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Case of
Dominique L Eglise. Letter book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 131
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
OCT. 26 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Sailing of a fleet
from New York. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of James McHenry. Read in Congress, Oct. 31.
A. IV, pt. I, 81
266 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Rendezvous for Pulaski s
OCT. 26 cavalry. Contemporary cop}-. 1 p. In hand-
writing- of George Bond. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1778, Oct. 30.
91, 215
1778 Continental Congress, Orders. Plan of attack on Canada
OCT. 26 submitted to Washington; secrecy etc. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Committee
of Foreign Affairs to Washington, 1778, Oct. 27.
28, 104
[1778] Canada, Plan of attack on. Side expeditions against De-
[OCT. 26] troit and Niagara; forces, rendezvous etc.; move
against Quebec arid Halifax; importance of proj
ect to France and America; other considerations;
general plan of operations. D. S. of Henry Lau-
rens, attested by Charles Thomson. 8 pp. En
closed in Committee of Foreign Affairs to Wash
ington, 1778, Oct. 27. 28, 105
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Intelligence from Canada.
OCT. 26 D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
Committee of Foreign Affairs, 1778, Oct. 27.
28, -111
1778 Morris, Gouverneur. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
OCT. 26 ington [Fredericksburg.] Designs of enemy ; cur
rency depreciation; memorial of officers of army
to Congress; strictures thereon; discussion in
Congress over [Maj] Gen. [Charles] Lee s court-
martial; [Maj.] Gen. [Thomas] Conway s applica
tion; support of cavalry horses. A. L. S. 3pp.
28, 85
The above mentioned memorial, dated Sep. 13, 1778, was sent to
Congress without Washington s knowledge Sep. 22, read before Con
gress, Oct. 20 and ordered to lie on the table. The original is in C. C.
41, 7. 195, 196, 200 and 202.
[1778] Washington, George. [Fredericksburg]. To [the Presi-
OCT. 27 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Impracticability
of the expedition against Cheniung. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of James McHenry.
A. IV, pt. I, 83
1778 Washington, George. [Fredericksburg]. To the Board
OCT. 27 of War [Philadelphia]. Size of blankets pro
cured. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. I, 85
1778 Continental Congress, Committee for Foreign Affairs. To
OCT. 27 Washington. Plan for attacking Canada. A. L.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 267
S. of James Lovell, signed also by Richard Henry
Lee. 2 pp. 28, 101
1778 Continental Army, Return of number of men from the
OCT. 27 different regiments whose term of service will ex
pire before spring. A. D. of Tench Tilghman.
1 p. A. IV, pt. I, 79
1778 Continental Army. Expiration of enlistments. Return of
OCT. 27 numbers by states and brigades of expirations
before the spring of 1779. Tabular statement.
A. D. of Tench Tilghman. 1 p. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Oct. 31 ? C. C. 152, 6, 43
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
OCT. 29 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of enemy
and of the Continental Army; Quartermaster
General and flour magazines. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. I, 87
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
OCT. 30 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Trans
mitting correspondence and resolves; various
commissions granted; money for Paymaster Gen
eral. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, II, 140
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
OCT. 31 of Congress, Philadelphia]. [Dominique]
L Eglise; Dr. [John] Connolly; movements of
enemy in New York bay. Draft. 2pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Nov. 5. A. IV, pt. I, 91
1778 Hamilton, James. Cambridge [Massachusetts]. To Maj.
OCT. 31 Gen. [William] Heath [Boston]. Request for
transportation of sick and wounded by water to
Virginia. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress 1778, Nov. 12.
C. C. 152, 6, 483
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
^ ov - ! [George] Washington, Fredericksburg. Com
mittee to prepare plan for reenforcing army;
Chemung expedition; minor matters and printed
manifestoes to be distributed among enemy.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, II, 143
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To Maj. [George
Nov - 5 Augustine] Washington near Bedford [New
268 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
York]. Orders to command dragoons at Bristol
[Connecticut]. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Nov. 6?
C. C. 152, 6, 439
1778 Washington, George. [Fredericksburg.] To [the Presi-
Nov. 6 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Minor military
matters; intelligence of the enemy. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri.son.
Read in Congress, Nov. 10. A. IV, pt. I, 93
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
N v - 6 [George] Washington, Fredericksburg. Dr.
[John] Connolly s case; letter from State of New
Jersey; minor military matters. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 13, II, 151
1778 Clinton, [Sir] H[enry], New York. To [George] Wash-
Nov. 10 ington [Fredericksburg]. Exchange of Conven
tion troops. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Dec. 16. C. C. 152, 6, 493
1778 Washington, George. [Fredericksburg.] To [the Presi-
Nov. 11 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Opinion of
practicability of attempt against Canada, Detroit
and Niagara. Draft. 20 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Nov. 19. Referred to the Committee on the let
ters of the Marquis de Lafayette.
A. IV, pt. I, 95
Printed; Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7, 239.
Committee : S. Adams, G. Morris and Drayton.
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To the Board of
Nov. 11 War [Philadelphia]. Shoes and clothing. Draft.
4 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 123
1778 Fisher, Frederich. Tryon County [New York]. To [Brig.]
Nov. 11 Gen. [Edward] Hand [Coughnawaga, New York],
Account of Indian attack on Cherry Valley. Con
temporary copy. In handwriting of Richard
Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Nov. 16.
C. C. 152, 6, 511
COKRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 269
1778 Morris, Gouveneur. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
Nov. 11 ington [Fredericksburg]. Duties on committees;
subsistence of arm}-; location of army; sugges
tion as to disposition of troops for the winter;
horses of the cavalry; Washington s visit to Con
gress. A. L. S. 4 pp. 28, 310
1778 Webster, Alexander. Cambridge [New York]. To Brig.
Nov. 11 Gen. [Abraham] Ten Broeck [Albany]. British
attack on Skeensborough. Contemporary cop} .
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1TT8,
Nov. 21. C. C. 152, 6, 537
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the Presi-
Nov. 12 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. A request of
Brig. Gen. [James] Hamilton. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress. Referred to Board of War.
A, IV, pt. I, 127
Johnston, James [Philadelphia. ] To [George Washington ?
Fredericksburg]. Ration, deficiency, etc. A. L. 8.
1 p. 95, 97
1778 Ten Broeck, Abraham. Albany [New York]. To [Brig.]
Nov - l2 Gen. [Edward] Hand [Coughnawaga, New York].
Ordering forward the militia. Contemporary
copy. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Nov. 21. C. C. 152, 6, 537
1778 Kloch, Jacob. Four miles from Cherry Valley [New York].
Nov. 12 To [Brig.] Gen. [Edward] Hand [Coughnawaga,
New York]. Report of Indian attack on Cherry
Valle}-. Contemporary copy. In handwriting
of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, Nov.
16. C. C. 152, 6, 511
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
Nov. 13 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Baron Steuben and
the footing of the Inspectorship. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read in
Congress, Nov. 23. A. IV, pt. I, 129
1778 Hand, Edward. Conghnawaga [New York]. To [George]
Nov. 13 Washington [Fredericksburg]. Indian attack on
Cherry Valley. Contemporary copy. In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Nov. 16. C. C. 152, 6, 511
1778 Whiting, Daniel. Fort Alden [New York]. To Brig. Gen.
^ ov - 13 [Edward] Hand [Coughnawaga, New York]. At
tack on the fort, pressing need of reenf orcement.
Contemporary copy. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1778, Nov. 21 .
C. C. 152, 6, 541
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
Nov. 14 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Exchange of con
vention prisoners. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Nov. 18.
Referred to Board of War. A. IV, pt. I, 131
1778 [Washington, George.] Fred[ericksbur]g. To [Henry
Nov - 14 , Laurens, Philadelphia]. The Canadian expedi
tion; French motives and dangers therefrom.
Draft. 5 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. P. I, pt. II, 207
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 360.
1778 Washington, George. [Fredericksburg.] To Sir Henry
Xov - 14 Clinton [New York], Exchange of Convention
troops. Contemporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Dec. 16. C. C. 152, 6, 501
1778 Continental Congress, President. Fredericksburg. To
Nov. 14 [George] Washington, Fredericksburg. Trans
mitting action of Congress on Dr. [John] Con
nolly s case. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13,11,161
1778 Whiting, Daniel. Cherry Valley [New York]. To Col.
Nov. 14 [Zebulon?] Butler [Tryon County? New York].
Account of massacre at Cherry Valley. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1778, Nov. 23. C. C. 152, 6, 553
1778 Fonda, Jellis. To Col. G[oose] Van Schaick [Mt. Johnson,
Nov - 14 New York]. Attack on Fort Plank. Contem
porary copy. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Nov. 21. C. C. 152, 6, 541
1778 Gordon, James. Fort Plank [New York]. To Col. Goose
Nov - 14 Van Schaick [Mt. Johnson, New York]. Capture
of Fort Alden. Contemporary copy. In hand-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 271
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, Nov.
21. C. C. 152, 6, 541
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov - 15 [George] Washington, Fredericksburg. Col.
[Thomas] Hartley s letter to the Board of War.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, II, 164
1778 Clyde, Samuel. [Cherry Valley, New York.] To Col.
Nov. 15 [Frederick] Fisher [Tryon County, New York].
Alarm at Cherry Valley. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Nov. 23. C. C. 152, 6, 557
1778 Hand, Edward. Schenectady [New York]. To Gov.
Nov. 15 George Clinton [Poughkeepsie, New York.]
Cherry Valley massacre and capture of Fort
Alden.
[Nov. 15] Van Schaick, Goose. Mount Johnson [New York]. To
[Brig.] Gen. [Edward] Hand. Transmitting ac
count of attack on Fort Plank. Contemporary
copies. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Nov. 21. C. C. 152, 6, 541
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
Nov. 16 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Du Portail s visit to
Congress; his value to America; memorial on
fortification system. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Con
gress Nov. 21. Letter referred to Board of War,
memorial to Marine Committee. A. IV, pt. 1, 133
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
Nov< 16 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Indian surprise in
Cherry Valley; dispositions for protection of the
frontier. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress Nov.
21. A. IV, pt. I, 135
1778 Clinton, George. Poughkeepsie [New York]. To [George]
Nov. 17 Washington [Fredericksburg]. Attack on Cherry
Valley. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778, Nov.
21. C. C. 152, 6, 535
272 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Stirling, [William Alexander, Lord]. Elizabethtown [New
^*ov. 17 Jersey]. To [George] Washington [Fredericks-
burg], British fleet at New York; condition,
movements, etc. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Nov. 23. C. C. 152, 6, 559
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
Nov. 18 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Introducing Count
Kolkowski. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Read in Congress Nov.
25. Referred to Board of War.
A. IV, pt. I, 137
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To the Board of
Nov. 18 War [Philadelphia]. March of the Convention
troops to Virginia. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 139
1778 [Hand, Edward.] Albany. To [George Washington, Fred-
Nov. 18 ericksburg]. Enemy in Cherry Valley. Extract
of letter. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard Kid
der Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Nov. 23.
C. C. 152, 6, 555
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 18 [George] Washington, Fredericksburg. Receipt
of certain letters. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II. 1T1
1778 [Sullivan, John.] [Providence. Rhode Island.] To
Nov. 18 [George Washington, Fredericksburg]. British
fleet at Rhode Island. [Extract of letter.] 1 p.
In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1TT8,
Nov. 23. C. C. 152, 6, 561
[1778] Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the President
[Nov. 19] of Congress, Philadelphia]. Arrangement and
commissions for officers in Armand s corps.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. A. IV, pt. I, 141
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [Col. Jeremiah]
Nov. 19 Wadsworth [Fredericksburg]. Magazine of sup
plies at Albany. Transcript. C. C. 169, 5, 510
1778 Continental Congress, Resolves. Empowering [George]
Nov. 19 Washington to effect an exchange of prisoners.
COREESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 273
Contemporary cop} . 2 pp. In handwriting of
Geo. Bond. C. C. 152, 6, 573
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the Presi-
Nov. 20 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Payment and
service of militia regiment in the Coos country
[New Hampshire]. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
Nov. 27. Ordered that the regiment be disbanded.
A. IV, pt. I, 143
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. Commission to
Nov. 20 Lt. Cols. Robert Hanson Harrison and Alexander
Hamilton to negotiate exchange of prisoners.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Dec. 16. C. C. 152, 6, 519
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 20 [George] Washington, Fredericksburg. Refer
ring of papers; transmitting resolves, treaty of
Amity and Commerce with France. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 13, II, 183
1778 Laurens, Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
Nov. 20 [Fredericksburg]. Invasion of Canada; relations
with France; loans and interest; debt; taxation;
jobbery of members of Congress; aspect of affairs.
A. L. S. 6 pp. 29, 122
1778 Wheelock, John. Paulings Precinct [New York]. To
Nov. 20 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Princi
ples on which Col. Timothy Bedel s regiment was
raised and reasons for its continuance. Contem
porary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Richard
Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1778, Nov. 20.
C. C. 152, 6, 527
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the Presi-
Nov, 21 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Attack on Fort
Alden[New York]; protection of frontiers; march
of the Convention troops. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of James McHenry. Read in Congress,
Nov. 27. Referred to Board of War.
A. IV, pt. 1, 147
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the Presi
dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. [Pierre] Penet s
28G32 0<5 IS
274 LIBEAKY OF CONGRESS
request for a brevet commission. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. IV, pt, I, 149
1778 Washington, George. [Fredericksburg.] To [the Presi-
Nov. 23 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Introducing
John Temple. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Dec. 3. A. IV, pt. I, 151
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To the Board of
Nov. 23 War [Philadelphia]. Clothing; route of the Con
vention troops. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 153
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6, J21.
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To Joseph Reed
Nov. 23 [Philadelphia]. Case of Col. [John] Cadwallader.
D. S. 1 p. In handwriting of James McHeniy.
A. IV, pt. I, 157
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the Presi-
Nov. 23 d en t of Congress, Philadelphia]. Situation on
the frontier; moves of enemy; payment and sup
plies for Ma] . [Benjamin] Whitcomb s corps;
need of cannon; march of the Convention troops.
Draft. 5 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Nov. 30.
A. IV, pt. I, 159
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. P&y for deranged officers.
Nov. 24 Broadside. Printed by Claypoole. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779,
May 25. 93, 167
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the Presi-
Nov. 26 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. [John] Dodge s
information of the Indian country. Draft. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Dec. 2. Referred to Board of
War. A. IV, pt. I, 165
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 26 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Trans
mitting resolves ; Lt. Col s commission to Maj . [ W il-
liam Augustine] Washington; Col. [Moses] Hazen s
regiment. Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, II, 188
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the Presi-
Nov. 27 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Exchange of
prisoners; disposition of the various brigades in
winter quarters. Draft. 3pp. In handwriting
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 275
of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress,
Dec, 3. A. IV, pt. I, 169
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 275.
[1778] Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To [the Board of
[Nov. 27] War, Philadelphia]. Clothing for army. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of James McHenry.
A. IV, pt. I, 173
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To Joseph Reed
^ov. 27 [Philadelphia]. Inquiry into conduct of officer
in charge of Baylor s dragoons; restoration of
credit; paper money; factional spirit; conduct of
enemy; arrangement of army. Auto, draft
signed. 2 pp. P. I, pt. II, 215
1778 [Washington, George.] Fredericksburg. To Gouverneur
Nov - 27 Morris [Philadelphia]. Disposition of army in
winter quarters. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. P. I, pt. II, 219
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6,129.
1778 Washington, George. Fredericksburg. To Sir Henry
Nov. 27 Clinton [New York]. Commissioners to arrange
exchange of prisoners. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Dec. 16. C. C. 152, 6, 571
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
^ov. 27 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. [Maj.]
Gen. [William] Heath s letter. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 13, II, 189
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
^ ov - 28 [George] Washington [en route to Middlebrook,
New Jersey]. Action of Congress on miscella
neous military matters; papers etc. transmitted.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 13, II, 190
1778 Washington, George. [Fredericksburg.] To Maj. Gen.
DEC - * [Philip John] Schuyler [Albany], Magazines for
supplies for northern operations. Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 509
1778 Clinton, [Sir] H[enry]. [New York.] To Gen. [George]
Washington [Fredericksburg]. Arrangements
for meeting of commissioners to effect an ex
change of prisoners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
Enclosed inWashington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Dec. 16. C. C. 152, 6, 575
276 LIBEARY OP CONGRESS
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC - 2 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Trans
mitting resolves. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 193
1778 Washington, George. Elizabethtown [New Jersey]. To
DEC. 4 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Sick
officers and men of the Convention troops. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Dec. T. Referred to
Board of War. A. IV, pt, I, 175
1778 Washington, George. Elizabethtown. To [the Board
DEC. 4 of War, Philadelphia]. Movement of troops.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 177
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
DEC. 5 [George] Washington [Fredericksburg]. Trans
mitting resolves. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 205
1778 Harrison, Robert H[anson]. Elizabethtown [New Jersey].
DEC. 5 To [the President o? Congress, Philadelphia],
Movement of enemy up the North River; dispo
sition of American troops. A. L. S. 3 pp.
Read in Congress, Dec. 7. C. C. 152, 6, 593
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
DEC. 6 [George] Washington [Paramus, New Jersey].
Transmitting resolve; promotion of Lt. Henry P.
Livingston; German Volunteer Corps; deserters;
minor military matters. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 2()7
1778 Washington, George. Paramus. To [the President of
DEC. 7 Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of enemy.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh
man. Read in Congress, Sept. 12.
A. IV, pt. I, 179
1778 Clinton, [Sir] H[enry]. New York. Commission to Cols.
DEC. 7 Charles O Hara and West Hyde to negotiate an
exchange of prisoners. Contemporaiy cop}-.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1778, Dec. 16. C. C. 152, 7, 21
1778 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
[George] Washington [Paramus]. Intention to
resign. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 13, II, 210
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 277
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 12 [George] Washington, Middlebrook. Opening
correspondence as President of Congress and
transmitting resolve. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 14, 1
1778 Harrison, Robert Hanson and Alexander Hamilton. To
DEC. 12 Charles O Hara and West Hyde. See: Harrison
and Hamilton to Washington. 1778. Dec. 15.
1778 O Hara, Charles and West Hj r de. To Robert Hanson Har
rison and Alexander Hamilton. See: Harrison
and Hamilton to Washington. 1778. Dec. 15.
1778 Washington, George. Middlebrook, [New Jersey]. To
DEC. 13 the President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Trans
mitting letter on report of Committee on Cana
dian Affairs [See: Washington to President of
Congress this date]; exchange of prisoners.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Read in Congress, Dec. 17. A. IV, pt. I, 181
1778 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the President of
Dec - 13 Congress [Philadelphia]. Lt. Col. Fleury s
furlough. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Dec. 17.
Referred to Laurens, M. Smith, G. Morris, S.
Adams, and Burke. A. IV, pt. 1, 183
1778 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the President of
DEC. 13 Congress [Philadelphia]. Embarrassments in
plan of Canadian expedition. Draft. 6pp. In
handwriting of James McHenry and Washington.
Read in Congress, Dec. 17. Referred to Laurens,
M. Smith, G. Morris, S. Adams, and Burke.
A. IV, pt. I, 185
Printed : Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 285.
1778 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
DEC. 13 War [Philadelphia]. Israel [John?] Dodge; leath
er breeches and clothing for troops. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 191
1778 Connecticut, Danbury. Selectmen and others. To Con-
D EC - 14 gress. Memorial protesting against Dr. [Isaac]
Foster. D. S. of Thaddeus Benedict and twenty-
nine others. 2 pp. Read in Congress, Jan. 14,
1779. Referred to Medical Committee. En
closed in Medical Committee to Washington, 1779,
Nov. 15. 92, 307
278 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1778 Harrison, Robert Hanson and Alexander Hamilton. [Mid-
DEC - 15 dlebrook.] To [George] Washington [Middle-
brook]. Report of negotiations for an exchange
of prisoners, containing copy of letter of Cols.
O Hara arid Hyde, Dec. 12, respecting convention
officers and soldiers and Harrison and Hamilton s
answer to same, Dec. 12. Contemporary copy.
7 pp. In handwriting of Harrison. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1778,
Dec. 16. C. C. 152, 7, 27
1778 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the President of
Congress, Philadelphia. Failure to secure an
exchange of prisoners. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. I, 193
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 26,
Continental Congress, Resolve. Formation of the new
llth. Pennsylvania regiment. Contemporary
copy, attested by Peter Scull. Enclosed in Board
of War to Washington, 1779, May 21. 94, 115.
1778 Continental Congress, Resolve. Composition of llth.
Pennsylvania regiment; troops incorporated
therein. Contemporary copy, attested by Peter
Scull. 2 pp. Transmitted to Washington.
Miscel.
1778 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the President of
DEC - 18 Congress [Philadelphia]. Compliments on his
election as President of Congress. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. I, 195
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6,141.
1778 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Charles Thom-
DBC - 18 son [Philadelphia]. Election of John Jay as
President of Congress. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. I, 197
1778 Washington,] Gfeorge]. Middlebrook. To Henry Lau-
DEC - 18 rens [Philadelphia]. Resignation of the Presi
dency of Congress. Draft. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. P. 1, pt. II, 237
1778 [Washington, George.] Middlebrook. To John Jay.
DEC - 18 Election to the Presidency of Congress. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. P. I, pt. II, 241
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 279
1778 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 18 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Approach
ing interview of Washington and Congress.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 14, 3
1778 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
DEC. 20 War, Philadelphia]. Returns; terms of service;
escort for Convention troops; military prisoners.
Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. A. IV, pt. I, 199
1778 [Livingston, William Smith.] [Beverwyck, New Jersej T ].
DEC - 28 To [Lt. Col. Ebenezer Huntington, Beverwyck].
Resignation. [Extract of letter.] Contemporary
copy. In handwriting of Jonathan Trumbull jr.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1782,
Oct. 10. 98, 215
1778 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To Benjamin Frank-
DEC. 29 Hn [Passy]. Introducing Lafa} ette. Draft. 3
pp. In handwriting of John Laurens.
A. IV, pt. I, 203
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6,148.
1778 [Clinton, George.] Poughkeepsie [New York]. To
DEC. 29 [George] Washington [Philadelphia]. Payment
of inhabitants for supplies taken for the army.
[Extract of letter.] 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Jan. 29.
C. C. 152, 7, 53
1778 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To [the President
DEC. 31 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Case of Du Portail.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Read in Congress, Jan. 1, 1779.
A. IV, pt. I, 207
1778 Order of Divine Providence. List of officers and members.
Printed pamphlet. 20 pp. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1783, Aug.
28. C. C. 152, 11, 447
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the President of
JAN. 1 Congress [Philadelphia]. Destruction of a barn
by the Convention troops. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. I, 209
1779 Bayley, Jacob. Newbury [New Hampshire], To Maj.
JAN - 1 Gen. [Horatio] Gates [Boston]. Intelligence from
280 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Canada; strength of British etc. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. Transmitted to Washington.
93, 22
1779 Bayley, Jacob. New bury [New Hampshire]. Situation in
JAX. 2 Canada. Contemporary copy. 1 p. Transmit
ted to Washington. 93, 21
1779 MacPherson, William. [Philadelphia]. Petition to Con-
JAN. 6 gress. Resignation from British army; applica
tion for commission. Contemporary copy. 2
pp. In handwriting of Timothy Pickering, jr.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1779,
Mar. 25. 93, 57
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia] To [George] Washington,
Philadelphia. Mittens; officer s servants; horses
for dragoon officers. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 2 pp. Answered Jan. 9.* 93, 199
1779 Pennsylvania Council. Order recommending William
J AX - 7 MacPherson to Congress. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Timothy Pickering jr.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1779,
Mar. 25. 93, 59
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the Committee
J AX - 8 of Conference [Philadelphia]. Transmitting min
utes of heads requiring attention. A. L. S. 1 p.
A. IV, pt. I, 211
Committee: Duane, Root, M. Smith, G. Morris and Laurens.
1779 Washington, George. [Philadelphia.] To [the Commit-
JAN. 8 tee of Conference]. Minutes of heads of matters
requiring attention: State of army; plans of cam
paign; supplies. D. S. 5 pp. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton. An A. D. of same,
6 pp., will be found in A, IV, pt. I, 213.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7, 309, note.
Miscel
1779 [Livingston, William Smith.] [Beverwyck, New Jersey.]
JAN. 8 To [Lt. Col. Ebenezer Huntington, Beverwyck].
Pay. [Extract of letter.] In handwriting of Jon
athan Trumbull, jr. Enclosed in Board of War
to Washington, 1782, Oct. 10. 98, 215
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To [the Board of
JAN - 9 War, Philadelphia]. Mittens for soldiers; offi
cers servants; horses. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 219
WRITING OF WILLIAM GRAYSON.
fttyley, Jacob. NVwbury[New Flampshii *!*. .rion ii
(V.nad: Contemporary copy. j . ^-.;;:t.
U" i>hington. l?o }
MaePher-son. .lliaiu. [Philadelphia!. Pet; ion t < m
j . ,. Uesignation from British army; .t ; pliivj.
?.->< f<>r commission, CoMtvu pora. 1 ropx
}i\\ In handwriting <>{ Tiiuothx* Pi-i-."fju_ - jr.
Mndo-i d in !>.-: i-d of Ws-r to \V:i --lino-t. m, i.77 - 1
Mm-. -2:;. 93 5;
1779 Btmru of War. j Phihidclplm] To (iftoriroj Washin^ron.
Philadelphia. Mittons: s<>rvante: bt>rs<
for drtiijooti oinc.-i 1 -. l.lichai(i
Petors. :? pj>. A--.^-r- . .1 9:?. I 1 "
1779 Pennsylvania Council. O; h-r nn-.o ^ cndnt^ ^"IlliMni
MacPhorson to C<" j/i css. <.(>! Moorat-. cuj>v.
I p.- In handwriting of Liinot.in I J i-Ui-riu^ jr,
Kn iused i. i Board of \V:i.: % to Washington, i7V . .
Mar. iC.. 9i.
of Confcronco [Philadelphia]; 1 ran-iuittii;^. i>\\-\-
ute.sof head> ro<juiririjf jitlen! . \. L. ^. I p.
I \ it * "
cY>mmitt*>o: Wiane, K.I. >t, M. Smith, r, . .
Washing-ton, finor^e. [Philadolphia. ] To jth t .u^nit-
tec of Conforeiierj. MiiiU 1 .. - *>! lu-u !- -i nutiN-r.-
roqui ring 1 attention: St;itevi{ urm\ ; j)iiui--"f r;tiu
paijjn; supplies. 1). S. " ]>}>. In handwrifing
of Alexander Hamilton. An A 1 . of >-in.. ,
tl pp., will he found in A. P , pt. 1. :;>"
f rinte<l: Writings of Washington (Forii X. V. I!< .KI.
1779 [Livingston, William Smith.] [Bt. verwy.-k. -Nc^
IA To [Lt. Col. Ebotji. zer Huntinjrton, Bc\ or\\ \ ck|.
Pay. j Extract of letter.] In hr^i.iwririiitrof -iMn-
athan Trumhull. jr. Enclosed
to Washington, 1782, Oct. i".
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. T-> fti
JAN. 9 \Var, Philadelphia]. Mliten- ^Idiers; o
cers servants; horses. Draft, u pp. In i at
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. J\,pt. I, _
/,/
/V/-. ( r ,J f . , ^ ^ /* * , :
> >.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 281
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Pay and supplies for
JAN. 9 American prisoners of war. Broadside. 1 p.
Printed by Dunlap. Transmitted to Washington.
92, 320
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Raising an additional bat-
JAX. 9 talion in Virginia. Transmitted to Washington.
D. S. of Charles Thomson. 2 p. W
1779 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference. Philadel-
JAN ~- 9 phia. To [George] Washington [Philadelphia].
Arrangement of army; preparation of a system.
A. L. S. of James Duane. 2 pp. 30, 71
Committee appointed Dec. 2-4: Duane, Root, M. Smith, G. Morris and
Laurens.
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JAN. 9 [Philadelphia]. Reimbursement for deficiencies
in clothing of Connecticut regiment for 1777;
pay for North Carolina dragoons. A. L. S. of
Timothy Pickering, jr. 2 pp. 92, 321
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JAN. 10 [Philadelphia]. Intelligence of [Brig.] Gen.
[Lachlan] Macintosh s Indian Expedition. A. L. S.
of Richard Peters. 2 pp. 92, 324
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the Committee
JAN. 11 of Conference. Commissary of Prisoners depart
ment; proposed expedition against the Indian
country. Draft. 6 pp. In handwriting of John
Laurens. A. IV, pt. I, 221
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 309.
1779 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference. Philadel-
JAN. 11 phia. To [George] Washington [Philadelphia].
Conference respecting an exchange of prisoners.
A. L. S. of James Duane. 1 p. 92, 221
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To [the President of
JAN. 12 Congress]. Efforts of British to obtain exchange
of the Convention troops. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 227
1779 Homans, John. JJurhani [Connecticut], To [George]
JAN. 12 Washington [Philadelphia]. Leave of absence
for Capt. [Josiah] Stoddard. A. L. S. 1 p.
Transmitted to Congress. C. C. 152, 7, 39
1779 Washington, George. [Philadelphia.] To [the Committee
[JAN. 13] of Conference]. The situation; alternative plans
282 LIBKAKY OF CONGRESS
of campaign; reasons therefore. Draft. 12pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. IV, pt. I, 231
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 317.
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Alteration of resolve [of
JAN. 13 Dec. 16, 1778] establishing formation of the new
llth. Pennsylvania regiment. Contemporary
copy attested by Peter Scull. 2 pp. Enclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1779, May 21.
94, 115
1779 Bedel, Timothy. Haverhill [Massachusetts]. To Maj.
J AN - 13 Gen. [Horatio] Gates [Boston]. Need of ammu
nition and clothing. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
Transmitted to Washington. 93, 20
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To [the Board of
JAN. 14 Treasury, Philadelphia]. Want of money for pay
for troops in Northern Department. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 243
1779 Stoddard, Darius. Durham [Connecticut]. To George
JAN. 14 Washington [Philadelphia]. Certifying to Capt.
Josiah Stoddard s condition. Transcript. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Jan. 27. C. C. 169, 6, 306
1779 Stoddard, Josiah. Durham [Connecticut]. To [George]
JAN. 14 Washington [Philadelphia]. Application for
leave of absence. A. L. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Jan. 27. C. C. 152, 7, 41
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
JAN. 16 Philadelphia. Recovery of missing orderly books;
arrearages due troops for deficiencies of cloth
ing. A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 2 pp.
Answered Jan. 18*. 92, 322
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To [the Board of
JAN. 18 War, Philadelphia]. Arrearages of clothing for
1777. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 245
[1779] Washington, George. [Philadelphia.] Plan for paying
[JAN. 18] arrearages of clothing to the troops. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton
and Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 247
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 283
1779 [Washington, George.] [Philadelphia.] To [Maj.] Gen.
JAN - 18 [Philip John] Schuyler [Albany]. Curtailment
of acquisition of supplies. [Extract of letter.]
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 510
1779 Deane, James. Fort Schuyler [New York]. To [Maj.]
JAN. 18 Gen. [Philip John] Schuyler [Albany]. Coun
cils of Oneidas; Onondagas; efforts for peace.
Contemporary copy. 4 pp. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, Feb. 8.
92, 334
1779 Arnold, Benedict]. Philadelphia. To [the Board of War,
JAN. 19 Philadelphia]. Claim to rank superior to Maj.
Gen. Arthur St. Clair. Contemporary copy,
attested by Peter Scull. 2 pp. Enclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1779, Jan. 20.
92, 328
1779 Coren, Isaac. Court martial of. Philadelphia. Proceed-
JAX. 19 ings and testimony; judgment and sentence of
the court. Contemporary copy. 7 pp. In hand
writing of the Judge Advocate, William Cross.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1780,
May 30. 95, 42
1779 St. Clair, Arthur. Philadelphia. To the Board of War
JAN. 19 [Philadelphia]. Memorial on rank of Maj. Gen.
[Benedict] Arnold. Contemporary copy, attested
by Peter Scull. 3 pp. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington, 1779, Jan. 20. 92, 329
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To [the Committee of
JAN - 20 Congress]. Clothing for officers; half pay and
pensions. Draft. 6 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. A. IV, pt. I, 249
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 328.
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JAX - 20 [Philadelphia]. Claim of rank of [Maj.] Genls.
[Arthur] St. Clair and [Benedict] Arnold. A. L. S.
of Richard Peters. 1 p. 92, 326
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the President of
JAN. 21 Congress. Case of Col. [Moses] Rawlings.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of John Laurens.
Read in Congress, Jan. 23. Order taken thereon.
A. IV, pt. I, 255
284 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Paymasters and accounting
JAN. 21 officers station at headquarters. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Transmitted to Washington.
95, 316
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 22 [George] Washington [Philadelphia]. Trans
mitting resolve. Letter-book copy. C. C, 14,23
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Despatches for Cornte
JAN. 22 D Estaing. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1779, Jan. 27. 92, 341
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To [the Committee
JAN. 23 of Congress]. Methods and plan of furnishing
clothing to the Arm} ; color of cloth; officers
clothing. Draft. 7 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton and Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 257
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 23 [George] Washington [Philadelphia]. Acknowl
edging letters and transmitting resolves. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 14, 30
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Recruiting Col. [Moses]
JAN. 23 Rawlings s Corps. D. S. of Charles Thomson.
1 p. Transmitted to Washington. 30, 154
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Refusing Maj. Gen.
JAN. 23 [William] Phillips permission to go into New
York. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Trans
mitted to Washington. 30, 155
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Strength of army; re-
JAN. 23 cruiting battalions; enlistments; bounties; man
agement of departments; Commissary of Prison
ers; hospital arrangements. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. 3 pp. Transmitted to Washington.
92, 331
1779 [Washington, George.] [Philadelphia.] To [Maj.] Gen.
JAN. 25 [Philip John] Schuyler [Albany]. Queries as to
proposed Expedition into the Indian Countiy.
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 511
1779 Dodge, John. Pittsburg. To [the President of Congress,
JAN. 25 Philadelphia] The situation in the northwest;
Detroit, savages. Contemporary copy. 4 pp.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 285
In handwriting- of Timothy Pickering, jr. En
closed in Board of War to Washington, 1779,
Feb. 19. 93, 35
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the President of
JA - N - 27 Congress. Want of money; exchange of sick
Convention prisoners and minor military matters.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Ham
ilton. A. IV, pt. I, 265
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
J AN - 2 " [George] Washington [Philadelphia]. Capt.
[Josiah] Stoddard s request; recruiting of army;
transmitting various resolves. L. S. of John
Jay. 2 pp. 92, 338
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Leave of absence to Capt.
J AX - 2 " [Josiah] Stoddard. L. S. of Chas. Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, Jan. 27. 92, 340
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commission to Marquis
JAX - 27 de Bretigny. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1779, Jan. 27. 92, 341
1779 Anonymous. Martinico [West Indies]. To [Anne Cesar,
J AN - 27 Chevalier de La Luzerne, Philadelphia]. British
at San Lucia. Contemporary extract of letter.
1 p. 93, 51
1779 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Albany. To [the President of
JAX - 2 ~ Congress, Philadelphia]. Indian affairs; Onon-
dagas espousal of cause of the States. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1779, Feb. 8. 92, 333
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Violations of paroles by
JAX - 28 American and British officers. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Transmitted to Washington.
92, 342
1779 Duane, James. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
J A *. 28 Philadelphia], The artillery and Armand s corps.
A. L. S. 2 pp. 30, 142
1779 Glover, John. Providence [Rhode Island]. To [George]
J AN - 28 Washington [Philadelphia]. Leave to resign.
L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to Con
gress, 1779, Feb. 24. C. C. 152, 7, 131
1779 Knox. II[enry]. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
JAX> ~ 8 [Philadelphia]. The artillery corps; state quo-
286 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
tas, enlistments. Transcript. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Apr. 7.
C. C. 169, 6, 348
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the President of
J AN - 29 Congress. Settlement of accounts. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, Jan. 30. Ordered taken thereon.
A. IV, pt. I, 267
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the President of
Congress. Requesting permission to return to
the army. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
John Laurens. Read in Congress, Jan. 29.
A. IV, pt. I, 269
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6, 171.
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the President of
Congress. Transmitting letter of Du Portail on
subject of fortifying Boston. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of John Laurens. Referred to Ma
rine Committee. A. IV, pt. I, 271
[1779] [Gates, Horatio.] Boston. To [the President of Congress,
[JAN. 29] Philadelphia]. Supplies of British; return of
prisoners; case of Ensign [John] Brown. [Ex
tract of letter.] Contemporary copy. 1 p.
Transmitted to Washington. 93, 18
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the President of
JAN. 30 Congress. Supplies of provisions in the Western
Department; Commissary General. L. S. 2pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in
Congress, Feb. 1. Acted on. C. C. 152, 7, 97
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7, 315,
note.
1779 Washington, George. Philadelphia. To the Board of
JAN ~- 30 Treasury [Philadelphia]. Sum necessary to re
plenish the military chest. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of John Laurens.
A. IV, pt. I, 275
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN - 30 [George] Washington [Philadelphia]. Transmit
ting resolves, etc. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 14, 36
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Commander in chief to
JAN. 30 return to the Army. A. D. S. of Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, Jan. 31. 93, 3
COERESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 287
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 31 [George] Washington [Philadelphia]. Gov.
[George] Clinton s accounts; work of the Com
mittee of Conference. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp.
93, 1
1779 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference. Report
JAN. 31 on reenlisting of Cols. [John] Gibson s and
[Gregory] Smith s Virginia regiments. Contem
porary copy, attested b} r Peter Scull. 2 pp.
Transmitted to Washington. 92, 344
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 1 [George] Washington [Philadelphia]. Commis
sary and Quartermaster s Departments to the
westward. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. 93, 4
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Arrangement of Quarter-
FEB. 1 master s and Commissary s departments to the
westward. A. L. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1779, Feb. 1. 93, 6
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Aids of troops, arms etc.
FEB. 2 for South Carolina and Georgia. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 2 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1778, Feb. 3. 93, 9
1779 Washington, George. Frankford [Pennsylvania]. To [the
FEB. 2 Committee of Congress, Philadelphia]. Surveyor
of Ordnance. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. C. C. 152, 7, 101
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 3 [George] Washington [En route to Middlebrook].
Transmitting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p.
Answered Feb. 8.* 93, 7
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Completion of Pulaski
FEB - 4 and Armand s corps; arrangement of army and
settlement of rank. Contemporary copy, attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1778, Feb. 5.
93, 14
1779 [Schuyler, Philip John.] [Albany.] To [George Wash-
Feb. 4 ington, near Middlebrook]. Suggestions for man
agement of expedition against the Six Nations.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 467
288 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 5 [George] Washington [Middlebrook], Trans
mitting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p.
Answered Feb. 8.* 93, 12
1779 Knox, H[enry]. Philadelphia. To [James] Duane [Phila-
FEB. 5 delphia]. Duties of surveyor of artillery.
Transcript. C. C. 169, 5, 191
1779 [Washington, George.] Middlebrook. To [Brig. Gen.
FEB. 7 Edward Hand, Philadelphia?] Information of
routes into the Indian country. Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 12
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook [New Jersey]. To
FEB. 8 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia].
Enlistments in Pulaski s corps. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in
Congress, Feb. 10. Referred to the Board of
War. A. IV, pt. I, 277
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6,172.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Col. [Charles]
FEB. 8 Armand [-Tuh n, Middlebrook]. Recruiting his
corps. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of James
McHenry. C. C. 152, 7, 107
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 8 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting letters. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. 92, 336
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [the President of Con-
FEB. 9 gress, Philadelphia]. Management of civil depart
ments of the army; payment of certificates of
officers. Contemporary copy. 6 pp. In hand
writing of Timothy Pickering, jr. Enclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1779, Feb. 11.
93, 27
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
FEB. 10 [Middlebrook]. Transmitting arrangement of
the army. A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p. 93, 15
1779 Washington, [George.] Middlebrook. To [Maj. Gen.
FEH. 11 Philip John Schuyler, Albany]. Information
desired of the Indian country; routes etc. [Ex
tract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug.
15. C. C. 169, 6, 13
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1*90. 7, 341.
COSKESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 289
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Ordering 1 a court-martial
FEB. 11 as result of letters from Massachusetts. Con
temporary copy. Attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. 93, 31
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
FEB. 11 [Middlebrook]. Transmitting a report to Con
gress. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. An
swered Feb. IT.* 93, 26
1779 Washington,] G[eorge]. Middlebrook. To [Col.] Jeremiah
FEB. 14 . Wads worth [Middlebrook?] Magazine of provi
sion at Fort Pitt. Transcript. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug.
15. C. C. 169, 5, 499
[1779] [Murray, John.] Memorandum of rank of Maj. Francis
[FEB. 14] Nichols. A. D. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War
to Washington, 17T9, Feb. 22. 93, 43
1779 Murray, John. Waynesburg [Penns} T lvania], To Gov.
FEB. 14 [Joseph] Reed, Philadelphia. His seniority.
A. L. S. 2 pp. Endorsed with memorandum
respecting Maj. [Francis] Nichol s commission.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1779,
Feb. 22. 93, 41
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 15 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Charges
against officers conducting work at Springfield,
Massachusetts. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. 93, 32
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia]. To [George] Washington
FEB. 15 [Middlebrook]. Forwarding Virginia arrange
ment. A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p. 93, 17
1779 [Williamson, Andrew.] Near Adam s Ferry [Georgia].
FEB. 16 To [Henry Laurens, Philadelphia]. Situation in
Georgia; retreat of British; Indians. Extract of
letter with auto, note by Laurens. Enclosed m
Laurens to Washington, 1779, Mar. 16. 30, 390
1779 Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] To the Board of
FEB. 17 War [Philadelphia]. Methods of accounting;
granting of certificates. Draft. 2pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton.
A. IV, pt. 1, 279
1779 Washington, George* Middlebrook. To [the Board of
FEB. 17 War, Philadelphia]. Ordering papers sent to
headquarters. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 283
28632 OG 19
290 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 [Washington, George.] Middlebrook. To Henry Laurens
FEB. 17 [Philadelphia]. His politeness during the Phila
delphia visit; Spain and the French loan; Brit
ish preparations. Auto, draft. 1 p.
P. I. pt. II, 283
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6, 175.
1779 Potter, James. Philadelphia. To the Board of War
FEB. 17 [Philadelphia]. Information, distances, water
ways, etc., in the Indian country. Contempo
rary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Timothy
^Pickering, jr. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1779, Feb. 19. 93, 37
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the President of
FEB. 19 Congress [Philadelphia]. Court martial of officers
in charge of public works at Springfield; [Maj.]
Gen. [Alexander] McDougall; call for money.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Hamil
ton. Head in Congress, Feb. 22. Order taken
thereon. A. IV, pt, I, 285
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia]. To [George] Washington
FEB. 19 [Pluckemm, New Jersey]. Transmitting papers.
A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p. Answered Feb. 26*.
93,34
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Brig. Gen. [Lachlan]
FEB. 20 Mclntosh and the command at Fort Pitt. Con
temporary cop} 7 , attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1779, Feb. 22. 93, 50
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Portmanteaus and valises
FEB. 20 of officers. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1779, Feb. 22.
93,49
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Convention troops at Char-
FEB. 20 lottesville; confusion, troubles, etc. Contempo
rary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Timothy
Pickering, jr. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1779, Feb. 22. 93, 40
1779 Continental Congress,^ President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 22 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Trans
mitting resolves; extract from a letter to the
French minister. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp.
93,47
COBRESPONDENCE OF GEOEGE WASHINGTON 291
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Explanation of Maj.
FEB. [22] Gen. [Charles] Lee * letters. Contemporary copy,
attested by Charles Thomson. Transmitted to
Washington. 93, 52.
1779 Board of War, Philadelphia. To George Washington,
FEB. 22 Middlebrook. Trouble with Convention troops
[at Charlottesville]. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
2 pp. Answered Feb. 28. * 93, 41
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
FEB. 22 Middlebrook. Transmitting papers. A. L." S.
of Peter Scull. 1 p. 93, 39
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 23 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Money
for[Maj.] Gen. [Alexander] McDougall. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 14, 53
1779 Gervais, John Lewis. [Charleston.] To Henry Laurens
FEB. 23 , [Philadelphia]. Measures of the legislature;
military situation; the Treason Act; minor mat
ters. Extract of letter with auto, note by Lau
rens. Enclosed in Laurens to Washington, 1779,
Mar. 16. 30, 390
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
FEB. 24 of Congress, Philadelphia]. [Brig.] Gen. [John]
Glover s and Col. [Edward] W T igglesworth s res
ignation; Maryland bills of credit as payment of
bounty. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of James
McHenry. Read in Congress Feb. 27.
A. IV, pt. I, 287
1779 Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] To Maj. Gen.
FEB. 24 [Nathanael] Greene [Middlebrook]. Magazine of
provisions for Indian expedition. Transcript.
[Extract of letter.] C. C. 169, 5, 500
1779 Beatty, John. [Middlebrook.] To [George] Washington
FEB. 24 [Middlebrook]. Issues to prisoners; exchange
of seaman. A. L. S. 4 pp. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Feb. 27. C. C. 152, 7, 123
1779 Greene, Nath[anael]. Middlebrook. To [George Wash-
F EB - 25 ington, Middlebrook]. Wagoners for the army.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of
James McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Feb. 27.
C. C. 152, 7, 127
292 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[1779] Lee, Charles. Philadelphia. To [the President of Con-
[FEB. 20? J gress, Philadelphia]. His correspondence with
[Lt.J Col. [William] Butler and [Brig.] Gen.
[Alexander] Leslie. Contemporary copy. 3 pp.
Transmitted to Washington. 93, 54
1779 [Maxwell, William.] Elizabethtown [New Jersey]. At-
FEB. 25 tempted surprise by the enemy at Elizabethtown.
[Extract of letter.] 2 pp. In handwriting of
James McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Feb. 26.
C. C. 152, 7, 119
1779 Pawling, A[lbert]. Haverstraw [New York]. To the
FEB. 25 President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Resigna
tion. A. L. S. 1 p. Read in Congress Mar. 5.
Accepted. C. C. 152, 7, 153
1779 Pawling, A[lbert]. Haverstraw. To George Washington
FEB. 25 [Middlebrook]. Resignation. A. L. S. 1 p.
Enclosed in Pawling to the President of Congress.
1779, Feb. 25. C. C. 152, 7, 149
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the President of
FEB. 26 Congress [Philadelphia]. Enemy s attempt on
Elizabethtown; trial of Quartermaster General
[Thomas] Mifflin. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton. Referred, Mar. 1, to
committee composed of Plater, Ellery and Paca.
A. IV, pt. I, 289
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 346.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
FEB. 26 War [Philadelphia]. Corps of Sappers and
Miners; disputes of rank. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 291
1779 Washington, G[eorge]. Middlebrook. To [Brig. Gen.
FEB. 26 Edward Hand? Philadelphia]. Information of
Indian country, map etc. [Extract of letter.]
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 6, 15
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 26 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 14, 55
1779 Continental Congress. Resolve. Explanation of Maj. Gen.
FEB. 26 [Charles] Lee s letters. Contemporary copy,
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 293
attested by Charles Thomson. Transmitted to
Washington, 1779, Feb. 26. 93, 52
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Committee
FEB. 27 of Conference, Philadelphia]. Expense and ex
changes of marine prisoners; bounty for waggon
ers; Clothier General s department; bounties.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. A. IV, pt. I, 293
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
FEB. 27 War, Philadelphia]. Establishment of an Engi
neer corps. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. A. IV, pt. I, 247
[1779] Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] Remarks on estab-
[FEB. 27] lishment of Engineer corps and Sappers and
Miners. Draft. 5 pp. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. A. IV, pt, I, 299
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Money for Maj. Gen.
FEB. 27 [Charles] Lee. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. Transmitted to Washington.
93, 52
1779 Elizabethtown, (New Jersey). Return of American troops
FEB. 27 killed, wounded and missing at. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Mar. 1. C. C. 152, 7, 143
1779 Maxwell, William. Elizabethtown [New Jersey]. To
FEB. 27 [George Washington, Middlebrook]. Account
of enemy s attempted surprise at Elizabethtown.
A. L. S. 3 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Mar. 1.
C. C. 152, 7, 139
1779 Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] To the Board of
FEB. 28 War [Philadelphia]. Col. [Theodorick] Bland to
command Convention troops at Charlottesville
[Virginia]. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
John Laurens. A. IV, pt. 1, 305
[1779] Continental Army. Arrangement. Memorandum of state
[FEB.] of arrangement of the army. 2 pp. Enclosed
in Board of War to Washington, 1779, Feb. 10.
93, 16
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President of
MAR!. Congress, Philadelphia]. Transmitting [Brig.]
Gen. [William] Maxwell s account of the attack
294 LIBEARY OF CONGRESS
onElizabethtown. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of James McHenry. Read in Congress, Mar. 3.
Referred to Committee of Intelligence: J. B.
Smith, Lovell and J. Henry. A. IV, pt. I, 307
1779 [Washington, George.] Middlebrook. To John Jay.
MAR - 1 [Philadelphia]. Manner of communicating intel
ligence to the public. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. P. I, pt. II, 291
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 347.
1779 Schuyler, Philip John. [Albany.] To [George Washing-
MAR. l ton, Middlebrook]. Proposed Indian expedition;
strength of enemy; routes etc. [Extract of letter.]
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 469
1779 Washington,] G[eorge]. [Middlebrook.] To [Col. Jere-
MAR. 2 miah Wadsworth, Middlebrook?]. Supplies for
Western Expedition. Transcript.
C. C. 169, 5, 501
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 2 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 14, 57
1779 Jay, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington [Mid-
MAR. 2 dlebrook]. British reenforcement from Rhode
Island; European politics. A. L. S. 2 pp.
30, 270
1779 Laurens, Henr} r . Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
MAR. 2 ton [MiddlebrookJ. Personal matters; British
attempt on Elizabethtown; affairs to the South
ward. A. L. S. 3 pp. 30, 272
1779 [Putnam, Israel.] Redding [Connecticut]. To [George
MAR. 2 Washington, Middlebrook]. Incursion of enemy
at Horse Neck. [Extract of letter.] Ip. In hand
writing of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1778, Mar. 8.
C. C. 152, 7, 167
1779 Prisoners. British. List of those taken at Horse Neck
MAR. 2 [Connecticut]. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress 1778, Mar. 8.
C. C. 152, 7, J 71
1779 Sheriff, Charles. Middlebrook. Return of articles to be
MAR. 2 provided at Easton. List of quartermaster s
stores with deficiencies noted. Contemporary
copy. 4 pp. In handwriting of Peter Bryan
Bruin. Transmitted to Washington. 93, 260
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 295
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President of
MAR. 3 Congress, Philadelphia]. The Western expedi
tion; consolidation of regiments and question of
officers. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Mar. 8.
Referred to the Board of War.
A. IV, pt. I, 309
1779 Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] To [Joseph Reed,
MAR. 3 Philadelphia]. Troops for the Western expedi
tion. Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 515
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7,351.
1779 Jay, John. [Philadelphia.] To [George Washington, Mid-
MAR. 3 dlebrook]. Publishing of news; England s prep
arations; measures of public utility. A. L. S.
3 pp. 30, 283
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAR. 4 War, Philadelphia]. Arrangement of officers;
disputes of rank etc. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 311
1779 Washington], G[eorge]. [Middlebrook.] To Gov.
MAR. 4 [George] Clinton [Poughkeepsie, New York]. The
Western Expedition; secrecy; troops. Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 55
The same letter, with minor changes, sent to Prest. Joseph Reed,
undei date of Mar. 3.
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 4 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Acknowl
edging letter. Letter-book cop} T . C. C. 14, 58
1779 Massachusetts, Council. [Boston.] Proceedings on Maj.
MAR 4. Gen. [Israel] Putnam s request for cannon. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Rich
ard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Apr. 28.
C. C. 152, 7, 279
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAR - 6 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Movement of the
enemy. Draft. 2pp. In handwriting of James
McHenry. Read in Congress, Mar. 8.
A. IV, pt. I, 313
[1779] [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] To [Maj. Gen.
[MAR. 6] John Sullivan, Providence, Rhode Island]. Com-
296 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
mand of expedition against the Six Nations.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 64
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890, 7, 356.
1770 Anonymous. [New York.] To [George Washington, Mid-
[MAR. 6?] dlebrook]. Intelligence of a British fleet. [Ex
tract of letter.] 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, Mar. 6. C. C. 152, 7, 161
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAR. 8 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Transmitting account
of incursion of enemy to Horse Neck. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of James McHenry. liead
in Congress, Mar. 11. Referred to Committee of
Intelligence. A. IV, pt. I, 315
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. g [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 14, 61
1770 Continental Congress, Resolves. Method of making out
^ I;VR 8 military commissions. Contemporary copy, at
tested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779,
Aug. 6. 93, 288
1779 Nelson, Thomas, jr. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
MAR. 9 ington [Middlebrook]. Purchase of horses in
Virginia. A. L. S. 1 p. 30, 334
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
}j AR iQ of Congress, Philadelphia]. Case of Brig. Gen.
James Reid. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
James McHenry. Read in Congress, Mar. 13.
Referred to the Board of War.
A. IV, pt. I, 315
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAR. 10 War, Philadelphia.] Pay of supernumerary offi
cers; shoes. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
James McHenry. A. IV, pt. I, 315
1779 [Maxwell, William.] [Elizabeth town, New Jersey.] To
MAR. 10 [George Washington, Middlebrook]. Intelli
gence of movements of British ships. [Extract
of letter.] 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh
man. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Mar. 11. C. C. 152, 7, 181
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEOKGE WASHINGTON 297
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAR. 11 O f Congress, Philadelphia]. Enemy s designs;
Baron Steuben s regulations. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of James McHenry. Read in Con
gress, Mar. 15. A. IV, pt. I, 317
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
^ IAR - n War, Philadelphia.] Resolves of Congress re
specting clothing due the army for the year
1777. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 319
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Establishment of Corps
MAR. 11 of Engineers. D. S. of Richard Peters. In
handwriting of Timothy Pickering, jr. Enclosed
in Board of War to Washington, 1779, Apr. 21.
93, 62
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 12 [George] Washington [Middlebrook, New
Jersey]. Transmitting resolves. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 14, 66
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
^ IAR - 13 War. Philadelphia]. Disputes in 2d. Connecticut
regiment. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 321
1779 Morris, Gouverneur. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
^ IAR - 14 ington [Middlebrook]. Character of the former
commander of the Western Department [Brig.
Gen. Lachlan Mclntosh]. A. L. S. 2 pp.
30, 376
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the President of
MAR. 15 Congress [Philadelphia]. Recruiting; bounties;
prosecution of war; clothing of army. Draft.
6 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton
and Washington. Read in Congress, Mar. 18.
A. IV, pt. 1, 323
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 363.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Thomas Nel
son, jr., Philadelphia]. Horses for personal use;
crisis of affairs. Auto, draft. 3 pp.
P. 1, pt. II, 309
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
- 15 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Trans
mitting resolve. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 14, 68
298 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 South Carolina, delegates to Continental Congress. Phila-
MAR. 15 delphia. To [George] Washington [Middle-
brook]. Exchange of prisoners; civilians; reen-
f orcements for the South. L. S. of Thomas Burke
and Henry Laurens. 2pp. Answered Mar. 18.*
30, 3T8
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Brig. Gen. Ed-
MAR. 16 ward Hand, Minisink, New York]. Information
desired of the Indian country. [Extract of let
ter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 6, 19
1779 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference. Philadel-
MAR. 16 phia. Passage of recommended resolutions; pro
vision for wagoners. A. L. S. of James Duane.
1 p. 30, 383
Committee: Duane, Root, M. Smith, G. Morris, Drayton and Hutson.
1779 Laurens, Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
MAR. 16 ton [Middlebrook]. News from the South; for
warding papers. A. L. S. 2 pp. 30, 388
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 17 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Trans
mitting resolve. Letter-book copy. C. C. 14, 68
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the South Car-
MAR. 18 olina delegates in Congress, Philadelphia]. Ex
change of prisoners; agreements. Draft. 5 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. IV, pt. I, 329
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 19 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Trans
mitting resolves; regulations for Clothiers De
partment under consideration. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 14, 69
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President of
MAR - 20 Congress, Philadelphia]. Payment of certificates
for supplies furnished by inhabitants. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 333
[1779] Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] To [the President
[MAR. 20] of Congress, Philadelphia]. Memorial of officers
and soldiers of Jackson s, Lee s and Henley s
regiments; court martial at Fort Pitt. Draft.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 299
2 pp. In handwriting- of Tench Tilghman. Read
in Congress Mar. 23. Referred to Board of War.
A. IV, pt. I, 335
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAR. 20 War, Philadelphia]. Arrangements and clothing
for the western expedition. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 337
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAR. 20 War, Philadelphia]. Commissions for New Jer
sey, South Carolina and Virginia officers. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 34:1
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Henry Laurens,
MAR. 20 Philadelphia]. Affairs in the South; arming of
slaves. Auto, draft signed. 3 pp.
P. I, pt. II, 313
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 370.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
MA R- 21 War [Philadelphia]. Col. [Moses] Rawlings or
dered to Fort Pitt. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 343
1779 [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] To [Brig. Gen.
MAR - 21 Edward Hand, Minisink, New York]. Swampy
nature of countiy between Chemung and the
Seneca Nation. [Extract of letter.] Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 20
1779 Washington,] G[eorge]. Middlebrook. To [Maj. Gen.
MAR. 21 Philip John Schuyler, Albany]. The Western
expedition; plan to be adopted; state of finances.
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 477
1779 Burke, Thomas. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
MAR - 22 [Middlebrook]. Reenlistment of North Carolina
troops; state bounty. Recent copy. 1 p. 31,37
1779 Continental Congress. Ordinance for regulating the Clothier
MAR. 23 General s Department. Broadside. 1 p. Printed
by Claypoole. Transmitted to Washington.
93, 303
1779 Nelson, Thomas, jr. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
MAR. 23 ington [Middlebrook]. Danger to America from
condition of finances. A. L. S. 2 pp. 31, 72
300 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAR. 24 o f Congress, Philadelphia]. Minor military mat
ters; enlistment of wagoners. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress Mar. 29. Referred to the Board of
War. A. IV, pt. I, 345
1779 [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] To [Brig. Gen.
MAR - 24 Edward Hand, Minisink, New York]. Informa
tion desired of Indian country. [Extract of let
ter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 6, 21
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 24 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. Letter- book copy. C. C. 14, 74
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 24 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Provision
supplies for Oneida and other friendly Indians.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 14, 75
1779 Burke, Thomas. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
MAR. 24 [Middlebrook]. Volunteer cavalry from Vir
ginia to aid South Carolina. A. L. S. 2 pp.
Answered Mar. 28.* 31, 64
1779 Board of War [Philadelphia]. To [George] Washington
MAE - 25 [Middlebrook]. Petition of William MacPher-
son. L. S. of Richard Peters. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Peter Scull. Answered Mar. 29.*
93, 56
1779 [White, Anthony Walton.] [Lancaster, Pennsylvania.]
MAR. 25 To [ the Board of Wai% Philadelphia]. Blunder
busses for his dragoons. Contemporary extract
of letter. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1779, Apr. 1. 93, 108
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
^ IAR - 26 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of
enemy s ships and troops. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Read in Congress
Mar. 30. A. IV, pt. I, 347
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7.38G, note.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
MAR - 26 War [Philadelphia]. Cartridges and hunting
shirts. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 349
WRITING OF JOHN FITZGERALD.
MAK. 2
i ..
Burke, Tho
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ImurJwritintr of
1779 Washington, George. Middlehrook
Wur [Philadelphia]. Can
shirts. Draft. I p. la h
Tilghman.
x
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 301
1779 Harnage, Henry. Cambridge [Massachusetts]. To
MAR. 27 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Applica
tion to go to Charlottesville by sea. A. L. S.
3 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Apr. 12. C. C. 152, 7, 251
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAR. 28 o f Congress, Philadelphia]. News in Rivington s
Gazette. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Apr. 1.
A. IV, pt. I, 351
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Thomas Burke
MAR. 28 [Philadelphia]. [Col. George] Baylor s and [Col.
Theodorick] Bland s dragoons; clothing and ac
coutrements; letters to go into New York.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. A. IV, pt. I, 353
1779 Jay, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
MAR. 28 Middlebrook. Introducing a secret agent. A.
L. S. 1 p. 31, 107
1779 [Maxwell, William.] [Elizabethtown, New Jersey.] To
MAR. 28 [George Washington, Middlebrook]. Reports of
British ships. [Extract of letter.] Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Mar. 29. C. C. 152, 7, 215
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAR. 29 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Transmitting letter
from [Brig.] Gen. [William] Maxwell. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read
in Congress, Apr. 5. Referred to Board of War.
A. IV, pt. I, 355
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
MAR. 29 War [Philadelphia]. Proposed commission for
[William] Macpherson. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. I, 357
1779 Board of War. Regulations for Engineer corps and Sappers
MAR. 30 and Miners; duties of engineers; plans, attacks,
defense; composition of Sappers and Miners;
duties. D. S. of Richard Peters. In handwriting
of Timothy Pickering, jr. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington, 1779, Apr. 21. 93, 62
302 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. New York militia for ex-
APR. l pedition against the Western Indians. Contem
porary copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1779, Apr. 4. 93, 70
1779 Board of War, Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
APR. l Middlebrook. Arming of Lt. Col. [Anthony
Walton] White s dragoons. A. L. S. of Peter
Scull. 1 p. Answered Apr. 4* 93, 106
1779 Washington, George. Middlebook. To [the President of
APR. 2 Congress, Philadelphia]. Provisions for Oneida
Indians; Clothier General s Department; arrange
ment of the cavalry. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Apr. 5. Reported to the Board of
War. A. IV, pt. I, 359
1779 t Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
APR. 2 War, Philadelphia]. Contract for cannon.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 363
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Appointment of Pierre
APR. 3 Charles L Enfant as Captain of Engineers. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington 1779, Apr. 12. 93, 90
1779 [Schuyler, Philip John.] [Albany.] To [George Wash-
APR. 3 ington, Middlebrook]. The Western Expedition;
choice of routes. [Extract of letter.] Trans
cript. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 485
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
APR. 4 War, Philadelphia]. Rank of officers in the North
Carolina line; blunderbusses for dragoons; ar
rangement of Engineer corps; Sappers and
Miners; the German battalion. Draft. 4 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. 1, 365
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
APR. 4 War, Philadelphia]. Arrangement of officers of
Pennsylvania and Rhode Island regiments,
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. 1, 369
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 303
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
APR - 4 War, Philadelphia]. Clothing, arms, etc. for
troops ordered to Wyoming. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 371
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
ApR - 4 War [Philadelphia]. Clothing for troops at
Wyoming. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of James McHenry. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug.
21. C. C. 152, 7, 611
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Brig.] Gen.
APR. 4 [Edward] Hand [Minisink, New York]. Cloth
ing. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting
of James McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 21.
C. C. 152, 7, 613
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 4 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. 93, 68
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Thomas Burke
ApR - 5 [Philadelphia]. Plan of additional bounties.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. IV, pt. I, 373
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay of army clothiers.
APR - 5 Contemporary cop} 7 , attested by Charles Thom
son. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1779, Apr. 7. 93, 73
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Election of deputy com-
ApR - 6 missary generals of musters. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington
1779, Apr. 8 93, 80
1779 [Knox, Henry.] [Middlebrook.] To [George Washing-
ApR - 6 ton, Middlebrook]. Completion of the artillery
corps. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Apr. 7.
C. C. 152, 7, 225
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Committee
ApR . 7 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Completion of the
artillery regiment. Draft. 3 pp. In handwrit
ing of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 375
304 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[1779] [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] Remarks to the
[APR. 7] Committee of Conference. Plan of campaign;
militia on Western frontier; barrack-masters and
commissaries; brigadiers; independent corps.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Apr. 7.
C. C. 152, 7, 229
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APE - 7 [George] Washington, [Middlebrook]. Trans
mitting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p.
93, 71
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Memorial of Capt. Job
APR - 7 Sumner. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1779, Apr. 8. 93, 79
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Road from Penobscot to
St. Johns. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 2pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1779, Apr. 8. 93, 77
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
APR - 7 Middlebrook. Forwarding commissions for the
Virginia line. A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p.
31, 241
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
ApE - 8 War [Philadelphia]. Disputes of rank; hunting
shirts. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 379
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 8 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp. An
swered Apr. 15.* 93, 75
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Appointments of lieuten-
APR. 9 ants in Col. [Charles] Harrison s artillery. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1779, Apr. 12. 93, 88
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Dismissal of Maj. de Bois.
APE - 9 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, Apr. 12. 93, 89
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George Washington,
APK - 9 Middlebrook]. Cartridges; clothing department;
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 305
cannon casting; Man-land men in the German
battalion: cavalry. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
4 pp. Answered Apr. 15.* 93, 81
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
APK. 9 Middlebrook. The army shoe factory at Newark
and establishment of others elsewhere. A. L. S.
of Timothy Pickering, jr. 3pp. Answered Apr.
15.* 93, 83
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
APR. 10 War [Philadelphia]. Design of consolidating the
Adjutant General and Inspector General Depart
ments. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. A. IV, pt. I, 381
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
APR. 10 War, Philadelphia]. Commissions for the Vir
ginia line. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 383
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Court martial of Col.
APR. 10 [Archibald] Steel at Fort Pitt. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, Apr. 12. 93, 87
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President of
APR - 12 Congress, Philadelphia]. - Exchange of certain
British officers. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, April 14.
A. IV, pt. I, 385
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 12 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting various resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp.
93,85
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
APR. 13 War [Philadelphia]. [Capt, Bartholomew] Von
Heer s claim. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 387
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
APR. 13 [Middlebrook]. Promotion of Lt. Col. [Francis]
Nichols; hunting shirts; proclamation pardoning
deserters. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp.
Answered Apr. 22.* 31, 281
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
APR. 13 Middlebrook. Ensigns commissions in the Vir-
28632 0(5 20
306 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
ginia line. A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 2 pp. An
swered Apr. 22.* 31, 283
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To John Jay [Phil-
ApR - 14 adelphia]. The Canada expedition and [Maj.]
Gen. [Horatio] Gates s actions. Draft. 11 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton and
Washington. P. I, pt. II, 337
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7, 39S.
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
ApR - 1-1 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves; return of court-martial proceedings
on officers at Springfield. L. S. of John Jay.
2 pp. 93, 91
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Request of certain con-
APK. 14 vention officers; court-martial proceedings re
specting the Springfield laboratory. Contem
porary copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington
1779, Apr. 14. 93, 93
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Passports to enter enemy s
APR - 14 lines. Broadside. 1 p. Printed by Hall and
Sellers. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, Apr. 18. 93, 100
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President of
APR. 15 Congress, Philadelphia.] Transmitting New York
newspapers. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Apr. 19.
A. IV, pt. I, 389
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
APK. 15 War, Philadelphia]. Clothier General s depart
ment; need of cannon; the German battalion; re
duction of the cavalry; shoes. Draft, -i pp. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. IV, pt. I, 391
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
APR. 15 War, Philadelphia] Succession of officers in 2d
New Jersey Regiment and other minor matters.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. I, 395
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
APK. 15 Middlebrook. Arrangement of the Rhode Island
and Pennsylvania Lines; [Maj.] Gen. [Arthur]
St. Glair s letter. A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 2
pp. Answered Apr. 22. ft 31,320
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 307
1779 [Schuyler, Philip John.] [Livingston Manor, New York].
APR. 15 To [George Washington, Middlebrook]. Intelli
gence of enemy s movements in Canada. [Extract
of letter]. Transcript. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 6, 22
1779 Sullivan, John. Mill Stone [near Easton, Pennsylvania].
APR- 16 To [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Force
necessary for the Indian expedition. Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 490
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Enlistment of wagoners.
APR. 17 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1779, Apr. 18. 93, 98
1779 New Jersey, Brigade Officers. Elizabethtown. To the
APR - 17 Legislature of New Jersey. Remonstrance;
lack of pay; necessities. Contemporary copy.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, May 11. C. C. 152, 7, 325
1779 Sullivan, Daniel. Pittsburg. Charges against his con-
APR. 17 duct as Indian interpreter. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, May 16. C. C. 152, 7, 357
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR- 18 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp. 93, 96
1779 [Chaloner & White.] [Philadelphia.] To [Col. Jeremiah
APR. is Wadsworth, Middlebrook ?] Prospects of flour.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 504
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Brig. Gen. James
Clinton [Albany]. Batteaux for Western expedi
tion. [Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 512
1779 Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] To [Joseph Reed,
. 19 Philadelphia]. Call for militia for the Western
Expedition. Transcript. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 517
308 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 [Washington, George.] Middlebrook. To [Maj. Gen.
APR. 19 Philip John Schuyler, Albany]. Plans for the
Western Expedition. [Extract of letter.] Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 496
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7,400.
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Resignation of Capt. [Ben-
APR. 19 jamin] Stoddert. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
93, 105
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Resignation of Maj. Gen.
APR- 19 [Philip John] Schuyler. Contemporary copy
attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1779,
Apr. 20. 93, 101
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Ration allowance of colonels
APR. 19 acting as brigadiers. Contemporary copy attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, Apr. 20.
93, 102
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
APR. 19 Middlebrook. Transmitting commissions of Vir
ginia subalterns; promotions in the Jersey Line.
A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p. Answered Apr.
22.* 31, 359
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
APR. 20 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Appointment of date
for trial of Maj. Gen. [Benedict] Arnold. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read
in Congress, Apr. 22. A. IV, pt. I, 397
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 20 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. 93, 103
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington.
APR. 21 Middlebrook. Regulations for government of
Engineer Department; German battalion. A. L.
S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp. Answered May 3.*
93, 60
1779 [Ge rard de Eayneval, Conrad Alexandre]. To [the Presi-
[APR. 21] ^ ent O f Congress, Philadelphia]. Cooperation of
Comte D Estaing with American forces. 3 pp.
(In French. ) Auto, note of Gerard that above was
sent by Gouverneur Morris. Transmitted to
Washington. 93, 336
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 309
1779 Jay, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
APR. 21 [Middlebrook]. Reflections [on the Conway
Cabal]; the war. A. L. S. 4 pp. 31, 367
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890, 7, 404
note.
1779 V[an] Schaick, G[oose]. Onondaga [New York]. Return
R- of prisoners taken on Onondaga Expedition.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1779, May 7.
C. C. 152, 7, 305
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
War [Philadelphia]. Hunting shirts, blankets and
shoes; rank; drums. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 401
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To William Ellery
APR. 22 [Philadelphia]. Commissions for the Rhode Island
regiments. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. I, 405
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
ApR - 2: of Congress, Philadelphia]. Need of money by
Quartermaster General to provide for the West
ern Expedition. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton. Referred to Board of
Treasury, Apr. 26. A. IV, pt. I, 399
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the President of
APR. 23 Congress [Philadelphia]. Reported embarkation
of enemy for West Indies or Georgia. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read
in Congress, Apr. 26. A. IV, pt. I, 407
1779 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Middlebrook. To John Jay
APR- 23 [Philadelphia]. Queries respecting the Continen
tal frigates; supplies for Bermuda and the cur
rency. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. P. I, pt. II, 351
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 415.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President of
ApR- 2 Congress, Philadelphia]. Reduction of pay of
Captain-lieutenants of the artillery. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read
in Congress, May 1. Referred to Board of War.
A. IV, pt. I, 409
1779 Flint, Royal. Raritan [New Jersey]. To [George] Wash-
APR. 24 ington [Middlebrook]. Prospects for supplies for
310 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Western Expedition. Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 503
1779 V[an] Schaik, G[oose]. Fort Schuyler [New York]. Ac-
Apa - 24 count of the Onondaga Expedition, Contem
porary copj^. 3 pp. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, May 7. C. C. 152, 7, 3<>1
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Al>R - 25 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting papers. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. 32, 7
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
APR. 25 Middlebrook. Clothing for troops; supply of
shoes. A. L. S. of Timotlry Pickering, jr. 2 pp.
93, 109
1779 Jay, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington [Mid
dlebrook]. Marine and Commercial committees
in Congress; Sieur Gerard [deRayneval]; secrecy
rules; state of currency. A. L. S. 3pp. 32,41
1779 Morris, Gouverneur. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash
ington [Middlebrook]. Assistance from France;
sketch of method of attack upon New York. A.
L. S. 2 pp. 32, 43
1779 Rhode Island, Council of War. Providence. To the
President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Efforts of
the state during the past; present situation; re-
, quest for protection. Contemporary copy. 4pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1779, May 10. 93,111
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Maj. Gen. Philip
John Schuyler, Albany]. Intelligence from Can
ada. [Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 23
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Joseph Reed,
Philadelphia]. Militia for the Western Expedi
tion. [Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 519
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 422.
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
APR - 27 [Middlebrook]. Commissions. A. L. S. of Peter
Scull. 1 p. 32, 68
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 311
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia]. To [George] Washington
APR. 27 [Middlebrook]. Memorial of Capt. [Lawrence]
Keene and minor matters. A. L. S. of Peter
Scull. 1 p. 32, 68
1779 Duane, James. Philadelphia. To George Washington,
APR. 27 Raritan [Middlebrook]. Gov. [George] Clinton
respecting exchange of prisoners. A. L. S. 1 p.
32, 63
1779 [Schuyler, Philip John.] Albany. To [George Washing-
APR- 2 " ton, Middlebrook]. Enclosing account of expe
dition against Onondaga. [Extract of letter.]
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison-. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1779, May 7.
C. C. 152, T, 299
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
V APR. 28 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Cannon in Massa
chusetts; advance of enemy to Middletown [New
Jersey]. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of
James McHenry. Read in Congress, Ma}* 1.
A. IV, pt. I, 411
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
ApR - 28 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Petition
of Cols. [Philip] Van Cortlandt and [Peter] Ganse-
voort. Letter-book copy. C. C. 14, 94
1779 Continental Congress, Committee on defense of South Car-
APR. 28 olina and Georgia. To [George] Washington
[Middlebrook]. Letter from South Carolina;
troops raising in North Carolina and Virginia;
plan proposed. A. L. S. of Richard Henry Lee.
2 pp. Answered Apr. 30.* 32, 87
Committee: Lee, Burke and Laurens.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
APR. 29 of Congress, Philadelphia], Retreat of enemy
from Middletown. D. S. 1 p. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton and James McHenry.
Read in Congress, May 3. A. IV, pt. I, 415
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
APR. 30 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Complaint of troops
in Eastern Department as to pay. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of James McHenry. Referred
to Board of Treasury, Ma}* 4.
A. IV, pt. I, 41 T
312 LIBRAE Y OF CONGRESS
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Committee of
APR. 30 Congress, Philadelphia]. Situation in Carolina;
the Virginia levies; North Carolina troops.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. A. IV, pt. I, 419
Committee on defense of South Carolina and Georgia: R. H. Lee,
Laurens and Burke.
1779 Flint, Royal. Raritan [New Jersey]. To [George] Wash-
APR. 30 ington [Middlebrook]. Abundance of flour.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 504
[1779] [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] Observations on
[APR.] resolves of Congress respecting the Inspector-
Generalship of the army. Contemporary copy.
9 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
C. C. 152, 7, 235
[1779] Davies, William and Robert Hanson Harrison. [Middle-
[APR.] brook] To [George Washington, Middlebrook].
Report of conference with British Commissioners
to arrange a general exchange; previous negotia
tions; defective powers of British Commissioners;
liquidation of Convention troops expenses; [Lt.]
Gen. [John] Burgoyne s exchange status; defini
tive proposals of British; tariff; correspondence
of Apr. 22 between Davies and Harrison and West
Hyde and John [Lewis] Andre respecting pro
posals. Contemporary copy. 32 pp. In hand
writing of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1779, May 7.
Endorsed: " Ordered to be printed." C. C. 28, 1
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Cannon from Massachu-
^ IAY 1 setts for defense of the Highlands. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, May 4. 93, 123
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
of Congress, Philadelphia], Peace with the
Cayugas; British expedition from Canada.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Read in Congress, May 7. Referred
to the Board of War. A. IV, pt. II, 1
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 429.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 313
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
MAY 3 War [Philadelphia]. Linen and blankets for
troops; combining the Adjutant-General and
Inspector-General s departments. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of James McHenry.
A. IV, pt. II, 3
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAY 3 War, Philadelphia]. Transmitting commissions
and resignations in the Virginia line. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of James McHenry.
A. IV, pt. II, 5
1779 [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] To [Gov. George
MAY 3 Clinton, Poughkeepsie ? New York]. Rendezvous
and routes of troops on the Western Expedition.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 529
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To James Duane
MAY 3 [Philadelphia]. Exchange of civilians. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. IV, pt. II, 7
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Maj. Gen. [John]
MA Y 4 Sullivan [Millstone? New Jersey]. Orders for
preparations for the Western Expedition. Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 505
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY4 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Trans
mitting resolves; hard money for secret service.
L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp. Answered May 11.*
93, 121
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Raising Rhode Island
MAY 4 troops. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1779, May 5. 93, 126
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President of
MAY 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Britain s intentions of
prosecuting the war; need of recruits. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Read in Congress, May 8. Referred to Commit
tee appointed to prepare an address to the several
states, consisting of Morris, Drayton, Paca, S.
Adams and Burke. A. IV, pt. II, 9
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 433.
314 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] To [a Committee
MAY 5 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Orders for the Vir
ginia levies; arms. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 17
Committee: R. H. Lee, Laurens and Burke.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
MAY 5 War [Philadelphia]. Need of clothing etc. in
the Western Department. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of James McHenry.
A. IV, pt. II, 11
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
War [Philadelphia]. Commission for Brig. Gen.
[John] Glover. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
James McHenry. A. IV, pt. II, 15
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 5 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolve. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. Answered
May 11.* 93, 121
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Brig.] Gen.
MAY 6 [Alexander] McDougall [Peekskill, New York].
Pay and clothing for regiment of Poor s brigade.
[Extract of letter.] Contemporary copy. Ip. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 21. C. C. 152, 7, 617
1779 Maxwell, William. Elizabethtown [New Jersey]. To
MAY 6 George Washington [Middlebrook]. Remon
strance of New Jersey officers. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, May 11. C. C. 152, 7, 315
1779 Virginia, Delegates to Continental Congress. Philadelphia.
MAY 6 To [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Col.
Alexander Spotswood s appointment. L. S. :
Meriwether Smith, Richard Hem*} Lee, Cyrus
Griffin and Wm. Fleming. 2 pp. Answered
May 13.* 92, 183
1779 Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] To [the President
MAY 7 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Sailing of a British
expedition from New York; exchange negotia
tions. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, May 10.
Referred to Board of War. A. IV, pt. II, 19
COREESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 315
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Brig. Gen.
MAY 7 [William] Maxwell [Elizabethtown]. Opinion of
the remonstrance of the Jersey officers. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard
Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, May 11.
C. C. 152, 7, 319
I rinted: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 7, 445.
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Troops for the South-
MAY 7 ward; cavalry; clothing for Virginia levies. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, May 10. 93, 115
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. New England troops to be
MAY 7 kept in Rhode Island. A. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1779, May 10. 93, 117
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. The Rhode Island situa-
MAY ~ tiori. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1779, May 10. 93, 118
1779 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
MAY Middlebrook. Col. [Benjamin] Flower s rank and
trouble between artillery and artificers at the
laboratory. A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr.
2 pp. Answered May U.* 93, 127
1779 McHenry, James. Middlebrook. To [the Board of War,
MAY 7 Philadelphia]. Changes among officers of the
Virginia line. Auto, draft signed. 1 p.
A. IV, pt. II, 23
1779 [Washington, George.] Middlebrook. To [Gouverneur
MAY 8 Morris, Philadelphia]. Morris s scheme [attack
on New York]; campaign in the South; the civil
and military situation. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton.
P. I, pt. II, 377
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7,449.
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Appointing James Elliott
MAY 8 and Thomas Mclntire captains in Continental
Army. Contemporary copy, attested by Benja
min Stoddert. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War
to Washington, 1779, May 1<>. Miscel.
1779 Webb, Samuel Blatchley. [Trenton, New Jersey.] Pay
abstract of his regiment for April 1779, while
316 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
commanded by Maj. Ebenezer Huntington. At
tested copy, with explanatory note, by Paymaster
General John Pierce, made Sept. 20, 1782. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1782,
Oct. 10. 98, 213
1779 Forman, Jonathan. Elizabethtown [New Jerse} 7 ]. To
MAY 8 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Reasons
for the remonstrance of the Jersey officers.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1779, Ma} 7 11.
C. C. 152, 7, 323
[1779] [Pennsylvania, Executive Council.] [Philadelphia.] To
[MAY 8] [George Washington, Middlebrook]. Method of
raising men for Western Expedition. [Extract
of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 520
1779 Ge rard [de Rayneval, Conrad Alexandre]. Philadelphia.
MAY 9 To [the President of Congress, Philadelphia].
Presenting his memorial on cooperation with
Comte D Estaing.
Ge rard [de Rayneval, Conrad Alexandre]. Philadelphia.
Memorial to Congress. D Estaing s aid to
Georgia; provisions for the fleet. Contemporary
copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Chas. Thomson.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, May 10. 32, 248
1779 Morgan, George. Princeton [New Jersey]. To [George
MAY 9 Washington, Middlebrook]. Audience with Dela
ware Chiefs. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of James McHenry. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
May 14. C. C. 152, 7, 335
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAY 10 War, Philadelphia]. Return and commissions
for 9th Virginia regiment. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
A. IV, pt. II, 25
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To John Jay [Phila-
MAY 10 delphia]. Condition of affairs; the currency.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. P. I, pt. II, 381
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 317
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Brig. Gen. Wil-
MAY 10 liam Maxwell, Elizabethtown, New Jersey]. Re
monstrance of the Jersey officers; pay of soldiers.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1779, May 11.
C. C. 152, 7, 329
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) K. Y. 1891. 7,448,
note.
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 10 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp.
Answered May U.* 93, 113
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 10 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Letter of
Minister of France [Gerard de Rayneval] to Con
gress; direction of military operations. A. L. S.
of John Jay. 1 p. 32, 246
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 10 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp.
93, 131
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Memorial of the Minister
MAY 10 of France. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, May 10. 32, 250
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Thanks of Congress to
MAY 10 Col. [Goose] Van Schaick and officers and soldiers;
conduct of commissioners to arrange a cartel; re
port to be transmitted American prisoners. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington 1779, May 10. 93, 133
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAY 10 [Middlebrook]. Trouble in Col. [Thomas] Proc
tor s regiment; drums and colors; supplies. A.
L. S. of Richard Peters. 3 pp. Answered Ma} T
U.* 93, 129
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAY 10 [Middlebrook]. Transmitting commissions. A.
L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p. 32, 237
1779 Armstrong, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
MAY 10 ton [Middlebrook]. The situation, military and
318 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
in Congress; affairs on northern frontier; relief
of the Wyoming Valley from Fort Pitt. A. L.
S. 2 pp. 32, 253
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAY n of Congress, Philadelphia]. Remonstrance of
officers of 1st New Jersey regiment; lack of cloth
ing; cattle for western expedition; secret intelli
gence. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton and Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, May 17. Referred to Board
of War and Committee to Superintend Quarter
master and Commissary Departments: G. Morris,
Whipple and Armstrong. A. IV, pt. II, 27
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6, 254.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAY 11 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Brig. Gen. [Lachlan]
Mclntosh and the Southern campaign. L. S. 1 p.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read
in Congress, May 18. C. C. 152, 7, 307
Draft dated May 12 is in A. IV, pt. II, 31.
1779 Henry, P[atrick]. Williamsburg [Virginia]. To the
MAY 11 President of Congress, Philadelphia. British in
the Chesapeake; importance of Portsmouth.
Contemporan r copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Peter Scull. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington 1779, May 22. 32, 403
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay and subsistance of
MAY 11 Engineers, Sappers and Miners; Duportail, com
mander in chief. Contemporary copy, attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to AVashington, 1779, May 12.
93, 139
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay of quarter-masters,
MAY 11 wagon-masters, commissaries and others. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
2 pp. "Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, May 19. 93, 158
[1779] Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Delaware
MAY 12 Chiefs [Middlebrook]. Peace and friendship.
Contemporary copy. 5 pp. In handwriting of
Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, May 14.
C. C. 152, 7, 339
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 319
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 12 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. 6f John Jay. 2 pp. An
swered May 25.* 93, 137
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Resignation of Lt. [David]
MAY 12 Vallance and Ensign - - Brush. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, May 12. 93, 135
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Election of Col. William
MAY 12 Irvine to brigadier-general. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington
1779, May 12. 93, 156
1779 McHenry, James. Middlebrook. To the Board of War
MAY 12 [Philadelphia]. Retention of commissions by
officers who resign. Auto, draft signed. 1 p.
A. IV, pt. II, 33
1779 Henry, Patrick. Williamsburg. To the President of
MAY 12 Congress [Philadelphia]. British capture of
Portsmouth. Contemporary copy. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, May 22, 32, 405
1779 Jay, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
MAY 12 [Middlebrook]. Requesting passport for Mrs.
[Margaret] De Lancey. A. L. S. 2 pp. 32, 257
1779 Johnston, Thomas. Annapolis [Maryland], To Henry
MAY 12 Hollingsworth [Head of Elk?]. British in the
Chesapeake. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of George Bond. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, May 15.
93, 146
[1779] [Sullivan, John.] Millstone [Pennsylvania]. To [George
[MAY 12] Washington, Middlebrook]. Clothing for troops.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 58
1779 Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] To [the Virginia
13 delegates to Congress, Philadelphia]. Reappoint-
ment of Col. [Alexander] Spotswood and trouble
it would cause. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 35
Delegates: M. Smith, R. H. Lee, Griffin and Fleming.
320 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[1779] [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] To [Maj. Gen.
[MAY 13] John Sullivan, Millstone, Pennsylvania]. Ren
dezvous of troops. [Extract of letter.] Trans
cript. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 539
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Brig. Gen. [William]
M AY 13 Moultrie to command Southern army. Contem
porary cop}", attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1779, May 15. 93, 147
1779 Ford, Benjamin. Shrewsbury [South Carolina]. To
MAY 13 [George Washington, Middlebrook]. Intelli
gence from Charleston. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of James McHenry. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, May 16. C. C. 152, 7, 369
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAY 14 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Position of troops;
visit of the Delaware chiefs. Draft, 1 p. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read in
Congress May 17. Referred to Committee on
Indian Affairs. A. IV, pt. II, 39
Committee: Duane, Armstrong, Burke, Laurens and Sherman.
Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
War [Philadelphia]. Lt. Col. [Benjamin] Flow
ers claim to advancement in the artillery; ap
pointment of various officers. Draft. 4 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 41
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Brig.] Gen.
MAY 14 [Alexander] McDougall [Peekskill, New York].
Ordering regiments of Poor s brigade to Easton.
Contemporary copy, l p. In handwriting of
James McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 21.
C. C. 152, 7, 619
1779 Board of War. Philadelphia. To George Washington,
MAY 14 Middlebrook. Commission for Lt. Col. [AdamJ
Hubley. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p.
Answered May 18.*. 93, 140
1779 Hamilton, Alexander. [Middlebrook.] To [Brig. Gen.
MAY 14 Lachlan Mclntosh, Middlebrook]. Inquiry into
his conduct. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
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"Washington, C-reoj-^e. Middle b> . K >k. To jthe Pr*sitlr;5t
of < Jon^re^s, I hiladf p.^uj. l^r-ition ul troops:
visit of ihe iVlaw.ii e ciriefs. Ovrtt. 1 p. In
handwriting- of Alexander Hamilton. lJ*-aii in
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1778 WashiK- ton, Oor^.. Middle!. ruoi. To I Brijr. j
MAV 14 [Alexaderj MeDougall Peek.-:. Ml. Xe\v lork).
Ordering regiments of Poor s l>riga,de to Ka.^ion.
Contoinporary copy, i ]>, In handwritinjj of
.!: .nn s Mellenry. Knch -ed in \V r a- ;iii<_^on !
the President of Congress. 1770, Aiuj - .
C. C. 152> ;. r,-i !
1779 Board of War. Philadelphia. To Georgv \V:!->!.sni;-tuii.
MAY 14 Middlehrook. Commission for I.: ( f>l. [Ad. ti ! !
Hubley, A. L. S. of Richard Pet^ts. 1 p.
Answered May 1.8.* 93, 1-iO
1779 Hamilton, Alexander. [Middlehrook.] T- T^rig. ( r, n.
MAY U Laehlan Mclntosh. Middlohrookj. Inquiry i;ito
his conduct. Contemporary r-<-p\ . 1 p. Jn
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COBBESPONDENCE OF GEOEGE WASHINGTON 321
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
17T9, May 16. C. C. 152, 7, 361
1779 Henry, Patrick. Williamsburgh. Proclamation. Militia
MAY 14 to be held in readiness. Contemporary copy.
In handwriting of John Jay. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, May 22.
32, 406
1779 Mclntosh, Lachlan. [Middlebrook.] To [George] Wash-
MAY 14 ington [Middlebrook]. Requesting an inquiry
of his conduct; Col. George Morgan and the
Delaware chiefs. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1779, May 16. C. C. 152, 7, 349
1779 Mclntosh, Lachlan. [Middlebrook.] To [Lt. Col. Alex-
MAY 14 ander Hamilton, Middlebrook]. Investigation of
affairs in the Western Department. Contempo
rary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of James
McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, May 16.
C. C. 152, 7, 365
[1779] Morgan, George. His conduct in the Western Depart-
[MAY 14?] ment. Contemporaiy copy. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
May 16. C. C. 152, 7, 353
1779 Pennsylvania, Council. Resolve. Recommending Lt. Col.
MAY 14 Adam Hubley to the Board of War. A. D. S. of
Timothy Matlack, marked fct (copy)" 1 p, En
closed in Board of War to Washington, 1779,
May 14. 93, 142
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
^ IAY 15 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Maj. Gen.
[Benjamin] Lincoln s retirement from South; let
ter of Gov. [Thomas] Johnston. L. S. of John
Jay. 2 pp. Answered May 17.* 93, 143
1779 [Cheever, Ezekiel.] [Springfield, Massachusetts.] To [the
MAY 15 Board of War, Philadelphia]. Order for sup
plies from [Brig.] Gen. [James] Clinton. Extract
in handwriting of Richard Peters. P^nclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1778, May 25.
Answered June 9.* 93, 147
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322
1779 Duane, James. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
MAY 15 Middlebrook]. Coalescence of certain New York
regiments. A. L. S. 1 p. Answered May 26.*
32, 329
1779 Irvine, William. Philadelphia. To the President of Con-
MAY 15 gress [Philadelphia]. Claim to rank. Contempo
rary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 177!), May 17. Miscel.
1779 [Lawson, Robert.] Smithiield [Virginia]. To Gov. [Pat-
MAY 15 rick Henry. Williamsburgh]. British outrages
in Virginia. [Extracts of two letters.] In hand
writing of John Jay. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1779, May 22. 32, 406
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAY 10 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Case of Brig. Gen.
[Lachlan] Mclntosh; news from the South.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of James Mc-
Henry. Read in Congress May 17.
A. IV, pt. II, 45
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAY 17 of Congress, Philadelphia]. British expedition
from New York; Convention troops. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. IV, pt. II, 47
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 7,452.
1779 Washington, George. [Middlebrook.] To [the President
MAY 17 of Congress, Philadelphia]. [Maj.] Gen. [Hora
tio] Gates s need of money to pay troops. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. Referred to Board of Treasur}^.
A. IV, pt, II, 49
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Assistants and clerks to
MAY 17 the Adjutant-General. Contemporary copy, at
tested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779, May
19. 93, 151
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Indian affairs. Contem-
MAY 17 porary copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1
p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1779, May 19. 93, 153
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
17 Middlebrook. Brig. Gen. [William] Irvine s
claim to rank. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 323
Answered May 29. Endorsed as referred to
Board of Genl. Officers July 4, 1780. Miscel
1779 Duane, James. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
MAY 17 Middlebrook]. Exchange of citizens. A. L. S.
1 p. Answered May 26.* 32, 327
1779 Mason, Thompson. Leesburg [Virginia]. To the Presi-
MAY]? dent of Congress [Philadelphia]. Descent of
British on Portsmouth. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Peter Scull. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1779,
May 22. 32, 402
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAY 18 w ai . ? Philadelphia]. Promotion of Major
[Thomas] Forrest; rank in the artillery; other
promotions. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. A. IV, pt. II, 51
1779 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Middlebrook. To [John Arm-
MAY 18 strong, Philadelphia]. Distresses of the present;
conditions; need of exertion. Auto, draft signed.
4 pp. P. I, pt. II, 387
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 454.
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Brig. Gen. [Lachlan] Mc-
M AY 18 Intosh ordered south. Contemporary cop} , at
tested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779, May
19. 93, 152
1779 Continental Congress, Provision Committee. Extracts from
MAY 18-22 letters and estimates to the Commissary General
on the subject of supplies for the French. A. D.
of Robert Hanson Harrison. 4 pp. 91, 243
1779 Treasury Board. Philadelphia. To George Washington,
MAY 18 Middlebrook. Resignation of army paymasters
before settling accounts. L. S. of James Duane.
Answered June 9.* 94, 350
1779 Barnet, Ichabod B. Examination of [James] Hallett s ac-
MAY 18 tions in New York.
MAY 18 Brown, John. Report respecting Hallett. A. D. S. of
Elias Boudinot. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington, 1779, Aug. 31. 93, 335
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Maj. Gen. [Na-
MAY 19 thanael] Greene. Wagons, tents, etc., for the
Western Expedition. [Extract of letter.] Tran
script. C. C. 169, 5, 507
324 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[1779] Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Maj. Gen. John
[MAY 19] Sullivan, Easton, Pennsylvania]. Overalls and
shirts. [Extract of letter.] Transcript. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 523
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
^ IAY 19 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolve. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. An
swered May 25.* 93, 150
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 19 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. [Brig.]
Gen. [Lachlan] Mclntosh s complaints; transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp. An
swered May 25.* 93, 149
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAY 19 [Middlebrook]. Commissions for 9th Virginia
regiment; promotions in 6th Connecticut. A.
L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p. 93, 154
1779 [Claiborne, Richard.] [P^sthertown, Pennsylvania.] To
MAY 19 [Brig. Gen. Edward Hand, Wyoming]. Supplies
and boatmen. [P^xtract of letter.] Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1TT9, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 5-41
1779 Claiborne, K[ichardJ. P^sthertown [Pennsylvania]. To
MAY 19 [Maj. Gen. John Sullivan, Easton, Pennsylvania],
Provisions and boats for the Indian P^xpedition;
movement of troops, etc. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Charles Morse. Trans
mitted to Washington. 93, 258
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the [Executive]
MAY 20 Council of Pennsylvania [Philadelphia]. Inde
pendent companies for the Western Expedition.
[P^xtract of letter.] Transcript. P^nclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 521
1779 Johnson, Thomas. Annapolis. To [the Maryland delc-
MAY 20 gates in Congress, Philadelphia]. British in Vir
ginia; assistance for Maryland. A. L. S. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Maryland delegates to Washington,
1779, May 23. 92, 207
[1779] [Purviance, Samuel.] [Baltimore.] To - -? Prepa-
[MAY 20] rations for defense of Baltimore and Annapolis.
Contemporary extract of letter. 1 p. Enclosed in
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 325
Maryland delegates to Congress to Washington,
1779, May 23. 92, 209
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAY 21 [Middlebrook]. Commissions and various arrange
ment of matters among the Pennsylvania troops.
A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 2 pp. 94, 117
1779 Judd, William. Reading [Pennsylvania]. To the Board
MAY 21 of War [Philadelphia]. Petition respecting his
rank in the Ar,my. A. L. S. 3 pp. Enclosed
in Board of War to Washington, 1779, June 18.
93, 223
[1779] Pennsylvania, Officers of the Line. Omissions in arrange-
[MAY 21] ment A. D. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p. Enclosed
in Board of War to Washington, 1779, May 21.
94, 119
1779 [Schuyler, Philip John.] [Saratoga.] To [George Wash-
MAY 21 ington, Middlebrook]. Intelligence from Canada.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 24
1779 [Sullivan, .John.] Easton [Pennsylvania]. To [George
MAY 21 Washington, Middlebrook]. Delays in forward
ing clothing. [Extract of letter.] Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 524
1779 [Van Schaick, Goose.] [Saratoga.] To [Brig. Gen. James
^ IAY 21 Clinton, Albany]. Intelligence from Oswego.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 25
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAY 22 War, Philadelphia]. Dispute of rank between
Brig. Gens. [William] Irvine and [Edward] Hand;
far reaching consequences; minor matters of com
missions. 6 pp. In handwriting of Robert Han
son Harrison. A. IV ? pt. II, 55
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of War
MAY 22 [Philadelphia]. Orders to Col. [Theodorick]
Bland and Lt. Col. [William] Washington to join
the Southern army. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of James McHenry. A. IV, pt. II, 61
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY22 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Enemy s
326 LIBEAEY OF CONGRESS
operations in Virginia. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp.
Answered May 25.* 32, 400
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Rank of exchanged officers.
MAY 22 Broadside. Printed by Claypoole. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779, May
25. 93, 107
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Exchange of loyalists for
MAY 22 citizen prisoners. Contemporary copy, attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, May 25.
93, 168
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To Gov. [William] Liv-
MAY 22 ingston and Caleb Camp [Trenton ?]. State of the
New Jersey troops; numbers, deficiency etc. Con
temporary copy. 4 pp. In handwriting of Tim
othy Pickering, jr. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1779, May 27. 93, 173
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAY 23 War, Philadelphia]. Need of shoes and overalls
for the Western Expedition. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. IV, pt. II, 63
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [Brig.] Gen. [Al-
MAY 23 exander] McDougall [Peekskill, New York].
Hunting shirts and shoes for the Western Expe
dition. [Extract of letter.] Contemporary cop} .
2 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 21. C. C. 152, 7, 623
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [George] Mea-
MAY 23 sam [Boston]. Supply of hunting shirts. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1779, Aug. 21.
C. C. 152, 7, 609
1779 . Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George Washington,]
MAY 23 Middlebrook. Movement of troops; Col. [Theo-
dorick] Bland; appointment of Capt. [Daniel?]
Topham. A. L. S. of Richard Peters, with auto,
signed postscript of May 24 by T[imothy] Pick
ering, jr. 1 p. Answered May 27.* 93,160
1779 Maryland, Delegates to Continental Congress. Philadel-
MAY 23 phia. To [George Washington, Middlebrook].
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 327
British in Virginia; defense of Maryland. A. L.S.
of John Henry jr., signed also by George Plater,
Wm. Carmichael and Dan. of St. Thomas Jenifer.
2pp. Answered May 25.* 92, 205
[1779] [Sullivan, John.] [Easton, Pennsylvania.] To [George
[MAY 23] Washington, Middlebrook]. The situation; want
of wagons. [Extract of letter.] Transcript. En
closed in Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 59
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
^ AY 24 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Transmitting news
papers. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress Maj- 26.
A. IV, pt. II, 65
1779 Washington,] G[eorge]. Middlebrook. To Maj. Gen.
MAY 24 [John] Sullivan [Easton, Pennsylvania]. Shoes
and overalls for the Western Expedition. Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 525
[1779] [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] To [Maj. Gen.
[MAY 24] John Sullivan, Easton Pennsylvania]. Gov.
[George] Clinton s proposed expedition against
the Esopus Indians; the Western Expedition.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 65
1779 [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] To [Maj. Gen.
MAY 24 John Sullivan, Easton]. Wagons and powder.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 16. C. C. 169, 6, 68
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAY 24 [Middlebrook]. Supply of shoes; arms and ac
coutrements. A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr.
4 pp. 93, 163
[Elaine, Ephraim.] [Carlisle, Pennsylvania]. To [Maj.
Gen. John Sullivan, Easton]. Abundance of pro
visions; lack of boots. [Extract of letter.] Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 60
Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
of Congress, Philadelphia]. Predatory warfare
of enemy; reenforcement of Southern army; de-
328 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
signs of enemy; lack of wagons for Western
expedition. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress, May 28.
A. IV, pt. II, 67
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6, 261.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAY 25 War, Philadelphia]. Minor commissions and
resignations. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
James McHenry. A. IV, pt. II, 69
[1779] Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Marine
[MAY 25] Committee, Philadelphia]. Proposition of de
stroying enemy s shipping in New York harbor.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. A. IV, pt. II. 71
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Maryland
MAY 25 delegates to Congress, Philadelphia]. Impossi
bility of sending detachments to aid individual
States. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 73
Delegates: Plater, Carmichael, J. Henry, jr., and Daniel of St.
Thomas Jenifer.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Virginia
MAY 25 delegates to Congress, Philadelphia]. Impossi
bility of detaching Lee s horse for service in Vir
ginia; militia. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 77
Delegates: M. Smith, R. H. Lee, Griffen and Fleming.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Brig. Gen.
MAY 25 [Charles] Scott [Virginia]. Reenforcing the
Southern army; aid to Virginia. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, May 28. C. C. 152, 7, 383
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 25 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp. 93, 165
[1779] Board of War. Estimate of clothing necessary for army.
[MAY 25.] Tabular statement giving style, colors, number of
uniforms etc. A. D. of Peter Scull. 3 pp.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1779,
May 25. 93, 182
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAY 25 [Middlebrook]. Estimate of clothing for the
army. A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 2 pp. 93, 184
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 329
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
MAY 25 [Middlebrook]. [Brig.] Gen. [William] Irvine s
rank; mistakes in commissions; complaints of Col.
[Daniel] Brodhead; Baron de Woolfen. A. L. S.
of Richard Peters. 3 pp. Answered May "11.*
93, 169
[1779] Board of War. [Philadelphia. 1 To [Ezekiel Cheever,
MAY 25 Springfield, Mass.]. Authority of order [of May
15]; compliance. Extract in handwriting of
John Clark jr.
MAY 25 Board of War. To George Washington, Middlebrook.
Transmitting above extract; decision of the
Board. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. Answered
June 9.* 93,147
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAY 26 of Congress, Philadelphia], News from Charles
ton [South Carolina]. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of James McHenry. Read in Congress,
May 28. A. IV, pt. II, 81
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAY 26 War, Philadelphia]. Promotion of Capt. Call of
Bland s dragoons. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of James McHenry. A. IV, pt, II, 83
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [James Duane,
MAY 26 Philadelphia]. Coalescing of New York regi
ments; confusion that would be caused thereby.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Ham
ilton. A. IV, pt. II, 85
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Purchase of horses for
MAY 26 Baylor s dragoons. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Richard Peters. Enclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1779, May 27.
93, 177
1779 Marine Committee. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
MAY 26 ton [Middlebrook]. Inabilitj 7 of Navy to cooper
ate. L. S. of Samuel Adams. 2 pp. 92, 211
[1779] [Sullivan, John.] [Easton, Pennsylvania.] To [George
[MAY 26] Washington, Middlebrook]. Wagons and pow
der. [Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 59
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
MAY 27 War [Philadelphia]. Wagons; arms for the west-
330 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
ern expedition and officers; shoes and overalls;
officers clothing. Draft. 3 pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 00
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
MA Y - " Middlebrook. State quotas of troops. A. L. S.
of Richard Peters. 1 p. Answered June 9.*
93, 171
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
MAY - Middlebrook. Purchase of horses for Baylor s
regiment; station for unmounted men. A. L. S.
of Richard Peters. 2 pp. Answered June 9.*
93, 175
1779 Burnet, William. Philadelphia. Certificate of Dr. Isaac
MAv2 Foster s management of Eastern Department,
Continental Hospital. A. D. S. 1 p. Enclosed
in Medical Committee to Washington, 1779, Nov.
15. 92, 317
[1779] Cuyler, Jacob. Albany. To [Maj. Gen. Philip John
[MAY 27] Schuyler, Albany] Provision supplies. Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 487
1779 [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] To [Ma]". Gen.
MAY 28 John Sullivan, Easton, Pennsylvania]. Defi
ciency of supplies; troops. [Extract of letter.]
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 531
1779 Clinton, James. Albany. To [George Washington, Mid-
MAY28 dlebrook]. Supplies at Fort Schuyler; routes of
march. [Extract of letter.] Transcript. En
closed in Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 514
1779 Foster, Isaac. Philadelphia. To the Medical Committee
MAY 28 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Memorial of the
selectmen of Danbury; foundation of the com
plaints; conditions at Danbury. A. L. S. 4 pp.
Enclosed in Medical Committee to Washington,
1779, Nov. 15. 92, 315
1779 Ryan, M[ichael]. [Middlebrook?] To the Board of War
MAY 28 [Philadelphia]. His rank in the army. A. L. S.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1779,
May 29. 93, 180
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 331
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
MAY 29 of Congress, Philadelphia], Acknowledging let
ter. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 87
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
MAY 29 Middlebrook. Inspectorship for Major [Michael]
Ryan. A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 1 p.
Answered June 9.* 93, 178
1779 Continental Army, Board of General Officers. Middle-
MAY 29 brook. Proceedings on Major [Joseph] Prowell s
claim to his majorit}*. Contemporary copy. 2
pp. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress 1779,
June 3. C. C. 152, 7, 397
1779 [McDougall, Alexander.] [Peekskill, New York.] To
MAY 29- [George Washington, Middlebrook]. Intelli
gence of British advance up the Hudson [Ex
tracts of letters. ] In handwriting of Richard Kid-
der Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, June 3.
C. C. 152, 7, 405
1779 Wayne, Anthony. [Middlebrook.] To the Board of War
MAY 29 [Philadelphia]. Recommending Maj. [Michael]
Ryan. A. L. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington, 1779, May 29. 93, 181
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the Board of
MAY 30 War, Philadelphia]. Commissions for officers in
the Maryland line; Lt. Col. [Adam] Hubley s
right to command; other promotions. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. A. IV, pt.^II, 93
1779 Thompson, William. Carlisle [Pennsylvania]. To Peter
MAY 30 Scull, Philadelphia. Mistake in exchange. A.
L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to Wash
ington, 1779, June 12. 93, 270
1779 [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook.] To Maj. Gen.
MAY 31 [John] Sullivan [Easton, Pennsylvania]. Instruc
tions for guidance of Western Expedition.
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 532
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 460.
1779 [Washington, George.] Middlebrook. To [Maj. Gen.
MAY 31 John Sullivan, Easton, Pennsylvania]. Clothing
332 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
and shoes for the Western Expedition. [Extract
of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 527
1779 Bland, Theodorick. Charlottesville [Virginia]. To the
MAY31 Board of War [Philadelphia]. Application of
convention officers to go into New York. A. L.
S. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to Wash
ington 1779, June 8. 93, 221
1779 [Clark, Jonathan] [Paramus, New Jersey] To [George
MAY 31 ~ Washington, Middlebrook]. British advance up
the Hudson. [Extract of letter.] In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
June 3. C. C. 152, 7, 405
1779 [Sullivan, John.] [Easton, Pennsylvania]. To [George
MAY 31 Washington, Middlebrook]. Col. [Ephraim]
Blaine s letter. [Extract of letter.] Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 60
[1779] Anonymous. Report of repulse of British at Charleston
[MAY ?] [South Carolina]. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1779, June 7. 93, 204
[1779] Pennsylvania, Captains of the Line. To [George] Wash-
[MAY?] ington [Middlebrook]. Memorial; majority of
Capt. Joseph Prowell; promotions, seniority, etc.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, June 3.
C. C. 152, 7, 393
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Board of
JUNE 1 War [Philadelphia]. Arrangement of New Hamp
shire officers; clothing for Pennsylvania troops;
repairs to shoes. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting
of James McHenry. A. IV, pt. II, 95
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To the Marine Com-
JUNE 1 mittee [Philadelphia]. Recommending Maj.
[William] Blodget. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton.
A. IV, pt. II, 99
1779 Elaine, Ephraim. Philadelphia. To [Col.] Jeremiah Wads-
NE 1 worth [Middlebrook]. Beef supply for the West-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 333
ern Expedition. [Extract of letter.] Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 508
1779 Board of War, [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
JuNE 2 Middlebrook. Arrangement of Proctor s artil
lery. A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p. Answered
June 6. 93, 186
1779 Harnage, Henry. Cambridge [Massachusetts]. To [Maj.
JUNE 2 Gen. William Phillips, Charlottesville, Virginia].
His journey to Charlottesville. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1779, Aug. 26. 93, 322
1779 [St. Clair, Arthur.] [Pompton, New Jersey.] To [George
JcNE 2 Washington, Middlebrook]. Movements of Brit
ish on the Hudson. [Extract of letter.] In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
June 3. C. C. 152, 7, 405
1779 [Sullivan, John.] [Easton, Pennsylvania.] To [George
Jt"NE2 Washington, Middlebrook]. Terms with the
Indians. [Extract of letter.] Transcript. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 540
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
J UNE 3 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Movement of troops
to check enemy; lack of wagons and forage; want
of money to pay troops at Providence. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Read in Congress, June 5. A. IV, pt. II, 103
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 463.
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To [the President
J UNE 3 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Disputes over rank
in the Pennsylvania and New York line. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, June 5. Acted on.
A. IV, pt. II, 101
1779 Washington, George. [Middlebrook] [New Jersey]. To
JuNE3 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Re
turn of British from Chesapeake Bay to New
York. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 105
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Brig. Gen. [William]
Thompson s and others petition ; parole exchanges.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thorn-
334 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, June 4. 93, 194
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JL T NE 3 [Middlebrook]. Term of enlistment and minor
matters. A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 3 pp.
Answered June 9.* 93, 188
1779 [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook]. To [Maj. Gen.
JUNE 4 John Sullivan, Easton, Pennsylvania]. Terms
with Indians. [Extract of letter.] Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 543
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JuNE 4 [George] Washington [en route to the Highlands].
Transmitting resolves; victory at Charleston;
report of cartel commissioners. A. L. S. of John
Jay. 1 p. Answered June 11.* 93,192
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
J UNE 4 [Middlebrook]. Arrangement of the New Hamp
shire Line, mistakes etc. A. L. S. of Peter
Scull. 2 pp. Answered June 9.* 93, 190
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JL-NE 5 [George] Washington [Middlebrook]. Receipt
of letters. A. L. S. 1 p. Answered June 11.*
93, 197
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Rank of Col. [Lewis]
JuNE 5 Dubois; Maj. [Joseph] Prowell s commission and
rank of Pennsylvania officers. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington
1779, June 7. 93, 203
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
JuNE5 Middlebrook. Transmitting commissions for the
Maryland Line. A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p.
Answered June 9.* 93, 195
1 77 9 Phillips, W[illiamj. Charlottesville [Virginia]. To the
JuNE 5 President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Exchange
of Capt. [William] Featherstone. In hand
writing of Timothy Pickering, jr. 93, 230
1779 Washington, George. Ring wood Iron Works [New Jer-
JuNE 6 Hey], To [the President of Congress, Philadel
phia]. Enemy s works at Stony Point and cap
ture of Fort Lafayette; maneuvers in the river.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 335
Draft. 4. pp. In handwriting of Robert Han
son Harrison. Read in Congress June 10.
A. IV, pt. II, 107
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7, 465.
1779 Washington, George. Ringwood. To [the Board of
JUNE 6 War, Philadelphia]. Promotions in the artillery.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. A. IV, pt. II, 113
1779 Hand, Edward. Wyoming [Pennsylvania]. To Maj.
JUNE 6 Gen. [John] Sullivan [Easton, Pennsylvania].
Movement of troops. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Charles Morse. Transmitted
to Washington. 93, 255
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 7 [George] Washington [Smith s Clove, New
York]. Transmitting resolves and other papers.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 14, 126
1779 Fallon, James. Philadelphia. Order to Dr. Jacob
JUNE 7 Ehrenseller to appear before Investigating Com
mittee. Contemporary copy. Enclosed in Pres
ident of Congress to Washington 1779, July 20.
93, 272
1779 Washington, George. Smith s Clove. To the Board of
JUNE 9 War. [Philadelphia.] Minor military matters;
promotions, enlistments, bounties. Draft. 7 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison and
Alexander Hamilton. A. IV, pt. II, 115
1779 Washington, George. Smith s Clove. To the Board of
JUNE 9 Treasury [Philadelphia]. Officers leaving the
service without settling their accounts. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 123
1779 Washington, George. Middlebrook. To Col. [William]
JUNE 9 Malcolm, near Deans Furnace, [New Jerse} r ]. Dis
banding the militia. L. S. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Alexander Hamilton. Transmitted to
Congress? C. C. 152, 7, 435
[1779] Washington, George. Smith s Clove. To [Maj. Gen. John"
[JUNE 9] Sullivan, Easton, Pennsylvania]. Cooperation
with [Brig.] Gen. [James] Clinton. [Extract of
letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 543
336 LIBEAEY OF CONGKESS
[1779] Washington, George. [Smith s Clove.] To Brig. Gen.
[JUNE 10] [James] Clinton [Albany]. Junction with [Maj.]
Gen. [John] Sullivan. [Extract of letter.] Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 54A
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Case of Messieurs Geran-
JUNE 10 ger. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in Board of. War to Washington, 1779,
June 11. 93, 206
1779 Anonymous. Montreal. To [Maj. Gen. Philip John
JUNE 10 Schuyler, Saratoga]. Intelligence of movement
of troops to the Indian country. Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 26
1779 Washington, George. Smith s Clove. To [the President
JuxE.ll of Congress, Philadelphia]. Fortifications of
enemy at Verplanks and Ston} 7 Point. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Read in Congress, June 16. Referred to Gerry,
Armstrong and Laurens. A. IV, pt. II, 125
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7, 470.
note.
1779 Washington, George. Smith s Clove. To Michael Hille-
JUNE 11 gas [Philadelphia]. Requesting hard money for
secret service purposes. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 127
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 11 [Smith s- Tavern], Case of Messieurs Geranger.
A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 1 p. An
swered June 23.* 93, 207
1779 Board of War. Philadelphia. Correction of an exchange
JCNE 12 mistake. A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 1 p.
Answered June 23.* 93, 209
1779 Smith, James. Philadelphia. Petition to Congress. Re-
JUNE 12 specting his situation. A. D. 1 p. Read in
Congress, June li. Referred to the Commander
in chief. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, June 12. 93, 218
1779 [Sullivan, John.] [Easton, Pennsylvania.] To [George
JUNE 12 Washington, Smith s Clove]. Preparations to
commence march; delays. [Extract of letter.]
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 6, 61
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 337
1779 Washington, George. Smith s Clove. To [the President
JI N*E 14 of Congress, Philadelphia], News from South
Carolina. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 129
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JTXE 14 [Smith s Tavern]. Transmitting intelligence.
A. L.S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 1 p. 93,212
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To Lt. Col. [Anthony
JUNE 14 Walton] White [New Jersey]. British spies from
New York. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr.
2 pp. 93, 214
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Jt" N " E 15 [George] Washington [Smith s Clove]. Case of
Lt. [James] Smith. L. S. of John Hancock.
1 p. Answered June 23.* 93, 216
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Investigation of charges
J I " XE 15 against Dr. William Shippen, jr. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1779, June 30.
93, 244
1779 Morgan, John. Philadelphia. To [the President of Con-
JUXE 15 gress, Philadelphia]. Charging Dr. William
Shippen, jr. with mal-practices. Contemporary
copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1779, June 30. 93, 245
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Exchange of Capt. [Wil-
JCXE 18 Hum] Featherstone. A. D. of Chas. Thomson.
Transmitted to Washington. 93, 230
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 18 [Smith s Clove]. Exchange of Capt. [William]
Featherstone and other minor matters. A. L. S.
of Peter Scull. 2 pp. Answered June 25.*
93, 219
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 19 [Smith s Clove]. Transmitting sets of Journals
of Congress. A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p.
Answered June 25.* 93, 225
Memo, of above vols. 1 p. 93, 227.
[1779] [Clinton, James.] [Conojaharie Creek, New York.] To
[JUNE 19] [George] Washington [Smith s Clove]. Intelli
gence from Buck Island. [Extract cf letter.]
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 28
2863206 22
338 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Ehrenseller, J[acob]. Philadelphia. Certificate of collusion
JU NE 19 between Doctors James Fallen and William Ship-
pen, jr. Contemporary copy. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, July 20.
93, 272
1779 Washington, George. Smith s Clove. To [the Board of
JuxE 21 War Philadelphia]. The military situation and
minor matters. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. A. IV, pt. II, 131
[1779] [Washington, George.] [Smiths Clove]. To [Maj. Gen.
[JUNE 21] John Sullivan, Easton, Pennsylvania]. New York
militia for the Western Expedition. [Extract of
letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 6, 69
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 20 [George] Washington [Smith s Clove], Transmit
ting papers. L. S. of John Jay. 2 pp. An
swered June 28. 93, 228
[1779] Harrison, Robert H[anson]. [Smith s Clove.] To the
JUNE [21] Board of War [Philadelphia]. Arrangement of
officers in the New Hampshire line. Auto, draft
signed. 1 p. A. IV, pt, II, 133
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Pay of brigade inspectors;
JUNE 22 gratuity to privates enlisted for the war. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. P^nclosed in Board of War to Washington,
1779, July 28. 93, 232
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Plundering of inhabitants.
JUNE 22 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, June 24. Published in Genl.
Orders, July 1. 93, 239
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor [New York]. To
JUNE 23 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Re
moval of headquarters; enemy s news from South.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Hamil
ton. Read in Congress, June 28. Referred to
Board of War. A. IV, pt. II, 135
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the Board of War.
JUNE 23 [Philadelphia]. Arrangement and promotions of
officers. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 137
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 339
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 23 [New Windsor]. Transmitting commission.
A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p. 93, 235
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 24 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Trans
mitting resolves. L. S. of John Hancock. 1 p.
Answered J uly 1 . * 93, 237
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the Board of
JUNE 25 War [Philadelphia] Arrangement, promotions
and disputes of rank of officers. Draft. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 139
1779 Armstrong, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
JUNK 25 ton [New Windsor]. Expectation of return of
Comte D Estaing; finances and the depreciation;
foreign affairs; the fisheries; half -pay; report of
victon r near Charleston; British inability to raise
troops; land transfer. A. L. S. 5 pp. 33, 214
1779 Gates, Horatio. Providence [Rhode Island]. To George
JUNE 25 Washington [New Windsor]. Sailing of a Brit
ish fleet from Newport.
Topham, John. Little Compton [Rhode Island]. To
[Brig.] Gen. [Ezekiel] Cornell [Tiverton, Rhode
Island]. Sailing of British fleet from Newport.
Greene, C[hristopher]. East Greenwich [Rhode Island].
To Maj. Gen. Gates. Sailing of above fleet.
Contemporar}^ copies. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, June 1.
C. C. 152, 7, 443
1779 Sullivan, John. Wyoming [Pennsylvania].- To [George]
JUNE 25 Washington, [New Windsor]. Spoiled supplies;
lack of troops. Transcript. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug.
15. C. C. 169, 6, 70
1779 Clinton, James. Conojaharie Creek [New York], To
Jt"*E 26 [George Washington, New Windsor]. Forward
ing of batteaux and provisions. [Extract of let
ter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 6, 63
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the President
TrxE 27 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Inefficiency of the
340 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Clothier General s department; situation of the
sixteen additional regiments; officers; supply of
rum and minor military matters. Draft. 4 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read in
Congress July 6. Referred to Committee of
Conference. A. IV, pt. II, 143
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7,471.
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [Brig.] Gen.
JUNE 27 [James] Clinton [Albany], Transportation of
stores; rapidity and secrecy of movement. [Ex
tract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug.
15. C. C. 169, 5, 545
1779 [Sullivan, John.] Wyoming [Pennsylvania]. To [George
JUNE 27 Washington, New Windsor]. Spoiling of pro
visions; need of clothing. [Extract of letter.]
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 5, 527
1779 [Washington, George.] New Windsor. To [Gov. George
JUNE 28 Clinton, Poughkeepsie, New York], New York
troops for the Western expedition. Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 71
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Filling of State battalion.
JUNE 28 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1779, June 30. 93, 243
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Filling of State regiment
JUNE 28 vacancies in the Continental Line. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, June 30. 93, 243
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 28 [New Windsor]. Transmitting resolves. A. L. S.
1 p. Answered July 22.* 93, 233
1779 [Sullivan, John .] [Wyoming, Pennsylvania.] To [George
JUNE 29 Washington, New Windsor]. Boats and stores;
New York troops; strength of expedition. [Ex
tract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug.
15. C. C. 169, 6, 72
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the President
JUNE 30 o f Congress, Philadelphia. Col. [Daniel] Mor-
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1779 Board of War, [Philadelphia.] To [(i cor:
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1779 Washington, George. Ne.\v Wind-or. T. t
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CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 341
gan s resignation. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton. Referred to Board of
War. C. C. 152, 7, 431
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 30 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Charges
against Dr. [William] Shippen [jr]. L. S. of John
Jay. 2pp. Answered July 9.* 93,240
1779 Clinton, James. Conojaharie [New York]. To [George
JUNE 30 Washington, New Windsor]. Transportation of
provisions. [Extract of letter.] Transcript. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 1
1779 [Schuyler, Philip John.] [Saratoga,NewYork.] To [George
JU*E 30 Washington, New Windsor]. Intelligence from
Canada. [Extract of letter.] Transcript. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 26
[1779] [Washington, George.] [Middlebrook ?] Summary of in-
[MAY- telligence from [Brig.] Gen. [Edward] Hand,
Cols. [James] Cox, [Samuel] Patterson and
[Charles] Stewart relative to the Indian country.
A. D. 20 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15. W
The nineteen questions propounded by Washington to these officers,
with summaries of their replies, are arranged in parallel columns.
The original answers to the questions are in the Force papers.
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the President of
JULY 1 Congress, Philadelphia], Prevention of plunder
ing; movements of enemy; rations etc. to In
spectors. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
July 5. Referred to Board of War.
A. IV, pt. II, 147
1779 Washington,] G[eorge]. New Windsor. To [Maj.] Gen.
JI-LY 1 [John] Sullivan [Wyoming, Pennsylvania].
Transportation of stores by [Brig.] Gen. [James]
Clinton; embarrassments; men and clothing;
rapidity of movement. Transcript. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 73
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 477.
1779 Sullivan, John. Wyoming. To [George] Washington
JULY l [New Windsor]. Intelligence of British reen-
forcement for the Indian country. [Extract of
342 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 6, 29
1779 Hinman, John. Philadelphia. Certificate of conditions
JULY 2 at general hospital at Bethlehem [Pennsylvania].
Affidavit of truth of above before Benjamin Pas-
chall, July 3. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of George Bond. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, July 20.
93, i>7
1779 Hubley, Adam, jr. [Sunbury, Pennsylvania]. ToMaj.Gen.
JULY 2 [John] Sullivan [Easton, Pennsylvania]. Forward
ing supplies by boats; condition of salt beef, etc.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Peter Bryan Bruin. Transmitted to Washington.
93, 256
1779 Sheldon, Elisha. Salem [New Jersey]. To [Maj. Gen.
JULYS William Heath, Mandeville, New York.]
Skirmish at Poundridge [New York]. Contem-
porary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, July 9. C. C. 152, 7, 527
1779 "Wadsworth, Jeremiah. New Windsor. To [George Wash-
JULY 3 ington? New Windsor]. Beef for the Western
Expedition. Transcript. C. C. 169, 5, 507
1779 Collier, Sir George and William Tryon. [Long Island]
JULY 4 Sound. Address to Inhabitants of Connecticut
recommending a return to British allegiance.
Broadside. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, July 13.
C. C. 152, 7, 545
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the Executive
JULY 5 Council of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia], Press
ing need of men for the Western Expedition.
[Extract of letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 5, 521
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 7,479,
note.
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [Maj. Gen.
JuLY5 John Sullivan, Wyoming]. [Brig.] Gen. [James]
Clinton s supplies and manoeuvres of Western
Expedition. Transcript. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 6, 3
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE AVASHINGTON 343
1779 Armstrong, John. Philadelphia. To [George Washing-
JULY 7 ton, New Windsor]. Reinstatement of Maj.
[Francis] Nichols; news from Charleston. A. L.
S. 2 pp. 33, 233
1779 [Schuyler, Philip John.] Albany. To [George Washing-
JULY 7 ton, New Windsor], Intelligence of Indian
preparations. [Extract of letter.] Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 30
1779 Trumbull, Jonathan. Lebanon [Connecticut]. To [George
JULY 7 Washington, New Windsor]. Descent of enemy
on New Haven. Contemporary copy. 3 pp.
In handwriting of John Trumbull ? Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 6. C. C. 152, 7, 489
1779 Whiting, Samuel. [Near New Haven, Connecticut.] To
JULY 7 Maj. Gen. [William] Tryon [New Haven]. Reply
to his flag. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
July 13. C. C. 152, 7, 493
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the President
JULY 9 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of enemy ;
affair at Bedford [New York]; trials of Dr. [Wil
liam] Shippen, [jr.] and [Maj.] Gen. [Benedict]
Arnold; recruits; news of enemy. Draft. 6pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, July 13. Referred to Mar-
chant, Huntington and Armstrong. Committee
discharged Nov. 13. A. IV, pt. II, 149
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6,
285.
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Jt LY 9 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Appoint
ment of Peter Wickoff, clothier-general; trans
mitting papers. A. L. 8. of John Jay. 1 p.
Answered July 13.* 93, 246
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [Brig.] Gen.
JULY 10 [Anthony] Wayne [near Stony Point]. Suggest
ing plan of attempt against enemy s works.
Contemporary copy. 5 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washing--
o
ton to the President of Congress, 1779, July 20.
C. C. 152, 7, 511
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 487.
344 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Parsons, Samuel H[oldenj. Nor walk [Connecticut]. To
JULY 10 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Ravages
of enemy in Connecticut; skirmishes at East
Haven and Fair fie Id. Contemporary copy. 3
pp. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
July 13. C. C. 152, 7, 537
1779 Sullivan, John. Wyoming [Pennsylvania] To [George
JuLY 1 Washington, New Windsor]. Failure of pro
vision supplies; junction with [Brig.] Gen.
[James] Clinton. Transcript. Enclosed in W r ash-
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug.
15. C. C. 169, 6, 5
1779 Trumbull, Jonathan. Lebanon [Connecticut]. To George
JuLY 1( Washington [New Windsor]. Ravages of enemy
in Connecticut. Contemporary copy. 3pp. In
handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, July
13. C. C. 152, 7, 533
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the Board of
JfLY 11 War, Philadelphia]. Cannon and carriages for
works [at West Point]. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton.
A. IV, pt. II, 155
1779 Parsons, Samuel H[olden]. Wilton [Connecticut]. To
JuLY n [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Encoun
ter with British at Norwalk. Contemporary
cop} 7 . 3 pp. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, July 13. C. C. 152, 7, 541
1779 Parsons, Samuel H[olden]. [Fort Arnold, Connecticut].
Return of buildings at Norwalk, destroyed by
British. A. D. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 6.
C. C. 452, 7, 559
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the President
JULY 13 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Depredations of
enemy in Connecticut; movement of troops; pay
ment of bounties; lack of money. Draft. 4pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, July 19. Referred to Morris,
Carmichael and Whipple. A. IV, pt. II, 157
COKRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 345
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 13 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Trans
mitting intelligence. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 14, 148
1779 Hand, Edward. Kelso s Ferry [Pennsylvania]. To Maj.
JULY 13 Gen. [John] Sullivan [Easton, Pennsylvania].
Forwarding of stores [for Indian Expedition;
boats etc. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Peter Bryan Bruin. Transmitted to
Washington. 93, 253
1779 Hand, Edward. Kelso s Ferry [Pennsylvania]. To Maj.
JuLY 14 Gen. [John] Sullivan [Easton]. Forwarding stores
[for the Indian Expedition]; transportation.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Charles Morse. Transmitted to Washington.
93, 251
[1779] Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[JULY 15J [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Receipt
of letters; appointment of Lt. Col. Persifor Fra-
zer, Clothier General, in place of Peter Wikoff;
resolves transmitted. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 14, 150
1779 Steel, Alexander. Sunbury [Pennsylvania]. To [Maj.
JrLY 15 Gen. John Sullivan, Easton, Pennsylvania].
Stores [for the Indian Expedition]; flour, bread,
cattle, packhorses. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of George Bond. Transmitted
to Washington. 93, 249
1779 Wayne, Anthony. [Near Stony Point.] Orders for
JL T LY 15 assault on Stony Point. Transcript. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1776,
July 21. C. C. 169, 5, 407
1779 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the President
JuLY l g of Congress, Philadelphia]. Announcement [of
capture of Stony Point]. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison
A. IV, pt. II, 161
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6, 297.
1779 Rush, B[enjamin]. [Philadelphia.] To Dr. John Morgan
JULY 17 [Philadelphia]. Charges against Dr. William
Shippen, jr. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Charles Morse. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779,
July 20. 93, 269
346 LIBEAEY OF CONGEESS
1779 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
JULY 18 New Windsor]. Intelligence from Charleston;
actions at Stono Ferry and other places. A. L. S.
of Timothy Pickering, jr. 4 pp. 32, 333
1779 [Rice, John?] [Boston.] To [Maj. Gen. Horatio Gates,
JULY 18 Providence]. Reports of British designs against
Boston. [Extract of letter.] In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1779, July 29.
C. C. 152, 7, 459
1779 Morgan, John. Philadelphia. To the President of Con-
J I LY 19 gress [Philadelphia]. Charges against Dr. [Wil
liam] Shippen, jr.; his removal from command.
Contemporaiy copy. 5 pp. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, July 20.
93, 267
1779 Parsons, S[amuel] H[olden]. [Stamford, Connecticut].
J I LY 19 Return of buildings burned by British at Fair-
field. A. D. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 6.
C. C. 152, 7, 557.
1779 Washington, George. [New Windsor.] To [the Presi-
JULY 20 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Plans of
enemy. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, July 26.
A. IV, pt, II, 163
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 20 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Trans
mitting papers; capture of Stony Point. L. S.
of John Jay. 2 pp. Answered July 29.*
93, 265
[1779] [Bingham, William.] [St. Pierre, Martinique.] To [the
[JULY 20] President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Capture
of Grenada by French; naval engagement be
tween D Estaing and Byron. British reinforce
ments from West Indies; intelligence from
Europe. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1779,
Aug. 10. 34, 29
1779 Washington, George. [New Windsor.] To [the Presi-
JULY 21 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Particulars of
the capture of Stony Point. In handwriting of
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 347
Alexander Hamilton. L. S. 8 pp. Referred
to Morris, Huntington and Armstrong.
C. C. 152, 7, 503
(Draft. 7 pp. A. IV, pt. II, 165, is dated July 20.)
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 493.
1779 Butler, Lord. Wyoming. Return of quartermaster s
JULY 21 stores arrived at Wj-oming since June 23. Tab
ular statement. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Peter Bryan Bruin. Transmitted
to Washington. 93, 264
1779 Sullivan, John. List of letters and papers enclosed in
JULY 21 letter to Congress, 1779, July 21. 1 p. In hand
writing of Peter Bryan Bruin.
The list and documents themselves were transmitted to Washington.
93, 262
1779 Washington, George. West Point [New York]. To the
JULY 22 Board of War [Philadelphia]. Exchange of
Baron do Geisman; promotion of field officers of
the 16 Additional Regiments. Draft. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 173
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To JohnPenn [Phil-
JULY 22 adelphia]. Question of reinstatement of Major
[Francis?] Taylor. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt, II, 177
1779 Barber, F[rancis]. Return of men fit for duty at Wj-om-
JULY 22 ing. Tabular statement. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Peter Bryan Bruin.
Transmitted to Washington. 93, 263
1779 Potbury, Henry. Boston. Affidavit as to British fleet
JULY 22 from the West Indies. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, July 29. C. C. 152, 7, 463
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [Maj. Gen. Philip
JULY 23 John Schuyler, Albany]. Worth of intelligence
from Canada. [Extract of letter.] Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 31
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
JULY 24 Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of enemy.
Draft. 1 p. In hand writing of Alexander Ham
ilton. Read in Congress, July 30.
A. IV, pt. II, 179
348 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Cook, Lois. New Haven [Connecticut]. Affidavit of mur-
TI-LY 24 der of Elisha Tuthill. D. S. 1 p. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 6. C. C. 152, 7, 57
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
JuLY 25 Congress, Philadelphia]. Recommending Lt.
Col. de Fleury. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton. A. IV, pt. II, 181
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6,304.
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the Board of War,
JuLY 25 Philadelphia]. Repairing of clothes and shoes.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Ham
ilton. A. IV, pt. II, 183
1779 [Cornell, Ezekiel.] [Tiverton, Rhode Island.] To [Alaj.
JULY 25 Gen. Horatio Gates, Providence] Reports of
British fleet. [Extract of letter.] In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1779, July 29.
C. C. 152, 7", 459
1779 [Gates, Horatio.] [Providence, Rhode Island.] To [George
Jl " LY 25 Washington, West Point]. Intelligence of ene
my; escape of prisoners of war from Boston.
[Extract of letter.] In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, July 29.
C. C. 152, 7, 459
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Thanks, medals, honors
JULY 26 and rewards for capture of Stony Point. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
3 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, July 27. Published in Gen
eral Orders, Aug. 7. 93, 278
1779 Ailing, Charles. New Haven. Affidavit of appearance of
JuLY 26 bodies of certain New Haven men. A. D. S. 1 p.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 6. C. C. 152, 7, 565
1779 Beers, Elias. New Haven. Affidavit of murder of his
JULY 26 father by British.
Beers, Isaac. Corroboration of above. Ds. S. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 6. C. C. 152, 7. 567
1779 Collins, John. New Haven [Connecticut]. Affidavit of
JULY 26 brutality of British soldiers. D. S. 2 pp. En-
COKKESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 349
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 6. C. C. 152, 7, 547
1779 Gatter, Martin. New Haven. Affidavit of brutality of
Jfi-Y 26 British. D. S. I p. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 6.
C. C. 152, 7, 561
1779 [Shippen, William, jr.] [Middlebrook.] To [George Wash
ington, Middlebrook]. Memorials of physicians
and surgeons to Congress. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Transmitted to Congress. C. C. 152, 7. 233
1779 Townsend, Sarah. New Haven. Affidavit of brutality of
JrLY 26 British. D. S. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 6.
C. C. 152, 7, 551
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
Jt L Y 2 " [Philadelphia]. Abuses at Springfield [labora
tory]; Mons. Garanger and rank in the artillery.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Ham
ilton. A. IV, pt. II. 185
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To Col. [Theodorick]
JcLY 2 Bland [Charlottesville, Virginia]. Permission
for Convention officers to go to Canada. [Extract
of letter]. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 31. C. C. 152, 7, 719
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JrLY 2 ~ [George] Washington [West Point]. Success at
Stony Point. A. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p.
Answered Aug. 5.* 93, 276
1779 Hughes, Samuel. Annapolis [Maryland]. To [the Board
JULY 27 of War,] Philadelphia. Introducing Capt. [John]
Swan. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington, 1779, Aug. 10. 93, 292
1779 Daggett, Naphtali. New Haven. Affidavit of brutality
JULY 28 of British soldiers. D. S. 3 pp. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 6. C. C. 152, 7, 553
1779 English, Abigail. [New Haven, Connecticut]. Affidavit
JULY 28 of murder of Benjamin English by British. D.
S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, Aug. 6. C. C. 152, 7. 549
350 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Gatter, Christiana. New Haven. Affidavit of brutality
Ji Lv28 of British. Transcript. Enclosed in Washing-
ton to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 6. C. C. 169, 5, 434
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
JULY 29 Congress, Philadelphia]. Trials of Dr. [William]
Shippen, [jr.] and [Maj.] Gen. [Benedict] Arnold;
arrival of troops and Lord Cornwallis. L. S.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. Read in Congress, Aug. 4.
C. C. 152, 7, 455
The draft A. IV, pt. II, 189, is dated July 30.
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
JULY 29 Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of enemy;
lack of powder; regimental vacancies. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton and
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Aug. 3. Referred to Board of War.
A. IV, pt, II, 187
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [Maj. Gen. John
JULY 29 Sullivan, Wyoming, Pennsylvania]. Responsi
bility for failure of supplies; rapidity of move
ment; Col. [Daniel] Brodhead s projected expedi
tion against the Mingoes. Transcript. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 15. C. C. 169, 6, 10
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JuLY 29 [George] Washington, [New York]. Congress;
demand for money from the British [on account
of prisoners]. A. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. An
swered July 30. [29*] 11, 17
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 29 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting papers and resolves; James Wilkinson ap
pointed Clothier-General [in place of Lt. Col.
Persifor Frazer]. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 14, 159
1779 Board of War. Proceedings. Transferring Capt. [John]
JULY 30 Wilkie s Company to the llth Pennsylvania reg
iment. Contemporary copy* 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. 93, 287
1779 Hopkins, D[avid]. Crompond [New York]. To Maj.
[Thomas] Cartw right [Mandeville, New York].
Skirmish with enemy. Contemporary copy. 2
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 351
pp. In handwriting- of James McHenry. Trans
mitted to Congress, 1779, Aug. ?
C. C. 152, 7, 481
1779 Parsons, Samuel H[olden]. [Stamford? Connecticut.] To
JULY 31 George Washington [West Point]. Transmitting
depositions of British barbarity in Connecticut.
A. L. S. 1 p. Transmitted to Congress. Read,
Aug. 16. Referred to Committee of Intelligence.
C. C. 152, 7, 487
Committee: J. B. Smith, Lovell and Henry.
1779 Powder. General return of powder on hand. Tabular
JULY 31 statement of quantities and places where stored.
1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to Washington,
1779, Sep. 3. 93, 342
[1779] [Continental Congress, Marine Committee ?] [Philadelphia].
[JULY?] To [Benjamin Franklin? Passy]. Retaliatory
measures against Great Britain; designs against
London, Liverpool and elsewhere. Contempo
rary copy. 3 pp. C. C. 152, 7, 495
Charles Thomson notes in C. C. 1G9, 5, 385, that above document was
returned to Congress along with Washington s letter of July 13 and its
enclosures by the committee to whom the latter had been referred,
viz., Morris, Carmichael and Whipple.
1779 Washington, George. To Edmund Randolph [Philadel-
AUG. 1 phia]. Withholding of information by Congress;
weak state of army; mone} T . Auto, draft signed.
2 pp. P. I, pt. II, 429
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 7, 506, note.
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [Maj. Gen. John
Sullivan, Lackaw T anna, Pennsylvania]. Report
of deserter of strength of Indians. [Extract of
letter]. Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 0, 32
1779 Hayes, Samuel. Newark [New Jersey]. To [Maj. Gen.
AUG. 1 William Alexander], Lord Stirling [New Jersey].
Preparations on British fleet. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
1779 C. C. 152, 7, 475
AUG. 2 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of enemy.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Referred to Committee to Correspond
352 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
with Southern General: Laurens, Marchant and
Holtcn. A. IV, pt. II, 193
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War,
AUG. 3 Philadelphia. Arrangement of the llth Penn
sylvania regiment. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 195
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia,] To [George] Washington
AUG. 3 [West Point]. Capt. [Archibald] Edmonstone s
application to go into New York. A. L. S. of
Peter Scull. 1 p. Answered Aug. 10.* 93,281.
[1779] Washington, George. [West Point.] To [Maj. Gen. John
[AUG. 4] Sullivan, near Tuscarora, New York]. Junction
[with Brig. Gen. James Clinton]. [Extract of
letter.] Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 15.
C. C. 169, 6, 63
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To the President of Con-
Aue - 4 gress [Philadelphia]. Maj. Gen. [John] Sullivan s
complaints and supplies sent him. A. L. S. of
Timothy Pickering, jr. 2pp. Marked "copy."
93, 283
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
Auti - 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Filling of vacancies
among officers; promotions, disputes, etc.; pro
motion of [Capt. Joseph?] Pettingill; enemy s
movements; encounter between French and Brit
ish fleets. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison and Richard Kidder
Meade. Read in Congress, Aug. 12. Referred
to Board of War. A. IV, pt. II, 199
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
AUG. 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Acknowledging thanks
of Congress respecting Ston} T Point. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Aug. 16. A. IV r , pt. II, 201
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
AUG. 6 Congress, Philadelphia]. Inquiry respecting the
Western Expedition; depredations of British in
Connecticut. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Aug. 16. A. IV, pt. II, 203
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 353
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 6 [George] Washington [West Point], Transmitting
resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. Answered
Aug. 16.* 93, 285
1779 Howe, Robert. Salem [New Jersey]. To [George Wash-
AUG. 6 ington, West Point]. Lt. Col. [Anthony Walton]
White s raid. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Transmitted by
Washington to the Committee of Intelligence.
C. C. 152, 7, 477
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 7 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting papers respecting military matters. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 14, 165
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of
AUG. 8 War [Philadelphia]. Incorporation of Spen
cer s, Malcom s and Foreman s regiments; ar
rangement of officers. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 205
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AuG - 8 [George] Washington [West Point]. Leave of
absence for [Lt.] Col. [Charles] Simms. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 14, 165
1779 Continental Army, [West Point.] Board of General
AuG - 8 Officers. Settlement of rank of Colonels of
Artillery. Contemporary copy. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to Laurens, Spencer and Scudder,
1779, Sep. 13. C. C. 152, 8, 13
1779 Phillips, W[illiam]. Charlottes ville [Virginia]. To [the
AUG. 8 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Clothing
for Convention troops; exchange of prisoners;
Convention officers to go to New York. Con
temporary cop} 7 . 4 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1779, Aug. 26.
93, 321
1779 Clark, Abraham. Elizabethtown [New Jersey]. To the
AUG. 9 [New Jersey] delegates [in Congress, Philadel
phia]. Case of Nathaniel Randolph. Contem
porary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Timo
thy Pickering, jr. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington. 1779, Aug. 17. 93, 306
28632 OG 23
354 LIBEAKY OF CONGRESS
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
AUG. 10 [Philadelphia]. Exchange of Capt. [Archibald]
Edmonstone. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 207
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [John] Armstrong
AUG. 10 [Philadelphia], Land in Virginia; news of Brit
ish disasters. Auto, draft signed. 3 pp.
P. I, pt. II, 443
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 10 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting intelligence. A. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p.
Answered Aug. 16.* 34, 20
1779 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
AUG. 10 [West Point]. Exchange of Capt. [John] Swan.
A. L. S. of Peter Scull. 1 p. Answered Aug.
21.* 93, 291
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
AUG. 11 Congress, Philadelphia]. Reenforcement and
designs of enemy; militia; lack of flour and trans
portation facilities. Draft. 5pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison and Washington.
A. IV, pt. II, 209
1779 Continental Congress, Philadelphia. Circular letter to the
AUG. 14 States. British reenforcements; exertions neces
sary. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779,
Aug. 18. 93, 297
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
AUG. 14 [West Point]. Exchange of hides for officers
boots. A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 2pp.
Answered Aug. 26.* 93, 294
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
AUG. 15 Congress, Philadelphia]. The Western Expedi
tion; [Maj.] Gen. [John] Sullivan s misstatements;
supplies, force employed. Draft. 9 pp. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton and Wash
ington. Referred to Atlee, Armstrong, Spencer,
Dickinson and Mathews. A. IV, pt. II, 219
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8,8.
1779 Sullivan, John. Tioga [New York]. To [George] Wash-
AUG - 15 ington [West Point]. Account of destruction of
Chemung. Contemporary copy. 4 pp. In hand
writing of James McHenry. Enclosed in Wash-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON" 355
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 27.
C. C. 152, 7, 687
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
AUG. 16 Congress, Philadelphia]. Capt. [John] Wilkie s
Pennsj lvania troops and minor military matters.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Aug. 16. Referred
to Board of War. A. IV, pt. II, 215
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the Board of War,
AUG. 16 Philadelphia]. Hides for shoes ; Mons. Garanger s
wish for employment. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. II, 217
1779 [Washington, George.] West Point. To John Jay [Phila-
AUG. 16 delphia]. England s actions respecting Spanish
mediation; [Brig.] Gen. [Anthony] Wajme s re
port. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. P. I, pt. II, 447
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay to soldiers for deticien-
AUG. 16 cies of clothing. Contemporary copy, attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Endorsed by Robert
Hanson Harrison with memo, of the deficiencies.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, Aug. 18. Published in Genl. Orders, Aug.
29. 93, 296
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
AUG. 17 Congress [Philadelphia]. Officers nominated for
the Sappers and Miners; Engineer corps; expenses
of Baron Steuben. Draft. 3 pp. In handwrit
ing of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress,
Aug. i7. Referred to Board of Treasury and
Board of War. A. IV, pt. II, 229
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6, 324.
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Recommendation to States
AUG. 17 to provide for officers ahd soldiers by pensions or
otherwise; widows. Contemporary copy, attested
by Charles Thomson. 3 pp. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, Aug. 20.
Published in Genl. Orders, Aug. 29. 93, 311
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
AUG. 17 [West Point]. Linen for officers; deficiency of
clothing supplies; prospects for the winter; case
of [Nathaniel] Randolph. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 4 pp. 93, 304
356 LIBEAEY OF CONGRESS
1779 Harrison, Charles. Philadelphia. To the President of
AUG. 17 Congress [Philadelphia]. Memorial for settle
ment of rank. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Timothy Pickering, jr. Trans
mitted to Washington. 93, 308
1779 Pierce, John, jr. [West Point.] Account of warrants paid
AUG. 17 Baron von Steuben in 1779. A. D. S. 1 p.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 17. C. C. 152, 7, 589
1779 [Sullivan, John.] Tioga [New York]. General Orders:
AUG. 17 Cloathing deficiency. [Extract.] A. D. S. of
F[rancis] Barber. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington, 1779, Aug. 28. 93, 332
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 18 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. An
swered Aug. 24.* 93, 299
[1779] Lee, Henry, jr. [West Point?] Order of march and dis-
[AUG. 18] position of battle for attempt on Paulus Hook.
Contemporary copy. 11 pp. In handwriting of
James McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Aug. 23.
C. C. 152, 7, 645
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Subsistence money to offi-
AUG. 18 cers and soldiers. Contemporary cop} T , attested
by Charles Thomson. .Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1779, Aug. 20. Pub
lished in Genl. Orders, Aug. 29. 93, 311
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
AUG. 19 Congress, Philadelphia]. Case of Lt. Col.
[Charles] Simms. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Sep. 3. Referred to Mathews, Marchant and
Armstrong. Returned. A. IV, pt. II, 233
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Provision for the Commis-
AUG. 19 sary General. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of Con-
gress to Washington, 1779, Aug. 20. Published
in Genl. Orders, Aug. 29. 93, 311
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [Medical Com-
AUG. 20 mittee of Congress, Philadelphia]. Question of
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 357
the Inspector and Mustering departments. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of James McHenry.
A. IV, pt. II, 235
Committee: Laurens, Spencer and Scudder.
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 20 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolves; resolutions under consideration.
L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. Answered Aug. 31.*
93, 309
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
AUG. 21 Congress, Philadelphia]. [Maj.] Gen. [John]
Sullivan s complaint as to clothing for the Western
Expedition. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress Aug.
28. Referred to Board of Treasury.
A. IV, pt. II, 239
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
AUG. 21 [Philadelphia]. Dispute between the Board and
[Maj.] Gen. [John] Sullivan. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 243
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
AUG. 21 [Philadelphia]. Rule for exchange of prisoners.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 245
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Treatment of Lt. Gov.
AUG. 21 [Henry] Hamilton; favors to prisoners; Conven
tion troops in Virginia. Contemporary copy,
attested by Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 17T9,
Aug. 26. 93, 315
1779 Butler, Richard. Fort Montgomery [New York]. To
AUG. 21 [George] Washington [West Point]. Public
money stolen by a servant. Contemporary copy.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1779, Aug. 23. C. C. 152, 7, 673
1779 Forsyth, Robert. [West Point?] Return of prisoners
[AUG. 22?] taken at Paulus Hook, Aug. 19. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Ham
ilton. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Aug. 23. C. C. 152, 7, 667
358 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Lee, Henry, jr. Paramus [New Jersey]. To [George]
AUG. 22 Washington [AVest Point], Account of the cap
ture of Paulus Hook. 16 pp. Contemporary
copy. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con-
gress, 1T79, Aug. 23. C. C. 152, 7, 641
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
AuG - 23 Congress, Philadelphia.] Maj. [Henry] Lee s
capture of Paulus Hook. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Head in
Congress, Aug. 27. Referred to Paca, Atlee,
and Dickinson. A. IV, pt. II, 247
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 27.
1779 Washington, George. [West Point.] To [the President
Auo - 23 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Case of Col. [Richard]
Butler. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress Aug. 28.
Referred to Board of Treasury. A. IV,pt.II,247
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Pay for Maj. Noirrnont
Auo - 23 de la Neuville. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1779, Aug. 26.
93, 319
1779 Anonymous. Boston. To [George Washington, West
AuG - 23 Point]. English newspaper account of Spain s
manifesto, delivered June 16, 1779, and King s
message to Parliament thereon, together with
account of proceedings in the House of Com
mons. Copied from a London paper. 15 pp.
In handwriting of James McHenry, Robert Han
son Harrison, Tench Tilghman and Caleb Gibbs.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Aug. 29. C. C. 152, 7, 695
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
AUG. 24 Congress [Philadelphia]. Circular letter to States
on filling up the battalions and clothing the troops ;
scarcity of flour; exchange of British general
officers. Draft. 6 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
Sep. 2. Referred to committee for superintend
ing the Quartermaster and Commissary Depart
ments, and also to Board of War.
A. IV, pt. II, 249
Committee: Dickinson, Huntington and Burke.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 359
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To James Lovell
AUG. 24 [Philadelphia]. Minor matters. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. II, 255
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 24 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit-
ing resolves; request for two Convention officers
to go into Canada. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p.
Answered Aug. 31.* 93, 313
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To Joseph Hewes,
AuG - 25 Philadelphia. Release of Mr. Granberry. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. II, 257
1779 Jay, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
AUG. 25 West Point. European politics; Great Britain;
a secret agent. A. L. S. 1 p. Marked "private."
94, 39
1779 Wilkinson, James. Philadelphia. Estimate of price of
AuG - 25 clothing in Dec. 1778. Broadside. 1 p. Trans
mitted to Washington. 93, 338
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
AuG - 26 [Philadelphia]. Hides and shoes; clothing sup
plies; disputes of rank in the artillery; exchange
of prisoners; difficulties in the Virginia line.
Draft. 8 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 259
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 26 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolves; Major Noirmont de la Neuville.
L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. Answered Sep. 5.*
93,317
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
AuG - 27 [Philadelphia]. Great want of powder. Draft.
2 pp., In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton
and Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. II, 267
1779 Howe, Robert. Lower Salem [New York]. To [George
AUG. 27 Washington, West Point]. Arrival of a British
fleet at New York. [Extract of letter.] 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. En
closed in Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, Aug. 27. C. C. 152, 7, 685
360 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Continental Congress. Resolve. Approval of plan of the
AUG. 27 Western Expedition. Contemporary cop} T , at
tested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779, Aug.
29. 93, 327
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
[West Point]. Capt. [John] Swan s exchange;
controversy with [Maj.] Gen. [John] Sullivan;
regulations for prisoners. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 2 pp. Answered Sep. 6.* 93, 330
1779
V : - 28 Brisbane, Edward. New York. To Robert Burton, St
Kitts [West Indies]. Intentions of British for
next campaign. Extract in handwriting of Tim
othy Pickering, jr. Enclosed in Board of War
to Washington, 1779, Oct. 5. 34, 93
1779
AUG. 29 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
Congress [Philadelphia]. Spain s declaration to
Great Britain. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Sep. 4.
A. IV, pt. II, 269
1779
AUG. 29 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of John Jay. 1 p. An
swered Sep. 5.* 93,328
j. 1 1 y
AUG. 30 Armstrong, John [jr.] Boston. To [John Armstrong,
Philadelphia]. Causes of failure of the Penobscot
expedition. Contemporary copy, -t pp. En
closed in Armstrong to Washington, 1779, Oct.
17?9 15. 34, 124
Au<;. 30 Sullivan, John. Newtown [New York]. To [George
Washington, West Point]. Account of engage
ment at Elmira. Contemporary copy. 7 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Sep. 5. Referred to Committee of
Intelligence. C. C. 152, 7, 731
Committee: J. B. Smith, Lovell and Henry.
[1779]
[AUG. 30] Sullivan, John. [Newtown, New York.] Address to the
troops. Necessit} r of half rations. Contempo
rary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Oct. 9.
C. C. 152, 8, 103
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 361
1779 [Taylor, John.] Elizabethtown [New Jersey]. To
AUG. 30 [George] Washington [West Point]. Arrival of
British fleet and troops. [Extract of letter.] Ip.
In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Aug. 31. C. C. 152, 7, 721
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
AUG. 31 Congress, Philadelphia]. Money to soldiers for
clothing and rations. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Sep. 6. A. IV, pt. II, 271
1779 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
Au(i - 31 West Point. Case of [James] Hallett. A. L. S.
of Timothy Pickering, jr. 2 pp. Answered Sep.
14.* 93, 333
[1779] Massachusetts, Field Officers. [West Point?] To George
[Auo. ] Washington [West Point]. Memorial complain
ing of promotion of Capt. Joseph Petti ngill.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress 1779, Aug. 5.
C. C. 152, 7, 473
[1779] Sullivan, John. [Catherine s Town, New York.] Address
to the Oneida Nation. Friendship and guides.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Oct. 9. C. C. 152, S, 105
1779 Continental Congress, Medical Committee. Philadelphia.
SEP. 3 To [George] Washington, West Point. Report to
Congress on the Mustering Department. A. L. S.
of Henry Laurens. 1 p. Answered Sep. 13.*
34, 43
Committee: Laurens, Spooner and Scndder.
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
SEP. 3 ton [West Point]. Baron Steuben s regulations;
standards for the army. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 1 p. Answered Sep. 14.* 93, 339
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
SEP - 3 [West Point]. Boots and shoes; Commissaries of
Hides; continental and state supplies of clothing;
deficiency regulation; want of powder and at
tempts to supply same. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 4 pp. Answered Sep. 14.* 93, 340
362 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Laurens, Henry. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
SEP. 3 ton [West Point]. Papers relating to mustering
department. Contemporary cop}*. 1 p.
C. C. 152, 7, 603
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
SEP - 5 Congress Philadelphia], Exchange of prisoners;
reports of British reenforcement. Draft. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Sep. 13. A. IV, pt. II, 275
1779 Anonymous. To [George] Washington [West Point].
SEP. 5 Movements of enemy s shipping; apparent
intentions etc. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In
handwriting of James McHenry. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Sep. 8. C. C. 152, 7, 747
1779 Plombard, J . Charleston [South Carolina]. To Ger-
SEP - 5 ard [de Rayneval] Philadelphia. Cooperation of
Comte D Estaing with Maj. Gen. [Benjamin] Lin
coln; supplies for the fleet. Contemporary trans
lation. 2 pp. In handwriting of George Bond.
Transmitted to Washington. 94, 3
1779 Proud, John. [Rhode Island.] To [Maj.] Gen. [Horatio]
SEP. 5 Gates [Providence]. Report of French fleet from
the West Indies. Contemporary copy. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, Sep. 12. C. C. 152, 7, 759
1779 Western Expedition. Return of troops employed upon.
[SEP. 5?] Tabular statement. D. S: "Alexd. Scammell
Adjt. Genl." 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Sep. 5.
C. C. 152, 7, 739
1779 Washington, George. W[es]t P[oin]t. To the Board of
SEP. 6 War [Philadelphia]. Regulation of the Depart
ment of Prisoners. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton and Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. II, 279
[1779] Washington, George. Remarks on regulations for prison -
[SEP. 6] ers of war. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washing
ton to Board of War 1779, Sep. 6.
A. IV, pt. II, 281
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 363
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
SEP. 7 Congress, Philadelphia]. Reenforcements and
intentions of enemy. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Con
gress. Sep. 13. Referred to committee to
correspond with the Southern General.
A. IV, pt. II, 283
Committee: Laurens, Merchant, Holton; Harnett and Fitzhugh
added. The L. S. sent is endorsed by Laurens with decision of Com
mittee (Sep. 13) to recommend that North Carolina troops be sent to
South Carolina in Continental frigates.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 39.
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To John Jay [Phil-
SEP. 7 adelphia]. Britain and her European allies; a
secret agent [Capt. Elijah Hunterj s services.
Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. P. I, pt. II, 467
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 42.
1779 Kemble, Stephen. New York. To Maj. Smith, St. Chris-
SEP. 7 topher [West Indies]. Trouble over [Francis,]
Lord Rawdon s corps; movement of troops; gos
sip. Extract in handwriting of Timothy Picker
ing, jr. Enclosed in Board of War to Washington,
17T9, Oct. 5. 34, 93
1779 Van Dyke, Cornelius. Fort Schuyler [New York]. To
SEP. 7 Col. [Goose] Van Schaick [Albany, New York].
News of Sullivan s victories. Contemporary
copy. 2pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1779, Sep. 18.
C. C. 152, 8, 31
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
SEP. 8 Congress, Philadelphia]. Secret intelligence.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of James McHenry.
Read in Congress, Sep. 13. A. IV, pt. II, 285
1779 Mallet, J[onathan]. New York. To Dr. [William] Bruce,
SEP. 8 St. Kitts. Health of [British] troops. Extract
in handwriting of Timothy Pickering, jr. En
closed in Board of War to Washington, 1779,
Oct. 5. 34, 93
1779 Plombard,J . Charleston [South Carolina]. To [Gerard
SEP. 8 de Rayneval, Philadelphia]. Comte D Estaing s
squadron. Contemporary translation. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Charles Morse. Transmitted to
Washington. 94, 1
364 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Continental Army, White Plains. Committee of Arrange-
SEP. 9 ment. Rules for regulating rank in army. Con
temporary copy. 4pp. In handwriting of James
McHenr} 7 . Enclosed in Washington to the Med
ical Committee, 1779, Sep. 13.
C. C. 152, 8, 9
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
SEP. 11 Congress [Philadelphia]. Arrival of Comte do la
Luzerne. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Read in Congress, Sep. 16.
A. IV, pt. II, 287
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
SEP. 11 [Philadelphia]. Exorbitant commission charges
of certain Continental agents for prizes. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. A. IV, pt. II, 289
1779 Huntington, J[edediah], [Peekskill, New York]. To
SEP. 11 [George] Washington [West Point]. Report of
French fleet. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. *In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Sep. 12. C. C. 152, 7, 759
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
SEP. 12 Congress Philadelphia]. News of a French fleet.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Read in Congress, Sep. 17. A. IV, pt. II, 293
1779 Taylor, [John], [Elizabethtown, New Jersey]. To Col.
SEP. 12 [John] Beatty [Elizabethtown?] Sailing of Brit
ish regiments from New York. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, Sep. 14.
C. C. 152, 8, 25
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [Medical Cornmit-
SEP. 13 tee of Congress, Philadelphia]. Transmitting
papers. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 295
Committee: Laurens, Spencer and Scudder.
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
SEP - 14 Congress Philadelphia]. Sailing of three British
regiments from New York. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Sep. 19. Referred to committee
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 365
appointed to correspond with the Southern Gen
eral. A. IV, pt. II, 297
Committee: Laurens, Marchant, Holton, Harriett and Fitzhugh.
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
SEP. 14 [Philadelphia]. Case of [James] Hallet; design
of flags; powder. Draft. 2pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. II, 299
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 15 [George] Washington [West Point]. Trans
mitting resolve. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 14, 156
1779 Campble, Robert. [New York?] To [Elizabeth] Burgin
SEP. 15 [New York]. Her request for a flag. A. L. S.
1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1779, Dec. 25. C. C. 152, 8, 312
1779 Cliffe, William. Staten Island. To Brig. Gen. [Richard]
SEP. 15 Prescott, St. Christophers [West Indies]. Stony
Point and Paulus Hook; [Charles,] Earl Corn-
wallis and southern expedition; minor military
changes. Extract in handwriting of Timothy
Pickering, jr. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1779, Oct. 5. . 34, 93
1779 Cuyler, A . New York. To Capt. [Garrett] Fisher,
SEP. 15 St. Kitts [West Indies]. The situation at New
York.
SEP. 16 Cuyler to Lt. Col. [Cornelius] Cuyler, St. Kitts. Troops
embarked for Quebec. Extracts in handwriting
of Timothy Pickering, jr. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington, 1779, Oct. 5. 34, 93
1779 [Brodhead, Daniel.] Pittsburg. To [George Washington,
SEP. 16 West Point]. Account of his expedition against
the Muncy Indians on the Alleghany. [Extract
of letter.] 3 pp. In handwriting of Richard
Kidder Meade and Tench Tilghman. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, Oct. 21. C. C. 152,8,135
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
SEP. 18 Congress, Philadelphia], Departure of Luzerne
for Philadelphia; news of the Western expedition.
Draft. 2pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Sep. 24.
A. IV, pt. II, 301
366 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
SEP. 18 [Philadelphia]. Arrival of small supply of pow
der. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. IV, pt. II, 303
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
SEP - 19 Congress Philadelphia]. News of a French fleet;
enenry fortifying New York. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, Sep. 25. A. IV, pt. II, 308
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
SEP. 22 [Philadelphia]. Military stores to officers. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. II, 305
1779 Girard, William. New York. To Moore & Johnston, St.
SEI> - 2: Kitts [West Indies]. Preparations for an expe
dition. Extract in handwriting of Timothy Pick
ering, jr. Enclosed in Board of War to Wash
ington, 1779, Oct. 5. 34, 93
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
SEP - 23 Congress, Philadelphia]. Marquis de Fleury s
request for a furlough. Contemporaiy copy. 2
pp. In handwriting of de Fleury, with auto,
note signed transmitting same to Charles Thom
son. C. C. 152, 8, 39
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
S EP - 23 [West Point]. Powder and arms from France;
clothing supplies. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
1 p. Answered Sep. 29.* 93, 342
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP - 23 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolve. Auto, draft of John Jay. 1 p.
C. C. 14, 1
1779 Brisbane, Edward. New York. To Robert Burton, St.
S EP - 23 Kitts [West Jndies]. Projected expedition; news
from West Indies; forces etc. Extract in hand
writing of Timothy Pickering, jr. Enclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1779, Oct. 5.
34, 93
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Thanks of Congress for
SEP - 24 victory at Paulus Hook; honors and rewards.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 3 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1779, Sep. 28. Published in
Genl. Orders, Oct 8. 94, 7
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 367
1779 [Gates, Horatio.] [Providence, Rhode Island.] To [George
SEP. 24 Washington, West Point]. Pay for militia sub
sistence. [Extract of letter.] lp. In handwrit
ing of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1779, Oct. 2.
C. C. 152, 8, 71
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
SEP. 25 Congress, Philadelphia]. Minor matters; secret
intelligence of movements of British regiments,
fleet etc. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Sep. 30.
A. IV, pt. II, 309
1779 Continental Congress. Resolve. Cooperation with French;
^ EP - 26 Compt D Estaing s fleet; exertions of the states.
A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Transmitted
to Washington. 93, 344
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP - 28 [George] Washington [West. Point]. Transmit
ting resolves; success at Paulus Hook; Conven
tion troops. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 2 pp.
94, 5
1779 Marine Committee. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
SEP. 28 ton [West Point]. Transmitting letter to Navy
Board at Boston. L. S. of Jno. Mathews. 1 p.
Answered Oct. 6.* 92, 296
1779 Marine Committee. Philadelphia. To the Commissioners
SEP. 28 of the Navy Board at Boston. Continental frig
ates to prepare and lawait orders of Comte de
Grasse and Gen. Washington. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in Marine Committee to
Washington, 1779, Sep. 28. 92, 294
1779 F^ Charles, [Baron] de. West Point. To [George]
SER 28 Washington, West Point. Request for leave of
absence. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1779, Sep. 29.
C. C. 152, 8, 53
1779 Sullivan, John. Chemung [New York]. To [George]
SEP - 28 Washington [West Point]. Account of the ex
pedition since leaving Newtown. Contemporary
copy. 17pp. In handwritingof James Mcllenry,
Tench Tilghman, and Richard Kidder Meade.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Oct. 9. C. C. 152, 8, 85
Cf : Sullivan to. Congress. Sep. 30. In Amory, Life of Sullivan.
Boston, 1838. 130.
368 LIBEARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Washington, Gorge. [West Point.] To the President of
SEP. 29 Congress, Philadelphia. Leave of absence for
Baron de Frey. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting- of
Alexander Hamilton. Head in Congress Oct. 4.
Leave granted and petition referred to Board of
Treasury. C. C. 152, S, 49
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of
SEP. 29 War [Philadelphia]. Lack of clothing, shoes and
blankets. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of James
McHenry. A. IV, pt, II, 313
1779 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. West Point. To [Henry Lau-
SEP. 29 rens, Philadelphia]. Letters for Carolina and
news from Europe. Draft signed. 2 pp. In
handwriting of James McHenry.
P. I, pt. II, 493
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
SEP. .30 Congress, Philadelphia]. March of the South
Carolina troops southward; destination of the
enemy s expedition. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress
Oct. 4. A. IV, pt. II, 315
[1779] Anonymous. [New York?] To [George Washington,
West Point]. Number of British troops on
Southern expedition. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Sep. 30. C. C. 152, 8, 61
Leister, - . Account of D Estaing s fleet. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1779, Sep. 19.
C. C. 152, 8, 37
Oneida Nation. Address to Maj. Gen. John Sullivan.
Friendship and aid. Contemporary copy. 4 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Oct. 9. C. C. 152, 8, 109
[17791 Sullivan, John. Address to the Oneida Nation. The un-
[SEP. ?] friendly Cayugas. Contemporary copy. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Oct. 9. C. C. 152, 8, 113
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
OCT. 1 Congress, Philadelphia]. Maj. Noirmont de la
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 369
Neuville s request for a furlough. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read
in Congress Oct. 14. Referred to Board of
War. A. IV, pt. II, 319
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of
OCT. l War [Philadelphia]. Arrangement of the Vir
ginia line; commissions, promotions, etc. Draft.
-1 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. A. IV, pt, II, 321
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
OCT. 2 Congress, Philadelphia]. Claim of militia for
subsistence. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress
Oct. 9. A. IV, pt. II, 325
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of
OCT. 2 War [Philadelphia]. Deficiency of shoes; ex
change of Maj. Gens. [William] Phillips and
[Friedrich Adolph, Baron] Riedesel. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. II, 327
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
OCT. 4 Congress [Philadelphia]. Measures for coopera
tion with Comte D Estaing. Draft. 6 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress Oct. 8. Referred to delegates of Dela
ware, Maryland and South Carolina to take order
thereon. A. IV, pt. II, 332
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 73.
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Halt of North Carolina
OCT. 4 troops at Trenton. A. D. S. of Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, Oct. 5. 94, 12
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 5 [George] Washington [West Point]. North Car
olina troops halted at Trenton; resolve trans
mitted. A. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
Answered Oct. 17.* 94, 10
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To Col.
OCT. 5 [Thomas] Clarke [en route toward the South].
Halt at Trenton. A. L. S. of Samuel Hunting-
ton, marked "cop}^." 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, Oct. 5.
94, 11
2863206 24
370 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
OCT. 5 West Point. Transmitting extracts of intelli
gence. A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 1 p.
Answered Oct. 12.* 34, 91
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Marine Com-
OCT. 6 mittee, Philadelphia. Plan of action; letter for
Comte D Estaing. Draft. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. IV, pt. II, 337
1779 Hamilton, Alexander. West Point. To [the Marine Com-
OCT. 6 mittee, Philadelphia]. Pilots for Comte D Es
taing. Auto, draft signed. 1 p.
A. IV, pt. II, 339
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To Charles Thomson
OCT. 7 [Philadelphia]. Acknowledging information of
Samuel Huntington s election as President of
Congress. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt II, 341
1779 Washington, George. West Point; To the Marine Com-
OCT. 7 mittee [Philadelphia]. Introducing a pilot.
Draft. I p. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. A. IV, pt. II, 343
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To John Jay [Phila-
OCT. 7 delphia]. His appointment as minister to Spain.
Auto, draft signed. 1 p. P. I, pt. II, 509
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6, 377.
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
OCT. 8 [Philadelphia]. Exchange of Major Francis
Murray; return of artificers drafted from the
army; the Clothier General s Department. Draft.
4 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. IV, pt. II, 345
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 8 [George] Washington [West Point]. March of
the North Carolina troops. A. L. S. of Samuel
Huntington. 1 p. 94, 13
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
Congress, Philadelphia]. Movements of enemy;
cooperation with D Estaing; [Maj.] Gen. [John]
Sullivan s success. Draft. 4pp. In handwriting
of James McHenry. Read in Congress, Oct. 14.
A. IV, pt. II, 349
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834. 6, 380.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 371
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Marine Com-
OCT. 9 m it tee [Philadelphia]. Case of John Springer, a
deserter. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 354
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OcT - 9 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolve. A. L. 8. of Samuel Huntington.
1 p. Answered Oct. IT.* 94, 15
1779 Continental Congress. Resolve. Subsistence money for
OCT. 9 Continental officers and soldiers. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1TT9, Oct. 9. 94, 16
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
O CT - 9 West Point. Supply of shoes; Commissaries of
Hides; transportation: Convention troops; ex
change of hides for shoes. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 3 pp. Answered Oct. 18.* 93, 289
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Marine Com-
OCT. 10 mittee [Philadelphia]. Transmitting letter for
Brig. Gen. Du Portail and Lt. Col. [Alexander]
Hamilton. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 355
1779 Washington, George. [West Point.] To the Marine
CT - 10 Committee [Philadelphia]. North River pilot for
Comte D Estaing. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of James McHenry. A. IV, pt. II, 356
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of
O(T - 12 War [Philadelphia]. Pressing need of shoes.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. A. IV, pt. II, 359
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the Board of
War, Philadelphia]. Intelligence of condition
of enemy. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 361
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
[West Point]. Detention of artificers; officers
servants; clothing supply. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 2 pp. 94, IT
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[George] Washington [West Point]. Sullivan s
expedition. A. L. S. of Samuel Huntington.
1 p. 94, 19
372 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Thanks of Congress for
OCT. 14 success of the Western Expedition. Contem
porary copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1779, Oct. 1-i. Published to Army in orders
of Oct. 22 94, 21
1779 Armstrong, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
OCT. 15 ton [West Point]. Approach of the French fleet;
subsistence for general officers; U. S. ministers
abroad; finance. A. L. S. 2 pp. 34, 122
1779 Cochran, John. West Point. Certificate of condition of
OCT. 15 Capt-h, John Van Dyke. A. L. S.
Knox, Heniy. Endorsement of above. A. L. S. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Oct. 17. C. C. 152, 8, 121
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
OCT. 17 Congress [Philadelphia]. Movements and inten
tions of enemy. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Oct. 22.
A. IV, pt. II, 363
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
OCT. 17 Congress, Philadelphia. Furlough for Capt-lt.
[John] Van Dyke. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Nov. 5.
Referred to Board of War. C. C. 152, 8, 117
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 17 [George] Washington [West Point]. Memorial
of Capt. [Garret] Stediford and Baker.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 14, 209
1779 . Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
OCT. 18 [Philadelphia]. Shoes; clothing and stores for
the Western Department. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. II, 365
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
OCT. 21 Congress, Philadelphia]. Announcing evacua
tion [of Stony and Verplanck s Points by the
enemy]. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of James
McHenry. Read in Congress, Oct. 25. Re
ferred to Committee of Intelligence.
A. IV, pt. II, 371
Committee: J. B. Smith, Lovell and Henry.
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
OCT. 21 Congress, Philadelphia]. Indian expeditions;
enemy s evacuation of Stony and Verplanck s
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 373
Points and Rhode Island. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of James McHenry. Read in Con
gress, Oct. 25. Referred to Atlee, Houston and
Marchant. A. IV, pt. II, 367
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 88.
1779 Morris, Gouverneur. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
Ocr. 21 ington, West Point]. Committee to report on
making provision for hitherto unprovided officers;
requests opinion; unity in Congress. A. L. S.
1 p. 34, 126
1779 Lincoln, B[enjamin]. Charleston [South Carolina]. To
OCT. 22 the President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Ac
count of siege and assault on Savannah; French
cooperation. Contemporary copy. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Charles Thomson and George
Bond. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, Nov. 10. 94, 29
1779 Lincoln, Benjamin. Charleston [South Carolina]. To
OCT. 22 [Henry?] Laurens and the Committee of Corre
spondence [South Carolina]. Failure of siege of
Savannah; disposition of troops; weakness of
State; supplies etc. Contemporaiy copy. 4pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1779. Nov. 10. 94, 31
1779 Massachusetts, Council. [Boston]. To [the President of
OCT. 22 Congress, Philadelphia]. Col. [Moses] Hazen s
road to Canada; defense of the frontier. Con-
temporan r copy. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1779, Nov. 11. 94, 39
1779 Van Rensselaer, Ileniy. Fort Herkimer [New York].
() t-T. 23 Advance of British and Indians. Contemporary
copy. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Oct. 30. C. C. 152, 8, 151
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To William Vernon
CT - 24 and James Warren [Philadelphia]. Their request
for powder. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. IV, pt. II, 373
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
CT - 25 [Philadelphia]. Supply of shoes; districts for
Commissaries of Hides. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. IV, pt. II, 375
1779 Van Dyke, Cornelius. Fort Schuyler [New York]. To
CT - 25 Col. [Goose] Van Schaick [Albany]. Reports of
374 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
advance of British and Indians from Oswego.
Contemporary copy. In handwriting 1 of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, Oct. 30.
C. C. 152, 8, 147
1779 Benedict, Thaddeus. Danbury [Connecticut]. To the
OCT. 26 President of Congress, Philadelphia. Testimony
in case of Dr. Isaac Foster. A. L. S? 1 p.
Read in Congress Nov. 14. Referred to the
Commander-in-chief. Enclosed in Medical Com
mittee to Congress, 1779, Nov. 15. 92, 513
1779 Bowen, Ephraim. Newport [Rhode Island], To [Maj.]
CT - 26 Gen. [Nathanael] Greene [West Point]. Evacu
ation of Rhode Island by British. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Oct. 30. C. C. 152, 8, 153
1779 Ten Broeck, Abraham. Stonearabia [New York]. To Gov.
CT - 2H [George] Clinton [Fishkill, New York]. Troops
ordered to frontier. Contemporary copy. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1779, Oct. 30. C. C. 152, 8, 151
1779 Van Schaick, G[oose]. Albany [New York]. To Gov.
OCT. 26 [George] Clinton [Fishkill]. Transmitting let
ters. Contemporary copy. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Oct. 30.
C. C. 152, 8, 147
1779 Clinton, G[eorge]. Fishkill [New York]. To [George]
OCT. 28 Washington [West Point]. Danger to the fron
tier. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting
of John Clark, jr. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1779, Oct. 30.
C. C. 152, 8, 143
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
CT - 29 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolve. Letter-book copy. C C. 14, 216
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
OCT. 30. Congress [Philadelphia]. Troops ordered to
Albany; evacuation of Rhode Island. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in
Congress, Nov. 4. A. IV, pt. II, 377
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 375
1779 McHenry, James. West Point. To [the Board of Treas-
OCT. 30 ury ? Philadelphia]. Transmission of packet to
Sir Henry Clinton. Auto, draft signed. 1 p.
A. IV, pt. II, 379
1779 Washington. George. West Point. To the President of
Nov. 2 Congress [Philadelphia]. Movements of British.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. Read in Congress, Nov. 8.
A. V, pt. I, 1
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
Nov. 2 [Philadelphia]. Rank of officers in the Massa
chusetts Line. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. I, 3
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
Nov. 3 Congress [Philadelphia]. The Abenaki Indians
and a commission of major for their chief. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read
in Congress, Nov. 13. Referred to Board of War.
A. V, pt. I, 5
1779 Continental Congress, Order. Case of Dr. [Isaac] Foster.
Nov. 4 D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
Medical Committee to Congress, 1779, Nov. 15.
92, 310
1779 Foster, Isaac. Philadelphia. To the President of Con-
Nov. 4 gress [Philadelphia]. Court of Inquiry on his
conduct. A. L. S. 2 pp. Read in Congress,
Nov. 5. Ordered transmitted to the Commander
in Chief. Enclosed in Medical Committee to
Washington, 1779, Nov. 15. 92, 311
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
Nov. 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Brigade-majors and
aides to brigadiers. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress,
Nov. 13. Referred to Board of War.
A. V, pt. I, 7
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [Henry Laurens,
Nov. 5 Philadelphia]. His appointment as minister to
Holland; patriotism; clothing; the French fleet;
[Lt.] Col. [John] Laurens. Auto, draft signed.
4 pp. P. I, pt. II, 547
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8,103.
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
Nov. 6 Congress, Philadelphia]. Northern frontier
alarm premature. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
376 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
of James McHenry. Read in Congress, Nov.
13. A. V, pt. I, 9
1779 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. West Point. To Gouverneur
Nov. 6 Morris [Philadelphia]. Arrangement of officers;
British fleets; alarm in England. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
P. I, pt. II, 551
Continental Congress, Resolve. Leave of absence to Capt-
It. [John] Van Dyke. Contemporary copy, at
tested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1779,
Nov. 11. 94, 38
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Letter from President of
Nov. 8 Massachusetts Council. Conternporaiy copy, at
tested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779, Nov.
11. 94, 37
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
Nov. 8 West Point. Arrangement of the Massachusetts
Line; absentees; promotions. A. L. S. of Rich
ard Peters. 2pp. Answered Nov. 19* and 23.*
94, 22
[1779] Board of War. Regulation governing return of absent offi-
[Nov. 8?] cers. A. D. of Benjamin Walker. 1 p. En
closed in Board of War to Washington, 1779,
Nov. 8. 94, 24
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 10 [George] Washington [West Point]. Disaster at
Savannah. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 2 pp.
Answered Nov. 20.* 94, 27
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Frigates ordered to
Nov. 10 Charleston, South Carolina. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Marine Commit
tee to Washington, 1779, Nov. 10. 34, 255
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
Nov. 10 [West Point]. Scarcity of military stores; cast
ing of shells; guards for stores. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 2 pp. Answered Nov. 19.*
94, 25
1779 Marine Committee. [Philadelphia.] To [George Wash-
Nov - 10 ington, West Point]. Frigates ordered to South
Carolina. A. L. S. of John Mathews. 1 p.
34, 254
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 377
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 11 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolves; reenforcements for the South.
L. S. 2 pp. Answered Nov. 20.* 94, 33
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Reenforcement of [Maj.]
Gen. [Benjamin] Lincoln; South Carolina and
Georgia militia; Virginia and North Carolina
troops; supplies. Contemporary copy, at
tested by Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1779,
Nov. 11. 94,35
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Subsistence of regimen
tal pa} T masters; arrangement of Artificer corps.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1779, Nov. 13. 94, 48
^779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Arrangement of the
Artificer corps. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, Nov. 19. 94, 64
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
[West Point]. Transmitting commissions for
the Massachusetts Line. A. L. S. of Benjamin
Stoddert. 2 pp. Answered Nov. 23.* 94, 92
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
West Point. Clothing for the Artillery; quality
of coats delivered the Pennsylvania troops; appli
cations for clothing; state purchases; needs of
the ordnance department. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 3 pp. Answered Nov. 23.* 94, 41
Massachusetts. Officers. List of those whose commis
sions are undated. 1 p. In handwriting of Ben
jamin Stoddert. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1779, Dec. 3. 94, 91
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 13 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
94,46
I 779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Permission to Maj. Gens.
[William] Phillips and [Friedrich Adolph, Baron]
Riedesel to go into New York. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to Wash
ington, 1779, Nov. 15. 94, 55
378 LIBRAE Y OF CONGRESS
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To Joseph Reed [Phila-
N OV. 13 delphia]. Trouble caused by delivery of coats to
the Pennsylvania troops. Contemporary cop}^.
2 pp. In handwriting of Timothy Pickering, jr.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington 1779,
Nov. 22. 94, 73
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
Nov - 13 West Point. Transmitting commissions. A. L. S.
of Benjamin Stoddert. Answered Nov. 23.*
94, 43
[1779] Warner, Seth. Arrangement of officers. Tabular state -
t Nov - 13 J rhent. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to Wash
ington, 1779, Nov. 13. 94, 45
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To [the President of
Congress Philadelphia]. Cooperation with the
French; lack of supplies. Draft. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Nov. 18. A. V, pt. I. 11
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890, 8, 107.
Continental Congress, Medical Committee. Philadelphia.
To [George] Washington [West Point]. Trans
mitting papers relative to complaints against
Dr. [Isaac] Foster. A. L. S. of Nathaniel Scud-
der. 1 p. 92, 308
Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
[West Point]. Permission to [Maj.] Gens.
[William] Phillips and [Friedrich Adolph, Baron]
Riedesel to go into New York. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 1 p. Answered Nov. 23.*
94, 50
1779 Bo ard of War. [Philadelphia.] To [Col. Robert Lettis
Nov - 15 Hooper jr., Easton, Pennsylvania]. Paroles of
[Maj.] Gens. [William] Phillips and [Friedrich
Adolph, Baron] Riedesel. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Timothy Pickering, jr.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington 1779,
Nov. 15. 94, 52
17 79 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [Col. Abraham Skin
ner, Elizabethtown, New Jersey]. [Maj.] Gen s.
[William] Phillips and [Friedrich Adolph, Baron]
Riedesel s journey to New York. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Benjamin Stod
dert. Enclosed in Board of War to Washington,
1779, Nov. 15. 94, 53
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 379
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [Maj. Gens. William
Nov. 15 Phillips and Friedrich Adolph, Baron Riedesel,
Easton ? Pennsylvania]. Permission to continue
their journey to New York. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Timothy Pickering, jr.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington 1779,
Nov. 15. 94, 54
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Allowances to Artificer
Nov. 16 officers. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1779, Nov. 19. 94, 60
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Provision for Spanish
Nov. 16 prisoner. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, Nov. 19. 94, 64
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Witnesses before courts-
Nov. 16 martial; depositions as evidence. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, Nov. 19. 94, 62
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Subclothiers for army.
Nov. 16 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, Nov. 16. 94, 63
1779 Reed, Joseph. [Philadelphia.] To the Board of War
Nov. 16 [Philadelphia]. Clothing furnish for the Pennsyl
vania troops. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Benjamin Stoddert. Enclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1777, Nov. 22.
94, 71
1779 Steuben, [Frederich Wilhelm Augustus, Baron von] New
Nov. 17 Windsor [New York]. To [the President of]
Congress [Philadelphia]. Recommending de
Galvan. Contemporary cop} r . 2 pp. Enclosed
in Board of War to Washington, 1779, Dec. 3.
94, 85
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
Nov - 18 Congress [Philadelphia]. State of the army; an
nual draft; clothing; enlistments, supplies, etc.
Draft. 13 pp. In handwriting of Robert Han
son Harrison. Referred to Mathews, Schuyler,
Sherman, Gerry and Houston. A. V, pt. I, 15
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. V. 1890. 8, 110.
380 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
^ov. 18 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
Answered Nov. 2-1-.* 94, 56
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Approval of Commander
^ ov - 18 in chief s opinions. Contemporary copy, at
tested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779,
Nov. 18. 94, 58
1779 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [President Joseph Reed,
^ ov - 18 Philadelphia]. Return of coats by the council.
Contemporary cop} . 2 pp. In handwriting of
Benjamin Stoddert. Enclosed in Board of War
to Washington. 1779, Nov. 22. 94, 70
1779 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Philadelphia. To [George]
Washington [West Point]. Suspension of co
operative measures with D Estaing; depreciation
of currency; De Grasse in the Chesapeake; new
arrangement of Quartermaster and Commissary
departments; inattention of Congress to business.
A. L. S. 3 pp. 34, 362
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of
^ ov - 19 War [Philadelphia]. Loans and blast furnaces.
Draft. 2pp. In handwriting of James McHemy.
A. V, pt. I, 29
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
^ ov - 19 [George] Washington [West Point], Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
Answered Nov. 23.* 94, 59
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
^ ov - 19 West Point. Clothing for Pennsylvania troops;
march of troops to the southward; clothing,
transportation etc. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
1 p. Answered Nov. 23.* 94, 65
1779 Pennsylvania, Council, Resolve. Returning clothing to
^ TOV - 19 the Board of War. Contemporary copy. In
handwriting of Richard Peters. Transmitted to
Washington with Board of War to Washington.
1779, Nov. 22. 93, 67
1779 Burgin, Elizabeth. Elizabethtown [New Jersey]. To
^ TOV - 19 [George Washington, West Point], Account of
her escape from New York. A. L. S. 2 pp.
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COREESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 381
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Dec. 25. C. C. 52, 8, 392
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
^ ov - 20 Congress [Philadelphia]. Troops for the south
ward; northern frontier diversion; Col. Armand s
enterprize. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Caleb Gibbs. Referred to committee on letter
of Nov. 18. A. V, pt. I, 31
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
^ ov - 22 West Point. Return of clothing by the Pennsyl
vania council. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
Answered Dec. 6.* 93, 67
1779 Morgan, John. Philadelphia. To the President of Con
gress [Philadelphia]. Charges against Dr. Wil
liam Shippen, jr. A. L. S. 4 pp. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1779, Nov.
27. 94, 77
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
^ ov - - 3 [Philadelphia]. Minor military matters; com
missions and filling of vacancies. Draft. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. I, 35
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the Board of War
Nov - 23 [Philadelphia]. Clothing and jealousy of the
Pennsylvania line. Draft. 3 pp. In handwrit
ing of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt, I, 39
1779 Washington, George. West Point. To the President of
Congress [Philadelphia]. Military situation;
militia; court martial witnesses; army in winter
quarters. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Caleb Gibbs. Read in Congress, Dec. 1.
A. V, pt. I, 43
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1834,
6, 408.
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Dr. J[ohn] Morgan s
Nov. 24 letter. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1777, Nov. 27. 94, 76
1779 Washington, George. West Point, To the President of
Nov - 27 Congress, Philadelphia. Arrangement of troops
in winter quarters. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of James McHenry. Read in Congress,
Dec. 4. A. V, pt. I, 49
382 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 27 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting Dr. J[ohn] Morgan s letter. L. S. of Samuel
Huntington. 1 p. Answered Dec. 4.* 94, 74
1779 Washington, George. Peekskill [New York]. To the
Nov. 29 President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Virginia
troops ordered to the southward; land and sea
routes. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Dec. 4.
Referred to Board of War. A. V, pt. I, 51
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 125.
177* Continental Congress, Resolves. Committee to confer
Nov. 30 with Commander in chief on Southern Depart
ment; paper submitted by French Minister and
Don Juan Miralles; militia. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 2 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, Dec. 2. 94, 79
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Maj. Gen. [John] Sulli-
Nov. 30 van s resignation. Contemporary copy, attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1779, Nov. 30.
94, 81
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
Nov. 30 [near Morristown, New Jersey]. Receipts of
tanners for hides. A. L. S. of Timothy Picker
ing, jr. 2 pp. Answered Dec. 6.* 94, 89
1779 Galvan, - . Philadelphia. To the President of Con-
Nov. 30 gress [Philadelphia]. Request for commission.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in Board
of War to Washington, 1779, Dec. 3. 94, 83
[1779] Hay, Udny. Substance of several paragraphs in letter to
[Nov.?] [Maj.] Gen. [Nathanael] Greene. Great need of
money. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of John Fitzgerald? Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Dec.
13. C. C. 152, 8, 235
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
DEC. 1 [Morristown]. Preparation of an army register;
resignations. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert.
2 pp. Answered Dec. 6.* 94, 94
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
DEC. 2 Congress [Philadelphia]. Horses for Col.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 383
[George] Baylor s dragoons. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, Dec. 6. A. V, pt. I, 55
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 2 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolve. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
Answered Dec. 7.* 94, 82
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia. ] To [George] Washington
DEC. 3 [Morristown]. Difficulties in granting a commis
sion to Galvan. A. L. S. of Timothy Picker
ing, jr. 3 pp. Answered Dec. 12.* 94, 87
1779 Champion, Henry. Colchester [Connecticut]. To Col.
DEC - 3 [Jeremiah] Wadsworth [West Point]. Meat sup
ply for army. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of John Clark, jr. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1779,
Dec. 13. C. C. 152, 8, 231
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
DEC. 4 Congress [Philadelphia]. Arrest of Dr. [William]
Shippen [jr.]; winter quarters. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Dec. 7. A. V, pt. I, 59
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To [Medical Com-
DEC. 4 mittee of Congress, Philadelphia]. Trial of Dr.
[Isaac] Foster. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
James McHenry. A. V, pt. I, 65
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 4 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolve. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
Answered Dec. 8.* 94, 96
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Movement of Virginia
DEC. 4 troops. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1779, Dec. 4. 94, 98
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
DEC. 6 War [Philadelphia]. Poor quality of shoes;
resignations and promotions; case of Lt. Col.
[Peter] Adams; clothing. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
A. V, pt. I, 67
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Baylor s dragoons
DEC. 6 ordered to South Carolina; court-martial of ab
sent officers. Contemporary copy, attested by
384 LIBEAEY OF CONGRESS
Charles Thomson. 3 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1779, Dec. 7. 94, 104
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
DEC. 6 Morristown. Forwarding commissions for the
Virginia Line. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert.
1 p. Answered Dec. 14.* 94, 99
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
DEC. 7 Congress [Philadelphia]. Intentions of the
enemy; counterfeiting; reenforcing the army.
Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Read in Congress, Dec. 10.
A. V, pt. I, 71
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 128.
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 7 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
94, 101
1779 Continental Congress, Committee to confer with Commander
DEC. 7 i n chief. Morristown. Report [to Congress,
Philadelphia]. Virginia troops sent to the south
ward; filling state quotas; cooperative measures
with France and Spain. Contemporary copy
attested by James McHenry. 4 pp.
A. V, pt. I, 61
Committee appointed Nov. 30 to confer with Commander in chief
on state of Southern Department and other matters: Schuyler and
Marchant.
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
DEC. 8 Congress [Philadelphia], Right of challenges in
court martial cases; Virginia troops ordered
south. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert
.Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Dec. 11.
Referred to Livingston, Mathews and Sherman.
A. V, pt. I, 75
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 131,
note.
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington
DEC. 8 [Morristown]. Transfer of Capts. [James] Lee
and [Andrew] Porter s companies to Proctor s
Artillery and troubles of rank that will be caused
thereby. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p.
Answered Dec. 12.* 94, 105
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
DEC. 10 Congress, Philadelphia]. March of the Virginia
troops south; expiration of enlistments; bounties;
scarcity of forage and flour. Draft. 6 pp. In
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 385
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Dec. 13. Referred to Board of
War. A. V, pt. I, 79
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 10 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves; officer to succeed Col. [Theodorick]
Bland. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
94, 113
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Guards for Convention
DEC. 10 troops at Charlottesville; Col. [Theodorick]
Bland s services and resignation. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 2 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1TT9, Dec. 10. 94, 111
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
DEC. 10 [Morristown]. Forwarding commissions for the
Maryland Line. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert.
1 p. Answered Dec. 14.* 94, 109
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
DEC. 10 [Morristown]. March of Virginia troops to South
Carolina. A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr.
2 pp. Answered Dec. 14.* 94, 107
1779 Ward, Joseph. Morristown. To [George] Washington
DEC. 10 [Morristown]. Subsistence of muster officers.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Dec. 13.
C. C. 152, 8, 239
1779 Anonymous. New York. To [George Washington, West
DEC. n Point]. Embarkation of British at New York.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Dec. 10.
C. C. 152, 8, 223
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
DEC. 12 [Philadelphia]. Case of Gal van; inspectorships.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. A. V, pt. I, 85
1779 Flint, Royal. Morristown [New Jersey], To [George]
DEC. 12 Washington [Morristown]. Col. [Henry] Cham
pion s difficulties; lack of money. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of James McHenry.
2863206 25
386 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1779, Dec. 13. C. C. 152, 8, 237
1779 Georgia, Council, Minutes. Recommending Col. [Samuel]
DEC. 12 Elbert for a brigadiership. Contemporary copy.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1780, Feb. 12. 94, 188
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
DEC. 13 Congress, Philadelphia]. Supply of meat. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of James McHenry. Read
in Congress, Dec. 13. Referred to Sherman,
Ellery, Livingston. A. V, pt. 1, 87
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
DEC, 14 Congress, Philadelphia]. Minor military matters.
Auto, draft signed. 2 pp. In handwriting of
James McHenry. Read in Congress, Dec. 17.
A. V, pt. 1, 89
1779 Washington, George, Morristown. To the Board of War
DEC - 14 [Philadelphia]. Movement of troops to the south
ward and kindred matters. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Re
ferred to Board of War. A. V, pt. I, 91
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Credits for prices of sup-
DEC - 14 plies furnished by the States. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1780, Jan. 25. 96, 20
1779 Champion, Henry. Colchester [Connecticut]. To Col.
DEC. ]4 [Jeremiah] Wads worth [West Point]. Ina
bility to obtain cattle; lack of money. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard
Kidder Meade. Enclosed in AVashington to the
President of Congress, 1779, Dec. 24.
C. C. 152, 8, 265
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
DEC. 15 Congress, Philadelphia]. Necessity of immediate
supply of flour. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Dec.
20. Referred to Sherman, Forbes and Livingston.
A. V, pt. I, 95
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 138.
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
DEC. 17 Congress, [Philadelphia]. Rev. Mr. de la Motte s
qualifications as secret agent in Canada. Draft.
2pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 387
Read in Congress, Dec. 21. Referred to Board of
War. A. V, pt. I, 97
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 141.
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Estimates of commissary
DEC. 17 and quartermaster supplies; purchases. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1780, Jan. 25. 96, 20
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
DEC. 17 Morristown. Powder for the Board of Admiralty.
A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 1 p. 94, 120
1779 Phillips, W[illiam]. New York. To [Sir Henry Clinton,
DEC. 20 New York]. Negotiations for exchange of prison
ers. Contemporary copy. 4 pp. In handwrit
ing of George Bond. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1780, Jan. 4.
C. C. 152, 8, 307
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
DEC. 21 [Morristown]. Clothing, horses etc. for Col.
[Elisha] Sheldon s troop; uneasiness over com
missions; aides claim to command. A. L. S. of
Timothy Pickering, jr. 4pp. Answered Jan. 15,
1780.* 94, 122
1779 Wayne, Anthony. Light Infantry Camp, Second River
DEC. 21 [New Jersey]. To [George] Washington [Mor
ristown]. Movement of British fleet. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1779, Dec. 23. C. C. 152, 8, 259
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
DEC. 23 Congress [Philadelphia]. Report of movement
of enenry fleet. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Dec. 27.
Referred to Board of War. A. V, pt. I, 99
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
DEC. 23 War, Philadelphia]. Horses and accoutrements
for Armand s corps. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt I, 101
1779 Wayne, Anthony. Second River [New Jersey]. To
DEC. 23 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Sailing of
British fleet from New York. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh
man. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1779, Dec. 24. C. C. 152, 8, 267
388 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Subsistence allowance to
DEC. 23 field commissaries of military stores. Contem
porary copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1779, Dec. 24. Published in Genl. Orders,
Dec. 31. 94, 126
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
DEC. 24 Congress [Philadelphia]. Intelligence of the
enemy; lack of supplies; want of flour. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read
in Congress, Dec. 27. Referred to Board of
War. A. V, pt. I, 103
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
DEC. 24 [Philadelphia]. Col. [John] Mitchell as a witness
at trial of [Maj.] Gen. [Benedict] Arnold. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. A. V, pt. I, 105
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 24 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Considera
tion of his letters; transmission of resolves. L.
S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p. 94, 124
1779 Continental Congress, Resolves. Witnesses at court rnar-
DEC. 24 tials; affidavits as evidence; expenses etc. Con
temporary cop} r , attested by Charles Thomson.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1779, Dec. 24. 94, 125
1779 Clinton, [Sir] H[enry]. New York. To [Maj. Gen. Wil-
DEC. 24 Ham Phillips, New York]. Negotiation for an
exchange of prisoners. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1780, Jan. 4. C. C. 152, 8, 311
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
DEC. 25 Congress [Philadelphia]. Case of Elizabeth Bur-
gin. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of James
McHenry. Read in Congress, Dec. 30. Referred
to Board of War. A. V, pt. I, 107
1779 Phillips, W[illiam]. New York. To Cols. [Robert]
DEC. 25 Magaw, [George] Mathews, [John] Ely and Lt.
Col. [Nathaniel] Ramsay [New York]. Negotia
tions for exchange of prisoners. Contemporary
copy. 4 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1780, flan. 4.
C. C. 152, 8, 313
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEOKGE WASHINGTON 389
1779 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
DEC. 26 [Morristown]. Col. [Uriah] Mitchell s detention;
need of his services. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
2 pp. 94, 127
1779 [Wayne, Anthony.] [Second River, New Jersey.] To
DEC. 26 [George Washington, Morristown]. Sailing of
British fleet from New York. [Extract of letter.]
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1779, Dec.
27. C. C. 152, 8, 275
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
DEC- 27 Congress [Philadelphia]. Sailing of enemy s
fleet from New York. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress,
Dec. 30. A. V, pt. I, 109
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Regulation of post office
DEC. 27 and discharge of express-riders. Contemporary
copy attested by Charles Thomson. 2 pp. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1779, Dec. 29. 94, 130
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
DEC. 28 War [Philadelphia]. Appointments in Armand s
corps. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. V, pt. I, 111
Continental Congress, Resolve. Postage rates and free let
ters. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1779, Dec. 29. 94, 131
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
DEC. 29 [Philadelphia]. Clothing for prisoners. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of James McHenry.
A. V, pt. I, 113
1779 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 29 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Trans
mitting resolves; expectation of saving of
express expenses. L. S. of Samuel Hunting-
ton. 1 p. Answered Jan. 4, 1780.* See also
letter of Jan. 5. 94, 129
1779 Henry, William. [Lancaster, Pennsylvania.] To [the Board
- 29 of War, Philadelphia]. Mismanagement of com
missary of hides. [Extract of letter.] Contem
porary cop}^. 1 p. In handwriting of Benjamin
Stoddert. Enclosed in Board of War to Wash
ington, 1779, Jan. 2. 94, 134
390 LIBEAKY OF CONGRESS
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
DEC. 30 Congress, Philadelphia]. Sailing of enemy s
troops from New York. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of James McHenry. Read in Congress,
Jan. 4, 1780. A. V, pt. I, 115
1779 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
DEC. 31 Treasury [Philadelphia]. Paymaster in the High
lands; low state of the military chest. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of James McHenry.
A. V, pt. I, 117
1779 Continental Congress, Resolve. Plan for obtaining supplies
DEC. 31 [of blankets]; order to Board of War. A. D. S.
of George Bond. Ip. Enclosed in Board of War
to Washington, 1780, Mar. 30. 96, 26
1779 [Knox, Henry.] Return of four Pennsylvania companies
DEC. of artillery. Tabular statement. 1 p. In hand
writing of Samuel Shaw. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington, 1780, Aug. 14. 95, 260
1779 [Knox, Henry.] Return of 4th Continental Artillery.
DEC. Tabular statement. 1 p. In handwriting of
Samuel Shaw. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1780, Aug. 14. 95, 259
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To the President of
JAN - l Congress [Philadelphia]. Clothing for British
prisoners in Philadelphia. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Benjamin Stoddert.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1780,
Jan. 3. 94, 160
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President
JAN - 2 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Value of Duportail,
la Radiere, Laumoy and de Gouvion to the serv
ice. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Jan. 11. Re
ferred to Board of War. A. V, pt. 1, 119
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 148.
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
JAN - 3 Morristown. Clothing for British prisoners.
A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. Answered
Jan. 11* 94, 156
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JAN. 3 [Morristown]. [Richard] Howell and secret ex
pedition of Capt. Nathaniel Bowman; measures
adopted. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp.
Answered Jan. 11* 94, 158
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 391
1780 Flint, Royal. Morristown. To [George] Washington
JAN. 3 [Morristown]. Failure of meat supplies; want of
bread. Contemporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Jan. 5. C. C. 152, 8, 325
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAN. 4 Congress, Philadelphia]. Exchange of prisoners
proposed by the British. Draft, 4 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Jan. 13. A. V, pt. I, 121
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 152.
1780 Craig, I[saac], P[atrick] Duffy, John Webster and Mat-
JAN - 4 thew McGuire. Morristown. To [Brig.] Gen.
[Henry] Knox [Morristown]. Protesting against
annexing Pennsylvania companies to Proctor s
artillery. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Samuel Shaw. Addressed by Knox
to Prest. Jos. Reed. Enclosed in Board of War
to Washington, 1780, Aug. 14. 95, 256
1780 Irvine, William. Crane s Mills [New Jersey]. To [Gen.
JAX - 4 George Washington, Morristown]. Failure of
supplies; desertions. Contemporary copy. 2pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1780, Jan. 5. C. C. 152, 8, 329
[1780] Prisoners, Exchange of. Propositions advanced as result
[JAN. 4?] of conference of Maj. Gen. William Phillips,
Cols. Robert Magaw, George Mathews, John Ely
and Lt. Col. Nathaniel Ramsay. Contemporary
copy. 11 pp. In handwriting of John Clark, jr?
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Jan. 4. C. C. 152, 8, 291
[1780] Prisoners. Statement of number in hands of enemy, Con-
[JAN. 4?] vention troops and balance struck; values of rank
etc. 2pp. In handwriting of George Bond. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Jan. 4. C. C. 152, 8, 307
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [President of
^ AN - 5 Congress, Philadelphia], Discharge of express
riders; method of paying troops^ great want of
provisions. L. S. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Jan. 11. C. C. 152, 8, 321
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JAN- [Morristown]. Mismanagement of commissary
392 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
of hides. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp.
Answered Jan. 11.* 94, 132
1780 Knox, H[enry]. Morristown. To [George] Washington.
JAN. 7 Statement of ammunition and apparatus necessary
for certain specified pieces of ordnance. D. S.
2 pp. In handwriting of Samuel Shaw.
A. V, pt, I, 187
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Payment of officers for
JAN. 8 horses killed in battle; arrangement of Georgia
regiments. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1780, Jan 12.
94, 142
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Dismissal of Maj. Gen.
JAN. 10 Charles Lee. Contemporary cop} , attested by
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1780, Jan. 14.
94, 155
1780 Safford, Samuel. Bennington [Vermont]. To President
JAN. 10 of Congress. Memorial for permission to tem
porarily retire from the service. A. D. S. 1 p.
Read in Congress Feb. 3. Referred to Board of
War. Enclosed in Board of War to Washington,
1780, Feb. 7. 94, 178
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
JAN. 11 War [Philadelphia]. Col. [John] Mitchell as
witness in court martial of [Maj.] Gen. [Bene
dict] Arnold; clothing for British prisoners.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. V, pt. I, 129
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
JAN. 11 War [Philadelphia]. Capt. [Nathaniel] Bowman s
expedition. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. V, pt. 1, 131
1780 Continental Congress, Committee on reduction of army.
JAN. 11 Philadelphia. To [George] Washington, Mor
ristown. Matters for consideration. A. L. S.
of E[lbridge] Gerry, signed also by Robt. R. Liv
ingston and Jno. Mathews. 1 p. Answered
Jan. 23.* 94, 153
[1780] Continental Congress. Tentative resolves reducing army
[JAN. 11] and providing for deranged officers. Contem-
cop} 7 . 1 p. In handwriting of Elbridge
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 393
Gerry. Submitted for consideration in Commit
tee on reduction of army to Washington, 1780,
Jan. 11. 94, 161
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Settlement of accounts
J AN - n of the Convention troops. Contemporary copy,
. attested by Charles Thomson, 4 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Jan. 14. 94, 137
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 12 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves; attention to his letter. A. L. S.
of Samuel Huntington. 1 p. Answered Jan.
18.* 94, 149
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Abolition of Mustering
JAN. 12 Department. Contemporary cop} T , attested by
Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington 1780, Jan. 14.
94, 148
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. March of Virginia
J AX - 12 troops south; commission to Gal van. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1780, Jan. 12. 94, 150
1780 Continental Congress. Order. Letter to Connecticut, New
J AN - 12 York, Pennsylvania and Delaware. Contempo
rary copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1780, Jan. 12. 94, 152
1780 Gerry, E[lbridge]. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
JAN - 12 ton [Morristown]. Reenforcement of army;
delay of Congress; uneasiness of France. A. L.
S. 2 pp. Answered Jan. 29.* 35, 64
1780 Armstrong, John. Carlisle [Pennsylvania]. To [George}
JAN - 12 Washington [Morristown]. Public finances. A.
L. S. 2 pp. 35, 66
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Exchange of prisoners;
JAN - 13 methods, settlement of accounts etc. Contem
porary cop} 7 , attested by Charles Thomson. 8 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1780, Jan. 14. 94, 138
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN - 14 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves; exchange of prisoners. L. S. of
Samuel Huntington. 2 pp. 94, 134
394 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Board of Treasury. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
JAN. 14 ton [Morristown]. Exchange of prisoners and
liquidation of accounts of Convention troops.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1780, Jan. 19.
C. C. 152, 8, 359
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Retention of expresses
JAN. 14 in public service. Contemporary copy, attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1780, Jan. 14.
94, 144
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Retention of Duportail,
JAN. 14 Laumoy and Gouvion in service of the United
States. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1780, Jan. 14. 94, 145
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington,
JAN. 14 Morristown. Col. [Uriah] Mitchell; troops or
dered to Virginia. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
2 pp. 94, 145
1780 Board of Treasury. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Wash-
JAN. 14 ington [Morristown]. Negotiations for exchange
of prisoners; unsettled accounts of the Conven
tion troops. A. L. S. of William Churchill
Houston. 4 pp. Answered Jan. 20.* 92, 124
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
JAN. 15 War [Philadelphia]. Clothing and horses for the
dragoons; rank of aides and other officers.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. A. V, pt. I, 133
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890, 8, 166.
1780 Anonymous. Extract of letter from London to a British
JAN. 15 officer in Georgia. British plan for carrying on
the war. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Apr. 20. 94, 311
1780 Duportail [Louis Le Begue]. Morristown. To [George]
JAN. 16 Washington [Morristown]. Commission for
Capt. [Daniel] Nevin; commissions for Sappers
and Miners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1780, Jan.
26. C. C. 152, 8, 337
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 395
1780 Stirling, [William Alexander, Lord]. Elizabethtown [New
JAN. 16 Jersey]. To [George Washington, Morristown].
Report of his expedition against Staten Island.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1780, Jan. 18.
C. C. 152, 8, 347
1780 Georgia, General Assembly. Committee report on conduct
JAN - 17 of Maj. Gen. [Robert] Howe in Dec. 1778. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of George
Bond. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1781, Sep. 7. 97, 155
1780 Washington, George. [Morristown.] To [the President
JAN. 18 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Baron Steuben and
condition of army; the Virginia line arrange
ment. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress, Jan. 24.
Referred to Board of War to confer with Steuben
and report to Congress. A. V, pt. I, 139
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
J AN - 18 Congress [Philadelphia]. Lord Stirling s expe
dition; intelligence of the enemy. Draft. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, Jan. 20. A. V, pt. I, 137
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAN- 18 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Respecting Lord
Stirling s letter. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of James McHenry. Read in Congress. Jan. 22.
A. V, pt. I, 141
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [the President of Con-
JAN - 18 gress, Philadelphia]. Col. Armand [-Tutin, Mar
quis de la Rouerie] s] claim to promotion; his serv
ices. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1780, Jan.
21. 94, 164
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
J AN - 19 Congress. Philadelphia]. Accounts of the Con
vention troops; exchanges. Draft. 4 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Jan. 25. Referred to Sherman,
Forbes and Mathews. A. V, pt. I, 143
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To Cols. [Robert]
JAN. 19 Magaw, [George] Mathews [John] Ely and [Na-
396 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
thaniel] Ramsay [Morristown]. Exchange of
prisoners and settlement of accounts. Contem
porary cop} 7 . 2 pp. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1780, Jan. 23? C. C. 152, 8, 317
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
JAX - 20 Treasury [Philadelphia]. Settlement of accounts
of the Convention troops. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. 1, 149
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To Dr. [John] With-
JAN. 20 erspoon [Philadelphia?]. Energy [of New Jersey]
in furnishing supplies to the army. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of James McHenry.
A. V, pt. I, 147
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 172, note.
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Commission to investigate
JAX - 20 staff department; pow r ers and duties. D., S. of
Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1780, Jan. 25. 96, 24
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. [Philip John] Schuyler,
JAN. 21 [Timoth} 7 ] Pickering, [jr] and [Thomas] Mifflin
appointed commissioners to investigate staff de
partments of the army. D. S. of Charles Thom
son. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1780, Jan. 25. 96, 24
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 21 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Col. Ar-
mand [-Tufin, Marquis de la Rouerie] s] claim
to promotion. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
Answered Jan. 27.* 94, 163
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Col. Armand [-TufinJ s
JAN. 21 application. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1780, Jan. 21.
94, 162
1780 Knox, Henry. Morristown. To Prest. [Joseph] Reed
JAN. 22 [Philadelphia]. Transmitting artillery returns
and sentiments of officers on proposed incorpora
tion. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War
to Washington, 1780, Aug. 14. 95, 258
1780 Washington, George. [Morristown.] To [Committee on
JAX - 23 reduction of army,] Philadelphia. Expiration
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 397
of enlistments; consolidation of regiments; offi
cers; filling the battalions, etc. Draft. 7 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. I, 153
Committee: Gerry, R. R. Livingston and Mathews.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 174.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To [George
JAN - 25 Washington, Morristown]. Extravagance in staff
departments; investigating commission. L. S. of
Samuel Huntington. 1 p. Answered Feb. 8.*
96, 22
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
J AN - 26 Congress [Philadelphia]. Commission for Capt.
[Daniel] Nevin; officers of the Sappers and
Miners. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Jan. 31.
Referred to the Board of War. A. V, pt. 1, 161
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
JAN. 26 Congress [Philadelphia]. Col. [Theodorick]
Eland s expense account. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, Jan. 31. Referred to Board of War.
A. V, pt. I, 165
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Negotiation for exchange
JAN. 26 of prisoners; liquidation of British accounts.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1780, Jan. 27. 94, 171
1780 Arnold, Benedict. Court-martial of. Extract of proceed-
JAN - 26 ings. Opinion of court on the various charges.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Timothy Pickering, jr. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1780, Mar. 14.
94, 193
1780 [Hazen, Moses.] [Crane s Mills, New Jersey.] To [George
JAN. 26 Washington, Morristown]. British attack on
Elizabethtown. [Extract of letter.] 1 p. In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Jan. 27. C. C. 152, 8, 383
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
JAN. 27 Congress, Philadelphia]. Col. Armand s claim to
398 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
promotion. Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Jan. 31.
A. V, pt. I, 173
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
JAN. 27 Congress [Philadelphia], Enemy s surprise at
Elizabethtown [New Jersey]; exertions of county
magistrates to supply army with provisions.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Jan. 31.
A. V, pt. I, 171
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 183,
note.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[George] Washington [Morristown]. Exchange
of prisoners; pa}^ment of debt by British. L. S.
of Samuel Hunting-ton. 3 pp. 94, 169
1780 [Heath, William.] [West Point.] To [George Washing-
JAN. 27 ton, Morristown]. Fire at West Point; return
of stores destroyed. [Extract of letter.] 2pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Feb. 14. C. C. 152, 8, 409
1780 [Washington, George.] To Elbridge Gerry [Philadelphia].
JAN. 29 Reenforcing army; provisions. Draft. 3pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
P. II, 17
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 182.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
J AN - 3 Congress Philadelphia]. Transmitting proceed
ings of court martial of Maj. Gen. [Benedict]
Arnold and copy of letter from the Quartermaster
General. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. A. V, pt. I, 177
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Appreciation of efforts of
JAN- 31 the State of New Jersey in supplying the Army.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1780, Feb. 1. 94, 174
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Gratitude to France; CO-
JAN. 31 operative measures; supplies; naval campaign;
British machinations. Contemporary copy, at
tested by Charles Thomson. 3 pp. Transmitted
to Washington. 95, 15
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 399
[1780] Washington, George. [Morristown.] Statement of times
[JAN.] of expiration of various troops. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. I, 151
[1780] Campbell, Archibald. To the Council of Massachusetts
[JAN.?] [Boston]. Description of country around Penob-
scot; topography, number of inhabitants etc.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 4 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1780, Apr. 9. 94, 336
1780 Greene, Nathanael. Morristown. To [George] Washing-
JAN. ton [Morristown]. Lack of money, facilities, etc. ,
for obtaining supplies; the situation. Contem
porary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Richard
Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1780, Jan. 30.
C. C. 152, 8, 389
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. l [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
Answered Feb. 8.* 94, 172
1780 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To [George Washington
FEB. l Morristown]. Wine; winter visit to Philadel
phia. A. L. S. 2 pp. 35, 242
1780 [Heath, William.] [Highlands, New York.] To [George
FEB. 2 Washington, Morristown.] Second fire at West
Point. [Extract of letter.] 2pp. In handwriting
of James McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1780, Feb. 14.
C. C. 152, 8, 413
1780 Stoddard, Orring. Young s Farm [Westchester County?
FEB. 3 New York]. Surprise of his detachment by Brit
ish. [Extract of letter.] 1 p. In handwriting of
James McHenry. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1780, Feb. 14.
C. C. 152, 8, 415
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To Robert Morris
FEB - 4 [Philadelphia]. Shipment of wine; invitation to
visit Philadelphia. Auto, draft signed. 3 pp.
P. 11, 29
1780 [Heath, William.] [Highlands.] To [George Washington,
FEB. 4 Morristown]. The surprise at Young s Farm.
[Extract of letter.] 2 pp. In handwriting of
400 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
John Fitzgerald? Enclosed in Washing-ton to
the President of Congress, 1780, Feb. 14.
C. C. 152, 8, 417
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
FEB. 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Col. Armand [-TufinJ s
service in France. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Feb. 10. C. C. 152, 8, 395
1780 Armand, [-Tufln, Charles, Marquis de la Rouerie]. [Mor-
FEB. 5 ristown.] To [George] Washington [Morris-
town] Length of service in the French arm}-.
A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1780, Feb. 5.
C. C. 152, 8, 397
1780 Washington, George. [Morristown.] To [the President
FEB. 6 of Congress, Philadelphia] Transmitting Col.
Armand s statement of his length of service in
French army. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Feb. 2.
A. V, pt. I, 179
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
FEB. 6 [Philadelphia], Incorporation of Pulaski s with
Armand s corps; promotion of the latter. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. I, 181
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 7 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Intelligence
from the south. L. S. of Samuel Huntington.
1 p. Answered Feb. 14.* 94, 175
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
FEB. 7 Morristown. Transmitting a memorial. A. L. S.
of Benjamin Stoddert. 1 p. Answered Feb. 18.*
94, 177
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
FEB. 8 Congress [Philadelphia]. Exchange of prisoners.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Feb. 12.
A. V, pt. I, 183
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
FEB - 8 [Philadelphia]. Artillery and ordnance stores for
a western expedition. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A, V, pt. I, 185
**.
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} roiich unuy. Draft. 1 j =
Alexander Hamilton. K-H : ii!
W (icome. Morrlstinvn. !">
Armand scorps; promotion of il.c. la([ r. Pr.itit.
! p. Jn handwriting - Tench Til ^h man.
A. V. r i
tfiit*! Congress, Pre>i<!<-!il. Philadelphia.
;(it!orn-oj Washington [Morristownj. liitclliovncr
from the south. L. S. of Samuel Hunting! on.
i p. Answered Fel>. 11.* &4, 17. -
o* War. [Philadelphia.] To [Oeorge] Wusliing ton,
Viorristown. Transmitting a memorial. A. L. -
.: Benjamin Stoddert. 1 p. Ans%vered Feb. 18.
Washington. < ri>orge. Morristovv n. To the Prfisid<M:t :!
(%uit/n-.ss [Philadelphia]. Ex<-hang-e < ^ pri.-on< r>.
l> -a? . -pp. In handwriting of Robert llan>< !i
Ilu -r - M-M. Read in Congress, Fet. L:. .
A. V, |>r. I, ih:-5
Washington, (ir.M- Morristo\\n. Tot lie Jioard of Wur
a western <
writing of Tem. h Tilghman. A. V, pt. L l^
OF THE
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OF
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEOKGE WASHINGTON 401
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Furnishing State quotas
FEB. 9 of troops; proportions, etc. Contemporary cop} ,
attested by Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Feb. 10. 94, 182
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Reimbursement of states
FEB. 9 for expense of more than their quota of troops.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1780, Feb. 10. 94, 183
1780 Massachusetts, Council. Boston. Extract from Instruc-
FEB - 9 tions to the delegates in Congress relative to pro
posed Penobscot expedition. Contemporary cop} 7 ,
attested by Charles Tomson. 2 pp. In hand
writing of George Bond. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1780, Apr. 9.
94, 334
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
FEB. 10 [Philadelphia]. Arrangement of the regiment of
Artificers; recruiting. 3pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. I, 189
[1780] Washington, George. [Morristown.] Names, rank and
[FEB. 10] pretensions of officers of the regiment of Artifi
cers. Tabular statement. 2pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington
to the Board of War 1780, Feb. 10.
A. V, pt. 1, 194
[1780] Washington, George. [Morristown.] Names and rank of
[FEB. 10] officers recommended for retention in Artificer
regiment, promotions etc. Tabular statement.
2 pp. la handwriting of Tench Tilghman. En
closed in Washington to the Board of War 1780,
Feb. 10. A. V, pt. I, 198
[1780] Washington, George. [Morristown.] A plan for enlist-
[FEH. 10] ing a corps of Artificers to consist of ten compa
nies. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Enclosed in Washington to the Board
of War 1780, Feb. 10. A. V, pt. I, 201
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 10 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Supplying
deficiencies of State quotas of troops. L. S. of
Samuel Huntington. 3pp. Answered Feb. 17.*
94, 180
28632 OG 26
402 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 [Heath, William.] [Highlands.] To [George Washington,
FEB. 10 Morristown]. Account of the surprise at Young s
Farm. [Extract of letter.] 3pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1780, Feb. 14.
C. C. 152, 8, 419
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves Georgia s exertions;
FEB - n quota of troops; arrangement; Col. [Samuel]
Elbert s case. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1780, Feb. 12.
94, 186
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB - 12 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Exchange
of Col. [Samuel] Elbert. L. S. of Samuel Hunt-
ington. 1 p. Answered Feb. 23.* 94, 183
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Confirmation of court-
FEB - 12 martial sentence of Maj. Gen. [Benedict] Arnold.
A. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1780, Mar.
14. 94, 189
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
FEB. 14 Congress Philadelphia]. Fires at West Point;
moves of enemy. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Feb. 19. Referred to Board of War.
A. V, pt. I, 203
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
FEB 15 [Philadelphia]. Completing the States quotas of
troops. Draft. 2pp. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. A. V, pt. I, 205
1780 Greene, Ebenezer. To Congress. Memorial praying for
FEB. 15 relief from obligations of parole. D. S. 1 p.
Endorsed on back in handwriting of Richard
Peters and crossed out, is report of the Board of
War on this memorial. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1780, Feb. 21. 94, 202
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
FEB. 15 [Morristown]. Combining certain troops with
Armand s corps. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert.
3pp. Answered Feb 18.* 94,197
1780 Board of Admiralty. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
FEB. 15 ington [Morristown]. Complaints of British
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 403
treatment of marine prisoners. L. S. of Francis
Lewis. 1 p. Answered Feb. 19.* Miscel.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
FEB. 17 Congress [Philadelphia]. Returns of troops and
filling the States quotas. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Referred
to Board of War. A. V, pt. I, 209
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the North Caro-
FEB. 17 lina delegates in Congress [Philadelphia]. Cloth
ing for North Carolina troops. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of James McHenry.
A. V, pt. I, 207
[1780] Washington, George. [Morristown.] To [the Board of
[FEB. 18] War, Philadelphia]. Reduction of Armand s
corps and minor matters. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of James McHenry.
A. V, pt. I, 211
1780 [Board of War.] [Philadelphia.] To [Otis & Henley, Bos-
FEB. 18. ton]. Clothing for dragoons. [Extract of let
ter.] Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Benjamin Stoddert. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington, 1780, Mar. 17. 94, 242
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
FEB. 19 - Admiralty [Philadelphia]. Marine prisoners of
war. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. V, pt. I, 213
1780 Continental Congress. Resolve. Memorial of Capt. Eben-
FEB. 19. ezer Greene and hostages of the Cedars. Con
temporary copy, attested by George Bond. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1780, Feb. 21. 94, 201
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 21. [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves; hostages of the Cedars. L. S. of
Samuel Huntington. 1 p. Answered Mar. 6.*
94, 199
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
FEB. 21. Morristown. Bounty for reenlistments in Eland s
troop; command of Eastern Department; retalia
tion for treatment of [Maj.] Gen. [Charles] Lee.
A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. Answered
Mar. 3. 94, 203
404 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 22. [George] Washington [MorristownJ. Fleet at
Havana; report of British fleet off the Georgia
Coast. L. 8. of Samuel Huntington. 2 pp.
Answered Mar 6.* 94, 207
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George Washington,
FEB. 22. Morristown]. Returns of the various cavalry
troops; state quotas, embarrassments, delays, etc.
L. 8. of Richard Peters. 4: pp. In handwriting
of Benjamin Stoddert. Answered Feb. 27.*
94, 205
1780 [Lincoln, Benjamin.] [Charleston, South Carolina]. To
FEB. 22. [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Move
ment of British at Stono Ferry. [Extract of
letter.] Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Mar. 19. 94, 245
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
FEB. 23. Congress, Philadelphia]. Transmitting news
papers. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. V, pt. I, 215
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
FEB. 23. Congress [Philadelphia]. Transmitting New
York papers and acknowledging receipt of docu
ments. L. S. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. C. C. 152, 8, 423
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
FEB - 23 W T ar, Philadelphia]. Swords for non-commis
sioned officers; scarcity of drums, etc. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt. I, 217
1780 Lovell, James. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
FEB. 23 [Morristown]. News from Europe; supplies from
France; England and Holland. A. L. S. 3pp.
36, 2
1780 Biddle, Clement. Morristown. To [Maj. Gen. Nathanael
FEB. 25 Greene, Morristown]. Failure in forage and grain
supplies and cause. Contemporary copy. 4pp.
In handwriting of James McHenry. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Mar. 6. C. C. 152, 8, 431
1780 Continental Congress. Resolve. State quotas of supplies;
FEB. 25 ruling prices, general arrangements, etc. Con-
405
temporary copy. Attested b} T Charles Thom
son. 5 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 178<\ Feb. 20. 94, 213
1780 [Elaine, Ephraim.] Boston. To [George] Washington
FEB. 25 [Morristown]. Purchase of supplies in Connecti
cut; beef, etc. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In
handwriting of James McHenry. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Mar. 17. C. C. 152, 8, 443
[1780] [Laurens, Henry.] [Charleston, South Carolina.] To
[FEB. 25] ? Station and force of enemy; naval
strength before Charleston; arrangement and
force of American troops. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. Note b} T Samuel Huntington: "The Ex
press who brings this says it is an Extract Taken
from the late President Laurens in Charles Town
which he saw copied off." Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1780, Mar. 19.
94, 246
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
FEB. 26 War, Philadelphia]. Powers of the Board of
War as respects courts-martial. Draft. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt. I, 219
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 203.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
FEB. 27 War, Philadelphia]. State quota; exchange of
prisoners. Draft. Ip. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. V, pt. I, 223
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] Standards, drums and
FEB - 28 tifes, hangers, belts, etc., for troops, state of
supplies. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp.
Answered Mar. f>.* 94, 209
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 29 [George] Washington [Morristown]. [Brig.]
Gen. [William] Irvine s claim to rank; resolves
transmitted; exertions of states to furnish sup
plies. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 2 pp.
Answered Mar. 6* and 8.* 94, 211
1780 Continental Congress. Resolve. Brig. Gen. [William]
FEB. 29 Irvine s claim to rank. D. S. of Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1780, Feb. 29. Miscel
406 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Fleury, [Francois] L[ouis Teisseydre, Marquis de]. Ver-
MAR. 1 sallies. To the President of Congress, Philadel
phia. Application for extension of leave. A. L.
S. 2 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1780, May 17. C. C. 152, 8, 565
1780 New York, Senate, Resolves. Raising of troops for de-
MAR. 2 fence of the frontier. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1780, Apr. 6. 94, 279
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
MAR. 3 [Philadelphia]. Complaints of subalterns of the
Massachusetts line. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. I, 225
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To James Lovell
MAR. 4 [Philadelphia]. Supplies from France; the King
of England s speech. Draft. 2 p. In hand
writing of James McHenry. A. V, pt. I, 227
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George Washington]
MAR. 4 Morristown. Supplies for Fort Pitt; prospective
operations on the Western frontier. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 2pp. Answered Mar. 14.*
94, 217
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR - 6 Congress, Philadelphia]. British fleet; exchange
of the hostages of the Cedars; Quartermaster
General s department; ]Brig.] Gen. [William]
Irvine s rank; specific supplies from the states.
L. S. 3 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Read in Congress Mar. 16. Referred to
Board of Treasury. C. C. 152, 8, 427
The draft, A. V, pt. I, 229, is dated Mar. 7.
Printed in part : Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 213.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
MAR. 6 War, Philadelphia]. Supplies from France;
swords for non-commissioned officers. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. 1, 223
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Virginia, North and South
MAR. 6 Carolina troops. A. D. S. of Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1780, Mar. 9. 94, 222
1780 Greene, Nathanael. Morristowu. To [George] Washing-
. 6 ton. [Morristown.] State of affairs in Quarter
master General s Department. Contemporary
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 407
copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1780, Mar. 17.
C. C. 152, 8, 447
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
MAR. 8 [Philadelphia]. Accoutrements for the dragoons;
clothing, etc. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. I, 235
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Militia of Virginia,
MAR. 8 North and South Carolina; reenforcernents for
Southern army. Contemporary copy, attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1780, Mar. 9.
94, 221
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 9 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves; discretionary power to make de
tachments. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 2 pp.
Answered Mar. 20.* 94, 219
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Arrears due soldiers for
MAR. 10 clothing. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1780, Mar. 11.
94, 192
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George Washington]
MAR. 10 Morristown. Convening of a general court mar
tial at Philadelphia. Capt. [Theophilus] Parke s
case. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 2 pp. An
swered Mar. 25.* 94, 226
1780 Continental Congress. Proclamation appointing Apr. 26
MAR< 11 a day of fasting and prayer. D. S. of Samuel
Huntington, countersigned by Charles Thomson.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1780, Mar. 14. 94, 229
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Officers servants. Con-
MAR n temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1780, Mar. 11. 94, 190
1780 Maryland, Council. Annapolis. To the Board of War
MAR. 11 [Philadelphia]. Furnishing supplies. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War
to Washington, 1780, Mar. 20. 94, 250
1780 Pennsylvania, Council. Philadelphia. To the Board of
MAR - n War [Philadelphia], Inability of Pennsylvania
408 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
to furnish supplies. Contemporar}^ copy. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1780,
Mar. 20. 94, 252
1780 Tilghman, T[ench]. Morristown. To the Board of War
MAR. 12 [Philadelphia]. Col. [Oliver] Spencer s regiment.
Auto, draft signed. 1 p. A. V, pt. I, 239
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 12 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves; confirmation of court-martial sen
tence of Maj. Gen. [Benedict] Arnold. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 14, 316
1780 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. To [George] Washington [Mor-
MAR. 13 ristown]. Plan for rearranging the finances; in
delicacy of Congress in a personal matter; rumor
from Charleston. A. L. S. 3 pp. 36, 149
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
MAR. 14 [Philadelphia]. Supplies for Fort Pitt. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison
and Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. I, 241
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 14 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
Answered Mar. 23.* 94, 228
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 14 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
94, 232
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
MAR. 15 Admiralty [Philadelphia]. The proposed naval
expedition and [Maj.] Gen. [Benedict] Arnold s
desire to command. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. I, 243
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. L834. 6, 484.
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAR. 15 [Morristown]. Transmitting arrangement of the
Massachusetts subalterns. A. L. S. of Benjamin
Stoddert. 1 p. Answered Mar. 25.* 94, 234
1780 Hollingsworth, H[enry]. Head of Elk [Pennsylvania].
MAR. 16 To the Board of War [Philadelphia]. Report on
gathering supplies. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1780,
Mar. 20. 94, 251
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 409
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 17 Congress, Philadelphia]. Great scarcity of meal
and grain. L. S. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Mar. 21. Referred to Board of War.
C. C. 152, 8, 435
Draft, A. V, pt. I, 245, is dated Mar. 19.
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAR. 17 [Morristown]. Supplies for the cavalry, clothing,
accoutrements, etc. L. S. of Richard Peters.
3 pp. Answered Mar. 25.* 94, 240
1780 Gamble, James. Morristown. Account of stores at maga-
MAR. 17 zme at Morristown. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1780, Mar. 17. C. C. 152, 8, 441
1780 Grain. Estimate of amounts purchased by Azariah Dun-
MAR. 17 ham. Tabular statement. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Mar. 17. C. C. 152, 8, 439
[1780] Continental Congress, Resolves. State quotas of money;
[MAR. is] emission of new continental bills, remission of
old, interest, etc. Contemporary copy, en
dorsed with memo, of War Office: " This Resolve
passed in Congress last Saturday. 5 pp. Trans
mitted to Washington. 94, 236
1780 Brodhead, Daniel. Fort Pitt. To Richard Peters, Phila-
MAR. 18 delphia. Indian forays on the Western frontier;
supplies; tents; forage; money for Quartermas
ter. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1780, Apr. 17.
94, 301
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 19 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting intelligence from Charleston [South Caro
lina]. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
94, 243
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 20 Congress, Philadelphia]. Directions of Congress
respecting case of Maj. Gen. [Benedict] Arnold.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Mar. 25.
A. V, pt. I, 249
410 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
MAR - 20 War [Philadelphia]. Arrangement of subalterns
of the 8th Massachusetts regiment. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. I, 251
1780 Board of War [Philadelphia]. To [George] Washington,
MAR. 20 Morristown. Lack of supplies; prospects of ob
taining them. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert.
2 pp. Answered Mar. 25.* 94, 248
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Suspension of appoint-
MAR - 21 ments of officers in State lines. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1780, Mar. 23. 94, 258
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Settlement of clothing
MAR- 22 accounts for 1777. Contemporary copy, attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1780, Mar. 23.
Published to Army in General Orders, Apr. 11.
94, 255
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 23 Congress, Philadelphia]. Intelligence of enemy;
scarcity of provisions. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, Mar. 29. A. V, pt. I, 253
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR - 23 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington.
1 p. Answered Mar. 28.* 94, 256
1780 Board of Admiralty. Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
MAR. 23 ington, Morristown]. Lack of men for Maj. Gen.
[Benedict] Arnold s proposed naval expedition.
Recent copy. 1 p. 36, 244
1780 Lincoln, Benjamin. Charleston [South Carolina]. To [the
MAR. 24 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. British
naval movements; reenforcements; advance of
enemy. [Extract of letter.] Contemporary copy.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1780, Apr. 22. 94, 259
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
MAR - 25 War [Philadelphia]. General courts martial;
saddles for dragoons; horses kept at public ex-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 411
pense; provision supplies. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. I, 255
[1780] Washington, George. [Morristown.] Remarks on defici-
[MAR. 2.5?] ency of supplies of flour and forage due from the
different states. Draft, 3 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in : Washington to
the President of Congress 1780, Mar. 26.
A. V, pt. I, 261
[1780] Washington, George. [Morristown.] Estimate of forage
[MAR. 25?] necessary for 19,190 horses. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress 1780,
Mar. 26. A. V, pt. I, 259
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR - 26 Congress, Philadelphia]. Failure of states to
supply their quotas of provision and forage; for
age from Massachusetts; salt and salt provisions;
estimates of quantities needed; pasturage for
horses of army. Draft. 8 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Mar. 29. Referred to Sherman, Burke and
Searle. A. V, pt. I, 265
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 224.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [Maj. Gen.
MAR - 26 Nathanael Greene, Philadelphia]. Detachment
for the South; facilities for moving the army.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Richard Kidder Meade. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1780, Apr. 7.
C. C. 152, 8, 499
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 27 Congress, Philadelphia]. Suggesting sending
Duportail to the southward. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read in
Congress, Mar. 29. A. V. pt. I, 273
1780 Continental Congress, Commissioners for arranging the
MAR. 27 Staff Departments. Report: Establishment of
magazines; duties of store-keepers, superintend
ents, etc.; provisioning detachments; rations;
supplies; quartermasters department; wagon and
forage masters; pay and accounts; wagons al
lowed officers; forage allowance; requisition for
wagons; procuring supplies; Commissary Gen-
412 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
eral of Military Stores; money etc. Contempo
rary copy. 38 pp. Transmitted to Washington.
36, 135 and 282
Commissioners: Timothy Pickering, jr., and Thos. Mifflin. A Com
mittee: Sherman, Jones and Schuyler, was chosen Mar. 10 to confer
with them and approve the above report.
See: Journals of Congress, resolves of Jan. 20, 21, 22 and Mar. 10.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 28 Congress, Philadelphia]. Indian attack on
Skenesborough [New York]; encounter of British
and Spanish fleets off Gibraltar; question of State
and Continental bounties for reenlistments.
Draft. 4: pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison and Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, Apr. 3. Referred to Board of War.
A. V, pt. I, 275
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 223,
note.
1780 Schott, John Paul. Wyoming [Penns3 T lvania]. Muster
MAR. 28 roll of corps. Tabular statement. D. S. At
tested by Zebulon Butler. 3 pp. Transmitted
to Congress.
See: Weltner, Ludowick to Washington, 1780, May 16.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAR. 29 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting papers, printed copy of Maj. Gen. [Benedict]
Arnold s court martial, etc. L. S. of Samuel
Huntington. 1 p. Answered Apr. 7.* 94, 261
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Duportail ordered to
MAK. 29 Southern Army. Contemporary cop} , attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1780, Mar. 29.
94, 263
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
MAR. 30 [Philadelphia]. Dragoons ordered to the south
ward. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. V, pt. I, 279
1780 Washington, George. [Morristown.] To John Mathews
MAR. 30 [Philadelphia]. Situation of enemy. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of James McHenry.
A. V, pt. I, 281
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. \ . 1890. 8, 228.
1780 Board of War, Philadelphia. To [George Washington.
MAK. 30 Morristown]. Importation of blankets from
New York for army; secrecy, passport and
difficulties; other supplies. L. S. of Richard
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 413
Peters. 4 pp. In handwriting of Timothy Pick
ering, jr. 96, 30
1780 Clark, Abra[ham]. Philadelphia. To Gov. [William]
MAR - 30 Livingston [Morristown]. Blankets at Squan;
threatened seizure; passport, etc. A. L. S.
1 p. Enclosed in Livingston to Washington,
1780, Apr. 3. 96, 31
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAR. 31 Congress, Philadelphia]. Attempted exchange of
prisoners. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress, Apr. 6.
Referred to Scott, Houston and Ellery, who were
discharged Oct. 13; then referred to Sullivan,
Bland and Mathews.
A. V, pt. I, 283
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 8,229.
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
31 AK. 31 Morristown. Propriet}^ of offering pardon to
Virginia deserters. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stod-
dert. 1 p. Answered Apr. 9.* 94, 297
1780 Lawrance, John. Morristown. Memorandum of charges
MAR. - against [Maj. Gen. Benedict Arnold].
Lawrance, John. To [Lt.] Col. [Robert Hanson] Harrison
[Morristown]. Transmitting above memoran
dum. 2 pp. Memo, in handwriting of Law
rance; letter an A. L. S. of same. 94, 195
[1780] Lane, Joseph jr. To the President of Congress [Phila-
[MAR. ?] delphia]. Exchanges effected in the Southern
Department. A. L. S. 1 p. 94, 219
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
APR. l Treasury, Philadelphia. Claims of soldiers that
their enlistments have expired. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. I, 287
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 2 Congress, Philadelphia]. Embarkation of enemy
for the South; weak state of American army.
Draft. 5 pp. In handwriting of Robert Han
son Harrison. Read in Congress, Apr. 5. Re
ferred to Board of War. A. V, pt. I, 289
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8,234.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To Maj. Gen.
APR. 2 [Nathanael] Greene. Detachment of troops to
the Southward. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
414 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1780, Apr. 7. C. C. 152, 7, 509
1780 Greene, Nathanael. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
APR. 2 ington [Morristown]. Want of cash; inability to
supply needs of army. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Richard KidderMeade.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Apr. 7. C. C. 152, 7,505
1780 Washington, George. [Morristown.] To [the President
APR. 3 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Distresses of offi
cers [of the 16 Additional Continental regiments];
dissatisfactions, hardships, etc. Draft. 6 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read in
Congress, Apr. 5. A. V, pt. I, 295
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 241.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
APR. 3 [Philadelphia]. Passage up the Hudson of vessel
with supplies for the army. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. I, 301
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
APR. 3 Morristown. Augmenting Lee s corps; promo
tions therein. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert.
2 pp. Answered Apr. 9.* 94, 270
1780 Lee, Henry, jr. Philadelphia. To the Board of War
APR. 3 [Philadelphia]. Promotions and field officers of
the Light Horse. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1780,
Apr. 3. 94, 272
1780 Livingston, Wil[liam]. Morristown. To [George] Wash-
ApR - 3 ington [Morristown]. Blankets. A. L. S. 1 p.
96,27
[1780] [Washington, George.] [Morristown.] To [Gov. William
[APR. 4?] Livingston, Morristown]. Passport for blankets
at Squan. Incomplete draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. 96, 33
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Raising of New York
APR. 4 militia. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1780, Apr. 6. 94, 278
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Approval of reenforce-
APR - 5 ment of Southern A rmy. Contemporary copy,
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 415
attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Apr. 6. 94, 277
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 6 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves of Congress and acts of the New
York legislature for raising militia. L. S. of
Samuel Huntington. 2pp. Answered Apr. IT.*
94, 275
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Committee to confer
APR. 6 with Commander-in-chief. Contemporary copy,
attested by Charles Thomson. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Apr. 18. 94, 307
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR- 7 Congress, Philadelphia]. Sailing of detachment
of enemy from New York; Maryland and Dela
ware troops under orders; provisions, etc. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Apr. 10.
A. V, pt. I, 305
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
APR- 7 [Philadelphia]. Want of meat for the army.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. V, pt. I, 307
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Commission to Chief
APR- 7 Joseph Louis Gill; enlistment of St Francois In
dians. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1780, Apr. 13. 94, 285
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Papers referring to pro-
APR. 8 posed expedition against Penobscot. Contem
porary copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1780, Apr. 9. 94, 333
1780 Maryland. Council. [Annapolis.] To the Board of War
APR. 8 [Philadelphia]. Exchange of Lt. Col. [Nathaniel]
Ramsay. Contemporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Apr. 25. 94, 280
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
APR- 9 War [Philadelphia], Application for promotion
of Captains [Allen] McLane and [Henry] Peyton;
416 LIBRAKY OF CONGRESS
pardon for deserters in the Virginia line. Draft.
4 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. I, 311
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 9 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting papers referring to proposed expedition
against Penobscot. L. S. of Samuel Hunting-
ton. 2 pp. Answered Apr. 17.* 94, 331
1780 Lincoln, B[enjamin]. Charleston. To Gov. [Richard]
APR. 9 Caswell [Newbern ? North Carolina]. Military
situation. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of Guilliame Aertsen, jr. Enclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1780, May 9.
94, 345
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To William Ellery
APR. 10 [Philadelphia]. Request of the Governor of
Rhode Island for troops. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. I, 315
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
APR. 10 Congress [Philadelphia]. Intelligence of the
enenry. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Read in Congress, Apr. 11.
A. V, pt. I, 317
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Reimbursement to army
APR. 10 for pay depreciation. Contemporary copy,
attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Apr. 18. Published to army in General Orders,
Apr. 30. 94, 305
1780 St. Clair, Arthur, Edward Carrington, and Alexander
APR. 10 Hamilton. Morristown. To [George] Wash
ington [Morristown]. Prisoners accounts in ex
change negotiations. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Apr. 17. C. C. 152, 8, 523
[1780] Virginia Delegates to Continental Congress. To [George]
Ap R- 12 Washington [Morristown]. Transmitting letter.
Recent copy. 1 p. Original was signed by Cyrus
Griffin and James Madison, jr. 36, 412
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 13 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 417
ting resolves and account of naval engagement
[British and Dutch in the English channel, Dec.
31 and Jan. 1]. L. S. of Samuel Huntington,
2 pp. Answered Apr. IT.* 94, 283
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Selection of committee,
ApR - 13 Schuyler, Mathews and Peabody, to confer with
Commander in chief; instructions for reorgan
izing army; general regulations etc. Contem
porary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1780, Apr. 18. 94, 307
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
ApR - 13 Morristown. Sale of boats and building mate
rial. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert. 1 p.
Answered Apr. 23.* 94, 287
[1780] Greene, Nathanael. Memorandum. Sale of boats and
[APR. 13] materials on the Susquehanna. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War to Wash
ington, 1780, Apr. 13. 94, 288
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 15 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington.
1 p. Answered Apr. 28.* 94, 291
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Appointment of Col.
APR. 15 Joseph Ward, Commissary-General of Prisoners.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1780, Apr. 15. 94, 293
1780 Hallet, Jonathan. Paramus [New Jersey]. To George
APR. 16 Washington [Morristown]. Account of British
attack on Paramus. Contemporary copy. 3 pp.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Apr. 17. C. C. 152, 8, 519
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
APR. 17 [Morristown]. Supplies [for Fort Pitt]; com
missions for Indians. A. L. S. of Benjamin
Stoddert. 2 pp. Answered Apr. 23.* 94, 299
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 17 Congress, Philadelphia]. March of Maryland
troops to the Southward; enemy at Penobscot
and necessity of a fleet; disaffected inhabitants at
Paramus [New Jerse} 7 ]. Draft. 4pp. In hand-
2863206 27
418 LIBRAKY OF CONGRESS
writing of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Con
gress, Apr. 20. A. V, pt. I, 319
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 249.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 17 Congress, Philadelphia]. Establishment of the
footing of officers of artillery battalions; promo
tions; South Carolina companies. Draft. 4
^ pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Read in Congress, Apr. 20. Referred to
Board of War. A. V, pt. I, 323
1780 Gervais, John Lewis. George Town, [South Carolina].
APR. 17 To Henry Laurens [Wilmington, South Caro
lina], Attack on Charleston. Contemporary
copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1780, May 9. 94, 346
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
APR. 18 [Philadelphia]. Rank of artillery officers; ar
rangement of corps. Draft. 4 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. I, 327
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 18 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington.
2 pp. Answered May 5.* 94, 303
1780 Board of Treasury. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Wash
APR. 19 ington [Morristown]. Forwarding muster-rolls.
A. L. S. of John Gibson. 1 p. 92, 246
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR - 20 [George] Washington - [MorristownJ. French
fleet at Martinique; plan of British. L. S. of
Samuel Huntington. 2 pp. Answered May 5.*
94, 309
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. British Commissary of
APR. 21 Prisoners to reside within American lines. Con
temporary copy, attested b} r Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1780, Apr. 22. 94, 313
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
APR. 22 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolve and intelligence from Charleston.
L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p. Answered
May 5.* 94, 314
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
APR. 23 War [Philadelphia]. Sale of articles; Col.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 419
[Daniel] Brodhead s request for tents. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade
and Robert Hanson Harrison. A. V, pt. I, 331
1780 Nash, A[bner]. Newburn [North Carolina]. To the
APR. 24 President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Situation
at Charleston; need of assistance. Contempo
rary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Richard
Peters. Enclosed in Board of War to Washing
ton, 1780, May 9. 94, 34A
1780 Board of War. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington,
APR. 25 Morristown. Exchange of Lt. Col. [Nathaniel]
Ramsay for [Lt.] Col. [Dr. John] Connolly. A.
L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert. 3 pp. Answered
May 4.* 94, 281
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
APR. 27 War [Philadelphia]. Incorporation of companies
of Captains [John Paul] Schott and [Anthony]
Selin with the German battalion. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. I, 333
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR. 28 Congress, Philadelphia], Appointment of Col.
[Joseph] Ward as Commissary of Prisoners; news
from the southward. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, May 1. A. V, pt. I, 335
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
APR- 28 Congress, Philadelphia]. Announcing death of
Don Juan de Miralles. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, May 1. A. V, pt. I, 337
1780 Board of War. Philadelphia. To George Washington,
APR. 29 Morristown. Returns of provisions and military
stores; regimental surgeon s mates. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 94, 316
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
MAY 4 War [Philadelphia]. Exchange of prisoners.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Han
son Harrison. A. V, pt. II, 1
1780 Luane, James. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
MAY 4 Morristown]. Anxiety for Charleston; Virginia
reenforcements; finances of the confederation;
disaffection in Britain; reception of the new
money. A. L. S. 4 pp. 37, 135
420 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAY 5 Congress, Philadelphia]. Making up the depre
ciation of pay to the army; French at Martinique;
agent for prisoners; lack of money and supplies;
rumor of [John] Paul Jones being on the Amer
ican coast. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
May 8. Part referred to Board of Treasury.
A. V, pt, II, 3
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
MAX- 5 War [Philadelphia]. Mistakes in dates of sub
alterns commissions in Massachusetts line.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. II, 7
1780 Simpson, James. Charleston. To Rev. Mr. Wickman,
MAY 5 North Carolina. Encouragement of loyalists.
Contemporary copy. In handwriting of Charles
Thomson. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1780, June 5. 95, 65
1780 Board of Admiralty. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
MAY 6 ington [Morristown]. Wine sent by order of
Congress. Marine Committee Letter-book.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
MAY 8 [Philadelphia]. Ordering muskets and cartouche
boxes sent forward. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 9
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 9 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Arrival
of U. S. minister [John Jay] at Cadiz. L. S.
of Samuel Huntington. 1 p. Answered May
13.* 37, 158
1780 Duane, James. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
MAY 9 [Morristown]. Situation at Charleston; new plan
of finance. A. L. S. 3 pp. 37, 153
1780 Board of Admiralty. [Philadelphia]. To [George] Wash-
MAY 9 ington [Morristown]. Lemons taken from a
prize. A. L. S. of Francis Lewis. 1 p.
Answered May 12.* Miscel
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
MAY 9 Morristown. Transmitting intelligence from
South Carolina. A. L. S. of Joseph Carleton.
1 p. 94, 342
WRITING OF JAMES McHENRY.
1780 Simpson, Jume*. UhaiU
North Carolina. E
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Thomson. Enclose
Washington, LT^", .
1780 Board of Admiralty, rhiU
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1780 Washington. (^
MAY s li ili .; i
1780 Duane, Janu^. Philadelphia.
MAY 9 [Morristown). Situat
oi liiuuico. A. L. S.
1780 Board of Admiralty, [Phihidel
MAY w in^ton [Morristown |.
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1780 Board of War. I Philadelphia. ]
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CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 421
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of] Ad-
MAY 12 miralty [Philadelphia]. Acknowledging lemons.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. II, 11
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President
MAY 13 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Forwarding intelli
gence. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Read in Congress, May 15.
A. Y, pt. II, 15
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President [of
MAY 13 Congress, Philadelphia]. Return of the Marquis
de Lafayette. Auto, draft signed. 2 pp. Read
in Congress, May 16. A. V, pt. II, 13
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7,31.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of Ad-
MAY 13 miralty, Philadelphia]. Acknowledging Madeira.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. II, 17
1780 Washington,] G[eorgeJ. Morristown. To James Duane
MAY 13 [Philadelphia], The Confederation; alarm in
New York caused by despatches from England.
Auto, draft signed. 3 pp. . P. II, 91
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) New York. 1890. 8, 262.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [James] Duane
MAY 14 [Philadelphia]. Aid from France; committee to
sit at camp; its powers, etc. ; suggested personnel.
Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. P. II, 95
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 264.
1780 [Washington, George.] Morristown. To [the Board of
MAY 14 Treasury, Philadelphia]. Hard money for secret
service. Auto, draft. 1 p. P. II, 99
1780 Pennsylvania, Council. Philadelphia. To the Board of
MAY 15 War [Philadelphia]. Complaints of [Lt.] Col.
[Ludowick] Weltner. Contemporary cop}-. 1 p.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1780,
May 19. 95, 3
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Return of Marquis de
MAY 16 Lafayette. Contemporaiy copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1780, May 20.
95, 14:
Hamilton, Henry. Lancaster [Pennsylvania]. To the
Board of War, Philadelphia. Leave to go into
New York. A. L. S. 1 p. 95, 21
422 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
[La Luzerne, Anne Cesar, Chevalier de.] Philadelphia.
Memorial to Congress. Cooperation with the
French; furnishing of supplies; intelligence; arms
and clothing from France; zeal of America. Con
temporary copy. 3 pp. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1780, May 29. 95, 39
1780 Rutledge, John. [South Carolina.] To [Abner] Nash
MAY 16 [Newbern, North Carolina], Surrender of
Charleston; terms; the situation; James Simp
son s intercepted letters. Contemporary copy.
In handwriting of Charles Thomson. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
June 5. 95, 65
1780 Weltner, Ludowick. Northumberland [Pennsylvania]. To
MAY 16 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Consolida
tion of Ottendorff s corps with his own; skirmish
with Indians. A. L. S. 2 pp. Transmitted to
Congress. C. C. 152, 8, 553
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAY 17 Congress, Philadelphia.] Extension of Lt. Col.
Fleury s furlough. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit-
. ing of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress,
May 22. A. V, pt. II, 19
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Memorial of Minister of
MAY 17 France [Chevalier La Luzerne]. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
May 29. 95, 37
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the President of
MAY 19 Congress Philadelphia]. Transmitting letters for
Gov. [John] Rutledge; embarkation of troops at
New York. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. V, pt. II, 21
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. States from Virginia
MAY 19 northward to Massachusetts to furnish ten mil
lions to the continental treasury; apportionment;
bills to be drawn on [Benjamin] Franklin; prepa
ration for campaign; duties and powers of com
mittee of cooperation. A. D. of Robert Hanson
Harrison. 3 pp. Transmitted to Washington.
W
1780 Board of Treasury. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Wash-
MAY 19 ington [Morristown]. Inability to furnish money
required; sum sent. A. L. S. of Charles Lee. 1 p.
37, 222
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 423
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAY 19 [Morristown]. Transmitting petition against
Lt. Col. [Ludowick] Weltner. A. L. S. of Joseph
Carleton. 1 p. Answered June 5.* 95, 1
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 20 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves; cooperation with French. L. S. of
Samuel Huntington. 2 pp. 95, 10
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Forwarding of State
MAY 20 quotas of troops. Contemporary copy attested
by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1780, May 20.
95,12
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Cooperation with French.
MAY 20 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1780, May 20. 95, 13
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Communications of Lafay-
MAY 20 ette respecting cooperation with French. Con
temporary copy attested by Charles Thomson.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1780, May 29. 95, 37
1780 Duane, James. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
MAY 21 Morristown]. Capt. [Allen] McLane s situation.
A. L. S. 1 p. 37, 229
1780 Shee, Johns. [Philadelphia.] To James Duane [Phila-
[MAY21?] delphia]. Case of Capt. Allen McLane. A. L. S.
1 p. Enclosed in Duane to Washington, 1780,
May 21. 37, 231
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
MAY 22 Morristown. Salt meat for army. A. L. S. of
Joseph Carleton. 2 pp. 95, 17
Jones, Joseph. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
[Morristown]. Employment of Col. [William]
Grayson; news from Charleston. A. L. S.
2 pp. 37, 285
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Committee
MAY 24 of Cooperation [Morristown]. Competency of
their powers. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. A. V, pt. II, 23
Committee: Schuyler, Mathews and Peabody.
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAY 24 [Morristown]. Passport for Surgeon Major
Pausch; Ensign [Henry] Hamilton s request.
424 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 2 pp. An
swered June 5.* 95, 19
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Committee
MAY 25 of Cooperation [Morristown]. Circular letter to
the States; necessity of exertion. Draft. 5 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt. II, 25
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 284.
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
MAY 25 quarters. Morristown. Circular letter to the
States. Necessities of army; remedial measures;
enlistments, supplies and transportation; coop
eration with French.
MAY 25 Same. Supplying State quotas of troops. Con
temporary copies, attested by Abraham Brasher.
6 pp. Transmitted to Washington. 95, 25
Committee: Schuyler, Mathews and Peabody.
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
MAY 25 Morristown. Negotiation of bills in New York
for benefit of prisoners. L. S. of Joseph Carle-
ton. 2 pp. Answered June 5.* 95, 23
Nash, A[bner]. Newbern [North Carolina], To the
President of Congress. [Philadelphia.] The sit
uation in North Carolina. Contemporary copies.
3 pp. In handwriting of Charles Thomson. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1780, June 5. 95, 65
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Mode of selection of
MAY 26 Commissary of Prisoners. Contemporary copy,
attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
May 29. 95, 36
Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington,
Morristown. Exchange of Ensign [John?] Con
nolly. A. L. S. Timothy Pickering, jr. 1 p.
Answered June 5.* 95, 29
1780 Buford, Abraham. Camden, South Carolina. To the Vir-
MAY 26 ginia Assembly. Loss of Charleston, movements
of British and condition of affairs. Contempo
rary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in Henry, James to
Washington, 1780, June 16. 38, 126
Duane, James. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
Morristown]. The situation at Charleston; news
from the West Indies. A. L. S. 2 pp. 38, 305
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 425
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
MAY 27 Congress, Philadelphia. Great distress from
scarcity of meat; mutiny of Connecticut regi
ments; depreciation and pay; enemy s handbill.
Draft. 7 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, May 31. Referred
to Ellsworth, Armstrong and Duane.
A. V, pt. II, 33
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 288.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of War
MAY 27 [Philadelphia]. Distress of army for meat; mu
tiny of two regiments. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. II, 31
1780 Charleston, (South Carolina.) Extract of letter reporting
MAY 27 surrender. (Taken from Williamsburg Gazette,
June 3.) 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, June 12. 95, 76
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of Ad-
MAY 29 miralty [Philadelphia]. Recommending Capt.
[Abraham] Van Dyke. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 41
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
MAY 29 Treasury [Philadelphia], Cooperation with the
French ; need of services of Col. [Clement] Biddle.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. V, pt. II, 43
1780 Continental Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
MAY 29 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves and other papers. L. S. of Samuel
Huntington. 2 pp. 95, 3-t
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Reduction of army. A.
MAY 30 D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1780, May
31. 95, 48
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
MAY 30 [Morristown]. Transmitting courts martial pro
ceedings on Capt. [Isaac] Coren and Capt-lt.
[William Egerton] Godfrey. A. L. S. of Benja
min Stoddert. 1 p. Answered June 5.* 95, 41
1780 Dnane, James. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
MAY 30 Morristown]. Committee of Congress; failure
of supplies; news from Charleston. A. L. S.
1 p. 37, 330
426 LIBEARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Committee
MAY 31 of Cooperation, Morristown]. Cooperation with
the French; number of troops necessary; sup
plies from the states. Draft. 4 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt. II, 49
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 299.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
MAY 31 Congress [Philadelphia]. The surrender of
Charleston. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, June 5.
A. V, pt. II, 45
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
MAY 31. Congress [Philadelphia]. Col. [Henry] Sher-
burne s services. Draft. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison. A. V, pt. II, 47
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To Joseph Jones
MAY 31 [Philadelphia]. Transfer of power from Con
gress to States; [Brig.] Gen. [George] Weedon.
Auto, draft signed. 2 pp. P. II, 115
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 304.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
MAY 31 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves; reduction of army; distresses of
present situation. L. S. of Samuel Hunting-ton.
2 pp. 95, 46
[1780] Anonymous. [New York.] To [George Washington,
[MAY] Morristown]. Intelligence of enemy; fortifying;
French fleet; attempt against Charleston. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1780, May 13.
C. C. 152, 8, 547
1780 Anonymous. Address to the Soldiers of the Continental
[MAY] Army. Inducement to desert to British. Tran
script. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1780, May 27. C. C. 169, 7, 139
[1780] Pennsylvania. Northumberland County. Inhabitants.
[MAY?] Petition to Supreme Executive Council of Penn
sylvania. Supporting Lt. Col. [Ludowick]
Weltner. Contemporary cop} 7 . 2 pp. Enclosed
in Board of War to Washington, 1780, May 19.
95,4
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 427
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Establishment of post at
JUNE 1 Shokan [New York]; militia for defense of fron
tier; crediting States with overplus of supplies
furnished. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1780, June 3. 95, 59
[1780] Continental Congress, Committee to confer with Committee
[JUNE 1] of Pennsylvania Council. Report of conference
with Committee of Pennsylvania Council. Men,
money and supplies to be furnished by the
state. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1780, June 3. 95, 61
Committee: Ellsworth, Armstrong and Duane.
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To Lt. Gen. [Wil-
JUNE 2 helm, Baron von] Knyphausen [New York].
Appointment of agents for prisoners to reside
within the respective lines. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1780, Aug. 24. C. C. 152, 9, 119
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JUNE 2 quarters. Morristown. Circular letter to the
States. Necessities of the army; quotas of sup
plies to be furnished by the different states;
transportation; militia. Contemporary copy
made and attested by Abraham Brasher. 12 pp.
Transmitted to Washington. 95, 49
Committee: Schuyler, Mathews and Peabody.
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation. Tabular
JUNE 2 statement of supplies requested from the states
from New Hampshire to Virginia inclusive. 2 pp.
Transmitted to Washington. 95, 55
1780 Woodford, William. Charleston [South Carolina]. To
JUNE 2 [the Board of War, Philadelphia]. Refusal of
British to extend parole. [Extract of letter.]
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
William Gray son. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1780, June 24. 95, 126
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 3 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Pennsylva
nia s exertions to furnish supplies; transmitting
resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 2 pp.
95,57
428 LIBKAEY OF CONGRESS
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To [the Board of
JUNE 5 War, Philadelphia]. Minor military miscellam-.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. A. V, pt. II, 53
1780 Washington, George. To [James Duane, Philadelphia].
JUNE 5 Capt. [Allen] McLane s promotion; news from
Charleston and the West Indies. Draft signed.
3 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman and
Washington. P. II, 117
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 5 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Surrender
of Charleston ; capture of Mobile by the Spaniards.
L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 2 pp. Answered
June 20.* 95, 62
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JrNE 6 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Ordering
Lee s dragoons to the southward. L. S. of Sam
uel Huntington. 2 pp. Answered June 20.*
95, 66
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 7 [Springfield, New Jersey]. Order for Capt.
[Nathaniel] Bowman. A. L. S. of Benjamin
Stoddert. 1 p. Answered June 14.* 95, 68
1780 Washington, George. Heights above Springfield [New
JUNE 8 Jersey]. To the Board of War [Philadelphia].
Need of Major [Henry J Lee s corps in the Jerseys.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. V, pt. II, 55
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 8 [Springfield]. Complaints against [Lt. ] Col. [Lud-
owick] Weltner; case of Capt. [Isaac] Coren. L. S.
of Richard Peters. 1 p. Answered June 14.*
95, 69
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To [the President of
JUNE 10 Congress, Philadelphia]. Advance of the British
into New Jersey. Draft. 2pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
May 13. A. V, pt. II, 57
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7, 75.
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To [the Committee
JuNE n of Cooperation, Morristown]. Necessity of exer
tion on part of states. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. A. V, pt. II, 59
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 8,310.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 429
1780 Connolly, John. [Lancaster? Pennsylvania.] To the Board
JUNE 11 of War [Philadelphia]. Requesting leave to go
into New York. A. L. S. 1 p. Enclosed in
Board of War to Washington, 1780, June 13.
94, 83
1780 Knyphausen, Wilhelm, Baron von. [New York.] To
JUNE 11 George Washington [Springfield, New Jersey].
Appointment of Commissaries of Prisoners;
Lewis Pintard. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Aug. 24. C. C. 152, 9, 123
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To [the Committee
JUNE 12 of Cooperation, Morristown]. Action of states
in filling their battalions. Draft. Ip. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. A. V, pt. II, 63
Committee: Schuyler, Mathews and Peabody.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 12 [George] Washington [Springfield]. British in
Jersey; Pennsylvania militia; intelligence. L. S.
of Samuel Huntington. 2 pp. Answered June
20.* 95, 74
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JUNE 12 quarters. Morristown. Circular letter to the
States. Pressing need of troops. Contemporary
copy. Attested by Abraham Brasher. Trans
mitted to Washington. 3 pp. 95, 72
Committee: Schuyler, Mathews and Peabody.
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 12 [Springfield]. Lee s corps; Philadelphia city
troop of cavalry. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert.
2 pp. Answered June 16.* 95, 70
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Curtailment of supply and
JUNE 12 forage issues; money value of ration. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1780, June 12. 95, 88.
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To the Committee of
JUNE 13 Cooperation [Morristown]. System proposed for
the Quartermaster s Department. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt, II, 65
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To [George]
JUNE 13 Washington [Springfield]. Transmitting resolve;
.surrender of Charleston. L. S. of Samuel Hunt
ing-ton. 2 pp. Answered June 20.* 95, 77
430 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Maj. Gen. [Horatio] Gates
JUNE 13 to command Southern Department. A. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington 1780, June 13.
95, 79
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 13 [Springfield]. Exchange of Lt. Col. [John] Con
nolly. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert. 1 p.
Answered June 16.* 95, 81
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To the Board of War
JUNE 14 [Philadelphia]. Agent for prisoners and other
minor military matters. Draft. 3pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. II, 67
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Powers of Maj. Gen. [Ho-
JUNE 14 ratio] Gates in command of Southern Department.
Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. ] p. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1780, June 15. 95, 87
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To [George]
JUNE 15 Washington [Springfield]. Transmitting resolves;
despatches from Charleston. L. S. of Samuel
Huntington. 2pp. Answered June 20.* 95,85
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To [the Board of War,
JUNE 16 Philadelphia]. Services of the city troop of horse;
paroled marine prisoners. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton and Richard Kid-
der Meade. A. V, pt. II, 71
1780 Henry, James. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
JUNE 16 [Springfield]. News from Virginia. A. L. S.
1 p. Answered June 29.* 38, 124
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Recalling Brig. Gen.
JUNE 16 [William] Weedon and Col. [Daniel] Morgan into
service. Contemporary copy attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1780, June 18. 95, 110
1780 Henry, James. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
JUNE 16 [Springfield], Transmitting intelligence. A. L. S.
1 p. Answered June 29.* 38, 124
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Virginia and North Caro-
JUNEI? Una militia. Contemporar} r copy attested by
Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1780, June 21. 95, 111
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 431
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 17 [Springfield]. Supplies for West Point. A. L. S.
of Timothy Pickering, jr. 1 p. Answered June
25.* 95, 93
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To [the President of
JUNE 18 Congress, Philadelphia]. Return of Sir Henry
Clinton to New York; pressing necessity of ex
ertions for men and supplies. Draft. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton and Tench
Tilghman. Read in Congress, June 20.
A. V, pt. II, 73
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JuNEl8 [George Washington Springfield]. Transmit
ting a resolve. A. L. S. of Samuel Huntington.
1 p. Answered June 25 * 95, 109
1780 Schuyler, Ph[ilip John]. Philadelphia. To [George]
JUNE 18 Washington [Springfield]. Transportation for
supplies; reenforcements; negligence of States;
Pennsylvania; Robert Morris and the Philadel
phia merchants; Congress and Virginia corn;
command to the Southward and defeat of Col.
[Abraham] Beaufort [Buford]. A. L. S. 7 pp.
38, 71
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To the Committee of
JUNE 19 Cooperation [Morristown]. Lack of information
of aid to be given by States; cooperation with
French. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Rob
ert Hanson Harrison. A. V, pt. 77
Printed; Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890, 8, 316, note.
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JUNE 19 quarters. Morristown. Circular letter to the
States. Urging men and supplies for coopera
tion with the French. Contemporary copy at
tested by Abraham Brasher. 2 pp. Transmitted
to Washington. 95, 100
The original was signed by Mathews and Peabody.
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Equipping and mounting
JUNE 19 Baylor s dragoons; Lee s infantry. Contempo-
r&ry copy, attested by Charles Thomson. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1780, June 21. 95, 111
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
J UNE 19 [Springfield]. Imprisonment of Capt. [Benja
min?] Joel; agents for prisoners. A. L. S. of
432 LIBEAKY OF CONGRESS
Timothy Pickering, jr. 2 pp. Answered June
25.* 95, 98
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JuNE20 quarters. Morristown. To Gov. Jonathan Trum-
bull [Lebanon]. Brig. Gen. [Samuel Holden]
Parsons and recruiting in Connecticut. Contem
porary copy, attested by Al. Brasher. 1 p.
Transmitted to Washington. 95, 106
The original was signed by Mathews and Peabody.
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To the President of
JuNE 20 Congress [Philadelphia]. Cooperation with the
French; lack of supplies, clothing; mutiny at
Fort Schuyler; enemy s movements. Draft. 6
pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. A. V, pt. II, 81
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 315.
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To [the Committee of
JUNE 20 Cooperation, Morristown]. Recruits from Con
necticut. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. A. V, pt. II, 87
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JuNE 20 [Springfield], Lt. Connolly Coan s application.
A. L. S. of William Gray son. 1 p. Answered
June 25.* 95, 104
1780 Washington, George. Springfield. To [the Board of
JUNE 21 War, Philadelphia]. Infantry of Maj. [Henry]
Lee s corps to be ordered to the arm} 7 . Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt. II, 89
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JuNE 21 [George] Washington [Springfield]. Transmit
ting resolves; a flairs in the South. L. S. of
Samuel Huntington. 2pp. Answered June 25.*
94, 10T
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Fulfillment of requisitions
JUNE 21 by the states. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1780, June 25.
95, 133
1780 Delaware, House of Representatives. Resolve respecting
JUNE 21 supplies for the army. Contemporary copy, at-
Attested by Abraham Brasher. 1 p. Trans
mitted to Washington by the Committee of Co
operation. 95, 113
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 433
1780 Loring, Joshua. New York. To [Abraham] Skinner
JUNE 21 [Springfield, New Jersey]. Exchange of prison
ers. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In hand
writing of David Humphreys. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress. 1780,
Aug. 24. C. C. 152, 9, 105
1780 Lincoln, Benjamin. Philadelphia. To [Congress?, Phila-
JUNE 22 delphia]. Exchange of prisoners. Contempo
rary extract of letter. 1 p. Enclosed in Presi
dent of Congress to Washington, 1780, June 22.
95, 135
1780 Livingston, Robert R. Trenton. To [George] Washing-
JuNE 22 ton [near Rockaway Bridge]. Supplies for army
and means of forwarding same; command of
West Point; [Maj.] Gens. [Robert] Howe and
[Benedict] Arnold. A. L. S. 3 pp. 38, 191
1780 Nicola, Lewis [Philadelphia.] To the Board of War
JUNE 22 [Philadelphia]. Information of Capt. [Benja
min?] Joel. Contempory copy. 1 p. En
closed in Board of War to Washington, 1780,
July 11. 95, 116
1780 Rodney, Caesar. Dover [Delaware]. To the Committee
JUNE 22 of Congress [Morristown]. Efforts of State to
comply with requisitions of Congress. Contem-
porar} r copy made and attested b} r Abraham
Brasher. Transmitted to Washington by the
Committee of Cooperation. 95, 114
1780 Washington, George. Rockaway [New Jersey]. To [the
JUNE 23 Committee of Cooperation, Morristown]. En
emy s strength; need of wagons to remove stores;
call for recruits from the states. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt. II, 91
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Inquiry into loss of
JUNE 23 Charleston and Maj. Gen. [Benjamin] Lincoln s
conduct. Contemporary copy, attested by Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington 1780, June 25. 95, 131
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JUNE 23 quarters. Morristown. Circular to States. Need
of troops; [special paragraph to Pennsylvania
and New Jersey on] need of teams to remove
28632 Ofi 28
434 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
stores. Contemporary cop} . 2 pp. Enclosed
in Committee to Washington, 1TSO, June 24.
92, 231)
The original letter was signed by Mathews and Peabody.
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JuNE 23 (quarters. Morristown. Circular letter to the
States. Urging sending forward of men and
supplies; teams for removal of stores. Contem
porary copy ; attested by Abraham Brasher. 2 pp.
Transmitted to Washington. 95, 121
The paragraph relating to teams was inserted only in letter sent to
Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The original letter was signed by
Mathews and Peabody
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the Board of
JUNE 24 War [Philadelphia]. Commissions for the Artif
icer regiment. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, l3
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation. Morris-
JI-NK 24 town. To [George] Washington [Morristown].
Circular to states; removal of stores. A. L. S.
of Jno. Mathews and Nathl. Peabody. 1 p.
92, 240
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JUNE 24 [Whippany, New Jersey]. Case of [Brig.] Gen.
[William] Woodford. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stod-
dert. 1 p. Answered July 5.* 95, 124
1780 Clinton, George. Kingston [New York]. To the Com-
JuNE24 mittee [of Cooperation, Morristown]. Exertions
of New York to comply with requisitions for men
and supplies. Contemporary copy, 3 pp. Trans
mitted to Washington. 95, 127
"Letter was addressed to Schuyler, Mathews and Peabody.
1780 Washington, George. Whippany [New Jersey]. To [the
JUNE 25 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Burning
of Springfield by the enemy; designs against
West Point. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress, June
29. Referred to Committee of Intelligence.
A. V, pt. II, 95
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1890. 8, 320.
1780 Washington, George. Whippany. To the Board of War
JUNE 25 [Philadelphia]. Stores at West Point and Fish-
kill; prisoners and minor matters. Draft. 3pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. II, 97
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 435
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JUNE 25 [George] Washington [Whippany, New Jerse} T ],
Transmitting resolves and papers. L. S. of
Samuel Huntington. 2pp. Acknowledged July
6,* answered July 10.* 95, 129
1780 Greene, W[illiam]. Providence. To Committee of CO-
JUNE 25 operation [Morristown]. Efforts of Rhode Island
to furnish men and supplies. Contemporary copy
made and attested by Abraham Brasher. 1 p.
Transmitted to Washington. 95, 123
1780 Washington, George. Ramapaugh [New Jersey]. To the
JUNE 27 Committee of Cooperation, Morristown. Mary
land s attempt to raise an additional battalion;
designs of the energy. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
1780 A. V, pt. II, 101
Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head
quarters. Morristown. To Daniel of St. Thomas
Jenifer and Josiah Beall, Annapolis, Maryland.
Maryland s propositions respecting the requisi
tions; necessities of the case. Contemporary
copy, made and attested by Abraham Brasher.
2 pp. Transmitted to Washington. 95, 139
1780 Livingston, William. Turkey [New Jersey]. To[theCom-
JUNE 28 mittee of Congress, Morristown]. Measures of
New Jersey to comply with the requisition for
men and supplies. Contemporary copy, made
and attested by Abraham Brasher. 1 p. Trans
mitted to Washington. 95, 137
1780 Washington, George. Ramapaugh. To [Robert R. Liv-
JuxE29 ingston, Philadelphia]. Removal of stores; com
mand of West Point. Auto, draft. 2 pp.
A. V, pt. II, 103
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 8,326.
1780 Washington, George. Ramapaugh. To James Henry
JUNE 29 [Philadelphia]. Impossibility of detaching troops
to southward. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
James McIIenry. A. V, pt. II, 105
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JuNE 30 quarters. Morristown. To [George] Washing
ton [Ramapaugh]. The circular letter to States.
L. S. of Jno. Mathews and Nathl. Peabody. 1 p.
92, 2M
436 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Ely, John and Others. Long Island. To [George] Wash-
JUNESO ington [Ramapaugh, New Jersey]. Their ex
change. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of David Humphreys. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Aug. 24. C. C. 152, 9, 113
[1780] Jones, Joseph. [Philadelphia.] To [George Washington,
[JUNE] Morristown]. State of the finances; new bills;
relinquishment of power by Congress to the
States; prevalent fear of offending States; exer
tions of the Philadelphia merchants and bankers
to supply army; reinforcements for the south.
A. L. S. 3 pp. 38, 308
1780 Washington, George. Bergen County [New Jersey]. To
JULY 4 the Board of War [Philadelphia]. Brig. Gen.
[Henry] Knox s estimate of artillery stores wanted
for coming campaign. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. A. V, pt. II, 107
1780 Virginia, Officers of the Line. Return of Continental offi-
JULY 4 cers now in Virginia Tabular statement. 2 pp.
In handwriting of James McHenry. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1780, July 22. C. C. 152, 9, 51
1780 Washington, George. Near Passaic Falls [New Jersey].
JULY 5 To [the Board of War, Philadelphia]. Commis
sions in the New Jersey line; minor matters.
Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. V, pt. II, 109
1780 Washington, George. [Near Passaic Falls.] To Sir Henry
JULY 5 Clinton [New York]. Transmitting copy of his
letter to Baron von Knyphausen. Contempo-
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress 1780, Aug. 24. C.C. 152, 9, 125
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JULY 5 quarters. Morristown. To [George] Washing
ton [near Passaic Falls]. Transmitting letters.
L. S. of Jno. Mathews and Nathl. Peabody.
1 p. 92, 261
1780 Washington, George. Near Passaic Falls. To the Presi-
JULY 6 dent of Congress [Philadelphia]. Movements of
enemy; failure of the recruiting; news from
Europe. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. V, pt. II, 113
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 437
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness, New Jersey.] To the
JULY 6 Board of War [Philadelphia]. Need of arms.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. A. V, pt. II, 115
1780 Anonymous. Martinique. Intelligence of French expedi-
JULY 7 tion against Jamaica. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washington,
1780, Aug. 7. 95, 234
1780 Washington, George. Col. Dey s, Bergen County [Preak-
JULY 8 ness]. To [the Board of War, Philadelphia].
Need of shot and shells. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of James McHenry. A. V, pt. II, 117
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
[Preakness]. Commission for Maj. [John] Jame
son. A. L. S. of William Grayson. 2 pp. An
swered July 15.* 95, 143
1780 Washington, George. Near Passaic [Preakness]. To [the
JULY 10 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Inquiry
into Maj. Gen. [Benjamin] Lincoln s conduct; ex
change of prisoners. Draft. 4 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, July 17. Referred to Bee, Lovell and
Scott. A. V, pt. II, 119
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 338.
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To the President of
JULY 10 Congress [Philadelphia]. Association of mer
chants to supply the army ; need of tents. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read
in Congress, July 13. Referred, part to Commit
tee to confer with inspectors and directors of
proposed bank, remainder to delegates New
Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and
Connecticut. A. V, pt. II, 123
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 336.
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JuLY 10 quarters. Preakness. To Philadelphia citizens.
Need of flour and tents. Contemporary copy.
1 p. Transmitted to Washington. 95, 147
The original letter was signed by Schuyler and Peabody.
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JULY 10 quarters. Preakness. Circular letter to Dela
ware, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Virginia.
Forming magazine of short forage in vicinity of
Hudson river. Contemporary copy. Ip. Trans
mitted to Washington. 95, 148
438 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JULY 10 quarters. Preakness. To the President of Con
gress [Philadelphia]. Forage and tents; flour;
sand bags and knapsacks; quartermaster general s
department. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Trans
mitted to Washington. 95, 149
The original letter of this and the preceding entry was signed by
Schuyler and Peabody.
1780 Board of Admiralty. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
JULY 11 ington [Preakness]. Capt. [Abraham] Van Dyke
to command marines; Madeira wine. L. 8. of
Francis Lewis. 2 pp. Answered July 18.*
92, 265
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
JULY 11 [Preakness]. Difficulties in procuring ordnance
supplies; shot, shell and powder. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 3 pp. Answered July 18.*
95, 117
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] Return of ordnance stores
JULY 11 on hand and demanded by [Brig.] Gen. [Henry]
Knox. A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 2 pp.
Transmitted to Washington. 95, 119
1780 Board of War. Philadelphia. Proceedings. Report on a
JULY 11 system of promotion in the Army. Contem
porary copy, made and attested by Benjamin
Stoddert. 2 pp. Enclosed in Board of War to
Washington, 1780, July 28. 95, 208
1780 Continental Army, General officers. Preakness. Memo-
JULY 11 rial to Congress [Philadelphia]. Distresses of
army; depreciation of pay; pensions. Contem
porary copy. 4: pp. Signed by Greene, Stirling
and Wayne with copies of 12 other signatures.
Transmitted to Washington. 95, 152
1780 [Greene, Nathanael and Others.] Preakness. To [Com-
JULY 11 mitteeof Cooperation, Preakness]. Transmitting
copy of memorial to Congress. A. L. of Greene.
1 p. Transmitted to Washington. Signatures
are missing. 95, 151
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To Abraham Skinner
JULY 12 [Preakness]. Exchange of prisoners; officers,
etc. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Richard Kidd< j r Meade. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Aug. 24. C. C. 152, 9, 109
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 439
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To the Committee of
JULY 13 Cooperation [Preakness]. Report of arrival of
the French; need of reenforcements. Draft. 2
pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt. II, 125
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 344,
note.
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JULY 13 quarters. Preakness. To Prest. Joseph Reed
[Philadelphia]. Negligence of Pennsylvania; urg
ing compliance with requisitions. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. Transmitted to Washington.
95, 154
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JrLY 13 quarters. Preakness. To the President of Con
gress [Philadelphia]. Pennsylvania s inattention
and negligence. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
Transmitted to Washington. 95, 156
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JuLY 13 quarters. Preakness. Circular letter to the
States. Urging fulfilment of requisitions. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. Transmitted to Wash
ington. 95, 158
The originals of this and the two preceding entries were signed by
Sohuyler and Peabody.
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To the President
JULY 14 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Arrival of French
at Xewport ; Inspector-General s department.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Read in Congress, July IT.
A. V, pt. II, 12T
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 8,343.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 14 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Exchange
of Brig. Gen. Duportail. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 15, 51
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To [the President
JULY 15 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Need of hospital
supplies. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, July 18.
Referred to Medical Committee.
A. V, pt. II, 141
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To [the President
JuLYl5 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Arrival of Ad
miral Graves s squadron; relative strength of
440 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
French and English. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress,
July 18. A. V, pt. II, 139
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To the President
JULY 15 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Result of court
martial of Dr. [William] Shippen [jr.]. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Har
rison. A. V, pt. II, 143
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To the Board of
JULY 15 War [Philadelphia]. Promotion of Maj.
[John] Jameson. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. II, 145
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 15 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Arrival of
French fleet; tents. L. S. of Samuel Hunting-
ton. 1 p. 95, 159
1780 Putnam, Israel. Peekskill. To [the Board of War,
JULY 16 Philadelphia]. Returns of troops and stores.
Contemporary cop} 7 . Transmitted to Washing
ton. 95, 194
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To the Board of
JULY 17 War [Philadelphia]. Promotions in the Jersey
regiments. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. A. V, pt. II, 147
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
JULY 17 ton [Preakness]. Brevet to Marquis de Vienne.
A. L. S. of Timothy Pickering, jr. 1 p.
95, 164
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
JULY 17 ton [Preakness]. Application for arms and
cartouche boxes. A. L. S. of William Grayson.
2 pp. 95^ 1G6
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To the Committee
JULY 18 [of Cooperation], in camp. Claim of Connecti
cut and Massachusetts to certain of the Addi
tional Continental regiments. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. II, 149
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To the Board of
JULY 18 War [Philadelphia]. Danger of failure of co
operative plans from lack of supplies. Draft,
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt. II, 151
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French flc.et: te:its. i l -
toit. 1 p.
1780 Putnam, Israel. IV-kskill. To
JULY 16 riiil:uk-lphiji|. Rotui ,
Contemporary i.-opy. I r; -^
ton.
1780 Washing^. M ^0)JVT H ^WB T i ^ O r/1 1 T m
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1780
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A f,. >. of 1 ;lll-
1780 Board of War : rinuulclphiu. j To j < Joorge] Wi
ton [Preakness]. Application for
cartouche hoxrs. A. L, s. < , \\ ijliani (>
2 pp.
1780 Washing-ton, (ioor^e. [PreakiH ^. I o the Con
J "LY is I of Cooperation], in camp. !}ji::i <>
cut and Massachusetts lo re (mn of the
tional Continental refill! -:! .
In handwriting of Kolx-n !I. <>. H:ir-n
A \ . pi
1780 Washington. George. Preakness. i < .Kuard of
JrLY is War [Philadelphia]. .D.injyo. F.-filuro of co
operative plans from lac!- oi -i.i.piio-.. i.;r:iM.
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1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To the Board of
JULY 18 Admiralty [Philadelphia]. Case of Capt.
[Abraham] Van Dyke. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 151a
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JULY 1: quarters. Preakness. To the President [of
Congress, Philadelphia]. Cooperation with the
French; history of the Committee s efforts and
exertions; efforts of the states; the present situ
ation ; stores ; difficulties in the army ; subsist
ence of officers; foreigners; estimates of sup
plies ; forage ; complaint of Pennsylvania ; oper
ations of commander in chief limited to United
States. Contemporary copy by Abraham Bra
sher. 14 pp. Transmitted to Washington.
95, 168
The original letter was signed by Schuyler and Peabody.
1780 Washington, George. Bergen County. To Maj. Gen.
JULY 19 [Nathanael] Greene [Preakness]. Arrival of
French at Newport; supplies for campaign.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp.. Transmitted to
Congress. 95, 175
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 349.
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Returns from Maj. Gen.
JULY 19 [Israel] Putnam. Contemporary copy made
and attested by Richard Peters. Transmitted
to Washington. 95, 19 i
1780 Clinton, [Sir] H[enry]. [New York.] To [George]
JULY 19 Washington [Preakness]. Appointment of
agents for prisoners. Contemporary copy. 1
p. In handwriting of George Lewis? En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Aug. 24. C. C. 152, 9, 127
1780 Loring, Joshua. New York. To [Abraham] Skinner
JULY 19 [Preakness, New Jersey]. Negotiations for ex
change of prisoners. Contemporary copy. 2
pp. In handwriting of David Humphreys. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Aug. 24. C. C. 152, 9, 111
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To [the President
JULY 20 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Force of the
French. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
James McHenry. Read in Congress, July 24.
A. V, pt, II, 155
442 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To [the President
JULY 20 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Resignation of
Brig. Gen. [William] Maxwell. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress July 25. Referred to Board
of War. A. V, pt. II, 15?,,
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JULY 20 quarters. Preakness. To [George] Washing
ton [Preakness]. Clothing of troops. L. S. of
Ph. Schuyler and Xathl. Peabody. 1 p.
92,, 270
[1780] G-reene, Xathanael. Estimate of teams necessary for
[JULY 20] transportation between Trenton and Dobbs
Ferry. D. S. 2 pp. Transmitted to Washing
ton by the Committee of Cooperation at Head
quarters. Copy sent Congress July 23. 95, 179
1780 Greene, Xathanael. Preakness. To the Committee of
JULY 20 Cooperation [Preakness]. Teams required for
transporting stores; money necessary. L. S.
3 pp. Transmitted to Washington, and copy
sent Congress. 95, 181
1780 Maxwell, William. Preakness. To [George] Washing-
JULY 20 on [Preakness]. Resignation. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1780, July 20.
C. C. 152, 9. 37
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JULY 21 quarters. Preakness. To Maj. Gen. [Xathan
ael] Greene [Preakness]. Problem of transpor
tation of stores ; requisitions on the States. Auto,
draft signed by Schuyler and signed also by him
for Peabody. C pp. Transmitted to Washing
ton and copy sent Congress, July 23. 95, 183
1780 Greene, Xath[anael]. Preakness. To Committee of CO-
JULY 21 operation [Preakness]. Transportation of sup
plies. L. S. 2 pp. Transmitted to Wash
ington, and copy sent Congress. 95, 18G
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To [the President of
JULY 22 Congress, Philadelphia]. Xecessity of exertion
on part of States in furnishing supplies, forage
and transportation. Draft. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Con-
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 443
gress July 31. Referred to S. Adams, McKean,
Sherman, Laurens, and Clark. A. V, pt. II, 161
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 354.
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To [the President of
Jt- LY 22 Congress, Philadelphia]. Troops to be raised
by Virginia and arrangement of officers; ex
change of Duportail. Draft. .3 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in
Congress, July 26. Referred to Board of War.
" Nothing to be done by the Board."
A. V, pt. II, 1ST
[1780] [Washington, George.] [Preakness.] Arrangement of
[JULY 22?] Virginia officers for the 5,000 drafts to be raised.
4 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1780, July 22. C. C. 152, 9, 53
1780 Washington, George. To Joseph Jones [Philadelphia].
JULY 22 Promotion [of Col. Daniel Morgan] ; case of
[Maj. Gen. Adam] Stephen [Britain s naval
power and resources compared with France and
Spain s]. Auto, draft signed. 3 pp.
P. II, 135
The part in brackets was supplied, in accordance with note in the
above entry, from a letter to Joseph Reed, 1780, May 25, not included
in this calendar.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 356 and 294.
[1780] Gist, Nathaniel. [Preakness?] Return of officers of
[JULY 22?] regiment. 1 p. In handwriting of David Hum
phreys. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1780, July 22. C. C. 152, 0, 57
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JULY 23 quarters. Preakness. To [the President of
Congress, Philadelphia]. Memorial of General
Officers to Congress; papers respecting trans
portation of stores ; exertions of Xew Jersey, New
Hampshire, and Maryland; miscellaneous ar
rangements. Auto, draft signed of Schuyler
and signed also by him for Mathews and Pea-
body. 5 pp. Transmitted to Washington.
95, 188
1780 [Washington, George.] [Preakness.] To [Abraham
Ji LY24 Skinner, Preakness]. Negotiations and basis
for exchange of prisoners. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder
444 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Meade. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1780, Aug. 24.
C. C. 152, 9, 115
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Procuring shot and shell.
JULY 24 Contemporary copy, attested by Charles Thom
son. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1780, July 26. 95, 203
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Procuring shot and shell.
JuLY24 A. D. S. of George Bond. Enclosed in Board
of War to Washington, 1780, July 27. 95, 207
1780 Board of War. Estimate of supplies for service of cannon
JULY 24 and mortars. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of War
to Washington, 1780, July 27. 95, 209
1780 Board of War. Return of shells, shot and powder in pos-
^ ULY 2 session the United States ; deficiencies. Tabu
lar statement. A. D. of Richard Peters. 1 p.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1780,
July 27. 95, 210
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Money for procuring shot
JrLY 25 and shell. A. D. S. of George Bond. Enclosed
in Board of War to Washington, 1780, July 27.
95^, 207
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Election of Charles Pet-
JuLY 25 tit Asst. Quartermaster-General; resignation of
Brig. Gen. William Maxwell. Contemporary
copy attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington.
1780, July 26. 95, 201
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To [the President of
JULY 26 Congress, Philadelphia]. Waj^ne s attack on
block house at Bergen Point. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Referred
to Committee of Intelligence. A. V, pt. II. 165
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To Maj. Gen. Xa-
JuLY26 thanael Greene [Preakness]. Transmitting plan
for conducting the Quartermaster-General s De
partment. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of George Lewis ? Transmitted to Con
gress. C. C. 152, 9, 59
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To Sir Henry Clin-
26 ton [New York]. Appointment of agents for
prisoners. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 445
Washington to the President of Congress, 17SO,
Aug. 24. C. C. 152, 9, 129
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] Propositions re-
JULY 26 specting agents to be appointed for prisoners ;
duties, powers. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Aug. 24. C. C. 152, 9, 131
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JULY 26 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Transmit
ting resolves; naval cooperation with the
French. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 2 pp.
Answered Aug. 3.* 95, 197
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Naval cooperation with
JuLY 26 the French. Contemporary copy, attested by
Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1780, July 26.
95, 199
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To the President of
JULY 27 Congress [Philadelphia]. Enemy s intentions
against the French at Rhode Island. Draft. 1
p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read
in Congress, July 29. A. V, pt. II, 167
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Cooperation at Head-
JL T LY 27 quarters. Preakness. To the President of Con
gress [Philadelphia]. Resignation of the Quar
termaster-General [Ma j . Gen. Nathanael
Greene] . Contemporary copy of L. S. of Schuy-
ler, Matthews and Peabody. 1 p. Transmitted
to Washington. 95, 204
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
J LY 27 ton [Preakness]. Ordnance stores; furnaces;
powder supply; stores for French. A. L. S. of
Timothy Pickering, jr. 3 pp. Answered Aug.
3.* 95, 206
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George Washing-
JuLv28 ton, Preakness]. Difficulties in arrangement of
the Jersey Line. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p.
Answered Aug. 14.* 95, 204
1780 Forrest, U[riah]. Annapolis [Maryland]. Court-mar-
JULY 28 tial o f a recruiting officer. A. L. S. 1 p. En
closed in Board of War to Washington, 1780,
Aug. 9. 95, 245
446 LIBEAKY OF CONGRESS
1780 Washington, George. Paramus [Xew Jersey]. To [the
Jn.Y 30 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Difficul
ties in the Quartermaster-General s Department.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Read in Congress,Aug. 1. Referred
to Henry. McKean, Ward, J. Jones and Inger-
sol. A. V, pt. II, 169
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 363.
1780 Washing-ton, George. [Preakness.] Plan for establish-
JULY meiit of the Inspector-General s Department.
Officers and their duties. Draft. 10 pp. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1T80, July 14. Read in Congress, July 17.
" To be considered on Thursday next."
A. V, pt. II, 133
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Removing restriction on
AUG. 2 Commander-in-chief. Contemporary copy, at
tested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Aug. 3. 95, 221
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
Arc;. 2 ton [Peekskill, New York]. Location of maga
zines. A. L. S. of William Grayson. 1 p.
Answered Aug. 14.* 95, 218
1780 Pennsylvania, Council. Proceedings on case of sundry
AUG. 2 artificers of Capt. [Isaac] Coren s company :
recommendations. A. D. S. of James Trimble.
4 pp. Enclosed in Board of War to Washing
ton, 1780, Aug. 14. 95, 254
1780 Washington, George. Peekskill [New York]. To the
AUG. 3 President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Move
ments of army in consequence of Sir Henry
Clinton s actions. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Congress,
Aug. 7. A. V, pt. II, 171
1780 Washington, George. Peekskill. To the Board of War
AuG - 3 [Philadelphia]. Great need of shot, shells and
artillery stores. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 173
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 3 [George] Washington [Peekskill]. Transmit
ting resolve. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p.
Answered Aug. 20.* 95, 219
COKRESPONDENCE OF GEOEGE WASHINGTON 447
1780 Loring, Joshua. Xew York. To [Abraham] Skinner
AUG. 4 [Peekskill?]. Exchange of Duportail; Maj.
Gen. (Benjamin] Lincoln s case; negotiations.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress. 1780, Aug. 24.
C. C. 152, 9, 133
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 5 [George] Washington [Peekskill]. Transmit
ting resolves; cooperative measures with the
French; requisitions on States. L. S. of Samuel
Huntington. 2 pp. Answered Aug. 20.*
95, 228
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Election of Timothy Pick-
AUG. 5 ering [jr.] Quartermaster General. Contempo
rary copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1780, Aug. 5. 95, 224
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Attempt on British in
AUG. 5 South Carolina and Georgia ; cooperation with
French or Spanish; Virginia recruits. Contem
porary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
2 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington 1780, Aug. 5. 95, 22C>
1780 Washington, George. [On march toward Kings bridge,
Aro. 6 Xew York.] To [the Board of Admiralty,
Philadelphia]. Command of the Continental
frigates. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. A. V, pt. II. 175
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing
AUG. 6 ton [en route to Tappan]. Supplies to be fur
nished by James White; field armourer. A. L.
S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. 95, 230
1780 Prisoners, American. State of, at Charleston, South
Aufl - 6 Carolina. Transcript. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1780, Dec. 8.
C. C. 169, 7, 357
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AuG - 7 [George] Washington [near Clarkstown, Xew
York]. Transmitting intelligence of French
troops from Martinique. L. S. of Samuel Hunt
ington. 1 p. Answered Aug. 20.* 95, 232
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Exchange of officers; sub-
AuG - 7 sistence and clothing for officers in hands of the
448 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
enemy; commissary of prisoners within enemy s
lines; volunteer cavalry in the south. Contem
porary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
3 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington 1780, Aug. 9. 95, 241
1780 Reed, Joseph. Philadelphia. To the President of Con-
AUG. 7 gress [Philadelphia]. Transmitting papers re
specting artificers. L. S. 1 p. Read in Con
gress, Aug. 9. Referred to Board of War. En
closed in Board to Washington, 1780, Aug. 14.
95, 252
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
AUG. 8 ton [Tappan, New York]. Supplies for the
army; clothing. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
2 pp. Answered Aug. 14.* 95, 236
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
AUG. 8 ton [Tappan]. Case of Lts. [Samuel] Leonard,
[John] Thompson and Ensign [John}] Law
rence. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert. 1 p.
Answered Aug. 14.* 95, 237
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Report of Board of War
AUG. 8 on pensioning of officers. Contemporary copy.
attested by Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Aug. 9. 95, 243
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 9 [George] Washington [Tappan]. Transmit
ting resolves; exchange of officers; subsistence
of American prisoners; volunteer light-horse in
the south. L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 3 pp.
Answered Aug. 24.* 95, 239
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
AUG. 9 ton [Tappan]. Transmitting letter of Lt. Col.
TJ[riah] Forrest. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stod
dert. 1 p. Answered Aug. 31.* 95, 245
1780 Skinner, Abraham. [Tappan, New York.] To [George]
AUG. 9 Washington [Tappan]. Exchange negotiations.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1780, Aug. 24.
C. C. 152, 9, 117
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Reimbursement of officers
AUG. 12 depreciated pay. A. D. S. of George Bond.
1 p. Transmitted to Washington. 95, 247
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 449
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Memorial of the General
AUG. 12 Officers. Reimbursement for depreciated pay;
rations; land gratuities. Contemporary copy,
attested by Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed
in President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Aug. 28. Published to Army in General Orders
of Sept. 5. 95, 249
1780 W[ashingto]n. G[eorge]. Orangetown [New Jersey].
-^-G. 13 To [Joseph Jones, Philadelphia]. [Maj.] Gen.
[Xathanael] Greene s resignation as Quarter
master General; contemplated action of Con
gress. Auto, draft signed. 3 pp. Part in
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
P. II, 141
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 378.
1780 Washington, George. Orangetown. To the Board of
AuG - 14 War [Philadelphia]. Supplies needed and
minor matters. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 177
1780 Board of Admiralty. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
AUG. 14 Ington [Xewburgh]. Movements of the Conti
nental frigates. L. S. of Francis Lewis. 1 p.
92, 280
1780 Eoard of War. [Philadelphia.] Return of military stores
AUG. 14 furnished the 2d Delaware Regiment. A. D. S.
of Joseph Carleton. 1 p. Enclosed in Board of
War to Washington, 1780, Aug. 14. 95, 261
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington
AUG. 14 [Orangetown]. Annexing companies to Proc
ter s regiment: arms of Delaware levies. L. S.
of William Grayson. 1 p. 95, 251
1780 Washington, George. Orangetown. To the Board of
AUG. 15 Admiralty [Philadelphia]. Frigates for use of
the French. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 179
1780 Elaine, Ephraim. Tappan [New York]. To [George]
AUG - !5 Washington [Orangetown]. Exhausted maga
zines; lack of supplies; new commissaries.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1780, Aug. 17.
C. C. 152, 9, 73
28632 06 29
450 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Sumter, Thomas. Wateree Ferry [South Carolina]. To
AUG. 15 [Maj.] Gen. [Horatio] Gates [near Camclen].
Seizure of the Wateree fords. Contemporary
copy by Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1780,
Aug. 31. 95, 289
1780 Washington, George. Orangetown. To [the Committee
AUG. 17 of Cooperation, in camp]. Deficiencies of
states in supplying troops; lack of provisions,
forage. Draft. pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. A. V, pt. II, 181
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 3S3.
1780 Continental Congress, Order. Release of Dr. W[illiam]
AUG. 18 Shippen [jr.] from arrest. A. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1780, Aug. 24. 95, 275
1780 Continental Congress, Committee of Co-operation at Head-
AUG. 19 quarters. Tappan. Circular letter to the States.
Urging action ; deficiency in men, supplies etc.
Contemporary copy. 5 pp. In handwriting of
Abraham Brasher. Transmitted to Washington.
95, 267
1780 Washington, George. Orangetown. To [the President of
AUG. 20 Congress, Philadelphia]. Lack of supplies;
militia ; necessity of a draft ; Continental money ;
promotions, half pay, etc. Draft. 13 pp. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read in
Congress, Aug. 28. Referred to Adams, J. Jones,
McKean, Scott and Cornell. A. V. pt. II. 187
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1S90. 8, 386.
1780 Gates, Horatio. Hillsborough [Xorth Carolina]. To
AUG. 20 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. De
feat at Camclen. Contemporary copy, by Charles
Thomson. 4 pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1780. Aug. 31. 95,287
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Punishment for destruc-
AUG. 22 tion, embezzlement etc. of military stores. Con
temporary copy, attested by Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress, 1780,
Aug. 24. Published in Genl. Orders, Sept. C>.
95, 273
[1780] [Adams, John.] [Amsterdam.] To [the President of
[AUG. 23] Congress, Philadelphia]. Prosecution of War
on the part of Britain. [Extract of letter.]
COERESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 451
1 p. In handwriting of Charles Thomson. En
dorsed by Charles Morse : " For Genl. Washing
ton." Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1781, Jan. 2. 97, 278
1780 Washington, George. " Miles from F. Lee. [Teaneck,
Arci. 24 New Jersey.] To [the President of Congress,
Philadelphia]. Exchange of officers; Commis
sary of prisoners in New York; lack of meat.
Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Sept. 4.
A. V, pt. II, 201
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Arc;. 24 [George] Washington [Teaneck, New Jersey].
Transmitting resolves. L. S, of Samuel Hunt-
ington. 1 p. 95, 271
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Ration allowance of of-
AUG. 24 ficers; half-pay and pensions. Contemporary
copy, attested by Charles Thomson. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1780, Aug. 28. Published in Genl. Orders,
Sept. 5. 95, 283
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
Arc;. 25 ton [Teaneck]. Commissions for Moylan s and
Webb s regiments. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stod-
dert. 1 p. Answered Sept. 5.* 95, 277
1780 Washington, George. Near Liberty Pole [Tavern, Tea-
ALG - 2 ~ neck]. Circular letter to the States. Failure
of supplies; distress of army; urgency of case.
Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting
of David Humphreys. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1780, Aug. 28.
C. C. 152, 1), 143
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1S90. 8, 410.
1780 Washington, George. Liberty Pole [Tavern. Teaneck].
AI-G. 28 To the President of Congress [Philadelphia].
Lack of provisions; no hope of accomplishing
anything this campaign. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Read in
Congress Sept. 4. Referred to Committee on
letter of Aug. 20. A. V, pt. II, 205
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1S90. 8, 416.
1780 Washington, George. Liberty Pole. To Col. [William]
AUG. 28 Malcom, Dobbs Ferry. Ordering New York
brigade to Albany. L. S. 2 pp. In handwrit-
452 LIBRARY OF COXGRESS
ing of David Humphreys. Transmitted to Con
gress. C. C. 152, 9, 135
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AuG - 28 [George] Washington [Teaheck] . Transmitting
resolves; intelligence from the Southward. L.
S. of Samuel Huntingdon. 1 p. Answered Sept.
G.* 95, 281
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
AUG. 28 ton [Teaneck]. Lack of list of officers of the
army. A. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert. 2 pp.
Answered Sept. 5.* 95, -279
1780 Harrison, R[obert] H[anson]. Liberty Pole [Teaneck].
AUG. 29 To [the Board of War, Philadelphia]. Com
missions for officers. Auto draft. Signed. 1
p. A. V. pt. IT, 207
1780 Washington, George. " In the vicinity of Fort Lee "
AUG. 31 [Teaneck]. To the Board of War [Philadel
phia]. Minor military matters. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. II, 209
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
AUG. 31 [George] Washington [Teaneck]. Defeat of
Maj. Gen. [Horatio] Gates. L. S. of Samuel
Huntington. 2 pp. Answered Sep. 6.*
95, 285
1780 Board of Admiralty. [Philadelphia.] To [George]
AUG. 31 Washington [Teaneck]. Movements of Conti
nental frigates. Marine Committee Letter-book.
1780 Armstrong, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
Afo. 31 ington [Teaneck]. Xews from the West Indies
and the defeat at Camden. A. L. S. 2 pp.
41, 182
[1780] Jones, Joseph. [Philadelphia.] To [George Washing-
[AUG-] ton, Teaneck?]. Necessity of exertion in coop
erating with the French ; campaign in the south ;
conditions in that quarter; [Maj.] Gen. [Xa-
thanael] Greene and the Quartermaster s De
partment ; projection matters. A. L. S. 4 pp.
41, 192
[1780] Prisoners, British. Plan proposed for exchanging two
[AUG?] divisions of Convention troops. Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1780, Dec. 8. C. C. 169, 7, 357
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 453
1780 Washington, George. Hackensack Bridge [Xew Jersey].
SEP. 5 To [the Board of War. Philadelphia]. Resolu
tion of Congress of Aug. 12 respecting pay for
officers, land grants etc. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. II, 211
1780 Washington, George. Xear Hackensack Bridge. To the
<EP - 6 President of Congress [Philadelphia]. Reim
bursement of depreciated pay of officers; want
of meat. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Read in Congress,
Sep. 11. Referred to Committee on letter of
Aug. 20. A. V. pt. II, 213
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 421.
1780 Washington, George. [Hopper House,] Bergen County
SEP. 6 [Xew Jersey]. To the Board of War [Phila
delphia]. Maryland regiment ordered to the
Southward. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. if, 215
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP - 6 [George] Washington [Hopper House]. Trans
mitting resolve. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 15, 9G
1780 Jones, Joseph. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
^ EI> - 6 Hopper House]. Resignation [of Maj. Gen.
Xathanael Greene] and affairs of the Quarter
master s Department ; operations against Xew
York on the South ; permanent army ; Virginia s
Ohio lands. A. L. S. 4 pp. 41, 303
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
SEP. 7 ton [Hopper House]. Permission from British
to send shirts and provisions to American pris
oners at Charleston. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
1 p. Miscel.
1780 [Andre, John Lewis.] Xew York. To Col. [Elisha]
SEP. 7 Sheldon [Xew Salem, Xew York]. Requesting
permission to enter American lines. Signed:
John Anderson. In proceedings of trial of An
dre 1780, Sep. 29.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7, 522.
Washington, George. " Liberty Pole, Bergen County."
To [the President of Congress, Philadelphia].
Powers granted by resolution of Aug. 5; coop
eration with French. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Con-
454 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
gress Aug. 12. Referred to Committee on letter
of Aug. 20. A. V, pt. IT, 217
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1S90. 8, 425.
,1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 8 [George] Washington [Hopper House]. Trans
mitting intelligence from the South. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 15,5)0
1780 Howe, R|obert]. New Bridge [near Hackensack. Xew
SEP. 8 Jersey] . To [ George Washington, Tappan, Xew
York]. Resignation of Brig. Gen. [John]
Xixon. A. L. S. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1780, Sep. 0. Dated
in error Aug. 8. C. C. 152, 9. 159
1780 Uixon, John. Xew Bridge. To Maj. Gen. [Robert]
SKI J - 8 Howe [Xew Bridge]. Resignation. A. L. S.
1 p. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1780, Sep. 9. / C. C. 152, 9, 101
1780 Washington, George. [Hopper House,] Bergen County.
SEP. 9 To the President of Congress [Philadelphia].
Clothing for troops, and minor matters. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
Read in Congress Sep. 12. " What relates to.
clothing Referred to the board of War."
1780 Washington, George. [Hopper House.] To John Ma
HEP. 9 thews [Philadelphia]. Xew arrangement of the
Medical Line; names recommended. Draft. 2
pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. P. II, 151
Prink d: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 428.
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
SEP. 9 ton [Hopper House]. Papers to be sent to Brit
ish in Xew York; Lt. Connolty Coan. A. L. S.
of Benjamin Stoddert. 1 p. Answered Sep.
15.* Miscel.
1780 Washington, G[eorge]. " Xear Hackensac Xew Bridge."
SEP. 10 To the President of Congress [Philadelphia].
Salt beef taken in the Quebec ships. Auto, draft
signed. 1 p. Read in Congress. Sep. 14. Re
ferred to Board of War. A. Y, pt. IT, 221
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 12 [George] Washington [Hopper House]. Trans
mitting resolves; reenforcing Southern army.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 98
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 455
1780 Washington, George. [Hopper House] Bergen County.
SEP. 13 To [the President of Congress, Philadelphia].
Capt. Hendricks Solomon and the Stockbridge
Indians. Draft. Ip. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Referred to Board of War to take
order. A. V, pt. II, 223
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1837. 7,203.
17 Washington, George. [Hopper House.] To Xathaniel
SEP. 14 Peabody [Philadelphia]. Xews of sailing of a
French fleet for America. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of David Humphreys.
A.* V, pt. II, 225
1780 Forman, David. Freehold [New Jersey]. To [George
SEP. 14 Washington, Hackensack Bridge]. Arrival of
Admiral [George Bridges] Rodney at Sandy
Hook; troops for Xorth Carolina. Contempo
rary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress. 1780, Sep. 1G.
C. C. 152, 9, 179
1780 Washington, George. Xew Bridge [Hackensack]. To
SEP. 15 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. De
feat in Carolina [Camden] ; militia; supplies;
conference with Comte de Rochambeau. Draft.
3 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Read in Congress, Sep. 18. Referred to Com
mittee on letter of Aug. 20. A. V, pt. II, 227
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1890. 8,440.
1780 Washington, George. [Hackensack Bridge.] To [the
SEP. 15 Board of War. Philadelphia]. Clothing for
American prisoners of war; minor matters.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Han
son Harrison. A. V, pt. II, 231
1780 Washington, George. [Hackensack Bridge] Bergen
SEP. 15 County. To the Georgia delegates in Congress
[Philadelphia], Exchange of Lt. Thomas Mor
ris. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 233
Delegates: Walter, Telfair and Few.
1780 Mathews, John. Philadelphia. To [George Washing-
S EP - I 5 ton. Hackensack]. Xew arrangement of Hos
pital department; criticism of Congressional ac
tion; character of members; dilator} 7 tactics of
committee on Washington s letter. A. L. S. 4
pp. 42, 357
456 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Washington, George. New Bridge [Hackensack] . To
SEP. 16 the President of Congress [Philadelphia].
Transmitting intelligence. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Read in Con
gress, Sep. 18. A. V, pt. II, 235
1780 Washington, George. Bergen County. To Col. [Wil-
SEP. 16 liamj Malcom, Albany. Supplies for Fort
Schuyler. L. S. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Transmitted to Congress.
C. C. 152, 9, 181
1780 Contingent Congress, President. [Philadelphia.] To
SEP. 16 [George] Washington [Hopper House]. Trans
mitting resolves; beef supply for army. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 15, 108
1780 Washington,] G[eorge.] [Hackensack Bridge]. To
SEP - 17 Abraham Skinner [Hackensack Bridge]. In
structions governing his negotiations for ex
change of prisoners: Massachusetts officers pris
oners in Canada. Contemporary copy. 5 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed
in Washington to Congress, 1T80, Oct. 7.
C/C. 152,9,185
1780 Tilghman, T[ench]. [Hackensack Bridge] Bergen
SEP - 18 County. To the Board of War [Philadelphia].
Enclosing passports for schooner Blaz /ny Star.
Auto, draft signed. 1 p. A. V. pt. II, 237
1780 Puane, James. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
SEP. 19 en route to Hartford]. Hospital department;
permanent army; disaster in the South and con
duct of regular troops; centralization of govern
ment. A. L. S. 2 pp. ^42, 120
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
SEP. 24 [George] Washington [Litchfield, Connecticut].
Transmitting resolve. Letter-book copy.
C. C. " 15, 115
1780 Mathews, John. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
SEP. 24 Litchfield]. Action of Congress to fill up the
army; Mathews s plan, its benefits and rejection.
A. L. S. 4 pp. 43, 2
1780 Andre, John [Lewis]. Salem [Xew Jersey]. To George
Washington [Robinson House, Highlands]. De
claring his identity and explaining his position.
In proceedings of trial of Maj. Andre. 1780,
Sep. 29.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7, 531.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 457
1780 Continental Congress, Resolves. Plan for conducting the
SEP. 25 Inspector s Department of the Army. Printed
pamphlet. 6 pp. and title page. Printed by
Claypoole, Phila. Transmitted to Washington.
43,47
1780 Arnold, Benedict]. On board [H. M. S.] Vulture. To
PEI>. 25 [George] Washington [Robinson House]. Pro
tection for Mrs. Arnold ; exculpation of Lt. Col.
[Richard] Yarick, Maj. [David S.] Franks, and
Joshua [Hett] Smith. Contemporary copy. 2
pp. In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1T80, Oct. 7. C. C. 152, 9. 225
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7,533.
1780 Lincoln, Benjamin. [Tappan, Xew York.] To [George]
SEP. 25 Washington [Robinson House. Highlands]. Ex
change of prisoners; rights of privates. Con
temporary copy. 4 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1780, Oct. 7.
C. C. 152. 0. 195
1780 Eobinson, Beverly. [H. M. S.] Vulture, off Sinsinck
SEP. 25 [Sing Sing]. To George Washington [Robin
son House] . Andre s release. In proceedings of
trial of Andre, 1779, Sep. 29.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7,533.
1780 Washington, George. Robinson s House, Highlands [Xew
SEP. 26 York]. To [the President of Congress, Phila
delphia]. Arnold s treason; capture of Andre.
Draft. 4 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Read in Congress, Sep. 30. Referred
to Lovell, Yan Dyke, and Duane.
A. Y, pt. II. 239
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8,455.
1780 Arnold, B[enedict]. Xew York. To Sir Henry Clinton
SEP. 26 [Xew York]. Release of Andre. In proceed
ings of trial of Andre. 1780, Sep. 29.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7,531.
1780 Clinton, [Sir] H[enry]. Xew York. To [George] Wash-
SEP. 26 ington [Robinson House]. Release of Andre.
In proceedings of trial of Andre. 1780. Sep. 29.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7,534.
1780 Prisoners, British and Hessian. State of. at Charlottes-
SEP. 26 ville Barracks [Virginia]. Tabular statement.
458 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1780, Dec. 8.
C. C. 169, 7. 355
1780 Morris, Robert. Philadelphia. To [George ] Washing-
SEP - 28 ton [Tappan]. Obligations to Andrew Elliot;
exchange of Capt. [William] Muir. A. L. S.
2 pp. Answered Oct. 11. 42, -213
1780 Washington, George. Tappan. To the Board of General
SEP. 29 Officers, Tappan. Instructions regarding Maj.
[John Lewis] Andre. In proceedings of trial
of Andre. 1780, Sep. 29.
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1.S35. 7,535.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[George] Washington [Tappan]. Arnold s de
sertion ; seizure of his papers and effects in Phil
adelphia. Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 119
1780 Andre, John [Lewis]. Tappan. To Sir Henry Clinton
SEP. 29 [New York]. Capture; probable fate; his com
mission, mother and sisters. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson
Harrison. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1780, Oct. 7. C. C. 152, 9, 229
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7,537.
1780 Continental Army. Board of General Officers, Tappan.
SEP. 29 New York. Trial of Maj. [John Lewis] Andre.
Proceedings, evidences, etc. Documents sub
mitted :
Sep. 7. Andre to Col. [Elisha] Sheldon.
Sep. 24. Andre to Washington.
Sep. 25. Robinson, Beverly, to Washington.
Sep. 20. Clinton, Sir Henry, to Washington.
Sep. 2G. Arnold to Clinton.
Sep. 29. Washington to the Board.
Contemporary copy. 10 pp. In handwriting
of Robert Hanson Harrison, and endorsed by
him : " Major Andre was executed Monday the
2d of Octbr. at Tappan at 12 o clock." En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Oct. 7. C. C. 152, 9. 213
1780 Robertson, James. New York. To [George] Washing-
SEP. 29 ton [Tappan]. Complaint of treatment of
flags; necessaries for Maj. Andre. Contempo
rary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Robert
Hanson Harrison. 1780, Oct. 7.
C. C. 152, 9, 233
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7, 537.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 459
1780 Washington, George. Tappan. To Sir Henry Clinton
SEP. 30 [New York]. Maj. [John Lewis] Andre s case.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1780, Oct. 7.
C. a 152, 9, 231
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 18-<5. 7, 538.
1780 Washington, George. Tappan. To Lt. Gen. [James]
SEP. 30 Robertson, New York. His complaint ; neces
saries for Maj. Andre. Contemporary copy. I
p. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Oct. 7. C. C. 152, 0, 235
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7, 538.
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington
^ EP - ^O | Tappan]. Troops from the south; forage
scarcity at Winchester; Virginia troops: ar
rangement of officers, Jan. 1 [1781] ; A. L. 8.
of Benjamin Lincoln. -4 pp. 98, 179
1780 Clinton, Sir H[enry]. New York. To [George] Wash-
SEP - 30 ington [Tappan]. Maj. Andre s case; request to
hear Lt. Gen. [James] Robertson, Andrew El
liott, and Chief Justice William Smith in the
matter. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Note of
result of interview between Robertson and Maj.
Gen. Xathanael Greene. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1780, Oct. 7.
C. C. 152, 9. 237
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7,539.
1780 Stewart, Charles. Tappan. To [George] Washington
SEP. 30 [Tappan]. Failure of flour supply. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1780, Oct. 1.
C. C. 152, 9. 207
[1780] Continental Congress. Memorandum of information for
[SEP.] [George] Washington. Ability of Xorth Caro
lina to furnish flour, meat, forage, etc., to the
army. 2 pp. C. C. 152, 9. 173
1780 Washington, George. Orangetown [Tappan, New York].
OCT. i To the President of Congress [Philadelphia].
Supply of flour and forage. Draft. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, Oct. 3. Referred to Committee appointed
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to confer with the Director of the II, S. Bank:
Scott, Adams, Van Dyke and Sullivan.
A. V, pt. II, 243
1780 Andre, John [Lewis]. Tappan. To [George] Washing-
OCT. 1 ton [Tappan]. Requesting to be shot instead
of hung. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Richard Kidder Meade. Xote by
Harrison of reasons for refusing above request.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1780, Oct. 7. C. C. 152, 9, 245
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7,543.
1780 Arnold, B[enedict]. Xew York. To [George] Washing-
OCT. 1 ton [Tappan]. Foreswearing his allegiance.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1780, Oct. 7.
C. C. 152, 0, 239
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7, 540.
1780 Arnold, B[enedict]. Xew York. To [George] Wash-
OCT. 1 ington [Tappan]. Maj. Andre s case; threats
of retaliation. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress. 1780,
Oct. 7. C. C. 152, 9. 243
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7,541.
1780 Robertson, James. H. M. S. Greyhound. Dobbs Ferry
OCT. 2 [Xew York]. To George Washington [Tap-
pan]. Interview with Maj. Gen. [Xathanael]
Greene; Andre s case; efforts for his release.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1780. Oct. 7.
C. C. 152, 9, 241
Printed: Writings of Washington (Sparks) Boston. 1835. 7,541.
1780 Jones, Joseph. [Richmond] Virginia. To [George
OCT. 2 Washington, Tappan]. A recommendation for
the Medical Department; disappearance of fac
tional spirit in Congress; Virginia and the Fed
eral Union; control of the seas. A. L. S. 3 pp.
42, 241
1780 W[ashingto|n, G[eorge]. Tappan. To John Mathews
OCT. 4 [Philadelphia]. Permanent force; bounties;
expense and waste of short enlistments; recep
tion of the Committee of Cooperation by Con
gress. Auto, draft signed. 4 pp. P. II, 157
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 461.
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1780 Washington, George. Tappan. To James Duane [Phila-
OCT. 4 delphia] . Permanent force and short enlist
ments ; supineness, false hopes, etc. ; interview at
Hartford. Draft signed. 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of Alexander Hamilton. P. II, 161
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1780. 8, 464.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
O CT - ^ [George] Washington [Tappan]. New arrange
ment of army; considerations weighing in es
tablishment of a permanent army; recruiting.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 122
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
[George] Washington [Tappan]. Transmitting
resolves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 120
1780 Mathews, John. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
OCT. 6 Paramus]. Request of Southern delegates to
Congress that Maj. Gen. [Nathanael] Greene
be appointed to command the Southern Arnrv.
A. L. S. 1 p. Answered by letter to Congress.
Oct. 15.* 42, 273
1780 Washington, George. Paramus [New Jersey]. To [the
OCT. 7 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Proceed
ings of the Andre court martial; names of his
captors; movement of troops; list of papers en
closed with certain comment. Draft. 5 pp.
In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs and Eobert Han
son Harrison. Read in Congress, Sep. 12. Re
ferred to Sullivan, Bland, and Mathews.
A. V, pt. II, 245
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 472.
1780 Washington, George. Paramus. To Sir Henry Clinton
OCT. 7 [New York]. Acceding to exchange of pris
oners. Contemporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Oct. 16. C. C. 152, 9, 303
1780 Washington, George. Paramus. To Abraham Skinner
OCT. 7 [Paramus?]. Instructions for exchange of pris
oners. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1780, Oct. 16. C. C. 152, 9, 305
1780 Washington, George. [Paramus.] [Memorandum to ac-
OCT. 7 company letter of Andre to Col. Elisha Sheldon,
1780, Sep. 7, transmitted to Congress.] Shel-
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don s ignorance of Arnold s treasonable designs.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1780, Oct. 7.
C. C. 152, 0, 227
1780 Harrison, Rob[ert~| H[anson]. Paramus. To the Board
OCT. 8 of War [Philadelphia]. Commission for New
Hampshire officers. Auto, draft signed. 1 p.
A. V, pt. II, 251
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 9 [George] Washington [Preakness, Xew Jersey].
Transmitting papers at request of [Maj.] Gen.
[Horatio] Gates. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 15, 129
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To Lt. Col. Dubuysson
OCT. 10 [Philadelphia ?]. Death of Baron de Kalb; Du-
buysson s exchange. Contemporary copy. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Caleb Gibbs. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Oct. 20. C. C. 152, !), 337
Preakness is near Passaic Falls and Washington s letters from this
date to Nov. 27 are indifferently dated from either place.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 10 [George] Washington ] Preakness j. Transmit
ting resolves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 132
1780 Duane, James. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
OCT. 10 Preakness]. Arrangement of army: permanent
force; difficulties in Congress; need of men and
supplies. A. L. S. 3 pp. 42, 310
1780 Washington, George. Near Passaic Falls [Xew Jersey).
OCT. 11 To | the President of Congress, Philadelphia].
Reorganization of army; members, officers, etc.
Draft. 11 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton and Robert Hanson Harrison. Read
in Congress, Oct. 1C. Referred to Committee
on letter of Aug. 20. A. V, pt. II. 253
Extract of above made on occasion of the Newburgh Addresses, in
handwriting of Jonathan Trumbull, jr., 7 pp. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1783, May 18. C. C. 152, 11, 167.
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. S, 481.
1780 Malcom, William. Albany [Xew York]. To Gov.
CT - n [George] Clinton [Poughkeepsie]. Incursion
of enemy from Canada; capture of Fort Ann.
Contemporary copy. In handwriting of Caleb
Gibbs. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1780, Oct. 16. C. C. 152, 9, 313
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 463
1780 Washington, George. [Passaic Falls.] To the Board of
OCT. 12 War [Philadelphia ]. Delays in forwarding of
ficers commissions. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.
A. V, pt. II, 265
1780 Livingston, H[enry]. Fort Edward [New York]. To
O CT - 12 [Gov. George Clinton, Poughkeepsie]. Surren
der of Forts George and Ann to British and
Indians; depredations; situation at Fort Ed
ward. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In hand
writing of David Humphreys. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Oct. 16. C. C. 152,9,309
1780 Lush, Stephen. Albany. To Gov. [George] Clinton
OCT. 12 [Poughkeepsie]. Strength of enemy; surren
der of Forts Ann and George and investure of
Fort Edward; r een for cements ; lack of provi
sions; militia etc. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
In handwriting of Richard Kidder Meade. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress. 1780, Oct. 1C. C. C. 152, 9, 315
1780 Malcom, William. Albany. To Gov. [George] Clinton
O CT - 12 | Poughkeepsie]. Surrender of Fort George; the
frontier situation. Contemporary copy. In
handwriting of Caleb Gibb.s. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1780. Oct.
1C,. C. C. 152, 0. 313
1780 Washington, George. [Passaic Falls.] To the President
CT - 13 of Congress [Philadelphia]. The Inspector
General s department. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. Read in Con
gress, Oct. 16. A. V, pt. II. 267
1780 Washington, George. [Passaic Falls.] To Sir Henry
CT - 13 Clinton [New York]. Propositions for govern
ment of agents for prisoners. L. S. 2 pp. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Oct. 15. C. C. 152, 9, 283
[1780] Washington, George. [Passaic Falls.] Articles of agree-
[Ocr. 13] ment proposed for government of agents of pris
oners. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1780, Oct. 15. C. C. 152, 9, 287
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1780 Clinton, [Sir] H[enry]. New York. To [George] Wash-
OCT. 13 ington [Passaic Falls]. Exchange of prisoners.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
Robert Hanson Harrison. Enclosed in "Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1780, Oct.
10. C. C. 152, 9, 30T
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 14 [George] Washington [Passaic Falls]. Col.
[Daniel] Morgan s promotion to a brigadiership ;
intelligence from the South; publication of pro
ceedings relative to Maj. [John Lewis] Andre.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 135
1780 Clinton, George. Poughkeepsie. To [George] Washing-
OCT. l-l ton [Passaic Falls]. Enemy s attack on fron
tier; disposition of troops; reenforcements etc,
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of
David Humphreys. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1780, Oct. 16.
C. C. 152, 9, 317
1780 Mathews, John. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
OCT. 14 Preakness]. Flag for Mrs. Mathews to go to
Carolina; reasons; affairs in South; need of
commander and reenforcements. A. L. S. 4
pp. 42, 338
1780 Washington, George. " Prackness " [Xew Jersey]. To
OCT. 15 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia].
American Commissary of Prisoners to reside in
New York City; resignations in Massachusetts
Line. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexan
der Mamilton. Read in Congress, Oct. 19.
A. V, pt. II, 273
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To [the President of
OCT. 15 Congress, Philadelphia]. Capture of [Henry]
Laurens; Cork fleet on the coast. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Robert HanBon Harrison.
Read in Congress, Oct. 19. A. V, pt. II, 275
1780 Washington, George. Passaic Falls. To the President
OCT. 15 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Court of Inquiry
of Maj. Gen. [Horatio] Gates; [Maj.] Gen.
[Nathanael] Greene to command in the South;
Arnold s proclamation; embarkation of enemy
at New York. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Oct. 19.
A. V, pt. II, 269
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 8, 496.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 465
[1780] Massachusetts, Officers. Resignations in October. 1 p.
[OCT. 15] In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress,
1780, Oct. 15. C. C. 152, 9, 291
1780 Washington, George. [Near Passaic Falls.] To [the
OCT. 16 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Corre
spondence with Sir Henry Clinton respecting
civil prisoners of South Carolina; exchanges;
enemy s incursions from Canada. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harrison.
Read in Congress, Oct. 23. Referred to Bee,
Livingston, Duane and Sullivan.
A. V, pt. II, 277
1780 Washington, George. Passaic Falls. To the President of
OCT. 17 Congress [Philadelphia]. Sailing of enemy s
detachment from New York. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in Con
gress, Oct. 20: A. V, pt, II, 279
1780 Mathews, John. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
OCT. 17 near Passaic Falls]. Plan for reorganizing
army; dilatory attitude of Congress; [M.ij.]
Gen. [Nathanael] Greene s appointment. A. L.
S. 2 pp. 42, 355
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To George Washington
OCT. 18 [Passaic Falls]. Capt. [B. Edgar] Joel s charge
against Maj. Gen. [Robert] How r e. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 2 pp. Miscel.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 19 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Transmit
ting resolves and printed plan for conducting
Hospital Department. Letter-book copy.
C. C. * 15, 138
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
OCT. 19 ton [Preakness]. Officers to .whom depreciation
of pay is to be made up. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 2 pp. Answered Oct. 21.* Miscel.
1780 Washington, George. Near Passaic Falls. To the Presi-
OCT. 21 dent of Congress [Philadelphia]. Enemy s reen-
forcement; lack of provisions at Fort Pitt; dis
missal of Lt. Col. [David] Mason; incursions
from Canada. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Referred to Matlack,
Hanson and Walker. A. V, pt. II, 281
28632 OG 30
LIBKARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To the Board of War
OCT. 21 [Philadelphia]. Question as to what is "the
line of the army "; minor matters. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt. II, 285
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To the President of
OCT. 22 Congress [Philadelphia]. Maj. Gen. [Xathan-
ael] Greene to command Southern Department ;
need of Baron Steuben s services. Draft. 2
pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Read in Congress, Oct. 27. Referred to Sharpe,
Bland, Cornell, Sullivan and Walton.
A. V, pt. II, 287
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1890. 9, 11,
note.
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To the Board of War
OCT. 22 [Philadelphia]. Major [Henry] Lee s corps to
be sent to the Southward. Draft. 1 p. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 289
1780 [Washington, George.] Preakness. To Maj. Gen. [Ho-
Orr. 22 ratio] Gates [Hillsboro, North Carolina]. Maj.
Gen. [Nathanael] Greene to command the South
ern Army ; court of inquiry for Gates. Contem
porary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1780, Oct. 22.
C. C. 152, 9, 327
1780 [Washington, George.] Preakness. To Maj. Gen. [Xa-
OCT. 22 thanael] Greene [Preakness]. Instructions for
his command of Southern Army; trial of Maj.
Gen. [Horatio ] Gates. Contemporary copy. 3
pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of
Congress, 1780, Oct. 22. C. C. 152, 9, 229
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) X. Y. 1891. 9, 9.
1780 Washington, George. To John Mathews [Philadelphia].
OCT. 23 Request for Mrs. Mathew 7 s; affairs in the South;
[Maj. Gen. Xathanael Greene]. Draft signed.
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
P. II, 195
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 23 [George] Washington [Preakness] . Transmit
ting news of defeat of Col. [Patrick] Ferguson
[battle of King s Mountain]. L. S. of Samuel
Huntington. 1 p. Answered Oct. 29.* 43, 44^
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 467
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 23 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Chevalier
Dubuysson s request; transmitting printed pro
ceedings of the board of general officers re
specting Maj. [John Lewis] Andre. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 15, 143
1780 Board of Treasury, Philadelphia. To [George] Wash-
OCT. 24 ington [Preakness] . Waste of public flour at
various posts through negligence. A. L. S. of
William Denning. 3 pp. Answered Nov. 2.*
42, 59
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To [the Board of
OCT. 25 War, Philadelphia]. Suspicions of treasons;
character of a deserter. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton.
A. V, pt. II, 291
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 16.
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
OCT. 26 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Transmit
ting resolves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 145
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] W T ashing-
OCT. 28 ton [Preakness]. Transmitting commissions for
Col. [Henry] Jackson s regiment. A. L. S. of
Benjamin Stoddert. 1 p. Miscel.
1780 Washington, George. Near Passaic Falls. To the Presi-
OCT. 29 dent of Congress [Philadelphia]. Intelligence
from Southward, parole, exchange etc. of pris
oners; Arnold s, proclamation. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in
Congress, Nov. 1. Part referred to Board of
War. A. V, pt. II, 293
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
OCT. 30 ton [Preakness]. Transmitting papers. A. L.
S. of William Jackson. 1 p. Answered Nov. 7.*
98, 233
1780 Mathews, John. Philadelphia. To [George Washington,
OCT. 30 Preakness]. Flag for Mrs. Mathews s return to
Carolina ; adoption of plan for army ; news from
the South. A. L. S. 1 p. 43, 119
1780 Washington, George. Passaic Falls. To the Board of
OCT. 31 War [Philadelphia]. Exchange of Brigadiers
von Speck and von Gall of the Convention
troops. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 295
468 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Board of War [Philadelphia]. To [George] Washing -
OCT. 31 ton [Passaic Falls]. Meaning of words of re
solve of Apr. 10 [1780]. A. L. S. of Richard
Peters. 1 p. Answered Nov. 7.* Miscel.
See: Board of War to Washington, 1780, Aug. 28.
[1780] [Clinton, Sir Henry.] [New York.] Articles proposed
[OCT.] for government of agents for prisoners. Con
temporary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1780, Oct. 15.
C. C. 152, 9, 279
[1780] Continental Army, Officers. Resignations since Jan. 1,
[OCT.] 1780. Names by states, artillery, dragoons etc.
6 pp. In handwriting of Robert Hanson Harri
son. Transmitted to Congress. C. C. 152, 9, 193
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To the President of
Nov. 1 Congress [Philadelphia]. Sufferings of Cana
dians who have espoused the cause of the United
States ; Capt. [Joseph] Traversie s claim. Draft.
2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Read in Congress, Nov. 6. Referred to Duane,
Howley and Sharp. A. V, pt, II, 297
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 1 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Transmit
ting resolve. Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 150
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To [the Board of
Nov. 2 Treasury, Philadelphia]. Waste of public stores
in magazines. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 299
1780 Washington, George. [Preakness.] To the President of
Nov. 4 Congress [Philadelphia]. Sailing of fleets from
New York; establishment of the army. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Read in Congress, Nov. 8. A. V, pt. II, 303
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To the Board of War
Nov. 4 [Philadelphia]. Exchanged officers. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. II, 305
1780 Continental Army. Hospital Department. Officers. Tota-
Nov - 4 way [New Jersey]. To [George] Washington
[Passaic Falls], Salaries. D. S. : John Coch-
ran. James Craik, Hy. Latimer, Francis Hagan.
3 pp. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1780, Nov. 5. C. C. 152, 9, 351
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 469
1780 Phillips, W[illiam]. New York. Propositions for ex-
Nov. 4 change of prisoners. Transcript. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Dec. 8. C. C. 169, 7, 352
1780 Washington, G[eorge]. Passaic Falls. To the President
Nov. 5 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Half-pay for the
Hospital Department. Auto, draft signed.
Read in Congress, Nov. 11. Referred to Clark,
Bland and Cornell. A. V, pt. II, 307
1780 Wright, George and Others. Long Island. To Congress.
Nov - 5 Petitioning for exchange. D. S. : George
Wright, Jno. Wm. Annis, Jacob Sommer, Gar
ret J. Van Wagener, Duke Wikoff, Matthias
Ward, Robert Hondgson, Silas Snow. 2 pp.
Read in Congress, Dec. 9. Referred to Sullivan,
Clark and Atlee. Jan. 27, 1781, Referred to the
Commander in chief. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington 1781, Jan. 27. 96, 61
1780 Washington, George. Passaic Falls. To the President
Nov. 7 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Recruiting, sup
plies etc. for the partisan corps; establish
ment of the Engineer Department; enemy s de
struction of grain on northern frontier; neces
sity of flour; supplies of enemy through inhab
itants; exchange of prisoners; embarkation at
New York; scarcity of supplies at the North.
Draft. 7 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. Read in Congress, Nov. 13. Referred to
Duane, Henry and Cornell. A. V, pt. II, 311
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 21.
1780 Washington, George. Passaic Falls. To the Board of
Nov. 7 War [Philadelphia]. Minor military matters;
forwarding letters to the southward. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. II, 319
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washing-
Nov. 7 ton [Passaic Falls]. Transportation for provi
sions and clothing for American prisoners at
Charleston. A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p.
Answered Nov. 16.* Miscel.
1780 [Heath, William.] [West Point, New York.] To
Nov - 7 [George Washington, Passaic Falls]. British
on Lake George; lack of provisions for troops
on the frontier. [Extract of letter.] 2 pp. In
470 LIBKARY OF CONGRESS
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Nov. 7. C. C. 152, 9, 361
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov - 8 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Transmit
ting resolve. Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 153
1780 Sullivan, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washing-
^ ov - 9 ton [Preakness]. System of promotion in army.
A. L. S. 2 pp. 43, 184
1780 Washington, George. Passaic Falls. To Col. William
Nov. 12 Malcom, Wallkill [New York] . News from the
frontiers; scarcity of supplies. L. S. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Transmitted
to Congress. C. C. 152, 9, 365
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 12 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Transmit
ting resolves; precedence in exchange of prison
ers; purchase of horses on public account and
reduction of number in camp. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 15, 154
1780 Sullivan, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
Nov. 12 [Preakness]. Difficulties in Congress; reforms
introduced; danger to Southern states. A. L. S.
2 pp. 43, 230
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To the President of
Nov. 14 Congress [Philadelphia]. Enemy s fleet destined
for the Southward. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Caleb Gibbs. Read in Congress, Nov. 17.
A. V, pt. II, 321
1780 Washington, George. Passaic Falls. To the Board of
Nov. 16 War [Philadelphia]. Passport for sloop. Draft
1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. II, 323
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 16 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Transmitting
resolves; retention of Engineer officers. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 15, 161
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
Nov. 16 [Passaic Falls]. Letters forwarded. A. L. S. of
Richard Peters. 1 p. Miscel.
1780 Scammell, Alexander. Totaway [New Jersey]. To [George]
Nov - 16 Washington [Passaic Falls]. Resignation. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 471
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1781, Jan. 2. C. C. 152, 9, 429
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 17 [George] Washington [Passaic Falls]. Transmit
ting intelligence of British in Virginia. Letter-
book copy. C. C. 15, 162
1780 Washington, George. Passaic Falls. To George Walton
^ ov - 19 [Philadelphia], Exchange of certain officers.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh
man. A. V, pt. II, 325
1780 Washington, George. Passaic Falls. To [the President
Nov. 20 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Exchange of prison
ers; reward of Paulding, Van Wart and Wil
liams. Draft. 3 pp. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. Head in Congress, Nov. 24.
A. V, pt. II, 327
1780 [Washington, George.] To [Arthur Lee, Philadelphia],
Nov. 20 Loan from France. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. P. II, 219
1780 W[ashingto]n, Gfeorge]. To [John] Sullivan [Philadel-
^ ov - 20 phia]. Reestablishment of the army; specific
supplies; multiplicity of business in Congress;
remedy; clothing; foreign loan; situation in
Southern states. Auto, draft signed. 4 pp.
P. II, 215
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9,32.
1780 Washington, George. Passaic Falls. To Sir Henry Clin-
^ ov - 20 ton [New York]. Exchange of prisoners. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1780, Dec. 8. C. C. 152, 9, 389
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
Nov - 20 [Passaic Falls]. Capt. [Thomas] Mclntire s case.
A. L. S. of Richard Peters. 1 p. Miscel
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
[Preaknessj. Returns of cavalry. A. L. S. of
Benjamin. Stoddert. 2 pp. Answered Dec. 7.*
Miscel.
1780 W^ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Preakness [New Jersey]. To
* ov - 25 [John] Sullivan [Philadelphia]. [Brig.] Gen.
[Henry] Knox; the Inspector s Department.
Draft signed. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alexan
der Hamilton and Washington. P. II, 221
Printed. Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 39.
472 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
Nov. 25 [George] Washington [Preakness]. Transmitting
resolves. Letter-book cop}^. C. C. 15, 166
1780 Washington, George. Preakness. To [the President of
Nov. 26 Congress, Philadelphia]. Minor matters; pay of
Inspectors; the marechausee corps; death of Wil
liam Erskine. L. S. 3 pp. In handwriting of
Caleb Gibbs. Read in Congress, Nov. 30. Re
ferred to Cornell, Sullivan and Ward.
C. C. 152,0,377
Draft, A. V, pt. II, 331, is dated Nov. 25.
Printed, in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 40,
note.
1780 Sullivan, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
Nov. 26 [Preakness]. Correspondence; regulations for
army; requisitions and clothing; new loan solic
ited; Clothier s department. A. L. S. 2 pp.
44, 57
1780 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Preakness. To the President of
Nov. 27 Congress [Philadelphia]. Introducing Chevalier
de Chastellux. Draft signed. 1 p. In hand
writing of Alexander Hamilton. P. II, 223
1780 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Preakness. To the President of
Nov. 27 Congress [Philadelphia]. Introducing Viscomte
de Noailles. Draft signed. 1 p. In handwriting
of Alexander Hamilton. P. II, 225
1780 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge], Preakness. To the President of
Nov. 27 Congress [Philadelphia], Introducing Comte de
Damas. Draft signed. 1 p. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. P. II, 227
1780 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. Preakness. To the President of
Nov. 27 Congress [Philadelphia]. Introducing Chevalier
Du Plessis. Draft signed. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Alexander Hamilton. P. II, 220
1780 Washington, George. Morristown. To the President of
Nov. 28 Congress [Philadelphia]. Cantonment of troops
in winter quarters; Col. [Alexander] Scammell s
resignation of the Adjutant Generalship; Maj.
[Benjamin] Tallmadge s destruction of forage on
Long Island. Draft signed. 3 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress
Dec. 2-i. Referred to Sullivan, Cornell, and
Mathews. A. V, pt. II, 335
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 40.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 473
1780 Morris, Gouverneur; Philadelphia. To [George Wash-
Nov. 28 ington, New Windsor]. Suggesting an attempt
against New York. A. L. S. 1 p. Answered
Dec. 10.* 44, 160
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
^ ov - 29 [George] Washington [Morristown]. Transmit
ting resolves. Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 168
1780 [Clinton, Sir Henry.] New York. To [George Washing-
^ ov - 29 ton, Morristown, New Jersey]. Exchange of
prisoners and adjustment of accounts of Con
vention troops. [Extract of letter.] 4 pp. In
handwriting of David Humphreys. Enclosed in
Washington to the President of Congress, 1780,
Dec, 8. C. C. 152, 9, 393
1780 Phillips, W[illiam]. New York. To Brig. Gen. [Wil-
Nov - 30 liam] Irvine and Cols. [George] Matthews and
[John] Ely [New York]. Propositions for ex
change of Convention troops. Transcript.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1780, Dec. 8. C. C. 169, 7, 353
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 4 [George] Washington [en route to New Windsor].
Transmitting resolve; news from the South.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 171
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 6 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Trans
mitting resolves; prohibition of officers purchas
ing articles intended for troops. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 15, 173
1780 [Washington, George.] New Windsor [New York]. To
DEC. 7 [the President of Congress, Philadelphia]. Intro
ducing Comte de Custine. Draft. 1 p. In
handwriting of Tench Tilghman. P. II, 231
1780 [Washington, George.] New Windsor. To [the Presi
de- 7 dent of Congress, Philadelphia]. Introducing
Marquis de Laval. Draft. 1 p. In handwrit
ing of Tench Tilghman. P. II, 233
1780 Washington, George. New Windsor [New York]. To
DEC - 7 the Board of War [Philadelphia]. Minor mili
tary matters. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 339
1780 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the President of
DEC - 8 Congress [Philadelphia]. Laboratory at Carlisle
[Pennsylvania,]; exchange of Convention troops.
474 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting- of Tench Tilghman.
Read in Congress Dec. 18. Referred to Sullivan,
Mathews, and Bland. A. V, pt. II, 341
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 9 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Trans
mitting resolve. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 15, 179
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
DEC. 9 [New Windsor]. Vessel with supplies for pris
oners at Charleston. A. L. S. of Richard Peters.
1 p. Answered Dec. 19.* Miscel
1780 Duane, James. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
DEC - 9 [New Windsor]. Contingencies of success of the
war; Congress; speculators; money; trouble with
France; possible plan of meeting the situation;
estimates for coming year; European aid; Spain;
British reerif orcements; internal trouble with Ire
land and political condition. A. L. S. 3 pp.
44, 149
1780 Washington, George. New Windsor. To Gouverneur
DEC. 10 Morris, Philadelphia. His suggestions of attempt
against New York; weak state of army; want of
clothing and supplies; impossibility of accom
plishing anything under present conditions.
Auto, draft signed. 3 pp. 44, 158
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Garrison at Wyoming.
DEC. 12 D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1780, Dec.
16. 45, 136
1780 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the President
DEC. 13 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Payment for officers
horses killed or disabled in action; embarkation of
enemy at New York. Draft. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress
Dec. 18. Referred to Board of War.
A. V, pt. II, 343
1780 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the President
DEC. 15 of] Congress [Philadelphia]. Maj. [Benjamin]
Tallmadge s exploit; British reenf orcements;
urgency of recruiting; European politics; route
of the post through Connecticut. Draft. 3 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in
Congress Dec. 22. A. V, pt. II, 343
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 475
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC - 15 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Trans
mitting resolve and papers connected therewith.
Letter-book cop}-. C. C. 15, 182
1780 [Clinton, George.] Poughkeepsie. To [George Wash-
^ EC - 15 ington New Windsor], Impress of flour for
army. [Extract of letter.] 2 pp. In handwrit
ing of David Humphreys. Enclosed in Wash
ington to the President of Congress, 1780, Dec.
22. C. C. 152, 9, 419
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 16 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Trans
mitting resolve. Letter-book copy.
~C. C. 15, 186
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
DEC- 16 [New Windsor], Transmitting resolve of Con
gress. L. S. of Benjamin Stoddert. 1 p. An
swered Dec. 24.* Miscel.
1780 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [John] Sullivan
DEC - 17 [Philadelphia]. Promotions to general officer-
ships; lack of system; case of New Jersej^;
brigadiers. Auto, draft signed. 6 pp.
P. II, 243
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 63.
1780 Sullivan, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
[New Windsor]. Dispute between Connecticut
and Pennsylvania over the garrison at Wyoming.
A. L. S. 1 p. 44, 217
1780 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the Board of
War [Philadelphia]. Returns of the various
troops of horse. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 347
1780 Batterman, George. Boston. Deposition respecting treat-
DEC. 19 ment received from British; prison-ships. Sworn
to before S. Holten. Contemporary copy. 3 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton. 1781, Jan. 12. 96, 39
1780 Washington, G[eorge]. To the President of Congress
DEC - 20 [Philadelphia]. Promotions of officers; system,
seniority etc. Auto, draft signed. 6 pp. Read
in Congress Jan. 1, 1781. Referred to Sullivan,
Varnum, and Bland. Reported May [Mar.] 9.
Acted on May [Mar.] 25. A. V, pt. II, 349
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 68.
476 LIBRARY OP CONGRESS
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 21 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Leave of
absence of Brig. Gen. John Stark. Letter-book
copy. C. C. 15, 190
1780 "Washington, George. New Windsor. To the President of
DEC - 22 Congress [Philadelphia]. Lack of flour and en
ergy of Gov. [George] Clinton. Draft. 2 pp.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman. Read in
Congress, Dec. 24. Referred to Floyd, Root,
Clymer, Clark, and Adams. A. V, pt. II, 355
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [the President of Con-
DEC - 23 gress, Philadelphia], Case of four Swedish offi
cers. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Read in
Congress, Jan. 1, 1781. Referred to Board of
War. Enclosed in Board of War to Washington,
1781, Jan. 2. 97, 267
1780 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the Board of
DEC. 24 War [Philadelphia]. Lt. Col. [Thomas] Forrest
[to command Artificers at Carlisle]. Draft. 1 p.
In handwriting of Tench Tilghman.
A. V, pt. II, 357
1780 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. New Windsor. To James Duane
DEC. 26 [Philadelphia]. Increase of powers of Congress;
mode of obtaining supplies; promotions; cases of
[Brig.] Gen. [Henry] Knoxand Lt. Col. [William
Stephens] Smith. Auto, draft signed. 3 pp.
P. II, 357
Printed in part: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 75.
1780 Skinner, Abraham. "Commissary of Prisoners Office."
DEC. 26 [Elizabeth? New Jersey.] To Thomas Bradford
[Philadelphia]. Exchanges; American prisoners
sent to England; treatment on prison ships. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1781, Jan. 6.
97, 285
1780 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the President
DEC. 27 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Sailing of a fleet
from New York. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Jan. 1,
1781. A. V, pt. II, 359
1780 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
DEC. 28 [George] Washington. Transmitting resolve.
Letter-book copy. C. C. 15, 191
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 477
1780 Lyman, George and Others. " Provost Condemned Room "
DEC. 28 [New York]. To Congress. Harsh treatment
received from British; prayer for relief. Con
temporary copy of D. S. : George Lyman, James
Hallet, Peter Foster, Thomas Selus, Thomas
Clark, Daniel Lawrence and Simon Tylor. 2 pp.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1781, Jan. 6. 97, 284
1780 Continental Congress, Resolve. Exchange of prisoners.
DEC. 29 D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1781,
Jan. 2. 97, 277
1780 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To the President of Con-
DEC. 29 gress [Philadelphia]. Artificers ordered to Car
lisle [Pennsylvania]; affairs at Springfield [Massa
chusetts]; preparations for the campaign; need
of money. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of Joseph Carteton. Enclosed in Board
of War to Washington, 1781, Mar. 3. 96, 103
1780 Sproat, David. New York. To Capt. - - Griflin. EX-
DEC. 30 change of prisoners. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1781, Jan. 6. 97, 283
1781 Continental Congress, Resolves. British intentions against
JAN. 1 the south; Lt. Col. William [Stephens] Smith;
arrangement of officers, prisoners of enemy.
D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1781,
Jan. 2. 97, 282
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the President of
JAN. 2 Congress [Philadelphia]. Retirement of [Brig.]
Gen. [John] Stark and resignation of Col. [Alex
ander] Scammell as Adjutant General; enemy s
southern expedition under command of Arnold.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. Read in Congress, Jan. 8.
A. V, pt. II, 361
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 85.
1781 Washington, G[eorge], [New Windsor.] Amount of the
JAN. 2-3 National debt. Money; taxes; supplies; war ex
penses; estimate of expense for campaign of 1781.
"Taken from Mr. Duane s estimates, &c., fur
nished Colo. Jno. Laurens." A. D. S. 3 pp.
A. V, pt. II, 385
478 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1781 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
J AX - 2 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Trans
mitting resolves and other papers; cooperation
with French in southern movement. L. S. of
Samuel Huntington. 2 pp. Answered Jan. 15.*
97, 280
1781 Continental Congress, Resolve. Completion of Armand s
JAN. 2 corps by volunteers from the line. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1781, Jan. 6. 97, 293
1781 Continental Congress, Resolve. Completion of Armand s
JAN. 2 corps from line of army. A. L. S. of Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Transmitted to Washington.
53, 22
1781 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George] Washington
J AN - 2 [New Windsor]. Transmitting papers. A. L. S.
of Benjamin Stoddert. 1 p. Answered Jan. 10.*
97, 269
Dated in. error, 1780.
1781 Board of War. Proceedings. Case of four Swedish offi-
J AN - 2 cers. A. D. S. of Benjamin Stoddert. 1 p.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1781,
Jan. 2. 97, 271
1781 Sullivan, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
J AN - 2 [New Windsor]. System of promotion in arnry;
[Lt.] Col. [William Stephens] Smith; news from
the South. A. L. S. 2 pp. 45, 8
1781 Wayne, Anthony. Mount Kimball [New Jersey]. Nego-
J AN - 2 tiations with mutineers; conference, grievances,
etc., and a copy of the Propositions of Committee
of Sergeants, Jan. 4. [Same as C. C. 152, 9, 443.]
Endorsed: "Genl. Wayne s first orders." Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of and
attested by Richard Butler. Enclosed in Wayne,
Butler and Stewart to the President of Congress,
1781, Jan. 8. C. C. 152, 9, 477
1780 Washington, George. New Windsor. To Brig. Gen.
JAN - 3 [Anthony] Wayne. Mutiny of the Pennsylvania
line; advice as to action, etc. Contemporary
copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Henrj^ Latimer.
Enclosed in Wayne, Butler and Stewart to the
President of Congress, 1781, Jan. 8.
C. C. 152, 9, 505
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 87.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 479
[1781] [Washington, George.] [New Windsor.] Extracts and
[JAN. 3?] substance of papers of John Laurens. Commis
sion; Instructions of Dec. 23 & 27, 1780; Instruc
tions to [Benjamin] Franklin Nov. 28, 1780; let
ters to King of France Nov. 22 & Dec. 23, 1780;
estimate of supplies wanted. A. D. 4 pp.
A. V, pt. II, 389
1781 Continental Congress, Order. Resignation of Dr. William
JAN - 3 Shippen [jr]. D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1781, Jan. 6. 97, 291
1781 Continental Congress, Order. To the Board of War.
JAN - 4 Warrants for the Invalid and Artificers regi
ments. Contemporary copy. 1 p. Transmitted
to Washington. Published in Genl. Orders,
Jan. 16. 96, 35
[1781] Pennsylvania, Troops. Committee of Sergeants. [Prince-
[ JAN - 4 1 ton, New Jersey]. Propositions [to Brig. Gen.
Anthony Wayne]. Demands of mutineers for
p&y and clothing and discharges to which they
are entitled. Contemporary cop} T . 2 pp.
Transmitted to Congress. C. C. 152, 9, 443
1781 Pennsylvania, Troops, Committee of Sergeants. Prince-
JAN - 4 ton. To [Brig.] Gen. [Anthony] Wayne [Prince
ton]. Men entitled to discharge. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of and attested by
Benjamin Fishbourn. Enclosed in Wayne, Butler
and Stewart to the President of Congress, 1781,
Jan. 8. C. C. 152, 9, 481
1781 St. Clair, Arthur. Trenton [New Jersey]. To the Presi-
JAN - 4 dent of Congress, Philadelphia. March of the
mutineers toward Philadelphia; efforts to nego
tiate with them. A. L. S. 3 pp. Read in Con
gress, Jan 6. C. C. 152, 9, 439
1781 Wayne, Anthony. Princeton. To the Sergeants of the
J A N. 4 Pennsylvania Line [Princeton]. Answer to
propositions of the Serjeants. Contemporary
copy. 2 pp. Transmitted to Congress.
C. C. 152, 9, 445
1781 Wayne, Anthony. Princeton. To Committee of Sergeants
JAN - 4 [Princeton]. Right to discharges. (2 copies of
same.)
480 LIBKARY OF CONGRESS
Sergeants to Wayne. Negotiations and threats. Con
temporary copies. 3 pp. In handwriting of and
attested by Benjamin Fishbourn. Enclosed in
Wayne, Butler and Stewart to the President of
Congress, 1781, Jan. 8. C. C. 152, 9, 483
1781 Wayne, Anthony; Richard Butler and Walter Stewart.
JAN - 4 [Princeton.] To [Prest. Joseph Reed, Trenton?]
Revolt of the Pennsylvania line; disposition of
troops, situation of affairs. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of Henry Latimer? En
closed in Wayne, Butler and Stewart to the
President of Congress, 1781, Jan. 8.
C. C. 152, 9, 501
1781 Wayne, Anthony; Richard Butler and Walter Stewart.
JAN - 4 Princeton. To [George] Washington [New
Windsor]. The mutiny situation. Contempo
rary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Henry
Latimer? C. C. 152, 9, 509
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the Board of
JAN - 5 War [Philadelphia]. Transmitting return of
Col. [Elisha] Sheldon s regiment of cavalry.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Tench Tilgh-
man. A. V, pt. II, 363
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. Circular letter to
JAN - 5 Governors of Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massa
chusetts and New Hampshire. Mutiny of the
Pennsylvania troops; distresses and hardships of
army; need of money and supplies. Contempo
rary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1781, Jan. 6.
C. C. 152, 9, 435
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 91.
1781 Continental Congress, Resolves. British treatment of pris-
JAN - 5 oners; retaliation authorized. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1781, Jan. 6. 97, 289
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the President
JAN - 6 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Revolt of the Penn
sylvania line. Draft. 3pp. In handwriting of
Tench Tilghman. Read in Congress, Jan. 15.
A. V, pt. II, 365
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 93.
WRITING OF RICHARD VARICK
FJ o
l
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 481
1781 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 6 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Corre
spondence relating to prisoners; retaliation;
transmitting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Hunt-
ington. 2 pp. Answered Jan. 15.* 97, 287
1781 Pennsylvania, Troops. Committee of Sergeants. [Prince-
JAN. 6 ton] To [Brig.] Gen. [Anthony] Wayne [Prince
ton]. Procuring of clothing. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. In handwriting of and attested by
Benjamin Fishbourn. Enclosed in Wayne, But
ler and Stewart to the President of Congress,
1781, Jan. 8. C. C. 152, 9, 487
1781 Pennsylvania, Troops. Committee of Sergeants. [Prince-
JAN. 6 ton] To [Brig.] Gen. [Anthony] Wayne [Prince
ton]. Refusal to agree to propositions. Con
temporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of and
attested by Henry Latimer. Enclosed in
Wayne, Butler and Stewart to the President of
Congress, 1781, Jan. 8. C. C. 152, 9, 493
1781 Pennsylvania, Troops. Committee of Sergeants. [Prince-
JAN. 6 ton.] To [Brig.] Gen. [Anthony] Wayne [Prince
ton]. Request for orders issued at Mount
Kimball. Contemporary copy. 1 p. In hand
writing of and attested by Henry Latimer. En
closed in Wayne, Butler and Stewart to the
President of Congress, 1781, Jan. 8.
C. C. 152, 9, 495
1781 [Wayne, Anthony.] Princeton. To [the Committee of
JAN. 6 Sergeants, Princeton]. Compliance with propo
sitions; supply of clothing. Contemporary copy.
1 p. In handwriting of Benjamin Fishbourn.
Enclosed in Wayne, Butler and Stewart to the
President of Congress, 1781, Jan. 8.
C. C. 152, 9, 489
1781 Wayne, Anthony. Princeton. To [Prest. Joseph Reed,
JAN. 6 Trenton]. The situation. L. S. marked "Copy."
1 p. In handwriting of Benjamin Fishbourn.
Enclosed in Wayne, Butler and Stewart to the
President of Congress, 1781, Jan. 8.
C. C. 152, 9, 491
1781 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference with Penn-
JAN. 7 sylvania Executive. Trenton. To [George]
Washington [New Windsor]. Surrender of Brit-
2863206 31
482 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
ish emissaries by the mutineers. L. S. of John
Sullivan. 1 p. In handwriting of Samuel John
Atlee. 45, 56
Committee: Sullivan, Matthews and Witherspoon.
1781 Pennsylvania, Commissioners to treat with Pennsylvania
JAN. 7 Line. Princeton. Proposals of terms granted by
the State to the mutineers; enlistments, bounty,
clothing. Broadside issued under authority of
Joseph Reed and James Potter. 1 p. Enclosed
in Committee to Washington, 1781, Jan. 15.
45, 173
1781 St. Clair, Arthur. Morristown. To the President of Con-
JAN. 7 gress, [Philadelphia]. Situation and aspect of the
mutiny; conference with sergeants. A. L. S.
4 pp. Read in Congress, Jan. 11.
C. C. 152, 9, 451
1781 Witherspoon, John. Trenton. To [the President of Con-
JAN. 7 gress, Philadelphia], Situation as regards the
mutiny; seizure of British Emissaries. A. L. S.
1 p. Read in Congress, Jan. 8.
C. C. 152, 9, 447
1781 Continental Congress, Resolve. States quotas of money to be
JAN. 8 furnished American prisoners. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1781, Jan. 12. 96, 40
1781 Continental Congress, Resolve. Election of Brig. Gen.
JAN. 8 [Edward] Hand as Adjutant General. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in President of
Congress to Washington, 1781, Jan. 12. 96, 41
1781 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference with Penn-
JAN. 8 sylvania Executive. Trenton. Resolves. Boun
ties of soldiers enlisted for the war; discharges;
settlement of grievances as to pay, clothing;
delivery of the British emissaries; pardons. A. D.
of John Witherspoon. 2 pp. Enclosed in Com
mittee to Washington, 1781, Jan. 9. 45, 96
1781 Livingston, Robert R. Clermont [New York]. To [George
JAN. 8 Washington, New Windsor]. Discontent in New
York state; scarcity of money; prejudice of Penn
sylvania; New York s inability to furnish supplies;
invasion from Canada; representation of situation
and its dangers to Congress. A. L. S. 11 pp.
45,74
COERESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 483
1781 Pennsylvania, Troops. Committee of Sergeants. [Prince-
JAN. 8 ton.] To [Brig. Gen. Anthony Wayne, Prince
ton]. Agreements and understandings of [Gov.
Joseph Reed s] proposals. Contemporary copy.
2 pp. In handwriting of John Sullivan. En
closed in Wayne, Butler and Stewart to the
President of Congress, 1781, Jan. 8.
C. C. 152, 9, 497
1781 Reed, Joseph. Maidenhead [New Jersey.] To the Com-
JAJV. 8 mittee of Congress [Trenton]. Progress of the
mutiny; [Brig.] Gen. [Anthony] Wayne. Con
temporary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of John
Sullivan. Transmitted to Congress.
C. C. 152, 9, 459
1781 Sullivan, John. Trenton. To the President of Congress,
JAN. 8 [Philadelphia.] Aspect of the mutiny; demands
of mutineers; British emissaries. A. L. S.
2 pp. Read in Congress, Jan. 10.
C. C. 152, 9, 455
1781 Wayne, Anthony; Richard Butler and Walter Stewart.
JAN. 8 Princeton. To the President of Congress [Phila
delphia]. Report of mutiny; disposition of sol
diery; British emissaries. L. S. 2 pp. Read
in Congress, Jan. 10. C. C. 152, 9, 473
1781 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference with Penn-
JAN. 9 sylvania Executive. Trenton. To [George]
Washington [New Windsor]. Transmitting
papers relating to negotiations with the Pennsyl
vania mutineers. A. L. S. 1 p. 45, 94
1781 Reed, Joseph. [Princeton.] To [the Committee of Con-
J AN - 9 gress, Trenton]. Negotiations with the muti
neers. Contemporary copy. 2 pp. In hand
writing of John Mathews. Enclosed in Com
mittee to Washington, 1781, Jan. 9. 45, 95
1781 Sullivan, John. Trenton. To the President of Congress
JAN - 9 [Philadelphia]. Arrival of mutineers at Trenton.
A. L. S. 1 p. Read in Congress, Jan. 10.
C. C. 152, 9, 461
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the Board of
JAN - 10 War [Philadelphia]. Leather caps for army;
Swedish officers. Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting
of Tench Tilghman. A. V, pt. II, 369
484 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1781 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference with Penn-
J AN - 10 sylvania Executive. Near Trenton. To [George]
Washington [New Windsor]. Negotiations with
mutineers; execution of British spies. L. S. of
John Sullivan and partly in his handwriting.
1 p. 45, 99
1781 Sullivan, John. Trenton. To the President of Congress
JAN. 10 [Philadelphia], Conference of mutineers with
President Joseph Reed. A. L. S. 1 p. Read
in Congress, Jan. 11. C. C. 152, 9, 465
1781 Sullivan, John. Trenton. To the President of Congress
JAN. 11 [Philadelphia]. Trial and conviction of British
emissaries; approaching finish of the mutiny.
A. L. S. 1 p. Read in Congress, Jan. 12.
C. C. 152, 9, 469
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the Board of
JAN. 12 War [Philadelphia]. Officers for Armand s
Corps. Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alex
ander Hamilton. A. V, pt. II, 371
1781 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 12 [George] Washington [West Point]. Transmit
ting resolves and papers respecting British treat
ment of prisoners. L. S. of Samuel Huntington.
2 pp. Answered Jan. 23.* 96, 36
1781 Continental Congress, Resolves. Establishing pay in the
JAN. 12 commissary department and artillery and ord
nance; aides-de-camp, paymasters, etc. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 3 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1 781 , Jan. 13. 96, 49
1781 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 13 [George] Washington [West Point?]. Establish
ment of pay of certain officers. L. S. of Samuel
Huntington. 1 p. Answered Jan. 23.*
96,42
1781 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference with Penn-
JAN. 13 sylvania Executive. Trenton. To [George]
Washington [New Windsor]. Execution of
British spies; adjusting grievances of Pennsyl
vania troops. A. L. S. of John Sullivan. 1 p.
45, 146
Committee: Sullivan, Witherspoon and Mathews.
1781 Washington, G[eorge]. New Windsor. To the President
JAN. 15 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Expediency of mov
ing French troops to Virginia; lack of supplies;
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 485
mutiny of Pennsylvania troops. Auto, draft
signed. 3 pp. Read in Congress, Jan. 23.
A. V, pt. II, 373
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N.Y. 1891. 9,110.
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [John] Laurens
JAN- 15 [New Windsor]. State of affairs; aid from
France; money and men; credit and resources
of America. Draft. 7 pp. In handwriting of
Alexander Hamilton. A. V, pt. II, 377
1781 Continental Congress, Circular letter to the States.
JAN - 15 Finances; progress of states in collecting sup
plies; returns; pay of army; collection of taxes;
cooperation with French; specie and a foreign
loan. Contemporary copy. 4 pp. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1781,
Jan. 16. 96, 46
[1781] Continental Congress, Estimate of sums to be furnished by
[JAN. 15] the several states. Apportioned by states.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. Enclosed in Congress,
Circular to the States 1781, Jan. 15. 96, 48
1781 Continental Congress, Committee of Conference with Penn-
JAN - 15 sylvania Executive. Trenton. To [George]
Washington [New Windsor]. Settlement of
matters with Pennsylvania troops; execution of
the British spies; terms granted by Pennsylva
nia; authority of the Board of Sergeants. L. S.
of John Sullivan. 1 p. 45, 171
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To John Sullivan
JAN. 16 [Philadelphia]. Mutiny of the Pennsylvania line;
distress of soldiers; pay. Draft. 2pp. In hand
writing of David Humphreys. A. V, pt. II, 393
1781 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
J AN - 16 g [George] Washington [New Windsor], Circular
to the States; funds; British in the James River.
L. S. of Samuel Hunting-ton. 2 pp. Answered
Jan. 23.* 96, 45
1781 Knox, H[enry]. Boston. To [John] Lowell [Boston].
J AN - 16 Grievances of the Massachusetts troops; pay,
clothing; bounty and hard money. Contem
porary copy. 3 pp. In handwriting of George
Lewis. Enclosed in Washington to the Presi
dent of Congress, 1781, Feb. 13.
C. C. 152, 9, 557
486
1781 Massachusetts, House of Representatives [Boston]. Re-
JAN. 16 solves reimbursing Massachusetts soldiers for
stoppages; bounties, gratuities, hard money,
clothing. Contemporary copy. 3 pp. In hand
writing of George Lewis ? Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1781, Feb. 13.
C. C. 152, 9, 561
1781 Continental Congress, Resolves. Electing Dr. John Coch-
JAN. 17 ran, Director of Military Hospital and John
Pierce, Paymaster General; regulations govern
ing the hospital department, half-pay. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 3 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congress to Washington, 1781, Jan. 18.
96, 53
1781 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 18 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Trans
mitting resolves. L. S. of Samuel Huntington.
1 p. Answered Feb. 13.* 96, 52
1781 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] Report recommending
JAN. 19 Lt. Col. [Jean Baptiste] Ternant to command in
Armand s Legion. Contemporary extract. 1 p.
Enclosed in President of Congress to Washing
ton, 1781, Jan. 27. 96, 66
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [John Sullivan,
JAN. 21 Philadelphia]. Mutiny of the New Jersey troops.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Ham
ilton. Endorsed: "To General Sullivan or Com
mittee of Congress." A. V, pt. II, 395
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the President
JAN. 23 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Revolt of the Jersey
regiments; need of money, provisions and forage.
Draft. 2 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Ham
ilton. Read in Congress Jan. 29.
A. V, pt. II, 397
1781 Board of War. [Philadelphia.] To [George Washington,
JAN. 23 New Windsor]. Return of officers remaining in
service and those retired. A. L. S. of Benjamin
Stoddert. 1 p. Answered Feb. 19.* 96, 55
1781 Continental Congress, Resolve. Equipment for Col.
JAN. 23 Armand s legion; remounts; Lt. Col. [Jean
Baptiste] Ternant s appointment. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. 2 pp. Enclosed in President
of Congj-ess to Washington, 1781, Jan. 27.
96, 63
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 487
1781 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. New Windsor. To the President
JAX - 24 of Congress [Philadelphia]. Introducing Comte
de Charlus. Auto, draft signed.
. To same. Introducing Comte de Dillon.
Auto, draft.
. To same. Introducing Mons. Dumat
[Comte de Damas?]. Auto, draft. 3 pp.
P. II, 267
1781 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
J AX - 24 [George] Washington. [New Windsor]. Ap
proving measures respecting mutiny of the
Pennsylvania line and removal of French troops.
L. S. of Samuel Huntington. 1 p. Answered
Feb. 13.* 96,56
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the officer com-
J AX - 25 manding the British fleet in New York harbor
[Capt. George Dawson]. Treatment of American
prisoners on the prison ship [Jersey] , inspection.
Transcript. Enclosed in Washington to the
President of Congress, 1781, Feb. 13.
C. C. 169, 8, 48
Printed : Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9,119.
1781 Hull, William. Crompond [New York]. To Maj. Gen.
JA*. 25 [Samuel Holden] Parsons [Highlands]. Account
of enterprize against Morrisania [New York].
Contemporary copy. 8 pp. In handwriting of
David Humphreys. Enclosed in Washington to
the President of Congress, 1781, Jan. 31.
C. C. 152, 9, 525
1781 Lee, Henry, jr. Sampit River [North Carolina]. Report
J AN - 25 of enterprize against Georgetown. Contemporary
copy. 1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington, 1781, Feb. 21. 95, 93.
1781 Parsons, Samuel Holden. Highlands. To Maj. Gen.
JAN. 25 [William] Heath [Highlands]. Account of expe
dition against Morrisania. Contemporary copy.
6 pp. In handwriting of David Humphreys.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1781, Jan. 31. C. C. 152, 9, 533
1781 Continental Congress, Resolve. Ration allowance; addi-
JAX - 26 tional pay of aides-de-camp and others. D. S. of
Charles Thomson. Enclosed in President of Con
gress to Washington, 1781, Jan. 27. 96, 62
488 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
1781 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
JAN. 27 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Transmit
ting resolves and papers; Armand s corps; addi
tional pay. L. S. 2pp. Answered Feb. 13.*
96, 60
1781 Continental Congress, Order. On petition of George
JAN - 27 Wright and others. D. 8. of Charles Thomson.
1 p. Enclosed in President of Congress to Wash
ington, 1781, Jan. 27. 96, 58
1781 Howe, Robert. Ringwood [New Jersey], To [George
JAN - 27 Washington, New Windsor]. Report of suppres
sion of revolt of the Jersey troops. Contemporary
copy. 4 pp. In handwriting of Alexander Ham
ilton. Enclosed in Washington to the President
of Congress, 1781, Jan. 23. C. C. 152, 9, 521
1781 Duane, James. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
J AN - 29 [New Windsor]. Clothing for army; important
measures before Congress; centralization of power
of government; distresses of army and the Penn
sylvania mutiny; Virginia s cession of western
lands and Maryland s endorsement of the Con
federation; public credit; political situation and
news from the South. A. L. S. 3 pp. 46, 15
1781 Rochambeau, Comte de. Newport [Rhode Island]. To
JAN. 29 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Effect of
storm; naval arrangements. Transcript. En
closed in Washington to the President of Con
gress, 1781, Feb. 3. C. C. 169, 8, 36
1781 Sullivan, John. Philadelphia. To [George] Washington
JAN. 29 [New Windsor]. Disbanding the Pennsylvania
Line; revolt of the New Jersey troops; the polit
ical outlook; new loan from individuals; paper
money; prospects; late disturbances among the
troops. A. L. S. 3 pp. 46, 10
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the President
JAN- 31 of Congress, Philadelphia]. Suppression of the
Jersey revolt. [Maj. ] Gen. [Samuel Holden] Par-
sons s exploit [at Morrisania, New York]. Draft.
1 p. In handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Read in Congress, Feb. 5. A. V, pt. II, 399
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To the Board of
JAN. 31 War [Philadelphia]. Remount for the dragoons.
Draft. 1 p. In handwriting of David Hum
phreys. A. V, pt. II, 401
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 489
1781 Greene, Nathanael. Sherard s Ford, Catawba River
J AN - 31 [North Carolina]. To [the President of Congress,
Philadelphia]. The military situation; militia;
strength of enemy; supplies. Contemporary
copy. 4 pp. Enclosed in President of Congress
to Washington 1781, Feb. 21. 96, 92
1781 North and South Carolina, Officers. Resolutions requesting
JAN - 31 changes in uniform. Contemporary copy. 1 p.
Enclosed in Board of War to Washington, 1781,
May 14. 96, 258
[1781] [Clinton, Sir Henry] [New York.] To the Pennsylvania
[ JAN -] troops. Offer of British protection, pay etc.
Contemporary copy. 1 p. In handwriting of
and attested by John Witherspoon. Transmitted
to Congress. C. C. 152, 9, 449
[1781] Rhode Island. Memorandum of money ordered paid to
[JAN.] the Rhode Island troops; depreciation. Contem
porary copy. 2 pp. In handwriting of Tench
Tilghman. Enclosed in Washington to the Pres
ident of Congress, 1781, Feb. 13.
C. C. 152, 9, 565
1781 Continental Congress, Resolye. Discontinuance of allow-
FEB. 1 ance to officers on command. D. S. of Charles
Thomson. 1 p. Transmitted to Washington.
Published in Genl. Orders, Feb. 12. 96, 67
1781 Continental Congress, President. Philadelphia. To
FEB. 2 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Trans
mitting resolve. Letter-book copy.
C. C. 15, 226
1781 Dawson, G[eorge]. [H. M. S.] Iris, off New York. To
FEB. 2 [George] Washington [New Windsor]. Treat
ment of American prisoners on the prison-ship
[Jersey], Transcript. Enclosed in Washington
to the President of Congress, 1781, Feb. 13.
C. C. 169, 8, 50
1781 "Jersey" [Prison-ship.] New York harbor. Report of
FEB. 2 British Board of Inquiry as to treatment of
American prisoners thereon. Testimony of pris
oners; findings. Transcript. Enclosed in Wash
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13. C. C. 169, 8, 50.
1781 Nash, A[bner]. Halifax [North Carolina]. To [the
FEB. 2 President of Congress, Philadelphia]. British in
North Carolina; want of arms and military sup-
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plies; successes of militia and spirit of people.
Contemporary copy. 2 pp. Read in Congress,
Feb. 20. Enclosed in President of Congress to
Washington, 1781, Feb. 20. 96, 83
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the President
of Congress, Philadelphia]. Corporal punish
ment in the army; furloughs and discharges.
Draft. 5 pp. In handwriting of Alexander
Hamilton. Referred, Feb. 9, to J. Jones,
McDougall and Sullivan. Reported, June 15.
Acted on June 16. A. V, pt. II, 407
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 126.
[1781] Continental Army. Form of honorable discharge. Draft.
[FEB. 3] i p. l n handwriting of Alexander Hamilton.
Enclosed in Washington to the President of Con
gress 1781, Feb. 3. A. V, pt. II, 403
[1781] Continental Army. Form of furlough. Draft. 1 p. In
[FEB. 3] handwriting of Alexander Hamilton. Enclosed
in Washington to the President of Congress 1781,
Feb. 3. A. V, pt. II, 405
1781 W[ashingto]n, G[eorge]. New Windsor. To [John] Sulli-
FEB. 4 van [Philadelphia]. [Lt.] Col. [Alexander] Ham
ilton as a financier; mismanagement; finance;
traffic with enemy. Auto, draft signed. 4 pp.
~ P. II, 283
Printed: Writings of Washington (Ford) N. Y. 1891. 9, 131.
1781 Continental Congress, Order. Publication of report of
FEB. 5 enterprise against Morrisania and thanks of Con
gress to Maj. Gen. [Samuel Holden] Parsons.
D. S. of Charles Thomson. 1 p. Enclosed in
President of Congress to Washington, 1781,
Feb. 9. 96, 73
1781 Pennsylvania, Officers of the Line. Philadelphia. Memo-
FEB. 6 rial to [George] Washington [New Windsor]
Services in 1776 and disarrangement in 1779;
resolves of Congress of Jan. 1, 1781 and injury
sustained thereby. D. S. of John Richardson,
Danl. Brodhead, John Lawrence, John Morgan,
John Helm, Danl. Topham, Robert Caldwell,
Bernard Ward, Matths. Weiderman. 1 p. En
closed in Atlee to Washington, 1781, Feb. 10.
46, 151
1781 Germain to Sir Henry Clinton. See: President of Congress
FEB - 7 to Washington, 1781, July 17.
CORRESPONDENCE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON 491
1781 Knox, H[enry]. New Windsor. To [George] Washing-
FEB. 7 ton [New Windsor]. Report of visit to New
Enerland States in effort to raise recruits. Con-
o
temporary copy. 4 pp. Enclosed in Washing
ton to the President of Congress, 1781, Feb. 13.
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1781 Jefferson, Thomas. Richmond. To [the President of Con-
FEB. 8 gress, Philadelphia]. British in Cape Fear River;
want of arms. Contemporary copy. 1 p. En
closed in President of Congress to Washington,
1781, Feb. 20. 95, 82
1781 Washington, George. New Windsor. To [the President
FEB. 9 of Congress, Philadelphia] Col. [Peter] Ganse-
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