War Office. To James Wilkinson. Refers to a letter from Governor Manuel Gayoso de Lelmos about the relationship of the United States with Great Britain and Spain.
Near Dowingstown. To James Wilkinson. Refers to a communication which brought information that 2,000 French troops in the pay of the King of Spain were on their way ascending the Mississippi.
To James Wilkinson. Refers to reinforcements ordered to the Mississippi posts, instructions for dealing with the Indians at Natchez, Walnut Hills and in the Northwest territory, and reprimands Wilkinson for his action in connection with Powers' visit…
War Department. To James Wilkinson. Detailed instructions for construction of defenses on the Mississippi and to call out the militia in the event of war with France. Signed by a .
War Office. To James Wilkinson. Laments the fact that twice his letters have been misunderstood and requests him to be governed by the season to send a detachment and provisions to the Mississippi.