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RESOLVED. under the present alarming situation of matters, it is necessary that every exertion be used to man the Gallies; and that therefore, Captain Newdigate be directed to go im- mediately down to Charlestown and endeavour to recruit men; and that he return again with all possible speed-
And it Further Ordered. that Capt. Newdigate have a draft on the Pay-Master of the Gallies for £250. in Continental money; he to be accountable for the expenditure thereof; And that the Treasurers do enable the said Pay-Master to answer the said draft.
ORDERED-That James Thompson have leave to be absent from the State for six months; and Captain Young of the Ar- tillery having also shewn that he had leave from his cominanding officer to be absent for three months this Board agreed to the same.
ORDERED That the Treasurers do advance to Capt. Jas. MeLean who hath for some time past acted as a Commissary in the County of Wilkes; and hath large amounts against the public. the sum of £30co. in part of his said demands; he to give bond with security to be accountable for the same in the settlement of his account.
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Wednesday 25th November 1778.
The Board met
Present
His honor the Governor
Richard Wylly John Fulton
- John Lindsay Chesley Bostwick
ORDERED, That the Treasurers pay to Chesley Bostwick Esq. the sum of sixty six pounds, the amount of his account for at- tendance in Council.
RESOLVED. Pursuant to a recommendation of Congress, of the 2ª of October last past, that the embargo on provisions, which by resolve of the Sth of June last was laid until the 15th instant, be continued in force, subject to such exceptions as are recom mended by resolve of the 2ª September, till the last day of Jan- uary next; or until such time as Congress shall give notice to the respective States, that insufficient supplies have been obtained for the operations of the army, and for the French Squadron.
And it is further ordered, that this resolve be duly published in the next Gazette; and that every Measure be taken for the due observance of such embargo, within this State.
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Wednesday 2ª December 1778.
The Board met
Present
His honor the Governor
John Fulton
David Lewis
John Lindsay Richard Wylly
RESOLVED, That James Whitfield be appointed Secretary of the State, until the next General Election of officers in the room of James Maxwell Esq. who hath resigned.
WHEREAS, by resolve of the Honble. the House of Assembly of the 15th day of November last past, the Governor was re- quested to suspend Oliver Bowen Esq. from all command and employ within this State, which was accordingly done by order of Council of the 16th day of November last past.
AND WHEREAS, by another resolve of the said House of As- sembly of the said 16th day of November the Governor was fur- ther requested to refer the said Oliver Bowen Esq' to a proper tribunal for his trial; whereupon
It is Resolved, as the opinion of this Board, that the only- proper and competent tribunal, before which the said Oliver Bowen can be tried, under the peculiar circumstances in which he stands, is the Honorable House of Assembly of this State, by whom he was appointed, and to whom he is accountable agree- able to the 49th Section of the Constitution.
WHEREAS, it appears the Commissaries appointed by the last House of Assembly to purchase provision in the several Counties in this State, cannot procure pork and corn at the prices limited by this Board
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It is Therefore Ordered. That the said Commissaries be al- lowed and permitted to go as far as £12. per hundred Wt for Pork, and 12/6 per bushel for corn if they cannot be had for less; and that the Commissary General of purchases of the Con- tinental forces in this State be made acquainted with this order.
WHEREAS, by the late Militia law passed on the .. day of November last past it is directed that new elections for Officers of the militia be held throughout the State, within two months from the passing of the said law.
It is Therefore Ordered, the several Colonels, or other Com- manding Officers of regiments within the several Counties, do cause such elections to be held at the usual places, within the time limited by the said law; and that due notice thereof be given by them before the holding of such elections.
. And it is Further Ordered, that the Clerk of this Board do im- mediately furnish each of the said Colonels or other Command- ing Officers as aforesaid with a copy of this order By express, if no safe opportunity shall otherwise offer, and also of the law as soon as the same can be procured from the Printer, at public charge.
ORDERED, That the Treasurers pay to David Lewis forty eight pounds, being the amount of his account for his attendance in Council.
ORDERED, That the Treasurers pay to Adam Eurick Messenger to this Board, fifty pounds, being in part of his Salary.
ORDERED, That the Treasurers pay to Robert Gray, door+ keeper to this Board fifty pounds, being in part of his Salary.
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Friday 17th December 1778.
The Board met
Present
His honor the Governor
Samuel Miller
John Lindsay
David Lewis. John Keebler.
The Governor informed the Board, that he had upon the ap- plication of Mr. Galphin, Col. Rae and Col. MeMurphy advanced to Mr. Belcher £1500. to enable him to supply some articles in- dispensably necessary for the Indians, well disposed towards us.
RESOLVED, that this Board do approve of the same as done by the Governor.
RESOLVED, upon application of a number of the inhabitants of Liberty County, that William Watson be appointed Sheriff of the said County until the next General Election in the room of Sani- uel Moncock deceased.
RESOLVED -- That it is expedient and necessary that the Hon- orable Major General Lincoln should be fully informed of the true situation of matters in this State, and how essentially requisite it is, that some vigorous and decisive measures should be taken for our defence against the incursions of our Southern neighbors. And it is impossible to make so full and clear a representation of matters by letter as will be necessary and proper; Therefore,
RESOLVED, That Lyman Hall and George Walton Esqrs., ba requested to go immediately down to Charlestown to confer with, and give in a true statement of things to the said Maj' General Lincoln.
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And it is Further Ordered, that in case the said Lyman Hail and George Walton will undertake this business, they shall be allowed their expenses.
WHEREAS, the Honbl. House of Assembly have left the fixing of salaries to the Officers of this Board, to the Board itself, there- fore
RESOLVED, That the said salaries be as follow. To the Clerk, £600. To the Messenger, f300. To the Door keeper £300.
WHEREAS, it appears to this Board, that Philip Delegal, Esq. hath in a late instance, when a plundering party landed on the Island of Skidoway, acted in a manner highly improper, and which gives room to suspect him of not being well disposed to the State.
It is Therefore Ordered. That the said Philip Delegal do im- mediately appear before this Board to answer for his conduct to be dealt with according to law. And it is further ordered, that his honor, the Chief Justice, be informed of this matter; and that he do take the necessary steps for procuring proof and other ways dealing with the said Philip Delegal as he shall appear .to deserve-
Monday, December 21st 1778.
The Board met
Present
His honor the Governor
John Lindsay David Lewis
Samuel Miller John Keebler.
ORDERED, That the Treasurers pay to the Commanding Officer
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of the Guard in company in Effingham County forty five pounds, five shillings and eight pence, being the amount of two pay-rolls for duty done by order of Colo. Treutler.
ORDERED, That the keeper of public salt in Savannah do de- liver to Mr. Lucena, Executor of Peter Larien, two hundred and twenty bushels of salt, the same being in lieu of that quantity lent the public in Sunbury as appears by a certificate and other vouchers, produced by the said Mr. Lucena.
ORDERED, That the powder receiver in Savannah, do deliver to Mr. Sheffelle two hundred weight of gun-powder out of the Magazine, it appearing by affidavit of the said Chifflle that he lodged that quantity in said Magazine, in the lifetime of the former Powder-Receiver, and hath never since had the same re- turned.
ORDERED, That the Treasurers pay to Samuel Sterk, thirty four pounds, seven shillings and six pence, for countersigning of and filling up Militia Commissions.
Philip Delegal Esq' having attended the Board agreeable to order, -
ORDERED. That this matter be adjourned for further consider- ation.
And the said Philip Delegal gave his parole not to depart Town without leave.
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Tuesday, December 22ª 1778.
The Board met
Present
His honor the Governor
Richard Wylly
Charles Kent
Samuel Miller
David Lewis
John Lindsay
John Keebler.
The Governor informed the Board, that being applied to Gen- eral Williamson for an advance of £5000. to Mr. George White- field to enable him to purchase and lay in provision for the use of the Carolina Militia; when they come over to the defence of this State; and that the Governor, not being able to convene a Council, had accordingly granted him the said advance
RESOLVED That the Board approve the same.
Upon the petition of Thomas Ross praying to be appointed Vendue-Master,
RESOLVED, That the prayer of the Petitioner be granted.
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December 23ª 1778.
The Board met
Present
His honor the Governor
Samuel Miller John Lindsay
John Keebler. David Lewis
Edward Davies waited on the Board and qualified as Auditor General to this State.
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ORDERED, That the Treasurers pay to Samuel Miller Esq. £343. 14. I. the said sum being advanced by him to the Com- missioners of trade for the town of Sunbury, and ordered to be paid out of the sum provided by the House of Assembly for carrying on their trade.
ORDERED, That the Treasurers pay to Adam Euick fII. 17. in full of his account for Candles, firewood &. supplied the Board.
December 26th 1778.
The Board met
Present
His honor the Governor
Richard Wylly David Lewis
John Lindsay John Keebler.
. WHEREAS, the Board did on the 17th day of December instant direct and order, that an election of Militia Officers, throughout the State under the late law should be held on such day ( within two months from the passing of the said law) as the former Colonel or other Commanding Officer should appoint. And whereas, there hath been in the County of Chatham an election for Captains and Subalterns for the several Companies. And the election of Field Officers is directed to be held, by Colonel Wal- ton on Thursday next. And whereas, under the. present alarm- ing situation of affairs, great inconveniences may arise in case an attack should be made before the Field Officers for the said County shall be elected in that the new elected Captains, and Subalterns, may, and do contend that the old Field Officers have no right to command them under their former Commissions
It is Therefore Resolved, That notwithstanding the said former order of Council. the election of Field-Officers for the said regi- ment of Chatham County, come on and be held on the present day
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at three O'Clock in the afternoon by all such persons as have a right to vote at the same pursuant to the said law. And that notice thereof be immediately given by advertisement throughout the Town, it being apprehended no inconvenience can arise front so short a notice; as most, if not all, the Officers having a right to vote are now in Town; and great inconveniences may, in the present times happen from doubts or disputes arising upon the subject.
ORDERED, That the Hinchen brook under the Command of Capt. Pray, and the Sloop commanded by Capt. Hague be imme- diately taken into public service, and the Council approve of a plan and proposals to Capt. Pray, and a letter to Capt. Hague written by the Governor this morning on the subject. .
The Town of Savannah being taken by the British Troops, on the twenty eighth of December put a final end to public business of a civil nature.
GEORGIA.
January 8th 1779.
The members chosen on the seventh of this instant by the Honorable House of Assembly. for a Council of this State, met at the House of Mathew Hobson in Augusta. and proceeded to the choice of a President. And adjourned till the meeting of the next Convention.
GEORGIA.
January 9th 1779.
Agreeable to resolve of Convention of the Representatives of the State of Georgia in Assembly met, which resolve is as follows viz,
RESOLVED. That the members chosen for a Council or a ma- jority thereof. act as a Committee, empowered by this convention. to recommend every thing they may think expedient in the place or -Tol ?
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of a Council for this State, until the Convention meet again to cloath them with power to act as an Executive Council.
Agreeable to said resolve we proceeded as follows viz, that taking into consideration our present distressed situation, find that we are not able to defend ourselves without an immediate supply of cash, therefore have made a draft which will appear by copies of letters taken.
RESOLVED, That Mr. Chairman and Humphry Welles Esq' wait on Mr. Wilson and Col' Greirson to consult these Gent. about guarding their fort.
Mr. Chairman and Humphrey Wells Esquire made a report that they waited on the said Gentlemen, who chearfully agreed to appropriate the use of their Forts for the good of the public and agreed that they might be immediately Garrisoned. It is therefore recommended to the Commanding Officer, to Garri- : son said Forts immediately; and also do his endeavor to have all the Canon collected together; and what is not in immediate action to be secured in some Fort. Also, it is further recom- mended that the Commanding Officer give orders to the Com- missary to supply those of the Militia, on duty that have horses, with provender until a Quarter Master be appointed for said purpose.
It is recommended to the Commanding Officer of the Town of Augusta, that he take particular notice of all those persons that have moved their property and do not return to defend this State in her present distress; and make a proper return of them to this Committee so that they may know how to distinguish between the brave and cowardly, in order that they may be dealt with, at a future day according to their merit.
ORDERED That Major Martin be summoned to answer for his past conduct.
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The Committee then adjourned till to-morrow morning ten O'Clock.
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Sunday January Ioth 1779-
The Committee met according to adjournment, and proceeded to take into consideration an Express received from Colº Me Murphy of Burke County; which Express is as follows.
Burke County Court House 9th Jan' 1779. D' Sir,
. Colº Pugh, agreeable to the orders of your honorable House of Assembly, ordered a general Muster; few has as yet met, I believe owing to a meeting ordered by the enemies of the United States for we are told that one Scruggs, brought up a proclama- tion from Colº Campbell, Commander of the Kings Troops, and there was yesterday upwards of two hundred of that party met, and they have agreed for to send the proclamation privately through the Country for to have the contents agreed to. And Colº John Thomas and some others is actually gone to the King's Troops as we suppose for to solicit their protection.' For God's sake send us immediate assistance, least the friends to the State fall a sacrifice to the vengeance of the diabolical enemy. I be- lieve we could raise a majority in our favour could we have as- sistance immediately. I had a talk with some of the head men from the Creek-Nation which is more favorable than you have heard, excuse me not sending you a copy as I am all confusion and am D' Sir
Your most ob' & Most humb' Sert ,
The above approved of by us
DANI Me MURPITY
JOHN FULTON FRANCIS PUGH HENRY JONES WILLIAM BARRON
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And maturely considering the said Express, it is recommended that the Commanding Officer raise all the Militia he can and after leaving proper guards, in the Forts before mentioned repair with the remainder of the Troops and some Cannon to join our good friends in Burke County and there consult the Officers of that County where it may be most expedient to raise a standing Camp for their safety, and then proceed against our enemies and the disaffected people of this, and the United States, as they may think most expedient; and that Colo Me Murphy be requested to act as Commissary to provide all necessary provisions for the militia after they are embodied in that County, as he has hereto- fore had money lodged in his hands for the use of this State- It is recommended to the commanding Officer to hire a horse to carry the express to Colo MeMurphy, and if one cant be hired, that there should be one pressed with all expedition.
WHEREAS, Mr. Bonner Commissary has made information that there is a great need of salt for the use of the public, and that a certain Benjamin Bowers has a quantity lodged at Mr. Hicks which he has offered to sell him. We therefore, recom- mend that Mr. Bonner take as much of the said salt as may be wanting for our present necessity, and make a just return thereof.
Mr. George Philips is employed to go with the above men- tioned express to Col' MeMurphy under promise from this Com- mittee that he shall be well compensated in future.
Major Martin appeared according to summons and gave such excuse as made full satisfaction for his not appearing at a certain alarm that was fired the other night.
It is recommended that the commanding Officer appoint a Quarter Master, and that if they cannot hire waggons, and horses they press for the present expedition.
The Committee then adjourned till ten O'Clock to-morrow-
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Monday 11th January 1779.
Met according to adjournment
It is recommended that all the Militia Officers act until the new election take place, specified by a late Militia Law.
It is recommended to the Commanding Officer to take a Sur- geon; and that Humphry Wells Jun' be employed on this occa- sion, if it be agreeable to him, and take medicines with him; and bring in his charge at a future day.
Wrote a letter to General Lincoln and took a Copy.
Just received intelligence by the person appointed by the Chair- man agreeable to order of the late convention which is trans- initted to writing and delivered to Mr. Chairman.
The Committee adjourned till Io O'Clock to-morrow.
Tuesday 12th January 1779.
The Committee met according to adjournment; and adjourned till II O'Clock to-morrow
Wednesday 13th January.
The Committee met according to adjournment. And received a letter from Colº Ingram, wrote an answer and took a copy. And adjourned till 10 O'Clock to-morrow morning.
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Thursday 14th January.
The Committee met according to adjournment Took into con- sidleration a Ittter received from Colº Ingram last night, part of which was a request for some Continental money. The Commit- tee considered that he could not well do without, borrowed one thousand dollars of Colo Marbury to whom they made then- selves liable in behalf of the Public, that it shall be paid in one month or sooner, if public money should come into their hands; which was sent to Colo Ingram as will appear by a receipt given by his Express for said sum of money. Also sent Colº Ingram a letter and took a Copy, in answer to his letter we received last night by his Express.
The Committee adjourned till II O'Clock to-morrow morning.
Friday January 15th
The Committee met according to adjournment.
Sundry persons to the number of twenty eight going to our Camp in Burke County applying for ammunition,
ORDERED, That they be supplied with one quarter of a pound of powder and half a pound of lead each.
It being represented that the Fort, containing our ammunition, was not sufficiently guarded,
ORDERED, That the guard be reinforced.
The Committee then adjourned till 10. O'Clock to-morrow morning.
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Saturday 16th January 1779.
The Committee met agreeable to adjournment.
Taking into consideration an Express from Colº Ingram, wrote him an answer and took a copy. In consequence of which it was agreed to meet to-morrow and send an Express to Genl. Lincoln.
. The Committee then adjourned till 9 O'Clock to-morrow.
Sunday January 17.
The Committee met according to adjournment.
Wrote a letter to General Lincoln, took a Copy and enclosed him some copies of our Military proceedings sent us by Cole Ingram,
The Committee then adjourned till 9 O'Clock to-morrow.
Monday January 18.
The Committee met according to adjournment.
And adjourned till 12. O'Clock to-morrow.
Tuesday January 19.
The Committee met agreeable to adjournment And received by the return of the Express which was sent to General Lincoln and
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others, for Money, by the hands of Edmund Bugg; And received four thousand Continental dollars sent by John Houston Esquire.
January 215 1779. The Members chosen for the Executive Council met according to adjournment, and closing the poll cf said election, it appeared that William Glascock Esquire was chosen President, who was then qualified by the Speaker, and proceeded with the Council to business-
Friday January 22™ª The Council Met, and paid Abram Spears two hundred and seven Continental dollars which they had con- tracted with him, for riding an Express; Also paid Colº Mar- bury one thousand dollars, that they borrowed for the use of Colº Ingram.
Sunday January 24th The Council met, and agreeable to a resolve of the honorable House of Assembly dated January 23™ we have purchased one hundred and thirty seven bushels and a half of Salt, for which, we paid three thousand and twenty five Continental dollars. two hundred and thirty two of which was borrowed from John Walton Esq.
The Council then appointed John Wilkinson to be their Clerk. And Daniel Danielly to be Messenger.
January 26th The Council met,- A return being made from the County of Wilkes for Officers elected for said County Viz,
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John Dooly, Colonel; Elijah Clark, Lieutenant Colonel; and Børwell Smith Major; Commissions were accordingly made out and delivered.
January 27th The Council met.
Inclosed, in a letter to Capt Barnet (copy taken) the copy of the resolve of the late House of Assembly, requesting him to ciraft his Militia.
January 28th The Council met.
WHEREAS, this State is at this time, in the utmost distress for cash to answer sundry purposes, and Daniel Wallcon informing this Board that he is in debt to the public, paid three hundred and seventeen pounds, ten shillings Sterling, under a promise that it should be good for so much against his bond, he has given to the public.
January 29th The Council met.
ORDERED, That Col' Rae be requested to move all the Cannon from Mr. Wilsons Fort, the small, to his own Fort, and the large, to Colº Hammonds; likewise all the ammunition in the Magazine at said Mr. Wilsons Fort, to his own.
WHEREAS, this State is at this time in the utmost distress for cash to answer sundry purposes, and Daniel Wallicon informing this Board that he is in debt to the public; paid five hundred and twenty pounds, sixteen shillings and six pence sterling. under a
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promise that it shall be good for so much against his bond, he has given to the public.
March 28. Agreeable to an order of Council formerly made for paying Mr. Asa Emanuel, for riding an Express from Au- gusta to General Lincoln, and paid him the sum of fifty pounds sterling and took his receipt for the same.
Thursday June 17. The Council met, and took into considera- tion General Lincolns recommendation to the inhabitants of the State of Georgia, and recommended to Colo Dooly to put it in execution.
. Wednesday June 23rd The Council met.
Made out a Commission for John Twiggs Esq. for Colº ci Burke County, bearing date the 26th day of January last past.
A return being made from the County of Richmond and Au- gusta District, for Field Officers elected for the lower battalion viz George Wells. Colonel; George Wyche Lieutenant Colonel. & Daniel Wallicon, Major; Commissions were made out & de- livered, bearing date the fifteenth day of June 1779.
Friday June 25. The Council met,
Made out instructions and orders for Colo Dooly, for this ex- pedition.
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Saturday June 26th The Council Met.
It is recommended by this Council to Col" Dooly, as soon as he can have an opportunity, to order Colº Baker, with all his men under his Command to join him.
It is also, recommended, that all prizes taken by the Militia now acting in this State, under the command of the said Colo Dooly, should be disposed of as recommended by His Excellency General Lincoln; and that all share alike in all prizes taken by any part or parties of the present detachment : provided never- theless, that if any effects be taken wherein there may be a proba- bility that such effects does not belong to the person or persons which they are taken from, at the time of taking them, that they shall not be disposed of till they are ten days published or adver- tised in Main Camp, so that if they should belong to a friend of the States; they may have an opportunity of getting their prop- erty on paying one sixth part of the value thereof. And it is our opinion that Colº Baker as well as all other forces now in arms in this State is, and has been under the Command of Colo Dooly ever since his appointment of Colº Commandant.
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