...soon established in the region a territorial form of government under the formidable and misfit title "Territory of the United States of America, South of the River Ohio" — frequently for convenience designated as the "Southwest Territory." William Blount was chosen by...

...the administration of government. SEC. 2. All fines, penalties, and forfeitures, due and owing to the territory of the United States of America south of the river Ohio, shall inure to the use of the State. All bonds for performance, executed to the governor of the said...

...1790-1793 (part of 1 vol.). " Journal of the proceedings of William Blount, esq., governor in and over the Territory of the United States of America, south of the river Ohio, Oct. 1790-June 1793 ". Texas. Constitution and ordinances transmitted with letter of Leigh Chambers,...