Isaac Craig
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Arrival of General Wilkinson
Major Craig annouces the arrival of General Wilkinson to Samuel Hodgdon. Craig mentions that Wilkinson's arrival has resulted in additional business for the Quartermasters Department.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Any Connection to the New Secretary?
Major Craig asks Samuel Hodgdon if he has any connection with the new Secretary at War which may aid Craig's cause.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Abstracts of Stores
Major Craig sends abstracts of stores to Samuel Hodgdon, notes some errors in previous invoices and returns.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Missing Abstract
Major Craig forwards a missing abstract to Samuel Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Man Skilled at Window Glass Making
Craig asks Hodgdon to inquire of his friends in Boston respecting a man skilled in window glass making.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)"Democratic Influence" in Government
Due to the military reductions that were occasioned by a new "democratic influence" in government, Major Craig offers sympathies to Samuel Hodgdon for being removed from office. Craig also expresses …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)"Artful Democrats" and Federal Reactions
Major Isaac Craig discusses accounting matters with Samuel Hodgdon. Craig also solicits political opinions regarding the "artful democrats" and Federalist reactions.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Removal from Office
Mentioned obtaining pot ash, per Hodgdon's request. Brought up being removed from office to be replaced by "some favorite", Craig sought Gen. Irvine's opinion on matter. Craig believed Hodgdon acted …
James Robertson PapersPromotion and Secrets
Astounded that the General, to take over Hodgdon's position, has not called upon Hodgdon's office. Craig hopes its not that he has declined the position, although Craig believes he will tire of the …
James Robertson PapersPolitical Power and Settlement of Accounts
Craig believed Hodgdon's removal from office was to create a vacancy for Gen. Irvine. Craig surprised Irvine would want to take on a job that required attention to detail and calculations. Craig …
James Robertson PapersOutfitting Cannons, Lost Election
Cannons were received a while ago, General directed they be mounted on carriages immediately. Received notification that the "good old man" has lost the election.
James Robertson PapersGlass Works and Pay for Read
Hopes to maintain correspondence regardless of Hodgdon's future pursuits. Requests selling price of pot ash and pearl ash. Inquires due to the increase in glass manufacture. Anticipated free time …
James Robertson PapersElection of President, Craig's Retirement
Wilkinson left Pittsburgh for the "seat of Government" at the beginning of the month, mentioned that gossip believed he would become Secretary of War while retaining his rank in the army. Mentioned …
James Robertson PapersDelayed Arrival and Promotion of General
Mail just arrived from the East, delay due to impassible conditions of the Susquehanna. Cannons of varying weights have arrived, destined for Presque Isle or Le Boeuf. Carriages for cannons to be …
James Robertson PapersConstruction of Gun Carriages and New Administration
White oak of good quality has been on hand for 2 years and is being used by the carpenter and smith to construct gun carriages for the cannons shipped to Pittsburgh. Mentioned Congressional approval …
James Robertson PapersClothing Orders and Compensation
In the future, clothing orders will be packed up based on the needs of entire companies. Details on obtaining compensation for services rendered the Ordnance and Clothing Departments.
James Robertson PapersClothing Order and Reimbursement
Details of clothing shipped to several posts per General's orders. Mentioned claim Craig filed for extra services rendered to the military and the manner in which it was treated by McHenry and …
James Robertson PapersClothing Delivery to Fort Massac and Fort Adams
Craig packing clothing for troops at Fort Pickering and Fort Adams which is proving "most troublesome" due to General's instructions. Craig must open and repack all boxes and irregularities still …
James Robertson PapersCannon Carriages and Clothing
Noted mistake of receiving too many of one type of cannon as "extraordinary indeed." Carriages for guns being constructed by workmen. Craig reported that he has repacked and assembled a years worth …
James Robertson PapersBuilding Town and Appointment
Mounting of cannons on carriages is going forward, contracts for shell and shot have been made. Ten of the guns are already at Presque Isle. Col. Strong and his troops encamped on good ground …
James Robertson Papers
