James Robertson Papers
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Indian Interpreter Mr. Wilson; Packages; Recruits on the March to Pittsburgh
Mr Wilson, interpreter, has set out for Niagara to attend the commissioners at proposed Indian Treaty. Asks that Craig forward packages containing Indian goods to Fort Washington, addressed to General …
James Robertson PapersIndian Accounts; Shipments of Clothing
Will advise on what will be done with Indian accounts. Encloses invoice of clothing. Mentions shipment of cavalry and infantry clothing.
James Robertson PapersImportant Dispatches; Clothing Infected with Yellow Fever
Send off an express boat well armed with dispatches for General Wayne. Forward clothing under Lieutenant Colonel Clarke and detachment under Lieutenant Read. Wants to know when Craig has forwarded …
James Robertson PapersImportant Dispatches Not Properly Conveyed
Secretary Knox Is apprehensive that Major Craig forwarded an important packet on a loaded boat. All express boats should be light and well armed. Gives instructions to push off everything for …
James Robertson PapersHiring Interpreter
Interpreter, William Wilson for the Shawnee and Delaware Indians found in next town. He was present at Beaver Creek during the killing of friendly Indians and now travels to Philadelphia to serve on …
James Robertson PapersFurnish Major General Charles Scott with means to descend Ohio River to Fort Washington
Furnish Major General Charles Scott with a good keel boat and two sets of good hands in order to descend the Ohio River to Fort Washington. Scott is the bearer of dispatches.
James Robertson PapersForwarding of Nails, Iron, and Clothing
At request of Quarter Master General, bearer brings iron, and nails. At Secretary of War's request, forwards remains of the hundred complete suits of clothing, to make up for deficiencies.
James Robertson PapersForwarding of Money; Shipment of Stores
Draft in favor of Mr. Butler paid; $5000 forwarded by last post. Many stores have been shipped.
James Robertson PapersForwarding of Ammunition to Pittsburg
Will forward supply of flints, powder, military stores from Philadelphia to Pittsburg.
James Robertson PapersForwarding Money; Post at Wheeling; Indian Baggage
Reports that $5000 sent as requested. Directs suspension of erection of post at Wheeling because of state of waters. Laments late arrival Indian baggage.
James Robertson PapersForward Payroll with Security Provided Enroute from Pittsurg
Colonel Mentges will bring money for the army to Pittsburg. Must be sent off in armed boat. Either Major Winston, Major Cass or Captain Crawford is to take charge of money. Has ordered clothing from …
James Robertson PapersExpect to Hear Directly from Secretary of War
Hodgdon had conference with Secretary of War who will contact Craig directly. System is now very rigid. The least departure therefrom, results in censure.
James Robertson PapersEstimate of Expenses; Dispatches for General Wayne
Estimate of expenses will be analyzed. Notes that expenses have already exceeded estimates. Asks that dispatches for General Wayne be secretly delivered by express boat.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Money for Quartermaster's Department
Enclosed money for Quartermaster's Department by order of Sec. of War. Details on shipping clothing and equipment for artillery and cavalry.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed List of Sundry Articles, Indian Relations
Enclosed list of sundry articles that must be purchase along with letter from Quartermaster General specifying the need to purchase items. Mentioned Seneca Indians at Niagara, desire for for treaty.
James Robertson PapersDrafts; Captain Prior's Baggage; Newspapers
Discusses draft in favor of Mr. Butler. Hopes Captain Prior's baggage will not long detain him. Mentions newspapers forwarded belong to James O'Hara. Respects to family.
James Robertson PapersDispatches for Major General Wayne; Pay Matters
Dispatches for Major General Wayne will be sent forward upon arrival. boats are ready to carry the troops on the march from Carlisle. Will pay attention to instructions respecting paying the troops on …
James Robertson PapersDispatches for Major General Wayne
Directs Craig to forward dispatches for Major General Wayne. Requests report on state of Ohio River. Detachment ordered from Carlisle has not commence march.
James Robertson PapersDelivery of Post Notes; Articles Wanting; Wabash Indians
Send $5000 in post notes, part of $40,000 in requisition. Asks for articles wanting, so as to prioritize the shipments. Wabash Indians under Captain Prior, left Philadelphia for Pittsburg in two four …
James Robertson PapersDelivery of pay, General Putnam's papers, Congressional Committee report
Mr. Fisher came forward with Dr. Carmichael with the cash to pay the army. Will send box of papers which General Putnam brought from Fort Washington. Accounts remain with auditor. Comments on …
James Robertson PapersDelivery of Packets and Letters; Whiskey Supplies
Will send forward packets and letters with Lieutenant Underhill to Fort Washington. Mentions Governor St. Clair. Discusses contractor agent and the availability of whiskey to troops. Has provided for …
James Robertson PapersDelivery of Money, Clothing, Arms, Powder, and Lead
Sends $2500 for public use in Quarter Master's Department. Provides guidance for drawing future sums. Reports on delivery of clothing, arms, powder, lead.
James Robertson PapersDelivery of Letters to Fort Washington; State of the River; Attendance on Indians
Lieutenant Tinley set of for Fort Washington with letters; he will take charge of stores forwarded there since Captain Pike's departure. Captain Pratt will set off in a few days. Makes mention of …
James Robertson PapersDelivery of Letters and Money
Received letters, including those for General Wayne at Legion Ville. Mentions delivery of money and Doctor Carmichael. Reference to Colonel Procter and powder.
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