James Robertson Papers
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Pay received by Capt. Daniel McLane, 1791 Nov 4-1792 Dec 31
Abstract of pay received by Daniel McLane. Note stating that McLane has received the sum specified and that Simmons has extra money in his possession.
James Robertson PapersPay for Troops and Compensation for "Deranged Officer"
Enclosed muster and pay rolls along with updates of several companies. Discussed compensation for Polhemus as a "deranged officer". List of vouchers enclosed.
James Robertson PapersOrdnance Stores to be Sent Forward
Transportation for Ordnance stores to forward posts along with falling axes, muskets cartridges, and powder. Requested howitzers cases be added to supplies sent forward.
James Robertson PapersNotification of Shipment
Enclosed copy of Quartermaster, Ordnance, and Hospital stores shipped on flat bottomed boat bound for Fort Massac with instructions to proceed to Natchez.
James Robertson PapersNewspapers and Returns
Packet of newspapers to be transported by mutual friend, Thomas Butler. Returns for Presque Isle to be transmitted with next post.
James Robertson PapersNew Regulations and Burned Printer's House
Notification that Craig will comply with new regulations. Disbanding cavalry and a note from the House of Representatives. Mentioned the burning of Brown the printer's house and the death of his …
James Robertson PapersMuster and Pay Rolls
Enclosed muster and pay rolls, noted enclosed of Maj. Toamy. Additional rolls from Fort Franklin, Le Boeuf, and Presque Isle to arrive soon.
James Robertson PapersMoney and Transportation of Package
Vowed to find Polhemus and get Craig's money. Mentioned package addressed to Col. Sargent contained a delicate thermometer and hoped it would reach Craig safely.
James Robertson PapersLost Mail
Draft against Hodgdon in favor of M. Castner for the payment of T. Byerson, merchant never delivered via post office. Craig requested that money be paid directly to Castner and if the draft ever …
James Robertson PapersLetters to be Forwarded
Letters directed to Wilkinson received, they will be forwarded to Detroit and Presque'isle respectively.
James Robertson PapersLetters Forwarded, Inventory of Stores
Letters addressed to the Gov. of Kentucky, St. Clair, and Col. Sergeant received, will be forwarded shortly. Thanks for handling his claim for compensation, enclosed accounts along with letter from …
James Robertson PapersLetters and Provisions Received, Documentation to Follow
Letters to several officers received. Noted all provisions received for Fort Pitt and for surrounding posts. Provisions distributed to contractor's agents.
James Robertson PapersLetter to Turner
Letter to Turner will be forwarded at the earliest opportunity. Enclosed receipt of money delivered to Turner.
James Robertson PapersLand Purchase and Accounts
Found letter covering Col. Forrest's duties and receipt of S. Hulings for coopering. Requested additional records on Hulings from Hodgdon. Requested Hodgdon oversee Col. Forrest's land purchase as he …
James Robertson PapersLand Purchase
Due to ice on the river and other matters in the Quartermasters Department, Craig cannot meet Addison near Dorsey. Craig reserves right to lots in town square in Mingo-Bottom, but authorized the sale …
James Robertson PapersLand Purchase
Thanked Hodgdon for supervising Col. Forrest during land purchase. Requested result of application to Congress for resurvey of land on the Ohio river. Some canons have arrived.
James Robertson PapersLand Purchase
Letters to Quartermaster General and Dr. Brown received and will be forwarded. Col. Forrest to attend to land purchase for Craig, Craig specified how Forrest should attend to the legal contracts and …
James Robertson PapersLabor for Road Repairs
Authorized a tomb stone for Red Pole's grave. All letters addressed to A. Wayne to be transmitted to McHenry. Road to Le Boeuf and Presque Isle requires a lot of labor for repairs and Craig …
James Robertson PapersInstructions for Cannons
Requests information on destination of cannons at Pittsbugh that were ordered to be dismounted by Hodgdon.
James Robertson PapersInquiry on Charges and Payment
Letter to Col. Sergeant received, will be forwarded by safe hand. Requested clarification on how to charge his services as Deputy Commissary of Provisions. Payment for J. Wrenshall.
James Robertson PapersIndians Travelling to Fort Washington
Notification that Indians will travel by boat to Fort Washington under the charge of Capt. Britt. Good relations b/w U.S. and Shawnee.
James Robertson PapersIndian Goods and General Return
Regrets for lack of information on Polhemus. General returns of stores enclosed. Noted General Wilkinson travel to Fort Washington.
James Robertson PapersIndian Goods and Construction of Barracks
Letter that arrived at Pittsburgh for E. Turner will be forwarded to his destination, Fort Washington. Indians goods for Chickasaws addressed to Quartermaster at Fort Washington. Attributed poor …
James Robertson PapersIndian Goods and Compensation for Service
Payment of P.Petil to be completed. Receipt of cash invoices for Indian goods due Pottawatomie, Kickapoo, Delaware, and Weea Nations. R. Cochran delivered Indian goods for Ottawa and Chippewas which …
James Robertson Papers
