James Robertson Papers
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Authorization
Authorized Isaac Craig, of the Department of the Quartermaster General to receive money and give orders regarding the agent James Miller.
James Robertson PapersAdjustments and Salaries
Not necessary for suspending commissary adjustment since it is not related to returns. Repeated attempts to obtain "certain papers" from Comptroller's Office with not effect. Requested assistance …
James Robertson PapersAdditional Names for Indian Annuities
Additional names of Nations to receive annuities are listed at bottom of letter.
James Robertson PapersAccounts Received
Accounts and vouchers received, will notify Craig of result from examination.
James Robertson PapersAccounts and Transport of Goods
Enclosed accounts of stores transported by J. McConahy's wagons. Waggoner will receive his whole pay at Pittsburgh. Enclosed list of changes to be voted on by Congress so as to keep Craig informed of …
James Robertson PapersAccounts and Transport of Goods
Discussed shipment of goods going to Natchez and method of payment. Will attempt to settle Campbell's accounts. Expects Craig to travel to Philadelphia in the distant future.
James Robertson PapersAccounts and Ranking System
Notification that E. Turner wished to forward money to his brother William Turner of Boston. Craig requested that Hodgdon allow Turner to draw against him and place amount against his account. …
James Robertson PapersAccounts and Cost of Printing
Enclosed sundry rolls and vouchers and disbursements made to the army agreeable to enclosed schedule. Received notification from Hagner that all accounts were accepted and paid except for the payment …
James Robertson PapersAccounts
Letter containing Ms. Helen's draft on her father received. Andrews business was settled. Upon examination of returns from Detroit, no hogshead mentioned. Mistake regarding J. Wallis' receipts. …
James Robertson PapersAccounting
Account information discussed, Craig has $3,000 to his debit which included the amount drafted in favor of C. Swan. Notification that Swan will examine all accounts in the future and all …
James Robertson Papers[Copy] Settlement of Accounts
Examined account of J. Gaither for payments made by him to Georgia yielded information that stated Gaither paid McLean at same time of McLean's resignation. Therefore McLean is charged by …
James Robertson Papers[Copy] Authorization to Draw on McHenry for Money Owed
Ordered Craig to draw upon McHenry for estimated monthly expenses, recruiting costs, and Capt. Miller's company.
James Robertson PapersWarrants, Land Rights, and Drafts
Johnston's warrant received. Fearing problems with the lottery for land, Craig delivered warrant to Messrs. Armstrong and Wells. Various accounts and drafts discussed
James Robertson PapersUse of Guns, Payment of Bills, "Last Regulation"
Guns being transported to Pittsburgh are not mounted, officer in Pittsburgh will direct the distribution of the guns and the use of carriages. Mentioned Turners unpaid bills. Wants to know the …
James Robertson PapersTravel Plans
Accounts and returns submitted by Craig will be examined. President expected to arrive in Philadelphia soon, Sec. of War will accompany him to the "New City" (City of Washington). Notification that …
James Robertson PapersTravel Plans
Quartermaster General traveling to Pittsburgh, Secretary of War and President expected in Philadelphia shortly. Secretary of Treasury travels to Connecticut. Best wishes for a better turn out in …
James Robertson PapersTransportation of Supplies and Forwarded Letter
Clothing ordered per request of Capt. Vance, Quartermaster General will deliver it to the Captain, if Craig is required to receive the supplies, Hodgdon will supply instructions as needed. Requested …
James Robertson PapersTransportation of Supplies
No returns for clothing supplied to troops in Pittsburgh are in hand. Arms and military supplies are en route for Craig. Reminded Craig of amount forwarded for Turner's sundries. Requested cost of …
James Robertson PapersTransportation of Provisions and Payment
Weather has proved to be favorable, no interruption to navigation of the Ohio river. Hospital stores have gone forward. Parker has made multiple requests for draft of money in Hodgdon's hands.
James Robertson PapersTransportation of Provisions
Clothing order discussed, believed soldier should have full dues, but no more. Remarked on quality of gun smithing of arms being shipped to Craig. Boxes containing stationary addressed to several …
James Robertson PapersTransportation of Provisions
Believed the want of appropriations was the reason for the delay in awarding Craig his claim. Cranberries have not arrived, river still free of ice but there is snow on the ground.
James Robertson PapersTransportation of Ammunition
Secretary of War unwell, Wilkinson to travel to springs in Virginia. Advised the ammunition be sent along to various destinations because the season is advanced and travel will soon be difficult.
James Robertson PapersSupplies and Treaty
Location of Turner's box unknown, suggested waggoner must be interviewed. Mentioned marching and counter marching, motive unknown. Official account of treaty yet to be received, commissioners will …
James Robertson PapersSettling Accounts and Quartermaster Generals Duties
Letter containing armourers account was received, letter to Capt. Turner that was also enclosed was forwarded. Abstracts for this past year were delayed due to the arrival of a General Order. …
James Robertson PapersSettling Account, Move to City of Washington
Account information pertaining to Col. O'Hara's settlement. No time to handle some accounting due to office being "on the wing" to settle in new offices in City of Washington. Barrel of coffee and …
James Robertson Papers
