James Robertson Papers
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Charges for Clothing
Abstract of Quartermaster's Stores purchased and manufactured received. Problems with charges of clothing delivered to S. Vance and his regiments. Advised Craig not to blend charges in his accounts.
James Robertson PapersChanges to Quartermaster's Department, Power of Attorney
Mentioned changes to tasks and processes in the Quartermasters Department and to the present arrangement of the army. Discussed method to transfer power of attorney.
James Robertson PapersChanges and Relocation of Capitol
Order to move to City of Washington just received, it is said the President wanted to have all Public Offices open at that location by the fifteenth of the month. Recent changes are great and …
James Robertson PapersCertificate of Identity and Land Warrants
Letter received c/o Mr. Bever; Johnston's warrant cannot be obtained for lack of "certificate of identity." Hodgdon will give Bever Johnson's warrants in time for the lottery, once proper …
James Robertson PapersBills, Transportation of Supplies, and Elections
States elections in Pennsylvania are "generally against the Federal interest." Requests to be informed on whether or not Capt. Turner has paid his bill, discussed the unusual detention of his box. …
James Robertson PapersAssistant and T. Francis
Will examined documents from Craig after current project for Congress is finished. Agreed one assistant at Pittsburgh would be sufficient. Noted Tench Francis died last evening.
James Robertson PapersAssistance to Tracy
Requested Craig assist Uriah Tracy who is a visiting senator from Connecticut. Requested Craig furnish a letter of introduction for Tracy if he required one to complete his business.
James Robertson PapersApproval of Quartermaster General
Fearful Hodgdon will not be able to make necessary purchases in a timely manner. Described current relationship Secretary of War as amiable, and that he (Hodgdon) seeks only to fulfill his position …
James Robertson PapersAccounting and Procuring Workmen
Once demands are acknowledged, Hodgdon will send along as many more as Craig requests. Will find W. Price and send along Craig's wishes. Informed that the best workmen in the country are in Albany, …
James Robertson PapersAccounting
Enclosed requested clothing vouchers that will allow Craig to settle with Capt. Vance. All annuities have gone forward. Questioned outcome of Rivardi's future. City remains healthy, business is …
James Robertson PapersAccount Sent
Armourers accounts returned, Hodgdon doubted Craig had received them yet.
James Robertson Papers[Copy of a Letter from William Simmons the Accountant War Department to John Donaldson Esp, Comptroller General of the State of Pennsylvania, Lancaster]
Discussed rate of compensation for Paymaster by comparison of pay allowed other Paymasters from various states.
James Robertson PapersRemoval 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 PapersNotification of Received Payment
Addressed to the Gazette of the United States, received payment.
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 Papers
