James Robertson Papers
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Forwarded Post Notes
Money dispensed to settle debts prior to Captain O'Hara's appointment to Quartermaster General.
James Robertson PapersFor God's Sake, Delay the Money no Longer
Craig laments that Hodgdon has not sent money to discharge the engagements he is under during Hodgdon's administration. Note that for God's sake, he should delay the money no longer
James Robertson PapersExtracts from letters of Brigadier General James Wilkerson and Samuel Henley, commissary military stores
Extracts from letters of Brigadier General James Wilkerson and Samuel Henley, commissary military stores and extract of General Wilkerson's orders. Appears there are great complaints on the packing up …
James Robertson PapersExpenses for Erecting the Magazine and Barracks
Expenses for erecting the magazine and barracks are to be paid by the Quarter Master General.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Post Notes
Per orders of Secretary of War, Howell enclosed $500.00 of post notes for the Quartermaster's Department. Request receipt.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Letter to be Forwarded
Knox enclosed letter to Wilkinson, requests Craig forward document.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Letter for Colesworthy
Enclosed letter to Colesworthy, clerk to Hodgdon. Urgency in getting letter to him immediately. Hodgdon's family and General Knox are anxious to hear from him. Pressing matters of signing contractors …
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Bank Notes
Enclosed bank notes from Bank of United States, remit receipts.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Bank Notes
Enclosed bank notes from the Bank of the United States to be given to Capts Crawford and Biggs for appointments. Requested information on their acceptance of refusal of promotion.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Bank Notes
By direction of the Secretary of War, Howell enclosed bank notes to Craig for appointments. Request correspondence on whether or not officers accept or decline appointments.
James Robertson PapersEmployment
Enclosed personal items for Craig's "amiable Lady" and request that the bearer of the letter, John, be employed by Craig.
James Robertson PapersDisappointment Over Lack of Remittances
Expresses disappointment over lack of remittances. Has borrowed money from friends. Reports that pack horseman named Gettimy is asking for pay.
James Robertson PapersDelivery of Sugar and Coffee, and Compliments
Enclosed is Dorsey's bill for load of sugar and coffee, forwarded by Anderson, the bearer of the letter. Respectful compliments to General Nevil's family and Mrs. Craig.
James Robertson PapersDelivery of Indian Goods
Expectation of Indian goods to be forwarded. Knox requested supplies for 100 men to Fort Franklin as soon as possible. Money to be forwarded, mentioned taking extra care of powder.
James Robertson PapersDefense
Knox believed Cornplanters fears were justified, request for militia to defend Fort Franklin. List of ammunition forwarded by the governor. Discussed defense of frontier.
James Robertson PapersCost of Supplies, Updates on Current Stores
Cass finally arrived, now making arrangements to send reinforcements to Fort Franklin. Cost estimates by Turnbull and Marnie to be sent to Knox by this post. Enclosed list of stores, noted shortage …
James Robertson PapersContracting Work
Crafting of cannons and camp kettles need workmen; orders to contract for labor. Finished items to be forwarded by Major Smiths detachment.
James Robertson PapersCompensation
Compensation for additional service promised. Updates on forges and clothing.
James Robertson PapersCare of Powder
Notification of powder delivery, advised extreme care of delivery. Advised putting powder in flannel or canvas bags.
James Robertson PapersCaptain Prior and Wabash Indians; Expected Arrival of Cornplanter and Senecas
Captain Prior and party of Wabash Indians with interpreters arrived at the Post and will set off in a few days for Philadelphia. Cornplanter said to be on his way with party of Senecas.
James Robertson PapersCaptain Crawford's Receipt
Captain Crawford's receipt for $200 has been delivered to Mr. Howell, the accountant.
James Robertson PapersBoat Construction
Boats previously purchased did not suit need to transport horses so Craig has contracted the construction of wider boats. Provisions and ammunition sent to Fort Franklin.
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