Isaac Craig
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Regarding the Weekly Return of Stores and Regulations Pertaining
Knox hopes that Craig will continue to forward weekly returns of stores. Has written to General Wayne relative to regulations that will give directions.
James Robertson PapersRegarding the Rejection of Woolen Overalls
Knox expresses surprise over the rejection of woolen overalls, since he took measures to have them inspected. It had been reported to him that every article passed inspection.
James Robertson PapersRegarding the Receipt and Management of Clothing for the Army
Discusses the procedures for disposition and accounting for clothing for army.
James Robertson PapersRegarding the duties of bearer, Mr. Henley
Mentions the bearer as Mr. Henley, who goes forward to serve with Army as conductor of military stores. He is to deliver to Craig a horse, saddle, bridle, and cloth. Pays respects to Mrs. Craig, the …
James Robertson PapersRegarding Secretary of War Request for Vouchers and List of Outstanding Debts
Secretary of War directs that vouchers be forwarded with list of outstanding debts.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Quality of Powder Forwarded
Powder forwarded in point of strength is high quality. Some may not be fine as desired, or average more than double London proof. Some sufficiently fine grain. Sieves will separate it.
James Robertson PapersRegarding issue of warrants
Says he was assured by Colonel Hamilton that a warrant should issue for a part of the balance due. Has sent repeatedly.
James Robertson PapersRegarding General Account on Basis of Vouchers
Has make out general account from vouchers on hand. Balance against Craig until more of advances taken up by full settlement. Encloses current account.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Deficient Articles of Military and Quarter Master Stores
Transmits a copy of Hodgdon's letter enclosing explanation respecting deficient articles of military and quarter master stores.
James Robertson PapersRegarding case of Michael Stevor
Samuel Hodgdon will inquire into the case of Michael Stevor and will be punished if he deserves it.
James Robertson PapersRegarding accounts and vouchers
Discusses accounts. Will make last entries in general statement. Vouchers will arrive shortly; upon arrival will close accounts. Wrote previous day by Mr. Henley. Have been very busy.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Accounts
Was glad that money forwarded was safely at hand. Discusses Mr. Read. Asks to deliver enclosed letters and sends respects to Mrs. Craig and family.
James Robertson PapersReceived Estimate for Work at Fort Pitt
Knox has received the estimate for the works at Fort Pitt. It looks to be more expensive than Knox was expecting, but he trusts that Craig will justify the cost.
James Robertson PapersReceipt for Rifle Shipment
Notification that the receipt from Thomas Martin and James Silver for transport of the remaining boxes of rifles is enclosed.
Papers of Major General Edward HandReceipt for Payments: Captain Sparks, Lieutenant Vance, Captain Briggs
Receipt for payments: Captain Sparks, Lieutenant Vance. This completes payments intended for Captain Briggs.
James Robertson PapersQuartermaster to Pay Off Debts
Quartermaster General to travel to Pittsburgh to pay off all debts to contractors.
James Robertson PapersProving Powder, Questions on Casting Arms
Recommends proving each cask of powder as it arrives. Asks about Turnbull and Marnie casting a few tons of shot.
James Robertson PapersProve Shot
Expressed disappointment in poor shot, advised proving shot before order is cast. Request receipts from order.
James Robertson PapersProve Shot
Orders to prove shot to be delivered by Turnbull and Marnie. Clothing to be forwarded after recruits are clothed.
James Robertson PapersPromise of Increased Wages; appointment as Deputy Quarter Master General
Discusses Craig's duties and inadequate pay, with promises to increase wages.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndProcedure for Advances in Western Territory
Mr. Lanclive left for Philadelphia on previous day on return to Western Territory. Mr. Colesworthy made a mistake in accounting. Describes procedures for future conduct of transactions in the …
James Robertson PapersPersonal Sentiments
Enclosed letter to his wife to be forwarded. Muses over friendship and personal matters.
James Robertson PapersPayment of Bills
Quarter cask (barrel) of imported sherry forwarded per request. Settlement of bills discussed, urgency required as they have been left unpaid for too long.
James Robertson Papers
