Isaac Craig
1045 documents
Water transportation for the Indian Chiefs and Captain Prior
Knox asks that Craig furnish Captain Prior and the Indian Chiefs under his care the means of transportation by water from Pittsburgh to Fort Washington. Make their accommodations safe and comfortable.
James Robertson PapersTransmittal of Money; Captain Pratt's Detachment
Samuel Hodgdon will transmit $3000. In future, no money will be advance but upon previous estimate. Mentions holding part of Captain Pratt's detachment until they receive orders.
James Robertson PapersStatement of Craig's Character
Acknowledges receipt of letter. Supposes that some hasty omission has been highly blazoned. Considers Major Craig's experience, industry and integrity as highly useful and valuable to public service.
James Robertson PapersShipments of Clothing to Commanders of Corps
Discusses contract for clothing. Gives recommendations on how to ship the clothing to its destinations, respective Corps, along with invoices. Wants to avoid packages shipping without knowledge of …
James Robertson PapersShipments of Clothing for Troops
Secretary of War requests that Craig send 110 suits of infantry clothing complete to Pittsburg and issued to troops at Fort Franklin, Pittsburg, Wheeling, and men directed to man the boats. Sent the …
James Robertson PapersShipment of Powder
Quantity of powder to be shipped immediately. Make return of quantity confirmed.
James Robertson PapersSecretary at War discusses status of stores with Major Craig
Knox directs the allocation of funds and supplies in support of current operations.
Isaac Craig PapersReturns of Ordnance and Military Stores; the Matter of Craig's Compensation
Received returns of ordnance and military stores. Asks for monthly returns. Addresses Craig's rate of compensation. Does not believe Craig entitled to separate compensation for erection of block …
James Robertson PapersRequest to Forward Letter to Lieutenant Robert Thompson
Request to forward letter to Lieutenant Robert Thompson at Pittsburg.
James Robertson PapersRequest for white wampum and qualified Delaware and Shawanese interpreters
Federal commissioners advise Major Craig they have dispatched Six Nations interpreter Jasper Parrish to Philadelphia to procure white wampum. They ask Craig to dispatch 40 to 50,000 white wampum. They …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3dRequest for Interpreter of Shawanese and Delaware tongue
Knox asks about a man at Fort Pitt, who was an excellent interpreter of Shawanese and perhaps Delaware tongue. Hodgdon forgot his name. He serves as boat pilot on Ohio River. Knox wants to employ …
James Robertson PapersReported Victory; Death of Troops
Wishes the report of Major General Wayne's victory were true, but likely same report, also untrue, which surfaced ten days ago. Lieutenant Lowrey and ten privates killed. Instructs Craig not to delay …
James Robertson PapersRegarding Whether Shipped Clothing is Infected with Yellow Fever
Knox provides physician opinion upon the probability of Yellow Fever being contained in the clothing: which states that one should unpack the clothing, expose them to air and then smoke them for …
James Robertson PapersRegarding the Defective Manner in which the Quarter Master General Left his Business
Notes that Samuel Hodgdon, agent of Quarter Master General, has paid Craig's bill for $1100 and will write on subject of future drafts. Complains of the defective manner in which the Quarter Master …
James Robertson PapersRegarding Suspicions of Double Dealings
Colonel Nevil delivered documents necessary to procure payment of St. Clair's transportation. Discusses new home in Philadelphia, where he enjoys his friends. Says he knows of no enemies of Craig. …
James Robertson PapersRegarding Quarter Master General's Complaints
Discusses arrival of money to Craig. Has not seen letter Craig sent to Secretary of War and wonders what Quarter Master General O'Hara complains of. All of the indent is forwarded, together with …
James Robertson PapersRegarding estimates for expenses
Acknowledges receipt of letters. Estimates will be taken into consideration and the result communicated.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Drafts from Mr. McKinley
Waiting on directions from Secretary of War regarding letter from Mr. McKinley, who presented drafts for $1104. Secretary of War has warranted acceptance, but notes that no further advances can be …
James Robertson PapersRegarding Accounts, Transactions, Indian Expenses
Discusses accounts, transactions, Indian expenses. Mentions Colonel Nevill, Captain Prior, Fisher, and Mr. O'Hara.
James Robertson PapersReceipt of Letters and Returns
Knox acknowledges receipt of letters and returns of stores, and of articles forwarded to several posts and issues at Pittsburg.
James Robertson PapersReceipt of Letters
Received letters and enclosures addressed to Secretary of War.
James Robertson PapersReceipt of letter and copy of return
Received letter and enclosures. Requested return shall be copied and returned next post.
James Robertson PapersReceipt of Account of Stores; Payment of Turnbull and Marmies
Acknowledges receipt of account of stores. Has written to O'Hara to pay Turnbull and Marmies' account.
James Robertson PapersProtection for Bearer of Money
Requests protection for Jacob H[a]deman who was entrusted with transporting money down the Ohio River for army.
James Robertson Papers
