Tennessee State Library and Archives: Archives and Manuscripts Section
903 documents
Statement 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 of War Addresses the Chickasaw Nation
Mentions meeting in Sandusky for peace treaty. Notified Chickasaws that they can obtain wanted arms, ammunition, and corn from the General of the Army at Fort Washington.
James Robertson 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 PapersReturn of Powder, Arrival of Ammunition, Availability of Lead
Encloses return of powder. Lead and musket ball sent to Legion Ville and will soon be worked up into cartridges. Mentions a Frenchman from Sandusky offering lead for good terms when considering the …
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
On behalf of commissioners, Pickering laments that the white wampum has not arrived from New York or Albany. Therefore, ask Major Craig's help in obtaining a quantity, not exceeding 80,000.
James Robertson PapersRequest 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 PapersReport on troops under Major General Wayne
Troops under Major General Anthony Wayne embarked in good order for Fort Washington, in high spirits, with boats well fitted for transportation. Should reach Fort Washington in six days.
James Robertson PapersReport on Movements of Troops and Expenditures
Lieutenant Glenn with detachment of Rifle Corps and Cornet Brick with dismounted Dragoons, have embarked. Governor St. Clair has left. Mentions departure of Captain Lewis and Pike detachments. …
James Robertson PapersRemittances, Payments, Shipments of Goods
Reports on receipt of money and warrants. Makes mention of Captain Prior, Doctor Brown and Indian goods sent.
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 Knox's Request for Interpreters for Sandusky talks
Provides recommendations on interpreters. The man Hodgdon recommended has gone to Kentucky. Mentions Joseph Nicholas, an interpreter of several Indian languages. Craig will ascertain his abilities, …
James Robertson PapersRegarding Irregularities in Shipments of Clothing
Craig details the shipment of clothing to recipients and addresses correspondence from Captain Henley and General Wilkinson on irregularities in packing up and shipping clothing from Pittsburg to Fort …
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 Claims, Payments, Residence on Banks of Monongahela River
Discusses advances, certificates, payments and claims. Anticipates pleasure of Forest's company. Endeavors to render residence on banks of Monongahela River as agreeable as possible.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Accounts, Transactions, Indian Expenses
Discusses accounts, transactions, Indian expenses. Mentions Colonel Nevill, Captain Prior, Fisher, and Mr. O'Hara.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Accounts and Supplies
Mentions bills and remittances; Captain Prior. Hopes that Doctor Brown's pay is agreeable to draft. Is preparing supplies for current year.
James Robertson Papers
