Tennessee State Library and Archives: Archives and Manuscripts Section
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Settling Accounts and Quartermaster Generals Duties
Letter containing armourers account was received, letter to Capt. Turner that was also enclosed was forwarded. Abstracts for this past year were delayed due to the arrival of a General Order. …
James Robertson PapersSettling Account, Move to City of Washington
Account information pertaining to Col. O'Hara's settlement. No time to handle some accounting due to office being "on the wing" to settle in new offices in City of Washington. Barrel of coffee and …
James Robertson PapersSettlement of Accounts and News
Questions Craig on his reasoning for not taking a larger sum in order to settle remaining accounts. Claim for armourers will not be assessed until appropriations bill passes. No wagons have arrived …
James Robertson PapersSettlement of Accounts
If adjustments to accounts cannot be made with the Quartermaster General, Hodgdon will complete the necessary adjustments. Hodgdon anxious to settle business with Quartermaster General and close …
James Robertson PapersResignations and New Appointments
Discussed Col. Pickering's ailing health, the resignation of the Sec. of War, and the appointment of Dexter (from the Senate) to the post of Secretary of War.
James Robertson PapersResignations
All stores accounts stand fair on the public books I.E. accounts settled. Secretary of War resigned and retired, Gen. Marshall was asked to take position, but he declined. Noted Duane was a "liar …
James Robertson PapersReimbursement
Quartermaster General will admit armorers charges, but Hodgdon has not received the name of who is to receive the money.
James Robertson PapersReimbursement
Receipt for money advanced to Connolly received. Mentioned that Wilkins was not pleased that the accounts of the armorers was refused, and threatened he would in turn refuse requests made on the …
James Robertson PapersRecommendation of Glass Manufacturer
Believed the next time O'Hara visits Philadelphia it would be for seeking contracts. Stated that if O'Hara cannot make a contract profitable, no one could. Endorsed Mr. Hewes, the first manufacturer …
James Robertson PapersPayment of Turner, Location of Gibson
Requests information on progress of arrival, delivery, and payment of Capt. Turner's accounts by Craig. Did not have any information on a change in route of Capt. Gibson, but believed it was possible. …
James Robertson PapersPay and Credit to Accounts
Straightened out payment and credit to accounts of O'Hara, St. Clair, and Archibald Read. Credit to O'Hara's account.
James Robertson PapersNo Updates on Account of Armourer
Mentioned he wrote Quartermaster General on armourers accounts which were refused, but Hodgdon has not received a reply. Mentioned Congress still in session, but has not discussed any issues of …
James Robertson PapersNew Secretary of War and Future of the Agency
Dexter, new Secretary of War still getting his bearings. Uncertain of the "agency's" future with the move to the City of Washington.
James Robertson PapersMovement of Troops and Supplies
Several detachments of troops traveling to Pittsburgh, details on which troops and officers are marching. Supplies and ammunition are being transported to the Northern and North Western territories, …
James Robertson PapersMoney Allocated for Quartermaster General's Department
Sec. of War made liberal appropriations for pay which was previously a problem for the Quartermaster General's Department. Once appropriations bill is passed in Congress, it "will cure the …
James Robertson PapersMistaken Boxes
Feared Capt. Turner's box was sent to the wrong location as it never arrived at the store in Pittsburgh. Proposed a mix up with Capt. Butler's box, sent via Abraham Hare's wagon, and Capt. Turner's …
James Robertson PapersLand Warrants
Notification that J. Bever, land surveyor, will call upon Hodgdon for military land warrant. Bever en route to Philadelphia to attend drawing of lottery and to locate several land warrants currently …
James Robertson PapersGeneral Orders pertaining to agents of Quarter Master Department
Strictly outlines what temporary provisions and housing will be provided and how troops will conduct themselves. Discussed regulations governing building barracks and submission for reimbursement.
James Robertson PapersForwarded Mail
Glad to hear W. Price is with Craig, will forward chest if it is present. Requested Craig notify Turner that a package will be forwarded to him shortly. Mentioned that war was likely in Europe, …
James Robertson PapersFire at War Department, Troops and Supplies to Western Posts
Discussed fire at War Department and the retirement of the Secretary of the Treasury. "Federal men and measures are the order of the day, the Demo[crats] gnash their teeth and melt away." Cannons …
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Document Advocating Peace with Indians
Stoddert directing business at War Dept. after the departure/retirement of the Sec. of War. All Public Offices, except Hodgdon's, are moving to City of Washington. Hodgdon will remain in …
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Accounts
Enclosed armourers accounts, results from its examination will be communicated. Mentioned the return of Capt. Barry who could only report that U.S. commissioners were respectfully received.
James Robertson Papers
