Tennessee State Library and Archives: Archives and Manuscripts Section
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Update on Delivery
Expressed confidence in Craig's expediency in building the block house. Enclosed receipt of cannon shot recently delivered for Craig.
James Robertson PapersUnfit Shot
Knox wrote Campbell regarding shot cast at Chambersburg furnace Craig felt was unfit for use.
James Robertson PapersTroops to Fort Franklin, Supply Distribution
Jeffers to march to Fort Franklin, Craig delivered provisions. Recently purchased boats are of high quality, will transport goods and people safely.l
James Robertson PapersTransportation of Goods
Inconsistent actions of Mr. Gish warrant paying back the public through service. He will transport wagon loads of goods until his debt is paid. Delivery of good to Fort Washington.
James Robertson PapersTea and Chocolate for Sick
Enclosed tea and chocolate for sick men. Surgeon ordered to post. Updates on troops locations and numbers. Major Zeigler planning to resign.
James Robertson PapersSupply of Troops
Describes obtaining supplies for troops, shortages, and payment. Craig thinks that the payment offered by O'Hara for his position is too low.
James Robertson PapersSupply of Cannon and Shot
Cannon and shot proved by Colonel Proctor, it will be sent forward and more will follow once it has been proved.
James Robertson PapersSupplies and Update from Fort Franklin
Request to Turnbull and Marnie to cast six pound shot for United States. Due to severe winter weather, procuring materials for block house has been difficult and Craig cannot give an accurate …
James Robertson PapersSketch of Block House
Enclosed sketch of newly completed block house and other buildings with full description of size, location, and plan for additional buildings.
James Robertson PapersSheet Iron Not Arrived, Causing Delays in Production
Craig believed waggoners stopped over at their homes to plant corn while transporting cannons and sheet iron. Delay in transport has caused delay in production of camp kettles and other goods. Capt. …
James Robertson PapersSettlement of Accounts, William Knox and Wagoners
Mentions preparation of vouchers and settlement of accounts. Quartermaster General is displeased with William Knox for employing improper waggoners. John Wilmer left previous day with Newman's sword. …
James Robertson PapersSettlement of Accounts
The Commissary of Military Stores writes Major Craig regarding the settlement of accounts. Hodgdon notes that if Craig is disposed to be angry, he would have abundant cause. Craig had expressed …
James Robertson PapersSettlement of Accounts
Preparing abstract to settle accounts, will work with Hodgdon to satisfy all debt.
James Robertson PapersSeparating the Powder Using the Sieves
Talks about using the sieves to separate the course from the fine grains of gun powder. Mentions using new casks. No stores have come to hand since last post, nor is there any news on any wagon being …
James Robertson PapersSecretary has Received Letter
Informs Craig that Secretary of War has received letter.
James Robertson PapersRobertson Temporary Agent
Mentioned President approving General Robertson as temporary agent for Chickasaws. Discussed conciliatory actions between Chocktaws and Chickasaws.
James Robertson PapersReturns, Powder, Return of Howitzers, Untimely Remittances
Encloses return. Expects to receive powder. General Wayne ordered return of three of the small howitzers; trunnions are insufficient. Mentions settlement of accounts. Laments the lack of timely …
James Robertson PapersReturn of Stores and Report on Activities
Forwards return of stores. Does not include boats. Mentions camp kettles. Dr. Hutcheson has set out for Fort Franklin with David Mead. Report of Major McCullen defeat at Beaver Creek proved false. …
James Robertson PapersReturn of Stores
Secretary of War is absent for few days. Letter and returns received at Pittsburg last post.
James Robertson PapersRequested Instructions
Requested instructions on how to repair damaged arms that were delivered to Pittsburgh. Notification that Cornplanter and other Indians were at Fort Franklin to receive Indian goods in possession of …
James Robertson PapersRequest to Contract with Turnbull and Marmie
Remarks on high quality iron used by Turnbull and Marnie, requests contract with them.
James Robertson PapersRequest for Price List
Requests explicit price list from Turnbull and Marnie for the cost of casting various arms. Urges speed in finishing work, asked for a detachment of militia be sent to Lieut. Jeffers.
James Robertson PapersRequest for Money
Quartermaster General will not settle some debts, Craig applied for money to discharge debts for boats, workmen, and supplies. Success of recruiting discussed.
James Robertson PapersRequest for Assistance to Bearer of Public Letters
The bearer has public letters to Pittsburg and Fort Washington. Hodgdon directs him to return a public horse. Asks Craig to provide assistance in providing assistance to enable him to proceed …
James Robertson PapersRequest for Assistance
Requests Craig assist Armorer in getting "forward", transporting baggage, and assisting his family.
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