
Burd-Shippen Papers
Mss.B.B892
Series I Correspondence | 1740-1792 | 2 lin._feet | Box 1-4 | |
Letters to Burd from Edward Shippen of Lancaster, Henry Bouquet, John Hambright, Lynford Lardner, Samuel Miles, William Trent, Walter Stirling, Daniel Wister, and others, on personal and business matters. | ||||
Hendrix, James.
to Edward Shippen | 1740 October 27 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Donnegall. Sending few skins he has, and hope for more in spring. | ||||
Cooks, Thomas.
to James Hamilton | 1742 February 10 | 3pp. | Box 1 | |
Lancaster. Regarding Roger Hunt's sale of property and request for a new deed, George Gibson's interest in purchasing two lots, and the issue of the town charter regarding the raising of money. | ||||
Walsh, Janet.
to James Burd | 1747/8 March 21 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Regarding the sale of three boxes of china for Burd, and Walsh's share in the sale. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to Lynford Lardner | 1748 October 20 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Has received money via James Burd to purchase gun in London. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
to Johannes Kern | 1749 January 1 | 3pp. | Box 1 | |
Three copies of one page notice of a set of bills drawn and due. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
to Johannes Kern | 1749 January 2 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Notice of a bill drawn and due. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
to Johannes Kern | 1749 December 29 | 3pp. | Box 1 | |
Three copies of one page notice of a set of bills drawn and due. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
to Johannes Kern | 1749 December 30 | 3pp. | Box 1 | |
Three notices of bills drawn and due. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
to Johannes Kern | 1749 December 30 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Notice of a bill drawn and due. | ||||
Hollingsworth, John.
to James Burd | 1750 January 2 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Paxton. Request that a warrant be issued agains Jno. Foster, Jr. for oats. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
to James Burd [maybe Kern?] | 1750 January 4 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Notice he has drawn funds payable in London. | ||||
Burd, John.
Indenture | 1749 - 1750 January 13 | 2pp. | drawer Oversize | |
Indenture to his brother James in Philadelphia. | ||||
Philip, Robert.
to James Burd | 1750 March 3 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Request for pay to Charles Buchan. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
to Capt. Edward Dowers | 1750 March 9 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Asks that Dowers apply to Burd for his route to Maryland and to take any items Burd wishes loaded on the Marlbourough. | ||||
Hill & Lamar.
to Burd & Swift | 1750 June 8 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Notice of sale of items sent by Burd and Swift, and the balance brought over. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
to James Burd | 1750 August | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Maryland. Inquiring regarding the sale of items. | ||||
Freid, John.
to James Burd | 1750 September 5 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Regarding purchase of servants [?] in New Castle. [Fragment?]. | ||||
Allyne, Samuel.
to James Burd | 1750 November 12 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Requests Burd's assistance in business matters. | ||||
Groome, Samuel Jr..
to James Burd | 1751 June 1 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Turners Creek. Updates on Burd's business affairs. | ||||
Wallace, John.
to James Burd | 1751 July 24 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Letter for an invoice and bill of lading (not included). | ||||
McCall, Samuel.
to James Burd | 1751 July 26 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Letter for bill of lading for shipment. | ||||
Hodges, William.
to James Burd | 1751 July 27 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Bill of loading for bread to be sold in Jamaca. | ||||
Burd, James.
to Walter Sterling | 1752 February 26 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Regarding the building of a ship. | ||||
Stirling, Walter.
to James Burd | 1752 April 29 | 2pp. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Contacting Burd regarding settling the estate of George Mitchelson, and contracts he had. | ||||
Simpson, Thomas.
to James Burd | 1752 August 16 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Has plowirons and plow for him at John Harrises, but not been able to send them. | ||||
Rutherford, Thomas.
to James Burd | 1752 October 21 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Reply to Burd regarding coming for cattle and mare for Mr. Shippen. | ||||
Blyth, William.
to James Burd | 1752 October 31 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Shippensburg. Request for favor. | ||||
Evans, Simon.
to Mr. Buerd [sic] | 1753 March 26 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Replies in regards to doing work for Mr. Shippen. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1753 April 27 | 1p. | drawer Oversize See Oversize | |
Burk Hill. Discusses growth of public houses in Lancaster, and advices what he wishes done. | ||||
Kidd, John.
to James Burd | 1753 May 16 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Asks Burd to secure from W. Anderson the money owed to him. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1753 September 18 | 2pp. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Quotes Croghan as saying 100 Indians are anxious to get home; treaty with Virginians forthcoming. Indians are coming to Carlisle and the Governor should come too. Freeman and Smith 2845. | ||||
Coxe, William.
to James Burd | 1753 December 11 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Asks Burd to finish the affair with W. Anderson. | ||||
Kidd, John.
to James Burd | 1754 April 6 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Asks Burd's opinion of the Anderson matter, feeling it will turn out bad. | ||||
Petition of the inhabitants of township of Hopewell to the Court at Carlisle | 1754 April 23 | 2pp. | Box 1 | |
Regarding the upkeep of a road, and the proposal for a new road. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1754 July 24 | 1p. | drawer Oversize | |
Cover letter for two writs for the sherriffs in Lancaster and York. | ||||
McIlvaine, William & David.
to James Burd | 1754 July 27 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Directions for the sale of cargo, and use of profits. | ||||
Bell, John.
to James Burd | 1754 September 18 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Letter of introduction. | ||||
Blyth, William.
to James Burd | 1754 October 19 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Regarding sending Burd's horse. | ||||
Groves, John.
to James Burd | 1755 February 14 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Replies to Burd, comments on not having sword or pistols. | ||||
Polson, John.
to James Burd | 1755 March 1 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Answers in reply for his brother. Comments on the horse Serg. Finlay rode, and not meeting John Bartam. | ||||
Maxwell, William.
to James Burd | 1755 March 4 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Discusses the sending of flour in the township. | ||||
Hoops, Adam, 1760-1846.
to James Burd | 1755 March 17 | 2pp. | Box 1 | |
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1755 April 10 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Regarding land he has available. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Burd, et al. | 1755 May 8 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Lancaster. Recommendation for the bearer, Joseph Piper to clear the road. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1755 May 10 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Unable to travel due to illness. Discusses a later visit. | ||||
Atlee, William Augustus, 1735-1793.
to James Burd et al. | 1755 May 12 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Lancaster. Bearers of letter wait to work on road. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Burd, et al. | 1755 May 12 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Lancaster. Bearers of letter wait to work on road. | ||||
Buchanan and Armstrong.
to James Burd, | 1755 May 23 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Recommendation for William White. | ||||
Atlee, William Augustus, 1735-1793.
to James Burd, et al. | 1755 May 25 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Lancaster. Sending men to work on the road. | ||||
Peters, Richard, 1743-1828.
to James Burd, etc. | 1755 June 5 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Philadelphia. Regarding obtaining guns and powder for Burd's men, and what he should do in the meantime. Access digital object: | ||||
Buchanan, William.
to the commissioners ... the road | 1755 June 8 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Recommendation for workmen. | ||||
Buchanan, William.
to James Burd, et al. | 1755 June 8 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Recommendation for workmen. | ||||
Buchanan, William.
to the commissioners ... the road | 1755 June 11 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Recommendation for workmen. | ||||
Hoops, Adam, 1760-1846.
to James Burd | 1755 June 18 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Delay sending the wagons. Situation in the camp. | ||||
Byers, John.
to James Burd | 1755 June 24 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Lack of bread and flour. Access digital object: | ||||
Burd, Sarah Shippen, 1731-1784.
to James Burd | 1755 July 8 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Shippensburg. Cover for sending two letters (not included) from the Governor and Mr. Kidd. Comments on the family. | ||||
West, Frances.
to James Burd | 1755 August 27 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Note on account for three axes. | ||||
Polson, John.
to James Burd | 1755 September 17 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Fort Cumberland. Note regarding paying an account. . | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to unknown correspondent | 1755 October 31 | 2pp. | Box 1 | |
Regarding a petition from the inhabitants of Lancaster regarding their defense, and Hamilton's decision to go there. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1755 November 24 | 2pp. | Box 1 | |
Replies to Shippen's letter regarding the defense of Lancaster, and the establishment of forts using his timber. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1755 December 13 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Reply to Shippen's letters. Comments on the situation in Lancaster. | ||||
Buchanan, William.
to James Burd, et al. | 1755 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Gentlemen sent to work on the road. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Burd, et al. | 1755 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Lancaster. Gentleman sent to work on the road. | ||||
Trent, William.
to James Burd | 1755 Tuesday | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Note regarding a Frenchman not having information. | ||||
Croghan, George.
to the inhabitants of Cumberland County | 1755 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Aughick. An Indian spy was captured near fort at Aughick. Freeman and Smith 2725. | ||||
Clark, Daniel.
to George Croghan | 1756 March 9 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Notice of payment necessary to cover purchase of needed clothing for troops. | ||||
Buchanan, William.
to James Burd | 1756 March 10 | 2pp. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Regarding the building of the road, and Buchanan's opinions. | ||||
Brown, James.
to Thomas Clark and James Burd | 1756 March 24 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Request for pay to George Dougherty. | ||||
Machan, John.
to Capt. Potter | 1756 March 24 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Request for pay. | ||||
McLaughlin, Alexander.
to James Burd | 1756 April 25 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Fort Granville. Request for payment to me. | ||||
Ward, Edward.
to James Burd | 1756 May 20 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Fort Granville. Situation of garrison, waiting for instructions. | ||||
Alrichs, H..
to Mr. Clark | 1756 June 3 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Determining some qualified officers. | ||||
Armstrong, John.
to James Burd | 1756 June 7 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Acknowledges receiving material, unsure of it. | ||||
Allen, James.
to James Burd | 1756 June 28 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Carlisle. Note regarding his health and willingness to serve. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1756 July 6 | 2pp. | Box 1 | |
Regarding the accounts for the supplies. | ||||
Receipt to Capt. James Young | 1756 July 14 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
For pay. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1756 August 14 | 3pp. | Box 1 | |
Lancaster. Comments on business matters of Hamilton. Reports of French and Indians building a road, as well as other conditions in the area. | ||||
Clapham, William.
to James Burd | 1756 September 7 | 2pp. | Box 1 | |
Fort Augusta. Initial and additional marching orders for Burd from Fort Augusta to Hunter's Fort. | ||||
Elder, John.
to Mr. Harris | 1756 October 18 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Paxton. Request for pay due his servant. | ||||
Bostick, John.
to the Court Martial | 1756 November 28 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Fort Hallifax. Testimony for the court. | ||||
Mercer, Hugh, 1726-1777.
to James Burd | 1756 December 23 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Fort Morris. Part of letter missing, rest states no Indians have been sighted. | ||||
Clark, Daniel.
Testimony | 1756 | 1p. | Box 1 | |
Testimony regarding Mr. Bryan being confined to his tent. | ||||
Espey, Thomas.
to James Burd | 1757 February 9 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fragment missing. Discusses money and supplies. | ||||
Clapham, William.
to James Burd | 1757 February 18 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Burd's orders regarding the expiration of enlistments of soldiers. | ||||
Morgan, John, 1735-1789.
to unknown correspondent | 1757 March 11 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Fort at Hunter's. Situation of the sick under his care since the hospital was moved. | ||||
Forester, Thomas.
to James Burd | 1757 March 27 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Regarding wages of Mathew Coltray (?). | ||||
Thompson, Robert.
to John Hambright | 1757 April 11 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Regarding a letter for Col. Weiser, and a dog which was stolen from Thompson. Access digital object: | ||||
Coltrap, Mathew.
Affidavit | 1757 April 30 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Statement of service. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1757 April | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Requests the he and his sons accompany him. | ||||
Weiser, Conrad.
to Dr. Thomson | 1757 April | 1p. | Box 2 | |
States the situation of his battalion and his inability to send reinforcements. | ||||
Burd, Sarah Shippen, 1731-1784.
to James Burd | 1757 May 2 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Personal letter, regarding return of her brother. Comments on her father not returning yet. | ||||
Work, Patrick.
to James Burd | 1757 May 2 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Hallifax. Reinforcements for the garrison have not arrived. Comments on Corporal Robertson. | ||||
Croker, John.
to James Burd | 1757 May 9 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Augusta. Requests permission to return home to handle some affairs. | ||||
Ingel, Andrew.
to James Burd | 1757 May 15 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Reading. Sending soldier to collect his papers and cloth. | ||||
Atlee, Samuel John, 1739-1786.
to James Burd | 1757 June 1 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Hallifax. Situation at the garrison. | ||||
Galbreath, Bartram.
to James Burd | 1757 June 6 | 1p | Box 2 | |
Fort Hunter. Danger of Indian attack while Fort Hunter is short of men. Freeman and Smith 2739. | ||||
Clark, Daniel.
to James Burd | 1757 June 18 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Carlisle. French and Indian raid parties at Colonel Dunbar's old camp. French and Indians have road from Albany. Indians at Shippensburg. Freeman and Smith 1371. | ||||
Miller, Isaac.
to James Burd | 1757 June 19 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Shippensburg. Inability to return to work because of weather and the enemy. Intends to in order to repay bond. | ||||
Work, Patrick.
to James Burd | 1757 June 30 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Harris's Ferry. Has arrived with men, his orders from the governor regarding marching. | ||||
Lloyd, Thomas.
to James Burd | 1757 August 9 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Philadelphia. Gov. Delancey of New York on march with militia to relieve Fort William Henry, infested with French, Canadians, and Indians. Freeman and Smith 1374. | ||||
Work, Patrick.
to James Burd | 1757 August 15 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Hallifax. Condition of soldiers in the garrison, shortage of provisions, and complaints regarding not receiving rum ration. | ||||
Work, Patrick.
to James Burd | 1757 September 16 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Hallifax. Efforts taken to supply garrison with beef. | ||||
Lloyd, Thomas.
to James Burd | 1757 November 1 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Philadelphia. Has lost his wife to small pox, is awaiting the return of the governor from New Castle to provide him orders. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1757 December 13 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Comments on the execution of deeds. Informs Hamilton of Col. Hanwix's men cutting down his timber for fire wood. | ||||
Steel, John.
to James Burd | 1757 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Discusses ability to work. | ||||
Jameson, David.
to James Burd | 1758 January 10 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Paxton. Snow prevented him sending batteaux. Sighting of Indian scouts. | ||||
W.D..
to Capt. Weatherholt | 1758 February 3 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Philadelphia. Discusses enemy Munsey (Munsee) Indians on information from a friendly Indian. Freeman and Smith 2336. | ||||
Craghead, George.
to James Burd | 1758 May 4 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Henry. Discusses being at the Fort, and condition of the men to take field. | ||||
Peters, Richard, 1743-1828.
to James Burd | 1758 May 11 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Philadelphia. Letter of introduction for Mr. Heidler to be Capt. Gambright's ensign. Has worked at Woolwich Informs him of Capt. Shippen's promotion to Major. Access digital object: | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Burd | 1758 May 16 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Delay in sending a batteaux. Has hear he will be coming down. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Burd | 1758 May 29 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Sending him extract of letter from Major Shippen. Comments on Mr. Bard's passing through. | ||||
Hosterman, Jacob.
to James Burd | 1758 June 5 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Asks for the appraisal of his cattle. | ||||
Callendar, Robert.
to Henry Bouquet | 1758 June 8 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Loudoun. Discharged wagons, comments on road work. | ||||
Bouquet, Henry, 1719-1765.
to James Burd | 1758 August 25 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Is to send men to assist in opening the mountain so the road can continue. | ||||
Singleton, John..
to James Burd | 1758 September 29 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Regarding lack of pay, and need to return home to settle affairs. | ||||
Garraway, Charles.
to James Burd | 1758 October 5 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Philadelphia. Is awaiting orders to return to the army from Governor Denny. | ||||
Hubbard, Edward.
to R. Harding | 1758 October 13 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Orders to take force and reconnoiter a small band party of enemy. | ||||
Singleton, John..
to James Burd | 1758 October 13 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Unable to go with party. | ||||
Halkett, Francis.
to James Burd | 1758 November 30 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Pittsburgh. Wishes listed belongings to be sent. | ||||
Bouquet, Henry, 1719-1765.
to James Burd | 1758 December 1 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Late Fort Duquesne. Orders for men not to proceed unless ordered by the general. Comments on Capt. Tomson. | ||||
Lander, Francis.
to James Burd | 1758 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Reply on why he has not performed his duty. | ||||
Lloyd, Thomas.
to James Burd | 1758 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Can not proceed due to lack of forage. | ||||
Shavver, Abraham.
to James Burd | 1759 March 6 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Inquiring about his discharge, and money spent. | ||||
Keon, Jacob.
to James Burd | 1759 May 8 | 1p. [fragment] | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Part of letter missing. Discusses recruiting in Lancaster. | ||||
Clark, John.
to James Burd | 1759 May 9 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Promotion of Robert Lowry, and sent Scott Beating to Philadelphia. | ||||
Bouquet, Henry, 1719-1765.
to James Burd | 1759 June 8 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Philadelphia. Comments on difficulties getting pay for men in the service, and the assembly not assisting the general. | ||||
Kern, Jacob.
to James Burd | 1759 June 16 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Reading. Situation of men and recruiting. | ||||
Colthrop, Mathew.
to Meager Jameson | 1759 June 22 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Carlisle. Asks for money for his wife. | ||||
McKee, Daniel.
to James Young | 1759 July 10 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Request for pay after discharge. | ||||
McKnight, William.
to unidentified correspondent | 1759 July 10 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Request for pay after discharge. | ||||
McKnight, George.
to James Burd | 1759 July 11 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Bedford. Concerning the command of Capt. Jones' company following his death. | ||||
McCallister, John.
to James Young | 1759 July 19 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Request for pay. | ||||
Jones, John.
to James Burd | 1759 August 29 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Bedford. Notice he has arrived at fort and request for supplies. | ||||
Livingston, James.
to James Burd | 1759 September 10 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Cumberland. Regarding the apprehension of deserters. . | ||||
Unidentified.
to James Burd | 1759 October 4 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Pittsburgh. Request for batteaux. . | ||||
Unidentified.
to Ensign Menzes | 1759 October 7 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Sending man and axe to help build raft to ferry sheep. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 October 26 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Replies to Joseph's letter received. | ||||
Burd, James.
to Ratchford Duffield | 1759 November 2 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Sending supplies, orders for building bridges. | ||||
Burd, James.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 November 4 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Going to Pittsburgh, advices brother on what to do. | ||||
List of Magistrates for the County of Lancaster | 1759 November 17 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Names of magistrates in Lancaster County. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 November 17 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Discusses the appointment of judges. [fragments missing]. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1759 November 26 | 3pp. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Comments on lots in Lancaster that are of interest to builders, informs the governor of his service to the army, and the work of Col. Burd and his son Joseph. | ||||
Burd, James.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 3 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort London. Plans to go to Lancaster, comments on condition of location. | ||||
Bullitt, Thomas.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 6 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Reminds of favor regarding sword. | ||||
Mather, Capt..
to James Burd | 1759 December 6 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Shippensburg. Sends favor of newspapers, comments on dinner had last summer at Widow Grey's. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 8 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Where he will be stationed during the winter. . | ||||
Armstrong, John.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 10 | 2pp. [fragments missing] | Box 2 | |
Fort Ligonier. Dispute over the surgeon's tour. | ||||
Jameson, David.
to James Burd | 1759 December 11 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Pittsburgh. Condition of garrison, lack of supplies. | ||||
Armstrong, John.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 12 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Ligonier. Additional comments on need of a surgeon. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 13 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Bradford. Trouble obtaining horses. | ||||
Brodhead, Charles.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 14 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Pittsburgh. Sending men unfit for duty, asks for pass. | ||||
Brodhead, Charles.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 15 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Pittsburgh. Acknowledges receiving orders, and comments on the disposition of his men. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 15 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Bedford. Guard request in light of marching orders. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to James Burd | 1759 December 17 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Philadelphia. Orders for the discharge of men. | ||||
Burd, James.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 18 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Comments on the future of the battalion, and lack of news from Philadelphia; the situation with Col. Work; and packages sent. | ||||
Jameson, David.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 18 | 1p. | drawer Oversize See oversize | |
Pittsburgh. Explains the differences in the returns for men in the 2nd Battalion. | ||||
Jameson, David.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 18 | 2pp. | drawer Oversize See Oversize | |
Pittsburgh. Just received letter after sending previous. Comments on return of men. Mentions a scheme regarding the command of the Pennsylvania regiment given by Captain Mathers. | ||||
Potter James.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 19 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Inquires whether he should come to Bedford, and why he has not. | ||||
Brodhead, Charles.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 22 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Pittsburgh. Comments on return of men, and the rumored discharge. | ||||
Armstrong, John.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 25 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Loudon. Received order regarding discharge, comments on how it complicates the general's orders. | ||||
Ensign Curchod.
to James Shippen | 1759 December 25 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Stoney Creek. Sending men, and needs replacements. | ||||
Hunter, Samuel.
to James Shippen | 1759 December 25 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Littleton. Report after being relieved and his intensions.. | ||||
Miller, Isaac.
to James Young | 1759 December 26 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Pay request for discharge. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 26 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Personal letter metions Christmas dinner, and missing him. Comments on the discharge of troops. | ||||
Scott, Joseph.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 26 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Shippensburg. Situation at the post, mentions news of discharge. | ||||
Campbell, Francis.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 28 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Notes on obtaining forage. | ||||
Burd, James.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 29 | 2pp. | Box 2 | |
Lancaster. Informs him what is to happen to the battalion. | ||||
Jameson, David.
to James Burd | 1759 December 29 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Ligonier. Informs him of the situation regarding the Virginia Regiment taking over the garrisons. | ||||
Blair, John, 1732-1800.
to Joseph Shippen | 1759 December 31 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Loudon. Supplies sent. | ||||
Orndt, Jacob.
to James Burd | 1759 December 31 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Fort Augusta. Leave for Mr. Johnson, and notes conduct of Ensign Adam Henry. | ||||
Price, Samuel.
to James Burd | 1759 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Notes taking a deserter from his company. | ||||
West, Francis.
to James Burd | 1759 | 1p. | Box 2 | |
Regarding payment. | ||||
Scott, William.
to James Young | 1760 January 5 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Bedford. Request for pay. | ||||
Scott, Joseph.
to Joseph Shippen | 1760 January 7 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Shippensburg. Returned to post awaiting discharge. | ||||
Baird, John, active 1733-1761.
to Joseph Shippen | 1760 January 10 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Littleton. Copy of Col. Armstrong's letter regarding collecting arms, and a request for instructions. | ||||
Little, John.
to Joseph Shippen | 1760 January 11 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Junyata. Sending copy of Col Armstrong's letter regarding collecting arms. | ||||
Baird, John, active 1733-1761.
to Joseph Shippen | 1760 January 13 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Lyttleton. Marching of Royal Americans, and requests direction concerning arms at the garrison. | ||||
Little, John.
to Joseph Shippen | 1760 January 14 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Acknowledges receving orders, and comments on the flat. | ||||
Gerringer, Henery.
to Evan Anderson | 1760 February 2 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Request for pay. | ||||
Shale, George.
to Evan Anderson | 1760 February 2 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Request for pay. | ||||
Shireman, Peter.
to Evan Anderson | 1760 February 2 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Request for pay. | ||||
Unidentified.
to James Burd | 1760 February 7 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Lancaster. Instructions on planting an orchard. | ||||
Ellis, John.
to James Young | 1760 March 14 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Lancaster. Request for pay. | ||||
Unidentified.
to unknown | 1760 April 17 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Philadelphia. Note on the bill passing to pay for a battalion. "discharged account John Lukins". | ||||
Howard, George Towen.
to James Burd | 1760 April 30 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Lancaster. Asks for justice being in guard house for improperly enlisting a soldier. | ||||
Young, James.
to James Burd | 1760 May 25 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Philadelphia. Comment on Capt. Nelson leaving without supplies. Regarding preparations for assembling at Carlisle. | ||||
Neilson, Samuel.
to unknown | 1760 May 29 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Carlisle. Notes lack of weapons and equipment for men. | ||||
Garraway, Charles.
to James Burd | 1760 June 3 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Philadelphia. Inquiry about James McCally. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to James Burd | 1760 June 25 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Bedford. Supplies he has for Burd, notes other officers arriving and departing. | ||||
Miles, Samuel, 1740-1805.
to James Burd | 1760 August 3 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Vinango. Asks assistance in getting a soldier properly mustered. | ||||
Gibson, James.
to James Burd | 1760 August 17 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Bushy Run. Inquiry regarding soldier from company without a pass. | ||||
Burd, James.
to Col. Bouquet | 1760 August 31 | 2pp. [fragments missing] | Box 3 | |
Fort Pitt. Requests certificate from Bouquet regarding pay, comments on location or news of other officers. | ||||
Metcalf, John.
to John Ormsby | 1760 September 1 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Carlisle. Receipt for cattle. . | ||||
Gibson, James.
to James Burd | 1760 September 9 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Bushy Run. Notice of John Wion deserting. | ||||
Hannah, James.
to James Burd | 1760 November 6 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Carlisle. Request for pay. | ||||
Armstrong, John.
to James Hamilton | 1760 November 19 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Carlisle. Complaints have been made to Commissioner of Indian trade. Only trying to get line for Shamokin-Susquehannah land agreeable with Treaty of Albany. Should not listen to silly complaints of Indians. Freeman and Smith 2709. | ||||
Johnston & Graydon.
to James Burd | 1760 December 1 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Fort Augusta. Situation at garrison, note on unresolved issue regarding men who will not re-enlist, informs him on the state of his room, and as when he will arrive. | ||||
Johnston, Francis.
to Caleb Graydon | 1760 December 19 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Augusta. Request for pay. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1761 February 23 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Receipt for marriage and tavern licenses issued in Lancaster. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to James Burd | 1761 May 6 | 1p. | drawer Oversize See Oversize | |
Carlisle. Issuing a new receipt for payment. | ||||
Little, John.
to James Burd | 1761 May 21 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Carlisle. Still lacking supplies, inquires when he will receive them. | ||||
Graydon, Caleb.
to James Young | 1761 June 25 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Augusta. Request for pay. | ||||
Hunter, Samuel.
to Mrs. Burd (?) | 1761 July 18 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Hunter. Received sheep for Fort Augusta. | ||||
Hunter, Samuel.
to "Madam" (Mrs. Burd?) | 1761 August 2 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Hunter. Notice has received cattle for Fort Augusta. | ||||
Wister, Daniel, 1738-1805.
to John Cameron | 1761 August 12 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Philadelphia. Regarding purchase of cloth. | ||||
Graydon & Hunter.
to James Burd | 1761 August 26 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Augusta. Note regarding cattle. | ||||
Graydon, Caleb.
to James Burd | 1761 September 10 and 15 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Fort Augusta. Informs him of the supplies received, and inquires about his return should the paymaster arrive. Notes death of his brother. | ||||
Bouquet, Henry, 1719-1765.
to James Burd | 1761 October 13 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Pitt. Acknowledges receiving letter. | ||||
Hunter, Samuel.
to Edward Shippen | 1761 November 5 | 2pp. [fragment] | Box 3 | |
Fort Augusta. Mentions that only a few Indians are trading. Also contains note from Edward Shippen to Sarah Burd. Freeman and Smith 2763. | ||||
Graydon, Caleb.
to unknown | 1761 November 13 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Augusta. Went to Philadelphia on business regarding death of his brother, has sent copies of letters from the governor (not included). Notes supplies at fort. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Burd | 1761 November 27 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Lancaster. Informs him of the birth of his daughter, and has obtained a warrant for his land. | ||||
Hunter, Samuel.
to Sarah Burd | 1761 December 2 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Acknowledges receipt of items. Access digital object: | ||||
Willis, Jonathan.
to James Burd | 1762 January 31 | 1p. [parts faded] | Box 3 | |
Philadelphia. Regarding a license to trade with the Indians. | ||||
Young, James.
to James Burd | 1762 February 11 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Philadelphia. Comments on settling account, advice on roll of men for pay, news of assembly in Philadelphia. | ||||
Irvine, James.
to Unknown | 1762 July 13 | 2pp. | drawer Oversize | |
Complains of illegal trade in liquor to the Indians. Indian evidence unacceptable and there is no other. Dennis McCormick, Burd's storekeeper [at Fort Augusta] got Sushocapee drunk. Freeman and Smith 2765. | ||||
McCormick, Dennis.
Affidavit | 1762 July 17 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Lancaster. Claims he never sold liquor to Indians, but gave an Indian woman a pint of rum. Freeman and Smith 2886. | ||||
Young, James.
to James Burd | 1762 July 29 | 1p. | drawer OS See Oversize | |
Philadelphia. Obtained warrant as asked, will bring pay for men, comments on heat in Philadelphia. | ||||
Brown, Joseph.
James Irvine | 1762 July | 1p. | drawer Oversize See Oversize | |
States that Dennis McCormick did sell liquor to the squaws. Freeman and Smith 2874. | ||||
McCormick, Dennis.
to unknown | 1762 August 6 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Augusta. Sending articles. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to James Burd | 1762 September 25 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Philadelphia. Concerning trade goods and treaty for Indians. Sends belt of wampum and must know state of mind of Indians. Freeman and Smith 2744. | ||||
Burd, James and Josiah F. Dave.
to unknown | 1762 October 10 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Pittsburgh. Have arrived with goods for Indians. Seeking release of prisoners. Shawanees slow in arriving, hit by disease. Quarrel over order with Colonel Bouquet. Freeman and Smith 2720. | ||||
Smith, William.
to John Shaw | 1762 December 11 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Request for material to make a shirt. | ||||
Graydon, Caleb.
to James Burd | 1762 December 25 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Augusta. Inquires about news. Comments on garrison. | ||||
Davenport, Josiah.
to James Burd | 1763 January 10 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Pitt. Cover letter for sending letter from governor. | ||||
Bar, Thomas.
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1763 January 12 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Lancaster. Acknowledgement of patronage of the Library Company of Lancaster, and request for making it a corporate body. | ||||
unknown, Daniel Stiss, and Jac.
to unknown | 1763 February 25 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
[letter difficult to read]. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1763 April 12 | 3pp. | drawer Oversize See Oversize | |
Lancaster. Regarding the building of new mills and damns on Conestoga Creek. | ||||
Powell, John.
to James Burd | 1763 May 10 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Bill for schooling. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to James Hamilton | 1763 June 10 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Fort Bedford. Surrounding farmers have volunteered for service, and will remain if taken under provincial service. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to James Hamilton | 1763 June 29 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Fort Bedford. Comments on the conduct of the inhabitants during the recent insurrection. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to James Hamilton | 1763 July 20 | 2pp. | drawer Oversize See Oversize | |
Fort Bedford. Situation of the harvest during the insurrection. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen and James Wright | 1763 July 23 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Philadelphia. Instructions to investigate the killing of two Indians to determine if the gentleman had cause. | ||||
Hunter, Samuel.
to James Burd | 1763 July 23 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Hunter. Left side of letter missing. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to James Hamilton | 1763 August 2 | 4pp. | Box 3 | |
Fort Bedford. Situation at the post concerning the commissioning of volunteers and protecting reapers. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1763 August 10 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Philadelphia. Gives reward of £30 to man who killed three Indians. Freeman and Smith 2747. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to James Hamilton | 1763 August 10 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Fort Bedford. Mentions Indian attack near Ligonier. Freeman and Smith 2811. | ||||
Hamilton, James and Commission.
to James Young | 1763 August 23 | 3pp. | Box 3 | |
Philadelphia. Instructions for paying troops on the frontier. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to James Hamilton | 1763 August 26 | 3pp. | Box 3 | |
Fort Bedford. Problem of unlicensed taverns, and need for a magistrate. | ||||
Shipped, Edward.
to James Hamilton | 1763 September 1 | 3pp. | Box 3 | |
Lancaster. Describes Indian battle at Murray Hill. Freeman and Smith 2846. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to James Hamilton | 1763 September 6 | 2pp. | Box 3 | |
Fort Bedford. Comments on Paul Vaugh's petition. | ||||
Bar, Thomas.
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1763 October 6 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Lancaster. Regarding the charter of incorporation for the Library Company, and the naming of the library. | ||||
Ourry, Lewis, 1717-1779.
to James Hamilton | 1763 October 12 | 3pp. | Box 3 | |
Fort Bedford. Continued problem with unlicensed taverns and liquor, conditions facing his replacement regarding the inhabitants and Indians. | ||||
McCormick, Dennis.
to Edward Shippen | 1763 October 13 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Augusta. Explination for two bills. | ||||
Blyth, William.
to James Burd | 1763 November 3 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
Fort Auguta. Request for pay. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1763 November 11 | 1p. | Box 3 | |
List of payments for tavern licenses. | ||||
Ranberry, Henry.
to James Burd | 1764 April 20 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Request for discharge. | ||||
McCormick, Dennis.
to James Burd | 1764 June 19 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Arrived with cattle, waiting for escort. | ||||
McCormick, Dennis.
to James Burd | 1764 November 28 | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Fort Hunter. Selling of hides, notice more troops arriving at Fort Augusta and need of provisions. | ||||
Bissit, Thomas.
Affidavit | 1764 December 13 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster County. Testimony regarding a dispute between two men at the Cornwall Iron Works. | ||||
Gibson, John.
to James Burd | 1765 May 31 | 1p. [fragments missing] | Box 4 | |
Philadelphia. Note regarding shipment. | ||||
Webb, James.
to James Hamilton | 1765 May | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Account for wood sold for use in soldiers' barracks. | ||||
Burd, James.
to John Gibson | 1766 February 26 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Question about debt Burd owes the province. | ||||
Wilkins, John.
to James Burd | 1766 April 7 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Carlisle. Request for certain provisions. | ||||
Smith, James.
to unknown | 1766 July 17 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Relates to the lack of action being taken against offenders who attacked Mr. Simpson. | ||||
Fulton, Robert.
to James Burd | 1766 December 6 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Regarding payment due court. | ||||
J. D..
to unknown | 1767 January 8 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Post script to letter, list of books to be given to Mr. Davidson, bookseller. | ||||
Hunter, Alexander.
to James Burd | 1767 March 2 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Fort Hunter. Inquires if Burd would marry a young couple. | ||||
Harris, John, 1726-1791.
to James Burd | 1767 September 1 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Paxton. Unable to travel to Philadelphia as family is ill. Comments on reports about him. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1767 November 15 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Philadelphia. Return from England after illness, and looks forward to seeing Shippen. | ||||
Gellson, William et al..
to James Burd | 1767 December 7 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Certification of Geroge Gibbson's ownership of land. | ||||
McClure, Richard.
to James Burd | 1767 December 18 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Request for road to be built as approved near Fisher Creek. | ||||
Atlee, William Augustus, 1735-1793.
to James Burd | 1768 January 22 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Relates to court matters in sale of property, congradulates Burd on birth of son. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1768 May 12 | 1p. | drawer Oversize See Oversize | |
Philadelphia. Happy to hear of Shippen's improved health, can not journey to Lancaster. | ||||
Clark, William.
to James Burd | 1768 May 30 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Issue of traps. | ||||
Harris, Johhn.
to James Burd | 1768 August 12 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Paxton. Sending boards left after others taken, and the flood. | ||||
Burd, James.
to Robert Dicks and James Welsh | 1768 September 9 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Matter of a mare and damage to the fence of Lawrence McGill. | ||||
Peters, Edward.
to James Burd | 1769 February 14 | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Philadelphia. Matter regarding property. | ||||
Burd, Edward.
to James Burd | 1769 March 11 | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Philadelphia. Note on family's health, Dutch servant, and ability to visit pending business of the court. | ||||
Atlee, Samuel John, 1739-1786.
to James Burd | 1770 June 30 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Informing him of a decision on a matter. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Burd | 1770 August 24 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Cover letter for material regarding the purchase of land near Jonathan Harris. | ||||
Harris, John, 1726-1791.
to James Burd | 1770 October 3 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Paxton. Request to borrow equipment. | ||||
Dougherty, Dennis.
to James Burd | 1770 November 7 | 1p. [fragments missing] | Box 4 | |
Carlisle. Settling matters with Peter Dougherty and Cornelius Ryan. | ||||
McMurray, James.
to James Burd | 1771 May 17 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lissburn. Work on an ax. | ||||
Bickham, James.
to James Burd | 1771 November 15 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Sending salmon. | ||||
Davis, Henry, 1694-1784.
to James Burd | 1772 March 5 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Requests pass for Richard O'Neal. | ||||
Burd, James.
to Sampson Sadlie | 1772 May 21 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lease agreement to Sampson Sadlie for house on Burd's Tinian plantation. | ||||
Forster, Thomas Jr..
to William Plunket | 1772 June 25 | 1p, | Box 4 | |
Upper Paxton. Notice he will pay debt once Simpson sells land on the Delaware and pays him. | ||||
McCall, James.
to James Burd | 1772 August 18 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Asks for note given Burd in 1768 regarding a debt with Samuel Crawford. | ||||
McClenachan, James.
to James Burd | 1773 March 5 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Inquires about verification of land purchase from Mr. Shippen. | ||||
Boyd, Robert.
to James Burd | 1773 December 29 | 1P. | Box 4 | |
Wishes to settle accounts, comments on his health, and asks Burd's assistance in settling account with Mrs. Wells. | ||||
Illing, Frederick.
to James Burd | 1774 April 15 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Middleton. Receipt for marriage license to Abraham Gross. | ||||
Burd, Edward.
to James Burd | 1774 September 15 | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Reading. Mentions his purchase of land, and the possibility of the people putting Ross out of the Assembly. | ||||
Grant, Ann.
to James Burd | 1775 July 7 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Fort Augusta. Asks assistance in getting account paid from Lewis Lewes, even if the law has to be used. | ||||
Fulton, Robert.
to James Burd | 1766 December 6 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1777 February 22 | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Copy of letter from January 30 regarding use of timber at barracks, which was Shippen's last letter; along with a letter regarding the use of additional timber to build a stable for the Contiental horses. [Originally cataloged under January 30 date]. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1777 March 13 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Settling of account for use of timber for stockade. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1777 April 28 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Philadelphia. Expresses to Shippen his views of settling accounts using Continental Money over Pounds Sterling, and related instructions to Shippen on accounts. | ||||
Shippen, Edward, 1729-1806.
to James Hamilton | 1777 June 2 | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Copy of letter informing Hamilton of additional use of the timber on his land. | ||||
Hamilton, James, 1710-1783.
to Edward Shippen | 1777 July 1 | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Philadelphia. Reply to June 2 letter, commenting on unauthorized use of his land, and his inability to travel by act of the Assembly. | ||||
Galbreath, Major, et al..
to James Burd | 1779 February 11 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Invitation for Burd and his family to attend a dance. | ||||
Burd, Edward.
to James Burd | 1780 November 12 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Sends state money to help pay taxes, comments on when he can visit. | ||||
Gregg, A..
to James Burd | 1785 July 4 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Middletown. Delivery of late note from Mr. Temple and asks for answer. | ||||
Burd, Joseph.
to James Burd | 1785 October 25 | 2pp. [fragments missing] | Box 4 | |
Carlisle. Comments on seeing brother, and getting new shoes. | ||||
Burd, James.
to Hugh Curry | 1786 December 1 | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Lease agreement for land in Paxton. | ||||
Fulton, Henry.
to James Burd | 1788 July 23 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Asking to give son his horse. | ||||
Butler, Anthony.
to Joseph Shippen | 1788 October 6 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Philadelphia. Inquiry for account information of the governors of Pennsylvania for five years in order to get compensation from Great Britian. | ||||
Shippen, Joseph Jr..
to John Penn | 1788 November 1 | 4pp. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Replies to Penn's request for an accounting of fees and Emoluments collected five years prior to the Revolution. Inventory of account included [was originally cataloged separately under 1771-1776]. | ||||
Shippen, Joseph Jr..
Affidavit | 1788 November 1 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Affidavit for Joseph Shippen, Jr. being secretary of the colony, and to the information in the Inventory of Fees and Emoluments for the Government of Pennsylvania. | ||||
Shippen, Joseph Jr..
to Phineas Bond | 1788 November 2 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Informing him he has completed the account of Fees and Emoluments as requested. | ||||
Bond, Phineas, 1749-1815.
to Joseph Shippen, Jr. | 1788 November 7 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Philadelphia. Thanks Shippen for the affidavit and inventory. Comments on the compensation to Proprietors. . | ||||
Shippen, Joseph Jr..
to Phineas Bond | 1788 November 10 | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Lancaster. Reply to question of how fees were accounted. | ||||
Pattesron, George.
to James Burd | 1792 October 28 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Patterson Mills. Friendly note, comments on new mill, and future visit. | ||||
Jameson, David.
to James Burd | May 24 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
York. Cover letter for return of recruits (not included0. | ||||
Clayton, Alexander.
to James Burd (?) | June 14 | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Philadelphia. Asks for George to come help him, and comments on his arriving at Fort Augusta. | ||||
Corne, B..
to "Madame ma tres chere et honoree Mere ..." | n.d. | 1p. | Box 4 | |
[letter in French]. | ||||
Currie, Johnn.
to James Burd | n.d. | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Regarding Ashton's intention to leave. | ||||
Dunlop, William.
to Richard Peeters | n.d. | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Regarding a dispute over land ownership between William Dunlop and Thomas Trindlery. | ||||
Fulton, Robert.
to James Burd | n.d. | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Request to recover expenses. | ||||
Graydon, Caleb.
to James Burd | n.d. | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Settlement of account. | ||||
McConnell, Robert et al..
to Joseph Armstrong | n.d. | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Petition for his assistance in matter. | ||||
McCormick, Widow.
to James Burd | n.d. | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Regarding summons to court. | ||||
Orndt, Robert.
to unknown | n.d. | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Thank you for money sent. | ||||
Unidentified.
to Arthru Sinclair and Archibald McClean | n.d. | 2pp. | Box 4 | |
Instructions for the survey of Western Pennsylvania. | ||||
Saller, E..
to Mr. Taffe | n.d. | 1p. | Box 4 | |
John Sacalamus wants Indian trade goods. Freeman and Smith 2843. | ||||
Tilghman, James.
to William Allen | n.d. | 1p. | Box 4 | |
Reference to Thomas Parson's health, and the Penn-Connecticut controversy. [see note from WJB]. | ||||
Series II Legal and Financial | 1708-1791, Undated | 1 Linear feet | Box 5-6 | |
Logan, James, 1674-1751.
Bills protested by James Logan for non-payment | 1708 August 25 - 1709 July 29 | 3pp. | Box 5 | |
Protest letters for bills unpaid. | ||||
Lumley and Ray, Grocers..
Bill of sale to James Burd | 1747 April 29 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
London. For purchase of candy. | ||||
Burd, James.
Account with Alexander Stupart | 1748 July 14 | 1p. | drawer Oversize See Oversize | |
Listing of account. | ||||
Coningham & Gardner.
Invoice for James Burd | 1748 August 3 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Philadelphia. Invoice for linen purchased. | ||||
Coningham & Gardner.
Bill of Exchange to James Burd | 1748 October 15 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Philadelphia. Invoice for payment. | ||||
Burd, James.
Statement to Jonathan Evans | 1749 February - July | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Statement of account. | ||||
Branson, William.
Account with James Burd | 1749 March 23 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Account for "Shott." | ||||
Burd, James.
List of goods sold | 1749 June 1 | 2pp. | Box 5 | |
List of goods sold since 1749 June 1. | ||||
Invoice of goods shipped to London | 1749 July 20 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
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Coningham & Gardner.
Bill of sale to James Burd | 1749 August 3 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Philadelphia. Bill of sale for canvas. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
Bill of exchange to Johannes Kern | 1749 December 29 | 2pp. | Box 5 | |
Maryland. Bill of exchange and copy. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
Bill of exchange drawn on James Burd | 1749 December 29 | 2pp. | Box 5 | |
Maryland. Bill of exchange and copy. | ||||
Burd, James.
Account Books | 1749 | 29pp. [fragmentary condition] | Box 5 | |
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Burd, James.
Statement to William White | 1749 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Account statement for damask. | ||||
Invoice of wine shipped by James Burd | 1750 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Invoice for items shipped aboard the Mary Humphry Class for Barbadoes. | ||||
Statement of goods put on the snow, Sally, at risque of James Burd and Alexander Hamilton | 1750 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
List of items shipped. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
Bill of exchange drawn on James Burd | 1749 -1750 January 1 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Bill of exchange. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
Bill of exchange drawn on James Burd | 1750 January 3 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Bill of exchange. | ||||
Barkley, Thomas.
Bill of exchange drawn on James Burd | 1750 January 5 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Bill of exchange. | ||||
Dunnings, James.
Account of James Burd | 1750 January 13 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Account statement for meals, rum, etc. | ||||
Burd, James.
Bill of sale to Perry Ward | 1749/50 March 23 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Invoice for "Stript to bind." | ||||
Carter & Stout.
Statement of accounts to James Burd | 1750 March 30 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Statement of account for building the snow, Sally, with dimensions of vessel. | ||||
Evans, Simon.
Statement of accounts | 1750 April 20 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Invoice for work at his house [plastering, etc.]. | ||||
Peters, William.
Copy of cargo of the Sea Horse | 1750 May 30 | 4pp. | drawer Oversize See Oversize | |
Items shipped in the brigantine Sea Horse. | ||||
Forbes, Alexander.
Invoice to James Burd | 1750 June 25 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Invoice of Brazil Wood. | ||||
Invoice of goods shipped at risque of James Burd | 1750 July | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Items shipped aboard the vessel Maulesfield including wine and wood. | ||||
Philip, Robert.
Memorandum to George McKnight, | 1750 November 3 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Informing James Burd of carpenter and sailor for hire and cost. | ||||
Burd, James.
Invoice of wine shipped | 1750 November 20 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Items shipped aboard the brigantine Endeavour. | ||||
Graydon, Alexander.
Order to James Burd for payment | 1750 November 21 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Order to pay for certain supplies. | ||||
Philip, Robert.
Account of laborers and victuals on board the snow, Sally | 1750 December 8 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Accounting of bread and beef to laborers. | ||||
Mitchelson, George.
Bill of exchange drawn on James Burd | 1750/51 January 1 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Maryland. Bil of exchange. | ||||
Steel, Robert.
Statement of account of James Burd | 1750/51 March 15 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Account for £250. | ||||
Burd, James.
for Edward Shippen | 1755 | 1p. | drawer OS | |
Memorandum of agreement with George Croghan. Access digital object: | ||||
Burd, James.
Account of expenses of cutting a road | 1755 April 1-9 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Road to Auchwick via Alloqueepys Town across the Juniatto to Sugartree Hill. Freeman and Smith 2873. | ||||
Burd, James.
Statement of accounts with Adam Hoops | 1755 April 23 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Account of items purchased. | ||||
Cummings, John.
Statement of accounts to George Croghan,... James Burd | 1755 April 25 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Account for wine. | ||||
Buchanan, William.
Advertisement for workmen to work on the road | 1755 May | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Specifies what the men should bring, and where to meet. | ||||
Packwood, Samuel.
Statement of accounts to James Burd | 1755 June 28 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Statement of account for feeding certain men. | ||||
Barr, John, 1708 or 1709-1778.
Account with James Burd for work on the road | 1755 | 2pp. | Box 5 | |
Listing of various expenes building the road. | ||||
Hoops, Adam, 1760-1846.
Cash advanced to laborers, cutting the road | 1755 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
List of workmen and pay. Access digital object: | ||||
Memorandum to Joseph Burd that Dominick Mannin lost an ax, and his account. | 1755 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
List of account. | ||||
Morrow, Robert.
Order to pay William Gibson | 1756 March 24 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Request for pay. | ||||
Turner, John.
Promissory note to James Burd... | 1756 April 24 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Promissory note for provisions. | ||||
Burd, James.
Agreement between Jannett Pypper, and John Pypper, | 1756 May 21 | 4pp. [fragments missing] | drawer Oversize | |
Agreement for renting Burd's plantation in Shippensburg. Includes account of farm utensils left. Access digital object: | ||||
Hays, Thomas.
Promissory note to James Burd | 1756 September 4 | 1p. | Box 5 | |
Fort Augusta. Agreement to pay upon order. | ||||
Bickham, James.
Statement of accounts, receipted to James Burd, for silk, buttons... | 1756 November | 1p. | Box 5 | |
List of items billed. | ||||
Hunter, Samuel.
Account with the Province of Pensilvania [sic] for horses, hay, etc. | 1756 December 1 | 1p. | Box 5 |