B. 69. B. M., 21,729.
Letters from various persons – 1769 – 1772, Vol. 2
1769/01/?? – Pensacola – Major Farmer to Haldimand
Respecting the house claimed by M. Socie, as attorney for his mother. His suapieloes as to validity of title. (Page 1) – SN: 069001
1769/02/14 – New York – Robert Leake, commissary, to Haldimand
Respecting the terms with the contractors for supplying bread or flour in Florida, as required. (Page 2) – SN: 069002
1769/02/25 – Charlestown – Major Chisholm to Haldimand
The embarkation and arrival of the 21st Regiment. The barracks ordered to be repaired; deficiencies to be made good when the Assembly meets. The people civil and polite. Nine men escaped by desertion. Proposes to make an example of tho lie recaptured. What is to be done with the money from stoppages of provisions? Asks for leave of absence. (Page 3) – SN: 069003
1769/03/28 – Charlestown – Major Chisholm to Haldimand
Arrival of Captain Goslin of the Royal Artillery. Movements of the detachments. Asks leave to discharge the unserviceable men of the Fusillers. Are recruiting parties to be sent out? Has been applied to for a detachment to bring in Regulators from the back country; being accomplices of the rest of the inhabitants, a rescue is feared. Their arrival, having been brought through the woods and by bye ways. Desires to know if he is to comply with future applications of this kind. (Page 6) – SN: 069004
1769/03/28 – Charlestown – Lieut. Charles Williams to Haldimand
Applying for leave of Charlestown. absence: (Page 8) – SN: 069005
1769/04/07 – Charlestown – Chissolm to Haldimand
Formation of court martial for the trial of deserters. (Page 9) – SN: 069006
1769/05/03 – St. Augustine – Luciano de Herrera
Agreement to sell a lot in St. Augustine for the use of the Crown. (Page 10) – SN: 069007
1769/05/04 – St. Augustine – Willlam Jenkins
Agreement to sell a lot of land for the use of the Crown. (Page 11) – SN: 069008
1769/05/30 – Mobile – Dr. Lorimer to Haldimand
The blow to Mr. Pemberton (his reduction). He (Lorimer) will continue here while in health, but that cannot be long, as the fevers have already set in. Thinks that Mr. Brown, his mate, might be allowed to make one trial of his constitution. Has examined the town of Mobile, and given up his own room for the benefit of the sick, but all in vain, if no money is to be allowed for what is necessary for their recovery. The death of Governor Elliott; his plans for examining the settlements as ordered. The expenses. (Page 12) – SN: 069009
1769/05/30 – Mobile – Hospital Mate, to Lorimer
Remonstrating against his summary dismissal.(Page 14) – SN: 069010
1769/06/09 – Pensacola – John Cambel, Engineer, to Haldimand
The anarchy in West Florida; hopes of better times on the arrival of Governor Elliott have been blasted by his suicide. The misunderstanding between him (Cambel) and Capt. Innis, respecting a house. (Page 15) – SN: 069011
1769/06/30 – New York – Gage. Instructions to Major Whitmore, of the 9th Regiment
Ordered to embark from St. Augustine for Cork. (Page 17) – SN: 069012
1769/07/22 – Innis to Haldimand
Respecting the complaint of Cambel, The danger of having a man of Cambel’s disposition in a community scarcely able to support itself, even if all agreed, much more so, when they are tearing each other like mastiffs. The good conduct, of the troops. (Page 20) – SN: 069013
1769/07/22 – Charleston – Captain Hodgson to Haldimand
Asks for leave of absence on his private business. (Page 22) – SN: 069014
1769/07/22 – Pensacola – Neither signature nor address (apparently from Capt. Innis to Haldimand)
Thanks for being confirmed as Fort Adjutant and Barrack Master. The detachment at Mobile very sickly. The evil results of the death of Governor Elliott. Complaint against Cambel, Engineer. (Page 23) – SN: 069015
1769/07/24 – St. Augustine – Representation by the officers stationed here
That they cannot St-Augustine. obtain pay for the repairs made by them to their huts, or for the firewood. (Page 25) – SN: 069016
1769/07/30 – Charlestown – Lieut. Thomas Gamble to Haldimand
The difficulty of obtaining transport for the troops for St. Augustine. (Page 27) – SN: 069017
1769/08/08 – Chissolm to Haldimand
His (Haldimand’s) nephew sailing for New York. The resignation of Captain Stewart. It is believed he intends to turn planter. Gamble has taken up three transports. Respecting his leave of absence. (Page 28) – SN: 069018
1769/08/09 – St. Augustine – Lieut. Sandford to Haldimand
Refusing the offer to succeed Lieut. Smith, 9th Regiment, in the office he holds. (Page 30) – SN: 069019
1769/08/11 – Port Royal (Jamaica) Captain Fitzherbert to Haldimand
With letters and cases of wine, sent by the packet established lately between Carolina, Jamaica and Pensacola. Personal gossip. Corsicans reported to have gained a great victory over the French; that the latter are formidable in the East Indies, and making a settlement in Madagascar. (Page 31) – SN: 069020
1769/08/11 – Charlestown – Gamble to Haldimand
The progress made in getting transports and in fitting them up. The delays for water casks, &c. (Page 33) – SN: 069021
1769/08/17 – H. Sampson, Paymaster 31st, to Haldimand
Details of the state St-Augustine. of accounts of the regiment with Mr. Blackwell, agent for the contractors. (Page 35) – SN: 069022
1769/08/20 – Pensacola – Ensign Robert Dalrymple to Haldimand
For leave of absence. (Page 37) – SN: 069023
1769/08/25 – Charlestown – Gamble to Haldimand
The arrangements, &c., are minutely detailed. (Page 38) – SN: 069024
1769/08/25 – Charlestown – Maxwell to Haldimand
The .arrangements for transport. The delay caused by waiting for biscuits for the 9th Regiment.
Capt. Goslin allowed to proceed, so that the small vessel he had chartered might be ready to assist in landing the other troops on arrival. Has allowed Major Chissolm to return home on leave of absence. (Page 42) – SN: 069025
1769/09/05 – Charlestown – Gamble to Haldimand
Details as to the biscuits ordered for the troops; why he does not go to St. Augustine; the difficulty of getting boards and planks, This is the worst place to take up transports he ever was in. Returns sent, The 21st regiment embarked, but the wind not fair. (Page 44) – SN: 069026
1769/09/06 – Charlestown – Gamble to Haldimand
The delay of the transports from a foul wind. Being paid for by the month, the masters will make every delay poseible, but must be protested. (Page 48) – SN: 069027
1769/09/11 – Pensacola – Innes to Haldimand
Arrival of General O’Reilly at the Belize with Spanish troops, two frigates and a great quantity of ammnnition, it is believed to take possession of the Mississippi. Cambel sent up the Lakes by Lieut. Governor Browne and Council. Enclosing a letter from Lieut. Nugent, asking for leave of absence. (Page 50) – SN: 069028
1769/09/15 – Charlestown – Gamble to Haldimand
Has bargained with Forbes for a supply of boards, &c., as none can be got in Charleston. The rate of freight, &c. Is unhappy since the transports left, on account of the very bad weather. He goes to New York by the General’s orders, but will return to his duty as soon as possible. Has made all arrangements to supply the transports with water should they require it on their return. (Page 52) – SN: 069029
1769/10/05 – Charlestown – Gamble to Haldimand
Return of transports after having made St. Augustine three times from which they were driven off. The letter gives details. (Page 54) – SN: 069030
1769/10/06 – Charlestown – Gamble
Memorandum of the dates of his leaving New York, engaging the transports, their sailing and return, on account of the gales. (Page 58) – SN: 069031
1769/10/06 – Charlestown – Lt. Col. Maxwell to Haldimand
Account of the unsuccessful attempt to convey troops to St. Augustine owing to the bad weather. How transport might be managed. (Page 62) – SN: 069032
1769/10/09 – Charlestown – Order (unsigned)
That Thomas McKenzie is to be attached to the Grenadier Company of the 31st as a Cadet Volunteer. (Page 59) – SN: 069033
1769/10/11 – Pensacola – Innis to Haldimand
The French inhabitants of the Lakes and River Pearl complain of the ravages committed by the Indians. General O’Reilly is settling a form of Government at New Orleans, not very agreeable to the French; has sent no troops up the Mississippi; apparently, the Spaniards have no intention of fortifying their posts on that river. They have 3,000 troops, a number necessary.to subdue Louisiana. Ensign Cambel has returned from New Orleans, where he went without acquainting him (Innis) and has not called since his return. Desires instructions, Osmbel’s conduct being very singular. The Indians have destroyed a house and shed built for the wood cutters, besides destroying wood. List of the Council sent. (Page 60) – SN: 069034
1769/10/17 – Charlestown – Certificates from Captains Howe and Disney of the N. B
Fusiliers to the masters of the “Harriet” and ”Sally,” that they did their utmost to carry out their charter parties but were unable to do so from stress of weather (Page 65)
The same of the same date from Lieut. Col Maxwell, to the Master of the ”Mary”. (Page 66) – SN: 069035
1769/10/22 – Charlestown – Maxwell to Haldimand
The snow arrived on the 12th, after suffering from bad weather like the rest. The transports refitting; hopes that they will be ready in eight days. (Page 67) – SN: 069036
1769/10/23 – Charlestown – Gamble to Haldimand
The return of the snow “Sally” after being out five weeks and two days. Part of the bread condemned. Has had a survey on the transports, on a requisition to Captain Phillips of H. M. S. “Trial,” who will have the repairs made. The danger to large vessels from the bar at St. Augustine. Besides the transports, eleven topsail vessels have put in dismasted. Hopes the boards from Forbes arrived; not a good board to be got at Charleston, as they are bought up for the houses that are building. The damage by the gale all along the coast to New York; in Virginia it has been prodigious. (Page 68) – SN: 069037
1769/10/28 – Sunburry (Georgia) – John Forbes to Haldimand
Respecting boards supplied. The vessels with the first load has been wrecked. Will undertake to send & cargo every month. The vessel carrying only goods for the Government should be exempted from Custom House or other port charges. (Page 71) – SN: 069038
1769/11/01 – Charlestown – Gamble to Haldimand
The difficulty of obtaining transports; the Charlestown extravagant rates asked. Bow the troops may be carried at least expense. List of vessels engaged, and terms. Details of arrangements. How the stores are distributed. (Page 73) – SN: 069039
1769/11/01 – Pensacola
Report of survey, signed William Aird and William Marshall, on timber and boats. (Page 76) – SN: 069040
Gamble to Haldimand
The “Margaret” with the remainder of the 21st to get to the roads to-day. How stores are distributed on board the vessels. The transports ready for receiving the troops. The difficulties made about the transportation of the articles for the Crown. (Page 77) – SN: 069041
1769/11/08 – St. Augustine
Strength of the 9th Regiment with the number of women, as they are to embark for Charleston. 79 Embarkation return follows. 80 – SN: 069042
1769/11/08 – St. Augustine
Return of invalids of the 21st R. N. B. Fusiliers. (Page 82) – SN: 069043
1769/11/11 – St. Augustine – Certificate by Lieut. Bethune and George Petrie
Of the loss of the St.Augustine: Schooner “Hawke” off St. Augustine with troops on board; no lives lost. (Page 81) – SN: 069044
1769/11/23 – Charlestown – Whitmore to –,
The 9th Regiment now on board the transports, preparing to sail for Cork. Is Bending this and other despatches by Clark, of tho Royal Artillery. Receiving all sorts of civilities from the hospitable inhabitants of this pretty town. (Page 83) – SN: 069045
1769/11/25 – Charlestown – Forbes to Haldimand
Receipt for the lumber received. Is glad that its quality gave satisfaction. (Page 84) – SN: 069046
1769/11/28 – Charlestown – Gamble to Haldimand
The 9th arrived and embarked on board the transports. Delay for want of stock; the bread rejected after survoy and proper quality provided. Has received despatches from the Commander-in-Chief which he is forwarding. The taking up of small vessels approved of. Asks if an arrangement could not be made for exchanging into a regiment serving in America, he having been disappointed about purchasing. (Page 85) – SN: 069047
1769/12/04 – Pensacola – Innes to Haldimand
Has been notified that three companies are coming to Pensacola; has fitted up the harracks; has received barrack bedding, &c. Enclosing statement of the Spanish armament and all their proceedings since leaving old Spain. (Page 88) – SN: 069048
1769/12/07 – Boston – Edward Marriot to Haldimand
Asking that Mr. Cotton, Chaplain ‘at Pensacola, be compelled to refund him £25 borrowed. (Page 49) – SN: 069049
1769/12/13 – Charlestown – Dr. Cotton to Haldimand
Is leaving with Mr. :McGillvray, to go over land to Pensacola to rejoin the garrison, his leave of absence having been extended by General Gage. (Page 89) – SN: 069050
1769/11/23 – New York – Gamble to Haldimand
Approval by General Gage of the means of transport adopted. Application for indemnity by.the owners of the “Hawke” is referred to him (Haldimand). Repeatmg his request for exchange into another regiment serving in America. (Page 90) – SN: 069051
1769/12/?? – Pensacola – Dr. Lorimer to Haldimand
His attack of fever and recovery. Desires to have arrangements made for t e return of hospital blankets borrowed for the barracks. Sending account of his expenses to Mobile. (Page 91) Account follows. (Page 92) – SN: 069052
1770/03/02 – St. Augustine – Lieut. H. Skynner
Memorial respecting rations to tho men of the Royal Artillery whilst on board transport for St. Augustine, for which no stoppages were made. (Page 94) – SN: 069053
1770/03/12 – Pensacola – N. to Haldimand
The disagreeable voyage through the Keys; the ship nearly wrecked. The wonderful improvement in the infant colony. Provisions plentiful and cheap. Society increased and it looks like the golden age renewed. The different opinions respecting the proceedings of Governor Durnford. Governor Browne has left, after a duel with Evan Jones, and after calling out Hodge and Godley who apologized. He intended calling out some more, but was bound over to keep the peace. A new road to be cot through the woods to Mobile. Nothing but feasting and drinking since the regiment returned. (Page 96) – SN: 069054
1770/03/12 – Pensacola – W. Clifton to Haldimand
Arrival of the 31st Regiment; regrets that he (Haldimand) was not coming. The favourable prospects of the new Lieut. Governor putting the place in a state of increase. Society notes. Introducing his step-son, Lieut. James Winter. The harmony between the civil and military promoted by Captain Innes. (Page 98) – SN: 069055
1770/03/14 – Pensacola – James Jones to Haldimand
The gratification at the reinforcement of troops. It leads him not to despair of seeing West Florida again the headquarters for the Southern district; confidence in the good effects of Lt. Governor Durnford’s arrival. His (Haldimand’s) house put in good order. The chances of sale not good, unless the planters of East Florida transfer their operations to tho more fertile lands of West Florida. The loss by the conduct of his (Haldimand’s) agent. The wretched state of the people of Louisiana under Spanish rule; their proposals to take sanctuary under the British Government, but have been amused with promises till it is too late. Had there been an establishment (military) on the Mississippi more than half of the inhabitants of Louisiana would have taken shelter. The trade circumscribed by the Spaniards; plan in contemplation by him (Jones) and his brothers for a lucrative trade on the river. Re will keep in mind the suggested attempt towards the Florida Keys. Wishes him (Haldimand) a safe voyage to New York. Would have Bent a hogshead of claret but there is none :fit to drink. (Page 100) – SN: 069056
1770/03/14 – Pensacola – Captain Crofton to Haldimand
Regrets previous irregularities on the provision returns; shall be punctual in future. The casualty returns. (Page 104) – SN: 069057
1770/04/16 – St. Augustine – W. Penn to Haldimand
Respecting musters in East and West St. Augustine Applies for Mr. Stewart’s office should it be vacant. (Page 105) – SN: 069058
1770/04/20 – Williamsburg – Col. Byrd to Haldimand
Introducing his son Tom. (Page 106) – SN: 069059
1770/05/09 – St. Augustine – Maxwell to Haldimand
Sending’ despatches received, some of which did not appeal to be for his perusal. The return of two companies of .the 31st expected. Arrival of bedding for the Artillery; . its distribution, and survey ordered. The destruction by moths amongst tho woollens in store. List of materials, &c., for the barracks sent. The indefinite rules as to barrack accommodation for the officers; desires to have precise instructions. The roles as to barrack accommodation at Gibraltar, &c. Sends returns of the provisions received; all care possible will be taken of them. Respecting the non-arrival of shingles, and the purchase on the spot, unless the work on the barracks is to stand still. (Page 107) – SN: 069060
1770/05/25 – St. Augustine – Maxwell to Haldimand
Arrival of Major Mackenzie and four companies of the 31st from Pensacola. Spare blankets have been delivered to them; bedding still deficient, being intended for 500 men and there are 641 of the two corps. The want of iron pots, Has given leave for Lt. Nugent to go to New York, on account of ill health. (Page 113) Returns (2) of the state, &c., of the 31st Regiment at Pensacola, dated 18th January, 1770, follow (Page 115) State of the Royal North British Fusiliers at St. Augustine, dated 7th February, 1770, also follow (Pages 116-117) – SN: 069061
1770/05/26 – Pensacola – Crofton to Haldimand
Storehouse and guardhouse nearly completed. Tools and nails wanted. (Page 117) – SN: 069062
1770/06/01 – Pensacola – Capt. Carkett to Haldimand
Respecting Miller, a private in the 16th, a deserter from the Marines. Does not see how he should be pardoned. Will be under the necessity of reporting the matter to the Admiralty. (Page 118) – SN: 069063
1770/06/11 – Pensacola – Haldimand to Edward Codrington
Is surprised at his remarks to Garron about his contract; the many favours shown him. The inconvenience suffered by the troops from the want of provisions in store, and the men put on rice, when flour was so high. Details of complaints made respecting the quality of the provisions and or Mr. Garron’s not carrying out his contract. The injustice of hie complaints. (Page 119) – SN: 069064
1770/06/13 – New York – Gamble to Lieut. Kirkman, 21st
His claim to be laid before Haldimand for approbation previous to settlement. (Page 121) – SN: 069065
1770/06/28 – New York – Col. Robertson to Captain Rainsford
Would be glad of his appointment to be Barrack Master at Pensacola ; the confusion in the accounts there. (Page 122) – SN: 069066
1770/07/03 – Silesia – General Zaremba to Haldimand (in German)
Announces his promotion and his earnest desire to see Haldimand in Europe. His longing for letters. The visit of the Emperor to the King, his master. The Poles massacring each other. (The Emperor of Austria and the King of Prussia met this year on more than one occasion, negotiations being then conducted relative to the affairs of Poland. (Page 123) – SN: 069067
1770/07/10 – St. Augustine – James Grant to Haldimand
Social and political gossip. Arrival of samples of indigo; the dry season till the King’s birthday, then rain and most abundant crops, which will make them independent of the North. Has been pestered, tormented and ruined by grasshoppers and a bad overseer, but has got rid of both. N ewe of friends. (Page 125) – SN: 069068
1770/07/12 – Pensacola – Arthur Strother to N. Green
Has ordered 20,000 pounds weight of biscuit from New York, but will supply what is wanted till its
arrival. (Page 129) – SN: 069069
1770/07/13 – St. Augustine – Maxwell to Haldimand
No arrivals from England or New York tor a long time. A similar account of the crops to that given in the preceding letter from Grant. Has nothing new to add about the barracks. (Page 128) – SN: 069070
1770/07/27 – New Orleans – Winter Fargie to Haldimand
Defending himself against charges of having incited the Indians to attack Point Cope, and of other misdeeds. Asks him to speak to Governor Chester on his behalf. (Page 130) – SN: 069071
1770/08/02 – London – Capt. Vullijamorz to Haldimand (in French)
Had written in 1768; his subsequent employment; is anxious to enter the King’s service. (Page 224) – SN: 069072
1770/08/06 – Croftown – Crofton to (Haldimsnd P)
Representing the miserable state of the garrison at Fort Charlotte from sickness. (Page 132) – SN: 069073
1770/08/11 – Croftown -
Return of the sick of the detachment of the 31st at Mobile and Croftown. (Page 133) – SN: 069074
1770/08/12 – Croftown – Crofton to Haldimand
Arrival of Surgeons Lorimer and Brown. Is relieving Fort Charlotte. Will provide with a barrack the men from there who are recovering. (Page 134) – SN: 069075
1770/08/16 – Croftown – Crofton to Haldimand
Thanks for approbation. Tools arrived. Wants molasses to make spruce beer. Men recovering. (Page 135) – SN: 069076
1770/08/29 – New York – Captain Archibald Hamilton to Haldimand
Asks that his company may be sent to Bermuda, where Mrs. Hamilton is related to, and acquainted with, some of the first people of that island. (Page 136) – SN: 069077
1770/09/05 – New Orleans – Perrault to Haldimand (in French)
Asking assistance to obtain possession of a negro slave bought from Airchild, but claimed by the wife of the latter as hers by her marriage contract. (Page 137) – SN: 069078
1770/09/19 – Edinburg – General Oughton to Haldimand
Respecting the death of Captain Varlo. The motives of the people of West Florida in asking for troops. The removal of O’Reilly from New Orleans has deprived. them of that pretext. The prospects of war in Europe, the incredible success of the Russian arms, both by sea and land. The Turks seem in a fair way to lose all their European territories. The wretched situation of Poland. Fleet fit ting out probably for Lisbon. The violence of party and faction at home subsided; the Boston mutineers will probably see themselves left by their English coadjutors and exposed to deserved chastisement, whilst New York, by a timely retreat, will meet with reward instead of punishment. (Page 139) – SN: 069079
1770/10/10 – St. Augustine – Maxwell to Haldimand
Sowers has informed him of the loss of the vessel with all the stores to furnish the officers’ barracks. Orders received for two regiments to be stationed in East Florida. Materials and artificers arrived for building new barracks. A detachment ordered to be sent to Providence by the first ship of war, to be under the orders of General Shirley on arrival. Details of the detachment to be sent according to orders. Tho fusiliers to be kept entire. Farmer gone to New York. P. S. dated the 15th, respecting regimental affairs. (Page 142) – SN: 069080
1770/10/12 – St. Augustine – James Grant to Haldimand
The difficulty of communicating with Pensacola. Has been successful in getting two regiments; only a detachment to go to New Providence. The progress and cost of the barracks. Is fond of seeing military money circulated in the Province, though a little of it should go in rum. So long as he (Haldimand) lives in an exotic country, thinks this the best place for him. Tis’ true they had made no laws, but Dr. Turnbull had raised provisions for his settlement and would send 5,000 weight of indigo to market. The good quality of this year’s crop of indigo; will clear 15 per cent. net for his investments. Advises Haldimand to sell out his property in the North and invest in negroes and a plantation in East Florida. Respecting DeBrahm, the Provincial Land Surveyor, and his dismissal. Further about indigo and his (Grant’s) resolution to remain in the country till its reputation be established, though he has been left an estate in the Highlands of Scotland by the death of a nephew. (Page 145) – SN: 069081
1770/10/19 – St. Augustine – Lieut. W. Sandford
Respecting his leave of absence. (Page 149) – SN: 069082
1770/10/20 – St. Augustine – Lieut. F. G. Mulcaster to Haldimand (in French)
The painful situation of Rainsford; hopes that his creditors will relent; pleads for his employment With the Barrack Master. Works on the barracks begun; the indigo, it is said, had made the change. The suspension of DeBrahm by the Secretary of State, the causes, &c. (Page 150) – SN: 069083
1770/10/21 – St. Augustine – A. Rainsford to Haldimand
Prays for the position of Barrack Master in West Ftorida being kept open, until he can pacify his creditors. (Page 152) – SN: 069084
1770/10/22 – St. Augustine – Maxwell to Haldimand
Landing of recruits; one with small pox. They have all been sent to the island on the other side of the barbour. The man is better and the infection has not spread. (Page 153) – SN: 069085
1770/11/05 – Pensacola – Lorimer to Haldimand
Recommends Sommers, Surgeon’s Mate, to go to Mobile; proposes to leave Mr. Brown in medical charge, whilst he (Lorimer) goes north for the benefit of his health. (Page 154) – SN: 069086
1770/11/21 – Pensacola Harbour – Capt. Cornwallis, of H.M.S. ”Guadaloupe”
The “Tryal” will .carry the detachment to St. Augustine, according to request. (Page 155) – SN: 069087
1770/11/24 – Mobile – Thomas Strother to Haldimand
The ruinous state of the provision stores. (Page 156) – SN: 069088
1770/11/26 – Fort Charlotte – Connor to Haldimand
Will facilitate Crofton’s expedition. Returns of this garrison and that at Red Cliffs, &c. (Page 157) – SN: 069089
1770/11/29 – Mobile – Widow Lemarqu to Haldimand (in French)
Complaining that Mobile: certain officers have left without paying their board, &c. (Page 158) – SN: 069090
1770/12/11 – Pensacola Harbour – Captain Cornwallis to Haldimand
Cannot take troops to St. Augustine by H. M. S. “Earl of Northampton” for reasons given. (Page 159) – SN: 069091
1770/12/13 – Pensacola – Maxwell to Haldimand
Sergeant’s detachment of the 31st arrived. Will look out for that by the “Tryal.” Detachments have sailed for New Providence. Progress of the barracks impeded for want of lime. The dispute with Major Moultrie, who has the only available lime kiln, and how settled. The difficulty of getting wood. Two negroes run away, but caught; proposes to sell them. Deserters taken. (Page 161) – SN: 069092
1770/12/25 – Off Charlestown – Crofton to Haldimand
Heavy gale has prevented landing at St. Augustine. Will land here and obtain the Governor’s help to get to their destination. (Page 164) – SN: 069093
1771/01/05 – St. Augustine – Maxwell to Haldimand
Arrival of Hamilton with a few of the men who landed on the beach and crossed the island. The transport not able to cross the bar. The ,. ”Tryal ” not yet signalled; is afraid she has already passed the port. (Page 165) – SN: 069094
1771/01/16 – Mobile – Strothers to Haldimand
Complains of the conduct of the contractors for supplying flour, &c., and asks that steps be taken to remedy it. (Page 166) – SN: 069095
1771/02/07 – Pensacola Harbour – Cornwallis to Haldimand
Has no boats fit to land cannon for the batteries at the mouth of the harbour, but will be of any service he has means for. (Page 167) – SN: 069096
1771/02/09 – Fort Charlotte – Connor to Haldimand
Has had a survey held on flour for the garrison. (Page 168) – SN: 069097
1771/02/13 – Pensacola – Nath. Green to Strothers
His course respecting the supply of flour, &c., should the contractor fail to carry out the agreement. (Page 169) – SN: 069098
1771/02/19 – Fort Charlotte – Connor to Haldimand
The house at Red Cliffs not ready. Contract for wood. Survey on flour. (Page 171) – SN: 069099
1771/02/26 – Rivière aux Chiens – P. Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
The work he has underaken delayed by bad weather; will use every exertion to push it forward. Sends account for sundries. The progress of building, &c. (Page 172) – SN: 069100
1771/02/26 – Pensacola – A. McPherson to Haldimand
Two soldiers ,of the 16th, charged with stealing a leopard’s skin from Rochon tanyard; asks that they be delivered up. (Page 174) – SN: 069101
1771/03/12 – St. Augustine – Maxwell to Haldimand
Arrival of Captain Crofton and the detachment of the 31st from Charleston, and of Captain Hamilton from New York. Hospital changes. Major General Mackay is now Colonel of the Fusiliers, Regimental changes and prospective purchasers of the vacant commissions. Gaieties in the town. (Page 175) – SN: 069102
1771/03/13 – Pensacola – Sowers to Governor Chester
List of works building for the Province. The material and soil cause much expense. The guns to be mounted are of too small calibre. Haldimand has applied to Gage for heavier artillery. Nothing going on at Mobile except repairing the barracks and stockading the communication, in ease of an Indian war. (Page 178) – SN: 069103
1771/03/22 – Red Clif – — to Haldimand
That Capt. Burnaby will consent to give the men for rafting if they can be covered in from the rain or housed at night How this can be done. Thinks rum should be allowed, seeing how many hours the men are up to their necks in water. List of tackle wanted. (Page 180) – SN: 069104
1771/03/26 – Pensacola – Jacob Blackwell to Haldimand
Will transmit certificate about the sloop ”Dolphin” to Mr. Codrington, who had no idea of the manner in which the contract was carried on, except from his agent Garron; the neglect of the latter. (Page 182) – SN: 069105
1771/03/30 – New York – James Robinson to Lieut. Pilot
Observations on the accounts for cutting wood; for the hire of lodgings, which latter is disallowed. How lodging money should be paid. (Page 183) – SN: 069106
1771/04/01 – Fort Charlotte – Connor to Haldimand
With monthly return and state of the garrison. The house at Croftown finished. Lieut. Litchfield and party brought over, a corporal’s party left there. Rochon is carrying on the repairs with expedition. (Page 186) – SN: 069107
1771/04/03 – Pensacola – Blackwell to F. Hutchison
The quantity of bread ordered for the troops. Part of that in store was allowed to be removed on account of its perishing condition; hence tho deficiency. (Page 187) – SN: 069108
1771/04/03 – Mobile – Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
Has finished tho house at Croftown; details or work done. Will Bend full details to the engineer. Is satisfied at his schooner being taken for carrying guns, His wife’s illness compels them to remain at Mobile. (Page 188) – SN: 069109
1771/04/05 – St. Augustine – Maxwell to Haldimand
Thanks for the approbation given to his conduct. Will send the rest of the vacant company of Artillery by the first opportunity; if war is declared, or the prospect of it, will hire a vessel for the purpose and send her round by the Keys as safest, Will relieve the troops as soon as they are fit to be seen; they are drilling. The bad state of the powder; has received a. fresh supply from Gage. Sending orders received from New York; the proper channel of communication he thinks should be by Jamaica. A recruiting party sent off; respecting other recruiting parties. Materials arrived for the officers’ barracks, which will soon be finished. Hospital changes, The Governor’s Ill-health; he is going to England; Major Moultrie to take his place; the military honours proposed to be paid him; Correspondence with Robertson as to barrack bedding. Concerts, assemblies and private dancing parties constantly going on. (Page 190) – SN: 069110
1771/04/06 – St. Augustine – Maxwell to Haldimand
With returns. Respecting the sale of pease, which are spoiling. (Page 196) – SN: 069111
1771/04/14 – Fort Charlotte – Connor to Haldimand
With report of survey on flour. (Page 198) – SN: 069112
1771/04/15 – Mobile – Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
Thanks for his esteem. Is finishing work to send hy the schooner. Is waiting the arrival of a sail maker from New Orleans to see about the sails of his schooner. Will send a few dozen fowls by this conveyance. Will come to Pensacola after the work at Mobile is finished. Requests that his white workmen should have rations at the King’s tariff. (Page 199) – SN: 069113
1771/04/17 – St. Augustine – Maxwell to Haldimand
The Budden order for the regiment to proceed to Philadelphia; has not been acquainted with the reason. All instructions will be lett with Major Mackenzie. The 31st reviewed, review returns sent; was surprised to find the regiment 80 good after the greet loss at Pensacola. Artillery also reviewed; its proposed embarkation. Dr. Lorimer’s refusal to return the medical instruments bought for the regiment; asks that he be compelled to return them. (Page 201) – SN: 069114
1771/04/17 – St. Augustine – Mary Warner to Maxwell
Asking payment for the hire of the St-Augustine. Schooner “St. George,” due to her late husband. (Page 204) – SN: 069115
1771/05/10 – St. Augustine – Lieut. Pilot to Haldimand
Asking his intervention for the payment of lodging money. Governor Grant and the last of the 21st Regiment have left. Major Moultrie appointed Lieut. Governor. He (Pilot) has sent a careful man to look after Haldimand’a stock which is numerous. The people anxious to see him back. (Page 205) – SN: 069116
1771/05/11 – New York – Lt. Col. James to Capt. Gosling
A fourth battalion to be added to the Royal Regiment of Artillery; the arrangements for this Haldimand has been written to by Gage on the subject. (Page 207) – SN: 069117
1771/05/16 – Mobile – Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
The delay in the return of schooner, caused by Mr. Connor; everything ready as ordered. The large bateau ready, but cannot be sent by the schooner, the master saying it was too large, and it would be a risk to take it. Has sent un diable (a kind of wheeled vehicle for carrying heavy logs) with chains for oxen. Has also sent timber and some wild fowl. Cannot send the small schooner ; she is not yet fitted with sails, as the sailmaker only arrived the previous day. Progress of work. He is having the small boats caulked. Respecting rations for the men of the schooner, which he will undertake to repay if not allowed. (Page 209) – SN: 069118
1771/05/28 – New York – Jacob Schalk to Capt. Gosling, St. Augustin
With list of the regiment (Royal Artillery). How the mattrosses are to be distributed, the companies with supernumerary gunners to have fewer of them. The re-arrangement of the non-commissioned officers; the supernumeraries to be sent to New York. Desires to have a full descriptive return of his company. (Page 212) Returns follow. (Page 214) – SN: 069119
1771/06/10 – Mobile – Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
Will have the work finished by the 20th. Is anxious to have further employment. to refit his house, spoiled by the bad conduct of his children, Hopes that he has found the two pairs of oxen to be good. (Page 215) – SN: 069120
1771/06/16 – St. Augustine – Mulcaster to Haldimand (in French)
Had changed the mode of sending this and enclosure, since the news that there would be no war. Major Small had left a fine horse to be sent to him (Haldimand), which he would take care of until it could be sent. The departure of the Governor and almost all the officers of the 31st, so that they are living like hermits. Asks for some of Haldimand’s company to save them from being lost in fields of indigo and rice, especially the former, which is growing in an astonishing manner. (Page 216) – SN: 069121
1771/07/11 – Mobile – Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
Reports the progress of the works, which be requests should be examined, that he may obtain a receipt. Excuses for sending two instead of one pair of oxen as ordered. Statement of other work: that may be done. Is finishing another diable. Would like to have other work when the present is finished. (Page 218) State of work appended. (Page 220) – SN: 069122
1771/07/20 – St. Augustine – Captain Gosling to Haldimand
Bucloslnz the instructlons he has received as to filling up the companies of artillery, which do not seem to tally. Has written to New York for an explanation. Asks instructions in the meantime. (Page 221) – SN: 069123
1771/07/24 – Pensacola – N. Green, Commissary, to Haldimand
Applying for leave of absence. Will leave William Williams as his substitute. (Page 223) – SN: 069124
1771/09/07 – St. Augustine – Major Mackenzie to the same
Sending returns of the 31st. The reasons for the irregularities. Another regiment ordered to this place to occupy the new barracks. About 50 recruits joined the 31st. Does not expect them to remain long as they are deserting overy week. Respecting the accounts of Maturin’s company. (Page 227) – SN: 069125
1771/10/08 – Jamaica – John Marr to Haldimand
Introducing Lieut. Lewis, of the ”Diana.” Hopes he himself may be able to pay such a visit, of which Sir George Rodney gives hopes. Introducing also Mr. Phillips, 2nd Lieutenant of the “Diana.” (Page 229) – SN: 069126
1771/10/10 – New York – Sowers to Haldimand
Sending stores; is advertising for brick makers, but the terms asked have been such an imposition that they cannot be given, Has delivered copies of all plans to Hutchins, as well us hints for his guidance. (Page 231) A private note follows.(Page 233) – SN: 069127
1771/10/17 – Mobile – Connor to Haldimand
Drowning of Drummer Donaldson and death of one of the men in hospital. Sending report of a survey on provisions. (Page 234) – SN: 069128
1771/11/07 – Pensacola – Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
The agreement with his late father continues. Will supply the number of planks deficient, and shall send more if wanted. Will carry out all his father’s intentions. (Page 235) – SN: 069129
1771/11/11 – Pensacola – Isaac Monsanto to Haldimand (in French)
The surprise at the departure of Durade ; the reasons stated; does not believe tho schooner will return, on account of threatened proceedings by creditors. The injury to his own credit; asks for the loan of $200 for six months, giving his little negro in pledge. (Page 237) – SN: 069130
1771/11/19 – Rivière aux chiens – Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
Sending the schooner with the remainder of the planks, some hay, &c. Will supply whatever else may be wanted. (Page 240) – SN: 069131
1771/12/10 – St. Augustine – Moultrie to Haldimand
Has received word of the regimental changes. Is always glad to see the troops arrive and sorry to see them go. His appreciation of Captain Gosling and his subalterns. (Page 241) – SN: 069132
1771/12/12 – St. Augustine – Moultrie to Haldimand
The bad state of his (Haldimand’s) farm. The high character of the indigo, at a sale in London; it beat that from Carolina hollow, and the French also. Has sold his plantation in Carolina and is bringing his negroes here. Captain Gosling, who carries this letter, will give all the news. (Page 242) – SN: 069133
1771/12/16 – St. Augustine – Mackenzie to Haldimand
Arrival of the 29th; be has transferred the instructions to Col. Carr. Safe arrival of Ensigns Johnston and Mason. Hutchison will be repaid for expenses incurred for a sick soldier, &c. (Page 245) – SN: 069134
1771/12/16 – St. John’s River – Mulcaster to Haldimand (in French.)
Respecting his (Haldimand’s) farm. The unfortunate position of Mr. de Brahm. (Page 247) – SN: 069135
1771/12/16 – St. Augustine – Carr to Haldimand
Sending returns of the 29th and 31st. The detachment of Royal Artillery under Capt. Downman, embarked bot not yet sailed. Other details. (Page 249) – SN: 069136
No date – De la Gautrais to Haldimand (in French)
That he had sent an account of the insults, robbery and burning at Pontchartrain, Joy at his return to the Government. His necessities; cannot return to New Orleans except on taking a now oath of fidelity, which he would never do, as he will maintain the one he has voluntarily taken to His Brittanic Majesty. Has incurred debt for building and for fencing his land. The good quality of the land and products. Has been up the Manchac; the obstructions in the channel; their causes. The fine quality of the land along the river, and the fine timber to be met with. Had sent last year an express to Pensacola to give an account of Indian outrages for which he had not yet been paid. Asks that the amount be given to his son; believes that the small nations had acted at the instigation of the Spaniards; they are canoe men, accustomed to the lakes and bayous. (Page 250) – SN: 069137
No date – Emanuel de Giez to —- (in French)
Expressing repentance and shame for his past life and asking forgiveness, and making profession of religion. Asks for a French Bible as a precious gift. (Page 255) – SN: 069138
1772/01/03 – Manchac – James Willing to Haldimand
Is going to settle upon the land given him by Haldimand; has built a magazine upon the upper line. Asks for a deed; has had the line run. (Page 258) – SN: 069139
1772/01/24 – Major Etherington to Haldimand
Recruiting for his battalion. Its miserable condition from being so long in these posts. To be relieved early in spring by the 52nd and probably sent to the West Indies. (Page 260) – SN: 069140
1772/01/26 -
Extract of orders to Captain Thomas Gamble to repair to Pensacola, to carry on the public service under Haldimand. (Page 262) – SN: 069141
1772/05/08 – St. Augustine – Major Carr to Haldimand
Will be careful in following instructions The difficulty of communicating with Pensacola. Party feeling subsiding in England and Ireland; the likelihood of a lasting peace, strength of the navy increased. Death of the Princess Dowager of Wales. (Page 263) – SN: 069142
1772/05/18 – St. Augustine – Mulcaster to Haldimand (in French)
The expense at Mon Plaisir (Haldimand’s farm); has pat a Prussian officer on it to take charge and to give it np when wanted. His industry and services. Had been as far as the cape, and found about 150,000 acres of good land. (Page 265) – SN: 069143
1772/05/22 – Rivière aux Chiens – P. Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
The delay in sending the planks; has loaded a schooner, and would be glad if a thousand more planks would be taken. (Page 267) – SN: 069144
1772/06/19 – St. Augustine – Carr to Haldimand
With monthly returns of the garrison. (Page 269) – SN: 069145
1772/07/06 – New Orleans – James Willing to Haldimand
Has arrived with goods fit for the Indian trade of the Illinois; has found Fort Chartres destroyed by Hamilton and only 50 men left to protect the settlers till they could remove their effects. Asks for permission to trade and settle on the River Pearl. (Page 270) – SN: 069146
1772/07/10 – Pensacola – Thomas Gamble
Requisition for $1,000 to carry on the public service. (Page 272) – SN: 069147
1772/07/15 – Pensacola – Edmund Rush Wegg, Attorney General of West Florida
Deposition as to the proceedings on a charge for cruelty against Cambel, engineer, and the attempt by him to force a duel on the deponent. (Page 273) – SN: 069148
1772/07/18 – New York – Col. Reid to Haldimand
Thanking him for kindness shown to Major Small and making offer of service. (Page 277) – SN: 069149
1772/09/08 – Rivière aux Chiens – Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
Advising that he had drawn for $50 to account. Shall send another load of plank, so soon as the bad weather is over. (Page 278) – SN: 069150
1772/09/10 – London – Lt. Governor Sinnott to Haldimand
Giving, so far as his memory would serve, an account of a transaction respecting horses at Kaskaskias. (Page 279) – SN: 069151
1772/09/10 – Pensacola – Captain Hay to Haldimand
Requisition for a deserter in custody of the troops at Mobile. (Page 282) – SN: 069152
1772/10/02 – Rivière aux Chiens – Rochon to Haldimand (in French)
Has granted an order for the amount due him, to satisfy an execution. Has planks and hay ready to send. Asks protection for the bills drawn. (Page 283) – SN: 069153
1772/10/25 – South o Presqu’Isle – Hutchins to Haldimand
Detention by contrary winds. The ”Warwickshire Wag” at anchor, but was unable to reach her, from the heavy sea.till that morning. Getting everything in readiness to set out for the Samphire Islands. Mr. Bodrow’s schooner has been very serviceable. Will have the” Warkwickshire Wag” returned as soon as possible. The party well; continued bad weather. (Page 285) – SN: 069154
1772/11/03 – London – General Armstrong to Haldimand
Congratulations on his appointment to the 2nd Batt. Royal Americans; he himself being exchanged to the 8th. The settlement of accounts to be left to Mr. Ross, Haldimand’s agent. (Page 288) – SN: 069155
1772/11/11 – New Orleans – James Willing to Haldimand
That the firm of Willing & Morris can supply flour on better terms than any other; asks him to get Mr. Stephenson’s contractor to give them the preference. (Page 289) – SN: 069156
1772/11/13 – Free Mason Island – Hutchins to Haldimand
Had got the schooner into the lagoon on the 8th, and over the bar on the 9th. Refers him for information of proceedings to Mr . Belile, who can be depended on. Will write a circumstantial account. The conduct of Capt. Wild had nearly caused him (Hutchins) and his party to perish from hunger, besides causing great expense. Cannot sail till the wind changes. Details of the good conduct of the party. Captain Wild’s merits, in spite of his mistakes. The services of Belile to be settled for on his arrival. Will leave for Pensacola as soon as the schooner is safe over the shoals. Has sent six barrels of manure. (Page 291) – SN: 069157
1772/11/21 – South of Presqu’Isle – Hutchins to Haldimand
Had got the “Mercury” over all the shoals; her detention; left her on the 18th, in the channel near Ship Island. Could not make the continent with the “Elizabeth,” owing to contrary winds; has left her with orders to proceed to Pensacola. Had suffered from want of water. (Page 294) – SN: 069158
1772/11/26 – Carys-Fort Pensacola – Hay to Haldimand
Is happy to hear of the good conduct of his officers and men; has ordered a survey on the “Mercury.” Cannot order an examination on Captain Wild’s conduct, but will give his opinion as soon as the journal of his proceedings is laid before him. (Page 297) – SN: 069159
1772/12/01 – New Orleans – Oliver Pollock to Haldimand
Respecting the offer of James Willing to supply flour for the troops. (Page 298) – SN: 069160
1772/12/02 – Mobile – Gamble to Haldimand
Has persuaded Stuart to remain instead of going to Pensacola; is trying to persuade him to live on his plantation. Will, on his return to Pensacola, report on all the matters entrusted to him. The want of pork at the post. (Page 300) – SN: 069161
No date – De Noyon to (Haldimand ?) (in French.)
Respecting the debts of M. de la Coterai, assumed by M. de la Frenière, and asking that the money due to the former be paid over to meet the engagements of M. de la Frenière. (Page 302) – SN: 069162
