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The Haldimand Collection is a valuable resource for the study of events in North America from the beginning of the Seven Years War to the end of the American Revolution and the early period of Loyalist settlement. The Papers contain the correspondence and records of Frederick Haldimand’s various commands at Trois-Rivières, Florida, New York, and Quebec. Included is correspondence with such military commanders as General Jeffery Amherst, Thomas Gage, Sir John Burgoyne, Henry Bouquet, and Sir Henry Clinton; various civil and military officials such as the Earl of Sandwich, First Lord of the Admiralty; Lord Barrington, Secretary at War; Lord Dartmouth and Lord George Germain, Secretaries of State; the Governors of Quebec, James Murray and Sir Guy Carleton; British ministers, including the Earl of Shelburne and Lord North; officers of Loyalist Corps such as Robert Rogers, James Rogers, Sir John Johnson, John Butler, and many others; Indian Department officials, Sir William Johnson, Guy Johnson and Daniel Claus; several governors and lieutenant governors; and many letters by Robert Matthews, Haldimand’s military secretary.
1773/06/15 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. Lord, 18th Regt. Illinois
That General Gage has left for England. Recommends lessening expenses of the Illinois country. Respecting the security taken for landing peltry in the port of London. Mr. De Bernier’s appointment &c. (Page 1) – SN:033001
1773/06/15 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. Austruther, 26th Regiment, Crown Point
Glad that the garrison is accommodated without inconveniencing the inhabitants. Valuables to be sent to Ticonderoga. Fatigue pay. Articles ordered to be sent to Quebec. (Page 2) – SN:033002
1773/06/15 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Smith, 10th Regiment, Niagara
Repairs to the fort and wharf at Niagara. Materials ordered from Montreal ; sale of unserviceable shingles, &c. (Page 3) – SN:033003
1773/06/15 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Templer, Montreal
Trusts a Court Martial may be unnecessary, &c. (Page 4) – SN:033004
1773/06/15 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Bassett, 10th Regt., Detroit.
Another trader killed by Indians ; cause, he believes, to be rum ; difficulty of finding means to prevent the evil. Demand for satisfaction to be made on the nation of the murderer. Domain round the fort for the use of the commanding officer, but as the paling it in would be disagreeable to the people, and would not repay the expense, recommends to let it alone. Slow progress of barrack repairs. (Page 5) – SN:033005
1773/06/21 – New York – General Haldimand
Certificates granted to Captain Pilot for volunteers. (Page 7) – SN:033006
1773/06/22 – New York – General Haldimand to A. Cunningham, Dy. Commissary, Quebec.
That flour manufactured in Quebec is to be received for issue to the troops at the upper posts in Canada. (Page 
– SN:033007
1773/06/24 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Hamilton, 18th Regiment, Philadelphia
Granting leave of absence to Lieutenant Bruère. (Page 9) – SN:033008
1773/06/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Smith, Niagara
Asking that a brick maker may be sent to Detroit. (Page 10) – SN:033009
1773/06/26 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Colonel Leslie, Boston
Leave of absence to Ensign Snow. Repairs of barracks at Castle William should new ones not be ordered. (Page 11) – SN:033010
1773/06/29 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, 52nd Regiment, Quebec
Glad that the draughts of the 21st Regt. not sent away. Expected arrival of recruits. (Page 12) – SN:033011
1773/06/29 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Templer, Montreal
Not to proceed further :with inquiry into the conduct of Capt. Simpson, .Royal Artillery, till further orders. Will give orders shortly about disposal of recruits, &c. (Page 13) – N:033012
1773/06/29 – New York – General Haldimand to Admiral Montague, Boston
Is happy to have a person of the Admiral’s merit to co-operate with him during General Gage’s absence. (Page 14) – SN:033013
1773/06/29 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt, Anstruther, Crown Point
Arrest of the Deputy Barrack Master ; to be paroled till arrival of Colonel Robertson. Has witten to officer at Ticonderoga to send men to assist at the works of Crown Point. (Page 15) – SN:033014
1773/06/29 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Feltham, Ticonderoga
To send men to assist in the works at Crown Point. (Page 16) – SN:033015
1773/07/05 – New York – General Haldimand
Certificates to the contractors for victualling the forces. (Page 17) – SN:033016
1773/07/05 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Colonel Leslie, Castle William, near Boston
That Capt. Sowers, Engineer, has been ordered to examine the barracks for repairs. (Page 18) – SN:033017
1773/07/09 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. Lord, 18th Regiment, Illinois. New York
Detachment of Royal Artillery to Kaskaskias to be forwarded. (Page 19) – SN:033018
1773/07/09 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Hamilton, 18th Regiment, Philadelphia
A company of Royal Artillery to be quartered at Philadelphia. Detachment to be sent to Kaskaskias, &c. (Page 20) – SN:033019
1773/07/12 – New York – General Haldimand to Thomas Abthorn, Boston
Subsistence of 64th Regiment. (Page 21) – SN:033020
1773/07/13 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
Hopes the 7th Regt. and relief of artillery arrived at Quebec, Colonel Robertson will inspect, &c.,the draughts from the 21st Regiment. Asks that attention be paid to Governor Tryon on his visit to Quebec. (Page 22) – SN:033021
1773/07/13 – New York – General Haldimand to commanding officers from Albany to Montreal
Desiring them to give assistance and pay suitable honours to Governor Tryon, of New York, on his way to Canada. (Page 23) – SN:033022
1773/07/13 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Templer, Montreal
Respecting draughts for tho 26th; spare men to be examined by Colonel Robertson and sent to .New York if suitable. That attention be paid to Governor Tryon. (Page 24) – SN:033023
1773/07/13 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Robertson, Barrack Master General.
Instructions as to inspecting and disposing of draughts or recruits in Canada. To inspect works at Crown Point, and to ascertain when the garrison may be removed to Montreal. To secure the ground to the Crown. To report on the other forts and vessels on the lakes ; also to report as to victualling Michillimakinak and upper posts, &c. (Page 25) – SN:033024
1773/07/19 – New York – General Haldimand
Certificate for provisions issued in the Department of Pennsylvania. (Page 27) – SN:033025
1773/07/19 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Dickson, West Florida
To prepare for the reception and dispatch of transports with reliefs. (Page 28) – SN:033026
1773/07/19 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. Johnstone, Royal Artillery, New York.
To relieve the company now at Pensacola, which is to go to England. (Page 29) – SN:033027
1773/07/19 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. James, Royal Artillery, New York
To embark two companies for Chatham, England. Respecting arrangements for other reliefs. (Page 30) – SN:033028
1773/07/26 – New York – General Haldimand to Thomas Noble, Master of the Eagle Transport
Instructions to proceed to Pensacola with reliefs of artillery, and to receive the company relieved, &c. (Page 31) – SN:033029
1773/07/26 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. Johnstone, R. A., New York
Enclosing instructions to the master of the Eagle Transport. (Page 32) – SN:033030
1773/07/27 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. W. Nesbitt, 47th, New York.
Instructions as to quartering his regiment in the Jerseys. (Page 33) – SN:033031
1773/07/27 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Parry, Transport Agent, New York.
Instructions as to transport service conveying the 47th to the Jerseys. (Page 34) – SN:033032
1773/07/28 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Mackay, Paymaster, 65th, Halifax.
Acknowledging receipt of contingent accounts. Delay in receiving accounts for subsistence. (Page 35) – SN:033033
1773/07/28 – New York – General Haldimand to Cap. Stewart, Paymaster, 64th, Castle William, near Boston
Acknowledging receipt of accounts. (Page 36) – SN:033034
1773/07/28 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Colonel Carr, 29th, St. Augustine.
Acknowledging receipt of accounts. Arrangements for relieving the 29th, which goes to England. Filling up vacancies in the 14th. Relief of artillery. Barracks, &c., to be cared for when garrison reduced. (Page 37) – SN:033035
1773/07/28 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Gosling, Royal Artillery, Pensacola
The reliefs of the detachment at Pensacola. &c. (Page 39) – SN:033036
1773/07/29 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Dickson, Pensacola
Arrangements for reliefs at that post. (Page 40) – SN:033037
1773/07/30 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Carr
Instructions to Lieut. Col. Carr with respect to the 29th Regiment whilst on the voyage and on arrival in Britain. (Page 41) – SN:033038
1773/08/01 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Dickson, Pensacola
Rejoices at the harmony between civil and military authorities. The progress, &c., of the barracks, &c. (Page 43) – SN:033039
1773/08/01 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. McLeod, Albany
Congratulates him on his appointment to Fort Ontario. Must reside at his post. His pay. (Page 45) – SN:033040
1773/08/02 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
Leave of absence to Ensign Snow. (Page 46) – SN:033041
1773/08/04 – New York – General Haldimand to R. Rigby. Paymaster General
Transmitting certificates of General and staff officers on the establishment of North America (Page 47) – SN:033042
1773/08/05 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Ross, Paymaster; 14th; St. Augustine
Acknowledging receipt of contingent acconnts. (Page 5l) – SN:033043
1773/08/07 – New York – General Haldimand to the agents of the contractors for supplying money to the forces
With statement of amount necessary for extraordinary expenses for the forces at New York, Nova Scotia and Boston. (Page 52) – SN:033044
1773/08/05 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Parry, Transport Agent, New York.
Repairs to the Wentworth. The artillery and stores to be shipped in the Prince of Wales transport.(Page 53) – SN:033045
1773/08/09 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Hay, Royal Artillery, Amboy.
The company under his command to embark for Woolwich. (Page 54) – SN:033046
1773/08/09 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
Granting leaves of absence. (Page 55) – SN:033047
1773/08/09 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Parry, Transport Agent, New York.
With instructions and embarkation return of artillery, to be taken on board transports for Britain. (Page 56) – SN:033048
1773/08/09 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
The repairs at Castle William. Review returns of the 64th. Contingent expenses at Castle William returned for amendment. Hopes the rains will fill the wells. Leaves of absence. (Page 59) – SN:033049
1773/08/10 – New York – General Haldimand
Instructions to corporal in charge of Royal Artillery to re1ieve the detachment at St. Augustine. (Page 61) – SN:033050
1773/08/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
Respecting the refusal to receive draughts for different regiments. The carrying on of the works at Quebec. (Page 62) – SN:033051
1773/08/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Vattas, Michillimakinack
Repairs to the fort. Not to credit all the reports about Indians, but to take every precaution against ,any attempts on their part. Has ordered payment tor Indian expenditures. Mr. Baxter’s want of success in the Lake Superior mines. Are there any there? (Page 63) – SN:033052
1773/08/11 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Nesbitt, Arnboy
Relative to embarkation of Royal Artillery. (Page 65) – SN:033053
1773/08/11 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Templer, Montreal
Draughts to 21st and other regiments. A court of inquiry to be held on Captain Anstruther. (Page 66) – SN:033054
1773/08/11 – New York – General Haldimand to Col. Jones, Quebec
Draughts.to regiments to be settled by Col. Robertson. The good conduct of the 21st ; contingent accounts to be represented to General Gage. (Page 67) – SN:033055
1773/08/11 – New York – General Haldimand to A. Conningham, Quebec
Commissary accounts received. Leave of absence granted. (Page 68) – SN:033056
1773/08/12 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Bassit, Detroit
Speeches of and answers to Indians received. Jealousy of old and new traders causes disorders ; restrictions on them. Indians inclined, to live in amity. As shown by giving up murderer. Repairs to forts to be conducted with economy ; no expenses to be incurred, except on exigency. (Page 69) – SN:033057
1773/08/12 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Hamilton, Halifax
Sending warrant for contingent expenses at Halifax ; with the accounts modified to make them regular. (Page 71) – SN:033058
1773/08/18 – New York – General Haldimand to C. Drummond, Pep. Paymaster General, Quebec
Sending warrants for the subsistence of the 7th and 52nd Regiments. (Page 73) – SN:033059
1773/08/18 – New York – General Haldimand to Alexander McKee, Indian Agent, Pittsburg.
Acknowledging receipt of report of speech from Indians. Has transmitted copies to Sir W. Johnson. (Page 74) – SN:033060
1773/08/18 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. F. Smith, Niagara
Receipt from Indian interpreter received. (Page 75) – SN:033061
1773/08/18 – New York – General Haldimand
Certificates to reduced officers to enable them to obtain lands. (Page 78) – SN:033062
1773/08/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
A Court Martial will be ordered on Ensign Randall. (Page 76) – SN:033063
1773/08/26 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
Enclosing powers to call a Court Martial on .Ensign .Randall. (Page 77) – SN:033064
1773/08/27 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Vattas, Michillimakinak
The murder of Hugh Boyle and death of two other men. The Indians have promised to deliver up the murderers. Caution to he observed for the safety of the post, the Indians being in a ferment. The traders to be exhorted to deal fairly with the Indians. (Page 79) – SN:033065
1773/08/27 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Bassit, Detroit
Approves of furnishing the two vessels on the lakes with arms and ammunition. Course to be taken to prevent mischief from the Indians. Will send up additional arms for the militia. (Page 80) – SN:033066
1773/08/30 – New York – General Haldimand to Cap. Lord, Fort Gage, Illinois
Returns received. To conciliate the inhabitants on the Illinois and Wabash. Transmits a letter to the latter to be answered, The fort to be well provisioned. The Chickasaws friendly. Not to take any part in the quarrel between the Shawanese and Missouri Indians. To get the traders to deal fairly with the Indians. (Page 82) – SN:033067
1773/08/31 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Pilot, 31st
To victual the men, women and children (specified) on board the Wentworth transport, till arrival in England. (Page 85) – SN:033068
1773/09/01 – New York – General Haldimand to Richard Rigby, Paymaster General.
Returns of provisions issued to the forces in North America. for the six months ending 24th December 1772. (Page 86) – SN:033069
1773/09/12 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
That soldiers guilty of base conduct, acquitted by the civil power, should not escape military punishment. (Page 89) – SN:033070
1773/09/13 – New York – General Haldimand to David Franks. Philadelphia
Respecting a bill drawn by Capt. Lord. (Page 90) – SN:033071
1773/09/13 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Stewart, Paymaster of the 64th, Boston.
Relative to the sale of damaged stores at Annapolis. (Page 91) – SN:033072
1773/09/13 – New York – General Haldimand to Cap. Stewart. 64th. Boston
Granting him leave of absence. (Page 92) – SN:033073
1773/09/21 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Fowler, 18th., Philadelphia
That lands were only granted to military and naval forces serving in North America at the reduction of Louisbourg and Quebec. (Page 93) – SN:033074
1773/09/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Colonel Cleaveland, Royal Artillery
Warrant appointing him President of a Court Martial. (Page 94) – SN:033075
1773/09/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Col. Jones, Quebec
Respecting leaves of New York. absence. Court of Inquiry to be held on Captain Anstruther for fire at Crown Point. (Page 96) – SN:033076
1773/09/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Cap. de la Place, Crown Point
Respeting the difficulty raised by Cap. Anstruther to give up the command. Stores transported to Ticonderoga. Is to retain command at Crown Point when his detachment is relieved. (Page 98) – SN:033077
1773/09/23 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Colonel Hamilton, Halifax
Sends warrant for contingent expenses of garrison at Halifax ; also warrant for expenses of Nova Scotian department and for works ordered by General Gage at Halifax. (Page 99) – SN:033078
1773/09/23 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Colonel Dudley Templer. Montreal.
Will take steps for the Court of Inquiry on Captain Anstruther. Thanks for offer respecting Lawson. Will carry out General Gage’s intentions concerning mate at Oswegatchie. (Page 100) – SN:033079
1773/09/28 – New York – General Haldimand to Fort Major Phillips, Castle William.
Captain Maturin, appointed A.D.Q.M.G., gone to Montreal. Will send warrant for pay when necessary papers received. The staff appointments to be paid without deduction of poundage. (Page 102) – SN:033080
1773/09/30 – New York – General Haldimand to George Turner, Deputy Paymaster General, Halifax.
Has sent money to meet warrants. How accounts for subsistence are to be made ; those of different regiments not sent to be forwarded. (Page 103) – SN:033081
1773/09/?? New York – General Haldimand
Warrant appointing Captain Adze Deputy Judge advocate at a Court Martial. (Page 105) – SN:033082
1773/10/04 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, 64th, Castle William
Leave of absence to Capt. Musgrave. (Page 106) – SN:033083
1773/10/04 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. Norman McLeod, Oanghnawaga
How he is to draw his pay. (Page 107) – SN:033084
1773/10/06 – New York
Certificates of provisions issued within the Provinces of New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts Bay, to 24th September. 1773. (Page 108) – SN:033085
1773/10/08 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Hamilton, Philadelphia, by his Secretary
Trial of deserter postponed. (Page 109) – SN:033086
1773/10/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Lord, Fort Gage, Illinois, by his Secretary
That General Haldimand will communicate respecting Murray’s transactions with the Indians. (Page 110) – SN:033087
1773/10/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Grandidier, Antigua
A personal note. (Page 111) – SN:033087
1773/10/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Etherington, St. Vincent
Hopes that General Armstrong will equip the battalion with the articles wanting. Capt. Holland’s 15 men to be struck off the strength of the battalion. Officers absent ordered to join. Will complain of neglect of Paymaster if not remedied. (Page 112) – SN:033088
1773/10/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Bassitt, Detroit
The murder of four traders by Indians ; watchfulness needed. The provision store ; no change can be made in the establishment. Mr. Maisonville’s claim respecting the Portage of the Miamis to be protected. (Page 114) – SN:033089
1773/10/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Brown, Paymaster, 60th.
Calling on him to furnish his accounts without delay. (Page 116) – SN:033090
1773/10/12 – New York – General Haldimand to Corporal Diamond
Instructing Corporal Diamond with two men, to act as escort to Mr. Tenyck carrying despatches. Page 117) – SN:033091
1773/10/13 – New York – General Haldimand to C. Drummond, Deputy Paymaster General, Quebec
Respecting warrants for subsistence of the 7th and 52nd, &c. (Written by the Secretary.) (Page 118) – SN:033092
1773/10/13 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Lord, Fort Gage, Illinois
The papers at Fort Chartres to be examined relative to the effects of one Blouin. (Page 119) – SN:033093
1773/10/14 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Templer, Montreal
Court of Inquiry into the fire at Crown Point. (Page 120) – SN:033094
1773/10/20 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
Will send warrants for sundry expenditures. (Page 122) – SN:033095
1773/10/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Colonel Hamilton, Halifax
Remarks on the manner of charging in his accounts, expenses for arresting deserters, &c. (Page 123) – SN:033096
1773/10/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Anstruther, 26th, Montreal
That a Court of Inquiry has been ordered into the cause of the fire at Crown Point. Till that is concluded cannot grant a Court Martial. (Page 125) – SN:033097
1773/10/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Feltham, Ticonderoga
To join his regiment in Montreal ; evidences in support of charges against Capt. Anstruther ordered to be there. (Page 126) – SN:033098
1773/10/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Carden, Quebec
His son’s leave of absence. Major Dunbar will be glad of his (Carden’s) offer to serve as Town Major of Quebec in his room. (Page 127) – SN:033099
1773/10/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
The appointment of Major Dunbar to be Town Major at Quebec. Major Carden may serve there instead of him this winter. (Page 128) – SN:033100
1773/10/23 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Templer, Montreal
Petition of inhabitants relative to land at Crown Point to be investigated. (Page 129) – SN:033101
1773/10/24 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Lord, Fort Gage, Illinois
The complaint of one Hubardeau to be investigated. In all cases of dispute between French inhabitants arbitration to be resorted to. (Page 130) – SN:033102
1773/10/30 – New York – General Haldimand to S. Holland, Surveyor General, New Hampshire
The party assisting him struck off the strength of the army, and to be paid from the contingent fund. (Page 132) – SN:033103
1773/11/02 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Smith, 10th, Niagara
Respecting application for leave of absence, Allowance of medicine to Mr. Anthon, and payment ordered to Mr. Pfister for work on the fort. To admit of no satisfaction from the Indians without the delivery of the prisoners. To admit of no messages except from the chiefs. (Page 133) – SN:033104
1773/11/04 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Maturin, D.Q.M.G., Montreal.
The disagreement about the batteaux between him and Major Preston might have he en avoided by a more conciliatory course. The reprehensible conduct of the sergeant &c. (Page 135) – SN:033105
1773/11/04 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Colonel Templer, Montreal
The responsibility for the care of the batteaux and the course to be followed in obtaining the use of them; &c. (Page 137) – SN:033106
1773/11/07 – New York – General Haldimand
Notice to the agents of the amount necessary for the contingent and extraordinary services of the army in New York, Nova Scotia and,Boston. (Page·139) – SN:033107
1773/11/08 – New York – General Haldimand to Cap . Forster, 8th, Chambly
That Trickett, Deputy Commissary at Chambly, be dismissed. (Page 140) – SN:033108
1773/11/08 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
Concerning the dismissal of Trickett, Deputy Commissary. (Page 141) – SN:033109
1773/11/08 – New York – General Haldimand to Thomas Abthorp, Boston
Abstract of subsistence of the·64th and warrants enclosed (by the Secretary). (Page 142) – SN:033110
1773/11/08 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Castle William, Boston.
Respecting accounts for water, &c., to the garrison. Temporary warrants still outstanding. (Page 143) – SN:033111
1773/11/08 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt.-Col. Prevost, 60th., Jamaica
Deserters have been sent. (Page 144) – SN:033112
1773/11/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Hamilton, Philadelphia
That Col. Robertson has been ordered to review the troops at Philadelphia, General Haldimand being unable to go. (Page 145) – SN:033113
1773/11/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Cap. Staunton, 14th
Leave of absence. (Page 146) – SN:033114
1773/11/11 – New York – General Haldimand to Sheriff Burr, Fairfield
Deserter will be received. (Page 147) – SN:033115
1773/11/12 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Marr, Paymaster, 47th.
Provision receipt returned (by Secretary). (Page 148) – SN:033116
1773/11/17 – New York – General Haldimand
Certificate for provisions issued in the district of Pennsylvania. (Page 149) – SN:033117
1773/11/18 – New York – General Haldimand to George Turner, Deputy.Paymaster General, Halifax
Forms of subsistence accounts forwarded (by Secretary). (Page 150) – SN:033118
1773/11/18 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain McKay, Paymaster 65th, Halifax.
Relative to accounts for freight of baggage, &c. (Page 154) – SN:033119
1773/11/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Bassitt, 10th, Detroit
Has represented the case of Mr. Anthon, Surgeon, to General Gage. (Page 155) – SN:033120
1773/11/24 – New York – General Haldimand (no address)
The proper method of having barrack deficiencies supplied. Fire at Crown Point ; evidences have been sent. (Page 156) – SN:033121
1773/11/24 – New York – General Haldimand to Caleb Helson
Relative to the settlement of accounts of his (Haldimand’s) seigniory. (Page 157) – SN:033122
1773/11/24 – New York – General Haldimand to.Col. Jones, Quebec
Stores for the garrison cannot.be sentso late in the season. Not to buy, except on the necessity. (Page 158) – SN:033123
1773/11/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Templer, Montreal
Relative to the refusal of Captain Anstruther to give up command at Crown Point. Will defer decision till after the Court of Inquiry. (Page 159) – SN:033124
1773/11/30 – New York – General Haldimand to the master of the “Mercury” for Pensacola
Instructions with respect to transport of troops on board of his vessel. (Page 160) – SN:033125
1773/11/30 – New York – General Haldimand to Ensign Barron, 16th
Instructions relative to recruits of the 16th whilst on the voyage to Pensacola. (Page 161) – SN:033126
1773/11/30 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Hutchins, Pensacola
Approves of the progress of the works. Is unable to allow him pay as draughtsman. Is anxious he should return by the .Mississippi and Ohio to obtain sketches. Lieut. Marlow’s services. Respecting maps, &c. (Page 163) – SN:033127
1773/11/30 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Dickson, Pensacola
Concerning desertion. Progress of the works. Dispute about wood, &c., with Marshall ; his bad opinion of him. Dickson may go to the Mississippi. The claim of Governor Durnford for barracks, &c. Refusal of the Secretary at War to pay certain expenses. Respecting the works, &c. (Page 166) – SN:033128
1773/12/01 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Dickson, Pensacola
Instructions as to the schooner Mercury. (Page 170) – SN:033129
1773/12/01 – New York – General Haldimand
Certificate to the contractors of the issue of money for contingent expenses at New York, Nova Scotia and Boston. (Page 171) – SN:033130
1773/12/16 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Dickson, Pensacola
Approves of steps taken to remedy the deficiency in salt provisions. Leave of absence to Lieut. Carrique. Field pieces in store to be sent by the Mercury for new carriages. (Page 172) – SN:033131
1773/12/16 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Hutchins, Pensacola
The bad articles sent from New York to be replaced. The plan of magazine to be built. His (Hutchin’s) passage money from Philadelphia to be credited. (Page 174) – SN:033132
1773/12/16 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. Holland, Surveyor General, New Hampshire
Subsistence of men under his charge. (Page 175) – SN:033133
1773/12/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Croghan, Pittsburg
Danger from New York. the Indians on account of irregular manner of settling on the Ohio. Grounds round Fort Pitt belong to His Majesty, though the fort is destroyed. Corporal to be admonished, &c. (Page 176) – SN:033134
1773/12/22 – New York – General Haldimand to C. Drummond, Deputy Paymaster General, Quebec.
Relative to accounts, &c. (Page 178) – SN:033135
1773/12/24 – New York – General Haldimand to Deputy Q. M. G.
Instructing him to pay for repairs to the schooner “Mercury”. (Page 179) – SN:033136
1773/12/26 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Basset, Detroit
Cannot sanction payment of extraordinary expenses for postage, &c. The pacific conduct of Indians. The 10th Regiment to be prepared for sailing when next relief takes place. (Page 180) – SN:033137
1773/12/26 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Smith, Niagara
Report of barracks at Oswegatchie too late for repairs till spring. The murder of four Canadians. The disagreeable duty in America, owing to the small number of troop’s. Leave of absence refused, as the regiment will be relieved in spring. (Page 182) – SN:033138
1773/12/26 – New York – General Haldimand to Cap. Vattas, Michillimakinak
The failure in iron mining; success of the fur trade. To prepare for the relief of his regiment in spring. (Page 184) – SN:033139
1773/12/26 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Leslie, Boston
Approves of his conduct with respect to the unaccountable behaviour of the people at Boston. Suggestions for his conduct, and to act only on the call of the civil magistrates. (Page 185) – SN:033140
1773/12/29 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Colonel Templer, Montreal
Court of Inquiry as to fire at Crown Point received ; can order no Court Martial till opinion of Secretary of State is known ; advises the officers to do duty with Cap. Anstruther. (Page 187) – SN:033141
1773/12/29 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Maturin D.Q. M.G., Montreal.
Returns of condemned provisions at Oswegatchie. Expense for freight of clothing of the 10th to Oswegatchie to be paid by the Q.M.G. Artillery and stores for that post. (Page 188) – SN:033142
1773/12/29 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Anstruther, Montreal
Is unable to order a Court Martial till the decision of Lord Dartmouth is known. (Page 190) – SN:033143
1774/01/01 – New York – General Haldimand
Warrant appointing F. Hutcheson to act as Commissary General. (Page l91) – SN:033144
1774/01/01 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Bowes, Paymaster 64th, Boston.
Contingent account received. (Page 193) – SN:033145
1774/01/05 – New York – General Haldimand
Certificate for provisions issued in the Provinces of New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts Bay, to 24th December 1773. (Page 198) – SN:033146
1774/01/05 – New York – General Haldimand to R. Rigby, Paymaster General
Sending Returns. (Page 194) – SN:033147
1774/01/31 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Sowers
Sending report of state of buildings in Quebec. (Page 199) – SN:033148
1774/02/04 – New York – General Haldimand to Col. Jones, Quebec
Respecting repairs at Montreal, and draughts for the 31st Regiment. (Page 200) – SN:033149
1774/02/07 – New York – General Haldimand to C. Drummond, Quebec
Requisition for money to defray contingent and extraordinary expenses at Quebec. (Page 202) – SN:033150
1774/02/07 – New York – General Haldimand to Watts and McEvers
Requisition for money to defray contingent and extraordinary expenses in New York, Nova Scotia and Boston. (Page 203) – SN:033151
1774/02/10 – New York -General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Templer, Montreal
Concerning the manner in which orders for repairs are to be given. The misunderstanding between officers. Work ordered that should be done by the Province of Quebec. Changes in military distribution. (Page 204) – SN:033152
1774/02/10 – New York -General Haldimand
Certificate of provisions issued in the Department of Pennsylvania. (Page 206) – SN:033153
1774/02/14 – New York – General Haldimand to George Erving, Boston
Enclosing certificate for his brother, Capt. Erving. (Page 208) – SN:033154
1774/02/15 – New York – General Haldimand to Colin Drummond, Deputy Paymaster General, Quebec
Returning accounts with warrants. (Page 209) – SN:033155
1774/02/15 – New York – General Haldimand to Col. Jones, Quebec
With warrants for disbursements to 34th December 1773 (by Secretary). (Page 210) – SN:033156
1774/02/18 – New York – General Haldimand to Cap. Maturin, D.Q.M.G., Montreal
With money warrants. Reliefs ordered for Niagara and the upper posts. To have every preparation made to save delay and expense. (Page 211) – SN:033157
1774/02/18 – New York – General Haldimand to Col. Jones, Quebec
Approves of arrangements for sending troops to the upper posts. Instructions for distributing and transporting the reliefs, which are detailed. (Page 213) – SN:033158
1774/02/18 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Dickson, Pensacola
The vexatious delays of the masters of transports. Respecting supplies and the progress of the works. Approves of recruiting parties being sent to England. Hopes the Mercury has arrived; harmony between civil and military departments. (Page 215) – SN:033159
1774/02/18 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Hutchins, Pensacola
Urges the completion of the works at Pensacola as rapidly and economically as possible. (Page 217) – SN:033160
1774/02/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Dickson, Pensacola
Indian outrages ; should have the fort made defensible ; precautions against being involved in war. (Page 219) – SN:033161
1774/02/24 – New York – General Haldimand to Rear Amiral Montague, Boston
Asks for a vessel to transport the relief of the 64th to Providence and the company of the 14th now there to St. Augustine. (Page 221) – SN:033162
1774/02/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Templer, Montreal
That as soon as practicable a Court Martial should be ordered on Captain Anstruther. (Page 222) – SN:033163
1774/02/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Hamilton, Halifax
The 59th Regiment to be collected preparatory to being sent to England. (Page 223) – SN:033164
1774/02/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Col. Jones, Quebec
Respecting repairs at Three Rivers. Leaves of absence. (Page 224) – SN:033165
1774/02/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
Respecting public accounts. (Page 226) – SN:033166
1774/02/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
Preparations for relieving the company of the 14th now at Providence. (Page 227) – SN:033167
1774/02/25 – New York – General Haldimand to officer commanding- company of the 14th, Providence
That his company is to go to St. Augustine. (Page 228) – SN:033168
1774/02/25 – New York – General Haldimand to officer commanding company of 64th, ordered to Providence
Is instructed to proceed to relieve the company of the 14th. (Page 229) – SN:033169
1774/02/26 – New York – General Haldimand
Instructions to commanding officer of the 8th, ordered to Detroit, &c. (Page 230) Instructions to commanding officer of the 8th, ordered to the upper posts of Niagara. &c. (Page 231) – SN:033170
1774/03/01 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Hamilton, Halifax
Enclosing warrants, &c. (Page 232) – SN:033171
1774/03/09 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Lord, Fort Gage, Illinois
Measures to be taken to prevent persons obtaining titles to and encroaching on Indian lands. Lieutenant Hay has been sent to examine the Illinois country. To get the inhabitants to adopt a suitable form of government and to disown the men styling themselves their agents. Approves of medical relief to the Indians. (Page 233) – SN:033172
1774/03/10 – New York – General Haldimand to George Turner, Deputy Paymaster General, Halifax.
Sending warrants. &c. (Page 236) – SN:033173
1774/03/11 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Fordyce, St. Augustine
Relative to damaged provisions and the care necessary. To act cautiously in dealing with the Indians. (Page 237) – SN:033174
1774/03/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
That a vessel will be sent for the transport of troops to Providence, the Admiral not being able to spare one ; arranging for victualling troops. (Page 239) – SN:033175
1774/03/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Butler, 65th, Boston
That he is to join his regiment at Halifax as soon as possible. Leaves of absence refused. (Page 241) – SN:033176
1774/03/28 – New York – General Haldimand to Allen McDonald, Albany
That vessels will be ready to transport the emigrants over the lakes. (Page 242) – SN:033177
1774/03/28 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. Delaplace, Ticonderoga
Relative to furnishing transport over the lakes to Allen McDonald and his fellow emigrants. (Page 243) – SN:033178
1774/04/05 – New York – General Haldimand
Certificate for Issue of provisions for New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts Bay. (Page 244) – SN:033179
1774/04/13 – New York – General Haldimand to Col. Jones, Quebec
Warrant sent. (Page 246) – SN:033180
1774/04/14 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
The transport will not sail so soon as expected ; to hold the men in readiness. (Page 247) – SN:033181
1774/04/19 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Maturin, D.Q.M.G., Montreal
To act for the best with regard to the batteaux for the 8th going to the upper posts. Approves of sending provisions to St. John’s while the roads are good. (Page 248) – SN:033182
1774/04/19 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Christie, Montreal
Is glad that the Scotch emigrants have gone to settle in Canada. Respecting the 2nd Battalion, 60th, and the accounts. (Page 250) – SN:033183
1774/04/19 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Compton, 65th, Halifax
Leave of absence. (Page 251) – SN:033184
1774/04/19 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
The difference of opinion respecting the draughts of the 31st regiment. The claims respecting them left for decision to the Secretary at War. Leaves of absence. (Page 252) – SN:033185
1774/04/19 – New York – General Haldimand to Col. Prevost, Quebec
Respecting refusal of leave of absence. (Page 254) – SN:033186
1774/04/21 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Basset, Detroit
Caution to be observed towards the Indians. Regulations as to the duties to be performed by the Royal Artillery. The reliefs to be forwarded as rapidly as possible after arrival. (Page 255) – SN:033187
1774/04/21 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Hamilton, Halifax
Warrants, repairs, hire of lumber yard. Cannot treat the subaltern officers differently from those on the rest of the Continent. Measures to stop desertion approved. The relief of Newfoundland. (Page 257) – SN:033188
1774/04/22 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Basset, Detroit
Bill for Indian expenses paid ; vouchers to be sent (by Secretary). (Page 259) – SN:033189
1774/04/23 – New York – General Haldimand
Certificates for provisions issued in the Department of Pennsylvania. (Page 260) – SN:033190
1774/04/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
Leave of absence. Sorry so many men wanted to make up the complement of the 64th, &c. (Page 261) – SN:033191
1774/04/30 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Basset, Detroit
To assist Mr. John Hay in his journey to the Illinois. Proclamations sent for publication in reference to encroachments on Indian lands. (Page 262) – SN:033192
1774/05/02 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Smith, Niagara
That Mr. Delap either settle with his Quebec creditors or be sent down to Quebec to his regiment to meet them, &c. (Page 263) – SN:033193
1774/05/02 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. Montresor, Engineers
To examine the state of Ticonderoga and Crown Point and make estimate of cost of repairs ; Crown Point the most desirable for protecting the communication with Canada. (Page 264) – SN:033194
1774/05/02 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieutenant Hay
Instructions to explore the Illinois country. (Page 265) – SN:033195
1774/05/04 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Dickson, Pensacola
Leave of absence to Lieutenant Howe. (Page 269) – SN:033196
1774/05/04 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Dickson, Pensacola
Arrival of the Mercury with ordnance, Her repairs. Allowance for ferries. Not to dispute with Governor Chester about repairs. Hopes to hear of his (Dickson’s) observations on the Mississippi ; claim for provisions to be inquired into. (Page 270) – SN:033197
1774/05/04 – New York – General Haldimand to Mr. Stephenson, Pensacola
The affairs of Mr. Fairchild. A court of inquiry ordered on provisions, &c. (Page 272) – SN:033198
1774/05/04 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Hutchins, Pensacola
The progress of the works. The expedition up the Mississippi must be deferred. Death of Capt. Sowers, &c. (Page 267) – SN:033199
1774/05/14 – New York – General Haldimand to Col Jones, Quebec
The reliefs for America ordered to Boston. Trusts the 8th is on the way to the upper posts. Expected arrival of General Gage. Leave of absence to Captain Maturin. (Page 274) – SN:033200
1774/05/14 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Maturin, Montreal
Return of General Gage ; he (Maturin) may go to Boston to join the General. Regiments for the relief to proceed to Boston. (Page 275) – SN:033201
1774/05/14 – New York – General Haldimand to Capt. Montresor, Ticonderoga
That he is to return to Montreal from Crown Point as soon as possible. (Page 276) – SN:033202
1774/05/18 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
Artillery detachment to be lodged at Castle William. (Page 277) – SN:033203
1774/05/19 – New York – General Haldimand to Captain Leuwine, Royal Artillery
To proceed to Castle William, Boston, with his detachment. (Page 278) – SN:033204
1774/05/24 – New York – General Haldimand to Cap. Jones, Quebec
All correspondence to be with General Gage, who has resumed command. (Page 279) – SN:033205
1774/05/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Lieut. Col. Templer, Montreal
Mr. Miller to take command of two companies of 26th at Three Rivers. General Gage has assumed command, &c. (Page 280) – SN:033206
1774/05/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Cap. Delsplace, Crown Point
No ordnance, &c., to be moved from Crown Point. Mr. .Miller, Surgeon’s mate, to go to Three Rivers. Future correspondence to be with General Gage. (Page 281) – SN:033207
1774/05/27 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Hamilton, Halifax
That he cannot be tried before the Court Martial now sitting. (Page 282) – SN:033208
1774/05/30 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
Transmitting warrants for contingent accounts. (Page 283) – SN:033209
1774/06/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Colonel Jones, Quebec
Approves of his conduct relative to the draughts of men. (Page 284) – SN:033210
1774/06/10 – New York – General Haldimand to General Gage, Boston
Recapitulates the material occurrences since he took command during Genl. Gage’s absence. (Page 285) – SN:033211
1774/06/10 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Templer, Montreal
Deserter arrived. Respecting 8th Regiment ; leaves of absence, &c. (Page 289) – SN:033212
1774/06/15 – New York – General Haldimand to C. Drummond, Deputy Paymaster General.
Transmitting warrants, &c. (by Secretary). (Page 290) – SN:033213
1774/06/15 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Templer, Montreal
To draw on Barrackmaster General for cost of flag. (Page 291) – SN:033214
1774/06/20 – New York – General Haldimand to General Gage, Boston
The repairs to works in West Florida. The field pieces brought from there to New York. The disputes between-the civil and military authorities. (Page 292) – SN:033215
1774/06/21 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Basset, Detroit
The punishment of Shaw. All communications to be made to General Gage. (Page 294) – SN:033216
1774/06/25 – New York – General Haldimand to R. Rigby, Paymaster General
Half-yearly return of provisions sent. (Page 295) – SN:033217
1774/06/25 – New York – General Haldimand to Genl. Gage, Boston
Sending correspondence relative to affairs among the Southern Indians. (Page 296) – SN:033218
1774/06/26 – New York – General Haldimand to General Gage, Boston
Sending papers relative to Courts Martial, &c., and schedules. (Page 297) – SN:033219
1774/06/29 – New York – General Haldimand to C. Drummond, Deputy Paymaster General, Quebec
Sending warrants, &c. (Page 300) – SN:033220
1774/07/10 – New York – Hugh Wallace to D. Delany, Maryland
Authorizing the settlement of money matters between General Haldimand and Mr. Chamier. (Page 303) – SN:033221
1774/07/10 – New York – Hugh Wallace to D. Charnier, Baltimore
Respecting his money transactions with General Haldimand. (Page 304) – SN:033222
1774/07/21 – New York – General Haldimand to General Gage’s Secretary
With list of bills drawn by Superintendent of Indian Affairs (by Secretary). (Page 301) – SN:033223
1774/07/25 – New York – General Haldimand to D. Chamier, Baltimore
Settling some money matters between them. (Page 302) – SN:033224
1774/07/25 – New York – General Haldimand to D. Delany, Maryland
Respecting Mr. Chamier’s money transactions. (Page 305) – SN:033225
1774/07/26 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Caldwell, Niagara
Capt. Potts is leaving for Niagara. with recruits for the 8th. Pitch for scows not arrived. Communications to be made in future to General Gage. (Page 306) – SN:033226
1774/08/08 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Hamilton, Philadelphia
Respecting Court Martial. (Page 308) – SN:033227
1774/08/08 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
Claim for firewood settled. Can grant no more warrants ; all accounts will be settled at headquarters. The 23rd sailed for Boston. (Page 309) – SN:033228
1774/08/08 – New York – General Haldimand to Lt. Col. Leslie, Boston
Contingent accounts to be drawn for on headquarters, General Haldimand having closed his accounts (by his Secretary.) (Page 310) – SN:033229
1774/08/31 – New York – General Haldimand to H. White, agent for contractors for vessels on the lakes
That the charge for materials and rigging cannot be allowed. (Page 311) – SN:033230
1774/09/07 – New York – General Haldimand to Ross & Gray
Desiring abstract of his account. The delay on the part of the Paymaster of the battalion. (Page 312) – SN:033231
1774/09/28 – New York – General Haldimand to Major Etherington
Respecting officers of the battalion (2nd Battalion Royal Americans). To proceed with the settlement of accounts with General Armstrong, and the necessity of making the Paymaster settle. Complaints from Captain Holland. (Page 313) – SN:033232