This section gives information from George S. Gaines, "in relation to his early settlement in Alabama." Topics include the arrest of Aaron Burr in 1807 and accounts of the Choctaw Indians.
This section gives information from Major Reuben Chamberlain, "in relation to the capture of Mobile in 1813 - Taken by Wilkinson for the United States, from the King of Spain."
This transcript covers the years 1794 to 1818, but it is incomplete; the original document was destroyed in a house fire. The excerpt discusses Hearn's childhood in North Carolina; his military service during the Creek War; and his work as a...
In this note, the minister gives his intention of recommending James Caller as the governor of Pensacola. He originally enclosed a letter in which he formally made the recommendation, but it is not available.
McGillivray lived at Hickory Ground (in present-day Wetumpka, Alabama). He was a trader and also worked as a messenger for Alexander McGillivray. A transcript is included.
This section includes "very curious old" manuscripts, "being Bills of sale and other business papers made by the wealthy Creek Indians many years since." The documents were given to Pickett by Edward Hamrick of Montgomery.
Material includes notes; quotations; lists of distances traveled between points; lists of expenses; entries from journals and travel logs; fragments of reflective essays; and two descriptions of equipment (bolting machinery and a gristmill). Items...
Caller owes for room, board, and services (such as hired servants and "Horseskeeping") and for the wine and whiskey he purchased. A note at the bottom of the bill confirms that the payment was received.
McGillivray lived at Hickory Ground (in present-day Wetumpka, Alabama). He was a trader and also worked as a messenger for Alexander McGillivray. A transcript is included.
McGillivray lived at Hickory Ground (in present-day Wetumpka, Alabama). He was a trader and also worked as a messenger for Alexander McGillivray. A transcript is included.
Fox performed carpentry and construction work for Caller, possibly while building a house. Tasks or products listed include "1 months work with myself & 3 hands," "eighteen light windows with sashes shutters," "stair case," "chimney pieces," and...
The note asks that Henry Hayes be paid the amount due to Thomas Clark. The matter involves the value of lands distributed after the death of John Clark, Elisha's father.