Correspondence from Charles Drayton III., to Mr. Carlisle describing "an slight altercation" between Charles Drayton I., and Banastre Tarleton during the Revolutionary War
This document is a tax return for J.H.M. and John Drayton in St. Andrews Parish. Makes notation of "Negros List" naming the enslaved men, women, and children by first name as well as their age. The names of the male slaves are listed as Frank, Dick, "Lummere," Moses, K Joe, Joe, Caesar, Harry, Hector, Charles, Solomon, Senor, Pompy and Skye. The names of the female slaves are listed as Nancy, Cloei, Jeney, Nany, Amelea, Linda, Deana, Judy, Peggy, Perida, "Christan," "Baby," Harriet, Tena, "B. Mulery," "Mury" and Celia.
A document discussing the discharge of a patient named "Marton Starling." Makes notation regarding two slaves, referenced as "negroes" named Elick and Humphrey.
Handwritten poem by James Drayton about a conversation held in a prison between a father and his daughter during the reign of the English King Richard III
Frean cannot communicate with Major J.A. Leland regarding what Drayton is owed; he relates his good wishes regarding Drayton's forthcoming marriage to Louisa Elford.
Frean offers his condolences concerning the death of Charles Drayton, James' father; discusses his work as a surveyor and James' prospects for employment
Slaves at Drayton Hall and slaves working in town ("Town List"). Slaves are listed along with clothing allocation (in yards). Divided into "Men, Women & Children" categories. Plantation slaves also divided by field and "House servants".
A lengthy and searching "sketch of my life", by James Drayton. Written in the form a of confessional, Drayton reflects on his childhood, education, the death of his first wife (Louisa Elford), the purpose of his existence and his strong feelings for the recipient.
A conveyance of property to James Drayton from his brothers Thomas and John Drayton following the death of their mother Mary. Included in the conveyance are the following "negroes": Beck and her infant, Dick, Tyrah, Kate, Isaac, Charlie, Isaac the house servant, Tom, Phoeby, Joe, Nelly and her infant, Dianna, William, Lizzy, Miley, Mary, Jerry, Hannah, Bess, and Moses.
Note from Stohenthal accompanying an enclosure of $12.500 (in Confederate Depository Certificate), for Drayton's 108 cotton bales. Enclosure not found.
Kanapaux certifies that Isaac Norwood's wife, Mary and her two sons are "entitled to bounty of the Soldiers Relief Association". Calculations for relief on back.
Military charge against Victor "Neely" from the Palmetto Battalion of Light Artillery for obtaining leave from the military for one day, but not returning until a few days later.