A letter written by Colonel Owen Roberts in Purrysburg, South Carolina to John F. Grimke in Georgia requesting the issue of "pay bills" for the companies under Grimke's command. Roberts notes that two companies have arrived with ammunition in tow.
A business letter from Thomas Fitzsimmons (1741-1811): a Philadelphia merchant, delegate to the Constitutional Convention, and member of the Continental and United States Congress.
A three-page letter written by Colonel Owen Roberts in Purrysburg, South Carolina to John F. Grimke at the "Two Sisters" camp. Roberts writes about sending supplies to Grimke and his inability to procure medicine. Roberts mentions an impending attack on the British "at Yamasee".
A three-page letter written by Colonel George Roberts in Purrysburg, South Carolina to John F. Grimke at the "Two Sisters" camp. Roberts writes about the failure of the American Navy and France and Spain's naval and monetary assistance during the Revolutionary War.
A two-page letter written by R.B. Roberts from the "Camp at Ashepoo," in South Carolina. Roberts writes that an officer, Captain Wickly's, conduct had been "scandalous & infamous" while at camp by refusing to heed Roberts' orders.
A four-page letter written by John F. Grimke at the camp near "Sisters Ferry," to his father, John Paul Grimke, in Charleston, South Carolina. The younger Grimke describes the movements of the Continental and enemy armies, and notes that one of their men was "carried off by the enemy" several evenings prior.
A three page letter written by John F. Grimke to his father, John Paul Grimke. Grimke refers to his father's situation in "Charles Town" and discusses "the enemy's" retreat from Augusta, Georgia, as a possible consequence of an intercepted letter between two generals in the Continental army.
A six-page letter written by John F. Grimke at the camp at "Sisters Ferry on the Savannah" to his father, John Paul Grimke. The younger Grimke makes reference to the state of the Continental Army, desertions, and enemy spies.
A four-page letter written by John F. Grimke from the "Camp at the Sisters" to his father, John Paul Grimke, in Charleston, South Carolina. The younger Grimke refers to a nearby battle in which a highly esteemed general, General Ashe and his men were "routed totally."
A three-page account of provisions and forage taken by the British Army from W. George Rivers plantation on James Island, South Carolina. The account is notarized by attorney James Hepburn.
A six page document sent to [Judge?] William Henderson which includes several correspondences between General George Washington and Brigadier General Clinton. Washington and Clinton discuss the capture of a Major John Andre, Adjutant General to the British Army, who was possibly serving as a spy.
Notarized affadavit by James Island planter, George Rivers, testifying that cattle were removed from his enclosures by a man working under the "Commisary of Captures" who promised a receipt to Rivers, but neglected to grant one.
A two-sided pay stub asserting that the United States [government?] owes Thomas Ousby, of South Carolina, payment for his services as an adjutant and officer in the armed forces. The pay period is recorded as January 1st, 1782 to October 23rd, 1782.
A four-page letter written by General Robert Howe in Philadelphia to John F. Grimke in Charleston. General Howe asks for one hundred and fifty dollars from Grimke to pay a debt.
A two-page letter written by General Robert Howe in Philadelphia to John F. Grimke in Charleston. Howe urges Grimke to welcome two business associates on their trip to Charleston, a Mr. Todd and a Mr. Winthrop.
A seven-page letter written by General Robert Howe in Philadelphia to John F. Grimke. Howe references Grimke's willingness to testify on his behalf in an upcoming trial. Howe writes that a treaty has arrived in New York and that the city is soon to be evacuated. Howe also requests that Grimke remember him to his friends.
A three-page letter by Jacob Read in Philadelphia possibly to John Fauchereaud Grimke. Read refers to several debts for bonds that need to paid. Read also writes about receiving several "Drafts" worth forty guineas altogether.
A letter from Major [John?] Berrien to Major General McIntosh asking that McIntosh join "Captain Hillary" and aid in laying out the city of "New Edinburgh."
A letter written by John F. Grimke in Charleston to General Robert Howe. Grimke references two earlier letters from Howe in which Grimke was asked to both pay a debt for Howe and receive two of Howe's associates while they did business in Charleston. Grimke writes that he was unable to assume the debt and hoped that Howe would be able to make the payment.
A letter written by Thomas Ousby in Williamsburg,Virginia to John F. Grimke in Charleston, South Carolina. Ousby writes that he has enclosed a document allocating "power of attorney" to Grimke and that he regrets that Treasure "Indents" have depreciated in value.
A letter written to John F. Grimke from Alexander Chisolm in Charleston, South Carolina. Chisolm commends Grimke for his "kind interference" in a business manner. Chisolm writes that he will make a payment on a debt presently.
A short note to John F. Grimke from Charleston's Sheriff[?], James Kennedy stating that a "Sugar House" on Broad Street is ready for the arrival of "Negroes" for incarceration.
A short note to John F. Grimke from Charleston's Sheriff[?], James Kennedy inviting the City Constables and the Seargeant with the City Guard to attend an execution.
A short letter written to John F. Grimke from Thomas Roper regreting to inform Grimke that he was unable to satisfy an inquiry regarding the General Election of 1784 due to a missing document.
A letter from Ralph Izard invites Grimke to Scheveling Plantation, advises him to avoid Combahee ferry, and mentions the pox and children in quarantine.
A letter to John F. Grimke from John Troup with attached minutes from a Freemason meeting. Troup requests that Grimke write a letter to a Mr. O'Brien Smith requesting the discharge of a bond and payment for a lease.
Rough notes (circa 1834) for a reply by Thomas S. Grimke to an article in the May/June 1834 issue of the Calumet about the merits (or not) of defensive war, the fair copy of which was lost and never published. The notes are on the reverse of a letter (1796) in French to Grimke's father, John F. Grimke, from his daughter's tutor.
A short letter to Judge John F. Grimke from a "N. Marshal" asking for more information about a particular "daily" [newspaper?] mentioned in a court case.
A letter to John F. Grimke from James Delaire in Charleston, South Carolina. Delaire thanks Grimke for his offer of service if a war breaks out with France in St. Domingo following the Emancipation of revolted slaves. Delaire describes the different socioeconomic classes that exist in St. Domingo and the probability of French intervention following the revolution.
A short letter from J.H. Stevens, Coroner, to John F. Grimke about the death of one of his female slaves, [named Benit?], who had previously escaped and ultimately died "of want."
List of slaves belonging to "The Wilsons" (Algernon and Thomas Wilson?) under mortgage to Thomas Drayton. The list includes sections devoted to the names of slaves who had died or been sold while under mortgage. Includes a note from Thomas Smith Grimke seeking more information.
Promissory note from Thomas Drayton promising to return a security deposit to Algernon and Thomas Wilson once debts had been paid. The Wilsons owed Drayton "three notes" (of varying monetary amounts). Middleton plantation is mentioned.
A bill of sale to Thomas Wilson for the purchase of ten slaves from John Potter, in payment of debts owed. The sale was issued by the Sheriff's Office in Colleton District, Charleston, South Carolina.
![Letter from Jacob Read to [John F. Grimke?], November 29, 1783](https://iiif.library.cofc.edu/iiif/2/40145/full/200,/0/default.jpg)
![Letter to Major General McIntosh from Major [John?] Berrien, August 20, 1784](https://iiif.library.cofc.edu/iiif/2/39898/full/200,/0/default.jpg)
![Letter to Thomas Drayton from his nephew Glen Drayton, April 20, [1801?]](https://iiif.library.cofc.edu/iiif/2/40389/full/200,/0/default.jpg)
