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Tennessee Petitions 1826 - 1827

Name or Subject Description County Year Petition

Number

[Misc.] This folder contains signatures only, no petition with them. 1827 1

Acre, Ephriam Petition from Marion County asking Jonathan Newman, James

Drain, Simeon Evans and Ephriam Acre be released from payment

of a fine imposed on them by the Marion County Circuit Court.

Named in petition: Joseph Sutton.

Marion 1827 250

Adkins, Charles Petition of Samuel Moore asking for a divorce from his wife, Ann E.

Parks Moore. Named in petition: Jonathan Haynes. Statements of

Charles Adkins, Margaret Adkins and Ann E. Parks Moore.

Roane 1827 13

Adkins, Margaret Petition of Samuel Moore asking for a divorce from his wife, Ann E.



Roane 1827 13

Alexander, Richard Petition of Alexander Bull asking to change his name to Richard

Alexander.

1826 122

Alexander, William Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.

Named in petition: Capt. Braden, Capt. Bennet, Capt. Pound, Capt.

Barkley, 17th Regiment, 42nd Regiment, Samuel Crutchfield, John

Donnells, William Alexander, George Donnells, George Smith, &

Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Alison, James Statements by R. C. Hancock, (?) Bailey, William S. Webb and

others regarding a request of Mary Martin for a divorce from her

husband Samuel N. Martin. Also named: James Alison. (See also

1827 Private Acts of TN, Chapter 150, Section 2, page 120)

Williamson 1827 236

Allen, Isaac Petition of Isaac Allen asking compensation for gun lost in Indian

Wars. Named in petition: Gen. John Cocke, Abraham Fine, and

Lillard’s Regiment.

Davidson 1827 73

Allen, John Petition of William Cook asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary

Cook. Named in petition: John Allen. (Six supporting signatures.)

Blount 1827 98

Allen, John Petition from Cocke County asking that James Baxter, William

Gilliland and John Allen be authorized to build and maintain a

turnpike road.

Cocke 1827 255

Allen, Samuel Petition of Samuel Allen asking to keep mill/dam on Nolichucky

River.

Greene 1826 56

Allen, Valentine Petition of Lemuel B. Lesenby’s Company asking that Matthew

Rogers be appointed as a Justice of the Peace replacing Valentine

Allen (resigned).

1826 40

Allison, Uriah Petition of Uriah Allison regarding land purchased in the Hiwassee

District and now being claimed by Loony Riley, a native of the

Cherokee Nation.

Roane 1826 31

Almstead, Elizabeth Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,

John Creacy. Named in petition: Dan Hill. Statements by Elizabeth

Spencer, Harry R. W. Hill, Elizabeth Almstead, Robert P. Currins,

Garner McConnico, John Buchanan, Mary Stevens and Martha Hill.

(See also 1827 Private Acts of TN, Chapter 150, Section 1, page

120)

Williamson 1827 227

Anderson, Isaac Petition of Henry Matlock, Isaac Anderson, and Thomas Geren

regarding land purchased in the Hiwassee District. Named in

petition: Elizabeth Fallingwater, a native of the Cherokee Nation.

McMinn 1827 254

Anderson, John

(Captain)

Petition from Capt. John Anderson’s Company recommending

James Willhite be appointed as Justice of the Peace to replace

resigning Matthew Houstin.

Knox 1827 295

Anderson, John H.

(Captain)

Petition from citizens of White County asking that Christopher

Balkman be permitted to hawk and peddle without a license. Named

in petition: Capt. George W. Gibbs, Capt. John H. Anderson and

Capt. Vincent.

White 1827 200

Anderson, Samuel G. Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her

husband, William B. Formwalt. (12 supporting signatures.)

Statements by William R. Davis, Henry J. Cooper, Thomas

Underwood, Samuel G. Anderson, Samuel Gilliam, Henry Perkins,

Germain Lester and Fountain Lester. (See 1827 Private Acts of

Tennessee, Chapter 150, Section 7, page 122.)

Giles 1827 132

Anderson, Susana Petition if Meranda Mahone asking for a divorce from her husband,

Henry Mahone. Named in petition: Susana Anderson, Elijah Hanery.

(38 supporting signatures.) Statements of Penelope Hossell, John

Dickson, and Edward Landford.

Wayne 1827 60

Anderson, William Report of Jacob Strum, entry taker of Sullivan County, on his

payment of collections to William Anderson of the State Bank of

Tennessee.

Sullivan 1827 107

Armstrong, Arthur J. Petition of William Higgins, Jonathan Bernard & Flower Mullins

asking compensation for rifles confiscated for Militia use in Indian

War. Affidavit of Arthur J. Armstrong.

Hawkins 1826 21

Armstrong, Doug P. Petition of the Knoxville Masonic Lodge asking permission to hold

lottery for building a Masonic Temple. Named in petition: Doug P.

Armstrong, John R. Nelson, William S. Howell, William B. A.

Ramsay, and James McBath.

Knox 1827 195

Armstrong, James Petition of Thomas Porter and William H. Hughtell, executors of the

estate of William F. Hughtell, regarding a duplicate land warrant.

Named in petition: James Armstrong.

1827 242

Armstrong, Micajah Petition of Micajah Armstrong asking relief from a fine. Named in

Petition: Oliver Towles and Samuel Turney.

Warren 1826 174

Athens Academy Petition from trustees of Athens Academy to be incorporated.

Reference to Forest Hill Academy.

McMinn 1827 180

Athens Academy Report from the trustees of Athens Academy regarding school

construction and the hiring of a teacher.

McMinn 1827 187

Babson, John Petition asking the John and William Ellis be permitted to build a

mill on French Broad River. Named in petition: John Babson.

Sevier 1827 303

Bailey, (?) Statements by R. C. Hancock, (?) Bailey, William S. Webb and




Williamson 1827 236

Baker, Jacob Petition regarding a grant for a turnpike road given to William

Houston, Jacob Baker and William Reynolds. Named in petition:

John Gragg, John Farnsworth and Emanuel Parman. Statement by

road commissioners stating the road has been completed.

Greene 1827 147

Balch, Robert Petition of John McDonald asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucy

Helton McDonald. Named in petition: Robert Balch. Statements by

Archebald McDonald and Thomas Gibbs.

Warren 1827 165

Balkman, Christopher Petition from citizens of White County asking that Christopher



Capt. Vincent.

White 1827 200

Bank Petition of President and directors of the branch at Franklin asking to

become an independent bank.

1827 202

Bank of Fayetteville Petition asking to revise the charter of the Bank of Fayetteville. Lincoln 1826 107

Bank, Nashville Memorial of the President & directors of Nashville Bank asking to

hold a lottery to dispose of real estate properties.

Davidson 1826 37

Barkley, (Captain) Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Barnes, Thomas Petitions recommending John Ross and James Strain be appointed as

Justice of the Peace. Named in petition: Capt. Shankles, Capt. Buck,

and Thomas Barnes.

White 1827 283


Number

Barnett, Jesse Petition of Julius C. N. Robertson regarding a land warrant. Named

in petition: Jesse Barnett and Thomas Hardeman. A proposed copy

of bill for his relief is included in the folder.

Hardeman 1827 161

Barns, Polly Petition of William Dunn asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly

H. Dunn. Named in petition: John D. Wood. 16 supporting

signatures. Statements of Polly Barns and William L. Howell. (See

also 1827-117)

Smith 1826 74

Barry, Redmond D. Petition of Thomas H. Perkins asking for a duplicate land warrant.

Named in petition: Redmond D. Barry.

Wilson,

Rutherford

1827 267

Baseman, George Petition of Benjamin Mackie asking relief. Turned off school lands

before term of lease. Named in petition: School commissioners

Reuben Casada and George Baseman.

McMinn 1827 178

Bash, Thomas Petition of White County asking that Thomas Rash be restored to

full citizenship.

White 1827 281

Bateman, Isaac Petition of Ann Swisher asking for a divorce from her husband,

Michael Swisher. Named in petition: her father, Isaac Bateman. (See

also 1827-44, and 1827, Private Acts of TN., Chapter 150, Section 5,

page 121)

Williamson 1827 225

Baugh, Daniel (Captain) Petition from Capt. Daniel Baugh’s Company recommending John

Baugh be appointed as Justice of the Peace to replace resigning

Flemming Cayce.

Williamson 1827 226

Baugh, John Petition from Capt. Daniel Baugh’s Company recommending John


Flemming Cayce.

Williamson 1827 226

Baxter, James Petition from Cocke County asking that James Baxter, William


turnpike road.

Cocke 1827 255

Beaver, Spencer

(Sheriff)

Petition of Spencer Beaver, Sheriff of McMinn County, seeking

compensation for collection of taxes and fees from land sales in

Hiwassee District.

McMinn 1826 80

Beaver, Spencer

(Sheriff)

Petition of Spencer Beaver, Sheriff of McMinn County, seeking

relief for money he collected for taxes now unredeemable.

McMinn 1827 234

Bedford County Militia Petition of Bedford County asking to form a new militia brigade. Bedford 1827 39

Bedford, Benjamin W. Petition of Benjamin W. Bedford asking dismissal of Circuit Court

against him. Named in petition: Yeatman Woods and Robert

Cuchanan.

Davidson, 1827 75

Beidleman, Henry Petition of Henry Beidleman requesting a loan to start a woolen

factory.

Warren 1826 175

Beidleman, Henry Petition of Henry Beidleman asking for a loan to expand his woolen

and cotton factory.

Warren 1827 203

Bellar, Daniel Petition of Mary Carson Wise asking for a divorce from her

husband, James Wise. Statements of Alex Miller and Daniel

Bellen/Bellar. (12 supporting signatures.)

Lawrence 1827 276

Bellen, Daniel Petition of Mary Carson Wise asking for a divorce from her



Lawrence 1827 276

Belshaw, Richard Petition from Richard Belshaw asking he be exempt from paying

taxes.

Smith 1826 148 b.

Belsher, Wiley Petition of John Mitchell and Wiley Belsher asking compensation

for their examination of the County Circuit Clerks.

Marion 1826 110

Bennet, (Captain) Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Benton, Jesse Petition of Jesse Benton regarding a land warrant in the western

district. Named in petition: James H. McKenzie, Robert M. C.

Stewart and William Douglass.

1827 241

Bernard, Jonathan Petition of William Higgins, Jonathan Bernard & Flower Mullins



Hawkins 1826 21

Bethel, Tilman Petition of sundry citizens of Smith County asking that Tilman

Bethel be permitted to hawk and peddle without a license.

Smith 1826 41

Bile, Samuel Petition of William Scott regarding the estate of James Simpson.

Named in petition: Samuel Bile.

Knox 1826 158

Biles, Isabella Petition of Isabella Biles asking for a divorce from her husband,

James Biles. (See Private Acts of Tennessee 1826, Chapter 156,

Section 2, on page 135.)

Hardeman 1826 29

Biles, James Petition of Isabella Biles asking for a divorce from her husband,



Hardeman 1826 29

Bill, Phillip (free

Negro)

Petition of Phillip Bill, a free Negro, asking he be allowed to prove

his accounts.

Washington 1826 19

Billingsley, Elijah Petition from Gibson County asking Elijah Billingsley be appointed

as an additional Justice of the Peace.

Gibson 1826 45

Birdwell, William Petition of Joshua Dillen, John Fitzgerald and William Birdwell

regarding witness fees during the trial of State of Tennessee vs. Jesse

Dees in Humphreys County.

Jackson 1826 28

Black, Leander Petition of Robert Buford regarding land. Statements of Daniel

Johnson, W. F. Hodge, Miles Buford, Leander Black and M. H.

Howard.

Fayette 1827 36

Black, Nancy (free

Negro)

Petition of Sampson Black, a free Negro, and his wife, Nancy,

concerning citizenship. Named in petition: Thomas Black, Anderson

White.

Humphreys 1827 258

Black, Nancy (Negro) Petition from Humphreys County asking Sampson, a free man of

color, and his wife, Nancy, be given the surname of Black. Two

children named: Wilson and Nancy Ann.

Humphreys 1826 94

Black, Nancy Ann

(Negro)

Petition from Humphreys County asking Sampson, a free man of



Humphreys 1826 94

Black, Sampson (free

Negro)

Petition of Sampson Black, a free Negro, and his wife, Nancy,


White.

Humphreys 1827 258

Black, Sampson

(Negro)

Petition from Humphreys County asking Sampson, a free man of



Humphreys 1826 94

Black, Thomas Petition of Sampson Black, a free Negro, and his wife, Nancy,


White.

Humphreys 1827 258

Black, Wilson (Negro) Petition from Humphreys County asking Sampson, a free man of



Humphreys 1826 94

Blair, William S. Petition of William S. Blair regarding a land refund for land

purchase in the Hiwassee District now declared reservation land.

Named in petition: Bold Hunter, a native of the Cherokee Nation.

(See also Private Acts of Tennessee 1827, Chapter 251, pages 216,

217)

Monroe 1827 21

Blakemore, James Petition of James Blakemore regarding a land warrant. Named in

petition: Duncan McCrea, Archebald Lytle, Christopher Strong and

Martin Talley.

Obion 1827 131

Bledsoe County,

annexation

Petition of Robert Burk asking to be attached to Roane County

instead of Bledsoe County.

Roane,

Bledsoe

1826 88

Bledsoe County,

boundaries

Petition from Hamilton County asking the boundary line with

Marion and Bledsoe Counties be marked.

Hamilton,

Marion,

Bledsoe

1826 180

Bledsoe County,

boundaries

Petition from sundry citizens of the mountain counties regarding

county lines.

White, Rhea,

Marion,

Hamilton,

Warren

1827 252


Number

Blountville, TN Petition of Laban B. Williams asking to relocate office on the public

square at Blountville.

Sullivan 1826 145

Bold Hunter (Cherokee

Indian)

Petition of William S. Blair regarding a land refund for land




217)

Monroe 1827 21


Indian)

Petition of Allen B. Gentry regarding a refund for land purchased in

the Hiwassee District now declared reservation land. Named in

petition: Bold Hunter, a native of the Cherokee Nation and Thomas

White. (See also Private Acats of Tennessee 1827, Chapter 251,

Pages 216, 217)

Monroe 1827 23


Indian)

Petition of Elizabeth Upton regarding refund for land purchased in

Hiwassee District later declared reservation land and given to Bold

Hunter, a native of the Cherokee Nation..

Monroe 1827 143

Bolivar, TN Petition from Elihu Crisp, surveyor for the 10th District, asking to

move his office from Jackson to Bolivar.

Madison 1826 181

Bolivar, TN Petition from the town of Bolivar asking to be incorporated. Hardeman 1827 2

Bolivar, TN Petition from the town of Bolivar asking Daniel W. Love be

appointed auctioneer.

Hardeman 1827 93

Bookout, Marmaduke Petition from Anderson County asking Marmaduke Bookout be

allowed to retail liquor without a license.

Anderson 1827 114

Bouldin, Gideon Petition regarding a turnpike road being constructed by Jesse Savage

and Benjamin Cannon. Letters from Absalom Brown, Isaac Hill,

John Tilly, D. Kinsey, Thomas Paris, Mathan Greene, John B.

Perkins, Gideon Bouldin and Jesse Savage.

Warren 1827 261

Bowman, John

(Captain)

Petition of Capt. John Bowman’s Company recommending Edward

Murphy for Justice of the Peace. Named in petition: Thomas Smith,

Esquire

Greene 1826 190

Boze, John Petition of Willis Privett asking for a divorce from his wife, Delila

Perry Privett. Named in petition: Burrell Perry and John Boze. (5

supporting signatures)

Smith 1827 27

Brabson, John Petition of John Brabson regarding his mill on the French Broad

River.

Jefferson 1826 60

Braden, (Captain) Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Bradford, Edmond B. Petition from Lincoln and Franklin Counties regarding a merchant’s

license for Edmond B. Bradford and David Deckard.

Franklin,

Lincoln

1827 302

Bradford, James

(Sheriff)

Petition of James Bradford, sheriff of Jefferson County, regarding

delinquent taxes of James King and Alexander Outlaw.

Jefferson 1826 26

Bradley, Thomas

(Sheriff)

Petition of Thomas Bradley asking sheriff’s fees. Affidavit of Robert

Hallum. Many signatures.

Wilson 1827 247

Bradley, Thos, Petition of Capt. Shane’s Company recommending the appointments

of Benjamin Robins, Benjamin Hawkins and Thomas Powers as

Justices of the Peace. Letters of Thomas Bradley and William

Vaughan to William Hall and Maj. Crisp included in this folder.

Shelby 1827 17

Bradlie, Rick Petition of W. H. Buchanan regarding land. Named in petition:

William Bradlie, Rick Bradlie and Thomas Polk.

Lawrence 1826 50

Bradlie, William Petition of W. H. Buchanan regarding land. Named in petition:


Lawrence 1826 50

Bradstreet, James Petition of James Bradstreet regarding occupant rights to land. Lawrence 1827 279

Brainsetter, Daniel Petition from Sullivan County recommending Daniel Brainsetter,

Jacob Sturn, and John Patton for Justice of the Peace.

Sullivan 1827 3

Breakebill, Peter Petition of Peter Breakebill, a Revolutionary War Soldier, regarding

land.

Monroe 1827 268

Brewer, Benjamin Petition from Capt. Nave’s Company recommending Benjamin

Brewer be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Carter 1827 102

Brice, Daniel Petition from Captain W. Fells Company asking Daniel Brice be

appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Davidson 1826 111

Bridge Petition of Nashville Bridge Company asking permission to hold

lottery to finance bridge repairs.

Davidson 1826 172

Bridge Petition of Matthew W. Wright asking permission to build a toll

bridge across Collins River.

Warren 1826 173

Bridge Petition of A. Ross asking for a law to protect his bridge from

damage by public usage.

Sullivan 1826 184

Bridge Petition from Davidson and Robertson Counties asking to hold a

lottery to finance a bridge on Sycamore Creek. Named in petition:

Marvel Lowe.

Davidson,

Robertson

1827 79

Bridge Petition from Smith and Jackson Counties asking to hold a lottery to

build a bridge at Smith’s Fork across Caney Fork River. (Many

signatures)

Smith, Jackson 1827 108

Britain, William C.

(Jailer)

Petition of William C. Britain, former jailer of White County, asking

for jailer fees. Named in petition: Isaac Martin.

White 1827 224

Brock, Caleb Petition from Hardeman County asking the repeal of an act

permitting Caleb Brock and Peter Reeves to build a mill.

Hardeman 1827 95

Brooks, C. Petition of C. Brooks asking a refund of $50.00 by White County

Court.

White 1826 24

Brooks, Christopher Petition of Christopher Brooks asking for a refund paid to the state

as a result of suit brought by William Smith. Statement by William

Hitchcock.

Davidson 1827 4

Brown, Abner Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men

be appointed as Justices of the Peace Abner Brown and John Wood

for Capt. Richard Greer’s Company; Abraham Derryberry for Capt.

Esrey’s Company; John Howell for Capt. Tyner’s Company; Joel

Hunt and Hugh Rose for Capt. Ross’ Company; William H. Burton,

William D. Covington, and Henry West. Also named in petition:

Thomas Johnson, James Wilks, James J. Hill, Capt. Wallace, Esq.

Temple & Esq. Wallace.

Henderson 1827 74

Brown, Absalom Petition regarding a turnpike road being constructed by Jesse Savage




Warren 1827 261

Brown, Duncan Petition from the trustees of Woodward Academy asking approval of

additional county financial aid. Also asking that James Stephenson,

Duncan Brown, John White and Horace Depriest be appointed to the

Board of Trustees.

Maury 1827 65

Brown, Ephraim Petition from Maury County asking Ephraim Brown be permitted to

retail liquor without a license. (Many signatures).

Maury 1827 24

Brown, George Petition of John W. Edwards asking for a divorce from his wife,

Nancy Brown Edwards. Named in petition: George Brown and Jason

Hopkins. (108 supporting signatures.)

Giles 1827 133

Brown, John Petition of John Brown & Robert Burke asking for an extension of

their Charter for the Cumberland Turnpike.

Roane 1826 10

Brown, John Petition of John Brown asking for a loan of $3000.00 to complete his

section of the Cumberland turnpike. Named in petition: William

Brown and John Kemer.

Roane 1827 151

Brown, John (General) Statement of Gen. John Brown on the road improvements at Spencer

Hill.

1827 67

Brown, Richard Petition from Capt. Peter Coble’s Company recommending Daniel

Oviler be appointed as Justice of the Peace to replace Richard

Brown, resigned.

Perry 1827 129

Brown, W. Report of W. Brown & Joseph McPherson, Commissioners of the

Cumberland Turnpike on condition of the road.

1826 12

Brown, William Petition of John Brown asking for a loan of $3000.00 to complete his



Roane 1827 151


Number

Buchanan, John Statement of William Denson, John Buchanan, J. Farrington & L. B.

McConico certifying that the charges alleged in the divorce petition

of Ann Swisher from Michael Swisher are believed to be true. (See

also 1827-225 and Private Acts of Tenn. 1827, Chapter 150, Section

5, page 121).

Williamson 1827 44

Buchanan, John Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227

Buchanan, W. H. Petition of W. H. Buchanan regarding land. Named in petition:


Lawrence 1826 50

Buck, (Captain) Petitions recommending John Ross and James Strain be appointed as


and Thomas Barnes.

White 1827 283

Buck, Jonathan B. Petition from Capt. Goreley’s Company recommending Jonathan B.

Buck be appointed as Justice of the Peace to replace John Williams,

resigned.

Carter 1827 100

Buckner, Daniel Petition of Daniel Buckner asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly

Hampton Buckner. Statement of Benjamin Holland. (18 supporting

signatures.)

Cocke 1826 77

Buckner, Polly

Hampton

Petition of Daniel Buckner asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly


signatures.)

Cocke 1826 77

Buford, Miles Petition from Fayette County recommending these men be appointed

as Justices of the Peace: John Mitchell, Levin B. Mitchell, Lamuel

Ervin for Capt. Levin Mitchell’s Company; Miles Buford, Martin

Lines for Capt. Crook’s Company; and William Hodge to replace

Thomas McMackin, resigned.

Fayette 1827 34

Buford, Miles Petition of Robert Buford regarding land. Statements of Daniel


Howard.

Fayette 1827 36

Buford, Robert Petition of Robert Buford regarding land. Statements of Daniel


Howard.

Fayette 1827 36

Bull, Alexander Petition of Alexander Bull asking to change his name to Richard

Alexander.

1826 122

Burk, Robert Petition of Robert Burk asking to be attached to Roane County


Roane,

Bledsoe

1826 88

Burke, Robert Petition of John Brown & Robert Burke asking for an extension of


Roane 1826 10

Burleson, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Burleson’s Company recommending Thomas

Shaw be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Hardeman 1827 299

Burleson, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Burleson’s Company recommending Edmund

Tarver be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Hardeman 1827 300

Burns, William Petition from Capt. David Ray’s Company regarding the

appointment of a Justice of the Peace to replace resigning William

Burns. Two names placed in nomination: Wilson Stute and Amos

McAdams.

Bedford 1826 93

Burton, William H. Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Byers, A. Petition regarding land in the Hiwassee District set aside for the

construction of a road from Tenn. To Ga. Named in petition: David

Rupill, A. Byers, A. W. Henley, & John Lowry. Unicoi Turnpike

Company.

Monroe 1827 89

Cain, James Petition of John Hamilton, William Hamilton and James Cain,

asking permission for John Hamilton to lay off a town.

Humphreys 1827 291

Calaway, Joseph Petition of John McClatchy asking relief for expenses in a land suit.

Named in petition: Joseph Calaway, A. D. Grubb, and Henry L.

White.

McMinn 1827 160

Callis, Abel Petition of Patsy Callis, wife of Abel Callis, asking to be granted the

privilege of feme sole. (29 supporting signatures.)

Wilson 1827 205

Callis, Patsy Petition of Patsy Callis, wife of Abel Callis, asking to be granted the


Wilson 1827 205

Calmes, Marquis Petition from Covington Academy asking permission to hold a

lottery. Named in petition: Henry Small, President of Board, Jack

Tipton, Marquis Calmes and Robert Green, commissioners.

Tipton 1827 244

Calvert, John D.

(Sheriff)

Report of William H. Johnson, clerk of Weakley County regarding

State Taxes collected by Sheriff John D. Calvert.

Weakley 1826 182

Campbell County Petition from sundry citizens of Morgan, Fentress and Campbell

Counties asking a new county be formed.

Fentress,

Morgan,

Campbell

1826 90

Campbell, Alex Petition from Dickson County asking Alex Campbell be permitted to

hawk and peddle without a license.

Dickson 1826 178

Campbell, David Petition of Capt. Matthew Morr’s Company recommending David

Campbell be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

McNairy 1827 229

Campbell, Samuel Petition of Samuel Campbell asking to be released from paying rent

on school lands.

Lincoln 1827 293

Canal Memorial of Gideon Morgan Jr. and John Walker regarding efforts

to validate a Cherokee Grant of 1817 for a canal and iron works in

the Hiwassee District. Folder has two letters: one from Gideon

Morgan, Jr. & John Walker, one from Congressman, J. C. Mitchell.

1826 14

Cannon, Benjamin Petition of John Pane asking to build a turnpike road over

Cumberland Mountain. Named in petition: Elijah Drake, Jesse

Savage, Benjamin Cannon and Charles Coyle.

Warren 1827 164

Cannon, Benjamin Petition regarding a turnpike road being constructed by Jesse Savage




Warren 1827 261

Cannon, Hugh Petition from McNairy County asking relief and support for Hugh

Cannon.

McNairy 1827 237

Cannon, John Petition of John Cannon regarding a mill. Named in petition: George

Gordon.

Greene 1827 304

Carden, Armstead Petition of Armistead Carden asking for a loan of one hundred

dollars.

Grainger 1827 139

Carter County, county

seat

Petition from Carter County asking that a new county seat be

selected.

Carter 1827 310

Carter, Henry Petition of Henry Carter asking permission to live on school land

rent free.

Lincoln 1827 196

Carter, John Petition of John W. McKennie asking for a duplicate land warrant.

Named in petition: Austin A. King and John Carter.

Davidson 1826 108

Carter, Reuben A. Petition from Maury County asking Rueben A. Carter be permitted

to retail liquors.

Maury 1826 135

Carver, Benjamin Petition of Nancy W. Carver asking to be declared Feme Sole.

Husband’s name: Benjamin Carver. 13 supporting signatures. (See

Acts of Tennessee 1826, Chapter 105, pages 89,90)

Wilson 1826 54

Carver, Nancy W. Petition of Nancy W. Carver asking to be declared Feme Sole.



Wilson 1826 54

Casada, Reuben Petition of Benjamin Mackie asking relief. Turned off school lands



McMinn 1827 178


Number

Cattle Petition from Monroe County asking that a range of milk-sick herbs

be fenced in to keep their cattle from being poisoned.

Monroe 1826 193

Cayce, Flemming Petition from Capt. Daniel Baugh’s Company recommending John


Flemming Cayce.

Williamson 1827 226

Chamberlain, John Petition of William Corely asking he be allowed to pay amount of

his tax due on a partial tract of land. Named in petition: John

Chamberlain, Robert Young and Edward Gourlay.

Blount 1826 139

Chambers, Joel Petition of Joel Chambers asking for a divorce from his wife,

Margaret Hull Chambers.

1827 42

Chambers, John Petition of William Cobb, Charles Price, Mitchel Harper, John

Chambers, Thomas Johnston, Daniel Hoffor, William Large and

Samuel Todd asking permission to keep fish traps on the Holston

River.

Knox 1826 61

Chambers, Margaret

Hull

Petition of Joel Chambers asking for a divorce from his wife,


1827 42

Chambers, William Petition of William Chambers asking to hawk and peddle without a

license. (15 supporting signatures.)

Monroe 1827 136

Chapman, John Petition of John Chapman asking to hold a lottery. Davidson 1826 69

Chapman, John Petition from John Chapman asking law authorizing lottery for his

benefit. (Legislative Report # 1. Petition titles only)

1826 136

Charter, Jefferson

College

Petition from the trustees of Woodward Academy asking for a

charter to become known as Jefferson College.

Maury 1827 40

Cherry, Daniel Petition of Alexander Sweeney regarding land warrants. Named in

petition: Daniel Cherry and Alexander Kerr.

Davidson 1827 71

Chickasaw Old Town,

TN

Petition of Henry M. Johnson asking compensation for his services

as surveyor of the road from Reynoldsburg to Chickasaw Old Town

in 1815.

Humphreys 1826 101

Childress, Martha Petition from Roane County that Martha Childress, widow of

Thomas A. Childress, be given the land she and her children are

living on.

Roane 1827 189

Childress, Thomas A. Petition from Roane County that Martha Childress, widow of

Thomas A. Childress, be given the land she and her children are

living on.

Roane 1827 189

Chung, Charles M.

(Court Clerk)

Report from Charles M. Chung, Clerk of the Knox County Court,

concerning settlements of entry takers collections.

Knox 1827 169

Citizenship Petition of William Hewet asking to have his full rights of

citizenship restored. (90 supporting signatures.)

Campbell 1826 52

Citizenship Petition of Sampson Black, a free Negro, and his wife, Nancy,


White.

Humphreys 1827 258

Citizenship Petition of White County asking that Thomas Rash be restored to

full citizenship.

White 1827 281

Clagett, H. Petition asking that Mount Pleasant Meeting House - Methodist

Episcopal Church - be exept from taxes. Named in petition: H.

Clagett.

Hickman 1826 142

Claghorn, James Petition asking a law be passed authorizing payment of expenses for

transporting Lewis Wilburn from Wilson County, North Carolina to

Claiborne County, TN. Named in petition: Richard Hitson, Richard

Stubblefield, William McCarver, William Mays and James

Claghorn.

Claiborne,

Hawkins

1826 149

Clayton, William B. Petition of William B. Clayton asking to hawk and peddle without a

license.

Rutherford 1826 129

Clifford, Bridget Petition of Bridget Clifford asking for a divorce from her husband,

Patrick Clifford. Named in petition: Dr. Fisher and Dr. Pugsley.

Davidson 1827 91

Clifford, Patrick Petition of Bridget Clifford asking for a divorce from her husband,


Davidson 1827 91

Clowd, Rachel Petition of Luck Musgrove asking for a divorce from her husband,

Wilson Musgrove. (15 supporting signatures.) Statements of

Jonathan and Mary Dagley, James Grant, William Hancock and

Rachel Clowd. Consent of Wilson Musgrove to the divorce.

Campbell 1826 53

Cobb, William Petition of William Cobb, Charles Price, Mitchel Harper, John



River.

Knox 1826 61

Coble, Peter (Captain) Petition from Capt. Peter Coble’s Company recommending Daniel


Brown, resigned.

Perry 1827 129

Cocke, (General) Petition of Jacob Farris asking compensation for a gun lost in Indian

Wars. Named in petition: Capt. McCollum and General Cocke.

Statement by James Shields.

Greene 1826 160

Cocke, John Petition of John Cocke, Thomas Whiteside, Jacob Kline, and John

Lowrey asking relief from paying bond for James Lady. Named in

petition: Joel Emery.

Grainger 1827 199

Cocke, John (General) Petition of Isaac Allen asking compensation for gun lost in Indian



Davidson 1827 73

Coffee, Joel F. Petition from Capt. Robinson’s Company recommending Joseph H.

Windle as Justice of the Peace to replaced Joel F. Coffee.

Monroe 1827 144

Collier, Elizabeth A. Petition of Elizabeth A. Collier regarding the sale of property to

settle the estate of her deceased husband, John R. Collier. Named in

petition: Wyatt Epps and Negroes: Martin, Tom, Cinthea and child.

Henderson 1826 99

Collier, John R. Petition of Elizabeth A. Collier regarding the sale of property to



Henderson 1826 99

Collins River Petition of Matthew W. Wright asking permission to build a toll


Warren 1826 173

Colville, Nutty Petition of Nutty and Samuel Colville, administrators of the Estate of

Young Colville, asking permission to sell land. Statements of Return

J. Meigs and Dr. Benj. C. Stout.

McMinn 1827 253

Colville, Samuel Petition of Nutty and Samuel Colville, administrators of the Estate of



McMinn 1827 253

Colville, Young Petition of Nutty and Samuel Colville, administrators of the Estate of



McMinn 1827 253

Combs, Aquilla Petition from Capt. Thomas’s Company recommending Aquilla

Combs to be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Hardeman 1827 223

Compensation, Gun Petition of Clement Reynolds asking compensation for gun lost in

Indian War. Named in petition: Capt. Robert Maloney and General

Jackson. Statement of Emanuel Dyche.

Greene 1826 159

Compensation, Gun Petition of Jacob Farris asking compensation for a gun lost in Indian



Greene 1826 160

Connill, M. (Major) Letter of Robert H. McEwin asking for the passage of a bank law.

Named in memorandum: Major M. Connill, Dr. Kemp, Col. Nelson,

J. R. McMeans, J. McCallester and C. M. Kinney.

Lincoln 1826 141

Cook, (Captain) Petition from Fayette County recommending these men be appointed





Fayette 1827 34

Cook, Mary Petition of William Cook asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary


Blount 1827 98

Cook, William Petition of William Cook asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary


Blount 1827 98


Number

Cooke, Nicholas

(Captain)

Petition of Captain Nicholas Cooke’s Company recommending

George Keesee be appointed as Justice of the Peace for their

company.

White 1826 2

Cooper, Henry J. Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her






Giles 1827 132

Cooper, John Petition of Capt. Stuarts Company recommending John Cooper be


Carroll 1827 54

Coosa River Petition from East Tennessee proposing a plan to connect the waters

of Hiwassee and Coosa Rivers by a railroad.

1827 162

Copland, Stephen

(Colonel)

Petition of William Evans asking compensation for gun lost in

Indian War. Named in petition: Maj. Gen. Andrew Jackson, Col.

Stephen Copland, and Daniel Liles. Statements of William Evans,

Joseph Davidson, Samuel Evans, George Roberson, Harry Reagan

and John Reagan.

Overton 1827 109

Corely, William Petition of William Corely asking he be allowed to pay amount of



Blount 1826 139

Corporate Magistrate Petition from the town of Mount Pleasant asking the Rev. Wiley

Ledbetter be appointed Corporate Magistrate.

Maury 1826 170

Cotton Factory Petition from Lawrenceburg asking that Noah Parker be allowed to

build a dam and cotton factory.

Lawrence 1826 116

Cotton factory Petition of Henry Beidleman asking for a loan to expand his woolen

and cotton factory.

Warren 1827 203

County Circuit Clerks Petition of John Mitchell and Wiley Belsher asking compensation


Marion 1826 110

County Court System Petition from the Grand Jurors of McNairy, Hardeman and Fayette

Counties asking change in the county court system.

McNairy,

Fayette,

Hardeman

1826 68

County Courts Petition from Rutherford County asking a change in county courts. Rutherford 1827 113

Court of Pleas and

Quarter Sessions

Petition from Madison County regarding their Court of Pleas and

Quarter Sessions and the desire to have a Court of Quorum.

Madison 1826 7

Court of Quorum Petition from Madison County regarding their Court of Pleas and

Quarter Sessions and the desire to have a Court of Quorum.

Madison 1826 7

Couser, James Petition of James Couser asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

1827 211

Covington Academy Petition from Covington Academy asking permission to hold a



Tipton 1827 244

Covington, William D. Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Coyle, Charles Petition of John Pane asking to build a turnpike road over



Warren 1827 164

Crabb, Stephen Petition of Deliverance Gray asking for 25 acres to build a mill on

White Oak Creek. Named in petition: Stephen Crabb.

Wayne 1827 260

Crabtree, Samuel Petition of Frederick Smith asking for a divorce from his wife,

Nancy Hoover Smith. Named in petition: Samuel Crabtree.

Campbell 1827 272

Craig, Robert Petition of Jacob Tipton regarding a land grant originally issued to

Robert Craig. Report of John Ralston, surveyor and a copy of grant

included in folder.

Shelby 1826 148 a.

Crawford, Rebecca Petition of Lena Grubbs asking for a divorce from her husband,

Thomas Grubbs. Statements of Hannah Mosely, Rebecca Crawford

and Nancy Underwood.

Rutherford 1826 100

Creacy, John Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227

Creacy, Nancy Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227

Creemer, William Petition of Susannah Creemer asking to change his name to William

Creemer.

Greene 1827 275

Creemer. Susannah Petition of Susannah Creemer asking to change his name to William

Creemer.

Greene 1827 275

Crisp, (Major) Petition of Capt. Shane’s Company recommending the appointments




Shelby 1827 17

Crisp, E. C. Petition of E. C. Crisp regarding land. Folder includes land survey of

James Green.

Hardeman 1827 290

Crisp, Elihu (Surveyor) Petition from Elihu Crisp, surveyor for the 10th District, asking to


Madison 1826 181

Cross, Caswell Petition of William Phillips asking for a divorce from his wife,

Elizabeth Still Phillips. Named in petition: James Still and Caswell

Cross. Statement by John and Winney Delk.

Campbell 1827 274

Crowder, James

(Captain)

Petitions from Captain James Crowder’s Company recommending

Abraham Dun be appointed a justice of the Peace replacing Josiah

Horton, resigned, and from Capt. Elisha Wilson’s Company

recommending John Hall be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Davidson 1827 99

Crutchfield, Charles Petition of Charles Crutchfield asking permission to sell a mill

jointly owned with John Thomas (deceased) to provide for the

Thomas children.

Henry 1827 33

Crutchfield, Samuel Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Cuchanan, Robert Petition of Benjamin W. Bedford asking dismissal of Circuit Court


Cuchanan.

Davidson, 1827 75

Cumberland College Petition from trustees to U. S. Congress regarding funding for the

school.

Davidson 1826 161

Cumberland Turnpike Petition of John Brown & Robert Burke asking for an extension of


Roane 1826 10

Cumberland Turnpike Report of W. Brown & Joseph McPherson, Commissioners of the


1826 12

Cumberland Turnpike Petition of Robert Officer asking that he no longer be held liable for

the upkeep of the Cumberland Turnpike. Named in petition: Thomas

H. Fransher. (See Private Acts of Tenn. 1824, Chapter 144, Pages

135, 136)

Bledsoe 1826 22

Cumberland Turnpike Petition of John Brown asking for a loan of $3000.00 to complete his



Roane 1827 151


Number

Cunningham, George Letters from George Cunningham to Col. William Moore regarding

the state of the Bank at Fayetteville.

Lincoln 1826 140

Cunningham, Martha Petition of Martha Cunningham asking relief from sale of land.

Named in petition: Col. Joel Lewis.

Rutherford 1826 188

Currins, Robert P. Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227

Curtis, Joseph Petition from Henry County asking that Joseph Curtis be permitted

to retail liquor without a license.

Henry 1826 165

Curtis, Lydia Petition of Merriman McGhee regarding an improved land claim.

Named in petition: Lydia Curtis.

Monroe 1827 81

Dagley, Jonathan Petition of Luck Musgrove asking for a divorce from her husband,




Campbell 1826 53

Dagley, Mary Petition of Luck Musgrove asking for a divorce from her husband,




Campbell 1826 53

Dale, John Petition of John Dale asking permission to retail liquor without

license.

White 1827 287

Dam Petition of Samuel Allen asking to keep mill/dam on Nolichucky

River.

Greene 1826 56

Dam Petition concerning the removal of a mill/dam of Christian Morrell

on the Holston River. Folder includes agreement to the construction

of the mill/dam between the State of Tennessee and Christian

Morrell and a detailed drawing of the mill/dam site. (See also 1826-

63)

Hawkins 1826 57

Dam Petition from Sullivan County asking that George Willard be

allowed to leave fish dam on Holston River in place.

Sullivan 1826 59

Dam Petition of Christian Morrell concerning the removal of his mill/dam

on Holston River. (See 1826-57)

Hawkins 1826 63

Dam Petition from Lawrenceburg asking that Noah Parker be allowed to


Lawrence 1826 116

Dam Petition from the town of Paris asking to remove two mills on Sandy

River near the town and the passage of a law prohibiting any mills or

dams on this river.

Henry 1827 19

Dam Petition from Carroll County asking that mills/dams be prohibited on

the Rutherford Fork of Obion River.

Carroll 1827 51

Dam Petition from Smith County regarding the regulation of fish traps and

dams on Smith Fork of Caney Fork River.

Smith 1827 308

Danforth, Josiah Petition of John Montgomery seeking relief from court cost in land

suits. Named in petition: Josiah Danforth and John Williams.

Blount 1826 65

Danforth, Josiah Petition of John Montgomery asking refund of court cost. Named in

petition: Josiah Danforth and Col. John Williams.

Blount 1827 90

Davidson, Joseph Petition of William Evans asking compensation for gun lost in




and John Reagan.

Overton 1827 109

Davis, Joseph A.

(Captain)

Petition from Capt. Joseph A. Davis Company recommending

Etheldred P. Horn for Justice of the Peace.

Wilson 1826 123

Davis, Robert C. Petition of Robert C. Davis asking permission to hawk and peddle

without a license.

Wilson 1826 70

Davis, William R. Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her






Giles 1827 132

Dawson, (Captain) Petition of Capt. Dawson’s Company recommending Isaac McKee

be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Carroll 1827 55

Deaderick, David Petition of the heirs of David Deaderick asking that all lands of his

estate be included in Jefferson County.

Jefferson 1827 284

Deckard, David Petition from Lincoln and Franklin Counties regarding a merchant’s


Franklin,

Lincoln

1827 302

Dees, Jesse Petition of Joshua Dillen, John Fitzgerald and William Birdwell



Jackson 1826 28

DeLacy, John D. Request of John D. Delacy to be contacted to improve Tenn. River

for navigation from Hawkins County to Ala.-Tenn. line.

1827 137

Delk, John Petition of William Phillips asking for a divorce from his wife,



Campbell 1827 274

Delk, Winney Petition of William Phillips asking for a divorce from his wife,



Campbell 1827 274

Demos, Abraham Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the

Peace. John Lassater, James Kelly, William H. Murray, Isham

Womack, John Thame, Elijah D. Robbins, Abraham Demoss, John

Hall and Robert Frame. Also mentioned: Resignation of Jesse

Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Dennis, Azariah Petition of Elizabeth Dennis asking for a divorce from her husband,

Azariah Dennis. Statements by Joanna Roberts, Michael Gabbort,

Jonathan Whiteside and Alfred Robertson.

Overton 1826 152

Dennis, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth Dennis asking for a divorce from her husband,



Overton 1826 152

Denson, William Statement of William Denson, John Buchanan, J. Farrington & L. B.




5, page 121).

Williamson 1827 44

Deponent, Doughty Petition of Jacob Hackney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah

Fisher Hackney. Statements by James McLemore, Bowling Smith

and Allen Perry. Also named: Doughty Deponent.

Knox 1827 219

Depriest, Horace Petition from the trustees of Woodward Academy asking approval of



Board of Trustees.

Maury 1827 65

Derryberry, Abraham Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Dial, Jeremiah Petition of Jeremiah Dial, William Knott, Farwick Frasier, Donisus

Ragsdale and William Tamsil (?) asking to hold a lottery to raise

additional funds for their production of salt water.

Bedford 1826 96

Dial, Joseph Petition of Nimrod Dodson regarding school land. Named in

petition: Joseph Dial and Henry Wolf.

Warren 1827 186


Number

Dickson, John Petition from trustees of Rhea Academy regarding funds for the

building of a school house. Trustees named: Samuel Galbreath,

William Rankin, William Dickson, John Dickson and Val Sevier.

Greene 1826 130

Dickson, John Petition if Meranda Mahone asking for a divorce from her husband,




Wayne 1827 60

Dickson, William Petition from trustees of Rhea Academy regarding funds for the



Greene 1826 130

Dillahunty, Lewis Petition for the heirs of Lewis Dillahunty regarding land. Named in

petition: William Harper and Josiah Hatley.

1826 82

Dillen, Joshua Petition of Joshua Dillen, John Fitzgerald and William Birdwell



Jackson 1826 28

Divorce Petition of Elizabeth Dishawn Hammond asking for a divorce from

her husband, George Hammond. (Given Feme Sole, Private Acts of

Tennessee 1826, Chapter 130, Section 1, Page 114)

White 1826 3

Divorce Petition from Albert Townsen asking for a divorce from his wife,

Polly Lytle Townsen. Named in petition: Reuben Flowers.

Overton 1826 5

Divorce Petition of Isabella Biles asking for a divorce from her husband,



Hardeman 1826 29

Divorce Petition of Luck Musgrove asking for a divorce from her husband,




Campbell 1826 53

Divorce Petition of Elizabeth Biggs Reynolds asking for a divorce from her

husband, Hiram Reynolds. (8 supporting signatures.)

Hawkins 1826 71

Divorce Petition of William Dunn asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly



also 1827-117)

Smith 1826 74

Divorce Petition of Susannah Everitt asking for a divorce from her husband,

Simeon Everitt. (34 supporting signatures.)

Rhea 1826 76

Divorce Petition of Daniel Buckner asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly


signatures.)

Cocke 1826 77

Divorce Petition of Letty Pickett asking for a divorce from her husband,

William Pickett.

McMinn 1826 81

Divorce Petition of Rebecca Vandevanter asking for a divorce from her

husband, John Vandevanter.

Sullivan 1826 85

Divorce Petition of Elizabeth Penn Wilson asking for a divorce from her

husband, Joseph P. Wilson.

Sumner 1826 87

Divorce Petition of George Farr asking for a divorce from his wife, Eleanor

Gassaway Farr. (See also 1821-152)

Rutherford 1826 98

Divorce Petition of Lena Grubbs asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1826 100

Divorce Petition of Judith Long asking for a divorce from her husband,

Nicholas I. Long. (See Private Acts of Tennessee 1826, chapter 65,

section 2, page 63. Judith Long granted privilege of Feme Sole.)

Williamson 1826 102

Divorce Petition of Susanna Everett asking divorce from husband, Simon

Everrett. (Legislative report #1, Petition titles only)

1826 136

Divorce Petition of Elizabeth Dennis asking for a divorce from her husband,



Overton 1826 152

Divorce Petition of Isaac and Elizabeth Pearce asking for a divorce. Named

in petition: Arthur Tinnon and Thomas Gleaves, Jr. (See Private Acts

of TN 1826, Chapter 156, Section 1, page 134.)

Sumner 1826 154

Divorce Petition for a divorce for Jourden and Rebecca Harris. (See also

1825-109 and Private Acts of Tennessee 1826, Chapter 104, Section

1, Page 89)

Jackson 1826 186

Divorce Petition of Samuel Moore asking for a divorce from his wife, Ann E.



Roane 1827 13

Divorce Petition of Willis Privett asking for a divorce from his wife, Delila



Smith 1827 27

Divorce Petition of Rebecca Owens asking for a divorce from her husband,

Francis Owens. 107 supporting signatures. (See Private Acts of

Tenn. 1829, Chapter 252, Section 4, page 220).

Rutherford 1827 31

Divorce Petition of Samuel Ralston asking for a divorce from his wife,

Susana Isaack Ralston. Named in petition: William Robertson. (84

supporting signatures).

Fayette 1827 35

Divorce Petition of Joel Chambers asking for a divorce from his wife,


1827 42

Divorce Statement of William Denson, John Buchanan, J. Farrington & L. B.




5, page 121).

Williamson 1827 44

Divorce Petition of Mary Harris asking for a divorce from her husband,

Richard C. Harris. (See Private Acts of Tenn. 1827, Chapter 220,

Section 2, page 185, 186).

Maury 1827 48

Divorce Petition if Meranda Mahone asking for a divorce from her husband,




Wayne 1827 60

Divorce Petition of John Hale asking for a divorce from his wife, Anna

Brown Hale. Named in petition: George Pasinger.

1827 69

Divorce Petition of Isabella Jackson asking for a divorce from her husband,

John Jackson. (See Private Acts of Tenn. 1827, Chapter 155, page

127. Isabella granted Feme Sole.)

Greene 1827 82

Divorce Petition of Bridget Clifford asking for a divorce from her husband,


Davidson 1827 91

Divorce Petition of Mille Stout Smith asking for a divorce from her husband,

James H. Smith.

Roane 1827 92

Divorce Petition of William Cook asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary

Cook. Named in petition: John Allen. (Six supporting signatures. )

Blount 1827 98

Divorce Petition of Sarah Verdell asking for a divorce from her husband,

Thomas Verdell. Statements by Wright Gregory and Elizabeth

Finch. (47 supporting signatures.)

Rutherford 1827 106

Divorce Petition of Martha M. Williams asking for a divorce from her

husband, Harrison Williams. 24 supporting signatures. (See also

petition 1825-95)

Rutherford 1827 112

Divorce Petition of William Dun asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly

Dun. Named in petition: John Wood. 23 supporting signatures. (See

also 1826-74)

Smith 1827 117

Divorce Petition of John B. Fonville asking for a divorce from his wife,

Evelina Rutherford Fonville.

Gibson 1827 127

Divorce Petition of Joseph Marlow asking for a divorce from his wife Polly

Lyrich Marlow. (71 supporting signatures.)

Giles 1827 130


Number

Divorce Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her






Giles 1827 132

Divorce Petition of John W. Edwards asking for a divorce from his wife,



Giles 1827 133

Divorce Petition of Noah Miller asking for a divorce from his wife, Alice

Miller. (27 supporting signatures. See also 1831-226)

Grainger 1827 138

Divorce Petition of Comfort Robinson asking for a divorce from her husband,

William Robinson. (15 supporting signatures.)

Claiborne 1827 140

Divorce Petition of John McDonald asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucy



Warren 1827 165

Divorce Petition of John Henderson asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly

Thomas Henderson. Named in petition: James Helson. Statement by

Pleasant Henderson. Also statement by Polly Henderson agreeing to

the divorce.

Warren 1827 171

Divorce Petition of William Turner asking for a divorce from his wife,

Rachel Riggins Turner. Statement of Byars Willson. (42 supporting

signatures.)

McMinn 1827 179

Divorce Petition of Cela Hamrick Suttles asking for a divorce from her

husband, Henry Suttles. Nmed in petition: Susana Richards.

Statements of Sealy Sutters and Samuel Hewbanks. (10 supporting

signatures.)

McMinn 1827 181

Divorce Petition of Margaret S. Hamilton Dougherty asking for a divorce

from her husband, Cornelius Daugherty. Named in petition: Mary

Lynch. (13 supporting signatures.)

1827 185

Divorce Petition of John Holley asking for a divorce from his wife, Celia

Odum Holley. (35 supporting signatures.)

Lincoln 1827 197

Divorce Petition of Nathaniel Maddox asking for a divorce from his wife,

Ammy Maddox. Statements by John McNabb, William Vinson and

Abraham Lillard. (56 supporting signatures.)

Cocke 1827 198

Divorce Petition of Magdaline Snapp asking a divorce from her husband,

John Snapp. (19 supporting signatures. See Private Acts of TN 1827,

Chapter 26, Section 1, Page 23)

Sullivan 1827 215

Divorce Petition of Silas Williams asking for a divorce from his wife, Nancy

Williams. Statements of Edmund Gray and John E. Wheeler.

Campbell 1827 216

Divorce Petition of Jacob Hackney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah



Knox 1827 219

Divorce Petition of Ann Swisher asking for a divorce from her husband,



page 121)

Williamson 1827 225

Divorce Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227

Divorce Statements by R. C. Hancock, (?) Bailey, William S. Webb and




Williamson 1827 236

Divorce Petition of Margaret Smith asking for a divorce from her husband,

John Smith.

McMinn 1827 248

Divorce Petition of Frederick Smith asking for a divorce from his wife,


Campbell 1827 272

Divorce Petition of David Gartin asking for a divorce from his wife, Hesiah

Brewton Gartin.

Campbell 1827 273

Divorce Petition of William Phillips asking for a divorce from his wife,



Campbell 1827 274

Divorce Petition of Mary Carson Wise asking for a divorce from her

husband, James Wise. Statements of Alex Miller and Daniel Bellen

/Bellar. (12 supporting signatures.)

Lawrence 1827 276

Divorce Petition of Jane Hutchison Harmon asking for a divorce from her

husband, John Harmon. (16 supporting signatures.)

Bledsoe 1827 277

Divorce Statement of Elijah Truett regarding a divorce of Snodon Hickman

from his wife, Milly Hickman. Also named in statement: John W.

Nichols. (See also Private Acts of Tenn. 1827, Chapter 138, Section

1, Page 110)

Wilson 1827 294

Divorce Petition of Elizabeth McCabe asking for a divorce from her husband,

Stark McCabe. Statement of Robert Murphy.

Knox 1827 296

Dodson, Nimrod Petition of Nimrod Dodson regarding school land. Named in


Warren 1827 186

Donaldson, Humphrey Petition from Warren County asking Humphrey Donaldson be

permitted to hawk and peddle without a license.

Wilson 1827 204

Donnells, George Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Donnells, John Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Dotson, Jesse Petition of Circuit Court of Roane County asking they be allowed to

make bail for Jesse Dotson.

Roane 1827 220

Dotson, Reuben Petition from Capt. Warren’s Company recommending Archilies P.

Hughes be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Named in petition:

Samuel Merritt, John Nichols, and Reuben Dotson.

Williamson 1827 233

Dougherty, Cornelius Petition of Margaret S. Hamilton Dougherty asking for a divorce



1827 185

Dougherty, Margaret S.

Hamilton

Petition of Margaret S. Hamilton Dougherty asking for a divorce



1827 185

Douglas, William Petition of Jesse Benton regarding a land warrant in the western



1827 241

Drain, James Petition from Marion County asking Jonathan Newman, James




Marion 1827 250

Drake, Elijah Petition of John Pane asking to build a turnpike road over



Warren 1827 164

Dresden, TN Petition from Weakley County asking for a turnpike road from

Dresden to Mills Point.

Weakley 1827 158

Dresden, TN Petition from Weakley County regarding land for a mill near

Dresden.

Weakley 1827 245

Drunkenness Petition from Blount County concerning drunkenness. Blount 1827 232

Duck River Petition from citizens of Bedford County asking that James &

Alexander Street be permitted to build a mill on the Duck River.

Bedford 1826 62


Number

Dudley, John D. Petition of Capt. Isaac Young’s Company recommending John D.

Dudley be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Carroll 1827 53

Dun, Abraham Petitions from Captain James Crowder’s Company recommending




Davidson 1827 99

Dun, Polly Petition of William Dun asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly


also 1826-74)

Smith 1827 117

Dun, William Petition of William Dun asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly


also 1826-74)

Smith 1827 117

Duncan, Mark P. Petition from Robertson County asking that Mark P. Duncan be


Robertson 1826 132

Duncan, Peter Petition of Peter Duncan asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

Lawrence 1827 278

Dunn, Michael C.

(Sheriff)

Petition of Michael C. Dunn, Sheriff asking compensation for

expenses incurred to transport a prisoner, John Ross, from Nashville

to the Winchester District.

Davidson 1827 72

Dunn, Polly H. Petition of William Dunn asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly



also 1827-117)

Smith 1826 74

Dunn, William Petition of William Dunn asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly



also 1827-117)

Smith 1826 74

Dunnigan, Isaac Petition of Carroll County asking Isaac Dunnigan be given

permission to retail liquor and hawk and peddle without a license.

Carroll 1827 59

Dyche, Emanuel Petition of Clement Reynolds asking compensation for gun lost in



Greene 1826 159

Dyer County Petitions for and against the removal of the county seat of Dyer

County from Dyersburg.

Dyer 1826 47

Dyer, Joel Petition of Howson Kenner asking compensation for services as

Surgeon during the Indian Wars. Named in petition” George Ridley,

Capt. William Martain, W. Mark Mitchell, Joel Dyer, Gen. Andrew

Jackson and Judge McNary.

Hawkins 1826 46

Dyer, Joel Petition of Joel Dyer, executor of the estate of Robert Dyer, asking

permission to sell land.

Madison 1826 113

Dyer, Robert Petition of Joel Dyer, executor of the estate of Robert Dyer, asking


Madison 1826 113

Dyersburg, TN Petition from the Commissioners of Dyer County asking that the sale

of lots in Dyersburg be validated.

Dyer 1827 115

Earles, George W.

(Captain)

Petition of Capt. George W. Earles Company recommending that

James H. Graves be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Fayette 1827 28

Earwood, John Petition of John Earwood to retail liquor without a license. Rutherford 1827 86

Edwards, (Captain) Petition of some members of the 72nd Regiment under Capt.

Edwards asking to be attached to the 17th Regiment.

Wilson 1827 240

Edwards, John W. Petition of John W. Edwards asking for a divorce from his wife,



Giles 1827 133

Edwards, Nancy Brown Petition of John W. Edwards asking for a divorce from his wife,



Giles 1827 133

Edwards, William Petition from the town of Gallatin recommending William Edwards


Sumner 1826 131

Elections Petition from Carter County asking a voting precinct be established.

Carter 1827 101

Elliott, Joseph Petition asking that Joseph Elliott be allowed to hawk and peddle

without a license.

1826 134

Ellis, John Petition asking the John and William Ellis be permitted to build a


Sevier 1827 303

Ellis, John J. Petition from Williamson County asking that John J. Ellis be granted

a pardon.

Williamson 1826 103

Ellis, William Petition asking the John and William Ellis be permitted to build a


Sevier 1827 303

Ely, Thomas Petition of Thomas Ely complaining of unequal fines placed on those

guilty of same offense. Named in petition: Audely Harrison, Oliver

Lowes, Moses Norman, William M. French and James H. Mosely.

Warren 1826 150

Emancipation Petition from Cocke County regarding the emancipation of slaves. Cocke 1826 18

Emancipation Petition of Joshua Hadley regarding emancipation of certain slaves.

Named in the petition: Wife, Hannah Hadley, and slaves: Stephen,

Phill, Silvey, Catherine, Clinton, Nelly and Washington.

1827 20

Embree, Elijah Petition regarding payment of interest due on a loan used by Elijah

Embree to start a Nail Manufacturing Company.

1826 92

Emery, Joel Petition of John Cocke, Thomas Whiteside, Jacob Kline, and John



Grainger 1827 199

England, Elijah Petitions from White County recommending John Gillentine, Jesse

Scoggins, William Wisdom, Elijah England, and Randolph Ross to

be appointed as Justices of the Peace.

White 1827 266

English, Matthew Petition of Matthew English asking permission to construct a

turnpike road from Bledsoe County to Walton’s Ferry.

Rhea 1826 20

Entry Takers Report Report of Henry Nixon regarding the entry takers of the 12th

District.

Hickman,

Perry

1827 157

Entry Takers Report Report from Charles M. Chung, Clerk of the Knox County Court,

concerning settlements of entry takers collections.

Knox 1827 169

Entry Takers Report Report of H. Frey, commissioner of Robertson County Court,

regarding entry takers collections.

Robertson 1827 172

Epps. Wyatt Petition of Elizabeth A. Collier regarding the sale of property to



Henderson 1826 99

Ervin, Lamuel Petition from Fayette County recommending these men be appointed





Fayette 1827 34

Esrey, (Captain) Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Estate Settlement Petition of Jane Howard for the heirs of Bernard Howard, deceased,

asking permission to sell land and to distribute the money among his

heirs.

Carroll 1826 67

Estate Settlement Petition of Elizabeth A. Collier regarding the sale of property to



Henderson 1826 99

Estate Settlement Petition of Joel Dyer, executor of the estate of Robert Dyer, asking


Madison 1826 113

Estate Settlement Settlement of Alexander Kirkpatrick’s estate. (Legislative report #1.

Petition titles only)

1826 136

Estate Settlement Petition of Jonathan and William Pennywell asking for money from

Mason Lee’s estate.

1826 144

Estate Settlement Petition of William Scott regarding the estate of James Simpson.


Knox 1826 158


Number

Estate Settlement Petition of Taylor McNabb and William McNabb, executors of

David McNabb’s estate, regarding collection claims from Carter

County. Named in petition: Ezekiel Smith.

Carter 1827 6

Estate Settlement Petition of James Wyly asking he be permitted to settle estate of his

brother, Robert Wyly, to offset expenses of his hospitalization.

Greene 1827 29

Estate Settlement Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking

permission to sell land in order to settle his estate. Named in the

petition: James H. Howard, Polly W. Howard, Memucan H. Howard,

Sarah Pope Howard, Lucy R. Howard, John R, Howard, William H.

Howard, Thomas A. Thompson, Alexander Murphey, and Memucan

Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Estate Settlement Petition of James W. Smith regarding the estate of John Owen.

Named in petition: Daniel Owen, Doctor John Owen, Mary Oliver,

Captain Frances Oliver.

Smith 1827 78

Estate Settlement Petition from Alvin Looper and Elizabeth Washam, administrators

of estate of Jefferson W. Washam, deceased, asking permission to

sell land to provide for his children.

Sullivan 1827 120

Estate Settlement Petition of Gilley Mosley and heirs of Tart Mosley regarding the sale

of land to settle his estate. Named in petition: James Mosley, Sally

Mosley, William Woodard, George W. Tate and Elisha Reynolds.

Warren 1827 166

Estate Settlement Petition of Miriam Porter asking to sell perishable property of estate

of deceased husband, Jno. Porter. Named in petition: Mr.

McCutchen.

Williamson 1827 207

Estate Settlement Petition of Thomas Porter and William H. Hughtell, executors of the



1827 242

Estate Settlement Petition from Lincoln County asking law be passed authorizing sale

of real estate of Andrew Moon, deceased.

Lincoln 1827 246

Estate Settlement Petition of Nutty and Samuel Colville, administrators of the Estate of



McMinn 1827 253

Evans, Mary Petition of Mary Evans, widow of Nathaniel Evans, asking to retail

liquor without a license.

White 1827 286

Evans, Nathaniel Petition of Mary Evans, widow of Nathaniel Evans, asking to retail


White 1827 286

Evans, Samuel Petition of William Evans asking compensation for gun lost in




and John Reagan.

Overton 1827 109

Evans, Simeon Petition from Marion County asking Jonathan Newman, James




Marion 1827 250

Evans, William Petition of William Evans asking compensation for gun lost in




and John Reagan.

Overton 1827 109

Evans, William Petition of William Evans asking compensation for gun lost in




and John Reagan.

Overton 1827 109

Evans, William Petition of William Evans asking permission to keep Fentress

County registers office at his home.

Fentress 1827 152

Everett, Simon Petition of Susanna Everett asking divorce from husband, Simon


1826 136

Everett, Susanna Petition of Susanna Everett asking divorce from husband, Simon


1826 136

Everitt, Simeon Petition of Susannah Everitt asking for a divorce from her husband,


Rhea 1826 76

Everitt, Susannah Petition of Susannah Everitt asking for a divorce from her husband,


Rhea 1826 76

Execution of Negro Petition of Edmund Suttle asking payment for a Negro executed.

(Legislative Report #1. Petition titles only.)

Smith 1826 136

Execution of Negro Petition from Edward Sellers asking compensation for an executed

slave, named Daniel. ( Many signatures)

Smith 1827 110

Expenses, Transport of

Criminal

Petition asking a law be passed authorizing payment of expenses for




Claghorn.

Claiborne,

Hawkins

1826 149

Exum, Robert (Captain) Petition of Capt. Robert Exum’s Company recommending Jesse

Shelton for Justice of the Peace.

Davidson 1826 176

Fallingwater, Elizabeth

(Cherokee Indian)

Petition of Henry Matlock, Isaac Anderson, and Thomas Geren



McMinn 1827 254

Farnsworth, John Petition regarding a grant for a turnpike road given to William




Greene 1827 147

Farr, Eleanor Gassaway Petition of George Farr asking for a divorce from his wife, Eleanor


Rutherford 1826 98

Farr, George Petition of George Farr (Furr) asking for a divorce from his wife,

Eleanor Gassaway Farr (Furr). (See also 1821-152)

Rutherford 1826 98

Farrington, J. Statement of William Denson, John Buchanan, J. Farrington & L. B.




5, page 121).

Williamson 1827 44

Farris, Jacob Petition of Jacob Farris asking compensation for a gun lost in Indian



Greene 1826 160

Fayetteville, TN bank Letters from George Cunningham to Col. William Moore regarding


Lincoln 1826 140

Fees, Jurors Petition from Bedford County asking a law be passed creating a fund

for payment of jurors.

Bedford 1827 38

Fees, Juror Petition of citizens from Gibson County who have served as jurors

regarding lack of payment for their service.

Gibson 1827 7

Fees, Justice of the

Peace

Petition from Sumner County regarding fees for those serving as a

Justice of the Peace.

Sumner 1826 86

Fees, Justice of the

Peace

Petition from Greene County concerning additional fees for those

serving as Justice of the Peace.

Greene 1826 118

Fees, Printers Petition from certain printers asking fees for printing advertising of

land sales.

Knox 1826 157

Fells, W. (Captain) Petition from Captain W. Fells Company asking Daniel Brice be


Davidson 1826 111

Feme Sole Petition of Nancy W. Carver asking to be declared Feme Sole.



Wilson 1826 54

Feme Sole Petition of Agnes Jennings asking for the privilege of Feme Sole.

Husband’s name: Jesse Jennings. 30 supporting signatures. (See

Private Acts of Tennessee 1826, Chapter 65, Section 1, Page 63)

Lincoln 1826 73

Feme Sole Petition of Judith Long asking for a divorce from her husband,



Williamson 1826 102


Number

Feme Sole Petition of Isabella Jackson asking for a divorce from her husband,



Greene 1827 82

Feme Sole Petition of Patsy Callis, wife of Abel Callis, asking to be granted the


Wilson 1827 205

Fentress County Petition from sundry citizens of Morgan, Fentress and Campbell


Fentress,

Morgan,

Campbell

1826 90

Fentress County,

annexation

Petition from some citizens of Morgan County asking they be

annexed part to Fentress County.

Fentress,

Morgan

1826 91

Ferry Petition of Matthew English asking permission to construct a


Rhea 1826 20

Finch, Elizabeth Petition of Sarah Verdell asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1827 106

Fine, Abraham Petition of Isaac Allen asking compensation for gun lost in Indian



Davidson 1827 73

Fish Traps Petition of Daniel Murphey and others asking to retain fish traps on

Holston River. (22 Supporting signatures.)

1826 55

Fish Traps Petition of John Harris and Robert Long regarding their fish traps on

Holston River.

Grainger 1826 58

Fish Traps Petition of William Cobb, Charles Price, Mitchel Harper, John



River.

Knox 1826 61

Fisher, Dr. Petition of Bridget Clifford asking for a divorce from her husband,


Davidson 1827 91

Fitzgerald, John Petition of Joshua Dillen, John Fitzgerald and William Birdwell



Jackson 1826 28

Flowers, Reuben Petition from Albert Townsen asking for a divorce from his wife,


Overton 1826 5

Fonville, Evelina

Rutherford

Petition of John B. Fonville asking for a divorce from his wife,


Gibson 1827 127

Fonville, John B. Petition of John B. Fonville asking for a divorce from his wife,


Gibson 1827 127

Ford, John W. Petition from White County recommending John W. Ford be

appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing Theoderick B. Rice,

resigned.

White 1827 265

Forest Hill Academy Petition from trustees of Athens Academy to be incorporated.

Reference to Forest Hill Academy.

McMinn 1827 180

Formwalt, Aurelia

White

Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her






Giles 1827 132

Formwalt, William B. Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her






Giles 1827 132

Frame, Robert Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the




Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Franklin, John A. Petition of William Wray asking jailers fees. Named in petition:

John A. Franklin.

Overton 1826 155

Fransher, Thomas H. Petition of Robert Officer asking that he no longer be held liable for



135, 136)

Bledsoe 1826 22

Frasier, Farwick Petition of Jeremiah Dial, William Knott, Farwick Frasier, Donisus



Bedford 1826 96

Free Negro, Phillip Petition from Phillip, a free negro, asking to prove his accounts.

(Legislative report #1. Petition titles only)

Washington 1826 136

French Borad River Petition of John Brabson regarding his mill on the French Broad

River.

Jefferson 1826 60

French Broad River Memorial of citizens south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers

regarding land payments. (34 pages of signatures)

1827 156

French Broad River Petition from citizens south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers


Knox 1827 163

French Broad River Petition asking the John and William Ellis be permitted to build a


Sevier 1827 303

French, William M. Petition of Thomas Ely complaining of unequal fines placed on those



Warren 1826 150

Frey, H. (Court

Commissioner)

Report of H. Frey, commissioner of Robertson County Court,

regarding entry takers collections.

Robertson 1827 172

Fryor, Henry Petition of Henry Fryor regarding land. Named in petition: Joshua

Leakey and Eli Leakey.

Warren 1826 48

Furr, Eleanor Gassaway Petition of George Farr asking for a divorce from his wife, Eleanor


Rutherford 1826 98

Furr, George Petition of George Farr (Furr) asking for a divorce from his wife,

Eleanor Gassaway Farr (Furr). (See also 1821-152)

Rutherford 1826 98

Gabbort, Michael Petition of Elizabeth Dennis asking for a divorce from her husband,



Overton 1826 152

Galbreath, Samuel Petition from trustees of Rhea Academy regarding funds for the



Greene 1826 130

Gartin, David Petition of David Gartin asking for a divorce from his wife, Hesiah

Brewton Gartin.

Campbell 1827 273

Gartin, Hesiah Brewton Petition of David Gartin asking for a divorce from his wife, Hesiah

Brewton Gartin.

Campbell 1827 273

Gentry, Allen B. Petition of Allen B. Gentry regarding a refund for land purchased in



White. (See also Private Acts of Tennessee 1827, Chapter 251, pages

216, 217)

Monroe 1827 23

Geren, Thomas Petition of Henry Matlock, Isaac Anderson, and Thomas Geren



McMinn 1827 254

Gibbs, George W.

(Captain)

Petition from citizens of White County asking that Christopher



Capt. Vincent.

White 1827 200

Gibbs, Thomas Petition of John McDonald asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucy



Warren 1827 165

Gillentine, John Petitions from White County recommending John Gillentine, Jesse



White 1827 266

Gillespie, Allen Petition of James Taylor asking compensation for appearing as a

witness against Joshua Royster. Also asking for the impeachment of

Allen Gillespie.

Greene 1826 30


Number

Gilliam, Samuel Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her






Giles 1827 132

Gilliland, William Petition from Cocke County asking that James Baxter, William


turnpike road.

Cocke 1827 255

Gillispie, Samuel P. Petition of Samuel P. Gillispie asking exemption from merchant’s

tax for 1827.

Sumner 1827 123

Gleaves, Thomas Jr. Petition of Isaac and Elizabeth Pearce asking for a divorce. Named



Sumner 1826 154

Gordon, George Petition of George Gordon regarding the establishment of a turnpike

road from Sparta to Kingston. Named in petition: Jesse Lincoln.

Roane 1826 1

Gordon, George Petition of George Gordon regarding land for an iron works. Roane 1827 103

Gordon, George Petition of John Cannon regarding a mill. Named in petition: George

Gordon.

Greene 1827 304

Gordon, Thomas Petition from Capt. Adam Perkins’ Company recommending

Thomas Gordon and Simon Walton be appointed as Justice of the

Peace. Named in petition: Capt. Henry W. Harris.

Henry 1827 243

Goreley, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Goreley’s Company recommending Jonathan B.


resigned.

Carter 1827 100

Gotchin, Jesse Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the




Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Gourlay, Edward Petition of William Corely asking he be allowed to pay amount of



Blount 1826 139

Governor, salary Petition from Knox County to reduce the salaries of the Governor

and Judges.

Knox 1827 282

Gragg, John Petition regarding a grant for a turnpike road given to William




Greene 1827 147

Graham, (Colonel) Petition from Capt. Edward Hales Company recommending John

Williams as magistrate. Named in petition: Col. Graham.

Shelby 1827 16

Grand Jurors Petition from the Grand Jurors of McNairy, Hardeman and Fayette

Counties asking change in the county court system.

McNairy,

Fayette,

Hardeman

1826 68

Grant, James Petition of Luck Musgrove asking for a divorce from her husband,




Campbell 1826 53

Graves, George

(Brigade Major)

Petition of George Graves, Brigade Major of the 3rd Brigade, asking

compensation for drilling officers of the brigade. Also suggested

makes changes in militia laws.

Knox 1826 43

Graves, James H. Petition of Capt. George W. Earles Company recommending that


Fayette 1827 28

Gray, Deliverance Petition of Deliverance Gray asking for 25 acres to build a mill on


Wayne 1827 260

Gray, Edmund Petition of Silas Williams asking for a divorce from his wife, Nancy


Campbell 1827 216

Green, James Petition of E. C. Crisp regarding land. Folder includes land survey of

James Green.

Hardeman 1827 290

Green, Robert Petition from Covington Academy asking permission to hold a



Tipton 1827 244

Greene County Petition asking to form a new county from parts of Greene, Hawkins,

Sullivan and Washington Counties.

Greene,

Hawkins,

Sullivan,

Washington

1827 263

Greene, Mathan Petition regarding a turnpike road being constructed by Jesse Savage




Warren 1827 261

Greeneville Female

Academy

Petition from the trustees of Greeneville Female Academy asking to

be incorporated. Named in petition: Rev. Oramel Hinckley and Mrs.

Abbey Hinckley.

Greene 1826 183

Greer, Richard

(Captain)

Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men







Fimple & Esq. Wallace.

Henderson 1827 74

Gregory, Wright Petition of Sarah Verdell asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1827 106

Grimes, Elisha Petition of Alfred Harris (a negro) asking permission to marry a

white woman, Rachel Grimes. Named in petition: Elisha Grimes.

Knox 1826 38

Grimes, Rachel Petition of Alfred Harris (a negro) asking permission to marry a


Knox 1826 38

Grizzily, John Petition asking relief from court cost for heirs of John Grizzily.

Named in petition: Samuel Smith.

Hawkins 1827 149

Grubb, A. D. Petition of John McClatchy asking relief for expenses in a land suit.


White.

McMinn 1827 160

Grubbs, Lena Petition of Lena Grubbs asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1826 100

Grubbs, Thomas Petition of Lena Grubbs asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1826 100

Guthrie, Robert Petition from Capt. William Smith’s Company recommending

Daniel Latimer be appointed a Justice of the Peace to fill vacancy of

resigning Robert Guthrie.

Sumner 1827 83

Hackney, Jacob Petition of Jacob Hackney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah



Knox 1827 219

Hackney, Sarah Fisher Petition of Jacob Hackney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah



Knox 1827 219

Hadley, Hannah Petition of Joshua Hadley regarding emancipation of certain slaves.



1827 20

Hadley, Joshua Petition of Joshua Hadley regarding emancipation of certain slaves.



1827 20


Number

Haggard, Nathan Petition from citizens of eight counties regarding a turnpike road

from Sparta to Lebanon. Original charter given to Nathan Haggard

& James McKinley. Also named: John W. Simpson. (See also 1826-

16)

White, Smith,

Morgan,

Wilson,

Roane,

Overton,

Fentress,

Jackson

1826 4

Haggard, Nathan Petition from White, Overton, Jackson, Smith and Wilson Counties

regarding a turnpike road from Sparta to Lebanon. Original charter

given to Nathan Haggard & James McKinley. Named in petition:

John W. Simpson. (See also 1826-4)

White,

Overton,

Jackson,

Smith, Wilson

1826 16

Hale, Anna Petition of John Hale asking for a divorce from his wife, Anna


1827 69

Hale, Edward (Captain) Petition from Capt. Edward Hales Company recommending John


Shelby 1827 16

Hale, John Petition of John Hale asking for a divorce from his wife, Anna


1827 69

Hall, James Petition from James Hall asking relief for land payments. Monroe 1827 97

Hall, John Petitions from Captain James Crowder’s Company recommending




Davidson 1827 99

Hall, John Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the




Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Hall, William Petition of Capt. Shane’s Company recommending the appointments




Shelby 1827 17

Hallum, Robert Petition of Thomas Bradley asking sheriff’s fees. Affidavit of Robert

Hallum. Many signatures.

Wilson 1827 247

Hamburg, William Petition of Capt. Stafford’s Company recommending William,

Hamburg be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Carroll 1827 56

Hamilton County,

boundaries



Hamilton,

Marion,

Bledsoe

1826 180

Hamilton County,

boundaries


county lines.

Bledsoe,

Marion,

Hamilton,

Rhea, Warren,

White

1827 252

Hamilton County, court

house

Petition from Hamilton County regarding a temporary court house. Hamilton 1827 190

Hamilton, John Petition of John Hamilton, William Hamilton and James Cain,


Humphreys 1827 291

Hamilton, William Petition of John Hamilton, William Hamilton and James Cain,


Humphreys 1827 291

Hammond, (Captain) Petition of Captain Thomas Keyes Company recommending Robert

Scott as Justice of the Peace. Named in petition: Capt. Hammond

and Jacob Penticuff.

Lawrence 1826 114

Hammond, Elizabeth

Dishawn

Petition of Elizabeth Dishawn Hammond asking for a divorce from



White 1826 3

Hammond, George Petition of Elizabeth Dishawn Hammond asking for a divorce from



White 1826 3

Hampton, William Petition from Jackson County asking that William Hampton be

appointed a Justice of the Peace.

Jackson 1826 25

Hancock, R. C. Statements by R. C. Hancock, (?) Bailey, William S. Webb and




Williamson 1827 236

Hancock, William Petition of Luck Musgrove asking for a divorce from her husband,




Campbell 1826 53

Hanery, Elijah Petition if Meranda Mahone asking for a divorce from her husband,




Wayne 1827 60

Hardeman, Thomas Petition of Julius C. N. Robertson regarding a land warrant. Named



Hardeman 1827 161

Hardin County Petition from Hardin County regarding the location of the county

seat.

Hardin 1826 66

Hardin County Petition asking that county seat remain in its present location.

(Legislative Report # 1 - Petition titles only)

Hardin 1826 136

Hardman, Thomas

(Court Clerk)

Report of Thomas Hardman, Clerk of the Court of Pleas & Quarters,

giving the number of militia units in the county, and recording the

resignation of James Reed as Justice of the Peace. Named in petition:

Col. Swanson.

Williamson 1826 104

Hardy, John S. Petition of John S. Hardy asking for an extension of time to put his

iron works into operation.

Claiborne 1827 46

Hardy, William Petition of Margaret Mulherrin, executrix of James Mulherrin,

regarding land claims. Affidavits of William Young, Dandridge

Moss and William Hardy.

Davidson 1826 39

Harley, Josiah Petition for the heirs of Lewis Dillahunty regarding land. Named in


1826 82

Harman, Jane

Hutchison

Petition of Jane Hutchison Harmon asking for a divorce from her


Bledsoe 1827 277

Harman, John Petition of Jane Hutchison Harmon asking for a divorce from her


Bledsoe 1827 277

Harper, Albert Petitions recommending Albert Harper, Alexander McKinza, and

Icabud Hensley be appointed as Justices of the Peace. Also named:

Capt. Samuel Nichols, Capt. Hill and West Harris.

Hardeman 1827 301

Harper, Logan Petition of citizens of Smith County asking relief for Logan Harper

from a fine for assault and battery against Polly Cockerhaus.

Smith 1826 72

Harper, Mitchel Petition of William Cobb, Charles Price, Mitchel Harper, John



River.

Knox 1826 61

Harper, William Petition for the heirs of Lewis Dillahunty regarding land. Named in


1826 82

Harpeth Academy Petition of Phillip Maury regarding the money for constructing

Harpeth Academy. Affidavit of J. Stewart, William Smith &

Hinchey Petway.

Williamson 1826 11

Harris, Alfred (Negro) Petition of Alfred Harris (a negro) asking permission to marry a


Knox 1826 38

Harris, Henry W.

(Captain)

Petition from Capt. Adam Perkins’ Company recommending



Henry 1827 243

Harris, John Petition of John Harris and Robert Long regarding their fish traps on

Holston River.

Grainger 1826 58

Harris, Jourden Petition for a divorce for Jourden and Rebecca Harris. (See also


1, Page 89)

Jackson 1826 186


Number

Harris, Lewis Petition of Lewis Harris asking to hawk and peddle without a

license.

Maury 1827 25

Harris, Mary Petition of Mary Harris asking for a divorce from her husband,



Maury 1827 48

Harris, Rebecca Petition for a divorce for Jourden and Rebecca Harris. (See also


1, Page 89)

Jackson 1826 186

Harris, Richard C. Petition of Mary Harris asking for a divorce from her husband,



Maury 1827 48

Harris, West Petitions recommending Albert Harper, Alexander McKinza, and



Hardeman 1827 301

Harrison, Audely Petition of Thomas Ely complaining of unequal fines placed on those



Warren 1826 150

Harrison, H. P. Petition of H. P. Harrison asking compensation for use of home as

District 2 land office.

1827 174

Harrison, Rich Petition from Capt. Joyner’s Company recommending John P.

Hogan be appointed as Justice of the Peace to replace Rich Harrison,

resigned.

Sumner 1827 121

Hawkins County Petition from citizens on the north side of Clinch Mountain in

Hawkins County asking to be made a separate county. 130

signatures.

Hawkins 1826 64

Hawkins County Petition asking to form a new county from parts of Greene, Hawkins,


Greene,

Hawkins,

Sullivan,

Washington

1827 263

Hawkins County,

annexation

Petition from citizens of south west Hawkins County asking to be

annexed to Jefferson County.

Hawkins,

Jefferson

1827 146

Hawkins, Benjamin Petition of Capt. Shane’s Company recommending the appointments




Shelby 1827 17

Hawley, William Petition from Capt. Stokes Company recommending William

Hawley be appointed as Justice of the Peace to replace Nathan

Richardson, resigned.

Sullivan 1827 119

Haynes, John Petition from Fayette County recommending Robert Thrasher and

John Haynes be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Fayette 1826 133

Haynes, Jonathan Petition of Samuel Moore asking for a divorce from his wife, Ann E.



Roane 1827 13

Hazzlewood, Thomas

(Captain)

Petition from Capt. Thomas Hazzlewood’s Company recommending

Francis Shoemaker for Justice of the Peace.

Hardeman 1827 209

Helson, James Petition of John Henderson asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly



the divorce.

Warren 1827 171

Henderson, John Petition of John Henderson asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly



the divorce.

Warren 1827 171

Henderson, Pleasant Petition of John Henderson asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly



the divorce.

Warren 1827 171

Henderson, Polly

Thomas

Petition of John Henderson asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly



the divorce.

Warren 1827 171

Henley, A. W. Petition regarding land in the Hiwassee District set aside for the


Rupill, A. Byers, A. W. Henley, & John Lowry. Unicoi turnpike

company.

Monroe 1827 89

Henry, John Petition from Capt. Key’s Company recommending John Henry be


Sumner 1827 122

Hensley, Icabud Petitions recommending Albert Harper, Alexander McKinza, and



Hardeman 1827 301

Hewbanks, Samuel Petition of Cela Hamrick Suttles asking for a divorce from her



signatures.)

McMinn 1827 181

Hewet, William Petition of William Hewet asking to have his full rights of

citizenship restored. (90 supporting signatures.)

Campbell 1826 52

Hickman County,

annexation

Petition from the Tumblin Creek area of Hickman County asking to

be annexed to Humphreys County.

Hickman,

Humphreys

1826 35

Hickman, Milly Statement of Elijah Truett regarding a divorce of Snodon Hickman



1, Page 110)

Wilson 1827 294

Hickman, Snodon Statement of Elijah Truett regarding a divorce of Snodon Hickman



1, Page 110)

Wilson 1827 294

Hickman, Thomas Statement of Thomas Hickman regarding land grants. Davidson 1827 15

Hicks, George Petition of George Hicks to hawk and peddle without a license. Maury 1827 26

Higgins, William Petition of William Higgins, Jonathan Bernard & Flower Mullins



Hawkins 1826 21

Hill, (Captain) Petitions recommending Albert Harper, Alexander McKinza, and



Hardeman 1827 301

Hill, Dan Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227

Hill, Harry R. W. Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227

Hill, Isaac Petition regarding a turnpike road being constructed by Jesse Savage




Warren 1827 261

Hill, James J. Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74


Number

Hill, Martha Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227

Hincklet, Abbey Petition from the trustees of Greeneville Female Academy asking to


Abbey Hinckley.

Greene 1826 183

Hinckley, Oramel

(Rev.)

Petition from the trustees of Greeneville Female Academy asking to


Abbey Hinckley.

Greene 1826 183

Hinds, John Petition of Sylvanus Hinds regarding land. Named in petition: James

Rey and John Hinds.

Roane 1827 105

Hinds, Sylvanus Petition of Sylvanus Hinds regarding land. Named in petition: James

Rey and John Hinds.

Roane 1827 105

Hinkle, Anthony Petition of Anthony Hinkle asking authorization to hawk and peddle

without a license.

1827 213

Hitchcock, Pleasant Petition from White County asking that William Sullens and

Pleasant Hitchcock be released from paying fines. Named in

petition: Zacharah Sullens and William Hitchcock.

White 1827 251

Hitchcock, William Petition of Christopher Brooks asking for a refund paid to the state


Hitchcock.

Davidson 1827 4

Hitchcock, William Petition from White County asking that William Sullens and



White 1827 251

Hitson, Richard Petition asking a law be passed authorizing payment of expenses for




Claghorn.

Claiborne,

Hawkins

1826 149

Hittenbrand, John Petition of Elizabeth Young, widow of William Young, asking for a

refund of down payment for land. Named in petition: John

Hittenbrand.

1827 230

Hiwassee District Memorial of Gideon Morgan Jr. and John Walker regarding efforts




1826 14

Hiwassee District Petition from residents of Sweet Water Valley in the Hiwassee

District regarding their improved reservation lands and a claim of

Isaac Van.

Monroe 1826 15

Hiwassee District Petition of Uriah Allison regarding land purchased in the Hiwassee


Cherokee Nation.

Roane 1826 31

Hiwassee District Transcript regarding a dispute over Indian Land in the Hiwassee

District.

McMinn 1826 79

Hiwassee District Petition of Spencer Beaver, Sheriff of McMinn County, seeking

compensation for collection of taxes and fees from land sales in

Hiwassee District.

McMinn 1826 80

Hiwassee District Petition from Henry Stephens asking relief from land payment in the

Hiwassee District. (Legislative Report # 1. Petition titles only.)

1826 136

Hiwassee District Petition of John McCroskey, sheriff of Monroe County, asking

compensation for collecting payments in Hiwassee District.

Monroe 1827 5

Hiwassee District Petition of William S. Blair regarding a land refund for land




217)

Monroe 1827 21

Hiwassee District Petition of Elizabeth Upton regarding refund for land purchased in


Hunter, a native of the Cherokee Nation..

Monroe 1827 143

Hiwassee District Petition regarding land suits involving reservation land in Hiwassee

District. Named in petition: James McIntosh.

Monroe 1827 221

Hiwassee District Petition of Henry Matlock, Isaac Anderson, and Thomas Geren



McMinn 1827 254

Hiwassee River Petition from East Tennessee proposing a plan to connect the waters


1827 162

Hodge, W. F. Petition of Robert Buford regarding land. Statements of Daniel


Howard.

Fayette 1827 36

Hodge, William Petition from Fayette County recommending these men be appointed





Fayette 1827 34

Hodge, William F. Petition from Fayette County recommending William F. Hodge be

appointed as Justice of the Peace to replace resigning Thomas

McMackin.

Fayette 1827 32

Hoffor, Daniel Petition of William Cobb, Charles Price, Mitchel Harper, John



River.

Knox 1826 61

Hogan, John P. Petition from Capt. Joyner’s Company recommending John P.


resigned.

Sumner 1827 121

Hogg, Samuel Petition of Samuel Hogg asking to dispose of property by lottery. Wilson 1826 124

Holeman, John Petition from Bledsoe County asking a pardon for John Holman who

was convicted of the murder of James Riddle.

Bledsoe 1826 23

Holland, Benjamin Petition of Daniel Buckner asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly


signatures.)

Cocke 1826 77

Holley, Celia Odum Petition of John Holley asking for a divorce from his wife, Celia


Lincoln 1827 197

Holley, John Petition of John Holley asking for a divorce from his wife, Celia


Lincoln 1827 197

Holman, John Petition from Marion County asking relief be given to Daniel Ruggle

for keeping John Holman in his jail for Bledsoe County.

Bledsoe,

Marion

1827 176

Holston River Petition concerning the removal of a mill/dam of Christian Morrell




63)

Hawkins 1826 57

Holston River Petition from Sullivan County asking that George Willard be


Sullivan 1826 59

Holston River Petition of Christian Morrell concerning the removal of his mill/dam


Hawkins 1826 63

Holston River Memorial of citizens south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers


1827 156

Holston River Petition from citizens south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers


Knox 1827 163

Hopkins, James Petition of Capt. Moffitt’s Company recommending James Hopkins


Carroll 1827 58

Hopkins, Jason Petition of John W. Edwards asking for a divorce from his wife,



Giles 1827 133

Horn, Etheldred P. Petition from Capt. Joseph A. Davis Company recommending


Wilson 1826 123


Number

Horton, Josiah Petitions from Captain James Crowder’s Company recommending




Davidson 1827 99

Hossell, Penelope Petition if Meranda Mahone asking for a divorce from her husband,




Wayne 1827 60

Houstin, Matthew Petition from Capt. John Anderson’s Company recommending



Knox 1827 295

Houston, Howell Petition asking that Howell Houston be tried for arson in some other

county.

Greene 1826 83

Houston, William Petition regarding a grant for a turnpike road given to William




Greene 1827 147

Howard, Bernard Petition of Jane Howard for the heirs of Bernard Howard, deceased,


heirs.

Carroll 1826 67

Howard, Bernard Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Howard, James Petition from Capt. Odel’s Company recommending the appointment

of James Howard as a Justice of the Peace.

Fentress 1826 49

Howard, James H. Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Howard, Jane Petition of Jane Howard for the heirs of Bernard Howard, deceased,


heirs.

Carroll 1826 67

Howard, Jane Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Howard, John R. Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Howard, Lucy R. Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Howard, M. H. Petition of Robert Buford regarding land. Statements of Daniel


Howard.

Fayette 1827 36

Howard, Memucan H. Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Howard, Polly W. Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Howard, Sarah Pope Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Howard, William Petition of Thomas White, William Howard, William Taylor,

William Isbell, Miller Isbell, Edward Ragsdale, William

Montgomery, and Robert Hudson asking relief for land purchased in

Hiwassee District now declared reservation land. Named in petition:

Heirs of Willeo Maus, a native of the Cherokee Nation. (See also

Private Acts of Tennessee 1827 Chapter 251, pages 261, 217)

Monroe 1827 22

Howard, William H. Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Howell, John Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Howell, William L. Petition of William Dunn asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly



also 1827-117)

Smith 1826 74

Howell, William S. Petition of the Knoxville Masonic Lodge asking permission to hold




Knox 1827 195

Hudson, Robert Petition of Thomas White, William Howard, William Taylor,






Monroe 1827 22

Huff, (Captain) Petition of Capt. Huff’s Company recommending John R. Huff be

appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing Moses Jared.

Jackson 1827 231

Huff, John R. Petition of Capt. Huff’s Company recommending John R. Huff be


Jackson 1827 231

Hughes, Archilies P. Petition from Capt. Warren’s Company recommending Archilies P.



Williamson 1827 233

Hughes, John B. Petition of Capt. Murray’s Company recommending John B. Hughes

be appointed as Justice of the Peace to replace Judd Strother,

resigned.

Smith 1827 126


Number

Hughtell, William F. Petition of Thomas Porter and William H. Hughtell, executors of the



1827 242

Hughtell, William H. Petition of Thomas Porter and William H. Hughtell, executors of the



1827 242

Humphreys County,

annexation

Petition from the Tumblin Creek area of Hickman County asking to

be annexed to Humphreys County.

Hickman,

Humphreys

1826 35

Hunt, Joel Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Hunt, Memucan Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Hutcheson, Abraham Petition of Abraham Hutcheson asking to extend his tract of land. Henderson 1827 148

Hynes, Andrew Petition of Andrew Hynes regarding a refund of tax money. Letter

from E. Russell enclosed in folder.

Franklin 1827 10

Illegitimacy Petition from Greene County asking a law be passed to provide

financial provisions for all illegitimate children.

Greene 1827 80

Impeachment Petition of James Taylor asking compensation for appearing as a


Allen Gillespie.

Greene 1826 30

Indian, Cherokee Grant Memorial of Gideon Morgan Jr. and John Walker regarding efforts




1826 14

Iron Works Memorial of Gideon Morgan Jr. and John Walker regarding efforts




1826 14

Iron Works Memorial of Gideon Morgan Jr. and John Walker regarding efforts




1826 14

Iron Works Petition of James Walker regarding a loan to assist him in

establishing an iron works.

Claiborne 1826 138

Iron Works Petition from James Walker for a loan for his iron works. Claiborne 1826 187

Iron Works Petition from Iron Works Proprietors asking that their employees be

exempt from military duty.

1827 9

Iron Works Petition of John S. Hardy asking for an extension of time to put his

iron works into operation.

Claiborne 1827 46

Iron Works Petition of George Gordon regarding land for an iron works. Roane 1827 103

Isbell, Miller Petition of Thomas White, William Howard, William Taylor,






Monroe 1827 22

Isbell, William Petition of Thomas White, William Howard, William Taylor,






Monroe 1827 22

Jackson, (General) Petition of Clement Reynolds asking compensation for gun lost in



Greene 1826 159

Jackson, Andrew

(General)

Petition of Howson Kenner asking compensation for services as




Hawkins 1826 46

Jackson, Andrew

(Major General)

Petition of William Evans asking compensation for gun lost in




and John Reagan.

Overton 1827 109

Jackson, Isabella Petition of Isabella Jackson asking for a divorce from her husband,



Greene 1827 82

Jackson, John Petition of Isabella Jackson asking for a divorce from her husband,



Greene 1827 82

Jackson, TN Petition from Elihu Crisp, surveyor for the 10th District, asking to


Madison 1826 181

Jared, Moses Petition of Capt. Huff’s Company recommending John R. Huff be


Jackson 1827 231

Jefferson County,

annexation

Petition from the northern corner of Sevier County asking to be


Sevier,

Jefferson

1826 17

Jefferson County,

annexation

Petition from citizens of south west Hawkins County asking to be


Hawkins,

Jefferson

1827 146

Jefferson County,

annexation

Petition from citizens on the north side of Bay Mountain in Sevier

County asking to be annexed to Jefferson County.

Sevier,

Jefferson

1827 193

Jefferson County,

annexation

Petition of the heirs of David Deaderick asking that all lands of his

estate be included in Jefferson County.

Jefferson 1827 284

Jennings, Agnes Petition of Agnes Jennings asking for the privilege of Feme Sole.



Lincoln 1826 73

Jennings, Jesse Petition of Agnes Jennings asking for the privilege of Feme Sole.



Lincoln 1826 73

Jernigan, David Petition of David Jernigan regarding a land warrant. Named in

petition: Martin Jernigan.

Fayette 1827 30

Jernigan, Martin Petition of David Jernigan regarding a land warrant. Named in


Fayette 1827 30

John Tilly Petition regarding a turnpike road being constructed by Jesse Savage




Warren 1827 261

Johnson, Daniel Petition of Robert Buford regarding land. Statements of Daniel


Howard.

Fayette 1827 36

Johnson, Henry M.

(Surveyor)

Petition of Henry M. Johnson asking compensation for his services


in 1815.

Humphreys 1826 101

Johnson, Isabel Petition regarding land of Thomas Johnson sold for taxes. Named in

petition: Isabel Johnson and Walter Simms.

Hawkins 1826 117

Johnson, James W. Petition of James W. Johnson regarding a lottery to satisfy his

creditors. (25 supporting signatures)

Maury 1827 14


Number

Johnson, Thomas Petition regarding land of Thomas Johnson sold for taxes. Named in


Hawkins 1826 117

Johnson, Thomas Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men







Temple& Esq. Wallace.

Henderson 1827 74

Johnson, William H.

(Clerk)

Report of William H. Johnson, clerk of Weakley County regarding


Weakley 1826 182

Johnston, Thomas Petition of William Cobb, Charles Price, Mitchel Harper, John



River.

Knox 1826 61

Jones, Isaac Petition of sundry citizens of Knox County asking Isaac Jones be


Knox 1826 42

Jones, Richard, Jr. Petition of Richard Jones, Jr. asking permission to dispose of

property by lottery.

Robertson 1826 127

Jonesborough, TN Petition from Washington County to open road from Jonesborough

to North Carolina

Washington 1826 163

Joyner, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Joyner’s Company recommending John P.


resigned.

Sumner 1827 121

Justice of the Peace Petition of Captain Nicholas Cooke’s Company recommending


company.

White 1826 2

Justice of the Peace Petition from Jackson County asking that William Hampton be

appointed a Justice of the Peace.

Jackson 1826 25

Justice of the Peace Petition of Lemuel B. Lesenby’s Company asking that Matthew


Allen (resigned).

1826 40

Justice of the Peace Petition from Gibson County asking Elijah Billingsley be appointed

as an additional Justice of the Peace.

Gibson 1826 45

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Odel’s Company recommending the appointment


Fentress 1826 49

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Samuel Wallace’s Company recommending

William Walton be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Sumner 1826 75

Justice of the Peace Petition from Jackson County asking that William Locke be


Jackson 1826 84

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. David Ray’s Company regarding the



McAdams.

Bedford 1826 93

Justice of the Peace Report of Thomas Hardman, Clerk of the Court of Pleas & Quarters,



Col. Swanson.

Williamson 1826 104

Justice of the Peace Petition from Captain Joseph South’s Company asking Jesse

Reynolds be appointed as Justice of the Peace for their company.

Franklin 1826 105

Justice of the Peace Petition from Captain W. Fells Company asking Daniel Brice be


Davidson 1826 111

Justice of the Peace Petition of Captain Thomas Keyes Company recommending Robert



Lawrence 1826 114

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Joseph A. Davis Company recommending


Wilson 1826 123

Justice of the Peace Petition from the town of Gallatin recommending William Edwards


Sumner 1826 131

Justice of the Peace Petition from Fayette County recommending Robert Thrasher and


Fayette 1826 133

Justice of the Peace Petition from Maury County asking permission to establish a

Quorum Court in their county and reasonable compensation to those


Maury 1826 171

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Robert Exum’s Company recommending Jesse


Davidson 1826 176

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. James Williams’s Company recommending

Henry Williams for Justice of the Peace.

Montgomery 1826 177

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Williams’ Company recommending John Sutton


Jackson 1826 185

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. John Bowman’s Company recommending Edward


Esquire

Greene 1826 190

Justice of the Peace Petition from Sullivan County recommending Daniel Brainsetter,


Sullivan 1827 3

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Edward Hales Company recommending John


Shelby 1827 16

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Shane’s Company recommending the appointments




Shelby 1827 17

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Minton’s Company recommending James Ralston

for Justice of the Peace.

Shelby 1827 18

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. George W. Earles Company recommending that


Fayette 1827 28

Justice of the Peace Petition from Fayette County recommending William F. Hodge be


McMackin.

Fayette 1827 32

Justice of the Peace Petition from Fayette County recommending these men be appointed





Fayette 1827 34

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Jacob Lays Company recommending William

Wourwick for Justice of the Peace.

Anderson 1827 49

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Isaac Young’s Company recommending John D.


Carroll 1827 53

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Stuarts Company recommending John Cooper be


Carroll 1827 54

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Dawson’s Company recommending Isaac McKee


Carroll 1827 55

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Stafford’s Company recommending William,


Carroll 1827 56

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Moffitt’s Company recommending James Hopkins


Carroll 1827 58

Justice of the Peace Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Justice of the Peace Petition from Stewart County recommending William Oguine for

Justice of the Peace. Named in petition: Alexander Brown.

Stewart 1827 77

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. William Smith’s Company recommending



Sumner 1827 83


Number

Justice of the Peace Petition from the town of Gallatin recommending William

Montgomery be appointed as Justice of the Peace to replace Robert

H. Martin, resigned.

Sumner 1827 84

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Major’s Company recommending Lewis

Watkins be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Rutherford 1827 87

Justice of the Peace Petitions from Captain James Crowder’s Company recommending




Davidson 1827 99

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Goreley’s Company recommending Jonathan B.


resigned.

Carter 1827 100

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Nave’s Company recommending Benjamin


Carter 1827 102

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Stokes Company recommending William



Sullivan 1827 119

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Joyner’s Company recommending John P.


resigned.

Sumner 1827 121

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Key’s Company recommending John Henry be


Sumner 1827 122

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Maury’s Company recommending Stephen Mann


Smith 1827 125

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Murray’s Company recommending John B. Hughes


resigned.

Smith 1827 126

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Peter Coble’s Company recommending Daniel


Brown, resigned.

Perry 1827 129

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Robinson’s Company recommending Joseph H.


Monroe 1827 144

Justice of the Peace Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the




Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Smith’s Company recommending John A.

Nettles be appointed as Justice of the Peace to replace John Moore,

resigned; and from the 82nd regiment nominating Israel F. Outhouse

be appointed as a Justice of the Peace.

Weakley 1827 170

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. James W. Mobley’s Company recommending

Francis McConnell be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Henry 1827 183

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Jesse Smith’s Company recommending John Quinn

for Justice of the Peace replacing William Laderville, deceased.

Hamilton 1827 206

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Thomas Hazzlewood’s Company recommending


Hardeman 1827 209

Justice of the Peace Petition from Hardeman County recommending John Slaughter be


Hardeman 1827 210

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Thomas’s Company recommending Aquilla


Hardeman 1827 223

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Daniel Baugh’s Company recommending John


Flemming Cayce.

Williamson 1827 226

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Matthew Morr’s Company recommending David


McNairy 1827 229

Justice of the Peace Petition of Capt. Huff’s Company recommending John R. Huff be


Jackson 1827 231

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Warren’s Company recommending Archilies P.



Williamson 1827 233

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Adam Perkins’ Company recommending



Henry 1827 243

Justice of the Peace Petition from White County recommending John W. Ford be


resigned.

White 1827 265

Justice of the Peace Petitions from White County recommending John Gillentine, Jesse



White 1827 266

Justice of the Peace Petition from the Town of Purdy recommending Thomas Lane be

appointed as a Justice of the Peace replacing Thompson M. Price.

McNairy 1827 271

Justice of the Peace Petitions recommending John Ross and James Strain be appointed as


and Thomas Barnes.

White 1827 283

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Thomas Trout’s Company recommending John

Reeves be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Henry 1827 288

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. John Anderson’s Company recommending



Knox 1827 295

Justice of the Peace Petitions recommending Walter Scott, Elisha P. Lowrence, James G.

Rives and James H. McReynolds for appointment as Justices of the

Peace. Also named: David Woods, Capt. Jesse Thomas and Capt.

John Smith.

Hardeman 1827 297

Justice of the Peace Petition from Hardeman County recommending Timothy Shaw for


Hardeman 1827 298

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Burleson’s Company recommending Edmund


Hardeman 1827 300

Justice of the Peace Petitions recommending Albert Harper, Alexander McKinza, and



Hardeman 1827 301

Justice of the Pease Petition from Capt. Burleson’s Company recommending Thomas


Hardeman 1827 299

Keesee, George Petition of Captain Nicholas Cooke’s Company recommending


company.

White 1826 2

Kelly, James Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the




Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Kemer, John Petition of John Brown asking for a loan of $3000.00 to complete his



Roane 1827 151

Kemp, Dr. Letter of Robert H. McEwin asking for the passage of a bank law.



Lincoln 1826 141

Kenner, Howson

(Surgeon)





Hawkins 1826 46

Kerr, Alexander Petition of Alexander Sweeney regarding land warrants. Named in


Davidson 1827 71

Key, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Key’s Company recommending John Henry be


Sumner 1827 122

Keyes, Thomas

(Captain)

Petition of Captain Thomas Keyes Company recommending Robert



Lawrence 1826 114


Number

King, Austin A. Petition of John W. McKennie asking for a duplicate land warrant.


Davidson 1826 108

King, James Petition of James Bradford, sheriff of Jefferson County, regarding


Jefferson 1826 26

Kingston, TN Petition of George Gordon regarding the establishment of a turnpike


Roane 1826 1

Kingston, TN Petition of Reuben Ross asking for a charter to construct a turnpike

road from Kingston to McMinnville.

White 1826 89

Kinney, C. M. Letter of Robert H. McEwin asking for the passage of a bank law.



Lincoln 1826 141

Kinsey, D. Petition regarding a turnpike road being constructed by Jesse Savage




Warren 1827 261

Kinsiner, Thomas Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Kirkpatrick, Alexander Settlement of Alexander Kirkpatrick’s estate. (Legislative report #1.

Petition titles only)

1826 136

Kline, Jacob Petition of John Cocke, Thomas Whiteside, Jacob Kline, and John



Grainger 1827 199

Knott, William Petition of Jeremiah Dial, William Knott, Farwick Frasier, Donisus



Bedford 1826 96

Laderville, William Petition of Capt. Jesse Smith’s Company recommending John Quinn


Hamilton 1827 206

Lady, James Petition of John Cocke, Thomas Whiteside, Jacob Kline, and John



Grainger 1827 199

Land Petition of Henry Stephens regarding a sale of land. Monroe 1826 189

Land Claim Petition of Merriman McGhee regarding an improved land claim.


Monroe 1827 81

Land Claims Petition of Margaret Mulherrin, executrix of James Mulherrin,



Davidson 1826 39

Land Claims Resolution directing the Secretary of State to adjudicate certain land

claims.

1826 143

Land Grant Petition of Jacob Tipton regarding a land grant originally issued to


included in folder.

Shelby 1826 148 a.

Land Grant Petition of G. W. L. Marr regarding a land grant. Davidson 1826 179

Land Grants Statement of Thomas Hickman regarding land grants. Davidson 1827 15

Land Payments Memorial of citizens south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers


1827 156

Land Payments Petition from citizens south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers


Knox 1827 163

Land Payments Memorial of citizens south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers

regarding land payments.

1827 259

Land Purchase Petition of Henry Matlock, Isaac Anderson, and Thomas Geren



McMinn 1827 254

Land Sales Petition from certain printers asking fees for printing advertising of

land sales.

Knox 1826 157

Land Sales Petition from Weakley County asking for a law legalizing the sale of

certain lands condemned for taxes.

Weakley 1827 228

Land Suits Petition regarding land suits involving reservation land in Hiwassee


Monroe 1827 221

Land Warrant Petition of John W. McKennie asking for a duplicate land warrant.


Davidson 1826 108

Land Warrant Petition of John Price regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:

Lemuel Lanier. Surveyors report and warrant included in folder.

1826 192

Land Warrant Petition of David Jernigan regarding a land warrant. Named in


Fayette 1827 30

Land Warrant Petition of James Blakemore regarding a land warrant. Named in


Martin Talley.

Obion 1827 131

Land Warrant Petition of Julius C. N. Robertson regarding a land warrant. Named



Hardeman 1827 161

Land Warrant Petition of Jesse Benton regarding a land warrant in the western



1827 241

Land Warrant Petition of Thomas H. Perkins asking for a duplicate land warrant.


Wilson,

Rutherford

1827 267

Land Warrants Petition of Alexander Sweeney regarding land warrants. Named in


Davidson 1827 71

Land, Indian Petition of J. C. Mitchell accusing land speculators of fraud in the

settling of Indian lands in McMinn County.

McMinn 1826 13

Land, Indian Transcript regarding a dispute over Indian Land in the Hiwassee

District.

McMinn 1826 79

Land, Occupant Rights Petition of James Bradstreet regarding occupant rights to land. Lawrence 1827 279

Landford, Edward Petition if Meranda Mahone asking for a divorce from her husband,




Wayne 1827 60

Lane, John Petition of John Lane asking relief from paying bond for Thomas

Lane.

Lincoln 1827 269

Lane, Thomas Petition of John Lane asking relief from paying bond for Thomas

Lane.

Lincoln 1827 269

Lane, Thomas Petition from the Town of Purdy recommending Thomas Lane be


McNairy 1827 271

Lanier, Lemuel Petition of John Price regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:


1826 192

Large, William Petition of William Cobb, Charles Price, Mitchel Harper, John



River.

Knox 1826 61

Lassater, John Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the




Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Latimer, Daniel Petition from Capt. William Smith’s Company recommending



Sumner 1827 83

Laws, Bank Letter of Robert H. McEwin asking for the passage of a bank law.



Lincoln 1826 141

Laws, Elections Petition from Nashville asking changes in the law regarding the

election of mayor, alderman and town constable for the city of

Nashville.

Davidson 1826 33

Laws, Land Occupants Petition of Jane Reynolds regarding land occupants laws in Western

District. Report of Jacob Tipton, surveyor, included in folder.

Shelby 1826 51

Laws, Militia Petition of George Graves, Brigade Major of the 3rd Brigade, asking

compensation for drilling officers of the brigade. Also suggested

makes changes in militia laws.

Knox 1826 43


Number

Laws, Militia Petition from Anderson County asking amendment be made to the

Militia Law.

Anderson 1826 121

Laws, Patrol Petition from Maury County regarding the Patrol Laws. Maury 1827 64

Lay, Jacob (Captain) Petition of Capt. Jacob Lays Company recommending William


Anderson 1827 49

Leakey, Eli Petition of Henry Fryor regarding land. Named in petition: Joshua


Warren 1826 48

Leakey, Joshua Petition of Henry Fryor regarding land. Named in petition: Joshua


Warren 1826 48

Lebanon, TN Petition from citizens of eight counties regarding a turnpike road



16)

White, Smith,

Morgan,

Wilson,

Roane,

Overton,

Fentress,

Jackson

1826 4

Lebanon, TN Petition from White, Overton, Jackson, Smith and Wilson Counties




White,

Overton,

Jackson,

Smith, Wilson

1826 16

Ledbetter, Wiley (Rev.) Petition asking that Rev. Wiley Ledbetter be permitted to peddle

without a license.

Maury 1826 169

Ledbetter, Wiley (Rev.) Petition from the town of Mount Pleasant asking the Rev. Wiley

Ledbetter be appointed Corporate Magistrate.

Maury 1826 170

Lee, Mason Petition of Jonathan and William Pennywell asking for money from


1826 144

Lenehan, Peter Petition of Peter Leneham asking relief from fine. Lincoln 1827 285

Lesenby, Lemuel B.

(Captain)

Petition of Lemuel B. Lesenby’s Company asking that Matthew


Allen (resigned).

1826 40

Lester, Fountain Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her






Giles 1827 132

Lester, Germain Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her






Giles 1827 132

Lewis, Joel (Colonel) Petition of Martha Cunningham asking relief from sale of land.


Rutherford 1826 188

License, Merchants Petition of Elijah Tilford asking permission to peddle without a

license.

Davidson 1826 34

License, Merchants Petition of sundry citizens of Smith County asking that Tilman

Bethel be permitted to hawk and peddle without a license.

Smith 1826 41

License, Merchants Petition of sundry citizens of Knox County asking Isaac Jones be


Knox 1826 42

License, Merchants Petition of Robert C. Davis asking permission to hawk and peddle

without a license.

Wilson 1826 70

License, Merchants Petition of William B. Clayton asking to hawk and peddle without a

license.

Rutherford 1826 129

License, Merchants Petition from Robertson County asking that Mark P. Duncan be


Robertson 1826 132

License, Merchants Petition asking that Joseph Elliott be allowed to hawk and peddle

without a license.

1826 134

License, Merchants Petition of Thomas McBath asking to hawk and peddle without a

license. Many supporting signatures.

Overton 1826 153

License, Merchants Petition from Henry County asking that Joseph Curtis be permitted


Henry 1826 165

License, Merchants Petition asking that Rev. Wiley Ledbetter be permitted to peddle

without a license.

Maury 1826 169

License, Merchants Petition from Dickson County asking Alex Campbell be permitted to

hawk and peddle without a license.

Dickson 1826 178

License, Merchants Petition of Thomas Norman asking permission to peddle liquor

without a license.

Davidson 1827 8

License, Merchants Petition from Maury County asking Ephraim Brown be permitted to


Maury 1827 24

License, Merchants Petition of Lewis Harris asking to hawk and peddle without a

license.

Maury 1827 25

License, Merchants Petition of George Hicks to hawk and peddle without a license. Maury 1827 26

License, Merchants Petition from certain citizens of Dyer County, asking to retail

without a merchant’s license. (50 signatures – no names mentioned

within the petition itself.)

Dyer 1827 37

License, Merchants Petition from Warren County asking Jackson Whaney be given

permission to hawk and peddle without a license.

Warren 1827 45

License, Merchants Petition of Carroll County asking Isaac Dunnigan be given


Carroll 1827 59

License, Merchants Petition of John Earwood to retail liquor without a license. Rutherford 1827 86

License, Merchants Petition from Anderson County asking Marmaduke Bookout be


Anderson 1827 114

License, Merchants Petition of Levi Shelton asking permission to hawk and peddle

without a license.

Perry 1827 128

License, Merchants Petition of William Chambers asking to hawk and peddle without a

license. (15 supporting signatures.)

Monroe 1827 136

License, Merchants Petition of John Waugh asking for a merchant’s license refund. Monroe 1827 142

License, Merchants Petition from Williamson County asking William Price be permitted

to hawk and peddle without a license.

Williamson 1827 167

License, Merchants Petition of Mary Rice asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

White 1827 191

License, Merchants Petition from citizens of White County asking that Christopher



Capt. Vincent.

White 1827 200

License, Merchants Petition from Warren County asking Humphrey Donaldson be


Wilson 1827 204

License, Merchants Petition of James Couser asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

1827 211

License, Merchants Petition of Anthony Hinkle asking authorization to hawk and peddle

without a license.

1827 213

License, Merchants Petition of Eli Newland asking permission to hawk and peddle

without a license.

Cocke 1827 217

License, Merchants Petition of William Smith asking authorization to hawk and peddle

without a license.

McMinn 1827 249

License, Merchants Petition of Peter Duncan asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

Lawrence 1827 278

License, Merchants Petition from Lawrence County asking William McCann be granted

the right to hawk and peddle without a license.

Lawrence 1827 280

License, Merchants Petition of Mary Evans, widow of Nathaniel Evans, asking to retail


White 1827 286

License, Merchants Petition of John Dale asking permission to retail liquor without

license.

White 1827 287

License, Merchants Petition from Lincoln and Franklin Counties regarding a merchant’s


Franklin,

Lincoln

1827 302


Number

Liles, Daniel Petition of William Evans asking compensation for gun lost in




and John Reagan.

Overton 1827 109

Lillard, (Colonel) Petition of Isaac Allen asking compensation for gun lost in Indian



Davidson 1827 73

Lillard, Abraham Petition of Nathaniel Maddox asking for a divorce from his wife,



Cocke 1827 198

Lincoln, Jesse Petition of George Gordon regarding the establishment of a turnpike


Roane 1826 1

Lines, Martin Petition from Fayette County recommending these men be appointed





Fayette 1827 34

Liquor Petition from Maury County asking Rueben A. Carter be permitted

to retail liquors.

Maury 1826 135

Liquor Petition from Henry County asking that Joseph Curtis be permitted


Henry 1826 165

Liquor Petition of Thomas Norman asking permission to peddle liquor

without a license.

Davidson 1827 8

Liquor Petition from Maury County asking Ephraim Brown be permitted to


Maury 1827 24

Liquor Petition of Carroll County asking Isaac Dunnigan be given


Carroll 1827 59

Liquor Petition of John Earwood to retail liquor without a license. Rutherford 1827 86

Liquor Petition from Anderson County asking Marmaduke Bookout be


Anderson 1827 114

Liquor Petition of Mary Rice asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

White 1827 191

Liquor Petition of James Couser asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

1827 211

Liquor Petition of Peter Duncan asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

Lawrence 1827 278

Liquor Petition of Mary Evans, widow of Nathaniel Evans, asking to retail


White 1827 286

Liquor Petition of John Dale asking permission to retail liquor without

license.

White 1827 287

Littleton, Samuel Petition of Samuel Littleton asking a refund of land entry money.

Named in petition: Rebecca Redden.

Roane 1826 126

Locke, William Petition from Jackson County asking that William Locke be


Jackson 1826 84

Long, Judith Petition of Judith Long asking for a divorce from her husband,



Williamson 1826 102

Long, Nicholas I. Petition of Judith Long asking for a divorce from her husband,



Williamson 1826 102

Looper, Alvin Petition from Alvin Looper and Elizabeth Washam, administrators



Sullivan 1827 120

Lottery Memorial of the President & directors of Nashville Bank asking to

hold a lottery to dispose of real estate properties.

Davidson 1826 37

Lottery Petition of John Chapman asking to hold a lottery.

Davidson 1826 69

Lottery Petition of Jeremiah Dial, William Knott, Farwick Frasier, Donisus



Bedford 1826 96

Lottery Petition of Samuel Hogg asking to dispose of property by lottery. Wilson 1826 124

Lottery Petition of Richard Jones, Jr. asking permission to dispose of

property by lottery.

Robertson 1826 127

Lottery Petition from John Chapman asking law authorizing lottery for his

benefit. (Legislative Report # 1. Petition titles only)

1826 136

Lottery Petition of Nashville Bridge Company asking permission to hold


Davidson 1826 172

Lottery Petition of James W. Johnson regarding a lottery to satisfy his

creditors. (25 supporting signatures)

Maury 1827 14

Lottery Petition from Covington Academy asking permission to hold a



Tipton 1827 244

Lottery, Bridge Petition from Davidson and Robertson Counties asking to hold a


Marvel Lowe.

Davidson,

Robertson

1827 79

Lottery, Bridge Petition from Smith and Jackson Counties asking to hold a lottery to

build a bridge at Smith’s Fork across Caney Fork River. (Many

signatures)

Smith, Jackson 1827 108

Lottery, Masonic Lodge Petition of the Knoxville Masonic Lodge asking permission to hold




Knox 1827 195

Lottery, Navigation Petition of sundry citizens asking to hold a lottery to be used for

improving navigation on the Hatchie River. (Many signatures.)

Haywood,

Hardeman,

Lauderdale

1827 184

Love, Daniel W. Petition from the town of Bolivar asking Daniel W. Love be

appointed auctioneer.

Hardeman 1827 93

Lowe, Marvel Petition from Davidson and Robertson Counties asking to hold a


Marvel Lowe.

Davidson,

Robertson

1827 79

Lowes, Oliver Petition of Thomas Ely complaining of unequal fines placed on those



Warren 1826 150

Lowrence, Elisha P. Petitions recommending Walter Scott, Elisha P. Lowrence, James G.



John Smith.

Hardeman 1827 297

Lowrey, John Petition of John Cocke, Thomas Whiteside, Jacob Kline, and John



Grainger 1827 199

Lowry, John Petition regarding land in the Hiwassee District set aside for the



Company.

Monroe 1827 89

Luster, Zachariah Petition regarding the heirs of John Weems and land in Greene

County. Named in petition: Zachariah Luster, James Pearce and

Jones Weems.

Greene 1826 44

Lynch, Mary Petition of Margaret S. Hamilton Dougherty asking for a divorce



1827 185

Lytle, Archebald Petition of James Blakemore regarding a land warrant. Named in


Martin Talley.

Obion 1827 131

Mackie, Benjamin Petition of Benjamin Mackie asking relief. Turned off school lands



McMinn 1827 178


Number

Maddox, Ammy Petition of Nathaniel Maddox asking for a divorce from his wife,



Cocke 1827 198

Maddox, Nathaniel Petition of Nathaniel Maddox asking for a divorce from his wife,



Cocke 1827 198

Mahone, Henry Petition if Meranda Mahone asking for a divorce from her husband,




Wayne 1827 60

Mahone, Meranda Petition if Meranda Mahone asking for a divorce from her husband,




Wayne 1827 60

Major, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Major’s Company recommending Lewis


Rutherford 1827 87

Maloney, Robert

(Captain)

Petition of Clement Reynolds asking compensation for gun lost in



Greene 1826 159

Mann, Stephen Petition of Capt. Maury’s Company recommending Stephen Mann


Smith 1827 125

Marion County,

boundaries



Hamilton,

Marion,

Bledsoe

1826 180

Marion County,

boundaries


county lines.

Bledsoe,

Marion,

Hamilton,

Rhea, Warren,

White

1827 252

Marlow, Joseph Petition of Joseph Marlow asking for a divorce from his wife Polly


Giles 1827 130

Marlow, Polly Lyrich Petition of Joseph Marlow asking for a divorce from his wife Polly


Giles 1827 130

Marr, G. W. L. Petition of G. W. L. Marr regarding a land grant. Davidson 1826 179

Marriage Petition of Alfred Harris (a negro) asking permission to marry a


Knox 1826 38

Martain, William

(Captain)





Hawkins 1826 46

Martin, Isaac Petition of William C. Britain, former jailer of White County, asking

for jailer fees. Named in petition: Isaac Martin.

White 1827 224

Martin, Isaac Petition from White County asking a pardon for Isaac Martin.

Named in petition: Warner Whitcliffe and Thomas Rash.

White 1827 289

Martin, Mary Statements by R. C. Hancock, (?) Bailey, William S. Webb and




Williamson 1827 236

Martin, Robert H. Petition from the town of Gallatin recommending William



Sumner 1827 84

Martin, Samuel N. Statements by R. C. Hancock, (?) Bailey, William S. Webb and




Williamson 1827 236

Massie, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Massie’s Company asking to change the location

of holding general musters (Militia).

Smith 1827 118

Matlock, Henry Petition of Henry Matlock, Isaac Anderson, and Thomas Geren



McMinn 1827 254

Maury, (Captain) Petition of Capt. Maury’s Company recommending Stephen Mann


Smith 1827 125

Maury, Philip Petition of Phillip Maury regarding the money for constructing


Hinchey Petway.

Williamson 1826 11

Maus, Willeo

(Cherokee Indian)

Petition of Thomas White, William Howard, William Taylor,





Private Acts of Tennessee 1827 Chapter 251, page 216, 217)

Monroe 1827 22

Mays, William Petition asking a law be passed authorizing payment of expenses for




Claghorn.

Claiborne,

Hawkins

1826 149

McAdams, Amos Petition from Capt. David Ray’s Company regarding the



McAdams.

Bedford 1826 93

McBath, James Petition of the Knoxville Masonic Lodge asking permission to hold




Knox 1827 195

McBath, Thomas Petition of Thomas McBath asking to hawk and peddle without a

license. Many supporting signatures.

Overton 1826 153

McCabe, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth McCabe asking for a divorce from her husband,


Knox 1827 296

McCabe, Stark Petition of Elizabeth McCabe asking for a divorce from her husband,


Knox 1827 296

McCallester, J. Letter of Robert H. McEwin asking for the passage of a bank law.



Lincoln 1826 141

McCann, William Petition from Lawrence County asking William McCann be granted

the right to hawk and peddle without a license.

Lawrence 1827 280

McCarver, William Petition asking a law be passed authorizing payment of expenses for




Claghorn.

Claiborne,

Hawkins

1826 149

McClatchy, John Petition of John McClatchy asking relief for expenses in a land suit.

Named in petition: Joseph Calaway, A. D. Grubb, and Hn. L. White.

McMinn 1827 160

McCollum, (Captain) Petition of Jacob Farris asking compensation for a gun lost in Indian



Greene 1826 160

McConico, L. B. Statement of William Denson, John Buchanan, J. Farrington & L. B.




5, page 121).

Williamson 1827 44

McConnell, Francis Petition of Capt. James W. Mobley’s Company recommending


Henry 1827 183

McConnico, Garner Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227


Number

McCrea, Duncan Petition of James Blakemore regarding a land warrant. Named in


Martin Talley.

Obion 1827 131

McCroskey, John

(Sheriff)

Petition of John McCroskey, sheriff of Monroe County, asking

compensation for collecting payments in Hiwassee District.

Monroe 1827 5

McCutchen, (Mr.) Petition of Miriam Porter asking to sell perishable property of estate


McCutchen.

Williamson 1827 207

McDonald, Archebald Petition of John McDonald asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucy



Warren 1827 165

McDonald, John Petition of John McDonald asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucy



Warren 1827 165

McDonald, Lucy Helton Petition of John McDonald asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucy



Warren 1827 165

McDonald, Willie

Guilford

Petition of Guilford Sullivan asking to change his name to Willie

Guilford McDonald.

1827 43

McEwen, John Petition on behalf of the firm of John McEwen and James McKainy

of Roane County asking a refund of a merchants tax paid to McMinn

County.

Roane,

McMinn

1827 85

McEwin, Robert H. Letter of Robert H. McEwin asking for the passage of a bank law.



Lincoln 1826 141

McGhee, Merriman Petition of Merriman McGhee regarding an improved land claim.


Monroe 1827 81

McIntosh, James Petition regarding land suits involving reservation land in Hiwassee


Monroe 1827 221

McKainy, James Petition on behalf of the firm of John McEwen and James McKainy


County.

Roane,

McMinn

1827 85

McKee, Isaac Petition of Capt. Dawson’s Company recommending Isaac McKee


Carroll 1827 55

McKennie, John W. Petition of John W. McKennie asking for a duplicate land warrant.


Davidson 1826 108

McKenzie, James H. Petition of Jesse Benton regarding a land warrant in the western



1827 241

McKinley, James Petition from citizens of eight counties regarding a turnpike road



16)

White, Smith,

Morgan,

Wilson,

Roane,

Overton,

Fentress,

Jackson

1826 4

McKinley, James Petition from White, Overton, Jackson, Smith and Wilson Counties




White,

Overton,

Jackson,

Smith, Wilson

1826 16

McKinza, Alexander Petitions recommending Albert Harper, Alexander McKinza, and



Hardeman 1827 301

McLemore, James Petition of Jacob Hackney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah



Knox 1827 219

McMackin, Thomas Petition from Fayette County recommending William F. Hodge be


McMackin.

Fayette 1827 32

McMackin, Thomas Petition from Fayette County recommending these men be appointed





Fayette 1827 34

McMeans. J. R. Letter of Robert H. McEwin asking for the passage of a bank law.



Lincoln 1826 141

McMinn County Petition from certain citizens of Rhea County asking for a change in

the Rhea and McMinn County line.

Rhea, McMinn 1826 194

McMinn County,

annexation

Petition from certain citizens of Rhea County asking to be annexed

to McMinn County. Named in petition: Asa Rowden.


McMinn County,

boundaries

Petition from Rhea County asking alleviation of law dividing Rhea

and McMinn Counties. (Legislative Report #1 - Petition titles only.)


McMinnville, TN Petition of Reuben Ross asking for a charter to construct a turnpike


White 1826 89

McNabb, David Petition of Taylor McNabb and William McNabb, executors of

David McNabb’s estate, regarding collection claims from Carter

County. Named in petition: Ezekiel Smith.

Carter 1827 6

McNabb, John Petition of Nathaniel Maddox asking for a divorce from his wife,



Cocke 1827 198

McNabb, Taylor Petition of Taylor McNabb and William McNabb, executors of

David McNabb’s estate, regarding collection claims from Carter Co .

Named in petition: Ezekiel Smith.

Carter 1827 6

McNabb, William Petition of Taylor McNabb and William McNabb, executors of



Carter 1827 6

McNary, (Judge) Petition of Howson Kenner asking compensation for services as




Hawkins 1826 46

McPherson, Joseph Report of W. Brown & Joseph McPherson, Commissioners of the


1826 12

McReynolds, James H. Petitions recommending Walter Scott, Elisha P. Lowrence, James G.



John Smith.

Hardeman 1827 297

Meigs, Return J. Petition of Nutty and Samuel Colville, administrators of the Estate of



McMinn 1827 253

Merritt, Samuel Petition from Capt. Warren’s Company recommending Archilies P.



Williamson 1827 233

Methodist Episcopal

Church

Petition asking that Mount Pleasant Meeting House - Methodist

Episcopal Church - be exept from taxes. Named in petition: H.

Clagett.

Hickman 1826 142

Militia Petition from residents of Cumberland mountain asking to form a

new Militia company.

White 1826 6

Militia Petition from citizens north of Forbidden River asking for a separate

militia company. Martin Wiggs & Jeremiah F. Rust named in

petition.

Madison 1826 8

Militia Petition from Dickson County regarding the election of Regimental

Field Officers of the Militia.

Dickson 1826 164

Militia Petition from Maury County opposed to division of present Militia

Regiment.

Maury 1826 168

Militia Petition from Iron Works Proprietors asking that their employees be

exempt from military duty.

1827 9

Militia Petition from Capt. Massie’s Company asking to change the location

of holding general musters (Militia).

Smith 1827 118


Number

Militia Petition asking to change the location of holding general musters

(Militia).

Smith 1827 118

Militia Laws Petition of Cavalry Officers of Williamson County asking changes in

Militia Law regarding Cavalry Musters.

Williamson 1826 109

Militia, 17th Regiment Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Militia, 17th Regiment Petition of some members of the 72nd Regiment under Capt.


Wilson 1827 240

Militia, 38th Regiment Petition to divide the 38th Militia Regiment asking to form a new

regiment and for permission to hold an election of officers.

Humphreys 1826 147

Militia, 3rd Regiment Petition from Officers of the 3rd and 90th Regiments regarding

uniforms.

1827 159

Militia, 42nd Regiment Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Militia, 68th Regiment Petition from citizens on the East side of Tennessee River in Perry

County asking for a division of the 68th Regiment (Militia).

Perry 1827 47

Militia, 6th Regiment Petition from officers of the 6th Regiment asking that fines collected

be applied to regiment expenses.

1827 264

Militia, 72nd Regiment Petition of some members of the 72nd Regiment under Capt.


Wilson 1827 240

Militia, 77th Regiment Petition of Commissioned Officers of the 77th Militia Regiment

regarding regimental and battalion musters.

Sumner 1827 12

Militia, 90th Regiment Petition from Officers of the 3rd and 90th Regiments regarding

uniforms.

1827 159

Militia, 99th Regiment Petition from officers and citizen soldiers of the 99th Regiment, 13th

Brigade, Tenn. Militia asking that they not be included in the new

15th Brigade being established in Carroll and Henderson Counties.

Carroll,

Henderson

1827 52

Militia, First Regiment Petition from officers of the First Regiment, Tenn. Militia asking

change in time of battalion musters.

Washington 1827 168

Mill Petition of Samuel Allen asking to keep mill/dam on Nolichucky

River.

Greene 1826 56

Mill Petition concerning the removal of a mill/dam of Christian Morrell




63)

Hawkins 1826 57

Mill Petition of John Brabson regarding his mill on the French Broad

River.

Jefferson 1826 60

Mill Petition from citizens of Bedford County asking that James &


Bedford 1826 62

Mill Petition of Christian Morrell concerning the removal of his mill/dam


Hawkins 1826 63

Mill Petition from the town of Paris asking to remove two mills on Sandy


dams on this river.

Henry 1827 19

Mill Petition of Charles Crutchfield asking permission to sell a mill


Thomas children.

Henry 1827 33

Mill Petition from Carroll County asking that mills/dams be prohibited on


Carroll 1827 51

Mill Petition from Hardeman County asking John Shepherd be granted

land on Piney Creek to build a mill.

Hardeman 1827 94

Mill Petition from Hardeman County asking the repeal of an act


Hardeman 1827 95

Mill Petition of citizens of Weakley County regarding John W. Rogers

and a mill on Mud Creek.

Weakley 1827 155

Mill Petition from Weakley County regarding land for a mill near

Dresden.

Weakley 1827 245

Mill Petition of Deliverance Gray asking for 25 acres to build a mill on


Wayne 1827 260

Mill Petition asking the John and William Ellis be permitted to build a


Sevier 1827 303

Mill Petition of John Cannon regarding a mill. Named in petition: George

Gordon.

Greene 1827 304

Mill Petition from Henderson County asking that George Reeves be

permitted to build a mill.

Henderson 1827 306

Miller, Alex Petition of Mary Carson Wise asking for a divorce from her



Lawrence 1827 276

Miller, Alice Petition of Noah Miller asking for a divorce from his wife, Alice


Grainger 1827 138

Miller, Noah Petition of Noah Miller asking for a divorce from his wife, Alice


Grainger 1827 138

Mills Point, TN Petition from Weakley County asking for a turnpike road from


Weakley 1827 158

Minton, (Captain) Petition of Capt. Minton’s Company recommending James Ralston


Shelby 1827 18

Mitchell, J. C. Petition of J. C. Mitchell accusing land speculators of fraud in the

settling of Indian lands in McMinn County.

McMinn 1826 13

Mitchell, J. C.

(Congressman)

Memorial of Gideon Morgan Jr. and John Walker regarding efforts




1826 14

Mitchell, John Petition of John Mitchell and Wiley Belsher asking compensation


Marion 1826 110

Mitchell, John Petition from Fayette County recommending these men be appointed





Fayette 1827 34

Mitchell, Levin B. Petition from Fayette County recommending these men be appointed





Fayette 1827 34

Mitchell, W. Mark Petition of Howson Kenner asking compensation for services as




Hawkins 1826 46

Mitia Report of Thomas Hardman, Clerk of the Court of Pleas & Quarters,



Col. Swanson.

Williamson 1826 104

Mobley, James W.

(Captain)

Petition of Capt. James W. Mobley’s Company recommending


Henry 1827 183

Moffitt, (Captain) Petition of Capt. Moffitt’s Company recommending James Hopkins


Carroll 1827 58

Montgomery, Anthony

N.

Petition of Anthony N. Montgomery asking a refund of money paid

for failing to appear for jury duty.

Campbell 1826 95

Montgomery, John Petition of John Montgomery seeking relief from court cost in land


Blount 1826 65

Montgomery, John Petition of John Montgomery asking refund of court cost. Named in


Blount 1827 90


Number

Montgomery, William Petition of Thomas White, William Howard, William Taylor,






Monroe 1827 22

Montgomery, William Petition from the town of Gallatin recommending William



Sumner 1827 84

Monument Petition from citizens opposed to use of state monies for erecting a

monument to General Robertson.

1827 270

Moore, Andrew Petition from Lincoln County asking law be passed authorizing sale

of real estate of Andrew Moon, deceased.

Lincoln 1827 246

Moore, Ann E. Parks Petition of Samuel Moore asking for a divorce from his wife, Ann E.



Roane 1827 13

Moore, John Petition from Capt. Smith’s Company recommending John A.




Weakley 1827 170

Moore, John H. Petition of Tawner Wisdom claiming occupant’s rights to land.

Named in petition: James Summers. Statement by John H. Moore.

Weakley 1827 173

Moore, Samuel Petition of Samuel Moore asking for a divorce from his wife, Ann E.



Roane 1827 13

Moore, William

(Colonel)

Letters from George Cunningham to Col. William Moore regarding


Lincoln 1826 140

Morgan County Petition from sundry citizens of Morgan, Fentress and Campbell


Fentress,

Morgan,

Campbell

1826 90

Morgan County Petition from Morgan County regarding the location of the County

seat.

Morgan 1826 106

Morgan County,

annexation

Petition from some citizens of Morgan County asking they be

annexed part to Fentress County.

Fentress,

Morgan

1826 91

Morgan County, Seat of

Justice

Petition asking to repeal the law changing seat of justice.

(Legislative Report # 1. Petition titles only)

Morgan 1826 136

Morgan, Gideon Jr. Memorial of Gideon Morgan Jr. and John Walker regarding efforts




1826 14

Morr, Matthew

(Captain)

Petition of Capt. Matthew Morr’s Company recommending David


McNairy 1827 229

Morrell, Christian Petition concerning the removal of a mill/dam of Christian Morrell




63)

Hawkins 1826 57

Morrell, Christian Petition of Christian Morrell concerning the removal of his mill/dam


Hawkins 1826 63

Mosely, Hannah Petition of Lena Grubbs asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1826 100

Mosely, James H. Petition of Thomas Ely complaining of unequal fines placed on those


Lowes (?), Moses Norman, William M. French and James H.

Mosely.

Warren 1826 150

Mosley, Gilley Petition of Gilley Mosley and heirs of Tart Mosley regarding the sale



Warren 1827 166

Mosley, James Petition of Gilley Mosley and heirs of Tart Mosley regarding the sale



Warren 1827 166

Mosley, Sally Petition of Gilley Mosley and heirs of Tart Mosley regarding the sale



Warren 1827 166

Mosley, Tart Petition of Gilley Mosley and heirs of Tart Mosley regarding the sale



Warren 1827 166

Moss, Dandridge Petition of Margaret Mulherrin, executrix of James Mulherrin,



Davidson 1826 39

Mud Creek Petition of citizens of Weakley County regarding John W. Rogers


Weakley 1827 155

Mulherrin, James Petition of Margaret Mulherrin, executrix of James Mulherrin,



Davidson 1826 39

Mulherrin, Margaret Petition of Margaret Mulherrin, executrix of James Mulherrin,



Davidson 1826 39

Mullins, Flower Petition of William Higgins, Jonathan Bernard & Flower Mullins



Hawkins 1826 21

Murfreesboro, TN Receipts for moving State of Tennessee seat of Government from

Murfreesboro to Nashville.

Rutherford,

Davidson

1826 151

Murphey, Alexander Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Murphy, Daniel Petition of Daniel Murphey and others asking to retain fish traps on

Holston River. (22 supporting signatures.)

1826 55

Murphy, Edward Petition of Capt. John Bowman’s Company recommending Edward


Esquire

Greene 1826 190

Murphy, Robert Petition of Elizabeth McCabe asking for a divorce from her husband,


Knox 1827 296

Murray, (Captain) Petition of Capt. Murray’s Company recommending John B. Hughes


resigned.

Smith 1827 126

Murray, William H. Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the




Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Musgrove, Lucy Petition of Luck Musgrove asking for a divorce from her husband,




Campbell 1826 53

Musgrove, Wilson Petition of Luck Musgrove asking for a divorce from her husband,




Campbell 1826 53

Nail Manufacturing

Company

Petition regarding payment of interest due on a loan used by Elijah

Embree to start a Nail Manufacturing Company.

1826 92


Number

Name Change Petition from Humphreys County asking Sampson, a free man of



Humphreys 1826 94

Name Change Petition of Alexander Bull asking to change his name to Richard

Alexander.

1826 122

Name Change Petition of Guilford Sullivan asking to change his name to Willie

Guilford McDonald.

1827 43

Name Change Petition of Susannah Creemer asking to change his name to William

Creemer.

Greene 1827 275

Nancy Academy Report from the trustees of Nancy Academy at Sevierville. Sevier 1827 192

Nashville Bridge

Company

Petition of Nashville Bridge Company asking permission to hold


Davidson 1826 172

Nashville Museum Petition from certain citizens asking for an appropriation of money

to assist in the establishment of a museum at Nashville.

Davidson 1826 32

Nashville, TN Receipts for moving State of Tennessee seat of Government from


Rutherford,

Davidson

1826 151

Nave, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Nave’s Company recommending Benjamin


Carter 1827 102

Navigation Petition of Spencer Payne and Benjamin Porter regarding navigation

of Rivers of Western District.

Dyer 1826 162

Navigation Petition from Fayette County regarding navigation of Wolfe River. Fayette 1827 96

Navigation Request of John D. Delacy to be contacted to improve Tenn. River

for navigation from Hawkins County to Ala.-Tenn. line.

1827 137

Navigation Petition from Bedford and Maury County regarding navigation on

the Duck River.

Bedford,

Smith

1827 307

Navigation Petition from Smith County regarding the regulation of fish traps and

dams on Smith Fork of Caney Fork River.

Smith 1827 308

Navigation Petition from Blount County asking obstructions to navigation be

removed on Little River.

Blount 1827 309

Negro, Cinthea Petition of Elizabeth A. Collier regarding the sale of property to



Henderson 1826 99

Negro, Martin Petition of Elizabeth A. Collier regarding the sale of property to



Henderson 1826 99

Negro, Tom Petition of Elizabeth A. Collier regarding the sale of property to



Henderson 1826 99

Nelson, (Colonel) Letter of Robert H. McEwin asking for the passage of a bank law.



Lincoln 1826 141

Nelson, John R. Petition of the Knoxville Masonic Lodge asking permission to hold




Knox 1827 195

Nettles, John A. Petition from Capt. Smith’s Company recommending John A.




Weakley 1827 170

Newland, Eli Petition of Eli Newland asking permission to hawk and peddle

without a license.

Cocke 1827 217

Newman, Jonathan Petition from Marion County asking Jonathan Newman, James




Marion 1827 250

Nichols, John Petition from Capt. Warren’s Company recommending Archilies P.



Williamson 1827 233

Nichols, John W. Statement of Elijah Truett regarding a divorce of Snodon Hickman



1, Page 110)

Wilson 1827 294

Nichols, Samuel

(Captain)

Petitions recommending Albert Harper, Alexander McKinza, and



Hardeman 1827 301

Nixon, Henry Report of Henry Nixon regarding the entry takers of the 12th

District.

Hickman,

Perry

1827 157

Nolichucky River Petition of Samuel Allen asking to keep mill/dam on Nolichucky

River.

Greene 1826 56

Norman, Moses Petition of Thomas Ely complaining of unequal fines placed on those



Warren 1826 150

Norman, Thomas Petition of Thomas Norman asking permission to peddle liquor

without a license.

Davidson 1827 8

North Carolina, road Petition from Carter County regarding the construction of a road to

North Carolina

Carter 1826 27

North Carolina, road Report of the commissioners appointed to plan the road from

Washington County to North Carolina.

Washington 1826 36

North Carolina, road Petition of the commissioners of Cocke, Sevier, Jefferson and Knox

counties regarding the building of a road from North Carolina.

Cocke, Knox,

Sevier,

Jefferson

1826 119

North Carolina, road Petition from Washington County to open road from Jonesborough

to North Carolina

Washington 1826 163

Obion River Petition from Carroll County asking that mills/dams be prohibited on


Carroll 1827 51

Odel, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Odel’s Company recommending the appointment


Fentress 1826 49

Officer, Robert Petition of Robert Officer asking that he no longer be held liable for



135, 136)

Bledsoe 1826 22

Oguin, William Petition from Stewart County recommending William Oguine for

Justice of the Peace. Named in petition: Alexander Brown.

Stewart 1827 77

Oliver, Daniel Petition from Capt. Peter Coble’s Company recommending Daniel


Brown, resigned.

Perry 1827 129

Oliver, Francis

(Captain)

Petition of James W. Smith regarding the estate of John Owen.



Smith 1827 78

Oliver, Mary Petition of James W. Smith regarding the estate of John Owen.



Smith 1827 78

Oury, Marius Petition asking that Marius Oury be given relief from fine. Campbell 1826 156

Outhouse, Israel F. Petition from Capt. Smith’s Company recommending John A.




Weakley 1827 170

Outlaw, Alexander Petition of James Bradford, sheriff of Jefferson County, regarding


Jefferson 1826 26

Owen, Daniel Petition of James W. Smith regarding the estate of John Owen.



Smith 1827 78

Owen, John Petition of James W. Smith regarding the estate of John Owen.



Smith 1827 78

Owen, John Dr. Petition of James W. Smith regarding the estate of John Owen.



Smith 1827 78


Number

Owens, Francis Petition of Rebecca Owens asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1827 31

Owens, Rebecca Petition of Rebecca Owens asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1827 31

Pane, John Petition of John Pane asking to build a turnpike road over



Warren 1827 164

Pardon Petition from Bledsoe County asking a pardon for John Holman who


Bledsoe 1826 23

Pardon Petition from Williamson County asking that John J. Ellis be granted

a pardon.

Williamson 1826 103

Pardon Petition from White County asking a pardon for Isaac Martin.


White 1827 289

Paris, Thomas Petition regarding a turnpike road being constructed by Jesse Savage




Warren 1827 261

Parker, Noah Petition from Lawrenceburg asking that Noah Parker be allowed to


Lawrence 1826 116

Parman, Emanuel Petition regarding a grant for a turnpike road given to William




Greene 1827 147

Pasinger, George Petition of John Hale asking for a divorce from his wife, Anna


1827 69

Patrol Law Petition from Robertson County to amend Patrol Law. Robertson 1826 146

Patton, John Petition from Sullivan County recommending Daniel Brainsetter,


Sullivan 1827 3

Payne, Spencer Petition of Spencer Payne and Benjamin Porter regarding navigation


Dyer 1826 162

Pearce, Elizabeth Petition of Isaac and Elizabeth Pearce asking for a divorce. Named



Sumner 1826 154

Pearce, Isaac Petition of Isaac and Elizabeth Pearce asking for a divorce. Named



Sumner 1826 154

Pearce, James Petition regarding the heirs of John Weems and land in Greene


Jones Weems.

Greene 1826 44

Pennywell, Jonathan Petition of Jonathan and William Pennywell asking for money from


1826 144

Pennywell, William Petition of Jonathan and William Pennywell asking for money from


1826 144

Penticuff, Jacob Petition of Captain Thomas Keyes Company recommending Robert



Lawrence 1826 114

Perkins, Adam

(Captain)

Petition from Capt. Adam Perkins’ Company recommending



Henry 1827 243

Perkins, Henry Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her






Giles 1827 132

Perkins, John B. Petition regarding a turnpike road being constructed by Jesse Savage




Warren 1827 261

Perkins, Thomas H. Petition of Thomas H. Perkins asking for a duplicate land warrant.


Wilson,

Rutherford

1827 267

Perry County Petition of citizens of Perry County North and East of Tennessee

River asking they be made a new county.

Perry 1826 191

Perry, Allen Petition of Jacob Hackney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah



Knox 1827 219

Perry, Burrell Petition of Willis Privett asking for a divorce from his wife, Delila



Smith 1827 27

Petway, Himnchey Petition of Phillip Maury regarding the money for constructing


Hinchey Petway.

Williamson 1826 11

Phillips, Elizabeth Still Petition of William Phillips asking for a divorce from his wife,



Campbell 1827 274

Phillips, William Petition of William Phillips asking for a divorce from his wife,



Campbell 1827 274

Pickett, Letty Petition of Letty Pickett asking for a divorce from her husband,

William Pickett.

McMinn 1826 81

Pickett, William Petition of Letty Pickett asking for a divorce from her husband,

William Pickett.

McMinn 1826 81

Piney Creek Petition from Hardeman County asking John Shepherd be granted


Hardeman 1827 94

Polk, Thomas Petition of W. H. Buchanan regarding land. Named in petition:


Lawrence 1826 50

Poor House Petition from Maury County asking permission to establish a poor

house.

Maury 1827 66

Porter, Benjamin Petition of Spencer Payne and Benjamin Porter regarding navigation


Dyer 1826 162

Porter, Jno. Petition of Miriam Porter asking to sell perishable property of estate


McCutchen.

Williamson 1827 207

Porter, Miriam Petition of Miriam Porter asking to sell perishable property of estate


McCutchen.

Williamson 1827 207

Porter, Thomas Petition of Thomas Porter and William H. Hughtell, executors of the



1827 242

Pound, (Captain) Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Powers, Thomas Petition of Capt. Shane’s Company recommending the appointments




Shelby 1827 17

Price, Charles Petition of William Cobb, Charles Price, Mitchel Harper, John



River.

Knox 1826 61

Price, John Petition of John Price regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:


1826 192

Price, Thompson M. Petition from the Town of Purdy recommending Thomas Lane be


McNairy 1827 271


Number

Price, William Petition from Williamson County asking William Price be permitted

to hawk and peddle without a license.

Williamson 1827 167

Privett, Delila Perry Petition of Willis Privett asking for a divorce from his wife, Delila



Smith 1827 27

Privett, Willis Petition of Willis Privett asking for a divorce from his wife, Delila



Smith 1827 27

Pugsley, Dr. Petition of Bridget Clifford asking for a divorce from her husband,


Davidson 1827 91

Purdy, TN Petition from the town of Purdy asking they be incorporated. McNairy 1827 212

Quinn, John Petition of Capt. Jesse Smith’s Company recommending John Quinn


Hamilton 1827 206

Quorum Court Petition from Williamson County asking they be permitted to revive

the Quorum Court in their county.

Williamson 1826 120

Quorum Court Petition from Maury County asking permission to establish a

Quorum Court in their county and reasonable compensation to those


Maury 1826 171

Quorum Court Petition from Smith County asking to establish a Quorum Court

system.

Smith 1827 41

Ragsdale, David Petition of David Ragsdale asking relief from taxes on his turnpike

road. Also asks that all turnpike roads be exempted from taxation.

1826 78

Ragsdale, Donisus Petition of Jeremiah Dial, William Knott, Farwick Frasier, Donisus



Bedford 1826 96

Ragsdale, Edward Petition of Thomas White, William Howard, William Taylor,






Monroe 1827 22

Railroad Petition from East Tennessee proposing a plan to connect the waters


1827 162

Ralston, James Petition of Capt. Minton’s Company recommending James Ralston


Shelby 1827 18

Ralston, John

(Surveyor)

Petition of Jacob Tipton regarding a land grant originally issued to


included in folder.

Shelby 1826 148 a.

Ralston, Samuel Petition of Samuel Ralston asking for a divorce from his wife,



Fayette 1827 35

Ralston, Susan Isaack Petition of Samuel Ralston asking for a divorce from his wife,



Fayette 1827 35

Ramsay, William B. A. Petition of the Knoxville Masonic Lodge asking permission to hold




Knox 1827 195

Rankin, William Petition from trustees of Rhea Academy regarding funds for the



Greene 1826 130

Rash, Thomas Petition from White County asking a pardon for Isaac Martin.


White 1827 289

Ray, David (Captain) Petition from Capt. David Ray’s Company regarding the



McAdams.

Bedford 1826 93

Read, George Petition asking that George and Stephen Read be required to furnish

groceries for produce for one year.

Bledsoe 1826 112

Read, Stephen Petition asking that George and Stephen Read be required to furnish

groceries for produce for one year.

Bledsoe 1826 112

Reagan, Harry Petition of William Evans asking compensation for gun lost in




and John Reagan.

Overton 1827 109

Reagan, John Petition of William Evans asking compensation for gun lost in




and John Reagan.

Overton 1827 109

Redden, Rebecca Petition of Samuel Littleton asking a refund of land entry money.

Named in petition: Rebecca Redden.

Roane 1826 126

Reed, Jackson Petition of Sherwood Reese asking relief of fine and court cost.

Named in petition: Jackson Reed.

McMinn 1827 235

Reed, James Report of Thomas Hardman, Clerk of the Court of Pleas & Quarters,



Col. Swanson.

Williamson 1826 104

Reese, Sherwood Petition of Sherwood Reese asking relief of fine and court cost.

Named in petition: Jackson Reed.

McMinn 1827 235

Reeves, George Petition from Henderson County asking that George Reeves be

permitted to build a mill.

Henderson 1827 306

Reeves, John L. Petition from Capt. Thomas Trout’s Company recommending John

L. Reeves be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Henry 1827 288

Reeves, Peter Petition from Hardeman County asking the repeal of an act


Hardeman 1827 95

Relief, Court Cost Petition of John Montgomery seeking relief from court cost in land


Blount 1826 65

Relief, Fine Petition of Micajah Armstrong asking relief from a fine. Named in


Warren 1826 174

Relief, Fine Petition of Peter Leneham asking relief from fine. Lincoln 1827 285

Relief, Land Petition of Martha Cunningham asking relief from sale of land.


Rutherford 1826 188

Relief, Land Grant Petition of Reuben Roberts, Revolutionary War soldier, asking relief

by a grant of land.

Warren 1827 182

Rey, James Petition of Sylvanus Hinds regarding land. Named in petition: James

Rey and John Hinds.

Roane 1827 105

Reynolds, Clement Petition of Clement Reynolds asking compensation for gun lost in



Greene 1826 159

Reynolds, Elisha Petition of Gilley Mosley and heirs of Tart Mosley regarding the sale



Warren 1827 166

Reynolds, Elizabeth

Biggs

Petition of Elizabeth Biggs Reynolds asking for a divorce from her


Hawkins 1826 71

Reynolds, Hiram Petition of Elizabeth Biggs Reynolds asking for a divorce from her


Hawkins 1826 71

Reynolds, Jane Petition of Jane Reynolds regarding land occupants laws in Western


Shelby 1826 51

Reynolds, Jesse Petition from Captain Joseph South’s Company asking Jesse


Franklin 1826 105

Reynolds, William Petition regarding a grant for a turnpike road given to William




Greene 1827 147

Reynoldsburg, TN Petition of Henry M. Johnson asking compensation for his services


in 1815.

Humphreys 1826 101


Number

Rhea Academy Petition from trustees of Rhea Academy regarding funds for the



Greene 1826 130

Rhea County,

annexation

Petition from certain citizens of Rhea County asking to be annexed

to McMinn County. Named in petition: Asa Rowden.


Rhea County,

boundaries

Petition from Rhea County asking alleviation of law dividing Rhea

and McMinn Counties. (Legislative Report #1 - Petition titles only.)


Rhea County,

boundaries

Petition from certain citizens of Rhea County asking for a change in

the Rhea and McMinn County line.


Rhea County,

boundaries


county lines.

Bledsoe,

Marion,

Hamilton,

Rhea, Warren,

White

1827 252

Rice, Mary Petition of Mary Rice asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

White 1827 191

Rice, Theoderick B. Petition from White County recommending John W. Ford be


resigned.

White 1827 265

Richards, Susana Petition of Cela Hamrick Suttles asking for a divorce from her



signatures.)

McMinn 1827 181

Richardson, Nathan Petition from Capt. Stokes Company recommending William



Sullivan 1827 119

Riddle, James Petition from Bledsoe County asking a pardon for John Holman who


Bledsoe 1826 23

Ridley, George Petition of Howson Kenner asking compensation for services as




Hawkins 1826 46

Riley, Looney

(Cherokee Indian)

Petition of Uriah Allison regarding land purchased in the Hiwassee


Cherokee Nation.

Roane 1826 31

Rives, James G. Petitions recommending Walter Scott, Elisha P. Lowrence, James G.



John Smith.

Hardeman 1827 297

Roane County,

annexation

Petition of Robert Burk asking to be attached to Roane County


Roane,

Bledsoe

1826 88

Robbins, Elijah D. Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the




Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Robert Long Petition of John Harris and Robert Long regarding their fish traps on

Holston River.

Grainger 1826 58

Roberts, Joanna Petition of Elizabeth Dennis asking for a divorce from her husband,



Overton 1826 152

Roberts, Levi C. Commissioner and trustees of Shelbyville Female Academy

requesting a Charter of Incorporation. Named in petition: Levi C.

Roberts

Bedford 1826 9

Roberts, Reuben Petition of Reuben Roberts, Revolutionary War soldier, asking relief

by a grant of land.

Warren 1827 182

Robertson, (General) Petition from citizens opposed to use of state monies for erecting a

monument to General Robertson.

1827 270

Robertson, Julius C. N. Petition of Julius C. N. Robertson asking for extended time to collect

taxes.

Hardeman 1827 292

Robertson, Alfred Petition of Elizabeth Dennis asking for a divorce from her husband,



Overton 1826 152

Robertson, George Petition of William Evans asking compensation for gun lost in




and John Reagan.

Overton 1827 109

Robertson, Julius C. N. Petition of Julius C. N. Robertson regarding a land warrant. Named



Hardeman 1827 161

Robertson, William Petition of Samuel Ralston asking for a divorce from his wife,



Fayette 1827 35

Robins, Benjamin Petition of Capt. Shane’s Company recommending the appointments




Shelby 1827 17

Robinson, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Robinson’s Company recommending Joseph H.


Monroe 1827 144

Robinson, Comfort Petition of Comfort Robinson asking for a divorce from her husband,


Claiborne 1827 140

Robinson, William Petition of Comfort Robinson asking for a divorce from her husband,


Claiborne 1827 140

Rockhold, William Petition of William Rockhold regarding an appeal in the case of

Crap & Looney vs. Rockhold.

Sullivan 1827 63

Rodgers, James Petition of James Rodgers asking permission to build a turnpike

road.

Warren 1826 167

Rogers, John W. Petition of citizens of Weakley County regarding John W. Rogers


Weakley 1827 155

Rogers, Matthew Petition of Lemuel B. Lesenby’s Company asking that Matthew


Allen (resigned).

1826 40

Rone, Woodward Petition of Woodward Rone regarding land. Henderson 1827 134

Rose, Hugh Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Ross, (Captain) Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Ross, A. Petition of A. Ross asking for a law to protect his bridge from

damage by public usage.

Sullivan 1826 184

Ross, Frederick A. Petition from Sullivan and Hawkins Counties regarding U. S. Mail

carrier paying toll over Ross Road. Named in petition: Frederick A.

Ross.

Sullivan,

Hawkins

1827 61

Ross, John Petition of Michael C. Dunn, Sheriff asking compensation for

expenses incurred to transport a prisoner, John Ross, from Nashville

to the Winchester District.

Davidson 1827 72


Number

Ross, John Petitions recommending John Ross and James Strain be appointed as


and Thomas Barnes.

White 1827 283

Ross, Randolph Petitions from White County recommending John Gillentine, Jesse



White 1827 266

Ross, Reuben Petition of Reuben Ross asking for a charter to construct a turnpike


White 1826 89

Rowden, Asa Petition from certain citizens of Rhea County asking to be annexed

to McMinn Co . Named in petition: Asa Rowden.


Royster, Joshua Petition of James Taylor asking compensation for appearing as a


Allen Gillespie.

Greene 1826 30

Ruggle, Daniel (Jailer) Petition from Marion County asking relief be given to Daniel Ruggle

for keeping John Holman in his jail for Bledsoe County.

Bledsoe,

Marion

1827 176

Rupill, David Petition regarding land in the Hiwassee District set aside for the



Company.

Monroe 1827 89

Russell, E. Petition of Andrew Hynes regarding a refund of tax money. Letter

from E. Russell enclosed in folder.

Franklin 1827 10

Rust, Jeremiah F. Petition from citizens north of Forbidden River asking for a separate


petition.

Madison 1826 8

Rutherford County Petition from Rutherford County asking a change in county courts. Rutherford 1827 113

Rutherford Fork Petition from Carroll County asking that mills/dams be prohibited on


Carroll 1827 51

Salt Water Petition of Jeremiah Dial, William Knott, Farwick Frasier, Donisus



Bedford 1826 96

Sandy River Petition from the town of Paris asking to remove two mills on Sandy


dams on this river.

Henry 1827 19

Savage, Jesse Petition of John Pane asking to build a turnpike road over



Warren 1827 164

Savage, Jesse Petition regarding a turnpike road being constructed by Jesse Savage




Warren 1827 261

School Land Petition of Nimrod Dodson regarding school land. Named in


Warren 1827 186

School Land Petition of Hanry Carter asking permission to live on school land

rent free.

Lincoln 1827 196

School Land Petition from Monroe County regarding school lands and the

appointment of new commissioners.

Monroe 1827 238

School Land Petition of Samuel Campbell asking to be released from paying rent

on school lands. Named in petition: Benjamin Clements

Lincoln 1827 293

Scoggins, Jesse Petitions from White County recommending John Gillentine, Jesse



White 1827 266

Scott, Robert Petition of Captain Thomas Keyes Company recommending Robert



Lawrence 1826 114

Scott, Walter Petitions recommending Walter Scott, Elisha P. Lowrence, James G.



John Smith.

Hardeman 1827 297

Scott, William Petition of William Scott regarding the estate of James Simpson.


Knox 1826 158

Secretary of State Resolution directing the Secretary of State to adjudicate certain land

claims.

1826 143

Sellers, Edward Petition from Edward Sellers asking compensation for an executed


Smith 1827 110

Sevier County,

annexation

Petition from the northern corner of Sevier County asking to be


Sevier,

Jefferson

1826 17

Sevier County,

annexation

Petition from citizens on the north side of Bay Mountain in Sevier

County asking to be annexed to Jefferson County.

Sevier,

Jefferson

1827 193

Sevier, Val Petition from trustees of Rhea Academy regarding funds for the



Greene 1826 130

Shane, (Captain) Petition of Capt. Shane’s Company recommending the appointments




Shelby 1827 17

Shankles, (Captain) Petitions recommending John Ross and James Strain be appointed as


and Thomas Barnes.

White 1827 283

Shaw, Thomas Petition from Capt. Burleson’s Company recommending Thomas


Hardeman 1827 299

Shaw, Timothy Petition from Hardeman County recommending Timothy Shaw for


Hardeman 1827 298

Shelbyville Female

Academy

Commissioner and trustees of Shelbyville Female Academy

requesting a Charter of Incorporation. Named in petition: Levi C.

Roberts

Bedford 1826 9

Shelton, Jesse Petition of Capt. Robert Exum’s Company recommending Jesse


Davidson 1826 176

Shelton, Levi Petition of Levi Shelton asking permission to hawk and peddle

without a license.

Perry 1827 128

Sheppard, John Petition from Hardeman County asking John Shepherd be granted


Hardeman 1827 94

Shields, James Petition of Jacob Farris asking compensation for a gun lost in Indian



Greene 1826 160

Shoemaker, Francis Petition from Capt. Thomas Hazzlewood’s Company recommending


Hardeman 1827 209

Short, James Petition of James Short regarding stay of execution. Jackson 1827 214

Simms, Walter Petition regarding land of Thomas Johnson sold for taxes. Named in


Hawkins 1826 117

Simpson, James Petition of William Scott regarding the estate of James Simpson.


Knox 1826 158

Simpson, John W. Petition from citizens of eight counties regarding a turnpike road



16)

White, Smith,

Morgan,

Wilson,

Roane,

Overton,

Fentress,

Jackson

1826 4

Simpson, John W. Petition from White, Overton, Jackson, Smith and Wilson Counties




White,

Overton,

Jackson,

Smith, Wilson

1826 16

Simpson, Thomas Petition of Thomas Simpson regarding the registering of land.

Named in petition: John Tate.

Overton 1827 135

Slaughter, John Petition from Hardeman County recommending John Slaughter be


Hardeman 1827 210

Slave, Catherine Petition of Joshua Hadley regarding emancipation of certain slaves.



1827 20


Number

Slave, Clinton Petition of Joshua Hadley regarding emancipation of certain slaves.



1827 20

Slave, Daniel Petition from Edward Sellers asking compensation for an executed


Smith 1827 110

Slave, Nelly Petition of Joshua Hadley regarding emancipation of certain slaves.



1827 20

Slave, Phill Petition of Joshua Hadley regarding emancipation of certain slaves.



1827 20

Slave, Silvey Petition of Joshua Hadley regarding emancipation of certain slaves.



1827 20

Slave, Stephen Petition of Joshua Hadley regarding emancipation of certain slaves.



1827 20

Slave, Washington Petition of Joshua Hadley regarding emancipation of certain slaves.



1827 20

Smalin, Robert M. Petition of Robert M. Smalin regarding land that he had occupied

that was later given to James Wear by an act of the legislature.

(Many signatures)

Monroe 1827 141

Small, Henry Petition from Covington Academy asking permission to hold a



Tipton 1827 244

Smith, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Smith’s Company recommending John A.




Weakley 1827 170

Smith, Bowling Petition of Jacob Hackney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah



Knox 1827 219

Smith, Ezekiel Petition of Taylor McNabb and William McNabb, executors of



Carter 1827 6

Smith, Frederick Petition of Frederick Smith asking for a divorce from his wife,


Campbell 1827 272

Smith, George Petition from Wilson County asking to form a new militia company.




Thomas Kinsiner.

Wilson 1826 125

Smith, James H. Petition of Mille Stout Smith asking for a divorce from her husband,

James H. Smith.

Roane 1827 92

Smith, James W. Petition of James W. Smith regarding the estate of John Owen.



Smith 1827 78

Smith, Jesse (Captain) Petition of Capt. Jesse Smith’s Company recommending John Quinn


Hamilton 1827 206

Smith, John Petition of Margaret Smith asking for a divorce from her husband,

John Smith.

McMinn 1827 248

Smith, John (Captain) Petitions recommending Walter Scott, Elisha P. Lowrence, James G.



John Smith.

Hardeman 1827 297

Smith, Margaret Petition of Margaret Smith asking for a divorce from her husband,

John Smith.

McMinn 1827 248

Smith, Mille Stout Petition of Mille Stout Smith asking for a divorce from her husband,

James H. Smith.

Roane 1827 92

Smith, Nancy Hoover Petition of Frederick Smith asking for a divorce from his wife,


Campbell 1827 272

Smith, Samuel Petition asking relief from court cost for heirs of John Grizzily.

Named in petition: Samuel Smith.

Hawkins 1827 149

Smith, Thomas

(Esquire)

Petition of Capt. John Bowman’s Company recommending Edward


Esquire

Greene 1826 190

Smith, William Petition of Phillip Maury regarding the money for constructing


Hinchey Petway.

Williamson 1826 11

Smith, William Petition of Christopher Brooks asking for a refund paid to the state


Hitchcock.

Davidson 1827 4

Smith, William Petition of William Smith asking authorization to hawk and peddle

without a license.

McMinn 1827 249

Smith, William

(Captain)

Petition from Capt. William Smith’s Company recommending



Sumner 1827 83

Snapp, John Petition of Magdaline Snapp asking a divorce from her husband,



Sullivan 1827 215

Snapp, Magdaline Petition of Magdaline Snapp asking a divorce from her husband,



Sullivan 1827 215

South, Joseph (Captain) Petition from Captain Joseph South’s Company asking Jesse


Franklin 1826 105

Sparta, TN Petition of George Gordon regarding the establishment of a turnpike


Roane 1826 1

Sparta, TN Petition from citizens of eight counties regarding a turnpike road



16)

White, Smith,

Morgan,

Wilson,

Roane,

Overton,

Fentress,

Jackson

1826 4

Sparta, TN Petition from White, Overton, Jackson, Smith and Wilson Counties




White,

Overton,

Jackson,

Smith, Wilson

1826 16

Spencer, Elizabeth Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227

Stafford, (Captain) Petition of Capt. Stafford’s Company recommending William,


Carroll 1827 56

State Bank of

Tennessee

Petition from Greene County regarding currency value set by the

State Bank of Tennessee.

Greene 1827 70

State Bank of

Tennessee

Report of Jacob Strum, entry taker of Sullivan County, on his


Tennessee.

Sullivan 1827 107

Stay of Execution Petition of James Short regarding stay of execution. Jackson 1827 214

Stephens, Henry Petition from Henry Stephens asking relief from land payment in the

Hiwassee District. (Legislative Report # 1. Petition titles only.)

1826 136

Stephens, Henry Petition of Henry Stephens regarding a sale of land.

Monroe 1826 189


Number

Stephenson, James Petition from the trustees of Woodward Academy asking approval of



Board of Trustees.

Maury 1827 65

Stevens, Mary Petition of Nancy Creacy asking for a divorce from her husband,





120)

Williamson 1827 227

Stewart, J. Petition of Phillip Maury regarding the money for constructing


Hinchey Petway.

Williamson 1826 11

Stewart, Robert M. C. Petition of Jesse Benton regarding a land warrant in the western



1827 241

Still, James Petition of William Phillips asking for a divorce from his wife,



Campbell 1827 274

Stokes, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Stokes Company recommending William



Sullivan 1827 119

Stop Law Petition from Bedford County asking the passage of a Stop Law. Bedford 1826 97

Stop Law Petition from Franklin County regarding relief and passage of a stop

law.

Franklin 1826 128

Stout, Benj. C. Petition of Nutty and Samuel Colville, administrators of the Estate of



McMinn 1827 253

Strain, James Petitions recommending John Ross and James Strain be appointed as


and Thomas Barnes.

White 1827 283

Street, Alexander Petition from citizens of Bedford County asking that James &


Bedford 1826 62

Street, James Petition from citizens of Bedford County asking that James &


Bedford 1826 62

Streets, Nashville, TN Petition from Nashville asking authorization for mayor and aldermen

to open streets and alleys, etc.

Davidson 1827 11

Strong, Christopher Petition of James Blakemore regarding a land warrant. Named in


Martin Talley.

Obion 1827 131

Strother, Judd Petition of Capt. Murray’s Company recommending John B. Hughes


resigned.

Smith 1827 126

Strum, Jacob (Entry

Taker)

Report of Jacob Strum, entry taker of Sullivan County, on his


Tennessee.

Sullivan 1827 107

Stuart, (Captain) Petition of Capt. Stuarts Company recommending John Cooper be


Carroll 1827 54

Stubblefield, Richard Petition asking a law be passed authorizing payment of expenses for




Claghorn.

Claiborne,

Hawkins

1826 149

Stum, Jacob Petition from Sullivan County recommending Daniel Brainsetter,


Sullivan 1827 3

Stute, Wilson Petition from Capt. David Ray’s Company regarding the



McAdams.

Bedford 1826 93

Sullens, William Petition from White County asking that William Sullens and



White 1827 251

Sullens, Zacharah Petition from White County asking that William Sullens and



White 1827 251

Sullivan County Petition asking to form a new county from parts of Greene, Hawkins,


Greene,

Hawkins,

Sullivan,

Washington

1827 263

Sullivan, Guilford Petition of Guilford Sullivan asking to change his name to Willie

Guilford McDonald.

1827 43

Summers, James Petition of Tawner Wisdom claiming occupant’s rights to land.


Weakley 1827 173

Sutters, Sealy Petition of Cela Hamrick Suttles asking for a divorce from her



signatures.)

McMinn 1827 181

Suttle, Edmund Petition of Edmund Suttle asking payment for a Negro executed.

(Legislative Report #1. Petition titles only.)

Smith 1826 136

Suttles, Cela Hamrick Petition of Cela Hamrick Suttles asking for a divorce from her



signatures.)

McMinn 1827 181

Suttles, Henry Petition of Cela Hamrick Suttles asking for a divorce from her



signatures.)

McMinn 1827 181

Sutton, John Petition from Capt. Williams’ Company recommending John Sutton


Jackson 1826 185

Sutton, Joseph Petition from Marion County asking Jonathan Newman, James




Marion 1827 250

Swanson, (Colonel) Report of Thomas Hardman, Clerk of the Court of Pleas & Quarters,



Col. Swanson.

Williamson 1826 104

Sweeney, Alexander Petition of Alexander Sweeney regarding land warrants. Named in


Davidson 1827 71

Sweet Water Valley Petition from residents of Sweet Water Valley in the Hiwassee


Isaac Van.

Monroe 1826 15

Swisher, Ann Statement of William Denson, John Buchanan, J. Farrington & L. B.




5, page 121).

Williamson 1827 44

Swisher, Ann Bateman Petition of Ann Swisher asking for a divorce from her husband,


also 1827-44, and 1827 Private Acts of TN., Chapter 150, Section 5,

page 121)

Williamson 1827 225

Swisher, Michael Statement of William Denson, John Buchanan, J. Farrington & L. B.




5, page 121).

Williamson 1827 44

Swisher, Michael Petition of Ann Swisher asking for a divorce from her husband,



page 121)

Williamson 1827 225


Number

Talley, Martin Petition of James Blakemore regarding a land warrant. Named in


Martin Talley.

Obion 1827 131

Tamsil (?), William Petition of Jeremiah Dial, William Knott, Farwick Frasier, Donisus



Bedford 1826 96

Tarver, Edmund Petition from Capt. Burleson’s Company recommending Edmund


Hardeman 1827 300

Tate, George W. Petition of Gilley Mosley and heirs of Tart Mosley regarding the sale



Warren 1827 166

Tate, John Petition of Thomas Simpson regarding the registering of land.

Named in petition: John Tate.

Overton 1827 135

Tax, Merchant Petition from merchants of Sullivan County asking equalization of

merchant’s tax.

Sullivan 1827 62

Tax, Merchant’s Petition of merchants in Anderson County asking for equalization of

tax on merchant’s license.

Anderson 1827 50

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Hawkins County asking for equalization

of merchant’s tax.

Hawkins 1827 68

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Stewart County asking equalization of

merchant’s tax.

Stewart 1827 76

Tax, Merchants Petition on behalf of the firm of John McEwen and James McKainy


County.

Roane,

McMinn

1827 85

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Bledsoe County asking equalization of

merchant’s tax.

Bledsoe 1827 88

Tax, Merchants Petition from the merchants of Roane County asking equalization of

the merchant’s tax.

Roane 1827 104

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Rhea County asking equalization of the

merchant’s tax.

Rhea 1827 111

Tax, Merchants Petition of Samuel P. Gillispie asking exemption from merchant’s

tax for 1827.

Sumner 1827 123

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Claiborne County asking equalization of

Merchant’s tax.

Claiborne 1827 124

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Franklin County asking equalization of

merchant’s tax.

Franklin 1827 150

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Knox County asking equalization of

merchant’s tax.

Knox 1827 175

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Sevier County asking equalization of

merchant’s tax.

Sevier 1827 177

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Jefferson County asking equalization of

Merchant’s Tax.

Jefferson 1827 194

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Madison County asking equalization of

merchant’s tax.

Madison 1827 201

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Marion County asking equalization of the

merchant’s tax.

Marion 1827 239

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Cocke County asking equalization of the

merchant’s tax.

Cocke 1827 257

Tax, Merchants Petition from merchants of Hardeman County asking equalization of

merchant’s tax.

Hardeman 1827 262

Tax, Road Petition from Haywood County asking that a tax be levied on all

land to raise money to build roads. (3 pages of signatures.)

Haywood 1827 145

Taxes Petition of Humphreys County asking for two additional tax

collectors.

Humphreys 1827 208

Taxes Petition from Weakley County asking for a law legalizing the sale of

certain lands condemned for taxes.

Weakley 1827 228

Taxes Petition of Julius C. N. Robertson asking for extended time to collect

taxes.

Hardeman 1827 292

Taxes, Land Sale Petition regarding land of Thomas Johnson sold for taxes. Named in


Hawkins 1826 117

Taxes, State Report of William H. Johnson, clerk of Weakley County regarding


Weakley 1826 182

Taylor, James Petition of James Taylor asking compensation for appearing as a


Allen Gillespie.

Greene 1826 30

Taylor, William Petition of Thomas White, William Howard, William Taylor,






Monroe 1827 22

Temple, (Esquire) Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Tennessee State Capitol Receipts for moving State of Tennessee seat of Government from


Rutherford,

Davidson

1826 151

Thame, John Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the




Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Thomas, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Thomas’s Company recommending Aquilla


Hardeman 1827 223

Thomas, Jesse (Captain) Petitions recommending Walter Scott, Elisha P. Lowrence, James G.



John Smith.

Hardeman 1827 297

Thomas, John Petition of Charles Crutchfield asking permission to sell a mill


Thomas children.

Henry 1827 33

Thompson, Thomas A. Petition of Jane Howard, widow of Bernard Howard, asking





Hunt.

Carroll 1827 57

Thrasher, Robert Petition from Fayette County recommending Robert Thrasher and


Fayette 1826 133

Tilford, Elijah Petition of Elijah Tilford asking permission to peddle without a

license.

Davidson 1826 34

Tinnon, Arthur Petition of Isaac and Elizabeth Pearce asking for a divorce. Named



Sumner 1826 154

Tipton, Jack Petition from Covington Academy asking permission to hold a



Tipton 1827 244

Tipton, Jacob Petition of Jacob Tipton regarding a land grant originally issued to


included in folder.

Shelby 1826 148 a.

Tipton, Jacob

(Surveyor)

Petition of Jane Reynolds regarding land occupants laws in Western


Shelby 1826 51

Tobacco Petition from Claiborne County asking for a tobacco inspector. Claiborne 1827 305


Number

Todd, Samuel Petition of William Cobb, Charles Price, Mitchel Harper, John



River.

Knox 1826 61

Tours, Eleanor Affidavit of Best Ward concerning the whereabouts of Eleanor

Tours, wife of George Tours.

Rutherford 1826 137

Tours, George Affidavit of Best Ward concerning the whereabouts of Eleanor


Rutherford 1826 137

Towles, Oliver Petition of Micajah Armstrong asking relief from a fine. Named in


Warren 1826 174

Townsen, Albert Petition from Albert Townsen asking for a divorce from his wife,


Overton 1826 5

Townsen, Polly Lytle Petition from Albert Townsen asking for a divorce from his wife,


Overton 1826 5

Trout, Thomas

(Captain)

Petition from Capt. Thomas Trout’s Company recommending John

Reeves be appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Henry 1827 288

Truett, Elijah Statement of Elijah Truett regarding a divorce of Snodon Hickman



1, Page 110)

Wilson 1827 294

Turner, Rachel Riggins Petition of William Turner asking for a divorce from his wife,


signatures.)

McMinn 1827 179

Turner, William Petition of William Turner asking for a divorce from his wife,


signatures.)

McMinn 1827 179

Turney, Samuel Petition of Micajah Armstrong asking relief from a fine. Named in


Warren 1826 174

Turnpike Petition from Weakley County asking for a turnpike road from


Weakley 1827 158

Turnpikes Petition of David Ragsdale asking relief from taxes on his turnpike

road. Also asks that all turnpike roads be exempted from taxation.

1826 78

Turnpikes Petition from Anderson County asking Thomas Wheeler be granted

a charter to open a turnpike road to the Kentucky State line.

Anderson 1827 116

Tyner, (Captain) Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Underwood, Nancy Petition of Lena Grubbs asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1826 100

Underwood, Thomas Petition of Aurelia White Formwalt asking for a divorce from her






Giles 1827 132

Unicoi Turnpike

Company

Petition regarding land in the Hiwassee District set aside for the



Company.

Monroe 1827 89

Upton, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth Upton regarding refund for land purchased in


Hunter, a native of the Cherokee Nation.

Monroe 1827 143

Van, Isaac Petition from residents of Sweet Water Valley in the Hiwassee


Isaac Van.

Monroe 1826 15

Vance, Lewis R. Petition of Lewis R. Vance regarding land. Smith, Jackson 1827 154

Vandevanter, John Petition of Rebecca Vandevanter asking for a divorce from her


Sullivan 1826 85

Vandevanter, Rebecca Petition of Rebecca Vandevanter asking for a divorce from her


Sullivan 1826 85

Vaughan, William Petition of Capt. Shane’s Company recommending the appointments




Shelby 1827 17

Verdell, Sarah Petition of Sarah Verdell asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1827 106

Verdell, Thomas Petition of Sarah Verdell asking for a divorce from her husband,



Rutherford 1827 106

Vincent, (Captain) Petition from citizens of White County asking that Christopher



Capt. Vincent.

White 1827 200

Vinson, William Petition of Nathaniel Maddox asking for a divorce from his wife,



Cocke 1827 198

Walker, James Petition of James Walker regarding a loan to assist him in

establishing an iron works.

Claiborne 1826 138

Walker, James Petition from James Walker for a loan for his iron works. Claiborne 1826 187

Walker, John Memorial of Gideon Morgan Jr. and John Walker regarding efforts




1826 14

Wallace, (Captain) Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Wallace, (Esquire) Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Wallace, Samuel

(Captain)

Petition of Capt. Samuel Wallace’s Company recommending


Sumner 1826 75

Walton, Simon Petition from Capt. Adam Perkins’ Company recommending



Henry 1827 243

Walton, William Petition of Capt. Samuel Wallace’s Company recommending


Sumner 1826 75

Walton’s Ferry Petition of Matthew English asking permission to construct a


Rhea 1826 20

Ward, Best Affidavit of Best Ward concerning the whereabouts of Eleanor


Rutherford 1826 137


Number

Warren County,

boundaries


county lines.

Bledsoe,

Marion,

Hamilton,

Rhea, Warren,

White

1827 252

Warren, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Warren’s Company recommending Archilies P.



Williamson 1827 233

Washam, Elizabeth Petition from Alvin Looper and Elizabeth Washam, administrators



Sullivan 1827 120

Washam, Jefferson W. Petition from Alvin Looper and Elizabeth Washam, administrators



Sullivan 1827 120

Washington County Petition asking to form a new county from parts of Greene, Hawkins,


Greene,

Hawkins,

Sullivan,

Washington

1827 263

Watkins, Lewis Petition from Capt. Major’s Company recommending Lewis


Rutherford 1827 87

Waugh, John Petition of John Waugh asking for a merchant’s license refund. Monroe 1827 142

Waynesboro, TN Petition from citizens of Waynesboro asking the town be

incorporated.

Wayne 1827 188

Wear, James Petition of Robert M. Smalin regarding land that he had occupied

that was later given to James Wear by an act of the legislature.

(Many signatures)

Monroe 1827 141

Webb, William S. Statements by R. C. Hancock, (?) Bailey, William S. Webb and




Williamson 1827 236

Weems, John Petition regarding the heirs of John Weems and land in Greene


Jones Weems.

Greene 1826 44

Weems, Jones Petition regarding the heirs of John Weems and land in Greene


Jones Weems.

Greene 1826 44

Welch, Thomas Petition of Thomas Welch asking compensation for service as

trustee.

Lawrence 1826 115

West, Henry Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Whaney, Jackson Petition from Warren County asking Jackson Whaney be given

permission to hawk and peddle without a license.

Warren 1827 45

Wheeler, John E. Petition of Silas Williams asking for a divorce from his wife, Nancy


Campbell 1827 216

Wheeler, Thomas Petition from Anderson County asking Thomas Wheeler be granted

a charter to open a turnpike road to the Kentucky State line.

Anderson 1827 116

Wheeler, Thomas Petition of Campbell County asking that Thomas Wheeler not be

permitted to build a turnpike road.

Campbell 1827 218

Wheeler, Thomas Petition from Campbell County asking Thomas Wheeler be

authorized to open a turnpike road.

Campbell 1827 256

Whitcliffe, Warner Petition from White County asking a pardon for Isaac Martin.


White 1827 289

White County,

boundaries


county lines.

Bledsoe,

Marion,

Hamilton,

Rhea, Warren,

White

1827 252

White Oak Creek Petition of Deliverance Gray asking for 25 acres to build a mill on


Wayne 1827 260

White, Anderson Petition of Sampson Black, a free Negro, and his wife, Nancy,


White.

Humphreys 1827 258

White, Henry L. Petition of John McClatchy asking relief for expenses in a land suit.


White.

McMinn 1827 160

White, John Petition from the trustees of Woodward Academy asking approval of



Board of Trustees.

Maury 1827 65

White, Thomas Petition of Thomas White, William Howard, William Taylor,






Monroe 1827 22

White, Thomas Petition of Allen B. Gentry regarding a refund for land purchased in



White. (See also Private Acts of Tennessee 1827, Chapter 251,

Pages 216, 217)

Monroe 1827 23

Whiteside, Jonathan Petition of Elizabeth Dennis asking for a divorce from her husband,



Overton 1826 152

Whiteside, Thomas Petition of John Cocke, Thomas Whiteside, Jacob Kline, and John



Grainger 1827 199

Wiggs, Martin Petition from citizens north of Forbidden River asking for a separate


petition.

Madison 1826 8

Wilburn, Lewis Petition asking a law be passed authorizing payment of expenses for




Claghorn.

Claiborne,

Hawkins

1826 149

Wilks, James Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Willard, George Petition from Sullivan County asking that George Willard be


Sullivan 1826 59

Willhite, James Petition from Capt. John Anderson’s Company recommending



Knox 1827 295

Williams, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Williams’ Company recommending John Sutton


Jackson 1826 185

Williams, Harrison Petition of Martha M. Williams asking for a divorce from her


petition 1825-95)

Rutherford 1827 112


Number

Williams, Henry Petition from Capt. James Williams’s Company recommending


Montgomery 1826 177

Williams, James

(Captain)

Petition from Capt. James Williams’s Company recommending


Montgomery 1826 177

Williams, John Petition of John Montgomery seeking relief from court cost in land


Blount 1826 65

Williams, John Petition from Capt. Edward Hales Company recommending John


Shelby 1827 16

Williams, John

(Colonel)

Petition of John Montgomery asking refund of court cost. Named in


Blount 1827 90

Williams, Laban B. Petition of Laban B. Williams asking to relocate office on the public

square at Blountville.

Sullivan 1826 145

Williams, Martha M. Petition of Martha M. Williams asking for a divorce from her


petition 1825-95)

Rutherford 1827 112

Williams, Nancy Petition of Silas Williams asking for a divorce from his wife, Nancy


Campbell 1827 216

Williams, Silas Petition of Silas Williams asking for a divorce from his wife, Nancy


Campbell 1827 216

Willson, Byars Petition of William Turner asking for a divorce from his wife,


signatures.)

McMinn 1827 179

Wilson, Elisha

(Captain)

Petitions from Captain James Crowder’s Company recommending




Davidson 1827 99

Wilson, Elizabeth Penn Petition of Elizabeth Penn Wilson asking for a divorce from her


Sumner 1826 87

Wilson, Joseph P. Petition of Elizabeth Penn Wilson asking for a divorce from her


Sumner 1826 87

Windle, Joseph H. Petition from Capt. Robinson’s Company recommending Joseph H.


Monroe 1827 144

Wisdom, Tawner Petition of Tawner Wisdom claiming occupant’s rights to land.


Weakley 1827 173

Wisdom, William Petitions from White County recommending John Gillentine, Jesse



White 1827 266

Wise, James Petition of Mary Carson Wise asking for a divorce from her



Lawrence 1827 276

Wise, Mary Carson Petition of Mary Carson Wise asking for a divorce from her



Lawrence 1827 276

Wolf, Henry Petition of Nimrod Dodson regarding school land. Named in


Warren 1827 186

Womack, Isham Petition recommending the following be appointed as justice of the




Gotchin.

Franklin,

Davidson

1827 153

Wood, John Petition from Henderson County recommending the following men








Henderson 1827 74

Wood, John Petition of William Dun asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly


also 1826-74)

Smith 1827 117

Wood, John D. Petition of William Dunn asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly



also 1827-117)

Smith 1826 74

Woodard, William Petition of Gilley Mosley and heirs of Tart Mosley regarding the sale



Warren 1827 166

Woods, David Petitions recommending Walter Scott, Elisha P. Lowrence, James G.



John Smith.

Hardeman 1827 297

Woods, Yeatman Petition of Benjamin W. Bedford asking dismissal of Circuit Court


Cuchanan.

Davidson, 1827 75

Woodward Academy Petition from the trustees of Woodward Academy asking for a

charter to become known as Jefferson College.

Maury 1827 40

Woodward Academy Petition from the trustees of Woodward Academy asking approval of



Board of Trustees.

Maury 1827 65

Woolen factory Petition of Henry Beidleman requesting a loan to start a woolen

factory.

Warren 1826 175

Woolen factory Petition of Henry Beidleman asking for a loan to expand his woolen

and cotton factory.

Warren 1827 203

Wourwick, William Petition of Capt. Jacob Lays Company recommending William


Anderson 1827 49

Wray, William (Jailer) Petition of William Wray asking jailers fees. Named in petition:

John A. Franklin.

Overton 1826 155

Wright, Matthew W. Petition of Matthew W. Wright asking permission to build a toll


Warren 1826 173

Wyly, James Petition of James Wyly asking he be permitted to settle estate of his


Greene 1827 29

Wyly, Robert Petition of James Wyly asking he be permitted to settle estate of his


Greene 1827 29

Young, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth Young, widow of William Young, asking for a


Hittenbrand.

1827 230

Young, Isaac (Captain) Petition of Capt. Isaac Young’s Company recommending John D.


Carroll 1827 53

Young, Robert Petition of William Corely asking he be allowed to pay amount of



Blount 1826 139

Young, William Petition of Margaret Mulherrin, executrix of James Mulherrin,



Davidson 1826 39

Young, William Petition of William Young regarding a leave of absence from the

legislature.

Hawkins 1826 166

Young, William Petition of Elizabeth Young, widow of William Young, asking for a


Hittenbrand.

1827 230

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