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Tennessee Petitions 1822 - 1823

Name or Subject Description County Year Petition

Number

Adams, Thomas Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new

county (Weakley County). Recommended to serve as Justice of the

Peace: Joseph Wilson, John R. Shutz, Stephen Smart, James

McNeely, Albert B. Force, Robert Wills, John Terrell, Thomas

Adams, Elijah Standlye & John Webb.

Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Adams, Thomas Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph

Wilson, John R. Shutz, Stephen Smart, James McNeely, Albert B.

Force, Robert Wills, John Terrell, Thomas Adams & Elijah Standlye

be appointed as Justices of the Peace.

1823 146

Adkins, Jesse Petition of Jesse Adkins asking relief of court cost on a charge for

which he was acquitted.

Campbell 1822 50

Adkins, John Petition from Lincoln County asking that a part of their land be

annexed to Bedford County. Named in petition: James McCullough,

Jonathan Floyd, John Adkins & Lewis Martin.

Bedford,

Lincoln

1822 22

Alldredge, (Captain) Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.

Named in petition: Captains George Graves, Alldredge, King and

Clayton. Also named: Lewis Lutrell, William Alldredge, William

Campbell, James Campbell, Matthew McClung, Robert Tindell, &

John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

Alldredge, William Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

Alley, David (Captain) Petition from Roane County asking for 1.) the examination of school

lands and 2.) the prosecution of cases by justice of peace in the

various captain’s companies. Named in petition: Captain David

Alley.

Roane 1823 40

Anderson County Petition asking that a new county be formed by taking parts of

existing Campbell, Claiborne, Grainger, Knox & Anderson

Counties. (Union County)

Anderson,

Campbell,

Claiborne,

Grainger,

Knox

1823 95

Anderson, Isaac Petition of Margaret Cunningham asking title to a portion of land in

Hiwassee District. Named in petition: Isaac Anderson, James

Cunningham & Judge Keith.

McMinn 1822 78

Anderson, Richard Petition of 49 citizens of Maury County asking that Richard

Anderson be permitted to build a fish dam on Duck River.

Maury 1823 44

Anderson, William Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of

Frederick Horgett and Scott Gray. Named in Petition: Charles

Robertson, William Randal, John Armstrong, Adam Masey, Isaac

Taylor, John Stocks, William Anderson, Richard Harris & Edward

Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Andrews, Cullens Petition of John C. McLemore for Cullens Andrews & Sedgwick

Springs, heirs of Clemigill Cherry & Robert H. Wynn regarding

land.

Davidson 1823 57

Armstrong, John Petition of James Conner regarding a North Carolina land warrant.

Named in petition: William Polk, John Armstrong & Sarah

Davidson.

1822 18

Armstrong, John Petition of Jesse Benton regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:

John Armstrong & Griffith Rutherford.

1823 48

Armstrong, John Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Armstrong, Martin Petition of James Perry regarding conflicting claims over a land

grant he purchased from Abner Niel. Named in petition: Martin

Armstrong.

Hickman 1822 87

Armstrong, Martin Petition of William Spencer, heir of Thomas Spencer, regarding a

land warrant obtained through Martin Armstrong’s office.

Rutherford 1823 34

Arthey, Elijah Petition of Sarah Arthey asking for a divorce from her husband,

Elijah Arthey.

Bledsoe 1822 56

Arthey, Sarah Petition of Sarah Arthey asking for a divorce from her husband,

Elijah Arthey.

Bledsoe 1822 56

Asher, William R. Petition of Captain Abraham Stow’s Company recommending

William R. Asher & John Horton be appointed as Justice of the

Peace.

Henry 1823 149

Aspy, William Petition of Thomas Fulton regarding land. Named in petition: Elijah

Robertson, William Aspy, William Brown, James Gillespie, Thomas

Carnes (?) & William Fulton.

Smith 1822 92

Babb, Elizabeth

Fitchjearl

Petition of William Babb asking for a divorce from his wife,

Elizabeth Fitchjearl Babb. Statements from John L. Doyle and the

Baptist Church of Christ at Popular Springs Meeting House. (79

supporting signatures.)

Robertson 1822 28

Babb, William Petition of William Babb asking for a divorce from his wife,




Robertson 1822 28

Badgett, B. Petition asking a duplicate Land Grant be issued to William Gibbs.

Other named in petition: Joseph Baker, Isaac Charles, Reubin

Tipton, B. Badgett, & Samuel Badgett.

Knox 1822 7

Badgett, Samuel Petition asking a duplicate Land Grant be issued to William Gibbs.



Knox 1822 7

Bailey, Catherine Petition of Catherine Bailey asking for a divorce from her husband

John Bailey. First husbands name was John Ragins. Statements by

M. Johnson, John White & J.C. McDowell.

1822 101

Bailey, John Petition of Catherine Bailey asking for a divorce from her husband



1822 101

Baird, Robert Petition from Williamson County asking relief for John Ragsdale.

Named in petition: his Negro man, Jim, and Robert Baird. (many

signatures)

Williamson 1823 32

Baker, Joseph Petition asking a duplicate Land Grant be issued to William Gibbs.



Knox 1822 7

Baldridge, Andrew Petition of Hartwell Miles asking land for services in Indian Wars.

Statements of Captain John Gordon, Gideon Johnson, John Currin,

Neal Hopkins, James Patterson, Daniel Bell, Nathan Bell & Andrew

Baldridge.

Davidson 1823 78

Baldwin, Clement F. Petition of Clement F. Baldwin asking for relief from taxes. Named

in petition: Joseph & Richard Royall.

Bedford 1823 116

Barbee, Matthew Petition of Nathan Green for Elizabeth Pack, an Indian woman,

asking that a certain law suit be held outside of Marion County.

Named in petition: Matthew Barbee, Thomas E. Davis & John

Lowry.

Marion 1823 41

Barkley, James Petition of James Barkley asking compensation for a barn burned

down by Samuel Bowly, a mad man. Named in petition: Francis

Eury.

Warren 1823 63

Barns, James

(Representative)

Petition to Rep. James Barns of Hardin County from members of

Captain Murray’s Company asking Robert Thrasher be appointed as

Justice of the Peace. Named in petition: Henry Cliftan, Stephen

Cooper & Isham Cherry.

Hardin 1823 74

Bastardy Bonds Petition of Joshua Newman asking relief from need to post a security

bond so he can be released from jail so he may provide support for a

bastard child born to Polly Davis.

Maury 1822 15


Number

Battle Creek Petition from Marion County regarding John Cunningham’s mill on

Battle Creek.

Marion 1823 19

Beason, John Petition of Nancy Beason asking for a divorce from husband, John

Beason.

Hardin 1822 71

Beason, Nancy Petition of Nancy Beason asking for a divorce from husband, John

Beason.

Hardin 1822 71

Bedford County,

annexation

Petition from Lincoln County asking that a part of their land be



Bedford,

Lincoln

1822 22

Bedford County,

annexation

Petition from a portion of Rutherford County asking to be annexed

to Bedford County. (many signatures)

Bedford,

Rutherford

1823 54

Bedford County,

annexation

Petition of certain citizens of Rutherford County asking to be

annexed to Bedford County.

Rutherford,

Bedford

1823 68

Bedford, Jonas Petition of Joel J. Dyer regarding a Deed of Conveyance. Named in

petition: John Dyer, Abram Dyer & Jonas Bedford.

Smith 1822 54

Bell, Daniel Petition of Hartwell Miles asking land for services in Indian Wars.



Baldridge.

Davidson 1823 78

Bell, Montgomery Memorial of Montgomery Bell asking loan of $12,000.00 to finance

iron works on Harpeth River. Report of committee recommending

denial of the loan.

Dickson 1822 47

Bell, Nathan Petition of Hartwell Miles asking land for services in Indian Wars.



Baldridge.

Davidson 1823 78

Benton, Jesse Petition of Jesse Benton regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:


1823 48

Blackson Mr. Petition of James Kain regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:

William Simpson and Mr. Blackson.

1823 10

Blakemore, Olley Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll

County to organize a new county to be known as Gibson County.

Recommended to serve as Justice of the Peace: William P. Seat,

Thomas Fite, Robert Edmundson, William Craig, William

Killingsworth, Olley Blakemore, John W. Buckner, Isham F. Davis,

Yarnell Reece, Robert Reed, Benjamin White, Abner Burgers,

George Tinkle & John Page.

Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Blount, John G. Petition of John G. Blount regarding lost land warrants. Maury 1822 37

Blount, William

(Governor)

Petition of William Luckey asking compensation for service

rendered concerning the Tennessee / Kentucky Boundary line.

Named in petition: Gov. William Blount, Daniel Smith & Doctor

Walker. Affidavit of William Cowan.

Blount 1822 16

Bohannon, Gideon Petition of George Caperton regarding a turnpike road. Statement by

Gideon Bohannon. Named in petition: Richard Holland.

Franklin 1823 18

Boswell, James Petition of Samuel Dickson asking for a divorce from his wife Ann

Miller Dickson. Statement of Ann Dickson saying she will not live

with him anymore. Affidavits of John Briggs, Susannah and James

Boswell, Philip Jones, Isaac & Sarah Carlock & Hugh Miller.

Overton 1822 46

Boswell, Susannah Petition of Samuel Dickson asking for a divorce from his wife Ann




Overton 1822 46

Boundaries, Tennessee

& Virginia

The survey opinion of Moses Fisk concerning Tennessee Virginia

State Line.

1823 137

Boundary, Tennessee /

Kentucky

Petition of William Luckey asking compensation for service




Blount 1822 16

Bounds, Thomas Petition of John and Robert Brown regarding their purchase of a

grant for a turnpike road from Thomas Bounds.

1822 57

Bowly, Samuel Petition of James Barkley asking compensation for a barn burned


Eury.

Warren 1823 63

Boyd, Adam Petition from Sullivan County regarding Adam Boyd and his dam on

the Holston River.

Sullivan 1823 121

Boyd, Robert Petition of Samuel Garland regarding a lost land warrant. Named in

petition: John Carter & Robert Boyd.

Rutherford 1822 91

Bradshaw, John Petition of Isaac H. Ward regarding land west of the Tenn. River.

Statements of David Owen, James Ward, John Bradshaw, Thomas

Bradshaw, David Franklin & David Campbell.

1823 11

Bradshaw, Thomas Petition of Isaac H. Ward regarding land west of the Tenn. River.



1823 11

Brassfield, Sally

Queener

Petition of Sally Queener Brassfield asking for a divorce from her

husband Thomas Brassfield. Named in petition: Daniel Queener &

Mr. Petterson.

1822 104

Brassfield, Thomas Petition of Sally Queener Brassfield asking for a divorce from her


Mr. Petterson.

1822 104

Breathite, E. Dr. Petition of John Harrison asking to retail without a license.

Statements of Dr. William McGee, A. B. Ewing, Dr. Ferdinane Stith,

Dr. E. Breathite, Dr. Crockett & Dr. William Dickerson.

Williamson 1823 76

Bridge Petition of George Gordon asking permission to build a toll bridge

across White Creek. Named in petition: Matthew English.

Roane 1822 39

Bridge Petition from Hawkins & Sullivan Counties regarding repair and

upkeep of a certain road & bridge.

Hawkins,

Sullivan

1823 119

Bridge Petition of Chris Shell asking to build a toll bridge on Collins River. Warren 1823 134

Briggs, John Petition of Samuel Dickson asking for a divorce from his wife Ann




Overton 1822 46

Brigham, John Petition from Stewart County asking Andrew Irvin be appointed as

Justice of the Peace for Captain John Brown’s Company caused by

resignation of John Brigham.

Stewart 1823 147

Brooker, John Petition of John Brooker requesting compensation for a rifle taken

by Capt. David Snodgrass for military use.

Sullivan 1822 53

Brooks, Robert Petition for John West & Hugh Montgomery, administrators of the

estate of Robert Brooks, asking permission to sell estate and

distributes funds as his will directs. Will of Mr. Brooks included.

Franklin 1823 103

Brown, A. V. Petition of Shelby County to permanently establish a seat of Justice

and define the county boundaries. Asks that John Ralston & James

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

A.V. Brown, & A. Maury.

Shelby 1823 141

Brown, Barnard P. Petition of William Espey regarding a land grant in West Tenn.

Named in petition: Barnard P. Brown. Statement of John P. Thomas.

Madison 1822 76

Brown, Henry H. Petition from Henderson County asking that Henry H. Brown be

appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Henderson 1822 43

Brown, Henry H. Deposition of George W. Oliver as given to Henry H. Brown from

Rutherford County regarding running of County line for

Henderson/Perry Counties.

Rutherford,

Perry,

Henderson

1823 112

Brown, Jacob Statement of Rowland Hodges and Jacob Brown concerning petition

of Jane Jones asking for a divorce. (See 1823-6)

Sumner 1823 8

Brown, James

(Cherokee)

Petition regarding James Brown, part Cherokee, asking for

citizenship.

1823 9

Brown, John Petition of John and Robert Brown regarding their purchase of a


1822 57

Brown, John Petition of John Brown regarding land known as the Owen Grant.

Named in petition: John and Jeremiah McKensey & Jenkins

Whiteside.

Maury 1822 64


Number

Brown, John Petition of John and Jeremiah McKenzie regarding a Thomas Owen

land grant. Named in petition: John Brown, John and James Owen.

(see 1822-64)

1822 80

Brown, John (Captain) Petition from Stewart County asking Andrew Irvin be appointed as



Stewart 1823 147

Brown, Robert Petition of John and Robert Brown regarding their purchase of a


1822 57

Brown, Samuel Petition of Jane Jones asking for a divorce from her husband

William Jones. Statements by Samuel Brown, Daniel Cockram and

David Kirby. (See 1823-8)

Sumner 1823 6

Brown, William Petition of Thomas Fulton regarding land. Named in petition: Elijah



Smith 1822 92

Bruce, William

(Captain)

Petition of Isaac Clark asking relief for a wound received making an

arrest during a pistol shooting between Mr. Payton and Mr. McCain.

Named in petition: Captain William Bruce.

Sumner 1823 13

Buchanan, William Affidavit of William Buchanan regarding a turnpike road. Franklin 1823 56

Buckner, John W. Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Buffalo Valley Petition from Jackson County asking Lewis R. Vance be allowed to

erect gates on a road being cut through his property in Buffalo

Valley.

Jackson 1823 133

Bullard, Henry Petition of Henry Price asking for a divorce from his wife, Rynay

Price. Named in petition: William Gossage. Statements by: Henry

Bullard, Joseph Bullard, Timothy Philpot & Patsay Ganbery.

McMinn 1823 115

Bullard, Joseph Petition of Henry Price asking for a divorce from his wife, Rynay



McMinn 1823 115

Burgers, Abner Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Butler, Vines Petition of Edward Jones requesting a duplicate military land grant.

Named in petition: William Carter Carloss, Vines Butler and Mariott

Davis.

Wilson 1822 30

Calaway, Joseph Petition of James McClanahan regarding an occupant land claim.

Named in petition: Mary Linvill & Joseph Calaway. Affidavits of

James Pruitt & Samuel Davidson.

Blount 1822 10

Caldwell, Abriam Petition from Perry County asking release from the current choice of

a County seat and the appointment of Col. Thomas Coleman and

Abiram Caldwell as commissioners to select a location.

Perry 1822 45

Cameron, Samuel Petition of William S. Scott regarding occupant claim on property

originally purchased under John Walker. Statements by William

Hughes, Peter Snider, John Finley, John Smith, Samuel Walker,

Samuel Cameron, & James McClanahan.

Blount 1822 8

Campbell County Petition asking that a new county be formed by taking parts of



Anderson,

Campbell,

Claiborne,

Grainger,

Knox

1823 95

Campbell County,

courts

Petition from Campbell County asking for a change in the time of

court terms.

Campbell 1823 140

Campbell, David Petition of Isaac H. Ward regarding land west of the Tenn. River.



1823 11

Campbell, James Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

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

Mary Campbell. Named in petition: John Hammons. (31 supporting

signatures.)

Cocke 1822 96

Campbell, Phebe Petition of Phebe Campbell asking for a land grant. Her late

husband died of snake bite.

McMinn 1823 108

Campbell, William Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

Campbell, William Petition of William Campbell asking for a divorce from his wife


signatures.)

Cocke 1822 96

Camson, Susanna Mrs. Petition of John Carmichael asking for a divorce from his wife,

Margaret Carmichael. (82 supporting signatures.) Statements by

Mrs. Katherine Thomas & Mrs. Susanna Camson.

Cocke 1822 63

Canal Petition regarding canals and the opening of waterways for

navigation.

McMinn 1822 75

Capenton, George

(Colonel)

Petition of Samuel Norwood, Albert Carr and John Scott regarding a

turnpike road of Col. George Capenton. Named in petition: George

Gillespie.

Franklin 1823 99

Caperton, George Petition of George Caperton regarding a turnpike road. Statement by


Franklin 1823 18

Cardwell, Elizabeth

Ferguson

Petition of Elizabeth Ferguson Cardwell asking for a divorce from

William E. Cardwell. Statements of John Rice, Roswell & Easter

Hall.

Washington 1822 113

Cardwell, William E. Petition of Elizabeth Ferguson Cardwell asking for a divorce from


Hall.

Washington 1822 113

Carlock, Isaac Petition of Samuel Dickson asking for a divorce from his wife Ann




Overton 1822 46

Carlock, Sarah Petition of Samuel Dickson asking for a divorce from his wife Ann




Overton 1822 46

Carloss, William Carter Petition of Edward Jones requesting a duplicate military land grant.


Davis.

Wilson 1822 30

Carmichael, John Petition of John Carmichael asking for a divorce from his wife,



Cocke 1822 63

Carmichael, Margaret Petition of John Carmichael asking for a divorce from his wife,



Cocke 1822 63

Carnes, Thomas Petition of Thomas Fulton regarding land. Named in petition: Elijah



Smith 1822 92

Carpenter, Asa Petition asking that Asa Carpenter be restored to full rights of

citizenship.

1822 14


Number

Carpenter, John Petition of Morgan Deweese asking for a divorce from his wife

Agnes Long Deweese. Statements by John Cash, John Carpenter &

William Usrey. (12 supporting signatures.)

White 1822 98

Carr, Albert Petition of Samuel Norwood, Albert Carr and John Scott regarding a


Gillespie.

Franklin 1823 99

Carriger, Andrew Statement of Joseph Greer regarding land claims of Andrew and

Michael Carriger. Also named: John Robinson & William Safford.

1822 102

Carriger, Michael Statement of Joseph Greer regarding land claims of Andrew and


1822 102

Carroll County Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Carter, John Petition of Samuel Garland regarding a lost land warrant. Named in


Rutherford 1822 91

Cash, John Petition of Morgan Deweese asking for a divorce from his wife



White 1822 98

Casserton, George Petition from Franklin County to authorize Mr. George Casserton to

cut a turnpike road.

Franklin 1823 46

Charles, Isaac Petition asking a duplicate Land Grant be issued to William Gibbs.



Knox 1822 7

Cherry, Clemigill Petition of John C. McLemore for Cullens Andrews & Sedgwick


land.

Davidson 1823 57

Cherry, Daniel Petition of Alex M. Swenney regarding a piece of land. Named in

petition: Daniel Cherry, George Mitchell & William Halbert.

Hardin 1823 30

Cherry, Isham Petition to Rep. James Barns of Hardin County from members of




Hardin 1823 74

Childers, Betsy Petition of James Cooper asking for a divorce from his wife, Sara

Cooper. Named in petition: John McGee. Statement agreeing to

divorce from Sara Cooper. Also statements of Anderson Reynolds,

Betsy Childers, Peggy Cooper, Marty Webb & John Cooper. (60


Anderson 1822 4

Childress, Stephen Petition of Susan Childress Hulme asking to be free of debts of her

husband, Thomas Hulme. Named in petition: Stephen Childress.

Williamson 1822 61

Citizenship Petition regarding James Brown, part Cherokee, asking for

citizenship.

1823 9

Citizenship Petition of 86 citizens of Robertson County asking Adkins Powell be

restored to full rights of citizenship.

Robertson 1823 24

Claiborne County Petition asking that a new county be formed by taking parts of



Anderson,

Campbell,

Claiborne,

Grainger,

Knox

1823 95

Claiborne County,

courts

Petition from Claiborne County regarding the time courts are held. Claiborne 1823 102

Clark, Isaac Petition of Isaac Clark asking relief for a wound received making an



Sumner 1823 13

Clarke, (General) Petition of Roger Gideon regarding a land grant or other relief for

Revolutionary War service. Named in petition: Gen. Clarke.

Roane 1823 79

Clayton, (Captain) Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

Cliftan, Henry Petition to Rep. James Barns of Hardin County from members of




Hardin 1823 74

Cloud, Mary Petition of Robert Cloud, widower of Mary Cloud, asking to sell his

deceased wife’s land to provide boarding, clothing and education of

their five children. Named in petition: John Swain. Will of Mary

Cloud in folder.

1822 74

Cloud, Robert Petition of Robert Cloud, widower of Mary Cloud, asking to sell his



Cloud in folder.

1822 74

Cocke County,

boundaries

Petition of those residing south of French Broad and Holston Rivers

and west of Big Pigeon River asking for a land office. Also asking a

change in the Jefferson and Cocke Counties line.

Jefferson,

Cocke

1823 38

Cocke County, land Petition from Cocke County asking that Sheriffs and Constables

sales be held at Court House on specified dates.

Cocke 1822 52

Cocke, John (Major

General)

Petition of Edom Hendricks asking compensation for a gun

impounded for military use. Named in petition: Major General John

Cocke & Captain John Netherton.

1822 27

Cocke, John (Major

General)

Petition of James McCoy asking compensation for rifle used by

militia. Named in petition: Captain John Statton & Major General

John Cocke.

1822 116

Cockram, Daniel Petition of Jane Jones asking for a divorce from her husband



Sumner 1823 6

Cole, John Petition of Rawly Duncan asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary

Duncan. Named in petition: John Cole. Statements by: John Gibbs,

John Sharp Jr. & Abby Sharp.

Anderson 1823 152

Coleman, Thomas

(Colonel)

Petition from Perry County asking release from the current choice of



Perry 1822 45

Collins River Petition of Chris Shell asking to build a toll bridge on Collins River. Warren 1823 134

Conner, James Petition of James Conner regarding a North Carolina land warrant.


Davidson.

1822 18

Cook, Sally Petition of Sally Cook asking for a divorce from her husband John F.

Cooke. Statements by Archibald Harris, Thomas A. Harris,

Benjamin Hasten, Thomas Pettypool, John Nelson & Hardy Pope.

(See Private Acts of Tennessee, Chapter 208, page 165)

Rutherford 1822 93

Cooke, John F. Petition of Sally Cook asking for a divorce from her husband John F.




Rutherford 1822 93

Cooper, Charles Petition of Joel Parrish and Charles Cooper, employees of State

Bank, asking for a raise. Statement of support by directors of the

bank.

1822 59

Cooper, James Petition of James Cooper asking for a divorce from his wife, Sara





Anderson 1822 4


Number

Cooper, John Petition of James Cooper asking for a divorce from his wife, Sara





Anderson 1822 4

Cooper, Nancy Jones Petition of Nancy Jones Cooper asking for a divorce from her

husband, William Cooper. (23 supporting signatures.)

1823 70

Cooper, Peggy Petition of James Cooper asking for a divorce from his wife, Sara





Anderson 1822 4

Cooper, Sara Petition of James Cooper asking for a divorce from his wife, Sara





Anderson 1822 4

Cooper, Stephen Petition to Rep. James Barns of Hardin County from members of




Hardin 1823 74

Cooper, William Petition of Nancy Jones Cooper asking for a divorce from her


1823 70

Cotton Memorial of John B. West asking for a loan to expand a cotton

spinning mill in Nashville.

Davidson 1822 26

Cotton, Joseph Petition of Hopkins S. Turney asking for a divorce from his wife,

Mary Lea Turney. Named in petition: Lewis Fletcher, Joseph Cotton

& Charles Lowery.

Marion 1823 66

Cowan, William Petition of William Luckey asking compensation for service




Blount 1822 16

Cox, Absalom Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny

Allen Farmer. Named in petition: William Cox. Statements by:

Zephaniah & Elizabeth R. Orange, Absalom & Judith H. Cox,

Benjamin Moore, C.T. & Elizabeth Thomas, & Adcock Hobson.

Smith 1823 104

Cox, Judith H. Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Cox, William Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Craig, William Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Crawford, Hiriam Petition of William P. Crawford asking a reward for apprehending

criminal, Charles Lewallen. Named in petition: Hiriam Crawford.

Maury 1822 62

Crawford, Josiah Petition of Josiah Crawford asking for a loan of $400.00. Bledsoe 1822 66

Crawford, William P. Petition of William P. Crawford asking a reward for apprehending


Maury 1822 62

Crisp, Elisha C. Petition of Elisha C. Crisp and Alex Miller requesting release as

securities for debt of Thomas Howard.

Lawrence 1822 48

Crocker, Samuel Petition of Thomas Johnson, Samuel Crocket and Christopher

Waggoner asking compensation for land lost in Reelfoot Lake.

Named in petition: Frederick Miller. Copy of Miller land warrant in

folder.

Davidson,

Robertson

1822 23

Crockett, Dr. Petition of John Harrison asking to retail without a license.



Williamson 1823 76

Cumberland Mountain Petition from Bledsoe and Warren County concerning the failure of

William Raney & Company to maintain the road leading to the

turnpike road across Cumberland Mountain. (See also 1823-127 &

1823-130)

Bledsoe,

Warren

1823 120

Cunningham, Aaron Petition of Aaron Cunningham requesting to practice law without a

license. (300 supporting signatures.)

Lawrence 1823 25

Cunningham, James Petition of Margaret Cunningham asking title to a portion of land in



McMinn 1822 78

Cunningham, John Petition from Marion County regarding John Cunningham’s mill on

Battle Creek.

Marion 1823 19

Cunningham, Margaret Petition of Margaret Cunningham asking title to a portion of land in



McMinn 1822 78

Currin, John Petition of Hartwell Miles asking land for services in Indian Wars.



Baldridge.

Davidson 1823 78

Dalherty, (General) Petition from citizens on the County line asking they be allowed to

continue holding musters in Jefferson County instead of Sevier

County. Named in petition: Col. Wear & Gen. Dalherty.

Jefferson,

Sevier

1823 65

Dam Petition from sundry citizens of Humphreys and Henry Counties

asking that Zachariah Wyatt be permitted to build a mill/dam across

Sandy River.

Humphrey,

Henry

1822 25

Dam Petition of Valentine Devalt asking to build a dam and fish traps on

Watauga River.

Washington 1823 36

Dam Petition of 49 citizens of Maury County asking that Richard


Maury 1823 44

Dam Petition from Sullivan County regarding Adam Boyd and his dam on

the Holston River.

Sullivan 1823 121

Dam Petition asking that Joseph and John Greer be permitted to build a

mill/dam on Elk River.

Lincoln 1823 122

Danforth, Isaiah Petition of residents south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers

asking reimbursement for legal expenses in proving their land

claims. Named in petition: Stokeley Donalson, Isaiah Danforth, and

Land Law of 1806.

Blount 1822 3

Davidson, Samuel Petition of James McClanahan regarding an occupant land claim.



Blount 1822 10

Davidson, Sarah Petition of James Conner regarding a North Carolina land warrant.


Davidson.

1822 18

Davis, Isham F. Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Davis, Mariott Petition of Edward Jones requesting a duplicate military land grant.


Davis.

Wilson 1822 30

Davis, Nicholas Petition from Capt. Lawrence’s Company recommending George

Doherty & Nicholas Davis for Justice of the Peace. (327 signatures)

Jefferson 1822 11


Number

Davis, Polly Petition of Joshua Newman asking relief from need to post a security



Maury 1822 15

Davis, Sally Petition of Sally Davis asking for land in Hiwassee District. Jefferson,

Greene

1823 113

Davis, Thomas E. Petition of Nathan Green for Elizabeth Pack, an Indian woman,



Lowry.

Marion 1823 41

Davis, William Petition from Henderson County regarding William Davis and a

certain land warrant.

Henderson 1823 50

DeLoach, William Petition of Stephen Mitchell asking relief from judgment in suit of

William DeLoach. Named in petition: Alexander Hill, Esquire.

Warren 1823 23

Devalt, Valentine Petition of Valentine Devalt asking to build a dam and fish traps on

Watauga River.

Washington 1823 36

Deweese, Agnes Long Petition of Morgan Deweese asking for a divorce from his wife



White 1822 98

Deweese, Morgan Petition of Morgan Deweese asking for a divorce from his wife



White 1822 98

Dibbrell, Anthony Petition of William Mitchell, John McElhiney & Anthony Dibbrell

concerning land for a lead mine in the Hiwassee District.

McMInn 1823 117

Dickerson, William Petition of William Dickerson, William K. Vance and George

Gillespie offering a gift of land for the erection of a new court house

in the town of Greeneville.

Greene 1823 80

Dickerson, William Dr. Petition of John Harrison asking to retail without a license.



Williamson 1823 76

Dickson County,

boundaries

Petition from the town of Vernon concerning boundary line of

Hickman and Dickson Counties and other grievances.

Hickman,

Dickson

1822 58

Dickson, Ann Miller Petition of Samuel Dickson asking for a divorce from his wife Ann




Overton 1822 46

Dickson, Samuel Petition of Samuel Dickson asking for a divorce from his wife Ann




Overton 1822 46

Divorce Petition of James Cooper asking for a divorce from his wife, Sara





Anderson 1822 4

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




Robertson 1822 28

Divorce Petition of Samuel Dickson asking for a divorce from his wife Ann




Overton 1822 46

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

Elijah Arthey.

Bledsoe 1822 56

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



Cocke 1822 63

Divorce Petition of Nancy Beason asking for a divorce from husband, John

Beason.

Hardin 1822 71

Divorce Petition of Sally Cook asking for a divorce from her husband John F.




Rutherford 1822 93

Divorce Petition of William McClure asking for a divorce from his wife

Rebecca Smith McClure. Statement of James McClure.

Montgomery 1822 95

Divorce Petition of William Campbell asking for a divorce from his wife


signatures.)

Cocke 1822 96

Divorce Petition of Morgan Deweese asking for a divorce from his wife



White 1822 98

Divorce Petition of Jerusha Scholl asking for a divorce from her husband

Milton Scholl.

Davidson 1822 99

Divorce Petition of Mary Taylor asking for a divorce from her husband

Samuel Taylor.

Sullivan 1822 100

Divorce Petition of Catherine Bailey asking for a divorce from her husband



1822 101

Divorce Petition of Elizabeth Sandlin asking for a divorce from her husband

Randolph Sandlin. (13 Supporting signatures.) Letters from Rudolph

Sandlin.

Washington 1822 103

Divorce Petition of Sally Queener Brassfield asking for a divorce from her


Mr. Petterson.

1822 104

Divorce Petition of Peggy McNabb asking for a divorce from her husband

John McNabb.

Carter 1822 105

Divorce Petition of Polly Fletcher asking for a divorce from her husband

Edmond Fletcher. (12 supporting signatures.)

Wilson 1822 106

Divorce Petition of David McNabb asking for a divorce for his wife

Margarette McNabb. Named in petition: William Owins. Statements

by John McInturff, Violet Swaner, Lucinda Dunkin & George

Slagle.

Carter 1822 107

Divorce Petition of Lewis Hill asking for a divorce from his wife Cyra Hill.

Statement of Cyra Hill declaring her marriage void.

1822 108

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

Milly Elizabeth Clinton Sherman. Statement of Milly Shearman

agreeing to a divorce. Statements of William Wood, Wilson M.

Sarrett & D. Minns. (60 supporting signatures.)

Humphreys 1822 109

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

Andrew Harris. Named in petition: Peggy Howard. (40 supporting

signatures.)

Overton 1822 110

Divorce Petition of Reuben P. Graham asking for a divorce from his wife

Nancy Graham. (34 supporting signatures.)

Davidson 1822 111

Divorce Petition of Jane Painter asking for a divorce from her husband Jacob

P. Painter. Statements of William Stuffle & Elizabeth Miller.

Sullivan 1822 112

Divorce Petition of Elizabeth Ferguson Cardwell asking for a divorce from


Hall.

Washington 1822 113

Divorce Petition of Elizabeth Ogle asking for a divorce from her husband

James Ogle.

Bledsoe 1822 114

Divorce Petition of Jane Jones asking for a divorce from her husband



Sumner 1823 6

Divorce Statement of Rowland Hodges and Jacob Brown concerning petition


Sumner 1823 8

Divorce Petition of Derinda Stone for a divorce from her husband Lemuel

Stone. Statement by Charnel Russ & Avarilla Green Russ.

Maury 1823 21

Divorce Petition of Hopkins S. Turney asking for a divorce from his wife,


& Charles Lowery.

Marion 1823 66


Number

Divorce Petition of Judah Myers asking for a divorce from her husband, John

Myers. (27 supporting signatures.)

Williamson 1823 67

Divorce Petition of Nancy Jones Cooper asking for a divorce from her


1823 70

Divorce Petition of James J. Maxwell asking for a divorce from his wife,

Elizabeth Springfield Maxwell. Statements by Lydia Maxwell,

Elizabeth Maxwell & John W. Maxwell. (23 supporting signatures.)

Rutherford 1823 72

Divorce Petition of George Greer asking for a divorce from his wife, Rachel

Gely Greer. Named in petition: Brian Guin, (17 supporting

signatures.)

Stewart 1823 84

Divorce Petition of Elizabeth Williams asking for a divorce from her

husband, Nicholas Williams. Named in petition: Albert Hoas, her

first husband now deceased. (13 supporting signatures.)

Warren 1823 85

Divorce Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Divorce Petition of Henry Price asking for a divorce from his wife, Rynay



McMinn 1823 115

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

Clarender Hooper. Named in petition: Cynthia Merritt.

Perry 1823 129

Divorce Petition of Rawly Duncan asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary



Anderson 1823 152

Dodson, John Petition from McMinn County regarding John Dodson and land to

produce sugar.

McMinn 1823 111

Doherty, George Petition from Capt. Lawrence’s Company recommending George


Jefferson 1822 11

Doherty, George

(General)

Petition of Robert Rhea asking for a quarter section of land in the

Hiwassee District. Notes his time in service with Colonel Williams,

General James White, General George Doherty and General Taylor.

Blount 1822 38

Donalson, Stokeley Petition of residents south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers



Land Law of 1806.

Blount 1822 3

Douglas, Jonathan Petition of Overton and Fentress Counties regarding the county line.

Named in petition: Jonathan Douglas. (Many signatures)

Fentress,

Overton

1823 128

Douglas, Jonathan Petition of Overton and Fentress Counties to correct the county lines

and to resituate the county seat. Named in petition: Jonathan

Douglas.

Fentress,

Overton

1823 131

Douthie, Ambrose Petitions from Stewart County recommending the following be

appointed as Justice of the Peace: John Lee for Captain Hogan’s

Company; Adam McGee for Captain Purtle’s Company; & John R.

Shultz, Stephen Smart, Ambrose Douthie & John Terrill.

Stewart 1823 150

Dowell, Archibald Petition of Bedford County asking that Archibald Dowell be

appointed as Justice of the Peace for Captain George Lander’s

Company to replace resigning John Thompson.

Bedford 1823 96

Doyal, John Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

Doyle, John L. Petition of William Babb asking for a divorce from his wife,




Robertson 1822 28

Duck River Petition of 49 citizens of Maury County asking that Richard


Maury 1823 44

Dugger, Lawson Petition of Lawson Goodwin asking his name be legally established.

(Born as Lawson Dugger.)

Carter 1823 97

Duncan, Mary Petition of Rawly Duncan asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary



Anderson 1823 152

Duncan, Rawly Petition of Rawly Duncan asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary



Anderson 1823 152

Dunkin, Lucinda Petition of David McNabb asking for a divorce for his wife



Slagle.

Carter 1822 107

Dunlap, Robert Petition of Sheriff David Richardson asking compensation for

posting reward for escaped criminal, Robert Dunlap. Named in

petition: Mitchell Marcum, Gov. McMinn & Gilles Edwards.

Statements by Thomas Peterson & A. N. Montgomery.

Campbell 1822 51

Durham, Joseph Petition of Joseph Durham regarding a land entry. Perry 1823 91

Durham, Thomas Petition from Sumner County asking that Thomas Durham be

allowed to peddle goods and liquor without a license.

Sumner 1823 7

Dyer, Abram Petition of Joel J. Dyer regarding a Deed of Conveyance. Named in


Smith 1822 54

Dyer, Joel J. Petition of Joel J. Dyer regarding a Deed of Conveyance. Named in


Smith 1822 54

Dyer, John Petition of Joel J. Dyer regarding a Deed of Conveyance. Named in


Smith 1822 54

East Tenn. College Petition of the trustees of East Tennessee College asking their share

of income from school lands to help with construction of buildings.

Knox 1822 33

Edmundson, Robert Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Edwards, Gilles Petition of Sheriff David Richardson asking compensation for




Campbell 1822 51

Elk River Petition asking that Joseph and John Greer be permitted to build a


Lincoln 1823 122

English, Matthew Petition of George Gordon asking permission to build a toll bridge


Roane 1822 39

Espey, William Petition of William Espey regarding a land grant in West Tenn.


Madison 1822 76

Essary, John Petition from Perry County regarding land claim of John Essary. Perry 1823 90

Estate Settlement Petition of Elizabeth Saunders asking permission to administrate

deceased husband’s estate.

Robertson 1822 117

Estate Settlement Petition from White County asking that Thomas Little be heir to

estate of brother, William Little.

White 1823 89

Estate Settlement Petition for John West & Hugh Montgomery, administrators of the



Franklin 1823 103

Etter, (Captain) Petition of Anderson County asking that Tobias Peters be appointed

as Justice of the Peace for Captain Etter’s Company caused by

resignation of Douglass Oliver.

Anderson 1823 148

Eury, Francis Petition of James Barkley asking compensation for a barn burned


Eury.

Warren 1823 63

Ewing, A. B. Petition of John Harrison asking to retail without a license.



Williamson 1823 76


Number

Farmer, Fanny Allen Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Farmer, John Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Fees, Constable Petition of John Kennedy asking reimbursement for constable fees in

the case of State of Tenn. vs. William Matthew and State of Tenn.

vs. Pegga Lockard.

Lawrence 1823 31

Fees, Juror’s Petition from Grainger County asking to raise juror’s fees. Grainger 1823 26

Fees, Justice of the

Peace

Petition from Sumner County asking a law be passed allowing fees

for those serving as Justice of the Peace.

Sumner 1822 86

Fentress County Petition from Warren and Fentress Counties regarding the upkeep of

a certain road by William Rainy and Company. (See also 1823-120

& 1823-130)

Warren,

Fentress

1823 127

Fentress County,

boundaries

Petition of Overton and Fentress Counties regarding the county line.


Fentress,

Overton

1823 128

Fentress County,

boundaries

Petition of Overton and Fentress Counties to correct the county lines


Douglas.

Fentress,

Overton

1823 131

Ferry Petition asking that public ferries be required to carry people to

worship on Sunday free of charge.

1822 89

Finley, John Petition of William S. Scott regarding occupant claim on property




Blount 1822 8

Fisk, Moses The survey opinion of Moses Fisk concerning Tennessee Virginia

State Line.

1823 137

Fite, Thomas Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Fletcher, Edmond Petition of Polly Fletcher asking for a divorce from her husband


Wilson 1822 106

Fletcher, Lewis Petition of Hopkins S. Turney asking for a divorce from his wife,


& Charles Lowery.

Marion 1823 66

Fletcher, Polly Petition of Polly Fletcher asking for a divorce from her husband


Wilson 1822 106

Floyd, Jonathan Petition from Lincoln County asking that a part of their land be



Bedford,

Lincoln

1822 22

Force, Albert B. Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Force, Albert B. Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph




1823 146

Foute, Daniel B. Petition asking that Daniel B. Foute be appointed as Notary Public. Blount 1823 110

Franklin County, roads Petition from Franklin County to authorize Mr. George Casserton to

cut a turnpike road.

Franklin 1823 46

Franklin, David Petition of Isaac H. Ward regarding land west of the Tenn. River.



1823 11

French Broad River Petition of residents south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers



Land Law of 1806.

Blount 1822 3

Fulton, Thomas Petition of Thomas Fulton regarding land. Named in petition: Elijah



Smith 1822 92

Fulton, William Petition of Thomas Fulton regarding land. Named in petition: Elijah



Smith 1822 92

Gamble, Charles

(Sheriff)

Petition asking relief for Charles Gamble, Sheriff of Hamilton

County.

Hamilton 1822 70

Ganbery, Patsay Petition of Henry Price asking for a divorce from his wife, Rynay



McMinn 1823 115

Garland, Samuel Petition of Samuel Garland regarding a lost land warrant. Named in


Rutherford 1822 91

Gibbs, John Petition of Rawly Duncan asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary



Anderson 1823 152

Gibbs, William Petition asking a duplicate Land Grant be issued to William Gibbs.



Knox 1822 7

Gibson County Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Gideon, Roger Petition of Roger Gideon regarding a land grant or other relief for

Revolutionary War service. Named in petition: Gen. Clarke.

Roane 1823 79

Giger, George Petition from the Trustee of Pine Chapel Meeting House, a

Methodist Episcopal Church, asking for land to build a school on.

Named in petition: George Giger & Chester Sobly.

Jefferson 1823 52

Gillespie, Allen

(Justice)

Petition of Greene County Justices of the Peace in support of Justice

Allen Gillespie. Joshua Rayston had asked for Gillespie

impeachment.

Greene 1822 55

Gillespie, George Petition of William Dickerson, William K. Vance and George



Greene 1823 80

Gillespie, George Petition of Samuel Norwood, Albert Carr and John Scott regarding a


Gillespie.

Franklin 1823 99

Gillespie, James Petition of Thomas Fulton regarding land. Named in petition: Elijah



Smith 1822 92

Goodwin, Lawson Petition of Lawson Goodwin asking his name be legally established.

(Born as Lawson Dugger.)

Carter 1823 97

Gordon, George Petition of George Gordon asking permission to build a toll bridge


Roane 1822 39

Gordon, John (Captain) Petition of Hartwell Miles asking land for services in Indian Wars.



Baldridge.

Davidson 1823 78

Gossage, William Petition of Henry Price asking for a divorce from his wife, Rynay



McMinn 1823 115


Number

Graham, Charles Petition of William Kinny regarding land. Statements by John

Reeves and Charles Graham. (37 supporting signatures.)

Perry 1823 20

Graham, Nancy Petition of Reuben P. Graham asking for a divorce from his wife


Davidson 1822 111

Graham, Reuben P. Petition of Reuben P. Graham asking for a divorce from his wife


Davidson 1822 111

Grainger County Petition asking that a new county be formed by taking parts of



Anderson,

Campbell,

Claiborne,

Grainger,

Knox

1823 95

Graves, George

(Captain)

Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

Gray, Scott Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Gray, Thomas Tax Statements for the years 1821, 1822 from Thomas Gray, Sheriff

of Henry County.

Henry 1823 35

Gray, Thomas Petition of Thomas Gray asking refund of over paid taxes. Henry 1823 61

Green, Joseph, General Petition by the heirs of General Joseph Green regarding a North

Carolina land grant issued to him.

1823 106

Green, Nathan Petition of Nathan Green for Elizabeth Pack, an Indian woman,



Lowry.

Marion 1823 41

Greene County, court

house

Petition of William Dickerson, William K. Vance and George



Greene 1823 80

Greer, George Petition of George Greer asking for a divorce from his wife, Rachel


signatures.)

Stewart 1823 84

Greer, John Petition asking that Joseph and John Greer be permitted to build a


Lincoln 1823 122

Greer, Joseph Statement of Joseph Greer regarding land claims of Andrew and


1822 102

Greer, Joseph Petition asking that Joseph and John Greer be permitted to build a


Lincoln 1823 122

Greer, Rachel Gely Petition of George Greer asking for a divorce from his wife, Rachel


signatures.)

Stewart 1823 84

Grooms, James Petition asking that James Grooms be restored to full rights of

citizenship.

Bedford 1822 17

Guilford County Petition from citizens West of Hardin County asking they be

organized as a new county to be known as Guilford County. (137

signatures)

Hardin,

Guilford

1823 71

Guin, Brian Petition of George Greer asking for a divorce from his wife, Rachel


signatures.)

Stewart 1823 84

Halbert, William Petition of Alex M. Swenney regarding a piece of land. Named in


Hardin 1823 30

Hall, Easter Petition of Elizabeth Ferguson Cardwell asking for a divorce from


Hall.

Washington 1822 113

Hall, Roswell Petition of Elizabeth Ferguson Cardwell asking for a divorce from


Hall.

Washington 1822 113

Hamilton, Joseph Letter from Joseph Hamilton to Jacob Peck regarding the

appointment of two Justice of Peace in Jefferson County.

Jefferson 1822 35

Hammons, John Petition of William Campbell asking for a divorce from his wife


signatures.)

Cocke 1822 96

Hardeman County Petition of citizens living below Madison County asking that they be

organized as a new county. (Hardeman County)

Hardeman 1823 16

Hardeman, Thomas A report of Thomas Hardeman of the resignation of Pleasant Russell,

Berry Nolen, William Logan, Samuel Wells, Francis Jackson,

Hinckey Petway, Owen T. Watkins & David Mason as Justices of

the Peace.

Williamson 1822 85

Hardin County Petition from citizens West of Hardin County asking they be

organized as a new county to be known as Guilford County. (137

signatures)

Hardin,

Guilford

1823 71

Harpeth River Memorial of Montgomery Bell asking loan of $12,000.00 to finance


denial of the loan.

Dickson 1822 47

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


signatures.)

Overton 1822 110

Harris, Andrew Petition of Amey Harris asking for a divorce from her husband,


signatures.)

Overton 1822 110

Harris, Archibald Petition of Sally Cook asking for a divorce from her husband John F.




Rutherford 1822 93

Harris, Richard Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Harris, Thomas A. Petition of Sally Cook asking for a divorce from her husband John F.




Rutherford 1822 93

Harrison, John Petition of John Harrison asking to hawk and peddle liquor without a

license.

Williamson 1822 83

Harrison, John Petition of John Harrison asking to retail without a license.



Williamson 1823 76

Hasten, Benjamin Petition of Sally Cook asking for a divorce from her husband John F.




Rutherford 1822 93

Hawkins County, road Petition from Hawkins & Sullivan Counties regarding repair and


Hawkins,

Sullivan

1823 119

Hawkins, James Petition of James Hawkins asking relief by way of piece of land for

his Revolutionary War service.

Roane 1823 83

Henderson County,

boundaries

Deposition of George W. Oliver as given to Henry H. Brown from



Rutherford,

Perry,

Henderson

1823 112

Hendricks, Edom Petition of Edom Hendricks asking compensation for a gun



1822 27


Number

Henry County Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Hickman County Petition from citizens of Cane Creek regarding the southern line of

Hickman County and the location of the County seat.

Hickman 1822 32

Hickman County Petition of 193 citizens of Hickman County regarding the location of

the county seat.

Hickman 1822 94

Hickman County,

boundaries

Petition from citizens of Cane Creek regarding the southern line of

Hickman County and the location of the County seat.

Hickman 1822 32

Hickman County,

boundaries

Petition from the town of Vernon concerning boundary line of

Hickman and Dickson Counties and other grievances.

Hickman,

Dickson

1822 58

Hickman County, court

house

Petition from commissioners of Hickman County asking to sell the

old court house in the town of Vernon.

Hickman 1823 37

Hill, Alexander

(Esquire)

Petition of Stephen Mitchell asking relief from judgment in suit of


Warren 1823 23

Hill, Cyra Petition of Lewis Hill asking for a divorce from his wife Cyra Hill.


1822 108

Hill, Lewis Petition of Lewis Hill asking for a divorce from his wife Cyra Hill.


1822 108

Hiwassee District Petition of land owners on the Little Tennessee River asking land

preference to adjoining land across the River in the Hiwassee

District.

Blount 1822 13

Hiwassee District Petition of Robert Rhea asking for a quarter section of land in the



Blount 1822 38

Hiwassee District Petition of citizens who purchased land in Hiwassee District prior to

establishment of Indian Reservation.

McMinn 1822 41

Hiwassee District Petition of Margaret Cunningham asking title to a portion of land in



McMinn 1822 78

Hiwassee District Petition of 275 citizens of Monroe County asking land purchase

preference in Hiwassee District.

Monroe 1822 81

Hiwassee District Petition of Sally Davis asking for land in Hiwassee District. Jefferson,

Greene

1823 113

Hiwassee District Petition of William Mitchell, John McElhiney & Anthony Dibbrell


McMInn 1823 117

Hoas, Albert Petition of Elizabeth Williams asking for a divorce from her



Warren 1823 85

Hobson, Adcock Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Hodges, Rowland Statement of Rowland Hodges and Jacob Brown concerning petition


Sumner 1823 8

Hogan, (Captain) Petitions from Stewart County recommending the following be




Stewart 1823 150

Hold, Harrison F.

(Jailer)

Petition of Harrison F. Hold, asking compensation for expenses

while serving as Warren County jailer.

Warren 1823 60

Holland, Richard Petition of George Caperton regarding a turnpike road. Statement by


Franklin 1823 18

Hollett, (Captain) Petition of Dr. Howson Kenner asking land compensation for service

in Revolutionary War. Named in petition: Gen. Marlow, Captain

Vincent, Captain Hollett & Thomas Williams.

Hawkins 1823 135

Holston River Petition of residents south of the French Broad and Holston Rivers



Land Law of 1806.

Blount 1822 3

Holston River Petition from Sullivan County regarding Adam Boyd and his dam on

the Holston River.

Sullivan 1823 121

Hooper, Clarender Petition of Mary Hooper asking for a divorce from her husband,


Perry 1823 129

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


Perry 1823 129

Hopkins, Neal Petition of Hartwell Miles asking land for services in Indian Wars.



Baldridge.

Davidson 1823 78

Horgett, Frederick Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Horton, John Petition of Captain Abraham Stow’s Company recommending


Peace.

Henry 1823 149

Houston, James Petition of James Houston showing claims for ammunition and

supplies procured by him to protect Houston Station during Indian

War of 1788 by order of Colonel Daniel Kennedy.

Blount 1823 153

Houston, James Jr. Petition from John Houston,Sr., Robert Houston, John Houston, Jr.,

and James Houston, Jr. asking a turnpike road be built from

Maryville Tennessee to the Tuckeseegee River in North Carolina.

Blount 1822 5

Houston, John Sr. Petition from John Houston,Sr., Robert Houston, John Houston, Jr.,



Blount 1822 5

Houston, Jorn Jr. Petition from John Houston,Sr., Robert Houston, John Houston, Jr.,



Blount 1822 5

Houston, Robert Petition from John Houston,Sr., Robert Houston, John Houston, Jr.,



Blount 1822 5

Howard, Peggy Petition of Amey Harris asking for a divorce from her husband,


signatures.)

Overton 1822 110

Howard, Thomas Petition of Elisha C. Crisp and Alex Miller requesting release as


Lawrence 1822 48

Huff, Daniel Petition of Daniel Huff, Edward Rily, James Overton & John

Overton asking for land to build a salt works.

Claiborne 1823 39

Hughes, James Petition asking that James Hughes be pardoned from perjury charge. Williamson 1822 88

Hughes, William Petition of William S. Scott regarding occupant claim on property




Blount 1822 8

Hulme, Susan Childress Petition of Susan Childress Hulme asking to be free of debts of her


Williamson 1822 61

Hulme, Thomas Petition of Susan Childress Hulme asking to be free of debts of her


Williamson 1822 61

Hulse, James P. (Brig.

Major)

Affidavit of Brig. Major James P. Hulse concerning mileage traveled

for service with First Brigade of Tennessee Militia.

Sullivan 1823 118

Humphreys County,

annexation

Petition of citizens of south west Stewart County asking they be

annexed to Humphreys County.

Humphreys,

Stewart

1822 115

Humphreys, Jesse Petition of Mary Humphreys asking she be enabled to retain the

property of her husband, Jesse Humphreys, without giving bond &

security.

Carter 1823 69


Number

Humphreys, Mary Petition of Mary Humphreys asking she be enabled to retain the

property of her husband, Jesse Humphreys, without giving bond &

security.

Carter 1823 69

Hunt, Nathaniel Petition of Nathaniel Hunt asking compensation for collecting taxes

in Franklin County while sheriff.

Franklin 1822 73

Impeachment Petition of Greene County Justices of the Peace in support of Justice


impeachment.

Greene 1822 55

Indian War (1788) Petition of James Houston showing claims for ammunition and



Blount 1823 153

Indian Wars Petition of Morrison Kenner asking compensation for services in

Indian War.

Hawkins 1822 34

Indian, Cherokee Petition of Jenny McIntosh, a Cherokee Indian, asking the privileges

of a white female citizen.

1822 44

Indians, Chickasaw Petition of settlers who have made improvements on lands recently

purchased from the Chickasaw asking relief or compensation for

those improvements.

1822 42

Iron Works Memorial of Montgomery Bell asking loan of $12,000.00 to finance


denial of the loan.

Dickson 1822 47

Irvin, Andrew Petition from Stewart County asking Andrew Irvin be appointed as



Stewart 1823 147

Jackson, Francis A report of Thomas Hardeman of the resignation of Pleasant Russell,



the Peace.

Williamson 1822 85

Jarman, Robert

(General)

Petition from Perry County asking to change name of their county

seat from Perryville to Jarman, in honor of Gen. Robert Jarman.

Perry 1822 2

Jarman, TN - name

change



Perry 1822 2

Jefferson County,

annexation

Petition from citizens of Sevier County living north of Tuckyhoe

asking to be annexed to Jefferson County.

Sevier,

Jefferson

1823 14

Jefferson County,

boundaries

Petition of those residing south of French Broad and Holston Rivers



Jefferson,

Cocke

1823 38

Jefferson, TN Petition of George Simpson asking loan of $5,000.00. Facing

bankruptcy since legislature moved capital town of Jefferson.

Rutherford 1823 136

Johnson, Amos Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Johnson, Gideon Petition of Hartwell Miles asking land for services in Indian Wars.



Baldridge.

Davidson 1823 78

Johnson, M. Petition of Catherine Bailey asking for a divorce from her husband



1822 101

Johnson, Stanley Petition from Perry County asking relief for Stanley Johnson from

paying a fine.

Perry 1823 105

Johnson, Thomas Petition of Thomas Johnson, Samuel Crocket and Christopher



folder.

Davidson,

Robertson

1822 23

Jones, Edward Petition of Edward Jones requesting a duplicate military land grant.


Davis.

Wilson 1822 30

Jones, Jane Petition of Jane Jones asking for a divorce from her husband



Sumner 1823 6

Jones, Jane Statement of Rowland Hodges and Jacob Brown concerning petition


Sumner 1823 8

Jones, Philip Petition of Samuel Dickson asking for a divorce from his wife Ann




Overton 1822 46

Jones, William Petition of Jane Jones asking for a divorce from her husband



Sumner 1823 6

Jones, William Petition of William Jones, a Revolutionary War veteran and 40 year

minister of the Gospel, asking for a land grant in McMinn County.

Claiborne,

McMinn

1823 114

Justice of Peace Petition from Greene County regarding Justice of the Peace fees. Greene 1823 27

Justice of the Peace Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

Justice of the Peace Petition from Capt. Lawrence’s Company recommending George


Jefferson 1822 11

Justice of the Peace Letter from Joseph Hamilton to Jacob Peck regarding the

appointment of two Justice of Peace in Jefferson County.

Jefferson 1822 35

Justice of the Peace Petition from Henderson County asking that Henry H. Brown be

appointed as Justice of the Peace.

Henderson 1822 43

Justice of the Peace Petition of Greene County Justices of the Peace in support of Justice


impeachment.

Greene 1822 55

Justice of the Peace A report of Thomas Hardeman of the resignation of Pleasant Russell,



the Peace.

Williamson 1822 85

Justice of the Peace Petition from Sumner County asking a law be passed allowing fees

for those serving as Justice of the Peace.

Sumner 1822 86

Justice of the Peace Petition from Maury County asking James Wilkins be appointed as a

Justice of the Peace.

Maury 1822 90

Justice of the Peace Petition from Roane County asking for 1.) the examination of school



Alley.

Roane 1823 40

Justice of the Peace Petition to Rep. James Barns of Hardin County from members of




Hardin 1823 74

Justice of the Peace Petition of Bedford County asking that Archibald Dowell be



Bedford 1823 96

Justice of the Peace Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138


Number

Justice of the Peace Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Justice of the Peace Petition of Shelby County to permanently establish a seat of Justice




Shelby 1823 141

Justice of the Peace Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking John McKee

be appointed a Justice of the Peace.

1823 142

Justice of the Peace Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph

Larewell be appointed a Justice of the Peace.

1823 143

Justice of the Peace Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Lisha Parker


1823 144

Justice of the Peace Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Isaac H. Ward


1823 145

Justice of the Peace Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph




1823 146

Justice of the Peace Petition from Stewart County asking Andrew Irvin be appointed as



Stewart 1823 147

Justice of the Peace Petition of Anderson County asking that Tobias Peters be appointed



Anderson 1823 148

Justice of the Peace Petition of Captain Abraham Stow’s Company recommending


Peace.

Henry 1823 149

Justice of the Peace Petitions from Stewart County recommending the following be




Stewart 1823 150

Justice of the Peace Petition from Town of Murfreesboro asking Peter N. Smith be

appointed as Justice of the Peace to be appointed.

Rutherford 1823 151

Kain, James Petition of James Kain regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:


1823 10

Keith, (Judge) Petition of Margaret Cunningham asking title to a portion of land in



McMinn 1822 78

Kennedy, Daniel

(Colonel)

Petition of James Houston showing claims for ammunition and



Blount 1823 153

Kennedy, John Petition of John Kennedy asking reimbursement for constable fees in


vs. Pegga Lockard.

Lawrence 1823 31

Kenner, Howson, Dr. Petition of Dr. Howson Kenner asking land compensation for service



Hawkins 1823 135

Kenner, Morrison Petition of Morrison Kenner asking compensation for services in

Indian War.

Hawkins 1822 34

Killingsworth, William Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

King, (Captain) Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

Kinny, William Petition of William Kinny regarding land. Statements by John


Perry 1823 20

Kirby, David Petition of Jane Jones asking for a divorce from her husband



Sumner 1823 6

Knox County Petition asking that a new county be formed by taking parts of



Anderson,

Campbell,

Claiborne,

Grainger,

Knox

1823 95

Land Petition of David McNabb regarding a land entry. Served in

Revolutionary War under General Marion.

Carter 1823 98

Land Entry Petition of James McFarland regarding a land entry. (see also

petition # 1821-84 and Acts of Tennessee 1821 Chapter 200 Section

5 Page 193)

Jefferson,

Greene

1823 101

Land Claims Statement of Joseph Greer regarding land claims of Andrew and


1822 102

Land Claims Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Land Grant Petition asking a duplicate Land Grant be issued to William Gibbs.



Knox 1822 7

Land Grant Petition of Edward Jones requesting a duplicate military land grant.


Davis.

Wilson 1822 30

Land Grant Petition of William Espey regarding a land grant in West Tenn.


Madison 1822 76

Land Grant Petition of John and Jeremiah McKenzie regarding a Thomas Owen


(see 1822-64)

1822 80

Land Grant Petition of James Perry regarding conflicting claims over a land


Armstrong.

Hickman 1822 87

Land Grant Petition by the heirs of General Joseph Green regarding a North

Carolina land grant issued to him.

1823 106

Land Grant Petition of Phebe Campbell asking for a land grant. Her late

husband died of snake bite.

McMinn 1823 108

Land Grant Petition from McMinn County asking a land grant be given to

Elizabeth McMurray.

McMinn 1823 109

Land Grant Petition of William Jones, a Revolutionary War veteran and 40 year

minister of the Gospel, asking for a land grant in McMinn County.

Claiborne,

McMinn

1823 114

Land Office Petition of those residing south of French Broad and Holston Rivers



Jefferson,

Cocke

1823 38

Land Warrant Petition of John G. Blount regarding lost land warrants. Maury 1822 37

Land Warrant Petition regarding land warrant south and west of Congressional line. 1822 40


Number

Land Warrant Petition of Samuel Garland regarding a lost land warrant. Named in


Rutherford 1822 91

Land Warrant Petition of James Kain regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:


1823 10

Land Warrant Petition of William Spencer, heir of Thomas Spencer, regarding a


Rutherford 1823 34

Land Warrant Petition of Jesse Benton regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:


1823 48

Land Warrant Petition from Henderson County regarding William Davis and a

certain land warrant.

Henderson 1823 50

Land Warrant, NC Petition of James Conner regarding a North Carolina land warrant.


Davidson.

1822 18

Land Warrants Petition of William Nash and Redmund B. Nash regarding land

warrants.

1823 64

Land, Occupant Rights Petition from settlers in the Hiwassee District asking occupant rights

to land.

1823 5

Land, School Petition regarding the sale of school lands and the use of monies

earned from such sales.

1822 6

Land, School Petition from the Trustee of Pine Chapel Meeting House, a



Jefferson 1823 52

Land, School Petition from Greene County regarding the setting off of school

lands per Act of 1806.

Greene 1823 81

Lander, George

(Captain)

Petition of Bedford County asking that Archibald Dowell be



Bedford 1823 96

Lands, Indian Petition of citizens who purchased land in Hiwassee District prior to

establishment of Indian Reservation.

McMinn 1822 41

Lands, Indian Petition of settlers who have made improvements on lands recently

purchased from the Chickasaw asking relief or compensation for

those improvements.

1822 42

Lands, School Petition from Roane County asking for 1.) the examination of school



Alley.

Roane 1823 40

Larewell, Joseph Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph

Larewell be appointed a Justice of the Peace.

1823 143

Law, practice Petition of Aaron Cunningham requesting to practice law without a

license. (300 supporting signatures.)

Lawrence 1823 25

Lawrence County Petition from Lawrence County for and against the moving of the

county seat. (Many signatures)

Lawrence 1823 1

Lawrence County Petition from Lawrence County asking to re-locate the County Seat. Lawrence 1823 2

Lawrence County Petition from Lawrence County detailing progress on the

establishment of the county seat and expressing opposition to a

petition for relocating the county seat.

Lawrence 1823 3

Lawrence, (Captain) Petition from Capt. Lawrence’s Company recommending George


Jefferson 1822 11

Laws, Debtor’s Petition from Lincoln County to repeal the law allowing the

imprisonment of debtors.

Lincoln 1823 47

Laws, Debtor’s Petition from Rutherford County regarding debtor’s law. (67

signatures)

Rutherford 1823 77

Laws, Execution Petition asking repeal of certain execution law passed in 1820. 1822 84

Laws, Fence Petition from Montgomery County asking that the fence laws be

amended.

Montgomery 1823 82

Laws, Judicial Petition of the White County Grand Jury asking certain changes in

Judiciary Laws.

White 1823 126

Laws, Militia Petition from Greene County to amend the Militia Laws.

Greene 1823 33

Laws, School Lands Petition from commissioners of Monroe County asking law

regarding school lands be amended.

Monroe 1822 79

Lead Mine Petition of William Mitchell, John McElhiney & Anthony Dibbrell


McMInn 1823 117

Lee, John Petitions from Stewart County recommending the following be




Stewart 1823 150

Lewallen, Charles Petition of William P. Crawford asking a reward for apprehending


Maury 1822 62

License, Merchants Petition of Louisa Schorn asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

Jefferson 1822 36

License, Merchants Petition of John Harrison asking to hawk and peddle liquor without a

license.

Williamson 1822 83

License, Merchants Petition from Sumner County asking that Thomas Durham be


Sumner 1823 7

License, Merchants Petition of Jeremiah Parker asking to hawk and peddle without a

license.

Giles 1823 22

License, Merchants Petition of Hiram Putnam asking to hawk and peddle without a

license.

Hamilton 1823 45

License, Merchants Petition of Elizabeth Tucker asking permission to hawk and peddle

without a license.

Robertson 1823 58

License, Merchants Petition of John Harrison asking to retail without a license.



Williamson 1823 76

Lincoln County,

annexation

Petition from Lincoln County asking that a part of their land be



Bedford,

Lincoln

1822 22

Linvill, Mary Petition of James McClanahan regarding an occupant land claim.



Blount 1822 10

Liquor Petition of Louisa Schorn asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

Jefferson 1822 36

Liquor Petition of John Harrison asking to hawk and peddle liquor without a

license.

Williamson 1822 83

Liquor Petition from Sumner County asking that Thomas Durham be


Sumner 1823 7

Little, Thomas Petition from White County asking that Thomas Little be heir to


White 1823 89

Little, William Petition from White County asking that Thomas Little be heir to


White 1823 89

Livestock Petition from Carter County asking that stock belonging to citizens

of Washington County not be allowed to range in Carter County.

Carter,

Washington

1823 87

Lockard, Pegga Petition of John Kennedy asking reimbursement for constable fees in


vs. Pegga Lockard.

Lawrence 1823 31

Logan, William A report of Thomas Hardeman of the resignation of Pleasant Russell,



the Peace.

Williamson 1822 85

Logue, William Petition of William Logue regarding land. Named in petition and

affidavits of William Mitchell & Isham Perkins.

White 1822 97

Lottery Petition of John McCracken asking permission to hold a lottery. Lawrence 1823 12

Lowery, Charles Petition of Hopkins S. Turney asking for a divorce from his wife,


& Charles Lowery.

Marion 1823 66

Lowry, John Petition of Nathan Green for Elizabeth Pack, an Indian woman,



Lowry.

Marion 1823 41


Number

Luckey, William Petition of William Luckey asking compensation for service




Blount 1822 16

Lutrell, Lewis Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

Madison County Petition of citizens living below Madison County asking that they be

organized as a new county. (Hardeman County)

Hardeman 1823 16

Madison County Petition of those living south of Madison County to create a new

county.

Madison,

Hardeman

1823 92


county.

Madison,

Hardeman

1823 93


county.

Madison,

Hardeman

1823 94

Madison County Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Marcum, Mitchell Petition of Sheriff David Richardson asking compensation for




Campbell 1822 51

Marion, (General) Petition of David McNabb regarding a land entry. Served in


Carter 1823 98

Marlow, (General) Petition of Dr. Howson Kenner asking land compensation for service



Hawkins 1823 135

Martin, James H. Petition of James H. Martin asking for a trial by jury. Named in

petition: Elizabeth Miller.

Humphreys 1823 62

Martin, Lewis Petition from Lincoln County asking that a part of their land be



Bedford,

Lincoln

1822 22

Maryville, TN Petition from John Houston, Sr., Robert Houston, John Houston, Jr.,



Blount 1822 5

Masey, Adam Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Mason, David A report of Thomas Hardeman of the resignation of Pleasant Russell,



the Peace.

Williamson 1822 85

Matthew, William Petition of John Kennedy asking reimbursement for constable fees in


vs. Pegga Lockard.

Lawrence 1823 31

Maury, A. Petition of Shelby County to permanently establish a seat of Justice




Shelby 1823 141

Maxwell, Elizabeth

Springfield

Petition of James J. Maxwell asking for a divorce from his wife,



Rutherford 1823 72

Maxwell, James J.,

(Captain)

Petition of James J. Maxwell asking for a divorce from his wife,



Rutherford 1823 72

Maxwell, John W. Petition of James J. Maxwell asking for a divorce from his wife,



Rutherford 1823 72

Maxwell, Lydia Petition of James J. Maxwell asking for a divorce from his wife,



Rutherford 1823 72

McCain, (Mr.) Petition of Isaac Clark asking relief for a wound received making an



Sumner 1823 13

McClanaham, James Petition of William S. Scott regarding occupant claim on property




Blount 1822 8

McClanahan, James Petition of James McClanahan regarding an occupant land claim.



Blount 1822 10

McClung, Matthew Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

McClure, James Petition of William McClure asking for a divorce from his wife


Montgomery 1822 95

McClure, Rebecca

Smith

Petition of William McClure asking for a divorce from his wife


Montgomery 1822 95

McClure, William Petition of William McClure asking for a divorce from his wife


Montgomery 1822 95

McCoy, James Petition of James McCoy asking compensation for rifle used by


John Cocke.

1822 116

McCracken, John Petition of John McCracken asking permission to hold a lottery. Lawrence 1823 12

McCullough, James Petition from Lincoln County asking that a part of their land be



Bedford,

Lincoln

1822 22

McDowell, J. C. Petition of Catherine Bailey asking for a divorce from her husband



1822 101

McElhiney, John Petition of William Mitchell, John McElhiney & Anthony Dibbrell


McMInn 1823 117

McFarland, James Petition of James McFarland regarding a land entry. (see also

petition # 1821-84 and Acts of Tennessee 1821 Chapter 200 Section

5 Page 193)

Jefferson,

Greene

1823 101

McGee, Adam Petitions from Stewart County recommending the following be




Stewart 1823 150

McGee, John Petition of James Cooper asking for a divorce from his wife, Sara





Anderson 1822 4

McGee, William Dr. Petition of John Harrison asking to retail without a license.



Williamson 1823 76


Number

McIntosh, Jenny Petition of Jenny McIntosh, a Cherokee Indian, asking the privileges

of a white female citizen.

1822 44

McInturff, John Petition of David McNabb asking for a divorce for his wife



Slagle.

Carter 1822 107

McKee, John Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking John McKee


1823 142

McKensey, Jeremiah Petition of John Brown regarding land known as the Owen Grant.


Whiteside.

Maury 1822 64

McKensey, John Petition of John Brown regarding land known as the Owen Grant.


Whiteside.

Maury 1822 64

McKenzie, Jeremiah Petition of John and Jeremiah McKenzie regarding a Thomas Owen


(see 1822-64)

1822 80

McKenzie, John Petition of John and Jeremiah McKenzie regarding a Thomas Owen


(see 1822-64)

1822 80

McLemore, John C. Petition of John C. McLemore for Cullens Andrews & Sedgwick


land.

Davidson 1823 57

McMinn County Petition from McMinn County requesting the town of Calhoun be

made the County Seat.

McMinn 1822 49

McMinn County Petition of certain citizens of McMinn County regarding location of

a county seat. Many signatures.

McMinn 1822 65

McMinn County Petition of citizens of McMinn County asking the suspension of an

act concerning the location of the county seat. (see 1822-65)

McMinn 1822 77

McMinn, (Governor) Petition of Sheriff David Richardson asking compensation for




Campbell 1822 51

McMurray, Elizabeth Petition from McMinn County asking a land grant be given to

Elizabeth McMurray.

McMinn 1823 109

McNabb, David Petition of David McNabb asking for a divorce for his wife



Slagle.

Carter 1822 107

McNabb, David Petition of David McNabb regarding a land entry. Served in


Carter 1823 98

McNabb, John Petition of Peggy McNabb asking for a divorce from her husband

John McNabb.

Carter 1822 105

McNabb, Margarette Petition of David McNabb asking for a divorce for his wife



Slagle.

Carter 1822 107

McNabb, Peggy Petition of Peggy McNabb asking for a divorce from her husband

John McNabb.

Carter 1822 105

McNeely, James Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

McNeely, James Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph




1823 146

McOwen and Campbell Petition from Merchants McOwen & Campbell asking a tax refund

that was previously paid by importers of the goods taxed.

Williamson 1823 42

Merritt, Cynthia Petition of Mary Hooper asking for a divorce from her husband,


Perry 1823 129

Miles, Hartwell Petition of Hartwell Miles asking land for services in Indian Wars.



Baldridge.

Davidson 1823 78

Militia Petition of militia members south of the Tennessee River in Rhea

County asking they be allowed to hold separate musters.

Rhea 1822 67

Militia Petition of militia members south of the Tenn. River in Rhea County

asking for the establishment of a separate Battalion.

Rhea 1822 72

Militia Petition from citizens on the County line asking they be allowed to



Jefferson,

Sevier

1823 65

Militia, 43rd Regiment Petition of officers of 43rd Regiment asking for money being held

by Judge Advocate to use to equip their regiment.

1822 21

Militia, 47th Regiment Petition from Bedford County asking permission to form a military

company to be known as the Bedford Patriotic Company. Named in

petition: 47th Regiment of Tennessee Militia.

Bedford 1823 55

Militia, 4th Brigade Petition from Cavalry Officers of the 4th Brigade asking laws

regarding musters be amended.

1823 73

Militia, Bedford

Patriotic Company

Petition from Bedford County asking permission to form a military

company to be known as the Bedford Patriotic Company. Named in

petition: 47th Regiment of Tennessee Militia.

Bedford 1823 55

Militia, First Brigade Affidavit of Brig. Major James P. Hulse concerning mileage traveled

for service with First Brigade of Tennessee Militia.

Sullivan 1823 118

Mill Petition from sundry citizens of Humphreys and Henry Counties


Sandy River.

Humphrey,

Henry

1822 25

Mill Petition of Roger B. Sappington asking a loan from the State Bank to

assist him with improvements being made to his mill.

Davidson 1822 60

Mill Petition from Marion County regarding John Cunningham’s mill on

Battle Creek.

Marion 1823 19

Mill Petition asking that Joseph and John Greer be permitted to build a


Lincoln 1823 122

Mill Petition from Madison County concerning John Rosson and a mill. Madison 1823 123

Mill, cotton Memorial of John B. West asking for a loan to expand a cotton


Davidson 1822 26

Miller, Alex Petition of Elisha C. Crisp and Alex Miller requesting release as


Lawrence 1822 48

Miller, Elizabeth Petition of Jane Painter asking for a divorce from her husband Jacob


Sullivan 1822 112

Miller, Elizabeth Petition of James H. Martin asking for a trial by jury. Named in

petition: Elizabeth Miller.

Humphreys 1823 62

Miller, Frederick Petition of Thomas Johnson, Samuel Crocket and Christopher



folder.

Davidson,

Robertson

1822 23

Miller, Hugh Petition of Samuel Dickson asking for a divorce from his wife Ann




Overton 1822 46

Minns, D. Petition of George Shearman asking for a divorce from his wife,




Humphreys 1822 109

Mitchell, George Petition of Alex M. Swenney regarding a piece of land. Named in


Hardin 1823 30

Mitchell, Stephen Petition of Stephen Mitchell asking relief from judgment in suit of


Warren 1823 23


Number

Mitchell, William Petition of William Logue regarding land. Named in petition and


White 1822 97

Mitchell, William Petition of William Mitchell, John McElhiney & Anthony Dibbrell


McMInn 1823 117

Monley, Calib Petition of Allen Morris asking relief from fine of $50.00 for assault

and battery. Named in Petition: Calib Monley & Pleasant Watkins.

Statements by Jacob Scott & Pleasant Watkins.

Williamson 1823 75

Monroe County Petition from Monroe County asking an election be held to choose

commissioners to select the permanent location for a county seat.

Monroe 1822 82

Montgomery, A. N. Petition of Sheriff David Richardson asking compensation for




Campbell 1822 51

Montgomery, Hugh Petition for John West & Hugh Montgomery, administrators of the



Franklin 1823 103

Moore, Benjamin Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Morris, Allen Petition of Allen Morris asking relief from fine of $50.00 for assault



Williamson 1823 75

Murray, (Captain) Petition to Rep. James Barns of Hardin County from members of




Hardin 1823 74

Myers, John Petition of Judah Myers asking for a divorce from her husband, John


Williamson 1823 67

Myers, Judah Petition of Judah Myers asking for a divorce from her husband, John


Williamson 1823 67

Nash, Redmund B. Petition of William Nash and Redmund B. Nash regarding land

warrants.

1823 64

Nash, William Petition of William Nash and Redmund B. Nash regarding land

warrants.

1823 64

Navigation Petition of sundry citizens of Warren, White, Jackson and Smith

Counties requesting $10,000 be appropriated to open navigation on

the Caney Fork River.

Warren,

Smith,

Jackson, White

1822 20

Navigation Petition from Bledsoe County regarding the navigation of Sequatchie

River through Bledsoe and Marion Counties.

Bledsoe,

Marion

1822 29

Navigation Petition regarding navigation on the Sequatchie River. Marion,

Bledsoe

1822 68

Navigation Petition from Greene County regarding navigation of Lick Creek. Greene 1822 69

Navigation Petition regarding canals and the opening of waterways for

navigation.

McMinn 1822 75

Negro, Jim Petition from Williamson County asking relief for John Ragsdale.


signatures)

Williamson 1823 32

Nelson, John Petition of Sally Cook asking for a divorce from her husband John F.




Rutherford 1822 93

Netherton, John

(Captain)

Petition of Edom Hendricks asking compensation for a gun



1822 27

Newman, Daniel Petition of Daniel Newman asking state aid to complete a salt works. Campbell 1822 12

Newman, Joshua Petition of Joshua Newman asking relief from need to post a security



Maury 1822 15

Niel, Abner Petition of James Perry regarding conflicting claims over a land


Armstrong.

Hickman 1822 87

Nolen, Berry A report of Thomas Hardeman of the resignation of Pleasant Russell,



the Peace.

Williamson 1822 85

Norwood, Samuel Petition of Samuel Norwood, Albert Carr and John Scott regarding a


Gillespie.

Franklin 1823 99

Notary Public Petition asking that Daniel B. Foute be appointed as Notary Public. Blount 1823 110

Obion County Petition to establish a new county in the North West corner of the

state.

Obion 1823 29

Obion County Petition of citizens of northwest Tennessee to create a new County. Obion 1823 88

Obion County Petition from citizens of north west Tennessee asking that a new

county be established.

Obion 1823 107

Occupant Land Claim Petition of James McClanahan regarding an occupant land claim.



Blount 1822 10

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

James Ogle.

Bledsoe 1822 114

Ogle, James Petition of Elizabeth Ogle asking for a divorce from her husband

James Ogle.

Bledsoe 1822 114

Oliver, Douglass Petition of Anderson County asking that Tobias Peters be appointed



Anderson 1823 148

Oliver, George W. Deposition of George W. Oliver as given to Henry H. Brown from



Rutherford,

Perry,

Henderson

1823 112

Orange, Elizabeth R. Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Orange, Zephaniah Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Overton County Petition from citizens of Rhea County living south of the Tennessee

River to form a new county.

Overton, Rhea 1823 124

Overton County Petition of citizens of eastern Overton County to reduce Overton

County limits to constitutional size and to establish a new county.

Overton 1823 132

Overton County,

boundaries

Petition of Overton and Fentress Counties regarding the county line.


Fentress,

Overton

1823 128

Overton County,

boundaries

Petition of Overton and Fentress Counties to correct the county lines


Douglas.

Fentress,

Overton

1823 131

Overton County,

boundaries

Petition of citizens of eastern Overton County to reduce Overton

County limits to constitutional size and to establish a new county.

Overton 1823 132

Overton, James Petition of Daniel Huff, Edward Rily, James Overton & John


Claiborne 1823 39

Overton, John Petition of Daniel Huff, Edward Rily, James Overton & John


Claiborne 1823 39

Owen Grant Petition of John Brown regarding land known as the Owen Grant.


Whiteside.

Maury 1822 64

Owen, David Petition of Isaac H. Ward regarding land west of the Tenn. River.



1823 11

Owen, James Petition of John and Jeremiah McKenzie regarding a Thomas Owen


(see 1822-64)

1822 80


Number

Owen, John Petition of John and Jeremiah McKenzie regarding a Thomas Owen


(see 1822-64)

1822 80

Owen, Thomas Petition of John and Jeremiah McKenzie regarding a Thomas Owen


(see 1822-64)

1822 80

Owins, William Petition of David McNabb asking for a divorce for his wife



Slagle.

Carter 1822 107

Pack, Elizabeth (Indian) Petition of Nathan Green for Elizabeth Pack, an Indian woman,



Lowry.

Marion 1823 41

Page, John Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Painter, Jacob P. Petition of Jane Painter asking for a divorce from her husband Jacob


Sullivan 1822 112

Painter, Jane Petition of Jane Painter asking for a divorce from her husband Jacob


Sullivan 1822 112

Pardon Petition asking that James Hughes be pardoned from perjury charge. Williamson 1822 88

Parker, Jeremiah Petition of Jeremiah Parker asking to hawk and peddle without a

license.

Giles 1823 22

Parker, Lisha Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Lisha Parker


1823 144

Parrish, Joel Petition of Joel Parrish and Charles Cooper, employees of State


bank.

1822 59

Patterson, James Petition of Hartwell Miles asking land for services in Indian Wars.



Baldridge.

Davidson 1823 78

Payton, (Mr.) Petition of Isaac Clark asking relief for a wound received making an



Sumner 1823 13

Peck, Jacob Letter from Joseph Hamilton to Jacob Peck regarding the

appointment of two Justice of Peace in Jefferson County

Jefferson 1822 35

Peck, Jacob Petition of Jacob Peck regarding the publishing of Reported cases of

the Supreme Court.

1823 59

Perkins, Isham Petition of William Logue regarding land. Named in petition and


White 1822 97

Perkins, W. B. Petition of W.B. Perkins asking relief from dueling law. Williamson 1823 28

Perry County Petition from Perry County asking release from the current choice of



Perry 1822 45

Perry County,

boundaries

Deposition of George W. Oliver as given to Henry H. Brown from



Rutherford,

Perry,

Henderson

1823 112

Perry, James Petition of James Perry regarding conflicting claims over a land


Armstrong.

Hickman 1822 87

Perryville, TN - name

change



Perry 1822 2

Peters, Tobias Petition of Anderson County asking that Tobias Peters be appointed



Anderson 1823 148

Peterson, Thomas Petition of Sheriff David Richardson asking compensation for




Campbell 1822 51

Petterson, Mr. Petition of Sally Queener Brassfield asking for a divorce from her


Mr. Petterson.

1822 104

Pettypoole, Thomas Petition of Sally Cook asking for a divorce from her husband John F.




Rutherford 1822 93

Petway, Hinckey A report of Thomas Hardeman of the resignation of Pleasant Russell,



the Peace.

Williamson 1822 85

Philpot, Timothy Petition of Henry Price asking for a divorce from his wife, Rynay



McMinn 1823 115

Pine Chapel Meeting

House

Petition from the Trustee of Pine Chapel Meeting House, a



Jefferson 1823 52

Polk, William Petition of James Conner regarding a North Carolina land warrant.


Davidson.

1822 18

Poor House Petition from Robertson County asking to organize a poor house. Robertson 1823 86

Pope, Hardy Petition of Sally Cook asking for a divorce from her husband John F.




Rutherford 1822 93

Powell, Adkins Petition of 86 citizens of Robertson County asking Adkins Powell be

restored to full rights of citizenship.

Robertson 1823 24

Preston, John Petition of John Preston regarding town lots in Surgoinsville. Named

in petition: James Surgoin.

Hawkins 1823 15

Price, Henry Petition of Henry Price asking for a divorce from his wife, Rynay



McMinn 1823 115

Price, Rynay Petition of Henry Price asking for a divorce from his wife, Rynay



McMinn 1823 115

Pruitt, James Petition of James McClanahan regarding an occupant land claim.



Blount 1822 10

Purtle, (Captain) Petitions from Stewart County recommending the following be




Stewart 1823 150

Putman, Hiram Petition of Hiram Putnam asking to hawk and peddle without a

license.

Hamilton 1823 45

Queener, Daniel Petition of Sally Queener Brassfield asking for a divorce from her


Mr. Petterson.

1822 104

Ragins, John Petition of Catherine Bailey asking for a divorce from her husband



1822 101

Ragsdale, John Petition from Williamson County asking relief for John Ragsdale.


signatures)

Williamson 1823 32


Number

Rainey, William Petition of William Rainey and others concerning a turnpike road. Bledsoe 1823 43

Rainy, William Petition from Warren and Fentress Counties regarding the upkeep of


& 1823-130)

Warren,

Fentress

1823 127

Rainy, William Petition of Bledsoe and Warren Counties regarding a turnpike road

of William Rainy & Company. (See also 1823-120 & 1823-127)

Bledsoe,

Warren

1823 130

Ralston, John Petition of Shelby County to permanently establish a seat of Justice




Shelby 1823 141

Randal, William Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Raney, William Petition from Bledsoe and Warren County concerning the failure of

William Raney & Company to maintain the road leading to the

turnpike road across Cumberland Mountain. (See also 1823-127 &

1823-130)

Bledsoe,

Warren

1823 120

Rayston, Joshua Petition of Greene County Justices of the Peace in support of Justice


impeachment.

Greene 1822 55

Reece, Yarnell Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Reed, Robert Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Reelfoot Lake Petition of Thomas Johnson, Samuel Crocket and Christopher



folder.

Davidson,

Robertson

1822 23

Reeves, John Petition of William Kinny regarding land. Statements by John


Perry 1823 20

Relief, Taxes Petition of Clement F. Baldwin asking for relief from taxes. Named


Bedford 1823 116

Relief,Dueling Petition of W.B. Perkins asking relief from dueling law. Williamson 1823 28

Reynolds, Anderson Petition of James Cooper asking for a divorce from his wife, Sara





Anderson 1822 4

Rhea County Petition from citizens of Rhea County living south of the Tennessee

River to form a new county.

Overton, Rhea 1823 124

Rhea, Robert Petition of Robert Rhea asking for a quarter section of land in the



Blount 1822 38

Rice, John Petition of Elizabeth Ferguson Cardwell asking for a divorce from


Hall.

Washington 1822 113

Richardson, David

(Sheriff)

Petition of Sheriff David Richardson asking compensation for




Campbell 1822 51

Rily, Edward Petition of Daniel Huff, Edward Rily, James Overton & John


Claiborne 1823 39

Robertson, Charles Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Robertson, Elijah Petition of Thomas Fulton regarding land. Named in petition: Elijah



Smith 1822 92

Robinson, John Statement of Joseph Greer regarding land claims of Andrew and


1822 102

Rosson, John Petition from Madison County concerning John Rosson and a mill. Madison 1823 123

Royall, Joseph Petition of Clement F. Baldwin asking for relief from taxes. Named


Bedford 1823 116

Royall, Richard Petition of Clement F. Baldwin asking for relief from taxes. Named


Bedford 1823 116

Russ, Avanilla Green Petition of Derinda Stone for a divorce from her husband Lemuel


Maury 1823 21

Russ, Charnel Petition of Derinda Stone for a divorce from her husband Lemuel


Maury 1823 21

Russell, Pleasant A report of Thomas Hardeman of the resignation of Pleasant Russell,



the Peace.

Williamson 1822 85

Rutherford County,

annexation

Petition from a portion of Rutherford County asking to be annexed

to Bedford County. (many signatures)

Bedford,

Rutherford

1823 54

Rutherford County,

annexation

Petition of certain citizens of Rutherford County asking to be

annexed to Bedford County.

Rutherford,

Bedford

1823 68

Rutherford County,

boundaries

Petition from Rutherford County asking that no changes be made to

the size and boundaries of their county.

Rutherford 1823 49

Rutherford, Griffith Petition of Jesse Benton regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:


1823 48

Safford, William Statement of Joseph Greer regarding land claims of Andrew and


1822 102

Salaries, Government

Officers

Petition from Sumner County asking for a reduction in salaries of all

government officers.

Sumner 1823 4

Salt Mining Petition of certain salt miners asking for a land grant of 3000 acres to

be used in the manufacture of salt.

1822 19

Salt Works Petition of Daniel Newman asking state aid to complete a salt works. Campbell 1822 12

Salt Works Petition from Sumner County asking that salt works be kept enclosed

to prevent cattle from drinking the water.

Sumner 1822 31

Salt Works Petition of Daniel Huff, Edward Rily, James Overton & John


Claiborne 1823 39

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


Sandlin.

Washington 1822 103

Sandlin, Randolph Petition of Elizabeth Sandlin asking for a divorce from her husband


Sandlin.

Washington 1822 103

Sappington, Roger B. Petition of Roger B. Sappington asking a loan from the State Bank to


Davidson 1822 60

Sarrett, Wilson M. Petition of George Shearman asking for a divorce from his wife,




Humphreys 1822 109


Number

Saunders, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth Saunders asking permission to administrate

deceased husband’s estate.

Robertson 1822 117

Scholl, Jerusha Petition of Jerusha Scholl asking for a divorce from her husband

Milton Scholl.

Davidson 1822 99

Scholl, Milton Petition of Jerusha Scholl asking for a divorce from her husband

Milton Scholl.

Davidson 1822 99

School Lands Petition regarding the sale of school lands and the use of monies

earned from such sales.

1822 6

Schorn, Louisa Petition of Louisa Schorn asking permission to retail liquor without a

license.

Jefferson 1822 36

Scott, Jacob Petition of Allen Morris asking relief from fine of $50.00 for assault



Williamson 1823 75

Scott, John Petition of Samuel Norwood, Albert Carr and John Scott regarding a


Gillespie.

Franklin 1823 99

Scott, William S. Petition of William S. Scott regarding occupant claim on property




Blount 1822 8

Seat, William P. Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Sequatchie Valley Petition from Bledsoe County concerning a road across Sequatchie

Valley.

Bledsoe 1823 125

Sevier County,

annexation

Petition from citizens of Sevier County living north of Tuckyhoe

asking to be annexed to Jefferson County.

Sevier,

Jefferson

1823 14

Sharp, Abby Petition of Rawly Duncan asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary



Anderson 1823 152

Sharp, John Jr. Petition of Rawly Duncan asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary



Anderson 1823 152

Shearman, George Petition of George Shearman asking for a divorce from his wife,




Humphreys 1822 109

Shearman, Milly

Elizabeth Clinton

Petition of George Shearman asking for a divorce from his wife,




Humphreys 1822 109

Shelby County, court

house

Petition of Shelby County to permanently establish a seat of Justice




Shelby 1823 141

Shelby County,

boundaries

Petition of Shelby County to permanently establish a seat of Justice




Shelby 1823 141

Shelby County,

boundaries

Petition to permanently establish a seat of Justice and county

boundaries. (Map accompanying petition.)

Shelby 1823 154

Shelby County,

courthouse

Petition to permanently establish a seat of Justice and county

boundaries. (Map accompanying petition.)

Shelby 1823 154

Shell, Chris Petition of Chris Shell asking to build a toll bridge on Collins River.

Warren 1823 134

Shultz, John R. Petitions from Stewart County recommending the following be




Stewart 1823 150

Shutz, John R. Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Shutz, John R. Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph




1823 146

Simpson, George Petition of George Simpson asking loan of $5,000.00. Facing

bankruptcy since legislature moved capital town of Jefferson.

Rutherford 1823 136

Simpson, William Petition of James Kain regarding a land warrant. Named in petition:


1823 10

Slagle, George Petition of David McNabb asking for a divorce for his wife



Slagle.

Carter 1822 107

Smart, Stephen Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Smart, Stephen Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph




1823 146

Smart, Stephen Petitions from Stewart County recommending the following be




Stewart 1823 150

Smith County Petition from citizens of the south end of Smith County asking they

be allowed to form a new county.

Smith 1823 53

Smith, Daniel Petition of William Luckey asking compensation for service




Blount 1822 16

Smith, John Petition of William S. Scott regarding occupant claim on property




Blount 1822 8

Smith, Peter N. Petition from Town of Murfreesboro asking Peter N. Smith be

appointed as Justice of the Peace to be appointed.

Rutherford 1823 151

Snider, Peter Petition of William S. Scott regarding occupant claim on property




Blount 1822 8

Snodgrass, David

(Captain)

Petition of John Brooker requesting compensation for a rifle taken

by Capt. David Snodgrass for military use.

Sullivan 1822 53

Sobby, Chester Petition from the Trustee of Pine Chapel Meeting House, a



Jefferson 1823 52

Spencer, Thomas Petition of William Spencer, heir of Thomas Spencer, regarding a


Rutherford 1823 34

Spencer, William Petition of William Spencer, heir of Thomas Spencer, regarding a


Rutherford 1823 34


Number

Springs, Sedgwick Petition of John C. McLemore for Cullens Andrews & Sedgwick


land.

Davidson 1823 57

Standlye, Elijah Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Standlye, Elijah Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph




1823 146

State Bank Petition of Joel Parrish and Charles Cooper, employees of State


bank.

1822 59

State Bank Petition of Roger B. Sappington asking a loan from the State Bank to


Davidson 1822 60

Statton, John (Captain) Petition of James McCoy asking compensation for rifle used by


John Cocke.

1822 116

Stewart County,

annexation

Petition of citizens of south west Stewart County asking they be

annexed to Humphreys County.

Humphreys,

Stewart

1822 115

Stiffee, John Petition of John Stiffee to establish a town to be known as

Stiffeestown in Grainger County.

Grainger 1823 100

Stiffeestown, TN Petition of John Stiffee to establish a town to be known as

Stiffeestown in Grainger County.

Grainger 1823 100

Stith, Ferdinane Dr. Petition of John Harrison asking to retail without a license.



Williamson 1823 76

Stocks, John Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Stone, Derinda Petition of Derinda Stone for a divorce from her husband Lemuel


Maury 1823 21

Stone, Jacob F. Petition from Smith County asking that Jacob F. Stone, a free man of

color, be extended certain privileges.

Smith 1822 24

Stone, Lemuel Petition of Derinda Stone for a divorce from her husband Lemuel


Maury 1823 21

Stow, Abraham

(Captain)

Petition of Captain Abraham Stow’s Company recommending


Peace.

Henry 1823 149

Stuffle, William Petition of Jane Painter asking for a divorce from her husband Jacob


Sullivan 1822 112

Sugar Petition from McMinn County regarding John Dodson and land to

produce sugar.

McMinn 1823 111

Sullivan County, road Petition from Hawkins & Sullivan Counties regarding repair and


Hawkins,

Sullivan

1823 119

Supreme Court Petition of Jacob Peck regarding the publishing of Reported cases of

the Supreme Court.

1823 59

Surgion, James Petition of John Preston regarding town lots in Surgoinsville. Named


Hawkins 1823 15

Surgoinsville, TN Petition of John Preston regarding town lots in Surgoinsville. Named


Hawkins 1823 15

Swain, John Petition of Robert Cloud, widower of Mary Cloud, asking to sell his



Cloud in folder.

1822 74

Swaner, Violet Petition of David McNabb asking for a divorce for his wife



Slagle.

Carter 1822 107

Swenney, Alex M. Petition of Alex M. Swenney regarding a piece of land. Named in


Hardin 1823 30

Tax Collection Petition of Nathaniel Hunt asking compensation for collecting taxes

in Franklin County while sheriff.

Franklin 1822 73

Taxes Tax Statements for the years 1821, 1822 from Thomas Gray, Sheriff

of Henry County.

Henry 1823 35

Taxes, Refund Petition from Merchants McOwen & Campbell asking a tax refund

that was previously paid by importers of the goods taxed.

Williamson 1823 42

Taxes, Refund Petition of Thomas Gray asking refund of over paid taxes. Henry 1823 61

Taylor, (General) Petition of Robert Rhea asking for a quarter section of land in the



Blount 1822 38

Taylor, Isaac Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

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

Samuel Taylor.

Sullivan 1822 100

Taylor, Samuel Petition of Mary Taylor asking for a divorce from her husband

Samuel Taylor.

Sullivan 1822 100

Tazwell, TN Petition from Claiborne County regarding the selling of lots on

public square of Tazwell.

Claiborne 1823 17

Terrell, John Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Terrell, John Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph




1823 146

Terrill, John Petitions from Stewart County recommending the following be




Stewart 1823 150

Thomas, C. T. Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Thomas, Elizabeth Petition of John Farmer asking for a divorce from his wife, Fanny




Smith 1823 104

Thomas, John P. Petition of William Espey regarding a land grant in West Tenn.


Madison 1822 76

Thomas, Katherine Mrs. Petition of John Carmichael asking for a divorce from his wife,



Cocke 1822 63

Thompson, John Petition of Bedford County asking that Archibald Dowell be



Bedford 1823 96

Thrasher, Robert Petition to Rep. James Barns of Hardin County from members of




Hardin 1823 74


Number

Tindell, Robert Memorandum of vacancies for Knox County Justices of the Peace.




John Doyal.

Knox 1822 9

Tinkle, George Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

Tipton, Edward Petition of Amos Johnson concerning land claims by heirs of




Tipton.

Maury 1823 51

Tipton, Reubin Petition asking a duplicate Land Grant be issued to William Gibbs.



Knox 1822 7

Tucker, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth Tucker asking permission to hawk and peddle

without a license.

Robertson 1823 58

Turney, Hopkins S. Petition of Hopkins S. Turney asking for a divorce from his wife,


& Charles Lowery.

Marion 1823 66

Turney, Mary Lea Petition of Hopkins S. Turney asking for a divorce from his wife,


& Charles Lowery.

Marion 1823 66

Union County Petition asking that a new county be formed by taking parts of



Anderson,

Campbell,

Claiborne,

Grainger,

Knox

1823 95

University of North

Carolina

Petition of Trustees of the University of North Carolina seeking a

resolution to disputed land now in the state of Tennessee.

1822 118

Usrey, William Petition of Morgan Deweese asking for a divorce from his wife



White 1822 98

Vance, Lewis R. Petition from Jackson County asking Lewis R. Vance be allowed to

erect gates on a road being cut through his property in Buffalo

Valley.

Jackson 1823 133

Vance, William K. Petition of William Dickerson, William K. Vance and George



Greene 1823 80

Vincent, (Captain) Petition of Dr. Howson Kenner asking land compensation for service



Hawkins 1823 135

Waggoner, Christopher Petition of Thomas Johnson, Samuel Crocket and Christopher



folder.

Davidson,

Robertson

1822 23

Walker, (Doctor) Petition of William Luckey asking compensation for service




Blount 1822 16

Walker, John Petition of William S. Scott regarding occupant claim on property




Blount 1822 8

Walker, Samuel Petition of William S. Scott regarding occupant claim on property




Blount 1822 8

Ward, Isaac H. Petition of Isaac H. Ward regarding land west of the Tenn. River.



1823 11

Ward, Isaac H. Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Isaac H. Ward


1823 145

Ward, James Petition of Isaac H. Ward regarding land west of the Tenn. River.



1823 11

Warren County Petition from Warren and Fentress Counties regarding the upkeep of


& 1823-130)

Warren,

Fentress

1823 127

Warren, James Petition of Shelby County to permanently establish a seat of Justice




Shelby 1823 141

Watauga River Petition of Valentine Devalt asking to build a dam and fish traps on

Watauga River.

Washington 1823 36

Watkins, Owen T. A report of Thomas Hardeman of the resignation of Pleasant Russell,



the Peace.

Williamson 1822 85

Watkins, Pleasant Petition of Allen Morris asking relief from fine of $50.00 for assault



Williamson 1823 75

Wayne County Petition from Wayne County asking that a law be passed authorizing

the moving of the county seat to the center of the county. (Over 200

signatures.)

Wayne 1822 1

Weakley County Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Wear, (Colonel) Petition from citizens on the County line asking they be allowed to



Jefferson,

Sevier

1823 65

Webb, John Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Webb, Marty Petition of James Cooper asking for a divorce from his wife, Sara





Anderson 1822 4

Wells, Samuel A report of Thomas Hardeman of the resignation of Pleasant Russell,



the Peace.

Williamson 1822 85

West, John Petition for John West & Hugh Montgomery, administrators of the



Franklin 1823 103

West, John B. Memorial of John B. West asking for a loan to expand a cotton


Davidson 1822 26

While, James (General) Petition of Robert Rhea asking for a quarter section of land in the



Blount 1822 38


Number

White Creek Petition of George Gordon asking permission to build a toll bridge


Roane 1822 39

White, Benjamin Petition of those residing north of Madison County & west of Carroll







Gibson,

Madison,

Carroll

1823 139

White, John Petition of Catherine Bailey asking for a divorce from her husband



1822 101

Whiteside, Jenkins Petition of John Brown regarding land known as the Owen Grant.


Whiteside.

Maury 1822 64

Wilkins, James Petition from Maury County asking James Wilkins be appointed as a

Justice of the Peace.

Maury 1822 90

Williams, (Colonel) Petition of Robert Rhea asking for a quarter section of land in the



Blount 1822 38

Williams, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth Williams asking for a divorce from her



Warren 1823 85

Williams, Nicholas Petition of Elizabeth Williams asking for a divorce from her



Warren 1823 85

Williams, Thomas Petition of Dr. Howson Kenner asking land compensation for service



Hawkins 1823 135

Wills, Robert Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Wills, Robert Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph




1823 146

Wilson, Joseph Petition from Western District (Henry County) asking to form a new





Henry,

Weakley

1823 138

Wilson, Joseph Petition of West Tennessee Territorial citizens asking Joseph




1823 146

Wood, William Petition of George Shearman asking for a divorce from his wife,




Humphreys 1822 109

Wyatt, Zachariah Petition from sundry citizens of Humphreys and Henry Counties


Sandy River.

Humphrey,

Henry

1822 25

Wynn, Robert H. Petition of John C. McLemore for Cullens Andrews & Sedgwick


land.

Davidson 1823 57

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