Tennessee Petitions 1832 - 1833

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Academy – Petition of the Shelby County Court requesting funds for the Shelby 1833 240 Raleigh, TN construction of an academy at Raleigh, TN. Adoption Petition of Jesse Martin, Lezianne Slavins & Daniel Slavins regarding the Claiborne 1833 237 adoption of Polly Ann Martin and the changing of her name to Polly Ann Slavins. Ainsworth, Petition of Larkin Cardin asking relief from judgment & court cost for Monroe 1832 131 William Hiwassee District land claim. Named in petition: William Ainsworth, Robert Anderson & Cherokee Indian, Bellratler. Alexander, Petition from Captain Alexander’s Company recommending Samuel Warren 1832 57 (Captain) Denby, Phillip Hootenpile, and George W. Jewel for Justice of the Peace. Alford, B. Petition from Hardin County asking Macajah G. Allen be permitted to Hardin 1833 278 retail liquor without a license. (139 Supporting signatures.) Letter to John Rayburn & B. Alford included in folder. Allen, Lucinda Letter of William Hogan regarding an act for the benefit of Lucinda McMinn 1832 116 Allen & minor heirs of William Allen. Also named: Samuel Martin & Captain Thompson. Allen, Micajah G. Petition from Hardin County asking Macajah G. Allen be permitted to Hardin 1833 278 retail liquor without a license. (139 Supporting signatures.) Letter to John Rayburn & B. Alford included in folder. Allen, William Letter of William Hogan regarding an act for the benefit of Lucinda McMinn 1832 116 Allen & minor heirs of William Allen. Also named: Samuel Martin & Captain Thompson. Allen, William Petition of citizens asking the emancipation of a slave named Loo. Davidson 1833 145 Statement of Thomas Crutcher, Addison East & John H. Eaton. Also named: Major William Terrel Lewis & William Allen. (71 supporting signatures.) Anderson, John Petition of Elizabeth Kesee, the widow of Charles Kesee, asking 1833 32 G. permission to sell land in order to settle the estate. Statement of L. P. Cheatham, J. W. Horton & John G. Anderson. Anderson, Mary Petition of Mary R. Anderson asking for custody of her 5 year old White 1833 44 R. daughter, Nancy Anderson. Also named: Arthur Debrell. Anderson, Nancy Petition of Mary R. Anderson asking for custody of her 5 year old White 1833 44 daughter, Nancy Anderson. Also named: Arthur Debrell. Anderson, Robert Petition of Larkin Cardin asking relief from judgment & court cost for Monroe 1832 131 Hiwassee District land claim. Named in petition: William Ainsworth, Robert Anderson & Cherokee Indian, Bellratler. Anderson, Petition of Thomas Anderson Jr. asking permission to hawk and peddle Knox 1833 117 Thomas Jr. without a license. Anderson, Petition of John Beatty asking to emancipate a slave, Charles, and Davidson 1833 141 William E. permission for him to remain in TN with his family. Also named: George Yeger & William E. Anderson. Anthony, Alfred Petition of Franklin M. Brown asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Bedford 1833 257 Anthony Brown. Named in petition: Alfred Anthony. (See also 1833- 110) Arms, James Petition of George Gordon regarding his turnpike from White’s Creek to Roane 1833 204 Sparta. Named in petition: John Tollet, James Arms, Jesse Lincoln, George Dawson, Robert Burk & John Brown. Armstrong, Aaron Petition asking that Aaron Armstrong be permitted to erect a mill & Knox 1833 1 dam on the Holston River. Armstrong, Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 James from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Armstrong, John Petition of John Armstrong, Deputy Surveyor) regarding a land grant of McMinn 1833 200 Lewis Ross and asking a refund of money paid for the grant. Ashe, John Petition of Senators John Ashe, Sam Turney & W. A. Moore against a 1832 60 (Senator) resolution to re-open old land claims. Atkins, Isaac Petition of William Drake, G. W. Sevier & Alvin Cullom asking relief for Overton 1833 226 Isaac Atkins. Ausborn, Petition of John G. Clark asking for a divorce from his wife, Winny James Roane 1833 104 Rebecca Clark. Statements of Robert Campbell, Rebecca Ausborn, Marthy Scoggins & D. C. Sgoggins. Autry, John Petition of John Autry regarding land. Named in petition: John Lyon. Henderson 1832 23 Badgett, James, Petition of Nancy Banty asking for a divorce from her husband, Peter Knox 1832 82 Jr. Banty. Supporting statement of Sam Fleniker & James Badgett, Jr. Bailey, (Captain) Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills.

Baker, William H. Petition of Robert L. Mitchell & William H. Baker, executors of the White 1833 296 estate of Edward Holms, asking that Lydia, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in the will. Balch, John Petition of John Balch regarding a land grant. Named in petition: John Greene 1833 210 Gray, Peter Pitsinbargher & George Rinker. Ballard, Joseph Petition of Lucy Ballard asking for a divorce from Joseph Ballard. Giles 1833 263 Believing he was dead she had remarried to Richard Jamar. (See Private Act of TN 1833, Chapter 196, Section 1, Page 106.) Ballard, Lucy Petition of Lucy Ballard asking for a divorce from Joseph Ballard. Giles 1833 263 Believing he was dead she had remarried to Richard Jamar. (See Private Act of TN 1833, Chapter 196, Section 1, Page 106.) Ballinger, Hanah Statements of George Clevenger, Elizabeth Clevenger, William Ballinger, Jefferson 1833 155b Hanah Ballinger and Martha Bose regarding the divorce of Thomas & Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. (See also 1833-153 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92)

Ballinger, William Statements of George Clevenger, Elizabeth Clevenger, William Ballinger, Jefferson 1833 155b Hanah Ballinger and Martha Bose regarding the divorce of Thomas & Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. (See also 1833-153 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92) Band, Benjamin Petition from Henry County asking a bridge be erected at Big Sandy Henry 1833 186 River near the home of Benjamin Band. Bank Notes Petition of Samuel Martin regarding 1.) the circulation of small bank Anderson 1832 32 notes. 2.) Monetary rewards being offered to encourage the locating of salt water in Tennessee. Banks Petition regarding the establishment and regulations of banks. Named Tipton 1832 40 in petition: Dr. Froust. Banks A memorial from Smith County asking for the incorporation of a state Smith 1832 80 bank in Tennessee. (62 supporting Signatures) Banks Petition from Hardeman County asking for the establishment of a State Hardeman 1832 111 Bank at Memphis. Banks Petition from the western district requesting a charter for a State Bank Shelby 1832 143 at Memphis. Banks Petition asking that a State Bank be established in Nashville. Davidson 1832 144 Banks Petition to establish National Bank. 1832 147 Banks Petition of James Campbell and John Goodwin asking compensation for Franklin 1833 106 their service to the State Bank of TN. Statement of James Sharp. Banks Petition from Tipton County asking for a charter to establish for a bank Tipton 1833 132 at Randolph, TN. (6 pages of supporting signatures.) Banks Petition from Giles County asking that a bank be established at Pulaski, Giles 1833 181 TN. Banty, Nancy Petition of Nancy Banty asking for a divorce from her husband, Peter Knox 1832 82 Banty. Supporting statement of Sam Fleniker & James Badgett, Jr. Banty, Peter Petition of Nancy Banty asking for a divorce from her husband, Peter Knox 1832 82 Banty. Supporting statement of Sam Fleniker & James Badgett, Jr. Barker, Briggs Petition of Briggs Barker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Humphreys 1833 24 Barker. (25 Supporting Signatures.). Barker, Elizabeth Petition of Briggs Barker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Humphreys 1833 24 Barker. (25 Supporting Signatures.). Barker, John Petition of Samuel Dickens regarding a land warrant. Land survey Madison 1833 56 included in folder. Named in survey: Thomas Hickman, John Barker & Mr. Bowers. Barlow, Wyly Petition of John Catron regarding land for his iron works. Named in Lawrence 1832 7 petition: Wyly Barlow, James Waters, Jacob J. Waters, Daniel Layton, John Briley, Isaac Morris & Shadereck Morris. Basills, (Captain) Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Batte, America R. Petition of William P. Batte opposed to the petition of his wife, America Bedford 1833 267 R. Batte for a divorce. Statement by Edward C. Harrison. (28 Supporting Signatures. See also 1833-75) Batte, America R. Petition of America R. Eliam Batte asking for a divorce from husband, Williamson 1833 75 Eliam William P. Batte. Also named in petition: Edward Eliam. Statements of Kitchen Pate, Polly Pate, Jane Eliam, William Covington, Michael Pitman. Statement of William P. Batte opposing the divorce. (See also 1833-267) Batte, Thomas Petition of Thomas Batte asking permission to erect a mill & dam on Elk Lincoln, Giles 1833 3 River. Statement of C. Bright. (3 pages of signatures.) Batte, William P. Petition of America R. Eliam Batte asking for a divorce from husband, Williamson 1833 75 William P. Batte. Also named in petition: Edward Eliam. Statements of Kitchen Pate, Polly Pate, Jane Eliam, William Covington, Michael Pitman. Statement of William P. Batte opposing the divorce. (See also 1833-267) Batte, William P. Petition of William P. Batte opposed to the petition of his wife, America Bedford 1833 267 R. Batte for a divorce. Statement by Edward C. Harrison. (28 Supporting Signatures. See also 1833-75)

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Bazzel, Samuel Petition from Roane County asking that Samuel Bazzil, a free man of Roane 1833 276 color, be permitted to prove his accounts. Bean, Chapin Affidavit of Chapin Bean regarding the divorce of Samuel and Alizabeth Overton 1832 21 (Elizabeth) Walker. Also named: Michael Gomley. (See also 1832-76, 1833-234 and Private Acts of TN. 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.) Bean’s Station Petitions for and against charging tolls on salt wagons using the Bean’s Grainger 1832 44 Turnpike Station Turnpike. One from William Graham, commissioner for the road. Bean’s Station Petition from Grainger County asking for an extension of the Bean’s Grainger 1833 157 Turnpike Station Turnpike. Named in Petition: Colonel Lipscomb, Joseph Nor, Ely Hodges & Shadrack Morris. Beatty, John Petition of John Beatty asking to emancipate a slave, Charles, and Davidson 1833 141 permission for him to remain in TN with his family. Also named: George Yeger & William E. Anderson. Bedford County – Petition from Bedford, Warren and Franklin Counties opposed to Coffee, 1832 1 new county forming a new county (Coffee). (Many signatures.) Warren, Bedford, Franklin Beidleman, Henry Petition recommending the extension of a loan to Henry Beidleman for Warren 1832 35 the establishment of a woolen mill. Bell, Joseph E. Statement of Dr. Joseph E. Bell regarding the divorce of Martin Fry and Greene 1833 35 (Dr.) Letitia Walker Fry. Also named: Andrew Kennedy. Bell, Petition of Montgomery Bell asking a land preference for his Iron Works Davidson 1833 130 Montgomery at “The Narrows of Harpeth.” Also mentions his offer of land for a U. S. Armory. Bellratler Petition of Larkin Cardin asking relief from judgment & court cost for Monroe 1832 131 (Indian) Hiwassee District land claim. Named in petition: William Ainsworth, Robert Anderson & Cherokee Indian, Bellratler. Bennett, Martha Petition of Bennett Mason asking for a divorce from his wife, Martha Rutherford 1833 229 Bennett. (18 supporting Signatures.) Bennett, Mason Petition of Bennett Mason asking for a divorce from his wife, Martha Rutherford 1833 229 Bennett. (18 supporting Signatures.) Benton, Burrell Petition of Burrell Benton concerning his daughter Sarah Benton Perry 1833 23 Raymond and the divorce for David B. Raymond. (123 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 268, Section 1, Page 147.) Berry, James Statement of James Berry showing authorization for Alfred Hutcheson Rhea 1832 19b to sell merchandise in Rhea County Berryhill, William Petition of the Town Regiment of Nashville recommending William M. Davidson 1832 13 M. Berryhill be appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing Wilkins Tannerhill. Big Hatchie River Petition from citizens North of the Big Hatchie River asking to form a Tipton 1833 131 separate Militia Regiment. (279 supporting signatures.) Big Sandy River Petition from Henry County asking a bridge be erected at Big Sandy Henry 1833 186 River near the home of Benjamin Band. Bishop, James Petition of Lucinda Bishop, the wife of James Bishop asking she be given Maury 1833 38 the privilege of Feme Sole. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 62, Section 1, Page 34.) Bishop, Lucinda Petition of Lucinda Bishop, the wife of James Bishop asking she be given Maury 1833 38 the privilege of Feme Sole. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 62, Section 1, Page 34.) Bishop, William Petition of William Bishop, jailer of Dickson County, regarding jailer fees Dickson 1833 12 (Jailer) for keeping the prisoner, James Hale.

Blake, Samuel Petition of Sarah Compton regarding her request for a divorce from her Henry 1833 112 husband, John Compton. Statements of John Blakemore, M. H. Marr & Samuel Blake. (See also 1833-185.) Blakemore, Petition of Rebecca Blakemore & Henry Blakemore asking permission to Sumner 1833 220 Fielding sell land to settle the estate of Fielding Blakemore. Blakemore, Petition of Rebecca Blakemore & Henry Blakemore asking permission to Sumner 1833 220 Henry sell land to settle the estate of Fielding Blakemore. Blakemore, John Petition of Sarah Compton regarding her request for a divorce from her Henry 1833 112 husband, John Compton. Statements of John Blakemore, M. H. Marr & Samuel Blake. (See also 1833-185.) Blakemore, Petition of Rebecca Blakemore & Henry Blakemore asking permission to Sumner 1833 220 Rebecca sell land to settle the estate of Fielding Blakemore. Blakes, John W. Petition asking permission to conduct a lottery for the funding of a Lincoln 1833 70 bridge across Cane Creek. Named in petition: John W. Blakes. Blalock, Sary Petition of William Blalock asking for a divorce from his wife, Sary Bledsoe 1832 105 Blalock. (13 Supporting Signatures.) Blalock, William Petition of William Blalock asking for a divorce from his wife, Sary Bledsoe 1832 105 Blalock. (13 Supporting Signatures.) Bledsoe County – Petition of some citizens of Marion County asking a change be made of Bledsoe, 1832 104 boundaries the boundary with Bledsoe county so as to place them in Bledsoe Marion County. Bledsoe County – Petition of Bledsoe, Roane, Morgan, Rhea and White counties to form a Bledsoe, 1832 27 new county new county. Roane, Morgan, Rhea, White Bludworth, Petition from Humphreys County asking the appointment of William Humphreys 1832 119 William Bludworth as Justice of the Peace. Blys Ferry Petition of Thomas Riddle & John G. Smith regarding a turnpike charter. McMinn 1832 115 Also named: Major Robinson, John L. Killens, Samuel Findleys, William Suvals, James A. Whiteside & Blys Ferry.

Blythe, William Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship.

Bogard, Charles Petition of Charles Bogard asking relief from bail forfeited by John C. Stewart 1833 211 Stancil. Boiling Pot Petition asking compensation for Doctor John C. Haley & his son, Jacob Bledsoe, 1832 10 Haley, for work at Boiling Pot to improve navigation of the Tenn. River. Marion, Hamilton Bolivar, TN Petition of Elihue C. Crisp, surveyor for 10th District, asking to have Hardeman 1833 284 office at his home instead of the town of Bolivar. Bonderant, John Petition of John Stepp asking compensation for improvement to school McMinn 1833 228 land. Statement by John Bonderant & Richard Sharp. Booker, Peter R. Petition of Joseph H. Johnson regarding a lottery to fund construction Davidson, 1833 143 of a Masonic Lodge. Named in petition: Peter R. Booker, Patrick Maury McGuire, Pleasant Nelson, Henson Grove, Edward W. Dale & Dyer Pearl & County.

Bose, Martha Statements of George Clevenger, Elizabeth Clevenger, William Ballinger, Jefferson 1833 155b Hanah Ballinger and Martha Bose regarding the divorce of Thomas & Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. (See also 1833-153 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92) Bounds, Thomas Petition of John Jett seeking relief from judgment that he with John White 1833 288 Chisum & Thomas Bounds received as security for Joel Mitchell, Entry Taker. Bounty, foxes Petition of Sullivan County asking for a bounty to be placed on red Sullivan 1832 81 foxes. Bourland, Dubart Petition of Dubart S. Bourland and Mrs. Martha Wood regarding Fayette 1832 59 S. occupant claims. Named in petition: B. Kimbro, Stephen Wood & Thomas Galloway. Bowens, (Mr.) Petition of Samuel Dickens regarding a land warrant. Land survey Madison 1833 56 included in folder. Named in survey: Thomas Hickman, John Barker & Mr. Bowers. Bowles, Martin Petition of Martin Bowles asking a refund of the fine he paid for William 1833 173 Bowles and Hezekiah Harper. Bowles, William Petition of Martin Bowles asking a refund of the fine he paid for William 1833 173 Bowles and Hezekiah Harper. Boyd, James Petition of James Boyd & William McTeer, executors of William Boyd Blount. 1833 137 deceased, asking that a slave named Hardy be emaciated and permitted to remain in Tenn. Boyd, William Petition of James Boyd & William McTeer, executors of William Boyd Blount. 1833 137 deceased, asking that a slave named Hardy be emaciated and permitted to remain in Tenn. Bradford & Petition from Bradford & Dechard regarding a merchant’s license Lincoln, 1833 41 Dechard refund. Franklin Bradley, James Petition of James Bradley concerning jailer and transport fees for Hawkins, 1833 283 (Sheriff) prisoner, William Crutchfield to Sullivan County. Sullivan Bradley, John Petition of Margaret Clark Bradley asking for a divorce from her Dickson 1833 190 husband, John Bradley. Statement of Benjamin Clark. (See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 104, Section 2, Page 85 Granting Feme Sole) Bradley, Petition of Margaret Clark Bradley asking for a divorce from her Dickson 1833 190 Margaret Clark husband, John Bradley. Statement of Benjamin Clark. (See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 104, Section 2, Page 85 Granting Feme Sole) Brandon, Parmer Petition of Thomas Brandon, Pramer Brandon, Frederick Wyrick & Rhea 1833 238 William Wyrick regarding court cost. Court transcript included. Brandon, Thomas Petition of Thomas Brandon, Pramer Brandon, Frederick Wyrick & Rhea 1833 238 William Wyrick regarding court cost. Court transcript included. Breeden, Jane Petition of Jane Pharis Breeden asking for a divorce from her husband, Jackson 1833 40 Pharis Linsey Breeden. (25 Supporting Signatures) Breeden, Linsey Petition of Jane Pharis Breeden asking for a divorce from her husband, Jackson 1833 40 Linsey Breeden. (25 Supporting Signatures) Brennan, John Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. Brewer, (Mr.) Petition of Charles A. Dorian asking compensation for arresting and Hardin, 1833 277 transporting James Jones to McMinn Co, for trial. Named in petition: McMinn Mr. Hurst & Mr. Brewer.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Brewer, Mark P. Affidavit of Mark P. Brewer regarding the conviction of James Jones of Hardin, 1833 246 Grand Larceny in McMinn County. McMinn Bridge Petition from White & Warren Counties recommending Daniel Walling White, 1832 96 be given a charter to build a bridge across Caney Fork River. Warren Bridge Petition of David McKinne asking permission to build a bridge on the Hardeman 1832 142 Hatchie River. Also named: William Simpson. Bridge Petition of Gilbert Woolsey asking permission to build a bridge across Greene 1833 37 the Nolichucky River. Bridge Petition from Jackson County against a second bridge at Broad Street in Jackson 1833 171 Nashville. Bridge Petition from Henry County asking a bridge be erected at Big Sandy Henry 1833 186 River near the home of Benjamin Band. Bright, C. Petition of Thomas Batte asking permission to erect a mill & dam on Elk Lincoln, Giles 1833 3 River. Statement of C. Bright. (3 pages of signatures.) Briley, John Petition of John Catron regarding land for his iron works. Named in Lawrence 1832 7 petition: Wyly Barlow, James Waters, Jacob J. Waters, Daniel Layton, John Briley, Isaac Morris & Shadereck Morris. Brooks, S. C. Petition of John Byrd regarding land. Named in petition: S. C. Brooks & Fayette 1833 285 John Murray. Statement by E. C. Crisp, surveyor. Brown, E. W. Statements of E. W. Brown, Mary Brown, & Katherine Brown regarding Bedford 1833 110 the request for a divorce by Franklin M. Brown from his wife Polly Anthony Brown. (5 Supporting Signatures. See Also 1833-257) Brown, Franklin Statements of E. W. Brown, Mary Brown, & Katherine Brown regarding Bedford 1833 110 M. the request for a divorce by Franklin M. Brown from his wife Polly Anthony Brown. (5 Supporting Signatures. See Also 1833-257) Brown, Franklin Petition of Franklin M. Brown asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Bedford 1833 257 M. Anthony Brown. Named in petition: Alfred Anthony. (See also 1833- 110) Brown, James Petition of Temple Taylor asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Lincoln 1833 116 Ollifant Taylor. Statements of William Cashion, James Brown, William George & Henry C. Taylor. Brown, James Petition from Hamilton County asking the privilege of citizenship for Hamilton 1833 147b James Brown, a half breed Cherokee. Brown, John Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam.

Brown, John Petition of George Gordon regarding his turnpike from White’s Creek to Roane 1833 204 Sparta. Named in petition: John Tollet, James Arms, Jesse Lincoln, George Dawson, Robert Burk & John Brown. Brown, John Petition from Roane County regarding the construction of a turnpike. Roane 1833 236 Named in petition: John Brown. Brown, Joseph Petition of Joseph Brown regarding a land preference. Maury 1833 205 Brown, Katherine Statements of E. W. Brown, Mary Brown, & Katherine Brown regarding Bedford 1833 110 the request for a divorce by Franklin M. Brown from his wife Polly Anthony Brown. (5 Supporting Signatures. See Also 1833-257) Brown, Mary Statements of E. W. Brown, Mary Brown, & Katherine Brown regarding Bedford 1833 110 the request for a divorce by Franklin M. Brown from his wife Polly Anthony Brown. (5 Supporting Signatures. See Also 1833-257)

Brown, Polly Statements of E. W. Brown, Mary Brown, & Katherine Brown regarding Bedford 1833 110 Anthony the request for a divorce by Franklin M. Brown from his wife Polly Anthony Brown. (5 Supporting Signatures. See Also 1833-257) Brown, Polly Petition of Franklin M. Brown asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Bedford 1833 257 Anthony Anthony Brown. Named in petition: Alfred Anthony. (See also 1833- 110) Brown, William Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 (Esquire) Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Brownsville, TN Petition from Haywood County regarding the incorporation of a rail Haywood 1833 102 road company to run from Jackson, TN to the Mississippi River by way of Brownsville, TN. Bryles, Ira Petition of Ira Bryles asking authorization to retail liquor without a Fayette 1832 45 license. Buchanan, Robert Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. Bullard, John Petition of John Bullard regarding land recently incorporated into the Maury, 1833 20 Town of Williamsport. Hickman Burk, Robert Petition of George Gordon regarding his turnpike from White’s Creek to Roane 1833 204 Sparta. Named in petition: John Tollet, James Arms, Jesse Lincoln, George Dawson, Robert Burk & John Brown. Burts, Joseph L. Petition of Joseph L. Burts protesting negroes working on farms without Washington 1833 93 white overseers. Named in petition: Colonel Wyly. Burtwell, John T. Petition of John T. Burtwell asking occupant rights to land for purpose McNairy 1833 60 of drilling for salt water. (40 supporting signatures.) Butler, C. S. Petition of C. S. Butler regarding land. Named in petition: Tyre Riddle. Henderson 1833 280 Butler, Henry Petition of Henry Butler asking permission to hawk and peddle without 1832 72 a license. (98 Supporting Signatures.) Butler, Mary Petition of Mary Butler asking for land preference. Named in petition: Roane 1832 62 Samuel Martin. Butler, Thomas Petition from Fentress County regarding Piles Turnpike and the failure Fentress 1833 7 of its present proprietors, Samuel Scott, Thomas Butler & William Marchbanks, to keep the road in good condition. Folder has letter to Senator Thomas Smith & Representative Samuel Turney from W. B. Richardson & Arthur R. Fogg. Butt, Radford Petition on behalf of Radford Butt asking he be permitted to hawk and Maury, 1833 25 peddle without a license. (96 Supporting Signatures.) Hickman Butterworth, Petition of Gabriel Dillard asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Jones Sumner 1833 273 Moses Dillard. Statement of Zack Talley, George W. Frazier, David Talley, Moses Butterworth & James Hutchison. Byers, Nicholas Petition of David Rupell, Arthur Henley and Nicholas Byers regarding Monroe 1833 127 land in the Hiwassee District. Byrd, John Petition of John Byrd regarding land. Named in petition: S. C. Brooks & Fayette 1833 285 John Murray. Statement by E. C. Crisp, surveyor. Cahal, James Petition of Rebecca Birdwell Cahal asking for a divorce from her Rhea 1833 97 husband, James Cahal. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 26, Section 1, Page 13.) Cahal, Rebecca Petition of Rebecca Birdwell Cahal asking for a divorce from her Rhea 1833 97 Birdwell husband, James Cahal. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 26, Section 1, Page 13.) Caldell, Joseph Petition of Thomas Fite, Joseph M. Caldell & Nelson J. Hoss regarding Gibson 1833 214 M. school funds. Caldwell, Petition of Sinderella Standfield Caldwell asking for a divorce from her Sumner 1832 141 Sinderella husband, William B. Caldwell. Also named in petition: Abraham Standfield Standfield, Elizabeth Lampkins, William H. Caldwell & a Negro, Parthena. Caldwell, William Petition of Sinderella Standfield Caldwell asking for a divorce from her Sumner 1832 141 B. husband, William B. Caldwell. Also named in petition: Abraham Standfield, Elizabeth Lampkins, William H. Caldwell & a Negro, Parthena. Caldwell, William Petition of Sinderella Standfield Caldwell asking for a divorce from her Sumner 1832 141 H. husband, William B. Caldwell. Also named in petition: Abraham Standfield, Elizabeth Lampkins, William H. Caldwell & a Negro, Parthena. Cambridge, Petition of Sterling S. Condray, George W. Williams & Elijah Thurman Hamilton 1832 33 Isabelt asking for a merchant’s license. Statement of Isabelt Cambridge. Campbell, James Petition of James Campbell and John Goodwin asking compensation for Franklin 1833 106 their service to the State Bank of TN. Statement of James Sharp. Campbell, James Petition from Fentress County recommending William Chilton, Esquire, Fentress 1832 15 (Esquire) be appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing James Campbell, Esquire. Campbell, Robert Petition of John G. Clark asking for a divorce from his wife, Winny James Roane 1833 104 Clark. Statements of Robert Campbell, Rebecca Ausborn, Marthy Scoggins & D. C. Sgoggins. Caney Fork River Petition from White & Warren Counties recommending Daniel Walling White, 1832 96 be given a charter to build a bridge across Caney Fork River. Warren Cannon, Petition of Benjamin B. Cannon & Asahel Rawlings to amend Hamilton 1833 169 Benjamin B. administration law. Cannon, Robert Petition of Ignatius F. Woods asking for a divorce from his wife, Susan Bedford 1833 111 (Colonel) Thompson Woods. Letter to Colonel Robert Cannon & Representative Richard Warner. Cantrell, Fransis Petition of Stephen Hicks asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Taylor Warren 1833 199 Hicks. Statements of Fransis Cantrell, Josiah Capshaw, John Reeves & Henry Hicks. Also named: William Taylor. Cantrell, Jane Petition of Jean (Jane) Cantrell asking to be divorced from her husband, 1833 47 (Jean) Lewis Cantrell. Cantrell, Jean Petition of Jean (Jane) Cantrell asking to be divorced from her husband, 1833 47 (Jane) Lewis Cantrell. Cantrell, Lewis Petition of Jean (Jane) Cantrell asking to be divorced from her husband, 1833 47 Lewis Cantrell. Capshaw, Josiah Petition of Stephen Hicks asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Taylor Warren 1833 199 Hicks. Statements of Fransis Cantrell, Josiah Capshaw, John Reeves & Henry Hicks. Also named: William Taylor. Cardin, Larkin Petition of Larkin Cardin asking relief from judgment & court cost for Monroe 1832 131 Hiwassee District land claim. Named in petition: William Ainsworth, Robert Anderson & Cherokee Indian, Bellratler. Carey, Patrick Petition of Patrick Carey, editor of the Knoxville Intelligence asking Knox 1833 119 (Editor) compensation for printing services. Named in petition: James Mallory, Sheriff of Stewart County, & William Williams Stewart County Court Clerk. Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Carey, William Petition of William Carey, County Court Clerk, regarding building an Campbell 1833 98 office on public square of Jacksboro, TN. Carlisle, James Petition of William W. Grant regarding a land grant of his late father, Davidson 1832 135 William Grant. Named in petition: Archibald Wood & James Carlisle. Carney, John Petition of James Eaton asking relief from paying a fine. Also named, Grainger 1833 160 John Carney. Carper, Adam Petition of Adam Carper asking for a divorce from his wife, Susanna Davidson 1833 138 Carper. Statement of Susan Carpet agreeing to the divorce. (28 Signature signatures.) Carper, Susanna Petition of Adam Carper asking for a divorce from his wife, Susanna Davidson 1833 138 (Susan) Carper. Statement of Susan Carpet agreeing to the divorce. (28 Signature signatures.) Carter County – Petition from Carter County regarding internal improvement. Carter 1833 78 Internal Improvements Carter, John Compliance Decree concerning the estate of David Crawley. Benjamin Williamson 1833 156 (Executor) Crawley & John Carter, executors. Also named: William A. Cook, Chancellor & Thomas Crutcher. Caruthers, Hugh Petition of Hugh Caruthers, administrators for the estate of David Hardeman 1833 217 Harris, regarding land. Also named: James Smith. Casey, C. R. Petition of John Haley asking compensation for clearing the Tenn. River Roane 1832 146 (Captain) for navigation. Also named: Colonel Long, Captain C. R. Casey, Mr. Dedrick, Mr. Jacobs, Mr. Cook, & the Steamer Knoxville Cashion, William Petition of Temple Taylor asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Lincoln 1833 116 Ollifant Taylor. Statements of William Cashion, James Brown, William George & Henry C. Taylor. Casils, Henry Petition of Henry Casils asking permission to retail liquor without a Madison 1833 89 license. (71 Supporting Signatures.) Castleman, John Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. Cate, Isaiah F. Petition from Captain Foust Company recommending Isaiah F. Cate be Henry 1832 50 appointed as Justice of the Peace. Catlett, Richard Petition of Richard Catlett asking the privilege to peddle without a Sevier 1833 50 license. (81 supporting signatures.) Catron, John Petition of John Catron regarding land for his iron works. Named in Lawrence 1832 7 petition: Wyly Barlow, James Waters, Jacob J. Waters, Daniel Layton, John Briley, Isaac Morris & Shadereck Morris. Chambers, Henry Petition from Capt. H. F. Rutherford’s Company recommending Henry Dyer 1833 287 R. R. Chambers & Jesse Goodman be appointed as Justice of the peace. Also named: Zachariah Payne, Esq. & John Keneley, Esq. Charleston Petition asking funding to survey a route to continue the Charleston 1833 62 Railroad Railroad to the Tennessee River. Chase, Margaret Petition of Allex S. Haley asking to legitimize his child Margaret A. Chase Roane 1833 260 A. and give her his name, Margaret A. Haley. Cheatham, L. P. Petition of Elizabeth Kesee, the widow of Charles Kesee, asking 1833 32 permission to sell land in order to settle the estate. Statement of L. P. Cheatham, J. W. Horton & John G. Anderson.

Cheek, James Petition of Daniel Green asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Hawkins 1833 281 McCawly Green. Statements of John Easley & James Cheek. (40 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 66, Section 1, Page 35.) Chesney, John Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Chesney, Sarah Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Childress, J. H. Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Chilhowee Petition of Asbury M. Coffey asking for a turnpike charter over McMinn 1833 57 Mountain Chilhowee Mt. to the TN / GA state line. Chilory, Mitchell Petition of Conrad Stevens, G. Flowers, John Thompson, Mitchell Humphreys 1833 113 Chilory, Dawsey P. Hudson & Ernis Ury asking monies raised by lottery (per Act of the Legislature 1826, Chapter 144, Section 1, Page 125) for bridge construction be transferred to the common school fund. Chilton, William Petition from Fentress County recommending William Chilton, Esquire, Fentress 1832 15 (Esquire) be appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing James Campbell, Esquire. Chilton, William, Petition of William Chilton, Jr. regarding a refund on land. Overton 1833 241 Jr. Chisum, John Petition of John Jett seeking relief from judgment that he with John White 1833 288 Chisum & Thomas Bounds received as security for Joel Mitchell, Entry Taker. Christian, (Dr.) Petition of John W. Lynn asking to be reimbursed for paying own doctor Fentress 1833 69 bills during the Creek Indian War. Also named in petition: Colonel Pipkin, Captain David Smith, Mr. Keel, Dr. Christian & John Wright. Statements of Joel Holbert & John Wright. Citizenship Petition of William M. Heron asking to be granted citizenship. McMinn 1832 100 Citizenship Petition asking relief from fine for Aaron Lancaster and his restoration Hickman 1833 22 to full citizenship. Citizenship Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Citizenship Petition of Charles Reese, Jr. & Henry D. Reese, half breed Cherokees, Hamilton 1833 147a asking for the privilege of citizenship. Citizenship Petition from Hamilton County asking the privilege of citizenship for Hamilton 1833 147b James Brown, a half breed Cherokee.

Citizenship Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Citizenship Petition of James Williams asking to be reinstated to citizenship. Lawrence 1833 201 Claibourne, Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 Thomas (Major) on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thos. Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Maj. John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. Clark, Benjamin Petition of Margaret Clark Bradley asking for a divorce from her Dickson 1833 190 husband, John Bradley. Statement of Benjamin Clark. (See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 104, Section 2, Page 85 Granting Feme Sole) Clark, Elizabeth Petition of the heirs of Thomas Clark asking to sell land for the benefit Knox 1833 163 of his minor daughter, Mary Ann Clark. Signed by John Clark, William Clark, Hugh Clark, James Craig, James W. Craig, Jr., & Robert Craig. Also named: wife, Elizabeth Clark. Clark, Hugh Petition of the heirs of Thomas Clark asking to sell land for the benefit Knox 1833 163 of his minor daughter, Mary Ann Clark. Signed by John Clark, William Clark, Hugh Clark, James Craig, James W. Craig, Jr., & Robert Craig. Also named: wife, Elizabeth Clark. Clark, Hugh M. Petition of Hugh M. Clark (half owner with Thomas Clark, deceased) Knox 1833 95 asking permission for the administrators of the estate, William Clark & James W. Craig, to sell land. Also named in petition: John Gilbreath & Jeremiah Gamble. Clark, John Petition of the heirs of Thomas Clark asking to sell land for the benefit Knox 1833 163 of his minor daughter, Mary Ann Clark. Signed by John Clark, William Clark, Hugh Clark, James Craig, James W. Craig, Jr., & Robert Craig. Also named: wife, Elizabeth Clark. Clark, John G. Petition of John G. Clark asking for a divorce from his wife, Winny James Roane 1833 104 Clark. Statements of Robert Campbell, Rebecca Ausborn, Marthy Scoggins & D. C. Sgoggins. Clark, Mary Ann Petition of the heirs of Thomas Clark asking to sell land for the benefit Knox 1833 163 of his minor daughter, Mary Ann Clark. Signed by John Clark, William Clark, Hugh Clark, James Craig, James W. Craig, Jr., & Robert Craig. Also named: wife, Elizabeth Clark.

Clark, Thomas Petition of Hugh M. Clark (half owner with Thomas Clark, deceased) Knox 1833 95 asking permission for the administrators of the estate, William Clark & James W. Craig, to sell land. Also named in petition: John Gilbreath & Jeremiah Gamble.

Clark, Thomas Petition of the heirs of Thomas Clark asking to sell land for the benefit Knox 1833 163 of his minor daughter, Mary Ann Clark. Signed by John Clark, William Clark, Hugh Clark, James Craig, James W. Craig, Jr., & Robert Craig. Also named: wife, Elizabeth Clark. Clark, Thomas Petition asking for the emancipation of the slave, Peter Hawkins, and Roane 1833 298 that he be allowed to remain in the Tennessee. Also named: Thomas Clark. Clark, William Petition of Hugh M. Clark (half owner with Thomas Clark, deceased) Knox 1833 95 asking permission for the administrators of the estate, William Clark & James W. Craig, to sell land. Also named in petition: John Gilbreath & Jeremiah Gamble.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Clark, William Petition of the heirs of Thomas Clark asking to sell land for the benefit Knox 1833 163 of his minor daughter, Mary Ann Clark. Signed by John Clark, William Clark, Hugh Clark, James Craig, James W. Craig, Jr., & Robert Craig. Also named: wife, Elizabeth Clark. Clark, Winny Petition of John G. Clark asking for a divorce from his wife, Winny James Roane 1833 104 James Clark. Statements of Robert Campbell, Rebecca Ausborn, Marthy Scoggins & D. C. Sgoggins. Clemens, John M. Petition of John M. Clemens, entry taker of Fentress County, asking Fentress 1833 6 compensation for his services. Clements, Petition of Luther M. Clements asking his wife, Florinda Clements, be Franklin 1833 216 Florinda given the privilege of Feme Sole. Also named: Thomas Howard. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 72, Section 1, Page 38.) Clements, Luther Petition of Luther M. Clements asking his wife, Florinda Clements, be Franklin 1833 216 M. given the privilege of Feme Sole. Also named: Thomas Howard. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 72, Section 1, Page 38.) Clevenger, Statements of George Clevenger, Elizabeth Clevenger, William Ballinger, Jefferson 1833 155b Elizabeth Hanah Ballinger and Martha Bose regarding the divorce of Thomas & Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. (See also 1833-153 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92)

Clevenger, Statements of George Clevenger, Elizabeth Clevenger, William Ballinger, Jefferson 1833 155b George Hanah Ballinger and Martha Bose regarding the divorce of Thomas & Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. (See also 1833-153 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92) Clevenger, Sarah Petition of Thomas S. Clevenger asking for a divorce from his wife, Jefferson 1833 153 Kimbro Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. Named in Petition: James Davis. Statement of: Daniel R. Murphy. (See also 1833-155b. some supporting statements misfiled in this folder. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92.) Clevenger, Sarah Statements of George Clevenger, Elizabeth Clevenger, William Ballinger, Jefferson 1833 155b Kimbro Hanah Ballinger and Martha Bose regarding the divorce of Thomas & Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. (See also 1833-153 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92) Clevenger, Statements of George Clevenger, Elizabeth Clevenger, William Ballinger, Jefferson 1833 155b Thomas Hanah Ballinger and Martha Bose regarding the divorce of Thomas & Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. (See also 1833-153 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92) Clevenger, Petition of Thomas S. Clevenger asking for a divorce from his wife, Jefferson 1833 153 Thomas S. Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. Named in Petition: James Davis. Statement of: Daniel R. Murphy. (See also 1833-155b. some supporting statements misfiled in this folder. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92.)

Cobler, Christina Petition of John L. Cobler asking for a divorce from his wife, Christina Davidson 1833 54 Cobler. Cobler, John L. Petition of John L. Cobler asking for a divorce from his wife, Christina Davidson 1833 54 Cobler. Cody, M. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam.

Coe, Joseph Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 ( Major) Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Coffee County – Petition from Bedford, Warren and Franklin Counties opposed to Coffee, 1832 1 new county forming a new county (Coffee). (Many signatures.) Warren, Bedford, Franklin Coffey, Asbury M. Petition of Asbury M. Coffey asking for a turnpike charter over McMinn 1833 57 Chilhowee Mt. to the TN / GA state line. Cofman, Isaac Petition of Mary Quillan asking compensation for rearing certain Monroe 1833 129 orphans. Named in petition: Zachariah Lester. Statement of Isaac Cofman. Collins River Petition of Isaac Hill & Melchesedeck Hill asking permission to construct Warren 1832 103 a mill on Collins River. Folder includes the objections of Jesse Savage. Columbia – Petition from Spring Hill asking that the Columbia Nashville Turnpike Maury 1832 118 Nashville run through their town. Turnpike Columbia, TN Petition from Spring Hill asking that the Columbia Nashville Turnpike Maury 1832 118 run through their town. Committee of A letter from Hasell W. Hunt to the Committee of Printing. Davidson 1833 251 Printing Common Schools Petition from Robert Lindsay, David Griffith, Stephen Holladay, Mounce Jackson 1833 300 Gore & John Swizea, common school commissioners regarding land and funding. Compensation Petition of John M. Clemens, entry taker of Fentress County, asking Fentress 1833 6 compensation for his services. Compensation Petition of Mary Quillan asking compensation for rearing certain Monroe 1833 129 orphans. Named in petition: Zachariah Lester. Statement of Isaac Cofman. Compensation Petition of J. W. Hardwick asking compensation for services as bank Smith 1833 224 agent settling land claims on TN/KY line. Compensation Petition of Edmond W. Tipton asking compensation for his services and Shelby 1833 225 to have the 11th District Surveyor's office at his home. Compensation, Petition of Thomas Brandon, Pramer Brandon, Frederick Wyrick & Rhea 1833 238 Court Cost William Wyrick regarding court cost. Court transcript included. Compensation, Petition of William Vinson asking compensation for gun lost in the Cocke 1833 253 Gun Indian Wars. Statement of Joseph Mattox. Also named: Captain Jonas Griffin. Compensation, Petition of John MeKechan asking compensation for his services during Greene 1833 36 Indian Wars the Indian Wars. Named in petition: General John Seviere. Statements by Major John Harman, Francis Johnston, Samuel Vance, David Kee & John Lauderdale. Compensation, Petition of David Shropshire asking jailer fees for keeping a runaway Madison 1833 61 Jailer Fees slave, Jacob. Compensation, Petition of Joseph Hicks, Jailer for Hawkins County asking payment of Hawkins 1833 67 Jailer Fees fees for keeping prisoner, James Hanna. Also named in petition: Thomas Gillenwaters & Samuel Wilson.

Compensation, Petition asking for a law that would provide proper compensation for Montgomery 1833 43 Justice of the those who serve as Justice of the Peace. Peace Compensation, Petition of Lawrence G. Evans asking compensation for a mill he Fayette 1832 48 Mill established on Hatchee River. Named in petition: William Visor & Horrace Loomis. Compensation, Petition of Patrick Carey, editor of the Knoxville Intelligence asking Knox 1833 119 Printing compensation for printing services. Named in petition: James Mallory, Sheriff of Stewart County, & William Williams Stewart County Court Clerk. Compensation, Petition of James Campbell and John Goodwin asking compensation for Franklin 1833 106 Services their service to the State Bank of TN. Statement of James Sharp. Compensation, Petition of William H. Cooke asking compensation for his services as McMinn 1833 126 services school land agent. Compensation, Petition of Hamilton Copeland asking for payment for his services as a Jefferson 1833 166 Services teacher. Compensation, Petition of William B. Jones asking compensation for services as Gibson 1833 177 Services surveyor of the 13th District. Compensation, Petition of John Hutchison asking compensation for services as bank Robertson 1833 222 Services agent settling land claims on TN/KY line. Compensation, Petition of Adam Fergusson asking compensation for services as bank Smith 1833 223 Services agent settling land claims on TN/KY line. Compensation, Petition of William P. Smith asking compensation for services. Roane 1833 262 Services Compensation, Petition of Charles A. Dorian asking compensation for arresting and Hardin, 1833 277 Transportation transporting James Jones to McMinn Co, for trial. Named in petition: McMinn Mr. Hurst & Mr. Brewer. Compensation, Petition of James Bradley concerning jailer and transport fees for Hawkins, 1833 283 Transportation prisoner, William Crutchfield to Sullivan County. Sullivan Compton, John Petition of Sarah Compton regarding her request for a divorce from her Henry 1833 112 husband, John Compton. Statements of John Blakemore, M. H. Marr & Samuel Blake. (See also 1833-185.) Compton, John Petition of Sarah Butterworth Compton asking for a divorce from her Henry 1833 185 husband, John Compton. (See also1833-112) Compton, Sarah Petition of Sarah Compton regarding her request for a divorce from her Henry 1833 112 husband, John Compton. Statements of John Blakemore, M. H. Marr & Samuel Blake. (See also 1833-185.) Compton, Sarah Petition of Sarah Butterworth Compton asking for a divorce from her Henry 1833 185 Butterworth husband, John Compton. (See also1833-112) Condray, Sterling Petition of Sterling S. Condray, George W. Williams & Elijah Thurman Hamilton 1832 33 S. asking for a merchant’s license. Statement of Isabelt Cambridge. Conner, William Petition from Haywood County recommending William Conner be Haywood 1833 258 appointed as county surveyor. Cook, (Mr.) Petition of John Haley asking compensation for clearing the Tenn. River Roane 1832 146 for navigation. Also named: Colonel Long, Captain C. R. Casey, Mr. Dedrick, Mr. Jacobs, Mr. Cook, & the Steamer Knoxville Cook, Eliza Petition of Charles M. K. Welch asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary McMinn 1833 108 Athon Welch. Statement of Eliza Cook. (47 Supporting Signatures.) Cook, Joseph Petition from Weakley County asking the Obion River be cleared for Weakley 1833 103 navigation. Also recommends Joseph Cook, George S. Elliot & Joseph Pearce be appointed as commissioners.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Cook, William Petition of William Cook asking that he & Enoch Holeman be given relief Robertson 1833 221 from a forfeited bond for Michael Hambright. Also named: Isaac Grover. Cook, William A. Compliance Decree concerning the estate of David Crawley. Benjamin Williamson 1833 156 (Chancellor) Crawley & John Carter, executors. Also named: William A. Cook, Chancellor & Thomas Crutcher. Cooke, Joseph Petition of Samuel Hall asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Huggins Weakley 1833 178 Hall. Named in petition: Robert Richie & William Mahon. Statements by: Joseph Cooke & James Hall. (84 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 133, Section 1, Page 72.) Cooke, William H. Petition of William H. Cooke asking compensation for his services as McMinn 1833 126 school land agent. Coons, (Mr.) Petition of certain citizens of Morgan County asking to be annexed to Morgan 1833 192 Fentress County Named in petition: John Hughs, William Ramsey, George Smith, Mr. Coons, Mr. Mayett, David Edwards & Mr. Graham. Cooper, John C. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. Copeland, Petition of Hamilton Copeland asking for payment for his services as a Jefferson 1833 166 Hamilton teacher. Copeland, Petition of Zacheus Copeland asking authorization to retail liquor Jefferson 1833 159 Zacheus without a license. Cotton, Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Alexander T. Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Cotton, Harriett Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Cotton, James L. Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Cotton, John M. Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Cotton, Mary Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Cotton, Noah Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Cotton, Sophia Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper.

Cotton, Tabitha Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Cotton, Zelda Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. County Surveyor Petition from Haywood County recommending William Conner be Haywood 1833 258 appointed as county surveyor. Courts Petition from members of the bar of the Fifth Judicial Circuit asking to Humphreys 1832 110 abolish the Supreme Court at Reynoldsburg. Covington, TN Petition from Covington, TN regarding the width of their streets. Tipton 1833 243 Covington, Petition of America R. Eliam Batte asking for a divorce from husband, Williamson 1833 75 William William P. Batte. Also named in petition: Edward Eliam. Statements of Kitchen Pate, Polly Pate, Jane Eliam, William Covington, Michael Pitman. Statement of William P. Batte opposing the divorce. (See also 1833-267) Crabs, Carl Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Craig, James Petition of the heirs of Thomas Clark asking to sell land for the benefit Knox 1833 163 of his minor daughter, Mary Ann Clark. Signed by John Clark, William Clark, Hugh Clark, James Craig, James W. Craig, Jr., & Robert Craig. Also named: wife, Elizabeth Clark. Craig, James W. Petition of Hugh M. Clark (half owner with Thomas Clark, deceased) Knox 1833 95 asking permission for the administrators of the estate, William Clark & James W. Craig, to sell land. Also named in petition: John Gilbreath & Jeremiah Gamble. Craig, James W. Petition of the heirs of Thomas Clark asking to sell land for the benefit Knox 1833 163 Jr. of his minor daughter, Mary Ann Clark. Signed by John Clark, William Clark, Hugh Clark, James Craig, James W. Craig, Jr., & Robert Craig. Also named: wife, Elizabeth Clark. Craig, Robert Petition of the heirs of Thomas Clark asking to sell land for the benefit Knox 1833 163 of his minor daughter, Mary Ann Clark. Signed by John Clark, William Clark, Hugh Clark, James Craig, James W. Craig, Jr., & Robert Craig. Also named: wife, Elizabeth Clark. Crawford, Mary Petition of Samuel Crawford asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Maury 1833 10 Crawford. Statement of Dickson Sellers, James Rutledge & David Dodson. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 32, Page 16.) Crawford, Samuel Petition of Samuel Crawford asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Maury 1833 10 Crawford. Statement of Dickson Sellers, James Rutledge & David Dodson. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 32, Page 16.) Crawley, Compliance Decree concerning the estate of David Crawley. Benjamin Williamson 1833 156 Benjamin Crawley & John Carter, executors. Also named: William A. Cook, (Executor) Chancellor & Thomas Crutcher. Crawley, David Compliance Decree concerning the estate of David Crawley. Benjamin Williamson 1833 156 Crawley & John Carter, executors. Also named: William A. Cook, Chancellor & Thomas Crutcher. Crisp, E. C. Petition of John Byrd regarding land. Named in petition: S. C. Brooks & Fayette 1833 285 (Surveyor) John Murray. Statement by E. C. Crisp, surveyor. Crisp, Elihue C. Petition of Elihue C. Crisp, surveyor for 10th District, asking to have Hardeman 1833 284 (Surveyor) office at his home instead of the town of Bolivar. Crockett, Andrew Resignation of Andrew Crockett as Justice of the Peace for Sullivan Sullivan 1832 56 County Crockett, George A report from George Crockett, Land Agent of Sumner County Sumner 1832 20 Crockett, Jospeh Petition of Joseph Crockett & Benjamin Gray asking a law regarding 1833 256 sheriffs selling land for taxes. Crockett, William Petition of William Crockett asking relief of payments ordered by Circuit Fentress 1833 76 court for the common school commission. Crough, George Petition of George Crough & Jacob Ellis, executors of the will of John Washington 1833 275 Gates, asking his slaves Moses & Chaine be emancipated. Crozier, John Petition of John Crozier asking a refund on merchant’s license. Named Knox 1832 19a in petition: William Swan. Crozier, N. G. Petition of N. G. Crozier asking relief from forfeiture of bond for a Mr. Fayette 1832 58 Musselman. Crumbley, James Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Crump, Esalilles Petition of Richard W. Crump asking for land compensation. His wife, Shelby 1832 106 Susana Crump gave birth to triplets – Mark C. Crump, George W. Crump & Esalilles Crump. Statement of John Ralston, Surveyor. Crump, George Petition of Richard W. Crump asking for land compensation. His wife, Shelby 1832 106 W. Susana Crump gave birth to triplets – Mark C. Crump, George W. Crump & Esalilles Crump. Statement of John Ralston, Surveyor. Crump, Mark C. Petition of Richard W. Crump asking for land compensation. His wife, Shelby 1832 106 Susana Crump gave birth to triplets – Mark C. Crump, George W. Crump & Esalilles Crump. Statement of John Ralston, Surveyor. Crump, Richard Petition of Richard W. Crump asking for land compensation. His wife, Shelby 1832 106 W. Susana Crump gave birth to triplets – Mark C. Crump, George W. Crump & Esalilles Crump. Statement of John Ralston, Surveyor. Crump, Susana Petition of Richard W. Crump asking for land compensation. His wife, Shelby 1832 106 Susana Crump gave birth to triplets – Mark C. Crump, George W. Crump & Esalilles Crump. Statement of John Ralston, Surveyor. Crutcher, Thomas Petition of citizens asking the emancipation of a slave named Loo. Davidson 1833 145 Statement of Thomas Crutcher, Addison East & John H. Eaton. Also named: Major William Terrel Lewis & William Allen. (71 supporting signatures.) Crutcher, Thomas Compliance Decree concerning the estate of David Crawley. Benjamin Williamson 1833 156 Crawley & John Carter, executors. Also named: William A. Cook, Chancellor & Thomas Crutcher. Cullom, Alvin Petition of William Drake, G. W. Sevier & Alvin Cullom asking relief for Overton 1833 226 Isaac Atkins. Cumberland Petition from those living south of Cumberland River in Montgomery Montgomery 1833 21 River County asking they be permitted to divide and establish a new county with the County Seat at the town of New York. Cutchin, Samuel Petition of Benjamin Gray & Thomas Cutchin, executors of Samuel Davidson 1833 255 Cutchin will, asking compensation. Also named: William Cutchin.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Cutchin, Thomas Petition of Benjamin Gray & Thomas Cutchin, executors of Samuel Davidson 1833 255 Cutchin will, asking compensation. Also named: William Cutchin. Cutchin, William Petition of Benjamin Gray & Thomas Cutchin, executors of Samuel Davidson 1833 255 Cutchin will, asking compensation. Also named: William Cutchin. Dail, James Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Dale, Edward W. Petition of Joseph H. Johnson regarding a lottery to fund construction Davidson, 1833 143 of a Masonic Lodge. Named in petition: Peter R. Booker, Patrick Maury McGuire, Pleasant Nelson, Henson Grove, Edward W. Dale & Dyer Pearl & County Dalton, John Petition of Edward Seaborn asking relief from paying a bond of his Marion 1833 105 father, John Seaborn, deceased, for Hansford Pollard, John Dalton & Evan Fielding. Darby, Hugh Regarding of Hugh Darby asking for a preference of land on which to Humphreys 1833 15 erect a mill. Davenport, Jane Petition of John Davenport asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Ash Humphreys 1833 66 Ash Davenport. Petition signed by both John & Jane Davenport. (7 supporting Signatures. (See also 1831-268, 1832-96 & Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 113, Section 1, Page 62.) Davenport, John Petition of John Davenport asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Ash Humphreys 1833 66 Davenport. Petition signed by both John & Jane Davenport. (7 supporting Signatures. (See also 1831-268, 1832-96 & Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 113, Section 1, Page 62.) Davis, David Affidavit of Sabrah Davis Henry, heir of David Davis, regarding a NC land Davidson 1833 58 warrant. Davis, David Petition regarding a turnpike road. Recommending Joseph G. Smith & Bledsoe, 1833 179 Wiley B. Skillens as commissioners. Named in petition: Samuel Finley & Rhea, David Davis. Hamilton Davis, James Petition of Thomas S. Clevenger asking for a divorce from his wife, Jefferson 1833 153 Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. Named in Petition: James Davis. Statement of: Daniel R. Murphy. (See also 1833-155b. some supporting statements misfiled in this folder. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92.) Davis, John Petition of John Davis asking for a divorce from his wife, Littitia Davis. Overton 1832 77 Named in petition: Nathaniel Townsend. (17 Supporting signatures) Davis, Littitia Petition of John Davis asking for a divorce from his wife, Littitia Davis. Overton 1832 77 Named in petition: Nathaniel Townsend. (17 Supporting signatures) Davis, Peter Petition of Howell Houston regarding turnpike road tolls. Named in Cocke 1832 46 petition: Reynolds, William Houston, Peter Davis, Stephen Huff & William Reynolds. Dawson, George Petition of George Gordon regarding his turnpike from White’s Creek to Roane 1833 204 Sparta. Named in petition: John Tollet, James Arms, Jesse Lincoln, George Dawson, Robert Burk & John Brown. Debrell, Arthur Petition of Mary R. Anderson asking for custody of her 5 year old White 1833 44 daughter, Nancy Anderson. Also named: Arthur Debrell. Debtors Petition of James Gass asking authority to collect debts against his Greene 1832 121 business. Dedrick, (Mr.) Petition of John Haley asking compensation for clearing the Tenn. River Roane 1832 146 for navigation. Also named: Colonel Long, Captain C. R. Casey, Mr. Dedrick, Mr. Jacobs, Mr. Cook & the Steamer Knoxville Deeds Petition of Patrick McGuire to register a deed. Named in petition: Maria Maury 1833 59 M. Shepard & John Shepard. Denby, Samuel Petition from Captain Alexander’s Company recommending Samuel Warren 1832 57 Denby, Phillip Hootenpile, and George W. Jewel for Justice of the Peace.

Denmark, TN Petition regarding a road from Denmark to Memphis. Named in Haywood 1833 101 petition: Joab Wilson. Denny, (Mrs.) Petition from Smith County asking that John, Linsey & Pinchum, Smith 1832 71 emancipated slaves formerly owned by Ellery Risen, Deceased, be allowed to remain in Smith County near their children. Also named in the petition: Mrs. Denny & Doctor J. M. Luckey. Denton, Edward Petition of Edward Denton asking for a divorce from his wife, Susan Wilson 1833 29 Smith Denton. Statement of Dr. S. C. McWhirter. (48 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 95, Section 1, Page 51.) Denton, Susan Petition of Edward Denton asking for a divorce from his wife, Susan Wilson 1833 29 Smith Smith Denton. Statement of Dr. S. C. McWhirter. (48 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 95, Section 1, Page 51.) Dickens, Samuel Petition of Samuel Dickens regarding a land warrant. Land survey Madison 1833 56 included in folder. Named in survey: Thomas Hickman, John Barker & Mr. Bowers. Dickins, Samuel Petition of Samuel Dickins regarding a land warrant. Marion 1832 90 Dilliard, Gabriel Petition of Gabriel Dillard asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Jones Sumner 1833 273 Dillard. Statement of Zack Talley, George W. Frazier, David Talley, Moses Butterworth & James Hutchison. Dilliard, Sarah Petition of Gabriel Dillard asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Jones Sumner 1833 273 Jones Dillard. Statement of Zack Talley, George W. Frazier, David Talley, Moses Butterworth & James Hutchison. Divorce Petition of Mary M. Blagg Parrish asking for a divorce from her Bedford 1832 2 husband, Samuel B. Parrish. Transcript from Bedford County Circuit Court for the case, State of TN vs. Samuel B. Parrish. (42 Supporting Signatures.) Divorce Affidavit of Chapin Bean regarding the divorce of Samuel and Alizabeth Overton 1832 21 (Elizabeth) Walker. Also named: Michael Gomley. (See also 1832-76, 1833-234 and Private Acts of TN. 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.)

Divorce Petition of Sarah Rogers asking for a divorce from her husband, George Hickman 1832 25 Rogers. (33 Supporting Signatures. See also 1833-268 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 38, Page 19 given Feme Sole.) Divorce Petition of Jincy Morris asking for a divorce from her husband, Isaac Hardin 1832 38 Morris. (29 Supporting Signatures) Divorce Petition of Calvin Johnson asking for divorce from his wife, Sarah Jackson 1832 42 Johnson. They mutually agree to the divorce. Petition also signed by James Goldsby, Elizabeth Goldsby, William Johnson & Martha Johnson. Divorce Petition regarding the divorce of William & Phebe Hall. Named in 1832 49 petition: Eli G. Ross, William Ross & Jonas Wilkins. (see also 1833-84 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Section 1, Page 139.)

Divorce Petition of Mahalia Bugg Shaw asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1832 51 George W. Shaw. Named in petition: Thomas Shaw & Elisha Green. (31 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 53, Page 41.) Divorce Petitions regarding a divorce request of Edward Lumpkins from his wife Giles 1832 69 Nancy Tashley Lumpkins. (84 signatures in support of the request, 84 signatures opposed to the request saying he mistreated his wife.) Divorce Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Overton 1832 76 Greer Walker. Named in petition: Michael Gomley. Statement of Armistead Walker. (See also 1832-21, 1833-76 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147)

Divorce Petition of John Davis asking for a divorce from his wife, Littitia Davis. Overton 1832 77 Named in petition: Nathaniel Townsend. (17 Supporting signatures) Divorce Petition of Nancy Banty asking for a divorce from her husband, Peter Knox 1832 82 Banty. Supporting statement of Sam Fleniker & James Badgett, Jr. Divorce Petition of William Blalock asking for a divorce from his wife, Sary Bledsoe 1832 105 Blalock. (13 Supporting Signatures.) Divorce Petition of John Howeth asking for a divorce from his wife, Aquilla Hamilton 1832 107 Howeth. (13 supporting Signatures.) Divorce Petition of Elisha Gower asking for a divorce from his wife, Jemima Davidson 1832 126 Gower. Named in petition: Stockley Humphrey & Mr. Runnells. (See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 47, Page 37.) Divorce Petition of Caleb Fly asking for a divorce from his wife Mary Hestin Fly. Maury 1832 129 Statement of D. H. True. Also Named: Colonel Dobbins. (70 support signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 35, Section 2, Page 26.) Divorce Petition of Sinderella Standfield Caldwell asking for a divorce from her Sumner 1832 141 husband, William B. Caldwell. Also named in petition: Abraham Standfield, Elizabeth Lampkins, William H. Caldwell & a Negro, Parthena. Divorce Petition of Sarah Morelock Stacy asking for a divorce from her husband, Greene 1833 5 Zachariah Stacy. (30 Supporting Signatures, See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 25.) Divorce Petition of Thomas S. Keeling asking for a divorce from his wife, Lavina Wayne 1833 8 Archer Keeling. Divorce Petition of Gilly Harmon asking for a divorce from her husband, Lewis Dickson 1833 9 Harmon. (18 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 97, Page 52.) Divorce Petition of Samuel Crawford asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Maury 1833 10 Crawford. Statement of Dickson Sellers, James Rutledge & David Dodson. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 32, Page 16.)

Divorce Petition of Burrell Benton concerning his daughter Sarah Benton Perry 1833 23 Raymond and the divorce from David B. Raymond. (123 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 268, Section 1, Page 147.) Divorce Petition of Briggs Barker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Humphreys 1833 24 Barker. (25 Supporting Signatures.). Divorce Petition of Sarah Marshall asking for a divorce from her husband, Maury 1833 26 William Marshall. Statement of Abner H. Partee & Major M. Gimsy.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Divorce Petition of Edward Denton asking for a divorce from his wife, Susan Wilson 1833 29 Smith Denton. Statement of Dr. S. C. McWhirter. (48 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 95, Section 1, Page 51.) Divorce Statement of Dr. Joseph E. Bell regarding the divorce of Martin Fry and Greene 1833 35 Letitia Walker Fry. Also named: Andrew Kennedy. Divorce Petition of Jane Pharis Breeden asking for a divorce from her husband, Jackson 1833 40 Linsey Breeden. (25 Supporting Signatures) Divorce Petition of Jean (Jane) Cantrell asking to be divorced from her husband, 1833 47 Lewis Cantrell. Divorce Petition of Sally Moore asking for a divorce from her husband, Nimrod Bledsoe 1833 52 Moore. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 218, Section 1, Page 118.) Divorce Petition of John L. Cobler asking for a divorce from his wife, Christina Davidson 1833 54 Cobler. Divorce Petition of John A. Hanks asking for a divorce from his wife, Francis F. Lincoln 1833 64 Mason Hanks. Statement of Lucy Hanks. Divorce Petition of John Davenport asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Ash Humphreys 1833 66 Davenport. Petition signed by both John & Jane Davenport. (7 supporting Signatures. (See also 1831-268, 1832-96 & Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 113, Section 1, Page 62.) Divorce Petition of America R. Eliam Batte asking for a divorce from husband, Williamson 1833 75 William P. Batte. Also named in petition: Edward Eliam. Statements of Kitchen Pate, Polly Pate, Jane Eliam, William Covington, Michael Pitman. Statement of William P. Batte opposing the divorce. (See also 1833-267) Divorce Petition of Dawson B. Rockhold asking for a divorce from his wife, White 1833 81 Lucinda Moore Rockhold. Named in petition: Thomas Hopper. (15 supporting Signatures.) Divorce Petition of William Hall for a divorce from his wife, Phebe Hall. Franklin, 1833 84 Statements of Giles Richardson, Frances Richardson, Gabriel Jones & Rutherford Polly Jones. (See also 1832-49 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Sect. 1, Page 139) Divorce Petition of Thomas McAlpin asking for a divorce from his wife, Agness McNairy 1833 87 Brown McAlpin. Statement of Agness McAlpin agreeing to the divorce. (48 Supporting Signatures.) Divorce Petition of Rebecca Birdwell Cahal asking for a divorce from her Rhea 1833 97 husband, James Cahal. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 26, Section 1, Page 13.) Divorce Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Divorce Petition of John G. Clark asking for a divorce from his wife, Winny James Roane 1833 104 Clark. Statements of Robert Campbell, Rebecca Ausborn, Marthy Scoggins & D. C. Sgoggins. Divorce Petition of William R. Lawrence asking for a divorce from his wife, McMinn 1833 107 Rebecca Balling Lawrence. (9 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 223, Section 2. Page 121.)

Divorce Petition of Charles M. K. Welch asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary McMinn 1833 108 Athon Welch. Statement of Eliza Cook. (47 Supporting Signatures.) Divorce Statements of E. W. Brown, Mary Brown, & Katherine Brown regarding Bedford 1833 110 the request for a divorce by Franklin M. Brown from his wife Polly Anthony Brown. (5 Supporting Signatures. See Also 1833-257) Divorce Petition of Ignatius F. Woods asking for a divorce from his wife, Susan Bedford 1833 111 Thompson Woods. Letter to Colonel Robert Cannon & Representative Richard Warner. Divorce Petition of Sarah Compton regarding her request for a divorce from her Henry 1833 112 husband, John Compton. Statements of John Blakemore, M. H. Marr & Samuel Blake. (See also 1833-185.) Divorce Petition on behalf of James Odan asking he be given a divorce from his 1833 114 wife, Mary Odan. Named in petition: Wilson Nichols. (55 Supporting Signatures.) Divorce Petition of Temple Taylor asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Lincoln 1833 116 Ollifant Taylor. Statements of William Cashion, James Brown, William George & Henry C. Taylor. Divorce Petition of William Goldin asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucinda McMinn 1833 118 Fields Goldin. (25 Supporting Signatures.) Divorce Petition of Rebecca Hamilton Kelly asking for a divorce from her Washington 1833 121 husband, Jesse Kelly. (14 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 119, Section 1, Page 65.) Divorce Petition of Adam Carper asking for a divorce from his wife, Susanna Davidson 1833 138 Carper. Statement of Susan Carpet agreeing to the divorce. (28 Signature signatures.) Divorce Petition of George Wilson, asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Ann Davidson 1833 139 Richardson Wilson. Statement of William Livingston. Also named Rhea Wilson. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 61, Section 1, Page 33.) Divorce Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.) Divorce Petition of Elizabeth McGuire asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 146 Merriman McGuire. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 273, Section 1, Page 149.) Divorce Petition of Thomas S. Clevenger asking for a divorce from his wife, Jefferson 1833 153 Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. Named in Petition: James Davis. Statement of: Daniel R. Murphy. (See also 1833-155b. some supporting statements misfiled in this folder. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92.) Divorce Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Divorce Statements of George Clevenger, Elizabeth Clevenger, William Ballinger, Jefferson 1833 155b Hanah Ballinger and Martha Bose regarding the divorce of Thomas & Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. (See also 1833-153 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92)

Divorce Petition of Sarah Park asking for a divorce from her husband, Alfred Knox 1833 165 Park. (39 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 104, Section 1, Page 85. Granted Feme Sole.) Divorce Petition of Jane Hogan asking for a divorce from her husband, William Perry 1833 167 Hogan. (20 supporting Signatures.) Divorce Petition of Samuel Hall asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Huggins Weakley 1833 178 Hall. Named in petition: Robert Richie & William Mahon. Statements by: Joseph Cooke & James Hall. (84 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 133, Section 1, Page 72.) Divorce Petition of Samuel Todd asking for a divorce from his wife, Dianna Knox 1833 183 Todd. (20 Supporting Signatures) Divorce Petition of Sarah Butterworth Compton asking for a divorce from her Henry 1833 185 husband, John Compton. (See also1833-112) Divorce Petition of Margaretta Smith asking for a divorce from her husband, Blount 1833 187 Joshua Smith. (25 Supporting Signatures) Divorce Petition of Mary Payne Yount asking for a divorce from her husband, Blount 1833 188 Peter Yount. (36 Supporting Signatures) Divorce Petition of Elizabeth Roberts asking for a divorce from her husband, Anderson 1833 189 Thomas Roberts. (109 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 69, section 1, Page 37) Divorce Petition of Margaret Clark Bradley asking for a divorce from her Dickson 1833 190 husband, John Bradley. Statement of Benjamin Clark. (See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 104, Section 2, Page 85 Granting Feme Sole) Divorce Petition of Dianna Sellers Tilley asking for a divorce from her husband, Washington 1833 194 Wesley Tilley. Divorce Petition of Jeremiah Murrah asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucy Sumner 1833 196 Murrah. Statement of Lucy Murrah agreeing to a divorce. (17 supporting Signatures) Divorce Petition of Stephen Hicks asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Taylor Warren 1833 199 Hicks. Statements of Fransis Cantrell, Josiah Capshaw, John Reeves & Henry Hicks. Also named: William Taylor. Divorce Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Divorce Petition of Narcissa Hess Wilbourne Erwin asking for a divorce from her Gibson 1833 212 husband, Kinchan A. Wilborne. Remarried to William Erwin thinking Kinchan Wilborne was dead. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 250, Section 1, Page 136.) Divorce Petition of James McCurry asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Greene 1833 213 Zimmerman McCurry. Divorce Petition of William Horton asking for a divorce from his wife, Patsy Carroll 1833 219 (Martha) Horton. Statement s by S. F. Ellen & John Parker. Divorce Petition of Bennett Mason asking for a divorce from his wife, Martha Rutherford 1833 229 Bennett. (18 supporting Signatures.) Divorce Petition of Mary Elizabeth Pursell Hardeman asking for a divorce from Rutherford 1833 230 her husband, John Hardeman. Also named: John Pursell. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 223, Section 1, Page 121.)

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Divorce Petition of William Mitchell asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Rutherford 1833 231 Shumaker Mitchell. Statement of James Gilliam. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 25l, Section 1, Page 136.) Divorce Petition of Rachael P. Reynolds asking for a divorce from her husband, Maury 1833 232 Wily Farrar. Divorce Petition of Sally Trousdale asking for a divorce from her husband, Sumner 1833 233 Jonathan Trousdale. Divorce Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Warren 1833 234 Greer Walker. Also named: Michael Gourley. Statements of Armsted Walker & Ambrose Gore. (72 supporting Signatures. See also 1832-21& 1832-76. Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.) Divorce Petition of Elizabeth A. Jarrett asking for a divorce from her husband, Bedford 1833 244 George L. Jarrett. (33 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 285, Section 1, Page 162) Divorce Petition with 50 Supporting Signatures of Thomas Williamson request Wilson 1833 248 asking for a divorce. (Wife’s name not given.) Divorce Petition of Franklin M. Brown asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Bedford 1833 257 Anthony Brown. Named in petition: Alfred Anthony. (See also 1833- 110) Divorce Petition of Elizabeth Harper asking to be divorced from her husband, Sumner 1833 259a Joseph Harper. (7 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 94, Section 1, Page 50.) Divorce Petition of Lucy Ballard asking for a divorce from Joseph Ballard. Giles 1833 263 Believing he was dead she had remarried to Richard Jamar. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 196, Section 1, Page 106.) Divorce Petition of William P. Batte opposed to the petition of his wife, America Bedford 1833 267 R. Batte for a divorce. Statement by Edward C. Harrison. (28 Supporting Signatures. See also 1833-75) Divorce Petition of Sally (Sarah) Rogers asking for a divorce from her husband Hickman 1833 268 George Rogers. (29 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 38, Section 1, Page 19. Feme Sole granted.) Divorce Petition of James Rogers asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Brazzel Sumner 1833 269 Rogers. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 159, Section 1, Page 85.) Divorce Petition of James Womarck asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Jackson 1833 270 Sadler Wommack. (10 Supporting Signatures.) Divorce Petition of Gabriel Dillard asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Jones Sumner 1833 273 Dillard. Statement of Zack Talley, George W. Frazier, David Talley, Moses Butterworth & James Hutchison. Divorce Petition of Daniel Green asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Hawkins 1833 281 McCawly Green. Statements of John Easley & James Cheek. (40 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 66, Section 1, Page 35.) Dobbins, Petition of Caleb Fly asking for a divorce from his wife Mary Hestin Fly. Maury 1832 129 (Colonel) Statement of D. H. True. Also Named: Colonel Dobbins. (70 support signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 35, Section 2, Page 26.) Dodson, David Petition of Samuel Crawford asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Maury 1833 10 Crawford. Statement of Dickson Sellers, James Rutledge & David Dodson. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 32, Page 16.) Doolin, Jordan Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Doolin, Susan Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 (Susannah) from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Whitehead Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Doolin, Thomas J. Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Dorion, Charles Petition of Charles A. Dorian asking compensation for arresting and Hardin, 1833 277 A. transporting James Jones to McMinn Co, for trial. Named in petition: McMinn Mr. Hurst & Mr. Brewer. Dozier, James J. Petition of the Negro, Stephen Lytle asking emancipation of himself and Davidson 1833 140 his wife Charity and child, Mary Shephard Lytle. Named in petition: James J. Dozier, John Spence & Amos Sawyer. (25 supporting signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 258, Section 1, Page 142.) Drain, Benjamin Petition of Benjamion Drain regarding land. Named in petition: John Washington 1832 31 Warren, Richard Smith & Moses Meek. Drake, William Petition of William Drake, G. W. Sevier & Alvin Cullom asking relief for Overton 1833 226 Isaac Atkins. Duncan, John Petition of John & William Duncan regarding land for their iron works. Lawrence 1833 202 Duncan, William Petition of John & William Duncan regarding land for their iron works. Lawrence 1833 202 Dyer Pearl & Petition of Joseph H. Johnson regarding a lottery to fund construction Davidson, 1833 143 County of a Masonic Lodge. Named in petition: Peter R. Booker, Patrick Maury McGuire, Pleasant Nelson, Henson Grove, Edward W. Dale & Dyer Pearl & County Dyer, Thomas Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Easley, John Petition of Daniel Green asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Hawkins 1833 281 McCawly Green. Statements of John Easley & James Cheek. (40 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 66, Section 1, Page 35.) East, Addison Petition of citizens asking the emancipation of a slave named Loo. Davidson 1833 145 Statement of Thomas Crutcher, Addison East & John H. Eaton. Also named: Major William Terrel Lewis & William Allen. (71 supporting signatures.) Eaton, James Petition of James Eaton asking relief from paying a fine. Also named, Grainger 1833 160 John Carney. Eaton, John H. Petition of citizens asking the emancipation of a slave named Loo. Davidson 1833 145 Statement of Thomas Crutcher, Addison East & John H. Eaton. Also named: Major William Terrel Lewis & William Allen. (71 supporting signatures.) Eccles, Gilbert Petition of L. McGuire contesting David Hays claim to land in Haywood Haywood 1833 96 County. Also named in petition: Joseph Greer, Robert Rowan, Sarah Grove, John Estes, & Gilbert Eccles. Edging, Petition of Joshua Thurman, a free man of color, asking that his sister, Hardeman 1833 135 Washington Harriet, be emancipated. Named in petition: Washington Edging. Edwards, David Petition of certain citizens of Morgan County asking to be annexed to Morgan 1833 192 Fentress County Named in petition: John Hughs, William Ramsey, George Smith, Mr. Coons, Mr. Mayett, David Edwards & Mr. Graham. Eliam, Edward Petition of America R. Eliam Batte asking for a divorce from husband, Williamson 1833 75 William P. Batte. Also named in petition: Edward Eliam. Statements of Kitchen Pate, Polly Pate, Jane Eliam, William Covington, Michael Pitman. Statement of William P. Batte opposing the divorce. (See also 1833-267) Eliam, Jane Petition of America R. Eliam Batte asking for a divorce from husband, Williamson 1833 75 William P. Batte. Also named in petition: Edward Eliam. Statements of Kitchen Pate, Polly Pate, Jane Eliam, William Covington, Michael Pitman. Statement of William P. Batte opposing the divorce. (See also 1833-267) Elk River Petition of Thomas Batte asking permission to erect a mill & dam on Elk Lincoln, Giles 1833 3 River. Statement of C. Bright. (3 pages of signatures.) Ellen, S. F. Petition of William Horton asking for a divorce from his wife, Patsy Carroll 1833 219 (Martha) Horton. Statement s by S. F. Ellen & John Parker. Elliot, George S. Petition from Weakley County asking the Obion River be cleared for Weakley 1833 103 navigation. Also recommends Joseph Cook, George S. Elliot & Joseph Pearce be appointed as commissioners. Ellis, Jacob Petition of George Crough & Jacob Ellis, executors of the will of John Washington 1833 275 Gates, asking his slaves Moses & Chaine be emancipated. Emancipation Petition of Mary Humphreys, administrator of the Estate of her Carter 1832 3 husband, Jese Humphreys, asking the emancipation of the Negroes, Lucy, Glascown, Mariah & Dealph. Emancipation Petition of Thomas Rockhold regarding the emancipation of his slaves. Sullivan 1832 4 Named in petition: Free man of Color, Edward Cook; Negroes: Emley, Thomas & William. Emancipation Petition from Smith County asking that John, Linsey & Pinchum, Smith 1832 71 emancipated slaved formerly owned by Ellery Risen, Deceased, be allowed to remain in Smith County near their children. Also named in the petition: Mrs. Denny & Doctor J. M. Luckey. Emancipation Petition of Thomas Rockhold regarding the emancipation of his slaves. Sullivan 1832 4 Named in petition: Free man of Color, Edward Cook; Negroes: Emley, Thomas & William. Emancipation Petition of Joshua Thurman, a free man of color, asking that his sister, Hardeman 1833 135 Harriet, be emancipated. Named in petition: Washington Edging. Emancipation Petition of James Boy & William McTeer, executors of William Boyd Blount. 1833 137 deceased, asking that a slave named Hardy be emaciated and permitted to remain in Tenn.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Emancipation Petition of Abba (Abigail) and Phebe Morrell asking permission to Sullivan 1833 133a emancipate six slaves: Ned, Rachel, Rebecca, Emely, David & Rhody. Emancipation Petition from neighbors of Abigail (Abba) & Phebe Morrell opposed to Sullivan 1833 133b the emancipation of their slaves. Emancipation Petition from Greene County asking that Delfy, a slave, be emancipated. Greene 1833 136 Named in the petition: William Hendry & John McFee. Emancipation Petition of the Negro, Stephen Lytle asking emancipation of himself and Davidson 1833 140 his wife Charity and child, Mary Shephard Lytle. Named in petition: James J. Dozier, John Spence & Amos Sawyer. (25 supporting signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 258, Section 1, Page 142.) Emancipation Petition of John Beatty asking to emancipate a slave, Charles, and Davidson 1833 141 permission for him to remain in TN with his family. Also named: George Yeger & William E. Anderson. Emancipation Petition of David Morris Haarding asking to emancipate a slave named Davidson 1833 144 Major. Also named: William Harding. Emancipation Petition of citizens asking the emancipation of a slave named Loo. Davidson 1833 145 Statement of Thomas Crutcher, Addison East & John H. Eaton. Also named: Major William Terrel Lewis & William Allen. (71 supporting signatures.) Emancipation Petitions asking for a law to abolish slavery and the emancipation of all 1833 149 slaves. (22 pages of signatures.) Emancipation Statement of Robert I. Moore regarding payments by the slave, Cubit, Davidson 1833 266 to buy his freedom. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 175, Section 1, Page 94.) Emancipation Petition of George Crough & Jacob Ellis, executors of the will of John Washington 1833 275 Gates, asking his slaves Moses & Chaine be emancipated.

Emancipation Petition of Samuel Smith regarding emancipation of a slave named Jack. Montgomery 1833 289 Emancipation Petition asking that Samuel, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in Grainger 1833 291 the will of William Hawkins. (Copy of will included in folder) Also named: Seth McKinney. (105 supporting signatures.)

Emancipation Petition asking that Hiram, a slave, be emancipated. Greene 1833 293 Emancipation Petition asking that Charles, a slave, be emancipated. Also named: Greene 1833 295 Samuel Robinson. Emancipation Petition of Robert L. Mitchell & William H. Baker, executors of the White 1833 296 estate of Edward Holms, asking that Lydia, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in the will. Emancipation Petition of Henry Ripley asking emancipation for the slave, Bill. Also Greene 1833 297 named: Thomas Ripley. Emancipation Petition asking for the emancipation of the slave, Peter Hawkins, and Roane 1833 298 that he be allowed to remain in the Tennessee. Also named: Thomas Clark. Emancipation Petition of 130 signatures asking for the emancipation of slaves. 1833 299 Erwin, John T. Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.)

Erwin, Narcissa Petition of Narcissa Hess Wilbourne Erwin asking for a divorce from her Gibson 1833 212 Hess Wilbourne husband, Kinchan A. Wilborne. Remarried to William Erwin thinking Kinchan Wilborne was dead. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 250, Section 1, Page 136.) Erwin, William Petition of Narcissa Hess Wilbourne Erwin asking for a divorce from her Gibson 1833 212 husband, Kinchan A. Wilborne. Remarried to William Erwin thinking Kinchan Wilborne was dead. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 250, Section 1, Page 136.) Estate Settlement Petition of Mary Humphreys, administrator of the Estate of her Carter 1832 3 husband, Jese Humphreys, asking the emancipation of the Negroes, Lucy, Glascown, Mariah & Dealph. Estate Settlement Petition of Alvis Hilliard, guardian of the minor heirs of Livi Ferrill, asking Maury 1832 22 permission to sell land for benefit of Harriet, Nelson, Vincent & John Ferrill. Estate Settlement Petition of David Gordon, the administrator of Drury Smith's estate Giles, Lincoln 1832 70 asking to sell certain lands for benefit of minor heirs. Estate Settlement Petition of William Whitaker, administrator for the estate of James Hardeman 1832 83 McKinza, asking to enter an occupant land claim for the benefit of McKinza’s heirs. Estate Settlement Petition of William Scandland, administrator of the estate of Colonel Jackson 1832 112 William Locke, asking to sell certain lands to settle the estate. Also named: Elizabeth Locke, Mary Ann Locke, James W. Locke. Statement of James W. Smith. Estate Settlement Letter of William Hogan regarding an act for the benefit of Lucinda McMinn 1832 116 Allen & minor heirs of William Allen. Also named: Samuel Martin & Captain Thompson. Estate Settlement Petition of Sally Marshall, administrator for the estate of her brother, Maury 1833 27 Robert Marshall, asking permission to sell land. Estate Settlement Petition of Elizabeth Kesee, the widow of Charles Kesee, asking 1833 32 permission to sell land in order to settle the estate. Statement of L. P. Cheatham, J. W. Horton & John G. Anderson. Estate Settlement Petition of Hugh M. Clark (half owner with Thomas Clark, deceased) Knox 1833 95 asking permission for the administrators of the estate, William Clark & James W. Craig, to sell land. Also named in petition: John Gilbreath & Jeremiah Gamble. Estate Settlement Petition of Alfred Middleton, executor of the estate of John Middleton, Maury 1833 134 regarding land. Named in petition: Thomas Kendricks & Mr. McGavock. Estate Settlement Compliance Decree concerning the estate of David Crawley. Benjamin Williamson 1833 156 Crawley & John Carter, executors. Also named: William A. Cook, Chancellor & Thomas Crutcher. Estate Settlement Petition of the heirs of Thomas Clark asking to sell land for the benefit Knox 1833 163 of his minor daughter, Mary Ann Clark. Signed by John Clark, William Clark, Hugh Clark, James Craig, James W. Craig, Jr., & Robert Craig. Also named: wife, Elizabeth Clark. Estate Settlement Petition of Elizabeth Lillard regarding the sale of land of deceased Monroe 1833 170 husband, James Lillard, for the benefit of his minor heirs: Amanda Lillard, William W. Lillard, Rachel Lillard, Lucinda Lillard, John B. Lillard & James H. Lillard. Estate Settlement Petition of Hugh Caruthers, administrators for the estate of David Hardeman 1833 217 Harris, regarding land. Also named: James Smith. Estate Settlement Petition of Rebecca Blakemore & Henry Blakemore asking permission to Sumner 1833 220 sell land to settle the estate of Fielding Blakemore. Estate Settlement Petition of William G. Harding regarding guardianship and Davidson 1833 250 administration of the estate of William Harding. Slaves to be sold named in accompanying court order: Marie, Tom, Eliza, Patsey, Robert, Major & Lucy. Estate Settlement Petition of Benjamin Gray & Thomas Cutchin, executors of Samuel Davidson 1833 255 Cutchin will, asking compensation. Also named: William Cutchin. Estate Settlement Petition of Jonathan and William Pennywell, illegitimate children of the 1833 265 late Mason Lee, asking for a share of his estate. Copy of S.C. Legislative Act naming them as heirs of Mason Lee. Estes, Eliza Petition of David Hays regarding validation of land claim. Also named: Haywood 1833 207 Robert Rowan, John Estes, Joseph Greer, Daniel McDiarmid & Eliza Estes. Estes, John Petition of L. McGuire contesting David Hays claim to land in Haywood Haywood 1833 96 County. Also named in petition: Joseph Greer, Robert Rowan, Sarah Grove, John Estes, & Gilbert Eccles. Estes, John Petition on behalf of John Estes asking he be granted the ability to hawk Warren 1833 123 and peddle without a license. Estes, John Petition of David Hays regarding validation of land claim. Also named: Haywood 1833 207 Robert Rowan, John Estes, Joseph Greer, Daniel McDiarmid & Eliza Estes. Estes, Samuel Petition of Samuel Estes asking permission to hawk and peddle without Davidson 1832 37 a license. Statement of Peyton Robertson, M.D. Evans, Lawrence Petition of Lawrence G. Evans asking compensation for a mill he Fayette 1832 48 G. established on Hatchee River. Named in petition: William Visor & Horrace Loomis. Fageat, Alfonso Petition of Alfonso Fageat & his wife, Mary Ann Lewis Fageat asking 1833 31 permission to sell land. (The wife is a minor) Fageat, Mary Ann Petition of Alfonso Fageat & his wife, Mary Ann Lewis Fageat asking 1833 31 Lewis permission to sell land. (The wife is a minor) Farrar, Rachael P. Petition of Rachael P. Reynolds asking for a divorce from her husband, Maury 1833 232 Reynolds Wily Farrar. Farrar, Wily Petition of Rachael P. Reynolds asking for a divorce from her husband, Maury 1833 232 Wily Farrar. Faulkner, Jesse R. Petition in behalf of Jesse R. Faulkner asking he be given the privilege to Davidson 1832 36 hawk and peddle without a license. Fees, Jailer Petition of William Bishop, jailer of Dickson County, regarding jailer fees Dickson 1833 12 for keeping the prisoner, James Hale. Feme Sole Petition of Sarah Rogers asking for a divorce from her husband, George Hickman 1832 25 Rogers. (33 Supporting Signatures. See also 1833-268 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 38, Page 19 given Feme Sole.) Feme Sole Petition of Nancy & Daniel Marsh asking Nancy Marsh be given the Franklin 1832 94 privilege of Feme Sole. (See Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 51, Section 1, Page 40.) Feme Sole Petition of John H. & Lucy Freeling asking Lucy be given the privilege of Madison 1832 95 Feme Sole. Feme Sole Petition of Lucinda Bishop, the wife of James Bishop asking she be given Maury 1833 38 the privilege of Feme Sole. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 62, Section 1, Page 34.) Feme Sole Petition of Sarah Park asking for a divorce from her husband, Alfred Knox 1833 165 Park. (39 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 104, Section 1, Page 85. Granted Feme Sole.)

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Feme Sole Petition of Margaret Clark Bradley asking for a divorce from her Dickson 1833 190 husband, John Bradley. Statement of Benjamin Clark. (See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 104, Section 2, Page 85 Granting Feme Sole) Feme Sole Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Rep. Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Feme Sole Petition of Luther M. Clements asking his wife, Florinda Clements, be Franklin 1833 216 given the privilege of Feme Sole. Also named: Thomas Howard. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 72, Section 1, Page 38.) Feme Sole Petition of Sally (Sarah) Rogers asking for a divorce from her husband Hickman 1833 268 George Rogers. (29 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 38, Section 1, Page 19. Feme Sole granted.) Fenny, Carter Petition of William D. Turner asking permission to hawk and peddle Dickson 1832 39 without a license. Statement of Carter Fenny. Fentress County Petition of certain citizens of Morgan County asking to be annexed to Morgan 1833 192 – Annexation Fentress County Named in petition: John Hughs, William Ramsey, George Smith, Mr. Coons, Mr. Mayett, David Edwards & Mr. Graham. Fergusson, Adam Petition of Adam Fergusson asking compensation for services as bank Smith 1833 223 agent settling land claims on TN/KY line. Ferrell, Isaac Petition of Isaac Ferrell & Nimrod Porter opposed to the sale of land of Maury 1832 75 Levi Ferrell, deceased, to a Mr. Willard claiming it would be a disservice to his wife & heirs. Ferrell, Levi Petition of Isaac Ferrell & Nimrod Porter opposed to the sale of land of Maury 1832 75 Levi Ferrell, deceased, to a Mr. Willard claiming it would be a disservice to his wife & heirs. Ferrill, Harriet Petition of Alvis Hilliard, guardian of the minor heirs of Livi Ferrill, asking Maury 1832 22 permission to sell land for benefit of Harriet, Nelson, Vincent & John Ferrill. Ferrill, John Petition of Alvis Hilliard, guardian of the minor heirs of Livi Ferrill, asking Maury 1832 22 permission to sell land for benefit of Harriet, Nelson, Vincent & John Ferrill. Ferrill, Livi Petition of Alvis Hilliard, guardian of the minor heirs of Livi Ferrill, asking Maury 1832 22 permission to sell land for benefit of Harriet, Nelson, Vincent & John Ferrill. Ferrill, Nelson Petition of Alvis Hilliard, guardian of the minor heirs of Livi Ferrill, asking Maury 1832 22 permission to sell land for benefit of Harriet, Nelson, Vincent & John Ferrill. Ferrill, Vincent Petition of Alvis Hilliard, guardian of the minor heirs of Livi Ferrill, asking Maury 1832 22 permission to sell land for benefit of Harriet, Nelson, Vincent & John Ferrill. Ferry Petition regarding establishing a ferry service at Perryville, TN. Henry 1833 184 Fielding, Evan Petition of Edward Seaborn asking relief from paying a bond of his Marion 1833 105 father, John Seaborn, deceased, for Hansford Pollard, John Dalton & Evan Fielding. Fields, Ezekiel Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Fields, George Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Fields, James V. Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Fields, Moses Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Finch, Thomas Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Findleys, Samuel Petition of Thomas Riddle & John G. Smith regarding a turnpike charter. McMinn 1832 115 Also named: Major Robinson, John L. Killens, Samuel Findleys, William Suvals, James A. Whiteside & Blys Ferry. Finley, Samuel Petition regarding a turnpike road. Recommending Joseph G. Smith & Bledsoe, 1833 179 Wiley B. Skillens as commissioners. Named in petition: Samuel Finley & Rhea, David Davis. Hamilton Fite, Thomas Petition of Thomas Fite, Joseph M. Caldell & Nelson J. Hoss regarding Gibson 1833 214 school funds. Flecher, Thomas Petition of George W. Wood asking compensation for his service as Marion 1832 24 N. Sergeant of Arms at the impeachment trial of Judge Heiskell. Also named: Thomas N. Flecher. Fleniker, Sam Petition of Nancy Banty asking for a divorce from her husband, Peter Knox 1832 82 Banty. Supporting statement of Sam Fleniker & James Badgett, Jr. Flowers, G. Petition of Conrad Stevens, G. Flowers, John Thompson, Mitchell Humphreys 1833 113 Chilory, Dawsey P. Hudson & Ernis Ury asking monies raised by lottery (per Act of the Legislature 1826, Chapter 144, Section 1, Page 125) for bridge construction be transferred to the common school fund. Fly, Caleb Petition of Caleb Fly asking for a divorce from his wife Mary Hestin Fly. Maury 1832 129 Statement of D. H. True. Also Named: Colonel Dobbins. (70 support signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 35, Section 2, Page 26.) Fly, Mary Hestin Petition of Caleb Fly asking for a divorce from his wife Mary Hestin Fly. Maury 1832 129 Statement of D. H. True. Also Named: Colonel Dobbins. (70 support signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 35, Section 2, Page 26.) Fogg, Arthur R. Petition from Fentress County regarding Piles Turnpike and the failure Fentress 1833 7 of its present proprietors, Samuel Scott, Thomas Butler & William Marchbanks, to keep the road in good condition. Folder has letter to Senator Thomas Smith & Representative Samuel Turney from W. B. Richardson & Arthur R. Fogg. Forked Deer Petition from Madison County regarding navigation of the Forked Deer Madison 1833 90 River River. Forked Deer Petition asking John Page be permitted to build a mill on Forked Deer Gibson 1833 182 River River. Forrest Hill Petition from Trustees of Forrest Hills Academy regarding the re use of 1832 85 Academy funds. Proposed bill included in folder. Foster, David Petition from Henry County regarding a mill of Lewis Meyer, David Henry 1832 113 McDavid & David Foster. Foster, R. C. Report of the Commissioners of the Penitentiary, R. C. Foster, Joseph Davidson 1832 134 Woods & Moses Ridley regarding the purchase of land for a new penitentiary. Foster, R. C. Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Foster, Robert Petition asking Robert Foster be given the privilege to hawk and peddle Smith 1832 109 without a license. (52 Supporting Signatures.) Foust, (Captain) Petition from Captain Foust Company recommending Isaiah F. Cate be Henry 1832 50 appointed as Justice of the Peace. Fowler, Charles S. Petition of Charles S. Fowler asking relief of medical expenses in the Stewart 1832 127 sum of $150.00. Francis, Miller Petition asking that Mr. Lonas be permitted to sell liquor without a Knox 1833 161 license. Statements of Miller Francis & Samuel McCroskey. Franklin County – Petition from Bedford, Warren and Franklin Counties opposed to Coffee, 1832 1 new county forming a new county (Coffee). (Many signatures.) Warren, Bedford, Franklin Frazier, George Petition of Gabriel Dillard asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Jones Sumner 1833 273 W. Dillard. Statement of Zack Talley, George W. Frazier, David Talley, Moses Butterworth & James Hutchison. Free Man of Petition of Joshua Thurman, a free man of color, asking that his sister, Hardeman 1833 135 Color, Joshua Harriet, be emancipated. Named in petition: Washington Edging. Thurman Free Man of Petition asking that Benjamin James, a Free Man of Color, be permitted Hawkins 1832 5 Color, Benjamin to reside in Hawkins County James Free Man of Petition of Thomas Rockhold regarding the emancipation of his slaves. Sullivan 1832 4 Color, Cook, Named in petition: Free man of Color, Edward Cook; Negroes: Emley, Edward Thomas & William. Free Man of Petition asking permission for Matthew Richard, a Free Man of Color Madison 1832 8 Color, Richard (claims to be of Portuguese Blood), to marry a white woman, Margaret Matthews Oaney. Free Man of Petition from Roane County asking that Samuel Bazzil, a free man of Roane 1833 276 Color, Samuel color, be permitted to prove his accounts. Bazzel Free Man of Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a Free Man of Color, asking permission 1832 6 Color, Zachariah to move his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Robinson Free Man of Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 Color, Zachariah to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Robinson Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Free Negro, Petition asking Abraham & Milly Husketh, free negroes, be permitted to 1833 292 Abraham reside in the State to be near their children. Also named: Nathaniel Husketh Husketh. (78 supporting signatures.) Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Free Negro, Elias Petition of Elias C. Jones, a free negro, asking permission to prove his Washington 1832 9 C. Jones accounts. Free Negro, John Petition from Smith County asking that John, Linsey & Pinchum, Smith 1832 71 emancipated slaves formerly owned by Ellery Risen, Deceased, be allowed to remain in Smith County near their children. Also named in the petition: Mrs. Denny & Doctor J. M. Luckey. Free Negro, Petition from Smith County asking that John, Linsey & Pinchum, Smith 1832 71 Linsey emancipated slaves formerly owned by Ellery Risen, Deceased, be allowed to remain in Smith County near their children. Also named in the petition: Mrs. Denny & Doctor J. M. Luckey. Free Negro, Milly Petition asking Abraham & Milly Husketh, free negroes, be permitted to 1833 292 Husketh reside in the State to be near their children. Also named: Nathaniel Husketh. (78 supporting signatures.) Free Negro, Petition from Smith County asking that John, Linsey & Pinchum, Smith 1832 71 Pinchum emancipated slaves formerly owned by Ellery Risen, Deceased, be allowed to remain in Smith County near their children. Also named in the petition: Mrs. Denny & Doctor J. M. Luckey. Freeling, John H. Petition of John H. & Lucy Freeling asking Lucy be given the privilege of Madison 1832 95 Feme Sole. Freeling, Lucy Petition of John H. & Lucy Freeling asking Lucy be given the privilege of Madison 1832 95 Feme Sole. Froust (Doctor) Petition regarding the establishment and regulations of banks. Named Tipton 1832 40 in petition: Doctor Froust. Fry, Letitia Statement of Dr. Joseph E. Bell regarding the divorce of Martin Fry and Greene 1833 35 Walker Letitia Walker Fry. Also named: Andrew Kennedy. Fry, Martin Statement of Dr. Joseph E. Bell regarding the divorce of Martin Fry and Greene 1833 35 Letitia Walker Fry. Also named: Andrew Kennedy. Furnace Petition of George G. McKay regarding a grant of land to erect a furnace Cocke 1832 47 or forge. Gaines, George Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 W. Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Gallatin, TN, Petition from Gallatin, Tennessee asking that the corporate limits of the Sumner 1832 133 boundaries town be extended. Galloway, Petition of Dubart S. Bourland and Mrs. Martha Wood regarding Fayette 1832 59 Thomas occupant claims. Named in petition: B. Kimbro, Stephen Wood & Thomas Galloway. Gamble, Petition of Hugh M. Clark (half owner with Thomas Clark, deceased) Knox 1833 95 Jeremiah asking permission for the administrators of the estate, William Clark & James W. Craig, to sell land. Also named in petition: John Gilbreath & Jeremiah Gamble. Gambling Petition asking relief for those citizens indicted for gambling during the Hawkins 1832 124 April term 1932 of Court. Gardenhire, John Petition on behalf of John Gardenhire asking relief from forfeited of Overton 1833 30 bond. Gardner, A. Petition from Capt. Ridgway’s Company recommending Nathaniel Weakley 1832 55 Henderson for Justice of the Peace. Letter from A. Gardner to Senator Robert Murray & Representative Spearman Holland.

Gass, James Petition of James Gass asking authority to collect debts against his Greene 1832 121 business. Gates, John Petition of George Crough & Jacob Ellis, executors of the will of John Washington 1833 275 Gates, asking his slaves Moses & Chaine be emancipated. George, William Petition of Temple Taylor asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Lincoln 1833 116 Ollifant Taylor. Statements of William Cashion, James Brown, William George & Henry C. Taylor. Gilbreath, John Petition of Hugh M. Clark (half owner with Thomas Clark, deceased) Knox 1833 95 asking permission for the administrators of the estate, William Clark & James W. Craig, to sell land. Also named in petition: John Gilbreath & Jeremiah Gamble. Gillenwaters, Petition of Joseph Hicks, Jailer for Hawkins County asking payment of Hawkins 1833 67 Thomas fees for keeping prisoner, James Hanna. Also named in petition: Thomas Gillenwaters & Samuel Wilson. Gilliam, James Petition of William Mitchell asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Rutherford 1833 231 Shumaker Mitchell. Statement of James Gilliam. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 25l, Section 1, Page 136.) Gilliland, Robert Petition of Robert L. Gilliland, retiring sheriff, asking extension of time Roane 1833 261 L. (Sheriff) to close business. Gimsy, M. Petition of Sarah Marshall asking for a divorce from her husband, Maury 1833 26 (Major) William Marshall. Statement of Abner H. Partee & Major M. Gimsy. Goldin, Lucinda Petition of William Goldin asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucinda McMinn 1833 118 Fields Fields Goldin. (25 Supporting Signatures.) Goldin, William Petition of William Goldin asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucinda McMinn 1833 118 Fields Goldin. (25 Supporting Signatures.) Goldsby, Petition of Calvin Johnson asking for divorce from his wife, Sarah Jackson 1832 42 Elizabeth Johnson. They mutually agree to the divorce. Petition also signed by James Goldsby, Elizabeth Goldsby, William Johnson & Martha Johnson. Goldsby, James Petition of Calvin Johnson asking for divorce from his wife, Sarah Jackson 1832 42 Johnson. They mutually agree to the divorce. Petition also signed by James Goldsby, Elizabeth Goldsby, William Johnson & Martha Johnson. Gomley, Michael Affidavit of Chapin Bean regarding the divorce of Samuel and Alizabeth Overton 1832 21 (Elizabeth) Walker. Also named: Michael Gomley. (See also 1832-76, 1833-234 and Private Acts of TN. 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.) Gomley, Michael Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Overton 1832 76 Greer Walker. Named in petition: Michael Gomley. Statement of Armistead Walker. (See also 1832-21, 1833-76 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147) Goodman, Jesse Petition from Capt. H. F. Rutherford’s Company recommending Henry Dyer 1833 287 R. Chambers & Jesse Goodman be appointed as Justice of the peace. Also named: Zachariah Payne, Esq. & John Keneley, Esq. Goodwin, James Petition of James Goodwin asking permission to peddle without a Davidson 1833 148 license. Goodwin, John Petition of James Campbell and John Goodwin asking compensation for Franklin 1833 106 their service to the State Bank of TN. Statement of James Sharp. Gordon, David Petition of David Gordon, the administrator of Drury Smith's estate Giles, Lincoln 1832 70 asking to sell certain lands for benefit of minor heirs. Gordon, Francis Petition of Captain Wills Company asking Francis Gordon appointment Maury 1832 102 as Justice of the Peace replacing B. Hogan. Gordon, George Petition of George Gordon asking relief from taxes on land granted to Roane 1832 66 him for an iron works in Roane County Gordon, George Petition of George Gordon regarding his turnpike from White’s Creek to Roane 1833 204 Sparta. Named in petition: John Tollet, James Arms, Jesse Lincoln, George Dawson, Robert Burk & John Brown. Gore, Ambrose Petition asking Ambrose Gore be given relief from paying a fine. Overton 1833 28 Gore, Ambrose Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Warren 1833 234 Greer Walker. Also named: Michael Gourley. Statements of Armsted Walker & Ambrose Gore. (72 supporting Signatures. See also 1832-21& 1832-76. Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.)

Gore, Mounce Petition from Robert Lindsay, David Griffith, Stephen Holladay, Mounce Jackson 1833 300 Gore & John Swizea, common school commissioners regarding land and funding. Gourley, Michael Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Warren 1833 234 Greer Walker. Also named: Michael Gourley. Statements of Armsted Walker & Ambrose Gore. (72 supporting Signatures. See also 1832-21& 1832-76. Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.) Gowen, John Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. Gowen, John Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Gower, Elisha Petition of Elisha Gower asking for a divorce from his wife, Jemima Davidson 1832 126 Gower. Named in petition: Stockley Humphrey & Mr. Runnells. (See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 47, Page 37.) Gower, Jemima Petition of Elisha Gower asking for a divorce from his wife, Jemima Davidson 1832 126 Gower. Named in petition: Stockley Humphrey & Mr. Runnells. (See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 47, Page 37.) Graham, (Mr.) Petition of certain citizens of Morgan County asking to be annexed to Morgan 1833 192 Fentress County Named in petition: John Hughs, William Ramsey, George Smith, Mr. Coons, Mr. Mayett, David Edwards & Mr. Graham. Graham, John Petition of Martin F. Wade regarding a lost deed between Joseph Kerr Bedford 1832 139 & James Shepherd. Statements of John Graham & Richard Graham. Copy of NC grant and deed included in folder. Graham, John Petition of William Scandland, John Graham, Amos Kirkpatrick & John Jackson 1833 271 Rose asking relief from paying interest on bond for John Wilson, Entry Taker. Also named: Samuel G. Smith. Graham, Richard Petition of Martin F. Wade regarding a lost deed between Joseph Kerr Bedford 1832 139 & James Shepherd. Statements of John Graham & Richard Graham. Copy of NC grant and deed included in folder. Graham, William Petitions for and against charging tolls on salt wagons using the Bean’s Grainger 1832 44 Station Turnpike. One from William Graham, commissioner for the road. Grains, William Petition from Hardeman County asking that the Little Hatchie River be Hardeman 1833 272 kept open for navigation. Named in petition: William Grains.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Grant, William W. Petition of William W. Grant regarding a land grant of his late father, Davidson 1832 135 William Grant. Named in petition: Archibald Wood & James Carlisle. Graves, Daniel Petition of Major Daniel Graves regarding a loan for salt well. Knox 1833 249 (Major) Gray, B. F. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. Gray, Benjamin Petition of Benjamin Gray & Thomas Cutchin, executors of Samuel Davidson 1833 255 Cutchin will, asking compensation. Also named: William Cutchin. Gray, Benjamin Petition of Joseph Crockett & Benjamin Gray asking a law regarding 1833 256 sheriffs selling land for taxes. Gray, John Petition of John Balch regarding a land grant. Named in petition: John Greene 1833 210 Gray, Peter Pitsinbargher & George Rinker. Gray, William S. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. Green, (Mr.) Petition of Christopher Strong regarding a land grant. Named in Dickson 1833 13 petition: John Hightower, Jesse Leech, Mr. Hayes & Mr. Green. Green, Daniel Petition of Daniel Green asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Hawkins 1833 281 McCawly Green. Statements of John Easley & James Cheek. (40 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 66, Section 1, Page 35.) Green, Elisha Petition of Mahalia Bugg Shaw asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1832 51 George W. Shaw. Named in petition: Thomas Shaw & Elisha Green. (31 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 53, Page 41.) Green, Mary Petition of Daniel Green asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Hawkins 1833 281 McCawly McCawly Green. Statements of John Easley & James Cheek. (40 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 66, Section 1, Page 35.) Greene, Thomas Petition of James McDaniel regarding a land refund for the heirs of McMinn 1833 109 Falling Water McIntosh. Named in petition: John Miller, Betsy McIntosh, & Henry Matlock. Statements of Thomas Greene & Henry Matlock. Greenville Petition from the Trustees of Greeneville College asking for state aid. 1832 92 College Greer, George Petition asking that George Greer be permitted to operate a turnpike Humphreys 1832 78 road. Letter from George Greer to Senator Robert Murray & Representative Spearman Holland. Greer, Joseph Petition of L. McGuire contesting David Hays claim to land in Haywood Haywood 1833 96 County. Also named in petition: Joseph Greer, Robert Rowan, Sarah Grove, John Estes, & Gilbert Eccles. Greer, Joseph Petition of David Hays regarding validation of land claim. Also named: Haywood 1833 207 Robert Rowan, John Estes, Joseph Greer, Daniel McDiarmid & Eliza Estes. Gregory, David Petition of David Gregory asking relief from a fine. 1832 68 Griffin, Jonas Petition of William Vinson asking compensation for gun lost in the Cocke 1833 253 (Captain) Indian Wars. Statement of Joseph Mattox. Also named: Captain Jonas Griffin. Griffith, David Petition from Robert Lindsay, David Griffith, Stephen Holladay, Mounce Jackson 1833 300 Gore & John Swizea, common school commissioners regarding land and funding. Grove, Henson Petition of Joseph H. Johnson regarding a lottery to fund construction Davidson, 1833 143 of a Masonic Lodge. Named in petition: Peter R. Booker, Patrick Maury McGuire, Pleasant Nelson, Henson Grove, Edward W. Dale & Dyer Pearl & County. Grove, Sarah Petition of L. McGuire contesting David Hays claim to land in Haywood Haywood 1833 96 County. Also named in petition: Joseph Greer, Robert Rowan, Sarah Grove, John Estes, & Gilbert Eccles. Grover, Isaac Petition of William Cook asking that he & Enoch Holeman be given relief Robertson 1833 221 from a forfeited bond for Michael Hambright. Also named: Isaac Grover. Hale, James Petition of William Bishop, jailer of Dickson County, regarding jailer fees Dickson 1833 12 for keeping the prisoner, James Hale. Haley, (Captain) Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Haley, Allex S. Petition of Allex S. Haley asking to legitimize his child Margaret A. Chase Roane 1833 260 and give her his name, Margaret A. Haley. Haley, Jacob Petition asking compensation for Doctor John C. Haley & his son, Jacob Bledsoe, 1832 10 Haley, for work at Boiling Pot to improve navigation of the Tenn. River. Marion, Hamilton Haley, John C. Petition asking compensation for Doctor John C. Haley & his son, Jacob Bledsoe, 1832 10 (Doctor) Haley, for work at Boiling Pot to improve navigation of the Tenn. River. Marion, Hamilton Haley, John C. Petition from citizens of Marion County asking John C. Haley be exempt Marion 1833 120 from paying taxes on land purchased to construct a road to Walden Ridge. Haley, John C. Petition asking that operators of turnpike roads be prohibited from Marion, 1833 92 (Dr.) having two toll gates on the same road. Named in petition: Dr. John C. Hamilton Haley. Haley, Margaret Petition of Allex S. Haley asking to legitimize his child Margaret A. Chase Roane 1833 260 A. and give her his name, Margaret A. Haley. Hall, James Petition of Samuel Hall asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Huggins Weakley 1833 178 Hall. Named in petition: Robert Richie & William Mahon. Statements by: Joseph Cooke & James Hall. (84 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 133, Section 1, Page 72.) Hall, Phebe Petition regarding the divorce of William & Phebe Hall. Named in 1832 49 petition: Eli G. Ross, William Ross & Jonas Wilkins. (see also 1833-84 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Section 1, Page 139.) Hall, Phebe Petition of William Hall for a divorce from his wife, Phebe Hall. Franklin, 1833 84 Statements of Giles Richardson, Frances Richardson, Gabriel Jones & Rutherford Polly Jones. (See also 1832-49 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Sect. 1, Page 139) Hall, Polly Petition of Samuel Hall asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Huggins Weakley 1833 178 Huggins Hall. Named in petition: Robert Richie & William Mahon. Statements by: Joseph Cooke & James Hall. (84 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 133, Section 1, Page 72.)

Hall, Samuel Petition of Samuel Hall asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Huggins Weakley 1833 178 Hall. Named in petition: Robert Richie & William Mahon. Statements by: Joseph Cooke & James Hall. (84 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 133, Section 1, Page 72.) Hall, William Petition regarding the divorce of William & Phebe Hall. Named in 1832 49 petition: Eli G. Ross, William Ross & Jonas Wilkins. (see also 1833-84 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Section 1, Page 139.) Hall, William Petition of William Hall for a divorce from his wife, Phebe Hall. Franklin, 1833 84 Statements of Giles Richardson, Frances Richardson, Gabriel Jones & Rutherford Polly Jones. (See also 1832-49 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Sect. 1, Page 139) Hallifax, TN Petition from Wilson County asking that a precinct be established at Wilson 1833 74 Hallifax, TN. (4 pages of signatures.) Hambright, Petition of William Cook asking that he & Enoch Holeman be given relief Robertson 1833 221 Michael from a forfeited bond for Michael Hambright. Also named: Isaac Grover. Hamilton, James Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. Hanks, Francis F. Petition of John A. Hanks asking for a divorce from his wife, Francis F. Lincoln 1833 64 Mason Mason Hanks. Statement of Lucy Hanks. Hanks, John A. Petition of John A. Hanks asking for a divorce from his wife, Francis F. Lincoln 1833 64 Mason Hanks. Statement of Lucy Hanks. Hanks, Lucy Petition of John A. Hanks asking for a divorce from his wife, Francis F. Lincoln 1833 64 Mason Hanks. Statement of Lucy Hanks. Hanna, James Petition of Joseph Hicks, Jailer for Hawkins County asking payment of Hawkins 1833 67 fees for keeping prisoner, James Hanna. Also named in petition: Thomas Gillenwaters & Samuel Wilson. Hannam, W. L. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam.

Hardeman, John Petition of Mary Elizabeth Pursell Hardeman asking for a divorce from Rutherford 1833 230 her husband, John Hardeman. Also named: John Pursell. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 223, Section 1, Page 121.) Hardeman, Mary Petition of Mary Elizabeth Pursell Hardeman asking for a divorce from Rutherford 1833 230 Elizabeth Pursell her husband, John Hardeman. Also named: John Pursell. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 223, Section 1, Page 121.) Hardin County – Petition from Hardin County asking as appropriation of $1000 for the Hardin 1833 191 Court House construction of a court house.

Harding, David Petition of David Morris Haarding asking to emancipate a slave named Davidson 1833 144 Morris Major. Also named: William Harding. Harding, William Petition of David Morris Haarding asking to emancipate a slave named Davidson 1833 144 Major. Also named: William Harding. Harding, William Petition of William G. Harding regarding guardianship and Davidson 1833 250 administration of the estate of William Harding. Slaves to be sold named in accompanying court order: Marie, Tom, Eliza, Patsey, Robert, Major & Lucy.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Harding, William Petition of William G. Harding regarding guardianship and Davidson 1833 250 G. administration of the estate of William Harding. Slaves to be sold named in accompanying court order: Marie, Tom, Eliza, Patsey, Robert, Major & Lucy. Hardwick, J. W. Petition of J. W. Hardwick asking compensation for services as bank Smith 1833 224 agent settling land claims on TN/KY line. Hargate, Federick Petition of Peter Swanson regarding land claims by the heirs of General Giles 1833 124 William Randall & Federick Hargate. Harman, John Petition of John MeKechan asking compensation for his services during Greene 1833 36 (Major) the Indian Wars. Named in petition: General John Seviere. Statements by Major John Harman, Francis Johnston, Samuel Vance, David Kee & John Lauderdale. Harmon, Gilly Petition of Gilly Harmon asking for a divorce from her husband, Lewis Dickson 1833 9 Harmon. (18 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 97, Page 52.) Harmon, Lewis Petition of Gilly Harmon asking for a divorce from her husband, Lewis Dickson 1833 9 Harmon. (18 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 97, Page 52.) Harney, Thomas Petition of Thomas Harney regarding land laws & the recognition of Maury 1832 84 Revolutionary War land warrants of N.C. Harper, (Captain) Petition from Captain Harper’s Company recommending Thomas H. Fayette 1833 264 Lester be appointed Justice of the Peace. Harper, Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Alexander T. Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Harper, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth Harper asking to be divorced from her husband, Sumner 1833 259a Joseph Harper. (7 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 94, Section 1, Page 50.) Harper, Elizabeth Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Harper, Harriett Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Harper, Hezekiah Petition of Martin Bowles asking a refund of the fine he paid for William 1833 173 Bowles and Hezekiah Harper. Harper, James L. Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper.

Harper, John M. Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Harper, Joseph Petition of Elizabeth Harper asking to be divorced from her husband, Sumner 1833 259a Joseph Harper. (7 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 94, Section 1, Page 50.)

Harper, Mary Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Harper, Sophia Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Harper, Tabitha Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Harper, Zelda Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Harris, David Petition of Hugh Caruthers, administrators for the estate of David Hardeman 1833 217 Harris, regarding land. Also named: James Smith. Harrison, Edward Petition of William P. Batte opposed to the petition of his wife, America Bedford 1833 267 C. R. Batte for a divorce. Statement by Edward C. Harrison. (28 Supporting Signatures. See also 1833-75) Harwell, William Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.) Hatchee River Petition of Lawrence G. Evans asking compensation for a mill he Fayette 1832 48 established on Hatchee River. Named in petition: William Visor & Horrace Loomis. Hatchie River Petition of David McKinne asking permission to build a bridge on the Hardeman 1832 142 Hatchie River. Also named: William Simpson. Hatley, Josiah Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 (Representative) Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Hawkins, Petition of Captain Hawkins recommending Gilbert Patterson for Justice Henderson 1833 65 (Captain) of the Peace. Hawkins, Peter Petition asking for the emancipation of the slave, Peter Hawkins, and Roane 1833 298 that he be allowed to remain in the Tennessee. Also named: Thomas Clark. Hawkins, William Petition asking that Samuel, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in Grainger 1833 291 the will of William Hawkins. (Copy of will included in folder) Also named: Seth McKinney. (105 supporting signatures.) Hayes, (Mr.) Petition of Christopher Strong regarding a land grant. Named in Dickson 1833 13 petition: John Hightower, Jesse Leech, Mr. Hayes & Mr. Green. Hayes, David Petition of L. McGuire contesting David Hays claim to land in Haywood Haywood 1833 96 County. Also named in petition: Joseph Greer, Robert Rowan, Sarah Grove, John Estes, & Gilbert Eccles.

Hayley, John Petition of John Haley asking compensation for clearing the Tenn. River Roane 1832 146 for navigation. Also named: Colonel Long, Captain C. R. Casey, Mr. Dedrick, Mr. Jacobs, Mr. Cook, & the Steamer Knoxville Haynes, James P. Petition recommending that James P. Haynes & Jack Hunter be given a Roane 1832 67 turnpike charter. Hays, David Petition of David Hays regarding validation of land claim. Also named: Haywood 1833 207 Robert Rowan, John Estes, Joseph Greer, Daniel McDiarmid & Eliza Estes. Hearwill, Petition from Captain Hearwill’s Company recommending Brent Spence Davidson 1832 12 (Captain) for appointment as Justice of the Peace replacing Robert New__(?), Esquire. Heiskell, (Judge) Petition of George W. Wood asking compensation for his service as Marion 1832 24 Sergeant of Arms at the impeachment trial of Judge Heiskell. Also named: Thomas N. Flecher. Henderson, B. H. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. Henderson, Petition from Captain Ridgway’s Company recommending Nathaniel Weakley 1832 55 Nathaniel Henderson for Justice of the Peace. Letter from A. Gardner to Senator Robert Murray & Representative Spearman Holland. Hendry, William Petition from Greene County asking that Delfy, a slave, be emancipated. Greene 1833 136 Named in the petition: William Hendry & John McFee. Henley, Arthur Petition of David Rupell, Arthur Henley and Nicholas Byers regarding Monroe 1833 127 land in the Hiwassee District. Henry County – Petition from Henry County asking the appointment of commissioners Henry 1833 77 Internal to oversee funds for internal improvements. Improvements Henry, Sabrah Affidavit of Sabrah Davis Henry, heir of David Davis, regarding a NC land Davidson 1833 58 Davis warrant. Herndon, Joseph Petition of Joseph Herndon asking relief from forfeiture of bond by Maury 1833 17 Nathaniel G. McKee. Also named: Shadrack Loftin. Heron, William Petition of William M. Heron asking to be granted citizenship. McMinn 1832 100 M. Herron, Henry Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Herron, James W. Petition of James W. Herron asking permission to hawk and peddle Wilson 1833 73 without a license. Hester, Thomas Petition of Elisha Stockstill asking to legalize his illegitimate son Thomas Warren 1833 198 Gilburt Gilburt Hester and change his name to Thomas Gilburt Stockstill. Hickerson, Joseph Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Hickman, Thomas Petition of Samuel Dickens regarding a land warrant. Land survey Madison 1833 56 included in folder. Named in survey: Thomas Hickman, John Barker & Mr. Bowers. Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Hicks, Henry Petition of Stephen Hicks asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Taylor Warren 1833 199 Hicks. Statements of Fransis Cantrell, Josiah Capshaw, John Reeves & Henry Hicks. Also named: William Taylor. Hicks, Jane Taylor Petition of Stephen Hicks asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Taylor Warren 1833 199 Hicks. Statements of Fransis Cantrell, Josiah Capshaw, John Reeves & Henry Hicks. Also named: William Taylor. Hicks, Joseph Petition of Joseph Hicks, Jailer for Hawkins County asking payment of Hawkins 1833 67 (Jailer) fees for keeping prisoner, James Hanna. Also named in petition: Thomas Gillenwaters & Samuel Wilson. Hicks, Stephen Petition of Stephen Hicks asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Taylor Warren 1833 199 Hicks. Statements of Fransis Cantrell, Josiah Capshaw, John Reeves & Henry Hicks. Also named: William Taylor. Higgason, J. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. Hightower, John Petition of Christopher Strong regarding a land grant. Named in Dickson 1833 13 petition: John Hightower, Jesse Leech, Mr. Hayes & Mr. Green. Hill, Henry R. W. Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Hill, Isaac Petition of Isaac Hill & Melchesedeck Hill asking permission to construct Warren 1832 103 a mill on Collins River. Folder includes the objections of Jesse Savage. Hill, John Petition asking that John Hill be authorized to retail liquor without a Grainger 1832 52 license. Hill, Petition of Isaac Hill & Melchesedeck Hill asking permission to construct Warren 1832 103 Melchesedeck a mill on Collins River. Folder includes the objections of Jesse Savage. Hill, William Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Hilliard, Alvis Petition of Alvis Hilliard, guardian of the minor heirs of Livi Ferrill, asking Maury 1832 22 permission to sell land for benefit of Harriet, Nelson, Vincent & John Ferrill. Hinds, Jane Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Hinds, William Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Hiwassee District Petition of Larkin Cardin asking relief from judgment & court cost for Monroe 1832 131 Hiwassee District land claim. Named in petition: William Ainsworth, Robert Anderson & Cherokee Indian, Bellratler. Hiwassee District Petition of David Rupell, Arthur Henley and Nicholas Byers regarding Monroe 1833 127 land in the Hiwassee District. Hodges, Ely Petition from Grainger County asking for an extension of the Bean’s Grainger 1833 157 Station Turnpike. Named in Petition: Colonel Lipscomb, Joseph Nor, Ely Hodges & Shadrack Morris. Hogan, B. Petition of Captain Wills Company asking Francis Gordon appointment Maury 1832 102 as Justice of the Peace replacing B. Hogan. Hogan, Jane Petition of Jane Hogan asking for a divorce from her husband, William Perry 1833 167 Hogan. (20 supporting Signatures.) Hogan, William Letter of William Hogan regarding an act for the benefit of Lucinda McMinn 1832 116 Allen & minor heirs of William Allen. Also named: Samuel Martin & Captain Thompson. Hogan, William Petition of Jane Hogan asking for a divorce from her husband, William Perry 1833 167 Hogan. (20 supporting Signatures.) Hogg, John B. Petition of William B. Jones regarding a lost land warrant. Also named: Gibson 1833 215 John B. Hogg. Holbert, Joel Petition of John W. Lynn asking to be reimbursed for paying own doctor Fentress 1833 69 bills during the Creek Indian War. Also named in petition: Colonel Pipkin, Captain David Smith, Mr. Keel, Dr. Christian & John Wright. Statements of Joel Holbert & John Wright. Holeman, Enoch Petition of William Cook asking that he & Enoch Holeman be given relief Robertson 1833 221 from a forfeited bond for Michael Hambright. Also named: Isaac Grover. Holladay, Petition from Robert Lindsay, David Griffith, Stephen Holladay, Mounce Jackson 1833 300 Stephen Gore & John Swizea, common school commissioners regarding land and funding. Holland, Petition from Captain Ridgway’s Company recommending Nathaniel Weakley 1832 55 Spearman Henderson for Justice of the Peace. Letter from A. Gardner to Senator (Representative) Robert Murray & Representative Spearman Holland. Holland, Petition asking that George Greer be permitted to operate a turnpike Humphreys 1832 78 Spearman road. Letter from George Greer to Senator Robert Murray & (Representative) Representative Spearman Holland. Holmes, Edward Petition of Robert L. Mitchell & William H. Baker, executors of the White 1833 296 estate of Edward Holms, asking that Lydia, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in the will. Holston River Petition asking that Aaron Armstrong be permitted to erect a mill & Knox 1833 1 dam on the Holston River. Holston River Petition of Joshua Shipley regarding his mill & dam on the Holston River Sullivan 1833 2 and navigation. Holston River Petition of Sullivan & Knox Counties regarding navigation of the Holston Sullivan, 1833 164 River. Knox Hootenpile, Petition from Captain Alexander’s Company recommending Samuel Warren 1832 57 Phillip Denby, Phillip Hootenpile, and George W. Jewel for Justice of the Peace. Hopper, Thomas Petition of Dawson B. Rockhold asking for a divorce from his wife, White 1833 81 Lucinda Moore Rockhold. Named in petition: Thomas Hopper. (15 supporting Signatures.) Hornbeak, James Petition from Marion County regarding the mill & dam of James Marion 1833 4 Hornbeak on the Sequatchie River.

Horton, William Petition of William Horton asking for a divorce from his wife, Patsy Carroll 1833 219 (Martha) Horton. Statement s by S. F. Ellen & John Parker. Horton, Patsy Petition of William Horton asking for a divorce from his wife, Patsy Carroll 1833 219 (Martha) (Martha) Horton. Statement s by S. F. Ellen & John Parker. Hoss, Nelson J. Petition of Thomas Fite, Joseph M. Caldell & Nelson J. Hoss regarding Gibson 1833 214 school funds. Houston, Howell Petition of Howell Houston regarding turnpike road tolls. Named in Cocke 1832 46 petition: William Houston, Peter Davis, Stephen Huff & William Reynolds. Houston, J. W. Petition of Elizabeth Kesee, the widow of Charles Kesee, asking 1833 32 permission to sell land in order to settle the estate. Statement of L. P. Cheatham, J. W. Horton & John G. Anderson. Houston, William Petition of Howell Houston regarding turnpike road tolls. Named in Cocke 1832 46 petition: William Houston, Peter Davis, Stephen Huff & William Reynolds. Howard, Thomas Petition of Luther M. Clements asking his wife, Florinda Clements, be Franklin 1833 216 given the privilege of Feme Sole. Also named: Thomas Howard. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 72, Section 1, Page 38.) Howard, William Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Howeth, Aquilla Petition of John Howeth asking for a divorce from his wife, Aquilla Hamilton 1832 107 Howeth. (13 supporting Signatures.) Howeth, John Petition of John Howeth asking for a divorce from his wife, Aquilla Hamilton 1832 107 Howeth. (13 supporting Signatures.) Hudson, Dawsey Petition of Conrad Stevens, G. Flowers, John Thompson, Mitchell Humphreys 1833 113 P. Chilory, Dawsey P. Hudson & Ernis Ury asking monies raised by lottery (per Act of the Legislature 1826, Chapter 144, Section 1, Page 125) for bridge construction be transferred to the common school fund. Huff, Stephen Petition of Howell Houston regarding turnpike road tolls. Named in Cocke 1832 46 petition: William Houston, Peter Davis, Stephen Huff & William Reynolds. Huggins, William Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman.

Hughs, John Petition of certain citizens of Morgan County asking to be annexed to Morgan 1833 192 Fentress County Named in petition: John Hughs, William Ramsey, George Smith, Mr. Coons, Mr. Mayett, David Edwards & Mr. Graham. Humphrey, Petition of Elisha Gower asking for a divorce from his wife, Jemima Davidson 1832 126 Stockley Gower. Named in petition: Stockley Humphrey & Mr. Runnells. (See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 47, Page 37.) Humphreys, Jese Petition of Mary Humphreys, administrator of the Estate of her Carter 1832 3 husband, Jese Humphreys, asking the emancipation of the Negroes, Lucy, Glascown, Mariah & Dealph.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Humphreys, Petition of Mary Humphreys, administrator of the Estate of her Carter 1832 3 Mary husband, Jese Humphreys, asking the emancipation of the Negroes, Lucy, Glascown, Mariah & Dealph. Hunt, F. S. Petition from Tazwell, TN recommending F. S. Hunt be appointed as Claiborne 1833 180 Justice of the Peace. Hunt, Hasell W. A letter from Hasell W. Hunt to the Committee on Printing. Davidson 1833 251 Hunter, A. G. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. Hunter, Jack Petition recommending that James P. Haynes & Jack Hunter be given a Roane 1832 67 turnpike charter. Hurst, (Mr.) Petition of Charles A. Dorian asking compensation for arresting and Hardin, 1833 277 transporting James Jones to McMinn Co, for trial. Named in petition: McMinn Mr. Hurst & Mr. Brewer. Husketh, Petition asking Abraham & Milly Husketh, free negroes, be permitted to 1833 292 Abraham reside in the State to be near their children. Also named: Nathaniel Husketh. (78 supporting signatures.) Husketh, Milly Petition asking Abraham & Milly Husketh, free negroes, be permitted to 1833 292 reside in the State to be near their children. Also named: Nathaniel Husketh. (78 supporting signatures.) Husketh, Petition asking Abraham & Milly Husketh, free negroes, be permitted to 1833 292 Nathaniel reside in the State to be near their children. Also named: Nathaniel Husketh. (78 supporting signatures.) Hutcheson, Statement of James Berry showing authorization for Alfred Hutcheson Rhea 1832 19b Alfred to sell merchandise in Rhea County Hutchison, James Petition of Gabriel Dillard asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Jones Sumner 1833 273 Dillard. Statement of Zack Talley, George W. Frazier, David Talley, Moses Butterworth & James Hutchison. Hutchison, John Petition of John Hutchison asking compensation for services as bank Robertson 1833 222 agent settling land claims on TN/KY line. Hyde, Hartwell Petition from Captain Berry Pates’ Company recommending Doctor Williamson 1832 54 B., (Esquire) Henry Y. Webb for Justice of the Peace. Also named: Hartwell B. Hyde, Esquire. Hyde, Joseph B. Petition of Robert Tinkle, Joseph B. Hyde & Charles Porter regarding a 1833 33 land claim under the occupant law. Illegitimacy Petition of Elisha Stockstill asking to legalize his illegitimate son Thomas Warren 1833 198 Gilburt Hester and change his name to Thomas Gilburt Stockstill.

Illegitimacy Petition of Noah Cotton asking that his illegitimate children by Elizabeth Sumner 1833 259b Harper be given his name and made legal heirs. Sophia Harper, Harriett Harper, Zelda Harper, John M. Harper, James L. Harper, Tabitha Harper, Mary Harper and Alexander T. Harper. Illegitimacy Petition of Allex S. Haley asking to legitimize his child Margaret A. Chase Roane 1833 260 and give her his name, Margaret A. Haley. Impeachment Petition of George W. Wood asking compensation for his service as Marion 1832 24 Sergeant of Arms at the impeachment trial of Judge Heiskell. Also named: Thomas N. Flecher. Indian, Charles Petition of Charles Reese, Jr. & Henry D. Reese, half breed Cherokees, Hamilton 1833 147a Reese Jr. asking for the privilege of citizenship.

Indian, Ezekiel Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c Fields George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Indian, Falling Petition of James McDaniel regarding a land refund for the heirs of McMinn 1833 109 Water McIntosh Falling Water McIntosh. Named in petition: John Miller, Betsy McIntosh, & Henry Matlock. Statements of Thomas Greene & Henry Matlock. Indian, George Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c Fields George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Indian, George Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c Wilson George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Indian, Henry D. Petition of Charles Reese, Jr. & Henry D. Reese, half breed Cherokees, Hamilton 1833 147a Reese asking for the privilege of citizenship. Indian, James Petition from Hamilton County asking the privilege of citizenship for Hamilton 1833 147b Brown James Brown, a half breed Cherokee. Indian, James V. Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c Fields George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Indian, John Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c Fields George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Indian, Moses Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c Fields George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Indian, William Petition of the families of William Blythe, George Wilson, John Fields, Hamilton 1833 147c Blythe George Fields, Ezekiel Fields, Moses Fields & James V. Fields, half breed Cherokees, asking the privilege of citizenship. Internal Petition from Washington County regarding internal improvements. Washington 1833 245 Improvements Iron Works Petition of John Catron regarding land for his iron works. Named in Lawrence 1832 7 petition: Wyly Barlow, James Waters, Jacob J. Waters, Daniel Layton, John Briley, Isaac Morris & Shadereck Morris. Iron Works Petition of George Gordon asking relief from taxes on land granted to Roane 1832 66 him for an iron works in Roane County Iron Works Petition of sundry citizens asking an amendment to the act granting 1833 53 2600 acres to Theoderick B. Rice for his iron works. Iron Works Petition of John & William Duncan regarding land for their iron works. Lawrence 1833 202 Irwin, William Petition of William Irwin asking to hawk and peddle without a license. Hickman 1833 168 (49 Supporting Signatures.) Isom, George Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Jacksboro, TN Petition of William Carey, County Court Clerk, regarding building an Campbell 1833 98 office on public square of Jacksboro, TN. Jackson, TN Petition from Haywood County regarding the incorporation of a rail Haywood 1833 102 road company to run from Jackson, TN to the Mississippi River by way of Brownsville, TN. Jacobs, (Mr.) Petition of John Haley asking compensation for clearing the Tenn. River Roane 1832 146 for navigation. Also named: Colonel Long, Captain C. R. Casey, Mr. Dedrick, Mr. Jacobs, Mr. Cook, & the Steamer Knoxville Jacobs, Sally Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Jamar. Richard Petition of Lucy Ballard asking for a divorce from Joseph Ballard. Giles 1833 263 Believing he was dead she had remarried to Richard Jamar. (See Private Act of TN 1833, Chapter 196, Section 1, Page 106.) James, Benjamin Petition asking that Benjamin James, a Free Man of Color, be permitted Hawkins 1832 5 to reside in Hawkins County Jarrett, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth A. Jarrett asking for a divorce from her husband, Bedford 1833 244 A. George L. Jarrett. (33 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 285, Section 1, Page 162) Jarrett, George L. Petition of Elizabeth A. Jarrett asking for a divorce from her husband, Bedford 1833 244 George L. Jarrett. (33 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 285, Section 1, Page 162) Jefferson County Petition from Jefferson County asking a state wide program of internal Jefferson 1833 162 – Internal improvements be established. Improvements Jett, John Petition of John Jett seeking relief from judgment that he with John White 1833 288 Chisum & Thomas Bounds received as security for Joel Mitchell, Entry Taker. Jewel, George W. Petition from Captain Alexander’s Company recommending Samuel Warren 1832 57 Denby, Phillip Hootenpile, and George W. Jewel for Justice of the Peace. Johnson, Calvin Petition of Calvin Johnson asking for divorce from his wife, Sarah Jackson 1832 42 Johnson. They mutually agree to the divorce. Petition also signed by James Goldsby, Elizabeth Goldsby, William Johnson & Martha Johnson. Johnson, Joseph Petition of Joseph H. Johnson regarding a lottery to fund construction Davidson, 1833 143 H. of a Masonic Lodge. Named in petition: Peter R. Booker, Patrick Maury McGuire, Pleasant Nelson, Henson Grove, Edward W. Dale & Dyer Pearl & County Johnson, Martha Petition of Calvin Johnson asking for divorce from his wife, Sarah Jackson 1832 42 Johnson. They mutually agree to the divorce. Petition also signed by James Goldsby, Elizabeth Goldsby, William Johnson & Martha Johnson. Johnson, Sarah Petition of Calvin Johnson asking for divorce from his wife, Sarah Jackson 1832 42 Johnson. They mutually agree to the divorce. Petition also signed by James Goldsby, Elizabeth Goldsby, William Johnson & Martha Johnson. Johnson, William Petition of Calvin Johnson asking for divorce from his wife, Sarah Jackson 1832 42 Johnson. They mutually agree to the divorce. Petition also signed by James Goldsby, Elizabeth Goldsby, William Johnson & Martha Johnson. Johnston, Petition of Andrew Johnson asking relief from forfeited bond of James Maury 1833 46 Andrew Turner. (6 pages of supporting signatures.). Johnston, Francis Petition of John MeKechan asking compensation for his services during Greene 1833 36 the Indian Wars. Named in petition: General John Seviere. Statements by Major John Harman, Francis Johnston, Samuel Vance, David Kee & John Lauderdale. Jones, B. S. Petition asking permission to establish a third militia company in Jackson 1833 83 (Captain) Jackson County Named in Petition: Captain B.S. Jones & Captain Amos Maxwell.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Jones, Elias C. Petition of Elias C. Jones, a free negro, asking permission to prove his Washington 1832 9 accounts. Jones, Gabriel Petition of William Hall for a divorce from his wife, Phebe Hall. Franklin, 1833 84 Statements of Giles Richardson, Frances Richardson, Gabriel Jones & Rutherford Polly Jones. (See also 1832-49 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Sect. 1, Page 139) Jones, James Affidavit of Mark P. Brewer regarding the conviction of James Jones of Hardin, 1833 246 Grand Larceny in McMinn County. McMinn Jones, James Petition of Charles A. Dorian asking compensation for arresting and Hardin, 1833 277 transporting James Jones to McMinn Co, for trial. Named in petition: McMinn Mr. Hurst & Mr. Brewer. Jones, Polly Petition of William Hall for a divorce from his wife, Phebe Hall. Franklin, 1833 84 Statements of Giles Richardson, Frances Richardson, Gabriel Jones & Rutherford Polly Jones. (See also 1832-49 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Sect. 1, Page 139) Jones, William B. Petition of William B. Jones regarding a lost land warrant. Also named: Gibson 1833 215 John B. Hogg. Jones, William B. Petition of William B. Jones asking compensation for services as Gibson 1833 177 surveyor of the 13th District. Jonesboro, TN – Petition from some citizens of Washington County living outside of Washington 1832 29 boundaries Jonesboro, Tennessee opposed to the extension of the corporate limits of the town. Jonesboro, TN – Petition from citizens of Jonesboro asking for an extension of the Washington 1832 30 boundaries corporate limits of Jonesboro. Jopling, Thomas Petition from Captain S. Laws Company recommending Andrew J. Wilson 1832 53 (Esquire) McDonald be appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing Thomas Jopling, Esquire, resigned. Justice of the Petition from Captain Hearwill’s Company recommending Brent Spence Davidson 1832 12 Peace for appointment as Justice of the Peace replacing Robert New__(?), Esquire. Justice of the Petition of the Town Regiment of Nashville recommending William M. Davidson 1832 13 Peace Berryhill be appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing Wilkins Tannerhill. Justice of the Petition from Claiborne County recommending Benjamin Sewell be Claiborne 1832 14 Peace appointed as Justice of the Peace. Justice of the Petition from Fentress County recommending William Chilton, Esquire, Fentress 1832 15 Peace be appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing James Campbell, Esquire. Justice of the Petition from Captain Foust Company recommending Isaiah F. Cate be Henry 1832 50 Peace appointed as Justice of the Peace. Justice of the Petition from Captain S. Laws Company recommending Andrew J. Wilson 1832 53 Peace McDonald be appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing Thomas Jopling, Esquire, resigned. Justice of the Petition from Captain Berry Pates’ Company recommending Doctor Williamson 1832 54 Peace Henry Y. Webb for Justice of the Peace. Also named: Hartwell B. Hyde, Esquire. Justice of the Petition from Captain Ridgway’s Company recommending Nathaniel Weakley 1832 55 Peace Henderson for Justice of the Peace. Letter from A. Gardner to Senator Robert Murray & Representative Spearman Holland. Justice of the Resignation of Andrew Crockett as Justice of the Peace for Sullivan Sullivan 1832 56 Peace County.

Justice of the Petition from Captain Alexander’s Company recommending Samuel Warren 1832 57 Peace Denby, Phillip Hootenpile, and George W. Jewel for Justice of the Peace. Justice of the Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Peace Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Justice of the Petition of Captain Wills Company asking Francis Gordon appointment Maury 1832 102 Peace as Justice of the Peace replacing B. Hogan. Justice of the Petition from Humphreys County asking the appointment of William Humphreys 1832 119 Peace Bludworth as Justice of the Peace. Justice of the Report of election results of a new militia company in Stewart County Stewart 1832 128 Peace Benjamin Taylor, Captain; John Randal, Lieutenant; Thomas Ward & Frederick Wesson, Justice of the Peace. Justice of the Petition asking for a law that would provide proper compensation for Montgomery 1833 43 Peace those who serve as Justice of the Peace. Justice of the Petition of Captain Hawkins recommending Gilbert Patterson for Justice Henderson 1833 65 Peace of the Peace. Justice of the Memorial of James C. Mitchell regarding a Justice of the peace manual 1833 172 Peace he is having printed. Justice of the Petition from Tazwell, TN recommending F. S. Hunt be appointed as Claiborne 1833 180 Peace Justice of the Peace. Justice of the Petition from Captain Harper’s Company recommending Thomas H. Fayette 1833 264 Peace Lester be appointed Justice of the Peace. Justice of the Petition from Capt. H. F. Rutherford’s Company recommending Henry Dyer 1833 287 Peace R. Chambers & Jesse Goodman be appointed as Justice of the peace. Also named: Zachariah Payne, Esq. & John Keneley, Esq. Kee, David Petition of John MeKechan asking compensation for his services during Greene 1833 36 the Indian Wars. Named in petition: General John Seviere. Statements by Major John Harman, Francis Johnston, Samuel Vance, David Kee & John Lauderdale. Keel, (Mr.) Petition of John W. Lynn asking to be reimbursed for paying own doctor Fentress 1833 69 bills during the Creek Indian War. Also named in petition: Colonel Pipkin, Captain David Smith, Mr. Keel, Dr. Christian & John Wright. Statements of Joel Holbert & John Wright. Keeling, Lavina Petition of Thomas S. Keeling asking for a divorce from his wife, Lavina Wayne 1833 8 Archer Archer Keeling. Keeling, Thomas Petition of Thomas S. Keeling asking for a divorce from his wife, Lavina Wayne 1833 8 S. Archer Keeling. Keith, (Judge) Petition of Sarah Kelso, widow of Hugh Kelso, regarding a claim for 1832 73 improved land. Named in petition: Thomas Man, Governor McMinn & Judge Keith. Kelly, Jesse Petition of Rebecca Hamilton Kelly asking for a divorce from her Washington 1833 121 husband, Jesse Kelly. (14 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 119, Section 1, Page 65.) Kelly, John Petition of John Kelly regarding a road across Lookout Mountain. Marion 1833 91 Kelly, Nimrod O. Petition of Nimrod O. Kelley regarding land to be used to establish a 1832 28 poor farm. Kelly, Rebecca Petition of Rebecca Hamilton Kelly asking for a divorce from her Washington 1833 121 Hamilton husband, Jesse Kelly. (14 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 119, Section 1, Page 65.)

Kelso, Hugh Petition of Sarah Kelso, widow of Hugh Kelso, regarding a claim for 1832 73 improved land. Named in petition: Thomas Man, Governor McMinn & Judge Keith. Kelso, Sarah Petition of Sarah Kelso, widow of Hugh Kelso, regarding a claim for 1832 73 improved land. Named in petition: Thomas Man, Governor McMinn & Judge Keith. Kendricks, Petition of Alfred Middleton, executor of the estate of John Middleton, Maury 1833 134 Thomas regarding land. Named in petition: Thomas Kendricks & Mr. McGavock. Keneley, John Petition from Capt. H. F. Rutherford’s Company recommending Henry Dyer 1833 287 (Esquire) R. Chambers & Jesse Goodman be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named: Zachariah Payne, Esq. & John Keneley, Esq. Kennedy, Andrew Statement of Dr. Joseph E. Bell regarding the divorce of Martin Fry and Greene 1833 35 Letitia Walker Fry. Also named: Andrew Kennedy. Kerr, Joseph Petition of Martin F. Wade regarding a lost deed between Joseph Kerr Bedford 1832 139 & James Shepherd. Statements of John Graham & Richard Graham. Copy of NC grant and deed included in folder. Kesee, Charles Petition of Elizabeth Kesee, the widow of Charles Kesee, asking 1833 32 permission to sell land in order to settle the estate. Statement of L. P. Cheatham, J. W. Horton & John G. Anderson. Kesee, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth Kesee, the widow of Charles Kesee, asking 1833 32 permission to sell land in order to settle the estate. Statement of L. P. Cheatham, J. W. Horton & John G. Anderson. Killens, John L. Petition of Thomas Riddle & John G. Smith regarding a turnpike charter. McMinn 1832 115 Also named: Major Robinson, John L. Killens, Samuel Findleys, William Suvals, James A. Whiteside & Blys Ferry. Kimbo, B. Petition of Dubart S. Bourland and Mrs. Martha Wood regarding Fayette 1832 59 occupant claims. Named in petition: B. Kimbro, Stephen Wood & Thomas Galloway. Kimbrough, Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Joseph Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills.

Kincaid, (Doctor) Petition from Thomas C. Moore asking relief from criminal charges. Bedford 1832 122 Named in petition: Mr. Stephens, Daniel Turrentine & Doctor Kincaid. (75 Supporting Signatures.) Kingston, TN Petitions from Citizens of Kingston, TN for & against a re-survey and Roane 1833 42 plan for the town of Kingston. Kirkpatrick, Amos Petition of William Scandland, John Graham, Amos Kirkpatrick & John Jackson 1833 271 Rose asking relief from paying interest on bond for John Wilson, Entry Taker. Also named: Samuel G. Smith.

Kneeland, Ira C. Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman.

Knox County – Petition from Knox County regarding a state wide program of internal Knox 1833 158 Internal improvements. Improvements Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Knoxville Petition of Patrick Carey, editor of the Knoxville Intelligence asking Knox 1833 119 Intelligence compensation for printing services. Named in petition: James Mallory, Sheriff of Stewart County, & William Williams Stewart County Court Clerk. Knoxville Petition from the Knoxville Steamboat Company regarding navigation Knox 1832 34 Steamboat on the Tennessee River. Company LaFayette Petition from Hardeman County asking for land to establish LaFayette Hardeman 1832 86 Academy Academy. LaGrange, TN Petition from Mayor and Aldermen of LaGrange against act declaring Fayette 1833 152 Wolfe River navigable. Lampkins, Petition of Sinderella Standfield Caldwell asking for a divorce from her Sumner 1832 141 Elizabeth husband, William B. Caldwell. Also named in petition: Abraham Standfield, Elizabeth Lampkins, William H. Caldwell & a Negro, Parthena. Lancaster, Aaron Petition asking relief from fine for Aaron Lancaster and his restoration Hickman 1833 22 to full citizenship. Lance, Samuel Petition of Samuel Lance asking Mr. Whitney be given permission to Warren 1832 136 hawk and peddle without a license. Land Petition of John Autry regarding land. Named in petition: John Lyon. Henderson 1832 23 Land Petition of Benjamion Drain regarding land. Named in petition: John Washington 1832 31 Warren, Richard Smith & Moses Meek. Land Petition of Dubart S. Bourland and Mrs. Martha Wood regarding Fayette 1832 59 occupant claims. Named in petition: B. Kimbro, Stephen Wood & Thomas Galloway. Land Petition of Mary Butler asking for land preference. Named in petition: Roane 1832 62 Samuel Martin. Land Petition of John Wright regarding land. Roane 1832 63 Land Petition of Sarah Kelso, widow of Hugh Kelso, regarding a claim for 1832 73 improved land. Named in petition: Thomas Man, Governor McMinn & Judge Keith. Land Petition of Isaac Ferrell & Nimrod Porter opposed to the sale of land of Maury 1832 75 Levi Ferrell, deceased, to a Mr. Willard claiming it would be a disservice to his wife & heirs. Land Petition of Samuel Dickins regarding a land warrant. Marion 1832 90 Land Petition of Richard W. Crump asking for land compensation. His wife, Shelby 1832 106 Susana Crump gave birth to triplets – Mark C. Crump, George W. Crump & Esalilles Crump. Statement of John Ralston, Surveyor. Land Petition of Martin F. Wade regarding a lost deed between Joseph Kerr Bedford 1832 139 & James Shepherd. Statements of John Graham & Richard Graham. Copy of NC grant and deed included in folder. Land Petition of L. McGuire contesting David Hays claim to land in Haywood Haywood 1833 96 County. Also named in petition: Joseph Greer, Robert Rowan, Sarah Grove, John Estes, & Gilbert Eccles. Land Petition of James McDaniel regarding a land refund for the heirs of McMinn 1833 109 Falling Water McIntosh. Named in petition: John Miller, Betsy McIntosh, & Henry Matlock. Statements of Thomas Greene & Henry Matlock. Land Petition of Peter Swanson regarding land claims by the heirs of General Giles 1833 124 William Randall & Federick Hargate.

Land Petition of David Rupell, Arthur Henley and Nicholas Byers regarding Monroe 1833 127 land in the Hiwassee District. Land Petition of John Armstrong, Deputy Surveyor) regarding a land grant of McMinn 1833 200 Lewis Ross and asking a refund of money paid for the grant. Land Petition of Joseph Brown regarding a land preference. Maury 1833 205 Land Petition of David Hays regarding validation of land claim. Also named: Haywood 1833 207 Robert Rowan, John Estes, Joseph Greer, Daniel McDiarmid & Eliza Estes. Land Petition of John Balch regarding a land grant. Named in petition: John Greene 1833 210 Gray, Peter Pitsinbargher & George Rinker. Land Petition of William B. Jones regarding a lost land warrant. Also named: Gibson 1833 215 John B. Hogg. Land Petition of John Stepp asking compensation for improvement to school McMinn 1833 228 land. Statement by John Bonderant & Richard Sharp. Land Petition of William Chilton, Jr. regarding a refund on land. Overton 1833 241 Land Petition of Joab Wilson asking occupant rights. Haywood 1833 252 Land Petition on behalf of Joseph Marman asking for a land preference. Hardeman 1833 274 Land Petition of C. S. Butler regarding land. Named in petition: Tyre Riddle. Henderson 1833 280 Land Petition of John Byrd regarding land. Named in petition: S. C. Brooks & Fayette 1833 285 John Murray. Statement by E. C. Crisp, surveyor. Land Claims Petition of Senators John Ashe, Sam Turney & W. A. Moore against a 1832 60 resolution to re-open old land claims. Land Grant Petition of William W. Grant regarding a land grant of his late father, Davidson 1832 135 William Grant. Named in petition: Archibald Wood & James Carlisle. Land Grant Petition of Christopher Strong regarding a land grant. Named in Dickson 1833 13 petition: John Hightower, Jesse Leech, Mr. Hayes & Mr. Green. Land Sales Petition of Joseph Crockett & Benjamin Gray asking a law regarding 1833 256 sheriffs selling land for taxes. Land Survey Petition of Samuel Dickens regarding a land warrant. Land survey Madison 1833 56 included in folder. Named in survey: Thomas Hickman, John Barker & Mr. Bowers. Land Warrant Affidavit of Sabrah Davis Henry, heir of David Davis, regarding a NC land Davidson 1833 58 warrant. Land, Iron Works Petition of Montgomery Bell asking a land preference for his Iron Works Davidson 1833 130 at “The Narrows of Harpeth.” Also mentions his offer of land for a U. S. Armory. Land, Mill Petition of Loyd Rowland asking a land preference of 500 acres to Carroll 1833 80 support his saw & grist mill. Land, Occupant Petition of Robert Tinkle, Joseph B. Hyde & Charles Porter regarding a 1833 33 Law land claim under the occupant law. Land, School Petition from Humphreys County asking a law be passed requiring all Humphreys 1832 87 school land entries to be verified, entered and taxed. Land, School Petition from Maury County regarding a tract of school land on the Maury, 1832 89 border of Maury & Bedford Counties. Bedford Land, School Petition of concerned citizens regarding common school commissioners Marion 1833 55 and their oversight of school land. Land, U. S. Petition of Montgomery Bell asking a land preference for his Iron Works Davidson 1833 130 Armory at “The Narrows of Harpeth.” Also mentions his offer of land for a U. S. Armory. Latham, Edward Petition of Edward P. Latham asking a land preference of 500 acres Weakley 1833 49 P. adjoining his saw & grist mill. (3 pages of signatures.)

Lauderdale, John Petition of John MeKechan asking compensation for his services during Greene 1833 36 the Indian Wars. Named in petition: General John Seviere. Statements by Major John Harman, Francis Johnston, Samuel Vance, David Kee & John Lauderdale. Law, Petition of Benjamin B. Cannon & Asahel Rawlings to amend Hamilton 1833 169 Administration administration law. Law, Assault & Petition from the grand Jurors of Blount Co, asking a change in law of Blount 1832 26 Battery 1825 regarding assault and battery. Law, Coroner Petition of John Reynolds, coroner of Cocke County, asking necessary Cocke 1833 39 Fees amendments be made to the laws related to fees of coroners and those serving on coroner’s jurors. Law, Debtor’s Petition from Gibson County asking changes in the laws regarding Gibson 1833 176 taxation, Debtors & a Wolf Bounty. Law, Hunting Petition of Robertson County asking a law to prohibit hunting deer with Robertson 1832 114 hounds on posted property. Law, Land Petition from White County asking the present land laws be amended White 1832 97 to control large purchases of land by speculators. Law, Land Petition from Maury County asking changes be made to the Land Maury 1832 93 Taxation taxation laws. Law, Liquor Petition from Montgomery County concerning tippling laws. Montgomery 1833 85 Law, Militia Petition from Blount County regarding the Militia Law and their being Blount 1832 43 unable to secure equipment. Law, Paupers Petition of citizens asking for a law providing basic essentials to the Stewart 1833 150 poor whereby they could provide for themselves. Law, S. (Captain) Petition from Captain S. Laws Company recommending Andrew J. Wilson 1832 53 McDonald be appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing Thomas Jopling, Esquire, resigned. Law, School Petition from Common School district #28 asking the school laws be Wilson 1832 88 changed to allow children five years of age to attend school & the annual election of school trustees. Law, Taxation Petition from Gibson County asking changes in the laws regarding Gibson 1833 176 taxation, Debtors & a Wolf Bounty. Law, Wolf Bounty Petition from Gibson County asking changes in the laws regarding Gibson 1833 176 taxation, Debtors & a Wolf Bounty. Lawrence, Petition of William R. Lawrence asking for a divorce from his wife, McMinn 1833 107 Rebecca Balling Rebecca Balling Lawrence. (9 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 223, Section 2. Page 121.)

Lawrence, Petition of William R. Lawrence asking for a divorce from his wife, McMinn 1833 107 William R. Rebecca Balling Lawrence. (9 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 223, Section 2. Page 121.) Laws, Land Petition of Thomas Harney regarding land laws & the recognition of Maury 1832 84 Revolutionary War land warrants of N.C. Laws, Mechanics Petition from the Mechanics of Roane County asking extension of Roane 1833 235 Lien mechanics lien law. Layman, Isaac Petition of Isaac Layman asking for relief. Lincoln 1833 63 Layton, Daniel Petition of John Catron regarding land for his iron works. Named in Lawrence 1832 7 petition: Wyly Barlow, James Waters, Jacob J. Waters, Daniel Layton, John Briley, Isaac Morris & Shadereck Morris. Lebanon, TN Petition from Davidson County asking that a charter be given for a Davidson 1832 130 turnpike road from Nashville to Lebanon. (Many Signatures.)

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Lee, Mason Petition of Jonathan and William Pennywell, illegitimate children of the 1833 265 late Mason Lee, asking for a share of his estate. Copy of S.C. Legislative Act naming them as heirs of Mason Lee. Leech, Jesse Petition of Christopher Strong regarding a land grant. Named in Dickson 1833 13 petition: John Hightower, Jesse Leech, Mr. Hayes & Mr. Green. Lester, Thomas H. Petition from Captain Harper’s Company recommending Thomas H. Fayette 1833 264 Lester be appointed Justice of the Peace. Lester, Zachariah Petition of Mary Quillan asking compensation for rearing certain Monroe 1833 129 orphans. Named in petition: Zachariah Lester. Statement of Isaac Cofman. Lewis, William Petition of citizens asking the emancipation of a slave named Loo. Davidson 1833 145 Terrel (Major) Statement of Thomas Crutcher, Addison East & John H. Eaton. Also named: Major William Terrel Lewis & William Allen. (71 supporting signatures.) License, Petition of Terry H. Willie asking for a $2000.00 loan and permission to 1833 34 Merchant sell goods without a license. License, Petition of William Oliver asking that he be allowed to hawk and peddle Lawrence 1833 122 Merchant without a license. License, Petition on behalf of John Estes asking he be granted the ability to hawk Warren 1833 123 Merchant and peddle without a license. License, Petition of William Irwin asking to hawk and peddle without a license. Hickman 1833 168 Merchant (49 Supporting Signatures.) License, Petition on behalf of Jackson Wharry asking permission to hawk and Warren 1833 197 Merchant peddle without a license. (82 supporting signatures) License, Petition requesting permission for Eli A. Seay to hawk and peddle Williamson 1833 209 Merchant without a license. (41 signatures) License, Petition of John Turner asking permission to hawk and peddle without a Roane 1832 16 Merchants license. License, Petition of John Crozier asking a refund on merchant’s license. Named Knox 1832 19a Merchants in petition: William Swan. License, Statement of James Berry showing authorization for Alfred Hutcheson Rhea 1832 19b Merchants to sell merchandise in Rhea County License, Petition in behalf of Jesse R. Faulkner asking he be given the privilege to Davidson 1832 36 Merchants hawk and peddle without a license. License, Petition of Samuel Estes asking permission to hawk and peddle without Davidson 1832 37 Merchants a license. Statement of Peyton Robertson, M.D. License, Petition of William D. Turner asking permission to hawk and peddle Dickson 1832 39 Merchants without a license. Statement of Carter Fenny. License, Petition on behalf of John Woody asking that he be given permission to Roane 1832 64 Merchants hawk and peddle without a license. License, Petition of Francis K. Suddath asking authorization to hawk and peddle Roane 1832 65 Merchants without a license. License, Petition of Henry Butler asking permission to hawk and peddle without 1832 72 Merchants a license. (98 Supporting Signatures.) License, Petition of Robert A. McManus asking permission to hawk and peddle White 1832 91 Merchants without a license. (39 Supporting Signatures.) License, Petition of Abner Mason asking permission to hawk and peddle without Rutherford 1832 99 Merchants a license. License, Petition asking Robert Foster be given the privilege to hawk and peddle Smith 1832 109 Merchants without a license. (52 Supporting Signatures.)

License, Petition of Samuel Lance asking Mr. Whitney be given permission to Warren 1832 136 Merchants hawk and peddle without a license. License, Petition of Sterling S. Condray, George W. Williams & Elijah Thurman Hamilton 1832 33 Merchants asking for a merchant’s license. Statement of Isabelt Cambridge. License, Petition of Linsey J. Mann asking permission to hawk and peddle Smith 1833 218 Merchants without a license. License, Petition of Samuel Ratliff asking permission to hawk & peddle without a Hickman 1833 16 Merchants license. (22 supporting signatures.) License, Petition from Dickson County asking Allen Nimmo be granted the Dickson 1833 18 Merchants privilege to hawk and peddle without a license.

License, Petition from Wayne County asking permission for William Thornton to Wayne 1833 19 Merchants hawk and peddle without a license. Statement of John Rayburn. License, Petition on behalf of Radford Butt asking he be permitted to hawk and Maury, 1833 25 Merchants peddle without a license. (96 Supporting Signatures.) Hickman License, Petition from Bradford & Dechard regarding a merchant’s license Lincoln, 1833 41 Merchants refund. Franklin License, Petition from Overton County asking George Wallace be given the Maury 1833 45 Merchants privilege to Hawk and Peddle without a license. (60 supporting Signatures) License, Petition asking permission for Elisha Reynolds to hawk and peddle Warren 1833 48 Merchants without a license. License, Petition of Richard Catlett asking the privilege to peddle without a Sevier 1833 50 Merchants license. (81 supporting signatures.) License, Petition asking permission for John J. Williams to hawk and peddle Hardin 1833 51 Merchants without a license. (Many signatures.) License, Petition of James W. Herron asking permission to hawk and peddle Wilson 1833 73 Merchants without a license. License, Petition asking permission for Moses F. White to hawk and peddle Bedford 1833 79 Merchants without a license. License, Petition of Joseph Smith asking authorization to retail liquor and/or McNairy 1833 86 Merchants hawk and peddle without a license. License, Petition of Thomas Anderson Jr. asking permission to hawk and peddle Knox 1833 117 Merchants without a license. License, Petition of Littleberry Roberts asking permission to hawk and peddle Roane, 1833 242 Merchants without a license. Morgan License, Petition of Thomas Wheeler asking permission to retail (peddle) Campbell 1833 247 Merchants without a license. Money to be used to pay upkeep of his road.

License, Petition of John J. Williams asking permission to hawk and peddle 1833 279 Merchants without a license. (73 Supporting signatures.) License, Petition on behalf of John H. Smith asking authorization for him to hawk Knox 1833 94 Merchants and Peddle without a license. (Many signatures.) Lillard, Amanda Petition of Elizabeth Lillard regarding the sale of land of deceased Monroe 1833 170 husband, James Lillard, for the benefit of his minor heirs: Amanda Lillard, William W. Lillard, Rachel Lillard, Lucinda Lillard, John B. Lillard & James H. Lillard. Lillard, Elizabeth Petition of Elizabeth Lillard regarding the sale of land of deceased Monroe 1833 170 husband, James Lillard, for the benefit of his minor heirs: Amanda Lillard, William W. Lillard, Rachel Lillard, Lucinda Lillard, John B. Lillard & James H. Lillard.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Lillard, James Petition of Elizabeth Lillard regarding the sale of land of deceased Monroe 1833 170 husband, James Lillard, for the benefit of his minor heirs: Amanda Lillard, William W. Lillard, Rachel Lillard, Lucinda Lillard, John B. Lillard & James H. Lillard. Lillard, James H. Petition of Elizabeth Lillard regarding the sale of land of deceased Monroe 1833 170 husband, James Lillard, for the benefit of his minor heirs: Amanda Lillard, William W. Lillard, Rachel Lillard, Lucinda Lillard, John B. Lillard & James H. Lillard. Lillard, John B. Petition of Elizabeth Lillard regarding the sale of land of deceased Monroe 1833 170 husband, James Lillard, for the benefit of his minor heirs: Amanda Lillard, William W. Lillard, Rachel Lillard, Lucinda Lillard, John B. Lillard & James H. Lillard. Lillard, Lucinda Petition of Elizabeth Lillard regarding the sale of land of deceased Monroe 1833 170 husband, James Lillard, for the benefit of his minor heirs: Amanda Lillard, William W. Lillard, Rachel Lillard, Lucinda Lillard, John B. Lillard & James H. Lillard. Lillard, Rachel Petition of Elizabeth Lillard regarding the sale of land of deceased Monroe 1833 170 husband, James Lillard, for the benefit of his minor heirs: Amanda Lillard, William W. Lillard, Rachel Lillard, Lucinda Lillard, John B. Lillard & James H. Lillard. Lillard, William Petition of Elizabeth Lillard regarding the sale of land of deceased Monroe 1833 170 W. husband, James Lillard, for the benefit of his minor heirs: Amanda Lillard, William W. Lillard, Rachel Lillard, Lucinda Lillard, John B. Lillard & James H. Lillard. Lincoln, Jesse Petition of George Gordon regarding his turnpike from White’s Creek to Roane 1833 204 Sparta. Named in petition: John Tollet, James Arms, Jesse Lincoln, George Dawson, Robert Burk & John Brown. Lindsay, Robert Petition from Robert Lindsay, David Griffith, Stephen Holladay, Mounce Jackson 1833 300 Gore & John Swizea, common school commissioners regarding land and funding. Liningston, Petition of George Wilson, asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Ann Davidson 1833 139 William Richardson Wilson. Statement of William Livingston. Also named Rhea Wilson. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 61, Section 1, Page 33.) Lipscomb, Petition from Grainger County asking for an extension of the Bean’s Grainger 1833 157 (Colonel) Station Turnpike. Named in Petition: Colonel Lipscomb, Joseph Nor, Ely Hodges & Shadrack Morris. Liquor Petition of Ira Bryles asking authorization to retail liquor without a Fayette 1832 45 license. Liquor Petition asking that John Hill be authorized to retail liquor without a Grainger 1832 52 license. Liquor Petition asking authorization for William H. Rogers to retail liquor Perry 1832 61 without a license. Proposed bill included in the folder. Liquor Petition asking that only licensed inn keepers be permitted to retail Blount 1832 140 liquor. Liquor Petition asking repeal of the law regarding the sale of liquor to slaves. Davidson 1832 145 Liquor Petition on behalf of Alfred Pursell asking authorization for him to retail Jackson 1833 82 liquor without a license. Named in petition: Thomas Smith & William W. Woodfolk. Liquor Petition of Joseph Smith asking authorization to retail liquor and/or McNairy 1833 86 hawk and peddle without a license.

Liquor Petition of Henry Casils asking permission to retail liquor without a Madison 1833 89 license. (71 Supporting Signatures.) Liquor Petition of John Wright asking permission to retail liquor without a Fentress 1833 128 license. Liquor Petition of Zacheus Copeland asking authorization to retail liquor Jefferson 1833 159 without a license. Liquor Petition asking that Mr. Lonas be permitted to sell liquor without a Knox 1833 161 license. Statements of Miller Francis & Samuel McCroskey. Liquor Petition of James Peterson asking to retail liquor without a license. Campbell 1833 175 Liquor Petition from Hardin County asking Macajah G. Allen be permitted to Hardin 1833 278 retail liquor without a license. (139 Supporting signatures.) Letter to John Rayburn & B. Alford included in folder. Little Hatchie Petition from Hardeman County asking that the Little Hatchie River be Hardeman 1833 272 River kept open for navigation. Named in petition: William Grains. Livestock Petition concerning law to prohibit non residents of Rhea County from Rhea 1832 98 grazing livestock in their County. Livestock Petition asking only residents of Humphreys County be permitted to Humphreys 1832 120 graze their cattle there. Livestock Petition of Stephen Roach asking legislation for the protection of cattle. Hardin 1832 125 Locke, Elizabeth Petition of William Scandland, administrator of the estate of Colonel Jackson 1832 112 William Locke, asking to sell certain lands to settle the estate. Also named: Elizabeth Locke, Mary Ann Locke, James W. Locke. Statement of James W. Smith. Locke, James W. Petition of William Scandland, administrator of the estate of Colonel Jackson 1832 112 William Locke, asking to sell certain lands to settle the estate. Also named: Elizabeth Locke, Mary Ann Locke, James W. Locke. Statement of James W. Smith. Locke, Mary Ann Petition of William Scandland, administrator of the estate of Colonel Jackson 1832 112 William Locke, asking to sell certain lands to settle the estate. Also named: Elizabeth Locke, Mary Ann Locke, James W. Locke. Statement of James W. Smith. Locke, William Petition of William Scandland, administrator of the estate of Colonel Jackson 1832 112 (Colonel) William Locke, asking to sell certain lands to settle the estate. Also named: Elizabeth Locke, Mary Ann Locke, James W. Locke. Statement of James W. Smith. Loftin, Shadrack Petition of Joseph Herndon asking relief from forfeiture of bond by Maury 1833 17 Nathaniel G. McKee. Also named: Shadrack Loftin. Lonas, (Mr.) Petition asking that Mr. Lonas be permitted to sell liquor without a Knox 1833 161 license. Statements of Miller Francis & Samuel McCroskey. Long, (Colonel) Petition of John Haley asking compensation for clearing the Tenn. River Roane 1832 146 for navigation. Also named: Colonel Long, Captain C. R. Casey, Mr. Dedrick, Mr. Jacobs, Mr. Cook, & the Steamer Knoxville

Lookout Petition of John Kelly regarding a road across Lookout Mountain. Marion 1833 91 Mountain, TN Loomis, Horrace Petition of Lawrence G. Evans asking compensation for a mill he Fayette 1832 48 established on Hatchee River. Named in petition: William Visor & Horrace Loomis. Lottery Petition From Jackson County asking permission to hold a lottery to Jackson 1832 41 fund the building of a bridge across Roaring River. Lottery Petition of Richard Reynolds asking permission to conduct a lottery. Williamson 1833 71

Lottery Petition of Joseph H. Johnson regarding a lottery to fund construction Davidson, 1833 143 of a Masonic Lodge. Named in petition: Peter R. Booker, Patrick Maury McGuire, Pleasant Nelson, Henson Grove Edward W. Dale & Dyer Pearl & County Lottery, Bridge Petition from Jackson County asking permission to hold a lottery to Jackson 1832 123 finance a bridge on Roaring River. Lottery, Bridge Petition asking permission to conduct a lottery for the funding of a Lincoln 1833 70 bridge across Cane Creek. Named in petition: John W. Blakes. Luckey, J. M. (Dr.) Petition from Smith County asking that John, Linsey & Pinchum, Smith 1832 71 emancipated slaves formerly owned by Ellery Risen, Deceased, be allowed to remain in Smith County near their children. Also named in the petition: Mrs. Denny & Doctor J. M. Luckey. Lumpkins, Petitions regarding a divorce request of Edward Lumpkins from his wife Giles 1832 69 Edward Nancy Tashley Lumpkins. (84 signatures in support of the request, 84 signatures opposed to the request saying he mistreated his wife.) Lumpkins, Nancy Petitions regarding a divorce request of Edward Lumpkins from his wife Giles 1832 69 Tashley Nancy Tashley Lumpkins. (84 signatures in support of the request, 84 signatures opposed to the request saying he mistreated his wife.) Lyle, William G. Petition from Monroe County asking William G. Lyle be given relief of Monroe 1832 79 land payments as he is now physically disabled. Lynn, John W. Petition of John W. Lynn asking to be reimbursed for paying own doctor Fentress 1833 69 bills during the Creek Indian War. Also named in petition: Colonel Pipkin, Captain David Smith, Mr. Keel, Dr. Christian & John Wright. Statements of Joel Holbert & John Wright. Lyon, John Petition of John Autry regarding land. Named in petition: John Lyon. Henderson 1832 23 Lytle, Charity Petition of the Negro, Stephen Lytle asking emancipation of himself and Davidson 1833 140 his wife Charity and child, Mary Shephard Lytle. Named in petition: James J. Dozier, John Spence & Amos Sawyer. (25 supporting signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 258, Section 1, Page 142.) Lytle, Mary Petition of the Negro, Stephen Lytle asking emancipation of himself and Davidson 1833 140 Shephard his wife Charity and child, Mary Shephard Lytle. Named in petition: James J. Dozier, John Spence & Amos Sawyer. (25 supporting signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 258, Section 1, Page 142.) Lytle, Stephen Petition of the Negro, Stephen Lytle asking emancipation of himself and Davidson 1833 140 his wife Charity and child, Mary Shephard Lytle. Named in petition: James J. Dozier, John Spence & Amos Sawyer. (25 supporting signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 258, Section 1, Page 142.) Macon, William Petition asking permission for Dr. Jack, a negro slave, to practice Maury 1832 11 medicine. Named in petition: William Macon. Mahon, William Petition of Samuel Hall asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Huggins Weakley 1833 178 Hall. Named in petition: Robert Richie & William Mahon. Statements by: Joseph Cooke & James Hall. (84 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 133, Section 1, Page 72.) Malgrew, William Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Mallory, James Petition of Patrick Carey, editor of the Knoxville Intelligence asking Knox 1833 119 (Sheriff) compensation for printing services. Named in petition: James Mallory, Sheriff of Stewart County, & William Williams Stewart County Court Clerk. Man, Thomas Petition of Sarah Kelso, widow of Hugh Kelso, regarding a claim for 1832 73 improved land. Named in petition: Thomas Man, Governor McMinn & Judge Keith. Mann, Linsey J. Petition of Linsey J. Mann asking permission to hawk and peddle Smith 1833 218 without a license. Marchbanks, Petition from Fentress County regarding Piles Turnpike and the failure Fentress 1833 7 William of its present proprietors, Samuel Scott, Thomas Butler & William Marchbanks, to keep the road in good condition. Folder has letter to Senator Thomas Smith & Representative Samuel Turney from W. B. Richardson & Arthur R. Fogg. Marion County – Petition of some citizens of Marion County asking a change be made of Bledsoe, 1832 104 boundaries the boundary with Bledsoe county so as to place them in Bledsoe Marion County Marman, Joseph Petition on behalf of Joseph Marman asking for a land preference. Hardeman 1833 274 Marney, Robert Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Marr, M. H. Petition of Sarah Compton regarding her request for a divorce from her Henry 1833 112 husband, John Compton. Statements of John Blakemore, M. H. Marr & Samuel Blake. (See also 1833-185.) Marsh, Daniel Petition of Nancy & Daniel Marsh asking Nancy Marsh be given the Franklin 1832 94 privilege of Feme Sole. (See Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 51, Section 1, Page 40.) Marsh, Nancy Petition of Nancy & Daniel Marsh asking Nancy Marsh be given the Franklin 1832 94 privilege of Feme Sole. (See Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 51, Section 1, Page 40.) Marshall, Robert Petition of Sally Marshall, administrator for the estate of her brother, Maury 1833 27 Robert Marshall, asking permission to sell land. Marshall, Sally Petition of Sally Marshall, administrator for the estate of her brother, Maury 1833 27 Robert Marshall, asking permission to sell land. Marshall, Sarah Petition of Sarah Marshall asking for a divorce from her husband, Maury 1833 26 William Marshall. Statement of Abner H. Partee & Major M. Gimsy. Marshall, William Petition of Sarah Marshall asking for a divorce from her husband, Maury 1833 26 William Marshall. Statement of Abner H. Partee & Major M. Gimsy. Martin, Jesse Petition of Jesse Martin, Lezianne Slavins & Daniel Slavins regarding the Claiborne 1833 237 adoption of Polly Ann Martin and the changing of her name to Polly Ann Slavins. Martin, Polly Ann Petition of Jesse Martin, Lezianne Slavins & Daniel Slavins regarding the Claiborne 1833 237 adoption of Polly Ann Martin and the changing of her name to Polly Ann Slavins. Martin, Samuel Petition of Samuel Martin regarding 1.) the circulation of small bank Anderson 1832 32 notes. 2.) Monetary rewards being offered to encourage the locating of salt water in Tennessee. Martin, Samuel Petition of Mary Butler asking for land preference. Named in petition: Roane 1832 62 Samuel Martin. Martin, Samuel Letter of William Hogan regarding an act for the benefit of Lucinda McMinn 1832 116 Allen & minor heirs of William Allen. Also named: Samuel Martin & Captain Thompson. Mason, Abner Petition of Abner Mason asking permission to hawk and peddle without Rutherford 1832 99 a license. Matlock, Henry Petition of James McDaniel regarding a land refund for the heirs of McMinn 1833 109 Falling Water McIntosh. Named in petition: John Miller, Betsy McIntosh, & Henry Matlock. Statements of Thomas Greene & Henry Matlock. Matthews, Petition asking permission for Matthew Richard, a Free Man of Color Madison 1832 8 Richard (claims to be of Portuguese Blood), to marry a white woman, Margaret Oaney. Mattox, Joseph Petition of William Vinson asking compensation for gun lost in the Cocke 1833 253 Indian Wars. Statement of Joseph Mattox. Also named: Captain Jonas Griffin. Maxwell, Amos Petition asking permission to establish a third militia company in Jackson 1833 83 (Captain) Jackson County Named in Petition: Captain B.S. Jones & Captain Amos Maxwell. Mayett, (Mr.) Petition of certain citizens of Morgan County asking to be annexed to Morgan 1833 192 Fentress County Named in petition: John Hughs, William Ramsey, George Smith, Mr. Coons, Mr. Mayett, David Edwards & Mr. Graham. McAlpin, Agness Petition of Thomas McAlpin asking for a divorce from his wife, Agness McNairy 1833 87 Brown Brown McAlpin. Statement of Agness McAlpin agreeing to the divorce. (48 Supporting Signatures.) McAlpin, Thomas Petition of Thomas McAlpin asking for a divorce from his wife, Agness McNairy 1833 87 Brown McAlpin. Statement of Agness McAlpin agreeing to the divorce. (48 Supporting Signatures.) McClenden, Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 Denis on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. McCroskey, Petition asking that Mr. Lonas be permitted to sell liquor without a Knox 1833 161 Samuel license. Statements of Miller Francis & Samuel McCroskey. McCurry, James Petition of James McCurry asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Greene 1833 213 Zimmerman McCurry. McCurry, Polly Petition of James McCurry asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Greene 1833 213 Zimmerman Zimmerman McCurry. McDaniel, James Petition of James McDaniel regarding a land refund for the heirs of McMinn 1833 109 Falling Water McIntosh. Named in petition: John Miller, Betsy McIntosh, & Henry Matlock. Statements of Thomas Greene & Henry Matlock. McDavid, David Petition from Henry County regarding a mill of Lewis Meyer, David Henry 1832 113 McDavid & David Foster. McDiarmid, Petition of David Hays regarding validation of land claim. Also named: Haywood 1833 207 Daniel Robert Rowan, John Estes, Joseph Greer, Daniel McDiarmid & Eliza Estes. McDonald, Petition from Captain S. Laws Company recommending Andrew J. Wilson 1832 53 Andrew J. McDonald be appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing Thomas Jopling, Esquire, resigned. McFee, John Petition from Greene County asking that Delfy, a slave, be emancipated. Greene 1833 136 Named in the petition: William Hendry & John McFee. McGavock, (Mr.) Petition of Alfred Middleton, executor of the estate of John Middleton, Maury 1833 134 regarding land. Named in petition: Thomas Kendricks & Mr. McGavock. McGren, (Mr.) Petition of Terry H. Wilie asking relief. (He had no arms.) Named in 1832 74 petition: Mr. McGren & Mr. McLean. McGuire, Petition of Elizabeth McGuire asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 146 Elizabeth Merriman McGuire. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 273, Section 1, Page 149.) McGuire, L. Petition of L. McGuire contesting David Hays claim to land in Haywood Haywood 1833 96 County. Also named in petition: Joseph Greer, Robert Rowan, Sarah Grove, John Estes, & Gilbert Eccles. McGuire, Petition of Elizabeth McGuire asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 146 Merriman Merriman McGuire. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 273, Section 1, Page 149.) McGuire, Patrick Petition of Patrick McGuire to register a deed. Named in petition: Maria Maury 1833 59 M. Shepard & John Shepard. McGuire, Patrick Petition of Joseph H. Johnson regarding a lottery to fund construction Davidson, 1833 143 of a Masonic Lodge. Named in petition: Peter R. Booker, Patrick Maury McGuire, Pleasant Nelson, Henson Grove, Edward W. Dale & Dyer Pearl & County McIntosh, Betsy Petition of James McDaniel regarding a land refund for the heirs of McMinn 1833 109 Falling Water McIntosh. Named in petition: John Miller, Betsy McIntosh, & Henry Matlock. Statements of Thomas Greene & Henry Matlock. McIntosh, Falling Petition of James McDaniel regarding a land refund for the heirs of McMinn 1833 109 Water Falling Water McIntosh. Named in petition: John Miller, Betsy McIntosh, & Henry Matlock. Statements of Thomas Greene & Henry Matlock. McKay, George Petition of George G. McKay regarding a grant of land to erect a furnace Cocke 1832 47 G. or forge. McKechan, John Petition of John MeKechan asking compensation for his services during Greene 1833 36 the Indian Wars. Named in petition: General John Seviere. Statements by Major John Harman, Francis Johnston, Samuel Vance, David Kee & John Lauderdale. McKee, Nathaniel Petition of Joseph Herndon asking relief from forfeiture of bond by Maury 1833 17 G. Nathaniel G. McKee. Also named: Shadrack Loftin. McKinne, David Petition of David McKinne asking permission to build a bridge on the Hardeman 1832 142 Hatchie River. Also named: William Simpson. McKinney, Seth Petition asking that Samuel, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in Grainger 1833 291 the will of William Hawkins. (Copy of will included in folder) Also named: Seth McKinney. (105 supporting signatures.) McKinza, James Petition of William Whitaker, administrator for the estate of James Hardeman 1832 83 McKinza, asking to enter an occupant land claim for the benefit of McKinza’s heirs. McLean, (Mr.) Petition of Terry H. Wilie asking relief. (He had no arms.) Named in 1832 74 petition: Mr. McGren & Mr. McLean. Mclelen, J. B. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. McManus, Petition of Robert A. McManus asking permission to hawk and peddle White 1832 91 Robert A. without a license. (39 Supporting Signatures.)

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # McMillen, James Petition from Lawrence County asking George. W. Shackelford be given Lawrence 1832 18 relief from forfeiture of bail by James McMillen. McMinn County – Petition of some citizens asking a change in the County boundary of McMinn, 1832 108 boundaries McMinn and Monroe Counties so as to place them in Monroe County. Monroe McMinn, Petition of Sarah Kelso, widow of Hugh Kelso, regarding a claim for 1832 73 (Governor) improved land. Named in petition: Thomas Man, Governor McMinn & Judge Keith. McNatt, (Captain) Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. McPhail, (Dr.) Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) McTeer, William Petition of James Boyd & William McTeer, executors of William Boyd Blount. 1833 137 (Executor) deceased, asking that a slave named Hardy be emaciated and permitted to remain in Tenn. McWhirter, S. C. Petition of Edward Denton asking for a divorce from his wife, Susan Wilson 1833 29 (Dr.) Smith Denton. Statement of Dr. S. C. McWhirter. (48 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 95, Section 1, Page 51.) Mechanics Lien Petition from the Mechanics of Roane County asking extension of Roane 1833 235 Law mechanics lien law. Medicine Petition asking permission for Dr. Jack, a negro slave, to practice Maury 1832 11 medicine. Named in petition: William Macon. Meek, Moses Petition of Benjamion Drain regarding land. Named in petition: John Washington 1832 31 Warren, Richard Smith & Moses Meek. Memphis, TN Petition from the western district requesting a charter for a State Bank Shelby 1832 143 at Memphis. Memphis, TN Petition regarding a road from Denmark to Memphis. Named in Haywood 1833 101 petition: Joab Wilson. Memphis, TN Petition of the Tuscumbia, Courtland & Decatur Railroad asking for a 1833 239 charter to connect their line to Memphis. Meyer, Lewis Petition from Henry County regarding a mill of Lewis Meyer, David Henry 1832 113 McDavid & David Foster. Middleton, Alfred Petition of Alfred Middleton, executor of the estate of John Middleton, Maury 1833 134 regarding land. Named in petition: Thomas Kendricks & Mr. McGavock.

Middleton, John Petition of Alfred Middleton, executor of the estate of John Middleton, Maury 1833 134 regarding land. Named in petition: Thomas Kendricks & Mr. McGavock. Militia Petition asking permission to establish a third militia company in Jackson 1833 83 Jackson County Named in Petition: Captain B.S. Jones & Captain Amos Maxwell. Militia Petition from citizens North of the Big Hatchie River asking to form a Tipton 1833 131 separate Militia Regiment. (279 supporting signatures.)

Militia Election Report of election results of a new militia company in Stewart County Stewart 1832 128 Benjamin Taylor, Captain; John Randal, Lieutenant; Thomas Ward & Frederick Wesson, Justice of the Peace. Mill Petition of Isaac Hill & Melchesedeck Hill asking permission to construct Warren 1832 103 a mill on Collins River. Folder includes the objections of Jesse Savage. Mill Petition from Henry County regarding a mill of Lewis Meyer, David Henry 1832 113 McDavid & David Foster. Mill Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. Mill Regarding of Hugh Darby asking for a preference of land on which to Humphreys 1833 15 erect a mill. Mill Petition asking John Page be permitted to build a mill on Forked Deer Gibson 1833 182 River. Mill Petition of James Williams & John Williams asking to erect a mill on Monroe 1833 193 Tellico River. Mill & Dam Petition asking that Aaron Armstrong be permitted to erect a mill & Knox 1833 1 dam on the Holston River. Mill & Dam Petition of Thomas Batte asking permission to erect a mill & dam on Elk Lincoln, Giles 1833 3 River. Statement of C. Bright. (3 pages of signatures.) Mill & Dam Petition from Marion County regarding the mill & dam of James Marion 1833 4 Hornbeak on the Sequatchie River. Mill, Wollen Petition recommending the extension of a loan to Henry Beidleman for Warren 1832 35 the establishment of a woolen mill. Miller, John Petition of James McDaniel regarding a land refund for the heirs of McMinn 1833 109 Falling Water McIntosh. Named in petition: John Miller, Betsy McIntosh, & Henry Matlock. Statements of Thomas Greene & Henry Matlock. Mills Petition asking that owners of public mills be compelled to have a white 1832 17 man to keep & attend their mills. Mills Petition of Edward P. Latham asking a land preference of 500 acres Weakley 1833 49 adjoining his saw & grist mill. (3 pages of signatures.) Mitchell, James Memorial of James C. Mitchell regarding a Justice of the peace manual 1833 172 C. he is having printed. Mitchell, Jane Petition of William Mitchell asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Rutherford 1833 231 Shumaker Shumaker Mitchell. Statement of James Gilliam. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 25l, Section 1, Page 136.) Mitchell, Joel Petition of John Jett seeking relief from judgment that he with John White 1833 288 Chisum & Thomas Bounds received as security for Joel Mitchell, Entry Taker. Mitchell, Robert Petition of Robert L. Mitchell & William H. Baker, executors of the White 1833 296 L. estate of Edward Holms, asking that Lydia, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in the will. Mitchell, William Petition of William Mitchell asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Rutherford 1833 231 Shumaker Mitchell. Statement of James Gilliam. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 25l, Section 1, Page 136.) Monroe County Petition of some citizens asking a change in the County boundary of McMinn, 1832 108 boundaries McMinn and Monroe Counties so as to place them in Monroe County. Monroe Montgomery Petition from those living south of Cumberland River in Montgomery Montgomery 1833 21 County – new County asking they be permitted to divide and establish a new county county with the County Seat at the town of New York. Moore, Joshua Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Moore, Laney Petition asking that Laney Moore, Sheriff of McNairy County, be McNairy 1833 68 (Sheriff) refunded for payment of taxes while serving as sheriff. Statement of William S. Wisdom. Moore, Nimrod Petition of Sally Moore asking for a divorce from her husband, Nimrod Bledsoe 1833 52 Moore. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 218, Section 1, Page 118.) Moore, Robert I. Statement of Robert I. Moore regarding payments by the slave, Cubit, Davidson 1833 266 to buy his freedom. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 175, Section 1, Page 94.) Moore, Sally Petition of Sally Moore asking for a divorce from her husband, Nimrod Bledsoe 1833 52 Moore. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 218, Section 1, Page 118.) Moore, Thomas Petition from Thomas C. Moore asking relief from criminal charges. Bedford 1832 122 C. Named in petition: Mr. Stephens, Daniel Turrentine & Doctor Kincaid. (75 Supporting Signatures.) Moore, W. A. Petition of Senators John Ashe, Sam Turney & W. A. Moore against a 1832 60 (Senator) resolution to re-open old land claims. Morgan County – Petition of certain citizens of Morgan County asking to be annexed to Morgan 1833 192 Annexation Fentress County Named in petition: John Hughs, William Ramsey, George Smith, Mr. Coons, Mr. Mayett, David Edwards & Mr. Graham.

Morgan County – Petition of Bledsoe, Roane, Morgan, Rhea and White counties to form a Bledsoe, 1832 27 new county new county. Rhea, Roane, Morgan, White Morrell, Abba Petition of Abba (Abigail) and Phebe Morrell asking permission to Sullivan 1833 133a (Abigail) emancipate six slaves: Ned, Rachel, Rebecca, Emely, David & Rhody. Morrell, Abigail Petition from neighbors of Abigail (Abba) & Phebe Morrell opposed to Sullivan 1833 133b (Abba) the emancipation of their slaves. Morrell, Phebe Petition of Abba (Abigail) and Phebe Morrell asking permission to Sullivan 1833 133a emancipate six slaves: Ned, Rachel, Rebecca, Emely, David & Rhody. Morrell, Phebe Petition from neighbors of Abigail (Abba) & Phebe Morrell opposed to Sullivan 1833 133b the emancipation of their slaves. Morris, Isaac Petition of John Catron regarding land for his iron works. Named in Lawrence 1832 7 petition: Wyly Barlow, James Waters, Jacob J. Waters, Daniel Layton, John Briley, Isaac Morris & Shadereck Morris.

Morris, Isaac Petition of Jincy Morris asking for a divorce from her husband, Isaac Hardin 1832 38 Morris. (29 Supporting Signatures) Morris, Jincy Petition of Jincy Morris asking for a divorce from her husband, Isaac Hardin 1832 38 Morris. (29 Supporting Signatures) Morris, Petition of John Catron regarding land for his iron works. Named in Lawrence 1832 7 Shadereck petition: Wyly Barlow, James Waters, Jacob J. Waters, Daniel Layton, John Briley, Isaac Morris & Shadereck Morris.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Morris, Shadrack Petition from Grainger County asking for an extension of the Bean’s Grainger 1833 157 Station Turnpike. Named in Petition: Colonel Lipscomb, Joseph Nor, Ely Hodges & Shadrack Morris. Mullins, Barnett Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a L. Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Murphy, Daniel Petition of Thomas S. Clevenger asking for a divorce from his wife, Jefferson 1833 153 R. Sarah Kimbro Clevenger. Named in Petition: James Davis. Statement of: Daniel R. Murphy. (See also 1833-155b. some supporting statements misfiled in this folder. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 172, Section 1, Page 92.) Murrah, Jeremiah Petition of Jeremiah Murrah asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucy Sumner 1833 196 Murrah. Statement of Lucy Murrah agreeing to a divorce. (17 supporting Signatures) Murrah, Lucy Petition of Jeremiah Murrah asking for a divorce from his wife, Lucy Sumner 1833 196 Murrah. Statement of Lucy Murrah agreeing to a divorce. (17 supporting Signatures) Murray, John Petition of John Byrd regarding land. Named in petition: S. C. Brooks & Fayette 1833 285 John Murray. Statement by E. C. Crisp, surveyor. Murray, Robert Petition from Captain Ridgway’s Company recommending Nathaniel Weakley 1832 55 (Senator) Henderson for Justice of the Peace. Letter from A. Gardner to Senator Robert Murray & Representative Spearman Holland. Murray, Robert Petition asking that George Greer be permitted to operate a turnpike Humphreys 1832 78 (Senator) road. Letter from George Greer to Senator Robert Murray & Representative Spearman Holland. Musselman, (Mr.) Petition of N. G. Crozier asking relief from forfeiture of bond for a Mr. Fayette 1832 58 Musselman. Nashville, TN Petition from Spring Hill asking that the Columbia Nashville Turnpike Maury 1832 118 run through their town. Nashville, TN Petition from Davidson County asking that a charter be given for a Davidson 1832 130 turnpike road from Nashville to Lebanon. (Many Signatures.) Nashville, TN Petition asking that a State Bank be established in Nashville. Davidson 1832 144 National Bank Petition to establish National Bank. 1832 147 Navigation Petition asking compensation for Doctor John C. Haley & his son, Jacob Bledsoe, 1832 10 Haley, for work at Boiling Pot to improve navigation of the Tenn. River. Marion, Hamilton Navigation Petition from the Knoxville Steamboat Company regarding navigation Knox 1832 34 on the Tennessee River. Navigation Petition of John Haley asking compensation for clearing the Tenn. River Roane 1832 146 for navigation. Also named: Colonel Long, Captain C. R. Casey, Mr. Dedrick, Mr. Jacobs, Mr. Cook, & the Steamer Knoxville Navigation Petition of Joshua Shipley regarding his mill & dam on the Holston River Sullivan 1833 2 and navigation. Navigation Petition from Madison County regarding navigation of the Forked Deer Madison 1833 90 River. Navigation Petition from Weakley County asking the Obion River be cleared for Weakley 1833 103 navigation. Also recommends Joseph Cook, George S. Elliot & Joseph Pearce be appointed as commissioners. Navigation Petition from Fentress County asking Wolf River be cleared for Fentress 1833 151 navigation. Navigation Petition from Fentress County asking Wolf River be cleared for Fentress 1833 151 navigation. Navigation Petition of Sullivan & Knox Counties regarding navigation of the Holston Sullivan, 1833 164 River. Knox Navigation Petition from Rutherford County asking fish dams be prohibited from Rutherford 1833 227 obstructing navigation on Stones River. Navigation Petition from Hardeman County asking that the Little Hatchie River be Hardeman 1833 272 kept open for navigation. Named in petition: William Grains. Negro, Eliza Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Negro, Step Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Negro, Charity Petition of the Negro, Stephen Lytle asking emancipation of himself and Davidson 1833 140 Lytle his wife Charity and child, Mary Shephard Lytle. Named in petition: James J. Dozier, John Spence & Amos Sawyer. (25 supporting signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 258, Section 1, Page 142.) Negro, Dealph Petition of Mary Humphreys, administrator of the Estate of her Carter 1832 3 husband, Jese Humphreys, asking the emancipation of the Negroes, Lucy, Glascown, Mariah & Dealph. Negro, Emley Petition of Thomas Rockhold regarding the emancipation of his slaves. Sullivan 1832 4 Named in petition: Free man of Color, Edward Cook; Negroes: Emley, Thomas & William. Negro, Glascown Petition of Mary Humphreys, administrator of the Estate of her Carter 1832 3 husband, Jese Humphreys, asking the emancipation of the Negroes, Lucy, Glascown, Mariah & Dealph. Negro, Lucy Petition of Mary Humphreys, administrator of the Estate of her Carter 1832 3 husband, Jese Humphreys, asking the emancipation of the Negroes, Lucy, Glascown, Mariah & Dealph. Negro, Mariah Petition of Mary Humphreys, administrator of the Estate of her Carter 1832 3 husband, Jese Humphreys, asking the emancipation of the Negroes, Lucy, Glascown, Mariah & Dealph. Negro, Mary Petition of the Negro, Stephen Lytle asking emancipation of himself and Davidson 1833 140 Shephard Lytle his wife Charity and child, Mary Shephard Lytle. Named in petition: James J. Dozier, John Spence & Amos Sawyer. (25 supporting signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 258, Section 1, Page 142.) Negro, Parthena Petition of Sinderella Standfield Caldwell asking for a divorce from her Sumner 1832 141 husband, William B. Caldwell. Also named in petition: Abraham Standfield, Elizabeth Lampkins, William H. Caldwell & a Negro, Parthena. Negro, Spence Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Negro, Stephen Petition of the Negro, Stephen Lytle asking emancipation of himself and Davidson 1833 140 Lytle his wife Charity and child, Mary Shephard Lytle. Named in petition: James J. Dozier, John Spence & Amos Sawyer. (25 supporting signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 258, Section 1, Page 142.) Negro, Thomas Petition of Thomas Rockhold regarding the emancipation of his slaves. Sullivan 1832 4 Named in petition: Free man of Color, Edward Cook; Negroes: Emley, Thomas & William. Negro, William Petition of Thomas Rockhold regarding the emancipation of his slaves. Sullivan 1832 4 Named in petition: Free man of Color, Edward Cook; Negroes: Emley, Thomas & William. Negroes Petition of Joseph L. Burts protesting negroes working on farms without Washington 1833 93 white overseers. Named in petition: Colonel Wyly. Nelson, Pleasant Petition of Joseph H. Johnson regarding a lottery to fund construction Davidson, 1833 143 of a Masonic Lodge. Named in petition: Peter R. Booker, Patrick Maury McGuire, Pleasant Nelson, Henson Grove, Edward W. Dale & Dyer Pearl & County. New York, TN Petition from those living south of Cumberland River in Montgomery Montgomery 1833 21 County asking they be permitted to divide and establish a new county with the County Seat at the town of New York. New__(?), Robert Petition from Captain Hearwill’s Company recommending Brent Spence Davidson 1832 12 (Esquire) for appointment as Justice of the Peace replacing Robert New__(?), Esquire. Nichols, Wilson Petition on behalf of James Odan asking he be given a divorce from his 1833 114 wife, Mary Odan. Named in petition: Wilson Nichols. (55 Supporting Signatures.) Nickings, Andrew Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Nickings, Calvin Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Nickings, Francis Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Nickings, John Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Nickings, Joseph Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Nickings, Malinda Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Nickings, Marcus Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Nickings, Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 McCordy Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Nickings, Nancy Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Nickings, Ruth Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Nickings, William Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Nimmo, Allen Petition from Dickson County asking Allen Nimmo be granted the Dickson 1833 18 privilege to hawk and peddle without a license. Nolichucky River Petition of Gilbert Woolsey asking permission to build a bridge across Greene 1833 37 the Nolichucky River. Nor, Joseph Petition from Grainger County asking for an extension of the Bean’s Grainger 1833 157 Station Turnpike. Named in Petition: Colonel Lipscomb, Joseph Nor, Ely Hodges & Shadrack Morris. Nugent, John B. Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.) Oaney, Margaret Petition asking permission for Matthew Richard, a Free Man of Color Madison 1832 8 (claims to be of Portuguese Blood), to marry a white woman, Margaret Oaney. Obion River Petition from Weakley County asking the Obion River be cleared for Weakley 1833 103 navigation. Also recommends Joseph Cook, George S. Elliot & Joseph Pearce be appointed as commissioners. Odan, James Petition on behalf of James Odan asking he be given a divorce from his 1833 114 wife, Mary Odan. Named in petition: Wilson Nichols. (55 Supporting Signatures.) Odan, Mary Petition on behalf of James Odan asking he be given a divorce from his 1833 114 wife, Mary Odan. Named in petition: Wilson Nichols. (55 Supporting Signatures.) Oliver, William Petition of William Oliver asking that he be allowed to hawk and peddle Lawrence 1833 122 without a license. Page, John Petition asking John Page be permitted to build a mill on Forked Deer Gibson 1833 182 River. Park, Alfred Petition of Sarah Park asking for a divorce from her husband, Alfred Knox 1833 165 Park. (39 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 104, Section 1, Page 85. Granted Feme Sole.) Park, Sarah Petition of Sarah Park asking for a divorce from her husband, Alfred Knox 1833 165 Park. (39 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 104, Section 1, Page 85. Granted Feme Sole.) Parker, John Petition of William Horton asking for a divorce from his wife, Patsy Carroll 1833 219 (Martha) Horton. Statement s by S. F. Ellen & John Parker. Parker, R. A. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. Parrish, Mary M. Petition of Mary M. Blagg Parrish asking for a divorce from her Bedford 1832 2 Blagg husband, Samuel B. Parrish. Transcript from Bedford County Circuit Court for the case, State of TN vs. Samuel B. Parrish. (42 Supporting Signatures.) Parrish, Samuel Petition of Mary M. Blagg Parrish asking for a divorce from her Bedford 1832 2 B. husband, Samuel B. Parrish. Transcript from Bedford County Circuit Court for the case, State of TN vs. Samuel B. Parrish. (42 Supporting Signatures.) Partee, Abner H. Petition of Sarah Marshall asking for a divorce from her husband, Maury 1833 26 William Marshall. Statement of Abner H. Partee & Major M. Gimsy. Pate, Berry Petition from Captain Berry Pates’ Company recommending Doctor Williamson 1832 54 (Captain) Henry Y. Webb for Justice of the Peace. Also named: Hartwell B. Hyde, Esquire. Pate, Kitchen Petition of America R. Eliam Batte asking for a divorce from husband, Williamson 1833 75 William P. Batte. Also named in petition: Edward Eliam. Statements of Kitchen Pate, Polly Pate, Jane Eliam, William Covington, Michael Pitman. Statement of William P. Batte opposing the divorce. (See also 1833-267) Pate, Polly Petition of America R. Eliam Batte asking for a divorce from husband, Williamson 1833 75 William P. Batte. Also named in petition: Edward Eliam. Statements of Kitchen Pate, Polly Pate, Jane Eliam, William Covington, Michael Pitman. Statement of William P. Batte opposing the divorce. (See also 1833-267) Patterson, Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 Fenton Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.) Patterson, Gilbert Petition of Captain Hawkins recommending Gilbert Patterson for Justice Henderson 1833 65 of the Peace. Patterson, Mary Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.) Payne, Zachariah Petition from Capt. H. F. Rutherford’s Company recommending Henry Dyer 1833 287 (Esquire) R. Chambers & Jesse Goodman be appointed as Justice of the peace. Also named: Zachariah Payne, Esq. & John Keneley, Esq. Pearce, Joseph Petition from Weakley County asking the Obion River be cleared for Weakley 1833 103 navigation. Also recommends Joseph Cook, George S. Elliot & Joseph Pearce be appointed as commissioners. Penitentiary Report of the Commissioners of the Penitentiary, R. C. Foster, Joseph Davidson 1832 134 Woods & Moses Ridley regarding the purchase of land for a new penitentiary. Pennywell, Petition of Jonathan and William Pennywell, illegitimate children of the 1833 265 Jonathan late Mason Lee, asking for a share of his estate. Copy of S.C. Legislative Act naming them as heirs of Mason Lee. Pennywell, Petition of Jonathan and William Pennywell, illegitimate children of the 1833 265 William late Mason Lee, asking for a share of his estate. Copy of S.C. Legislative Act naming them as heirs of Mason Lee. Perryville, TN Petition regarding establishing a ferry service at Perryville, TN. Henry 1833 184 Peterson, James Petition of James Peterson asking to retail liquor without a license. Campbell 1833 175 Piles Turnpike Petition from Fentress County regarding Piles Turnpike and the failure Fentress 1833 7 of its present proprietors, Samuel Scott, Thomas Butler & William Marchbanks, to keep the road in good condition. Folder has letter to Senator Thomas Smith & Representative Samuel Turney from W. B. Richardson & Arthur R. Fogg. Pipkin, (Colonel) Petition of John W. Lynn asking to be reimbursed for paying own doctor Fentress 1833 69 bills during the Creek Indian War. Also named in petition: Colonel Pipkin, Captain David Smith, Mr. Keel, Dr. Christian & John Wright. Statements of Joel Holbert & John Wright. Pitman, Michael Petition of America R. Eliam Batte asking for a divorce from husband, Williamson 1833 75 William P. Batte. Also named in petition: Edward Eliam. Statements of Kitchen Pate, Polly Pate, Jane Eliam, William Covington, Michael Pitman. Statement of William P. Batte opposing the divorce. (See also 1833-267) Pitsinbargher, Petition of John Balch regarding a land grant. Named in petition: John Greene 1833 210 Peter Gray, Peter Pitsinbargher & George Rinker. Pollard, Hansford Petition of Edward Seaborn asking relief from paying a bond of his Marion 1833 105 father, John Seaborn, deceased, for Hansford Pollard, John Dalton & Evan Fielding. Pollard, Robert Petition from friends of Robert Wells, an Indian fighter, requesting Montgomery 1833 11 relief for him. Also named: Reuben Pollard. Poor Farm Petition of Nimrod O. Kelley regarding land to be used to establish a 1832 28 poor farm. Popejoy, Lynia Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Porter, Charles Petition of Robert Tinkle, Joseph B. Hyde & Charles Porter regarding a 1833 33 land claim under the occupant law. Porter, Nimrod Petition of Isaac Ferrell & Nimrod Porter opposed to the sale of land of Maury 1832 75 Levi Ferrell, deceased, to a Mr. Willard claiming it would be a disservice to his wife & heirs. Price, Henry L. Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Printing A letter from Hasell W. Hunt to the Committee of Printing. Davidson 1833 251

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Property Petition from Sumner County regarding road access along property Sumner 1832 132 lines for public access to mills, church, etc. Providence Petition from Providence Baptist Church asking for a grant of vacant Wayne 1833 14 Baptist Church land to erect a building. Pulaski, TN Petition from Giles County asking that a bank be established at Pulaski, Giles 1833 181 TN. Pursell, Alfred Petition on behalf of Alfred Pursell asking authorization for him to retail Jackson 1833 82 liquor without a license. Named in petition: Thomas Smith & William W. Woodfolk. Pursell, John Petition of Mary Elizabeth Pursell Hardeman asking for a divorce from Rutherford 1833 230 her husband, John Hardeman. Also named: John Pursell. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 223, Section 1, Page 121.) Quillen, Mary Petition of Mary Quillan asking compensation for rearing certain Monroe 1833 129 orphans. Named in petition: Zachariah Lester. Statement of Isaac Cofman. Ragan, Nathaniel Petition of Nathaniel Ragan asking a refund on a merchant’s license. Blount 1833 254 Rail, Richard Petition of Marcus, John, Andrew, Calvin, McCordy, Ruth, Malinda, Wilson 1833 72 Nancy, William & Joseph Nickings, the heirs of William Nickings, asking for citizenship. They are Portuguese. Also named: Francis Nickings. Statements of Henry Herron & Richard Rail. Railroads Petition asking funding to survey a route to continue the Charleston 1833 62 Railroad to the Tennessee River. Railroads Petition from Haywood County regarding the incorporation of a rail Haywood 1833 102 road company to run from Jackson, TN to the Mississippi River by way of Brownsville, TN. Railroads Petition of the Tuscumbia, Courtland & Decatur Railroad asking for a 1833 239 charter to connect their line to Memphis. Raleigh, TN Petition of the Shelby County Court requesting funds for the Shelby 1833 240 construction of an academy at Raleigh, TN. Ralston, John Petition of Richard W. Crump asking for land compensation. His wife, Shelby 1832 106 (Surveyor) Susana Crump gave birth to triplets – Mark C. Crump, George W. Crump & Esalilles Crump. Statement of John Ralston, Surveyor. Ramsey, William Petition of certain citizens of Morgan County asking to be annexed to Morgan 1833 192 Fentress County Named in petition: John Hughs, William Ramsey, George Smith, Mr. Coons, Mr. Mayett, David Edwards & Mr. Graham.

Randal, John Report of election results of a new militia company in Stewart County Stewart 1832 128 (Lieutenant) Benjamin Taylor, Captain; John Randal, Lieutenant; Thomas Ward & Frederick Wesson, Justice of the Peace. Randall, William Petition of Peter Swanson regarding land claims by the heirs of General Giles 1833 124 (General) William Randall & Federick Hargate. Randolph, TN Petition from Tipton County asking for a charter to establish for a bank Tipton 1833 132 at Randolph, TN. (6 pages of supporting signatures.) Ratliff, Samuel Petition of Samuel Ratliff asking permission to hawk & peddle without a Hickman 1833 16 license. (22 supporting signatures.) Rawlings, Asahel Petition of Benjamin B. Cannon & Asahel Rawlings to amend Hamilton 1833 169 administration law. Ray, Hezekiah Petition of Hezekiah Ray regarding a change in school district lines. Bedford 1833 115 Rayburn, John Petition from Wayne County asking permission for William Thornton to Wayne 1833 19 hawk and peddle without a license. Statement of John Rayburn.

Rayburn, John Petition from Hardin County asking Macajah G. Allen be permitted to Hardin 1833 278 retail liquor without a license. (139 Supporting signatures.) Letter to John Rayburn & B. Alford included in folder. Raymond, David Petition of Burrell Benton concerning his daughter Sarah Benton Perry 1833 23 B. Raymond and the divorce from David B. Raymond. (123 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 268, Section 1, Page 147.)` Raymond, Sarah Petition of Burrell Benton concerning his daughter Sarah Benton Perry 1833 23 Benton Raymond and the divorce from David B. Raymond. (123 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 268, Section 1, Page 147.) Reed, William Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Reese, Charles Jr. Petition of Charles Reese, Jr. & Henry D. Reese, half breed Cherokees, Hamilton 1833 147a asking for the privilege of citizenship. Reese, Henry D. Petition of Charles Reese, Jr. & Henry D. Reese, half breed Cherokees, Hamilton 1833 147a asking for the privilege of citizenship. Reeves, John Petition of Stephen Hicks asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Taylor Warren 1833 199 Hicks. Statements of Fransis Cantrell, Josiah Capshaw, John Reeves & Henry Hicks. Also named: William Taylor. Refund, fine Petition of Martin Bowles asking a refund of the fine he paid for William 1833 173 Bowles and Hezekiah Harper. Refund, Petition from Bradford & Dechard regarding a merchant’s license Lincoln, 1833 41 Merchant’s refund. Franklin License Refund, Petition of Nathaniel Ragan asking a refund on a merchant’s license. Blount 1833 254 Merchant’s License Refund, Tax Petition asking that Laney Moore, Sheriff of McNairy County, be McNairy 1833 68 refunded for payment of taxes while serving as sheriff. Statement of William S. Wisdom. Reimbursement Petition of John W. Lynn asking to be reimbursed for paying own doctor Fentress 1833 69 bills during the Creek Indian War. Also named in petition: Colonel Pipkin, Captain David Smith, Mr. Keel, Dr. Christian & John Wright. Statements of Joel Holbert & John Wright. Relief Petition of Terry H. Wilie asking relief. (He had no arms.) Named in 1832 74 petition: Mr. McGren & Mr. McLean. Relief Petition from friends of Robert Wells, an Indian fighter, requesting Montgomery 1833 11 relief for him. Also named: Reuben Pollard. Relief Petition of Isaac Layman asking for relief. Lincoln 1833 63 Relief Petition of William Drake, G. W. Sevier & Alvin Cullom asking relief for Overton 1833 226 Isaac Atkins. Relief, Bond Petition of Edward Seaborn asking relief from paying a bond of his Marion 1833 105 father, John Seaborn, deceased, for Hansford Pollard, John Dalton & Evan Fielding. Relief, Bond Petition of William Scandland, John Graham, Amos Kirkpatrick & John Jackson 1833 271 Rose asking relief from paying interest on bond for John Wilson, Entry Taker. Also named: Samuel G. Smith.

Relief, Bond Petition from Lawrence County asking George. W. Shackelford be given Lawrence 1832 18 Forfeiture relief from forfeiture of bail by James McMillen. Relief, Bond Petition of N. G. Crozier asking relief from forfeiture of bond for a Mr. Fayette 1832 58 Forfeiture Musselman. Relief, Bond Petition of Joseph Herndon asking relief from forfeiture of bond by Maury 1833 17 Forfeiture Nathaniel G. McKee. Also named: Shadrack Loftin. Relief, Books Petition of Silas Tarver asking he be released from liability of books Wilson 1833 100 burned. Relief, Court Cost Petition of Larkin Cardin asking relief from judgment & court cost for Monroe 1832 131 Hiwassee District land claim. Named in petition: William Ainsworth, Robert Anderson & Cherokee Indian, Bellratler. Relief, Criminal Petition from Thomas C. Moore asking relief from criminal charges. Bedford 1832 122 Charges Named in petition: Mr. Stephens, Daniel Turrentine & Doctor Kincaid. (75 Supporting Signatures.) Relief, Fine Petition of David Gregory asking relief from a fine. 1832 68 Relief, Fine Petition asking relief from fine for Aaron Lancaster and his restoration Hickman 1833 22 to full citizenship. Relief, Fine Petition asking Ambrose Gore be given relief from paying a fine. Overton 1833 28 Relief, Fine Petition of James Eaton asking relief from paying a fine. Also named, Grainger 1833 160 John Carney. Relief, Fines Petition from Jacob Waggoner asking relief from fines. (4 pages of Davidson 1833 154 supporting signatures) Relief, Forfeited Petition of Charles Bogard asking relief from bail forfeited by John C. Stewart 1833 211 Bail Stancil. Relief, Forfeited Petition on behalf of John Gardenhire asking relief from forfeited of Overton 1833 30 Bond bond. Relief, Forfeited Petition of Andrew Johnson asking relief from forfeited bond of James Maury 1833 46 Bond Turner. (6 pages of supporting signatures.). Relief, Forfeited Petition of William Cook asking that he & Enoch Holeman be given relief Robertson 1833 221 Bond from a forfeited bond for Michael Hambright. Also named: Isaac Grover. Relief, Judgment Petition of John Jett seeking relief from judgment that he with John White 1833 288 Chisum & Thomas Bounds received as security for Joel Mitchell, Entry Taker. Relief, Land Petition from Monroe County asking William G. Lyle be given relief of Monroe 1832 79 Payments land payments as he is now physically disabled. Relief, Medical Petition of Charles S. Fowler asking relief of medical expenses in the Stewart 1832 127 Expenses sum of $150.00. Relief, Payments Petition of William Crockett asking relief of payments ordered by Circuit Fentress 1833 76 court for the common school commission. Relief, Tax Petition from citizens of Dyer County asking tax relief. Dyer 1832 138 Relief, Taxes Petition of George Gordon asking relief from taxes on land granted to Roane 1832 66 him for an iron works in Roane County Relief, Taxes Petition from citizens of Marion County asking John C. Haley be exempt Marion 1833 120 from paying taxes on land purchased to construct a road to Walden Ridge. Reynolds, Elisha Petition asking permission for Elisha Reynolds to hawk and peddle Warren 1833 48 without a license. Reynolds, John Petition of John Reynolds, coroner of Cocke County, asking necessary Cocke 1833 39 amendments be made to the laws related to fees of coroners and those serving on coroner’s jurors.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Reynolds, Richard Petition of Richard Reynolds asking permission to conduct a lottery. Williamson 1833 71 Reynolds, William Petition of Howell Houston regarding turnpike road tolls. Named in Cocke 1832 46 petition: Reynolds, William Houston, Peter Davis, Stephen Huff & William Reynolds. Rhea County – Petition of Bledsoe, Roane, Morgan, Rhea and White counties to form a Bledsoe, 1832 27 new county new county. Roane, Morgan, Rhea, White Rice, Theoderick Petition of sundry citizens asking an amendment to the act granting 1833 53 B. 2600 acres to Theoderick B. Rice for his iron works. Richardson, Petition of William Hall for a divorce from his wife, Phebe Hall. Franklin, 1833 84 Frances Statements of Giles Richardson, Frances Richardson, Gabriel Jones & Rutherford Polly Jones. (See also 1832-49 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Sect. 1, Page 139) Richardson, Giles Petition of William Hall for a divorce from his wife, Phebe Hall. Franklin, 1833 84 Statements of Giles Richardson, Frances Richardson, Gabriel Jones & Rutherford Polly Jones. (See also 1832-49 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Sect. 1, Page 139) Richardson, W. B. Petition from Fentress County regarding Piles Turnpike and the failure Fentress 1833 7 of its present proprietors, Samuel Scott, Thomas Butler & William Marchbanks, to keep the road in good condition. Folder has letter to Senator Thomas Smith & Representative Samuel Turney from W. B. Richardson & Arthur R. Fogg. Richie, Robert Petition of Samuel Hall asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Huggins Weakley 1833 178 Hall. Named in petition: Robert Richie & William Mahon. Statements by: Joseph Cooke & James Hall. (84 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 133, Section 1, Page 72.) Riddle, Thomas Petition of Thomas Riddle & John G. Smith regarding a turnpike charter. McMinn 1832 115 Also named: Major Robinson, John L. Killens, Samuel Findleys, William Suvals, James A. Whiteside & Blys Ferry. Riddle, Tyre Petition of C. S. Butler regarding land. Named in petition: Tyre Riddle. Henderson 1833 280 Ridgway, Petition from Captain Ridgway’s Company recommending Nathaniel Weakley 1832 55 (Captain) Henderson for Justice of the Peace. Letter from A. Gardner to Senator Robert Murray & Representative Spearman Holland. Ridley, Moses Report of the Commissioners of the Penitentiary, R. C. Foster, Joseph Davidson 1832 134 Woods & Moses Ridley regarding the purchase of land for a new penitentiary. Rinker, George Petition of John Balch regarding a land grant. Named in petition: John Greene 1833 210 Gray, Peter Pitsinbargher & George Rinker. Ripley, Henry Petition of Henry Ripley asking emancipation for the slave, Bill. Also Greene 1833 297 named: Thomas Ripley. Ripley, Thomas Petition of Henry Ripley asking emancipation for the slave, Bill. Also Greene 1833 297 named: Thomas Ripley. Risen, Ellery Petition from Smith County asking that John, Linsey & Pinchum, Smith 1832 71 emancipated slaves formerly owned by Ellery Risen, Deceased, be allowed to remain in Smith County near their children. Also named in the petition: Mrs. Denny & Doctor J. M. Luckey. Roach, Stephen Petition of Stephen Roach asking legislation for the protection of cattle. Hardin 1832 125 Roads Petition from Sumner County regarding road access along property Sumner 1832 132 lines for public access to mills, church, etc.

Roads Petition regarding a road from Denmark to Memphis. Named in Haywood 1833 101 petition: Joab Wilson. Roads Petition of Thomas Wheeler asking permission to retail (peddle) Campbell 1833 247 without a license. Money to be used to pay upkeep of his road. Roads Petition of John Kelly regarding a road across Lookout Mountain. Marion 1833 91 Roane County – Petition of Bledsoe, Roane, Morgan, Rhea and White counties to form a Bledsoe, 1832 27 new county new county. Roane, Morgan, Rhea, White Roaring River Petition From Jackson County asking permission to hold a lottery to Jackson 1832 41 fund the building of a bridge across Roaring River. Roaring River Petition from Jackson County asking permission to hold a lottery to Jackson 1832 123 finance a bridge on Roaring River. Roberts, Petition of Elizabeth Roberts asking for a divorce from her husband, Anderson 1833 189 Elizabeth Thomas Roberts. (109 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 69, section 1, Page 37) Roberts, Petition of Littleberry Roberts asking permission to hawk and peddle Roane, 1833 242 Littleberry without a license. Morgan Roberts, Thomas Petition of Elizabeth Roberts asking for a divorce from her husband, Anderson 1833 189 Thomas Roberts. (109 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 69, section 1, Page 37) Robertson Petition from citizens on the Robertson & Sumner Counties line asking Robertson, 1833 195 County – that the Kentucky Lexisngton Road be established as the boundary of Sumner boundaries the two counties. Robertson, Petition of Samuel Estes asking permission to hawk and peddle without Davidson 1832 37 Peyton (M.D.) a license. Statement of Peyton Robertson, Medical Doctor) Robinson, Petition of Thomas Riddle & John G. Smith regarding a turnpike charter. McMinn 1832 115 (Major) Also named: Major Robinson, John L. Killens, Samuel Findleys, William Suvals, James A. Whiteside & Blys Ferry. Robinson, Alen Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Robinson, Azar Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs.

Robinson, Betsey Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Robinson, Charles Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs.

Robinson, Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 Coleman to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs.

Robinson, Daniel Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Robinson, Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 Hannah to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Robinson, John Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Robinson, Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 Martha to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Robinson, Mary Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Robinson, Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 Moarning to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Robinson, Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 Munford to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Robinson, Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a Free Man of Color, asking permission 1832 6 Zachariah to move his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Robinson, Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 Zachariah to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Robonson, Petition asking that Charles, a slave, be emancipated. Also named: Greene 1833 295 Samuel Samuel Robinson. Rockhold, Petition of Dawson B. Rockhold asking for a divorce from his wife, White 1833 81 Dawson B. Lucinda Moore Rockhold. Named in petition: Thomas Hopper. (15 supporting Signatures.) Rockhold, Petition of Dawson B. Rockhold asking for a divorce from his wife, White 1833 81 Lucinda Moore Lucinda Moore Rockhold. Named in petition: Thomas Hopper. (15 supporting Signatures.) Rockhold, Petition of Thomas Rockhold regarding the emancipation of his slaves. Sullivan 1832 4 Thomas Named in petition: Free man of Color, Edward Cook; Negroes: Emley, Thomas & William. Rogers, George Petition of Sarah Rogers asking for a divorce from her husband, George Hickman 1832 25 Rogers. (33 Supporting Signatures. See also 1833-268 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 38, Page 19 given Feme Sole.) Rogers, George Petition of Sally (Sarah) Rogers asking for a divorce from her husband Hickman 1833 268 George Rogers. (29 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 38, Section 1, Page 19. Feme Sole granted.)

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Rogers, James Petition of James Rogers asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Brazzel Sumner 1833 269 Rogers. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 159, Section 1, Page 85.) Rogers, Polly Petition of James Rogers asking for a divorce from his wife, Polly Brazzel Sumner 1833 269 Brazzel Rogers. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 159, Section 1, Page 85.) Rogers, Sally Petition of Sally (Sarah) Rogers asking for a divorce from her husband Hickman 1833 268 George Rogers. (29 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 38, Section 1, Page 19. Feme Sole granted.) Rogers, Sarah Petition of Sarah Rogers asking for a divorce from her husband, George Hickman 1832 25 Rogers. (33 Supporting Signatures. See also 1833-268 & Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 38, Page 19 given Feme Sole.) Rogers, Sarah Petition of Sally (Sarah) Rogers asking for a divorce from her husband Hickman 1833 268 George Rogers. (29 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 38, Section 1, Page 19. Feme Sole granted.) Rogers, William Petition asking authorization for William H. Rogers to retail liquor Perry 1832 61 H. without a license. Proposed bill included in the folder. Roone, (Dr.) Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.) Rose, John Petition of William Scandland, John Graham, Amos Kirkpatrick & John Jackson 1833 271 Rose asking relief from paying interest on bond for John Wilson, Entry Taker. Also named: Samuel G. Smith. Ross, Eli G. Petition regarding the divorce of William & Phebe Hall. Named in 1832 49 petition: Eli G. Ross, William Ross & Jonas Wilkins. (see also 1833-84 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Section 1, Page 139.) Ross, Lewis Petition of John Armstrong, Deputy Surveyor) regarding a land grant of McMinn 1833 200 Lewis Ross and asking a refund of money paid for the grant. Ross, William Petition regarding the divorce of William & Phebe Hall. Named in 1832 49 petition: Eli G. Ross, William Ross & Jonas Wilkins. (see also 1833-84 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Section 1, Page 139.) Rowan, Robert Petition of L. McGuire contesting David Hays claim to land in Haywood Haywood 1833 96 County. Also named in petition: Joseph Greer, Robert Rowan, Sarah Grove, John Estes, & Gilbert Eccles. Rowan, Robert Petition of David Hays regarding validation of land claim. Also named: Haywood 1833 207 Robert Rowan, John Estes, Joseph Greer, Daniel McDiarmid & Eliza Estes. Rowland, Loyd Petition of Loyd Rowland asking a land preference of 500 acres to Carroll 1833 80 support his saw & grist mill. Rulman, Jacob Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.) Runnells, (Mr.) Petition of Elisha Gower asking for a divorce from his wife, Jemima Davidson 1832 126 Gower. Named in petition: Stockley Humphrey & Mr. Runnells. (See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 47, Page 37.) Rupell, David Petition of David Rupell, Arthur Henley and Nicholas Byers regarding Monroe 1833 127 land in the Hiwassee District. Ruson, Thomas C. Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. Rutherford, H. F. Petition from Capt. H. F. Rutherford’s Company recommending Henry Dyer 1833 287 (Captain) R. Chambers & Jesse Goodman be appointed as Justice of the peace. Also named: Zachariah Payne, Esq. & John Keneley, Esq. Rutledge, James Petition of Samuel Crawford asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Maury 1833 10 Crawford. Statement of Dickson Sellers, James Rutledge & David Dodson. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 32, Page 16.) Salt Water Petition of Samuel Martin regarding 1.) the circulation of small bank Anderson 1832 32 notes. 2.) Monetary rewards being offered to encourage the locating of salt water in Tennessee. Salt Water Petition of John T. Burtwell asking occupant rights to land for purpose McNairy 1833 60 of drilling for salt water. (40 supporting signatures.) Salt Well Petition of Major Daniel Graves regarding a loan for salt well. Knox 1833 249 Savage, Jesse Petition of Isaac Hill & Melchesedeck Hill asking permission to construct Warren 1832 103 a mill on Collins River. Folder includes the objections of Jesse Savage. Sawyer, Amos Petition of the Negro, Stephen Lytle asking emancipation of himself and Davidson 1833 140 his wife Charity and child, Mary Shephard Lytle. Named in petition: James J. Dozier, John Spence & Amos Sawyer. (25 supporting signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 258, Section 1, Page 142.) Scandland, Petition of William Scandland, administrator of the estate of Colonel Jackson 1832 112 William William Locke, asking to sell certain lands to settle the estate. Also named: Elizabeth Locke, Mary Ann Locke, James W. Locke. Statement of James W. Smith. Scandland, Petition of William Scandland, John Graham, Amos Kirkpatrick & John Jackson 1833 271 William Rose asking relief from paying interest on bond for John Wilson, Entry Taker. Also named: Samuel G. Smith. School Funds Petition of Thomas Fite, Joseph M. Caldell & Nelson J. Hoss regarding Gibson 1833 214 school funds. Schools Petition of Hezekiah Roy regarding a change in school district lines. Bedford 1833 115 Schools, Common Petition of Conrad Stevens, G. Flowers, John Thompson, Mitchell Humphreys 1833 113 Chilory, Dawsey P. Hudson & Ernis Ury asking monies raised by lottery (per Act of the Legislature 1826, Chapter 144, Section 1, Page 125) for bridge construction be transferred to the common school fund. Schools, Common Report of the Common School Commissioners for Maury County Robert Maury 1833 125 Wortham, Chairman. Scoggins, D. C. Petition of John G. Clark asking for a divorce from his wife, Winny James Roane 1833 104 Clark. Statements of Robert Campbell, Rebecca Ausborn, Marthy Scoggins & D. C. Sgoggins.

Scoggins, Marthy Petition of John G. Clark asking for a divorce from his wife, Winny James Roane 1833 104 Clark. Statements of Robert Campbell, Rebecca Ausborn, Marthy Scoggins & D. C. Sgoggins. Scott, Samuel Petition from Fentress County regarding Piles Turnpike and the failure Fentress 1833 7 of its present proprietors, Samuel Scott, Thomas Butler & William Marchbanks, to keep the road in good condition. Folder has letter to Senator Thomas Smith & Representative Samuel Turney from W. B. Richardson & Arthur R. Fogg.

Seaborn, Edward Petition of Edward Seaborn asking relief from paying a bond of his Marion 1833 105 father, John Seaborn, deceased, for Hansford Pollard, John Dalton & Evan Fielding. Seaborn, John Petition of Edward Seaborn asking relief from paying a bond of his Marion 1833 105 father, John Seaborn, deceased, for Hansford Pollard, John Dalton & Evan Fielding. Seamore, Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Elizabeth Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Seay, Eli A. Petition requesting permission for Eli A. Seay to hawk and peddle Williamson 1833 209 without a license. (41 signatures) Sellers, Dickson Petition of Samuel Crawford asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Maury 1833 10 Crawford. Statement of Dickson Sellers, James Rutledge & David Dodson. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 32, Page 16.) Sequatchie River Petition from Marion County regarding the mill & dam of James Marion 1833 4 Hornbeak on the Sequatchie River. Sevier, G. W. Petition of William Drake, G. W. Sevier & Alvin Cullom asking relief for Overton 1833 226 Isaac Atkins. Seviere, John Petition of John MeKechan asking compensation for his services during Greene 1833 36 (General) the Indian Wars. Named in petition: General John Seviere. Statements by Major John Harman, Francis Johnston, Samuel Vance, David Kee & John Lauderdale. Sewell, Benjamin Petition from Claiborne County recommending Benjamin Sewell be Claiborne 1832 14 appointed as Justice of the Peace. Shackelford, Petition from Lawrence County asking George. W. Shackelford be given Lawrence 1832 18 George W. relief from forfeiture of bail by James McMillen. Shaggs, Charles Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Shaggs, Elizabeth Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Shaggs, Moses Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Sharp, James Petition of James Campbell and John Goodwin asking compensation for Franklin 1833 106 their service to the State Bank of TN. Statement of James Sharp. Sharp, Richard Petition of John Stepp asking compensation for improvement to school McMinn 1833 228 land. Statement by John Bonderant & Richard Sharp.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Shaw, George W. Petition of Mahalia Bugg Shaw asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1832 51 George W. Shaw. Named in petition: Thomas Shaw & Elisha Green. (31 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 53, Page 41.) Shaw, Mahalia Petition of Mahalia Bugg Shaw asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1832 51 Bugg George W. Shaw. Named in petition: Thomas Shaw & Elisha Green. (31 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 53, Page 41.) Shaw, Thomas Petition of Mahalia Bugg Shaw asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1832 51 George W. Shaw. Named in petition: Thomas Shaw & Elisha Green. (31 Supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 53, Page 41.) Shepard, John Petition of Patrick McGuire to register a deed. Named in petition: Maria Maury 1833 59 M. Shepard & John Shepard. Shepard, Maria Petition of Patrick McGuire to register a deed. Named in petition: Maria Maury 1833 59 M. M. Shepard & John Shepard. Shepherd, James Petition of Martin F. Wade regarding a lost deed between Joseph Kerr Bedford 1832 139 & James Shepherd. Statements of John Graham & Richard Graham. Copy of NC grant and deed included in folder. Shiply, Joshua Petition of Joshua Shipley regarding his mill & dam on the Holston River Sullivan 1833 2 and navigation. Shropshire, David Petition of David Shropshire asking jailer fees for keeping a runaway Madison 1833 61 (Jailer) slave, Jacob. Simpson, General Petition from White and Overton Counties asking authorization for White, 1833 286 General Simpson be authorized to operate a turnpike. Overton Simpson, William Petition of David McKinne asking permission to build a bridge on the Hardeman 1832 142 Hatchie River. Also named: William Simpson. Skidmore, Sealy Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.) Skillens, Wiley B. Petition regarding a turnpike road. Recommending Joseph G. Smith & Bledsoe, 1833 179 Wiley B. Skillens as commissioners. Named in petition: Samuel Finley & Rhea, David Davis. Hamilton Slave, Bill Petition of Henry Ripley asking emancipation for the slave, Bill. Also Greene 1833 297 named: Thomas Ripley. Slave, Chaine Petition of George Crough & Jacob Ellis, executors of the will of John Washington 1833 275 Gates, asking his slaves Moses & Chaine be emancipated. Slave, Charles Petition of John Beatty asking to emancipate a slave, Charles, and Davidson 1833 141 permission for him to remain in TN with his family. Also named: George Yeger & William E. Anderson. Slave, Charles Petition asking that Charles, a slave, be emancipated. Also named: Greene 1833 295 Samuel Robinson. Slave, Cubit Statement of Robert SI Moore regarding payments by the slave, Cubit, Davidson 1833 266 to buy his freedom. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 175, Section 1, Page 94.) Slave, David Petition of Abba (Abigail) and Phebe Morrell asking permission to Sullivan 1833 133a emancipate six slaves: Ned, Rachel, Rebecca, Emely, David & Rhody. Slave, Delfy Petition from Greene County asking that Delfy, a slave, be emancipated. Greene 1833 136 Named in the petition: William Hendry & John McFee. Slave, Dr. Jack Petition asking permission for Dr. Jack, a negro slave, to practice Maury 1832 11 medicine. Named in petition: William Macon. Slave, Eliza Petition of William G. Harding regarding guardianship and Davidson 1833 250 administration of the estate of William Harding. Slaves to be sold named in accompanying court order: Marie, Tom, Eliza, Patsey, Robert, Major & Lucy. Slave, Emely Petition of Abba (Abigail) and Phebe Morrell asking permission to Sullivan 1833 133a emancipate six slaves: Ned, Rachel, Rebecca, Emely, David & Rhody. Slave, Hardy Petition of James Boyd & William McTeer, executors of William Boyd Blount. 1833 137 deceased, asking that a slave named Hardy be emaciated and permitted to remain in Tenn. Slave, Harriet Petition of Joshua Thurman, a free man of color, asking that his sister, Hardeman 1833 135 Harriet, be emancipated. Named in petition: Washington Edging. Slave, Hiram Petition asking that Hiram, a slave, be emancipated. Greene 1833 293 Slave, Jack Petition of Samuel Smith regarding emancipation of a slave named Jack. Montgomery 1833 289 Slave, Jacob Petition of David Shropshire asking jailer fees for keeping a runaway Madison 1833 61 slave, Jacob. Slave, Loo Petition of citizens asking the emancipation of a slave named Loo. Davidson 1833 145 Statement of Thomas Crutcher, Addison East & John H. Eaton. Also named: Major William Terrel Lewis & William Allen. (71 supporting signatures.) Slave, Lucy Petition of William G. Harding regarding guardianship and Davidson 1833 250 administration of the estate of William Harding. Slaves to be sold named in accompanying court order: Marie, Tom, Eliza, Patsey, Robert, Major & Lucy. Slave, Lydia Petition of Robert L. Mitchell & William H. Baker, executors of the White 1833 296 estate of Edward Holms, asking that Lydia, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in the will. Slave, Major Petition of David Morris Haarding asking to emancipate a slave named Davidson 1833 144 Major. Also named: William Harding. Slave, Major Petition of William G. Harding regarding guardianship and Davidson 1833 250 administration of the estate of William Harding. Slaves to be sold named in accompanying court order: Marie, Tom, Eliza, Patsey, Robert, Major & Lucy. Slave, Marie Petition of William G. Harding regarding guardianship and Davidson 1833 250 administration of the estate of William Harding. Slaves to be sold named in accompanying court order: Marie, Tom, Eliza, Patsey, Robert, Major & Lucy. Slave, Moses Petition of George Crough & Jacob Ellis, executors of the will of John Washington 1833 275 Gates, asking his slaves Moses & Chaine be emancipated. Slave, Ned Petition of Abba (Abigail)and Phebe Morrell asking permission to Sullivan 1833 133a emancipate six slaves: Ned, Rachel, Rebecca, Emely, David & Rhody. Slave, Patsey Petition of William G. Harding regarding guardianship and Davidson 1833 250 administration of the estate of William Harding. Slaves to be sold named in accompanying court order: Marie, Tom, Eliza, Patsey, Robert, Major & Lucy. Slave, Peter Petition asking for the emancipation of the slave, Peter Hawkins, and Roane 1833 298 Hawkins that he be allowed to remain in the Tennessee. Also named: Thomas Clark. Slave, Rachel Petition of Abba (Abigail) and Phebe Morrell asking permission to Sullivan 1833 133a emancipate six slaves: Ned, Rachel, Rebecca, Emely, David & Rhody.

Slave, Rebecca Petition of Abba (Abigail) and Phebe Morrell asking permission to Sullivan 1833 133a emancipate six slaves: Ned, Rachel, Rebecca, Emely, David & Rhody. Slave, Rhody Petition of Abba (Abigail) and Phebe Morrell asking permission to Sullivan 1833 133a emancipate six slaves: Ned, Rachel, Rebecca, Emely, David & Rhody. Slave, Robert Petition of William G. Harding regarding guardianship and Davidson 1833 250 administration of the estate of William Harding. Slaves to be sold named in accompanying court order: Marie, Tom, Eliza, Patsey, Robert, Major & Lucy. Slave, Samuel Petition asking that Samuel, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in Grainger 1833 291 the will of William Hawkins. (Copy of will included in folder) Also named: Seth McKinney. (105 supporting signatures.) Slave, Tom Petition of William G. Harding regarding guardianship and Davidson 1833 250 administration of the estate of William Harding. Slaves to be sold named in accompanying court order: Marie, Tom, Eliza, Patsey, Robert, Major & Lucy. Slavery Petitions asking for a law to abolish slavery and the emancipation of all 1833 149 slaves. (22 pages of signatures.) Slaves Petition of Mary Humphreys, administrator of the Estate of her Carter 1832 3 husband, Jese Humphreys, asking the emancipation of the Negroes, Lucy, Glascown, Mariah & Dealph. Slaves Petition of Thomas Rockhold regarding the emancipation of his slaves. Sullivan 1832 4 Named in petition: Free man of Color, Edward Cook; Negroes: Emley, Thomas & William. Slaves Petition from Smith County asking that John, Linsey & Pinchum, Smith 1832 71 emancipated slaved formerly owned by Ellery Risen, Deceased, be allowed to remain in Smith County near their children. Also named in the petition: Mrs. Denny & Doctor J. M. Luckey. Slaves Petition asking repeal of the law regarding the sale of liquor to slaves. Davidson 1832 145 Slaves Petition of Abba (Abigail) and Phebe Morrell asking permission to Sullivan 1833 133a emancipate six slaves: Ned, Rachel, Rebecca, Emely, David & Rhody. Slaves Petition from neighbors of Abigail (Abba) & Phebe Morrell opposed to Sullivan 1833 133b the emancipation of their slaves. Slaves Petition from Greene County asking that Delfy, a slave, be emancipated. Greene 1833 136 Named in the petition: William Hendry & John McFee. Slaves Petition of John Beatty asking to emancipate a slave, Charles, and Davidson 1833 141 permission for him to remain in TN with his family. Also named: George Yeger & William E. Anderson. Slaves Petition of David Morris Haarding asking to emancipate a slave named Davidson 1833 144 Major. Also named: William Harding. Slaves Petition of citizens asking the emancipation of a slave named Loo. Davidson 1833 145 Statement of Thomas Crutcher, Addison East & John H. Eaton. Also named: Major William Terrel Lewis & William Allen. (71 supporting signatures.) Slaves Statement of Robert I. Moore regarding payments by the slave, Cubit, Davidson 1833 266 to buy his freedom. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 175, Section 1, Page 94.) Slaves Petition of George Crough & Jacob Ellis, executors of the will of John Washington 1833 275 Gates, asking his slaves Moses & Chaine be emancipated. Slaves Petition of Samuel Smith regarding emancipation of a slave named Jack. Montgomery 1833 289 Slaves Petition asking that Samuel, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in Grainger 1833 291 the will of William Hawkins. (Copy of will included in folder) Also named: Seth McKinney. (105 supporting signatures.) Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Slaves Petition asking that Charles, a slave, be emancipated. Also named: Greene 1833 295 Samuel Robinson. Slaves Petition of Robert L. Mitchell & William H. Baker, executors of the White 1833 296 estate of Edward Holms, asking that Lydia, a slave, be emancipated as stipulated in the will. Slaves Petition of Henry Ripley asking emancipation for the slave, Bill. Also Greene 1833 297 named: Thomas Ripley. Slaves Petition asking for the emancipation of the slave, Peter Hawkins, and Roane 1833 298 that he be allowed to remain in the Tennessee. Also named: Thomas Clark. Slaves Petition of 130 signatures asking for the emancipation of slaves. 1833 299 Slavins, Daniel Petition of Jesse Martin, Lezianne Slavins & Daniel Slavins regarding the Claiborne 1833 237 adoption of Polly Ann Martin and the changing of her name to Polly Ann Slavins. Slavins, Lezianne Petition of Jesse Martin, Lezianne Slavins & Daniel Slavins regarding the Claiborne 1833 237 adoption of Polly Ann Martin and the changing of her name to Polly Ann Slavins. Slavins, Polly Ann Petition of Jesse Martin, Lezianne Slavins & Daniel Slavins regarding the Claiborne 1833 237 adoption of Polly Ann Martin and the changing of her name to Polly Ann Slavins. Smith, David Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Smith, David Petition of John W. Lynn asking to be reimbursed for paying own doctor Fentress 1833 69 (Captain) bills during the Creek Indian War. Also named in petition: Colonel Pipkin, Captain David Smith, Mr. Keel, Dr. Christian & John Wright. Statements of Joel Holbert & John Wright. Smith, Drury Petition of David Gordon, the administrator of Drury Smith's estate Giles, Lincoln 1832 70 asking to sell certain lands for benefit of minor heirs. Smith, George Petition of certain citizens of Morgan County asking to be annexed to Morgan 1833 192 Fentress County Named in petition: John Hughs, William Ramsey, George Smith, Mr. Coons, Mr. Mayett, David Edwards & Mr. Graham. Smith, J. F. Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Smith, James Petition of Hugh Caruthers, administrators for the estate of David Hardeman 1833 217 Harris, regarding land. Also named: James Smith. Smith, James W. Petition of William Scandland, administrator of the estate of Colonel Jackson 1832 112 William Locke, asking to sell certain lands to settle the estate. Also named: Elizabeth Locke, Mary Ann Locke, James W. Locke. Statement of James W. Smith. Smith, John H. Petition on behalf of John H. Smith asking authorization for him to hawk Knox 1833 94 and Peddle without a license. (Many signatures.) Smith, Joseph Petition of Joseph Smith asking authorization to retail liquor and/or McNairy 1833 86 hawk and peddle without a license. Smith, Joseph G. Petition of Thomas Riddle & Joseph G. Smith regarding a turnpike McMinn 1832 115 charter. Also named: Major James Robinson, John L. Killians, Samuel Findleys, William Suvals, James A. Whiteside & Blys Ferry. Smith, Joseph G. Petition regarding a turnpike road. Recommending Joseph G. Smith & Bledsoe, 1833 179 Wiley B. Skillens as commissioners. Named in petition: Samuel Finley & Rhea, David Davis. Hamilton Smith, Joshua Petition of Margaretta Smith asking for a divorce from her husband, Blount 1833 187 Joshua Smith. (25 Supporting Signatures) Smith, Petition of Margaretta Smith asking for a divorce from her husband, Blount 1833 187 Margaretta Joshua Smith. (25 Supporting Signatures) Smith, Richard Petition of Benjamion Drain regarding land. Named in petition: John Washington 1832 31 Warren, Richard Smith & Moses Meek. Smith, Samuel Petition of Samuel Smith regarding emancipation of a slave named Jack. Montgomery 1833 289 Smith, Samuel G. Petition of William Scandland, John Graham, Amos Kirkpatrick & John Jackson 1833 271 Rose asking relief from paying interest on bond for John Wilson, Entry Taker. Also named: Samuel G. Smith. Smith, Thomas Petition on behalf of Alfred Pursell asking authorization for him to retail Jackson 1833 82 liquor without a license. Named in petition: Thomas Smith & William W. Woodfolk. Smith, Thomas Petition from Fentress County regarding Piles Turnpike and the failure Fentress 1833 7 (Senator) of its present proprietors, Samuel Scott, Thomas Butler & William Marchbanks, to keep the road in good condition. Folder has letter to Senator Thomas Smith & Representative Samuel Turney from W. B. Richardson & Arthur R. Fogg. Smith, William P. Petition of William P. Smith asking compensation for services. Roane 1833 262 Sparks, James Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Spence, Brent Petition from Captain Hearwill’s Company recommending Brent Spence Davidson 1832 12 for appointment as Justice of the Peace replacing Robert New__(?), Esquire. Spence, John Petition of the Negro, Stephen Lytle asking emancipation of himself and Davidson 1833 140 his wife Charity and child, Mary Shephard Lytle. Named in petition: James J. Dozier, John Spence & Amos Sawyer. (25 supporting signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 258, Section 1, Page 142.) Stacy, Sarah Petition of Sarah Morelock Stacy asking for a divorce from her husband, Greene 1833 5 Morelock Zachariah Stacy. (30 Supporting Signatures, See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 25.) Stacy, Zachariah Petition of Sarah Morelock Stacy asking for a divorce from her husband, Greene 1833 5 Zachariah Stacy. (30 Supporting Signatures, See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 25.) Stancil, John C. Petition of Charles Bogard asking relief from bail forfeited by John C. Stewart 1833 211 Stancil. Standfield, Petition of Sinderella Standfield Caldwell asking for a divorce from her Sumner 1832 141 Abraham husband, William B. Caldwell. Also named in petition: Abraham Standfield, Elizabeth Lampkins, William H. Caldwell & a Negro, Parthena. State Bank A memorial from Smith County asking for the incorporation of a state Smith 1832 80 bank in Tennessee. (62 supporting Signatures) State Bank Petition from the western district requesting a charter for a State Bank Shelby 1832 143 at Memphis. State Bank Petition asking that a State Bank be established in Nashville. Davidson 1832 144 State Bank of Petition of James Campbell and John Goodwin asking compensation for Franklin 1833 106 Tennessee their service to the State Bank of TN. Statement of James Sharp. State Banks Petition from Hardeman County asking for the establishment of a State Hardeman 1832 111 Bank at Memphis. Steamer Petition of John Haley asking compensation for clearing the Tenn. River Roane 1832 146 Knoxville for navigation. Also named: Colonel Long, Captain C. R. Casey, Mr. Dedrick, Mr. Jacobs, Mr. Cook, & the Steamer Knoxville.

Stephens, (Mr.) Petition from Thomas C. Moore asking relief from criminal charges. Bedford 1832 122 Named in petition: Mr. Stephens, Daniel Turrentine & Doctor Kincaid. (75 Supporting Signatures.) Stepp, John Petition of John Stepp asking compensation for improvement to school McMinn 1833 228 land. Statement by John Bonderant & Richard Sharp. Stevens, Conrad Petition of Conrad Stevens, G. Flowers, John Thompson, Mitchell Humphreys 1833 113 Chilory, Dawsey P. Hudson & Ernis Ury asking monies raised by lottery (per Act of the Legislature 1826, Chapter 144, Section 1, Page 125) for bridge construction be transferred to the common school fund. Stewart, William Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. Stockstill, Elisha Petition of Elisha Stockstill asking to legalize his illegitimate son Thomas Warren 1833 198 Gilburt Hester and change his name to Thomas Gilburt Stockstill. Stockstill, Petition of Elisha Stockstill asking to legalize his illegitimate son Thomas Warren 1833 198 Thomas Gilburt Gilburt Hester and change his name to Thomas Gilburt Stockstill. Stones River Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. Stones River Petition from Rutherford County asking fish dams be prohibited from Rutherford 1833 227 obstructing navigation on Stones River. Strong, Petition of Christopher Strong regarding a land grant. Named in Dickson 1833 13 Christopher petition: John Hightower, Jesse Leech, Mr. Hayes & Mr. Green. Suddath, Francis Petition of Francis K. Suddath asking authorization to hawk and peddle Roane 1832 65 K. without a license. Sumerville Petition asking incorporation of Sumerville Female Academy. Name of Fayette 1833 174 Female Academy trustees given: William S. Gray, B. F. Gray, A. G. Hunter, B. H. Henderson, M. Cody, John C. Cooper, R. A. Parker, Thomas C. Ruson, J. Higgason, J. B. Mclelen, John Brown, James Hamilton & W. L. Hannam. Sumner County Petition of the Sumner County Colonization Society asking Legislative Sumner 1833 294 Colonization support of their goals to colonize Negroes in Africa. Society Sumner County, Petition from citizens on the Robertson & Sumner Counties line asking Robertson, 1833 195 boundaries that the Kentucky Lexisngton Road be established as the boundary of Sumner the two counties. Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Survey Petitions from Citizens of Kingston, TN for & against a re-survey and Roane 1833 42 plan for the town of Kingston. Suvals, William Petition of Thomas Riddle & John G. Smith regarding a turnpike charter. McMinn 1832 115 Also named: Major Robinson, John L. Killens, Samuel Findleys, William Suvals, James A. Whiteside & Blys Ferry. Swan, William Petition of John Crozier asking a refund on merchant’s license. Named Knox 1832 19a in petition: William Swan. Swanson, Peter Petition of Peter Swanson regarding land claims by the heirs of General Giles 1833 124 William Randall & Federick Hargate. Swizea, John Petition from Robert Lindsay, David Griffith, Stephen Holladay, Mounce Jackson 1833 300 Gore & John Swizea, common school commissioners regarding land and funding. Talley, David Petition of Gabriel Dillard asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Jones Sumner 1833 273 Dillard. Statement of Zack Talley, George W. Frazier, David Talley, Moses Butterworth & James Hutchison. Tally, Zack Petition of Gabriel Dillard asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Jones Sumner 1833 273 Dillard. Statement of Zack Talley, George W. Frazier, David Talley, Moses Butterworth & James Hutchison. Tannerhill, Petition of the Town Regiment of Nashville recommending William M. Davidson 1832 13 Wilkins Berryhill be appointed as Justice of the Peace replacing Wilkins Tannerhill. Tarver, Silas Petition of Silas Tarver asking he be released from liability of books Wilson 1833 100 burned. Taxes Petitions from merchants of Columbia, Tennessee asking taxes for 1833 Maury 1832 137 & 1834 go to improving the town. Taxes Petition from Dyer County regarding taxation and school lands. Dyer 1833 206 University of North Carolina named. Taxes, Shows Petition of John M. Vaughmn asking permission to hold shows without Hawkins 1833 282 paying taxes. Taylor, Benjamin Report of election results of a new militia company in Stewart County Stewart 1832 128 (Captain) Benjamin Taylor, Captain; John Randal, Lieutenant; Thomas Ward & Frederick Wesson, Justice of the Peace.

Taylor, Henry C. Petition of Temple Taylor asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Lincoln 1833 116 Ollifant Taylor. Statements of William Cashion, James Brown, William George & Henry C. Taylor. Taylor, Jane Petition of Temple Taylor asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Lincoln 1833 116 Ollifant Ollifant Taylor. Statements of William Cashion, James Brown, William George & Henry C. Taylor.

Taylor, Temple Petition of Temple Taylor asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Lincoln 1833 116 Ollifant Taylor. Statements of William Cashion, James Brown, William George & Henry C. Taylor. Taylor, William Petition of Stephen Hicks asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Taylor Warren 1833 199 Hicks. Statements of Fransis Cantrell, Josiah Capshaw, John Reeves & Henry Hicks. Also named: William Taylor. Tazwell, TN Petition from Tazwell, TN recommending F. S. Hunt be appointed as Claiborne 1833 180 Justice of the Peace. Tellico River Petition of James Williams & John Williams asking to erect a mill on Monroe 1833 193 Tellico River.

Tennessee Petition of Zachariah Robinson, a free man of color, asking permission Gibson 1833 290 Residency to bring his family from North Carolina to Tennessee. Also named: Betsey, Charles, Alen, Hannah, John, Coleman, Daniel, Mary, Munford, Martha, Moarning, & Azar Robinson, Sally Jacobs. Tennessee Petition asking Abraham & Milly Husketh, free negroes, be permitted to 1833 292 Residency reside in the State to be near their children. Also named: Nathaniel Husketh. (78 supporting signatures.) Tennessee River Petition asking compensation for Doctor John C. Haley & his son, Jacob Bledsoe, 1832 10 Haley, for work at Boiling Pot to improve navigation of the Tenn. River. Marion, Hamilton Tennessee River Petition from the Knoxville Steamboat Company regarding navigation Knox 1832 34 on the Tennessee River. Tennessee River Petition of John Haley asking compensation for clearing the Tenn. River Roane 1832 146 for navigation. Also named: Colonel Long, Captain C. R. Casey, Mr. Dedrick, Mr. Jacobs, Mr. Cook, & the Steamer Knoxville Tennessee River Petition asking funding to survey a route to continue the Charleston 1833 62 Railroad to the Tennessee River. Tennessee State Petition from the Tennessee State Colonization Society asking that all Franklin 1833 203 Colonization free Negroes be removed from the state of Tenn. To the new African Society Republic Thompson Letter of William Hogan regarding an act for the benefit of Lucinda McMinn 1832 116 (Captain) Allen & minor heirs of William Allen. Also named: Samuel Martin & Captain Thompson. Thompson, John Petition of Conrad Stevens, G. Flowers, John Thompson, Mitchell Humphreys 1833 113 Chilory, Dawsey P. Hudson & Ernis Ury asking monies raised by lottery (per Act of the Legislature 1826, Chapter 144, Section 1, Page 125) for bridge construction be transferred to the common school fund. Thompson, Susan Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 S. Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Thompson, Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 Thomas Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) Thorton, William Petition from Wayne County asking permission for William Thornton to Wayne 1833 19 hawk and peddle without a license. Statement of John Rayburn. Thurman, Elijah Petition of Sterling S. Condray, George W. Williams & Elijah Thurman Hamilton 1832 33 asking for a merchant’s license. Statement of Isabelt Cambridge. Thurman, Joshua Petition of Joshua Thurman, a free man of color, asking that his sister, Hardeman 1833 135 Harriet, be emancipated. Named in petition: Washington Edging. Tilley, Dianna Petition of Dianna Sellers Tilley asking for a divorce from her husband, Washington 1833 194 Sellars Wesley Tilley. Tilley, Wesley Petition of Dianna Sellers Tilley asking for a divorce from her husband, Washington 1833 194 Wesley Tilley.

Tinkle, Robert Petition of Robert Tinkle, Joseph B. Hyde & Charles Porter regarding a 1833 33 land claim under the occupant law. Tipton, Edward Petition of Edmond W. Tipton asking compensation for his services and Shelby 1833 225 W. to have the 11th District Surveyor's office at his home. Todd, Dianna Petition of Samuel Todd asking for a divorce from his wife, Dianna Knox 1833 183 Todd. (20 Supporting Signatures) Todd, Samuel Petition of Samuel Todd asking for a divorce from his wife, Dianna Knox 1833 183 Todd. (20 Supporting Signatures) Tollet, John Petition of George Gordon regarding his turnpike from White’s Creek to Roane 1833 204 Sparta. Named in petition: John Tollet, James Arms, Jesse Lincoln, George Dawson, Robert Burk & John Brown. Townsend, Petition of John Davis asking for a divorce from his wife, Littitia Davis. Overton 1832 77 Nathaniel Named in petition: Nathaniel Townsend. (17 Supporting signatures) Trousdale, Petition of Sally Trousdale asking for a divorce from her husband, Sumner 1833 233 Jonathan Jonathan Trousdale. Trousdale, Sally Petition of Sally Trousdale asking for a divorce from her husband, Sumner 1833 233 Jonathan Trousdale. True, D. H. Petition of Caleb Fly asking for a divorce from his wife Mary Hestin Fly. Maury 1832 129 Statement of D. H. True. Also Named: Colonel Dobbins. (70 support signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1832, Chapter 35, Section 2, Page 26.) Tunor, Jacob Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Turner, James Petition of Andrew Johnson asking relief from forfeited bond of James Maury 1833 46 Turner. (6 pages of supporting signatures.). Turner, John Petition of John Turner asking permission to hawk and peddle without a Roane 1832 16 license. Turner, William Petition of William D. Turner asking permission to hawk and peddle Dickson 1832 39 D. without a license. Statement of Carter Fenny. Turney, Sam Petition of Senators John Ashe, Sam Turney & W. A. Moore against a 1832 60 (Senator) resolution to re-open old land claims. Turney, Samuel Petition from Fentress County regarding Piles Turnpike and the failure Fentress 1833 7 (Representative) of its present proprietors, Samuel Scott, Thomas Butler & William Marchbanks, to keep the road in good condition. Folder has letter to Senator Thomas Smith & Representative Samuel Turney from W. B. Richardson & Arthur R. Fogg. Turnpikes Petitions for and against charging tolls on salt wagons using the Bean’s Grainger 1832 44 Station Turnpike. One from William Graham, commissioner for the road. Turnpikes Petition from Davidson County asking that a charter be given for a Davidson 1832 130 turnpike road from Nashville to Lebanon. (Many Signatures.) Turnpikes Petition of Howell Houston regarding turnpike road tolls. Named in Cocke 1832 46 petition: William Houston, Peter Davis, Stephen Huff & William Reynolds. Turnpikes Petition recommending that James P. Haynes & Jack Hunter be given a Roane 1832 67 turnpike charter. Turnpikes Petition asking that George Greer be permitted to operate a turnpike Humphreys 1832 78 road. Letter from George Greer to Senator Robert Murray & Representative Spearman Holland. Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # Turnpikes Petition of Thomas Riddle & John G. Smith regarding a turnpike charter. McMinn 1832 115 Also named: Major Robinson, John L. Killens, Samuel Findleys, William Suvals, James A. Whiteside & Blys Ferry. Turnpikes Petition from Spring Hill asking that the Columbia Nashville Turnpike Maury 1832 118 run through their town. Turnpikes Petition from Fentress County regarding Piles Turnpike and the failure Fentress 1833 7 of its present proprietors, Samuel Scott, Thomas Butler & William Marchbanks, to keep the road in good condition. Folder has letter to Senator Thomas Smith & Representative Samuel Turney from W. B. Richardson & Arthur R. Fogg. Turnpikes Petition of Asbury M. Coffey asking for a turnpike charter over McMinn 1833 57 Chilhowee Mt. to the TN / GA state line. Turnpikes Petition of Roane County against a certain new turnpike road to Clinch Roane 1833 88 River. Turnpikes Petition from Grainger County asking for an extension of the Bean’s Grainger 1833 157 Station Turnpike. Named in Petition: Colonel Lipscomb, Joseph Nor, Ely Hodges & Shadrack Morris. Turnpikes Petition regarding a turnpike road. Recommending Joseph G. Smith & Bledsoe, 1833 179 Wiley B. Skillens as commissioners. Named in petition: Samuel Finley & Rhea, David Davis. Hamilton Turnpikes Petition of George Gordon regarding his turnpike from White’s Creek to Roane 1833 204 Sparta. Named in petition: John Tollet, James Arms, Jesse Lincoln, George Dawson, Robert Burk & John Brown. Turnpikes Petition from Roane County regarding the construction of a turnpike. Roane 1833 236 Named in petition: John Brown. Turnpikes Petition from White and Overton Counties asking authorization for White, 1833 286 General Simpson be authorized to operate a turnpike. Overton Turnpikes Petition asking that operators of turnpike roads be prohibited from Marion, 1833 92 having two toll gates on the same road. Named in petition: Dr. John C. Hamilton Haley. Turrentine, Petition from Thomas C. Moore asking relief from criminal charges. Bedford 1832 122 Daniel Named in petition: Mr. Stephens, Daniel Turrentine & Doctor Kincaid. (75 Supporting Signatures.) Tuscumbia, Petition of the Tuscumbia, Courtland & Decatur Railroad asking for a 1833 239 Courtland & charter to connect their line to Memphis. Decatur Railroad Ury, Ernis Petition of Conrad Stevens, G. Flowers, John Thompson, Mitchell Humphreys 1833 113 Chilory, Dawsey P. Hudson & Ernis Ury asking monies raised by lottery (per Act of the Legislature 1826, Chapter 144, Section 1, Page 125) for bridge construction be transferred to the common school fund. Vance, Samuel Petition of John MeKechan asking compensation for his services during Greene 1833 36 the Indian Wars. Named in petition: General John Seviere. Statements by Major John Harman, Francis Johnston, Samuel Vance, David Kee & John Lauderdale. Vanderville, John Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 (Major) on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. Vaughn, John M. Petition of John M. Vaughmn asking permission to hold shows without Hawkins 1833 282 paying taxes. Vinson, William Petition of William Vinson asking compensation for gun lost in the Cocke 1833 253 Indian Wars. Statement of Joseph Mattox. Also named: Captain Jonas Griffin. Visor, William Petition of Lawrence G. Evans asking compensation for a mill he Fayette 1832 48 established on Hatchee River. Named in petition: William Visor & Horrace Loomis. Wade, Martin F. Petition of Martin F. Wade regarding a lost deed between Joseph Kerr Bedford 1832 139 & James Shepherd. Statements of John Graham & Richard Graham. Copy of NC grant and deed included in folder. Waggoner, Jacob Petition from Jacob Waggoner asking relief from fines. (4 pages of Davidson 1833 154 supporting signatures) Walker, (Captain) Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Walker, Alizabeth Affidavit of Chapin Bean regarding the divorce of Samuel and Alizabeth Overton 1832 21 (Elizabeth) (Elizabeth) Walker. Also named: Michael Gomley. (See also 1832-76, 1833-234 and Private Acts of TN. 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.) Walker, Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Overton 1832 76 Armistead Greer Walker. Named in petition: Michael Gomley. Statement of Armistead Walker. (See also 1832-21, 1833-76 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147) Walker, Armsted Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Warren 1833 234 Greer Walker. Also named: Michael Gourley. Statements of Armsted Walker & Ambrose Gore. (72 supporting Signatures. See also 1832-21& 1832-76. Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.) Walker, Elizabeth Affidavit of Chapin Bean regarding the divorce of Samuel and Alizabeth Overton 1832 21 (Elizabeth) Walker. Also named: Michael Gomley. (See also 1832-76, 1833-234 and Private Acts of TN. 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.) Walker, Elizabeth Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Overton 1832 76 Greer Greer Walker. Named in petition: Michael Gomley. Statement of Armistead Walker. (See also 1832-21, 1833-76 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147) Walker, Elizabeth Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Warren 1833 234 Greer Greer Walker. Also named: Michael Gourley. Statements of Armsted Walker & Ambrose Gore. (72 supporting Signatures. See also 1832-21& 1832-76. Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.) Walker, Samuel Affidavit of Chapin Bean regarding the divorce of Samuel and Alizabeth Overton 1832 21 (Elizabeth) Walker. Also named: Michael Gomley. (See also 1832-76, 1833-234 and Private Acts of TN. 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.) Walker, Samuel Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Overton 1832 76 Greer Walker. Named in petition: Michael Gomley. Statement of Armistead Walker. (See also 1832-21, 1833-76 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147) Walker, Samuel Petition of Samuel Walker asking for a divorce from his wife, Elizabeth Warren 1833 234 Greer Walker. Also named: Michael Gourley. Statements of Armsted Walker & Ambrose Gore. (72 supporting Signatures. See also 1832-21& 1832-76. Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 269, Page 147.) Wallace, George Petition from Overton County asking George Wallace be given the Maury 1833 45 privilege to Hawk and Peddle without a license. (60 supporting Signatures) Walling, Daniel Petition from White & Warren Counties recommending Daniel Walling White, 1832 96 be given a charter to build a bridge across Caney Fork River. Warren Wallis, Harvey Petition of John Chesney asking for a divorce from his wife, Sarah Grainger 1833 155a Scrugg Chesney. Also named: Thomas Dyer, George Isom, James Dail & David Smith. Statements by: Elizabeth Seamore, Barnett L. Mullins, Moses Shaggs, Charles Shaggs, Lynia Popejoy, Elizabeth Shaggs, Harvey Wallis, William Hinds, Wm. Hill & Jane Hinds. (See Private Acts of TN, Chapter 35, Section 1, Page 17) Ward, Thomas Report of election results of a new militia company in Stewart County Stewart 1832 128 (Justice of the Benjamin Taylor, Captain; John Randal, Lieutenant; Thomas Ward & Peace) Frederick Wesson, Justice of the Peace. Warner, Richard Petition of Ignatius F. Woods asking for a divorce from his wife, Susan Bedford 1833 111 (Representative) Thompson Woods. Letter to Col. Robert Cannon & Rep. Richard Warner. Warren County – Petition from Bedford, Warren and Franklin Counties opposed to Coffee, 1832 1 new county forming a new county (Coffee). (Many signatures.) Warren, Bedford, Franklin Warren, John Petition of Benjamion Drain regarding land. Named in petition: John Washington 1832 31 Warren, Richard Smith & Moses Meek. Waters, Jacob J. Petition of John Catron regarding land for his iron works. Named in Lawrence 1832 7 petition: Wyly Barlow, James Waters, Jacob J. Waters, Daniel Layton, John Briley, Isaac Morris & Shadereck Morris. Waters, James Petition of John Catron regarding land for his iron works. Named in Lawrence 1832 7 petition: Wyly Barlow, James Waters, Jacob J. Waters, Daniel Layton, John Briley, Isaac Morris & Shadereck Morris. Webb, Henry Y. Petition from Captain Berry Pates’ Company recommending Doctor Williamson 1832 54 (Doctor) Henry Y. Webb for Justice of the Peace. Also named: Hartwell B. Hyde, Esquire. Welch, Charles Petition of Charles M. K. Welch asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary McMinn 1833 108 M. K. Athon Welch. Statement of Eliza Cook. (47 Supporting Signatures.) Welch, Mary Petition of Charles M. K. Welch asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary McMinn 1833 108 Athon Athon Welch. Statement of Eliza Cook. (47 Supporting Signatures.) Wells, Robert Petition from friends of Robert Wells, an Indian fighter, requesting Montgomery 1833 11 relief for him. Also named: Reuben Pollard. Wesson, Report of election results of a new militia company in Stewart County Stewart 1832 128 Frederick (Justice Benjamin Taylor, Captain; John Randal, Lieutenant; Thomas Ward & of the Peace) Frederick Wesson, Justice of the Peace. West, John B. Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.)

Wharry, Jackson Petition on behalf of Jackson Wharry asking permission to hawk and Warren 1833 197 peddle without a license. (82 supporting signatures) Wheeler, Thomas Petition of Thomas Wheeler asking permission to retail (peddle) Campbell 1833 247 without a license. Money to be used to pay upkeep of his road. Whitaker, Petition of William Whitaker, administrator for the estate of James Hardeman 1832 83 William McKinza, asking to enter an occupant land claim for the benefit of (Administrator) McKinza’s heirs.

Name or Subject Description County Year Pet. # White County – Petition of Bledsoe, Roane, Morgan, Rhea and White counties to form a Bledsoe, 1832 27 new county new county. Roane, Morgan, Rhea, White White, Cary Petition of Susan S. Thompson asking for a divorce from her husband, Williamson 1833 208 Thomas Thompson. Statements of J. F. Smith, J. H. Childress, & Cary White. Letter from Thomas Thompson to Major Joseph Coe & Representative Josiah Hatley opposed to the divorce. Also named: Henry R. W. Hill, R. C. Foster, James Sparks & Dr. McPhail. (89 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 30, Section 1, Page 15. Feme Sole granted) White, Moses F. Petition asking permission for Moses F. White to hawk and peddle Bedford 1833 79 without a license. Whiteside, James Petition of Thomas Riddle & John G. Smith regarding a turnpike charter. McMinn 1832 115 A. Also named: Major Robinson, John L. Killens, Samuel Findleys, William Suvals, James A. Whiteside & Blys Ferry. Whitney, (Mr.) Petition of Samuel Lance asking Mr. Whitney be given permission to Warren 1832 136 hawk and peddle without a license. Wilbourne, Petition of Narcissa Hess Wilbourne Erwin asking for a divorce from her Gibson 1833 212 Kinchan A. husband, Kinchan A. Wilborne. Remarried to William Erwin thinking Kinchan Wilborne was dead. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 250, Section 1, Page 136.) Wiley, Henry Petitions asking that George W. Gaines, with Robert Marney, Joshua Roane 1832 101 Moore, William Reed, Henry Wiley and Joseph Kimbrough be appointed as Justice of the Peace. Also named in these Petitions: William Brown, Esquire, Henry L. Price, Jacob Tunor, James Crumbley, Captain McNatt, Captain Walker, Captain Bailey, Captain Haley & Captain Basills. Wilie, Terry H. Petition of Terry H. Wilie asking relief. (He had no arms.) Named in 1832 74 petition: Mr. McGren & Mr. McLean. Wilkins, Jonas Petition regarding the divorce of William & Phebe Hall. Named in 1832 49 petition: Eli G. Ross, William Ross & Jonas Wilkins. (see also 1833-84 and Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 255, Section 1, Page 139.) Willard, (Mr.) Petition of Isaac Ferrell & Nimrod Porter opposed to the sale of land of Maury 1832 75 Levi Ferrell, deceased, to a Mr. Willard claiming it would be a disservice to his wife & heirs. Williams, George Petition of Sterling S. Condray, George W. Williams & Elijah Thurman Hamilton 1832 33 W. asking for a merchant’s license. Statement of Isabelt Cambridge. Williams, James Petition of James Williams & John Williams asking to erect a mill on Monroe 1833 193 Tellico River. Williams, James Petition of James Williams asking to be reinstated to citizenship. Lawrence 1833 201 Williams, James Petitions of James B. Williams & others regarding the erection of a mill Rutherford 1832 117 B. on Stones River in Rutherford County. Letter of James B. Williams to Major Thomas Claibourne. Supporting letters of William Stewart, John Brennan, Denis McClenden, William Huggins, Major John Vanderville, Robert Buchanan, John Gowen, Ira C. Kneeland, & John Castleman. Williams, John Petition of James Williams & John Williams asking to erect a mill on Monroe 1833 193 Tellico River. Williams, John J. Petition asking permission for John J. Williams to hawk and peddle Hardin 1833 51 without a license. (Many signatures.) Williams, John L. Petition of John J. Williams asking permission to hawk and peddle 1833 279 without a license. (73 Supporting signatures.) Williams, William Petition of Patrick Carey, editor of the Knoxville Intelligence asking Knox 1833 119 compensation for printing services. Named in petition: James Mallory, Sheriff of Stewart County, & William Williams Stewart County Court Clerk. Williamson, Petition with 50 Supporting Signatures of Thomas Williamson request Wilson 1833 248 Thomas asking for a divorce. (Wife’s name not given.) Williamsport, TN Petition of John Bullard regarding land recently incorporated into the Maury, 1833 20 Town of Williamsport. Hickman Willie, Terry H. Petition of Terry H. Willie asking for a $2000.00 loan and permission to 1833 34 sell goods without a license. Wills, (Captain) Petition of Captain Wills Company asking Francis Gordon appointment Maury 1832 102 as Justice of the Peace replacing B. Hogan. Wilson, George Petition of George Wilson, asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Ann Davidson 1833 139 Richardson Wilson. Statement of William Livingston. Also named Rhea Wilson. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 61, Section 1, Page 33.) Wilson, James Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Wilson, Joab Petition regarding a road from Denmark to Memphis. Named in Haywood 1833 101 petition: Joab Wilson. Wilson, Joab Petition of Joab Wilson asking occupant rights. Haywood 1833 252 Wilson, John Petition of William Scandland, John Graham, Amos Kirkpatrick & John Jackson 1833 271 Rose asking relief from paying interest on bond for John Wilson, Entry Taker. Also named: Samuel G. Smith. Wilson, Mary Ann Petition of George Wilson, asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Ann Davidson 1833 139 Richardson Richardson Wilson. Statement of William Livingston. Also named Rhea Wilson. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 61, Section 1, Page 33.) Wilson, Rhea Petition of George Wilson, asking for a divorce from his wife, Mary Ann Davidson 1833 139 Richardson Wilson. Statement of William Livingston. Also named Rhea Wilson. (See Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 61, Section 1, Page 33.) Wilson, Samuel Petition of Joseph Hicks, Jailer for Hawkins County asking payment of Hawkins 1833 67 fees for keeping prisoner, James Hanna. Also named in petition: Thomas Gillenwaters & Samuel Wilson. Wilson, William Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.) Winfrey, Thomas Petition of Mary Patterson asking for a divorce from her husband, Davidson 1833 142 A. Fenton Patterson. Also named: Dr. Roone & Sealy Skidmore. Statements by: William Harwell, John B. West, John B. Nugent, Thomas A. Winfrey, John T. Erwin & Jacob Rulman. (See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 263, Section 1, Page 144.) Wisdom, William Petition asking that Laney Moore, Sheriff of McNairy County, be McNairy 1833 68 S. refunded for payment of taxes while serving as sheriff. Statement of William S. Wisdom. Wolf River Petition from Fentress County asking Wolf River be cleared for Fentress 1833 151 navigation. Wolfe River Petition from Mayor and Aldermen of LaGrange against act declaring Fayette 1833 152 Wolfe River navigable. Wommack, Petition of James Womarck asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Jackson 1833 270 James Sadler Wommack. (10 Supporting Signatures.) Wommack, Jane Petition of James Womarck asking for a divorce from his wife, Jane Jackson 1833 270 Sadler Sadler Wommack. (10 Supporting Signatures.) Wood, Archibald Petition of William W. Grant regarding a land grant of his late father, Davidson 1832 135 William Grant. Named in petition: Archibald Wood & James Carlisle. Wood, George Petition of George W. Wood asking compensation for his service as Marion 1832 24 W. Sergeant of Arms at the impeachment trial of Judge Heiskell. Also named: Thomas N. Flecher. Wood, Martha Petition of Dubart S. Bourland and Mrs. Martha Wood regarding Fayette 1832 59 (Mrs.) occupant claims. Named in petition: B. Kimbro, Stephen Wood & Thomas Galloway. Wood, Stephen Petition of Dubart S. Bourland and Mrs. Martha Wood regarding Fayette 1832 59 occupant claims. Named in petition: B. Kimbro, Stephen Wood & Thomas Galloway. Woodfolk, Petition on behalf of Alfred Pursell asking authorization for him to retail Jackson 1833 82 William W. liquor without a license. Named in petition: Thomas Smith & William W. Woodfolk. Woods, Ignatius Petition of Ignatius F. Woods asking for a divorce from his wife, Susan Bedford 1833 111 F. Thompson Woods. Letter to Colonel Robert Cannon & Representative Richard Warner. Woods, Joseph Report of the Commissioners of the Penitentiary, R. C. Foster, Joseph Davidson 1832 134 Woods & Moses Ridley regarding the purchase of land for a new penitentiary. Woods, Susan Petition of Ignatius F. Woods asking for a divorce from his wife, Susan Bedford 1833 111 Thompson Thompson Woods. Letter to Colonel Robert Cannon & Representative Richard Warner. Woody, John Petition on behalf of John Woody asking that he be given permission to Roane 1832 64 hawk and peddle without a license. Woolsey, Gilbert Petition of Gilbert Woolsey asking permission to build a bridge across Greene 1833 37 the Nolichucky River. Wortham, Robert Report of the Common School Commissioners for Maury County Robert Maury 1833 125 Wortham, Chairman. Wright, John Petition of John Wright regarding land. Roane 1832 63 Wright, John Petition of John W. Lynn asking to be reimbursed for paying own doctor Fentress 1833 69 bills during the Creek Indian War. Also named in petition: Colonel Pipkin, Captain David Smith, Mr. Keel, Dr. Christian & John Wright. Statements of Joel Holbert & John Wright.

Wright, John Petition of John Wright asking permission to retail liquor without a Fentress 1833 128 license. Wyly, (Colonel) Petition of Joseph L. Burts protesting negroes working on farms without Washington 1833 93 white overseers. Named in petition: Colonel Wyly. Wyrick, Frederick Petition of Thomas Brandon, Pramer Brandon, Frederick Wyrick & Rhea 1833 238 William Wyrick regarding court cost. Court transcript included. Wyrick, William Petition of Thomas Brandon, Pramer Brandon, Frederick Wyrick & Rhea 1833 238 William Wyrick regarding court cost. Court transcript included.

Yeger, George Petition of John Beatty asking to emancipate a slave, Charles, and Davidson 1833 141 permission for him to remain in TN with his family. Also named: George Yeger & William E. Anderson. Yount, Mary Petition of Mary Payne Yount asking for a divorce from her husband, Blount 1833 188 Payne Peter Yount. (36 Supporting Signatures) Yount, Peter Petition of Mary Payne Yount asking for a divorce from her husband, Blount 1833 188 Peter Yount. (36 Supporting Signatures) Zimbold, Daniel Petition of Susan (Susannah) Whitehead Doolin asking for a divorce Franklin 1833 99 from her husband, Thomas J. Doolin. Statements by John Gowen, Joseph Hickerson, Daniel Zimbold, James Wilson, William Wilson and William Howard. Also named: Negroes: Step, Spence & Eliza. Thomas Finch, William Malgrew, Jordan Doolin, James Armstrong and Carl Crabs. (28 supporting Signatures. See also Private Acts of TN 1833, Chapter 183, Section 1, Page 98.)