Document Type

Correspondence

Abstract

This document details the personal traveling expenses incurred by George C. Sibley between May 1825 and November 1827 while serving as a commissioner for the "Mexican Road" (Santa Fe Trail) project. The report itemizes costs for multiple journeys between his home at Fort Osage and locations such as St. Louis, Jefferson City, and Fayette to meet with the Board of Commissioners and surveyors.

Key financial details include:

  • Lodging and Services: The ledger records frequent payments at establishments such as McCafferty's, Sexton's, Pitman's, Ford's, and various ferries. Logistics: Costs include horse hire, stage fare, express mail services, and "hire of a Hack" to transport Sibley home when he was "Lame & Sick".

  • Supplies: Expenditures are listed for stationary, fuel, room rentals, and a thermometer.

  • Personnel Support: The report includes funds to defray travel expenses for the "Road party" and specific individuals like Andrew Carson.

The total amount claimed and sworn to by Sibley is $209.87½, which he attests was allowed and paid by the Mexican Road Commissioners.

Publication Date

9-1827

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