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Springfield  Nov<sup>r</sup> 13<sup>th</sup> 1800  Sir I have received your letter of the
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Springfield  Nov<sup>r</sup> 13<sup>th</sup> 1800  Sir I have received your letter of the 10<sup>th</sup> ins<sup>t</sup> the Cannon powder wanted is on hand of a superior proof to what you mention.  undoubtedly the same will answer well for muskets.  It can be obtained <u>only</u> by an order from the Secretary of War or Sam<sup>l</sup> Hodgdon Esq<sup>r</sup> Intendent of Stores  I am Sir most respectfully y<sup>r</sup> Ob<sup>t</sup> ser<sup>t</sup> Jas Williams
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Stephan Higgerson Esq<sup>r</sup> Boston