Joseph Leacock
5 documents
Construction of Fuses
Joseph Leacock warns that great mischief is frequently done for lack of knowledge in the construction of fuses for bombshells, hand grenades, and other ordnance. It would be useful for Hodgdon to meet …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)My Machine for Proving Powder
Leacock extols the benefits of proving public powder using his machine. He feels he deserves a contract and a patent for his new device.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Samples of Gunpowder for Adjusting the New Pendulum
In order to adjust the new pendulum, Leacock is applying to Hodgdon for samples of domestic and imported powder from several casks. The samples should be tested at various distances. Leacock also …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Replacing Mr. Rittenhouse in Adjusting the Pendulum-Proof
Hodgdon's knowledge of gunpowder induces Leacock to ask him to replace Mr. Rittenhouse in adjusting the pendulum-proof. It will not take much time and will ensure that the proper adjustments are made …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)My Invention Merits Adoption, Etc.
Colonel Gurney is anxious to try Leacock's machine in his store because he believes Leacock's invention merits adoption. Leacock laments that old age has afflicted his body and the ravages of fire …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
