Samuel Hodgdon
2434 documents
Request for money, forwarding of specie, horse supplies
According to the Commissary of Military Stores, Secretary Hamilton admits only $2500 to be forwarded in specie; the remainder in bank notes. Mentions silver part of remittance and subsequent moiety of …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.Request for Assistance to Bearer of Public Letters
The bearer has public letters to Pittsburg and Fort Washington. Hodgdon directs him to return a public horse. Asks Craig to provide assistance in providing assistance to enable him to proceed …
James Robertson PapersRequest for Assistance
Requests Craig assist Armorer in getting "forward", transporting baggage, and assisting his family.
James Robertson PapersRental charges incurred by War Department
List of rent charges incurred by War Department, owed to John Steinmetz. The list is provided by the Commissary of Military Stores.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Regarding Vouchers, Monies, Mr. Read, End of War
Discussion on vouchers and monies drawn. All calls for monies must be very explicit and accurate. Hodgdon also wishes for end to the War. Mentions Thomas Martin's wagon, which has set off for …
James Robertson PapersRegarding the Receipt and Management of Clothing for the Army
Discusses the procedures for disposition and accounting for clothing for army.
James Robertson PapersRegarding the duties of bearer, Mr. Henley
Mentions the bearer as Mr. Henley, who goes forward to serve with Army as conductor of military stores. He is to deliver to Craig a horse, saddle, bridle, and cloth. Pays respects to Mrs. Craig, the …
James Robertson PapersRegarding Secretary of War Request for Vouchers and List of Outstanding Debts
Secretary of War directs that vouchers be forwarded with list of outstanding debts.
James Robertson PapersRegarding issue of warrants
Says he was assured by Colonel Hamilton that a warrant should issue for a part of the balance due. Has sent repeatedly.
James Robertson PapersRegarding General Account on Basis of Vouchers
Has make out general account from vouchers on hand. Balance against Craig until more of advances taken up by full settlement. Encloses current account.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Censure for Lack of Preparations and Tardiness of Stever
Hodgdon notes that he is happy to state that no censure is due to any involved in preparing or transporting public stores. Stever alone was tardy, and he will be refused any further employment by way …
James Robertson PapersRegarding accounts and vouchers
Discusses accounts. Will make last entries in general statement. Vouchers will arrive shortly; upon arrival will close accounts. Wrote previous day by Mr. Henley. Have been very busy.
James Robertson PapersRegarding Accounts
Was glad that money forwarded was safely at hand. Discusses Mr. Read. Asks to deliver enclosed letters and sends respects to Mrs. Craig and family.
James Robertson PapersProcedure for Advances in Western Territory
Mr. Lanclive left for Philadelphia on previous day on return to Western Territory. Mr. Colesworthy made a mistake in accounting. Describes procedures for future conduct of transactions in the …
James Robertson PapersPersonal Sentiments
Enclosed letter to his wife to be forwarded. Muses over friendship and personal matters.
James Robertson PapersOn the Difficulty of Procuring Money
Hodgdon notes difficulty of procuring money and apologizes for any delay, difficulty or embarrassment caused.
James Robertson PapersOn Money Forwarded, and the Beauty of a Particular Place
Discusses the forwarding of money; should not suffer any inconvenience for want of money. Remembers the spot that O'Hara describes and notes its beauty.
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.Major Craig's Invoice of Military Stores
The Commissary of Military Stores encloses Major Isaac Craig's invoice of military and Quarter Master stores to Secretary Knox. The invoice was said to be missing. Supplies include cutting knives, gun …
James Robertson PapersLetter to Quartermaster General
The Commissary of Military Stores discusses requests for money. Expresses happiness that General Anthony Wayne and his troops are comfortably quartered. Expects army to operate early in spring. …
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.Letter from Samuel Hodgdon to William Knox on vindication of his character from every intended aspersion
Samuel Hodgdon acknowledges receipt of William Knox's letter. Hodgdon notes that he will come prepared in every particular to vindicate his character. [presumably related to questions regarding …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
