Samuel Hodgdon
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Hodgdon informs Chapin that Indian annuity has been shipped
Letter, informs re shipment of Six Nations annuity; asks for notice of arrival.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionHiring Necessary Horses
Fisher is told to hire as many horses as he needs to expedite his journey and Hodgdon will provide the necessary payments for doing so.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Hint to the Secretary: No Money, No Work!
Among various supply matters, Hodgdon notes that the Secretary of War has gone to Trenton with the other Secretaries because of the threat of contagion. He has reminded the Secretary that work of an …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Hindrance of the Business of the War Office
Hodgdon tells General Irvine that if he cannot exchange the silver for bank notes, he should keep it until some other arrangement can be made. The poor health of the Secretary of War [McHenry] …
William Irvine PapersHeavy Ordnance for Posts in Your State
Hodgdon discusses the arms and military stores shipped to De Saussure as well as heavy ordnance intended for posts in his state.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Heavy Cannon to Their Several Destinations
Hodgdon compliments Capt. Elliott for the dispatch with which he has sent the heavy cannon to their several southern destinations. He notes that Elliott will soon be asked to superintend a laboratory …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Hastening the Settlement of Your Account
Hodgdon assures Craig that he will do what he can to hasten the settlement of his account. Gin blocks are ordered and should be on their way shortly.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Has Received Letter; Encloses Account; Promises Attention
Acknowledges receipt of several late favors. Encloses the requested account. Promises his best attention, advice, and information as soon as he can collect it.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Hard Weather Flags & Powder
Capt. Elliott requests two hard weather flags and a further supply of powder.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Half the Stationery Will Be Sufficient
Hodgdon stresses that half the requested supply of stationery will be sufficient for the post at Knoxville.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Guns Transported from Providence to Southern Posts
Hodgdon orders that sixteen of the best twenty-four pound guns be transported from Providence to four southern posts.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Guns To Be Shipped to South Carolina
As soon as transportation can be procured, guns are to be transported via New York to South Carolina. If the carriages are in good repair, they should also be sent.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Guns Have Reached Their Destination
Hodgdon assures Secretary of the Treasury Wolcott that he has done everything in his power to ensure that the guns have reached their destination.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Guns for St. Clair's Expedition, Etc.
Hodgdon has not received instructions respecting the building at Carlisle and he notes that it will take time to obtain the materials to make the necessary repairs. The sickness [fever] has affected …
William Irvine PapersGuns Adapted for Ship Use
Hodgdon inquires as to the uniformity of the dimensions and weight of the four pounder iron guns at West Point and whether they and their carriages can be adapted for ship use.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Gun Stocks Sent to West Point
Hodgdon discusses the price, transportation, and storage of the gun stocks sent to West Point.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Gun Stocks for the Public Manufactory at Springfield
Letter, asks for gun stocks & iron; discusses arms manufacture.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Great Council Arrangement for the Army, Etc.
In addition to welcoming Wilkins to Philadelphia, Hodgdon observes that the President will soon speak to Congress relative to the Great Council arrangement of the Army.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Goods for the Wyandots & Pottawatomies, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses the Indian goods intended for the Wyandot and Pottowatomie tribes. Colonel Winthrop Sargent apparently will be confirmed by the Senate as Governor of the Mississippi government.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Goods & Presents to Certain Indian Tribes
Letter, advises re shipment of Indian presents; advises re money for commanding officers.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Getting Tents & Camp Kettles, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses sundry aspects of Wilkins' account including the immediate acquisition of tents and camp kettles and the payment of $500 to Capt. Ernest which will be credited to Wilkins' account.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.General's Looking Glasses, Transportation of Hamilton's Furniture, Etc.
Letter, discusses military stores; mentions Spanish posts.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.General Stores Wanting for Vessels on the Lakes
The Quartermaster General has requested an estimate of the stores needed for the vessels on the lakes so it is enclosed for McHenry's order.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.General Return of Ordnance & Stores
Hodgdon is compiling a return of all ordnance and stores for the use of the Commander in Chief and the Secretary of War .He orders those who, like Stevens, are in charge of such articles to provide …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
