Samuel Hodgdon
2434 documents
Reports of Arrival of Muskets to Baltimore; Requests Delivery to Philadelphia
The Secretary of Treasury has informed the Secretary of War of arrival of 24 cases of muskets in Baltimore from Hamburgh, according to directions from Mr. Pitkin to Mr. King. Requests him to send the …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports News of Indians Departing, Gen. Wilksin Arriving, Decision on Stevens Retiring, Death of James Miller's Wife
Reports that Indians will sail on a vessel from Orleans. He expects General Wilkinson with news. Swans has assigned apartments. The decision on Stevens's request to retire will be known soon.The …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Negotiations for Stevens's Salary; Inquires about Bell Tents
Approves Stevens's salary request. Expresses support for Stevens and his work at the assigned post. Reports the building of bell tents and wonders if Stevens knows anything about their construction.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Need to Pay Outstanding Debts
Must take care of some outstanding debts.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Navigation is Open; Will Send Shipments
Pleased to learn that navigation is now free and that stores for lower posts can be forwarded. Ensign Cook's letter will be forwarded.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Loss of Key to Mr. Smith's Store; Injury and Ruin of Stores
The key to Mr. Smith's store has not been returned. This will cost the US. Requests return of key. Smith is not entitled to the rent already received. He has removed stores for his own accommodation. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Loan of Arms to New York; Requires Receipt and Return
Refers to loan of arms from Houdin's store to New York. Asks Houdin to thank whoever delivered and received the arms. Requests receipt and all particular information. Reports his intention to collect …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports List of Returns, Gen. Hamilton's Letter, Musket Cartridges, Field Artillery at Springfield
Missing list of returns and supplies. Commissions for services are included in salaries. Is glad that General Hamilton has written to the Secretary of War in Stevens's behalf. Will forward materials …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Lack of Clothing in Store; Recommends Mr. Billington to Inspect Clothing at Busk Hill
Reports that it is most likely that not much clothing remains in store nor is expected soon. Suitable stores cannot be procured at New Castle. Reports danger of contagious ague and fever in the city. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Failure of Payment from Captain McKnight; Suspends Harris's Account
Reports that Captain McKnight has not been by to sign receipts. Has thereby suspended Harris's account. Requests knowledge as to how to proceed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Events--Bills, Canal, Yellow Fever
Hopes Annelly will be able to pay note for Mr. Taylor. Refers to progress of canal. Encourages him to be steady in defense of democracy. Refers to bad conduct of Small. Admires progress with building, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Efforts to Procure Musket Stocks
Reports delivery of musket stocks to Robert McCormick. It is too difficult to know the total number on hand in store. Refers to stocks at Harper's Ferry and Springfield. Hodgdon has no agency nor …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Draft for Captain Turner's Brother
Reports draft for Captain Turner's brother, to be placed in Craig's debit. Requests that his account be charged accordingly/
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Delivery of Muskets from Vermont to Albany with Proper Storage and Inspection
The Secretary of Treasury has ordered that muskets made in Vermont be stored at Albany. Requests that they be delivered and stored appropriately. Muskets will be inspected by whomever the Secretary …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Delivery of Musket Stocks
Refers to order of musket stocks sent at the earliest convenience. Hopes the business at hand thrives and that the examination of the manufacture passes successfully.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Delivery of Clothing; Questions Accounts for Medical & Military Supplies
Encloses requested return. Regrets that his plan is not in complete operation. Reports that clothing has been delivered to the quartermaster to forward to the respective regimental paymasters. The …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Deaths, Presumably Not from Yellow Fever
Refers to letter from Capt. Irish. Reports that Col. Stevens is not allowed to retire and that negotiations are being made for his salary. Refers to bill for Capt. Lyman and 2 or 3 recent deaths, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Construction Plans for Laboratory and Arsenal
Has made great effort to make full estimate of contemplated building construction. Reports that it will take more time than anticipated, and the lateness of the season and destitute state of …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Concern about Marching Troops, Clothing, Purveyor, Quartermaster General
Has not heard about the Quartermaster General's arrival.Is surprised that troops are marching from Pittsburgh to Bristol--considers it "retrograde with a vengeance." Is also surprised at Craig's …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Completion of Galley and Preparation to Sail.
Reports that the galley is completed and Mr. Ownes has been discharged. Will immediately equip the galley in preparation to descend the river in good water. Nothing of import to communicate; General …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Cash Advances, Iron, Steel, Water Transportation
Provides cash advances according to estimates provided. Includes statements. Refers to spring and different modes of doing business and transportation. Has purchased the iron and steel. Is preparing a …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Cartouche Boxes
Reports that there are 15,000 cartouch boxes at various posts. 35,000 are needed to supply 50,000 men. Many returned may not be suitable. Suggests awarding a contract for 40,000 to create a full …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Carbines Proved, Cleaned, and Repaired
Has caused 100 carbines to be proved, repaired, and cleaned. Reports number of cartridges in the magazine.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Arrival of Vouchers; Requests List of Detachments and Regiments
Secretary of Treasury informs that vouchers for stores received and delivered by James Seagrove were delivered to McHenry's office. Requests delivery to Hodgdon's office. Requests information about …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports all Information about Military Clothing to go to Purveyor
Has shown their letter to the Secretary of War, who instructs them that all clothing business comes under the Purveyor.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
