Samuel Hodgdon
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Hodgdon discusses military stores and accounting matters with Major Craig
Hodgdon expresses pleasure that navigation of the Ohio has not impeded shipments to Natchez.
Isaac Craig PapersGov. Sargent's Leave of Absence
Refers to outstanding note. Governor Sargent has obtained a leave of absence to visit his eastern friends and is expected in Philadelphia on his way to Boston, where he will attend to the business. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Forwarding Clothing
Letter and enclosures arrived, draft on account will be handed to Mr. Andrews. No mistake in destination of clothing to Limestone, Kentucky. Hodgdon supposed clothing was going to Capt. Taylor who …
James Robertson PapersExpresses Opinion on Providing Rations, Fuel, and Barracks
Having examined the records of David Ames and Robert Orr, discovers that they do not request an increase of rations, as intimated by the journal, but for an allowance of rations never before received. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Opinion about Bad Certificates
Expresses private opinion about exchange of bad certificates for good ones. Promises to answer personally for any balance due. Requests the rapid shipment of certificates.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern for Destroyed Boat with Salvaged Cargo
Expresses concern for loss of boat, but happy to hear the cargo is safe. Hopes that Sargent's articles will arrive safely and speedily. Public concerns are in motion although no decisions have been …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Quality of Cartouche Boxes and Kettles
Col. Ogden complains about the unfit cartouch boxes and camp kettles from Hunt. Requests information about standing of this issue. Admonishes Hunt for sending useless articles, and hopes there has …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Payment for Embezzled Powder to Mr. Poe
The Secretary of War has requested immediate action to pay for powder previously embezzled. Requests communication with David Poe.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Military Stores at Abandoned Fort Ronselare
Has informed Barnard Hudson of the decision to abandon the post at Fort Ranselaer [?]. Has contacted Michael Houden about securing the stores there. Concern about difficulty of transporting ordnance. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Delivery of Supplies
Has sent the articles requested in the enclosed invoice. Dealing with complaints of detention, damage, and embezzlement along the route. Requests acknowledgment of receipt. Reports loss of trunk …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Delivery of Medicines and Hospital Stores
Forwards to Col. Evin Stevens medicine and hospital stores to Niagara. Has written to Rivardi so he is apprised of their arrival. Requests that as soon as Hoduin receives them, he ship them to …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Closing Military Stores at Fort Ranselear
News of the return of the ordnance and stores at Fort Ranselear. Letter of Attorney for the last year's compensation has been presented to the Secretary of War, who expresses concern that military …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Appointed Duties; Requests Assistance
As Intendent of Stores appointed by Congress, he outlines his duties to oversee the military stores. Seeks to comply with the requisition to be aware of all people involved with military stores but …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expenses
Doesn't know cost of transporting W. King's baggage, but authorized a, "reasonable sum". Enclosed bill of articles forwarded to C. Lyman. Clothing order to be assembled and sent shortly.
James Robertson PapersError in Balancing Accounts of Quartermaster Generals
Hodgdon admits to having erred in declaring that all bills drawn on the deputies of John O'Hara, Quartermaster General of the Army, are chargeable to O'Hara prior to his resignation and after his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Encloses Receipt from Ebenezer Stevens
Encloses copy of receipt from Col. Stevens, similar to one received from Capt. George Ingersol.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Encloses Bill of Articles for Capt. Cornelius Lyman; Pleased with Recruiting Success
Does not know the amount for transportation of Mr. King's baggage. Encloses bill of articles for Capt. Cornelius Lyman. Pleased to know that recruiting continues to succeed. Hurries to ship clothing …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Enclosed Return
Discusses yearly allowance of stationary for regiments.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndEnclosed Invoice for Stationery
Enclosed invoice for stationary sent to Capt. Harrison of the North Western Territory. Requests Craig copy the invoice and send it to Cincinnati.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Invoice for Previous Shipment
Had shipped articles without the correct signed invoice; enclosed here. Requests acknowledgment of receipt.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Employment for John Kincaid
John Kincaid has no immediate employment so it was suggested he see Captain Elliot about assisting with the erection of public buildings in Philadelphia. However, he was not interested and is …
William Irvine PapersElection for State of Pennsylvania
Certificate to be printed the remnant will be forwarded to Craig. Fears gubernatorial election is against "us" (Federalists) in "this city" (Philadelphia). York and Lancaster counties "deserted" …
James Robertson PapersEffort to Supply Requested Certificates and Vouchers to Make Full Account
Hodgdon's accounts will supply requested information, and he will try to get a copy for Glen's perusal. Refers to activity of Quartermaster's Department and the requisite vouchers and bills to make a …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Effort to Settle Accounts for Stores Sent and Received at Pittsburgh; Accounting Procedures
Requests 3 general returns for all stores received at post for military, quartermaster, or Indian goods, with abstracts outlining which items were manufactured in Pittsburgh, from whom they were …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Effort to Obtain Assistance for Craig
In response to his letter, reports that Winthrow is in the employ of Mr. Harris and cannot come to Craig's assistance. Hodgdon promises to search for some other means of assistance. Remainder of …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
