Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
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Claghorne's Responsibilites and Salary
06/18/1798 LetterbookClaghorne received the letter of McHenry, the Secretary of War, informing him that his duties as a contractor have ceased for some some time and that his salary had ended on April 1st. Claghorne …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Certification of Military Service
07/04/1798 Autograph Document SignedEncloses a certificate that testifies to the service of Jonathan Phillips as a Lieutenant in the Corps of Artificers during the Revolutionary War, at which time he served with "faithfulness and …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Advice on Name
08/23/1798 Letter SignedEncloses invoice for goods for Lieutenant Leonard, Windsor, Vermont. Requested advice on the Lieutenants last "name" (referring to Windsor). Hopes is unsure if its his last name or if its the name …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Accounts
09/30/1798 LetterbookSending a return for the stores at Shepherdstown and accounts since January 1st. The whole money will be paid to Hodgdon. Also included is an estimate of money required for the next quarter. …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Accept and Return Draft
09/01/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentForwards an enclosed letter and requests return receipt. Requested money as well.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
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08/22/1798 Letter SignedDirects the delivery of arms and accoutrements for two detachments of Marines ordered to be sent to vessels.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Works project at Harper's Ferry
01/28/1799 LetterbookStates that he will soon enclose an abstract of articles purchased by the Secretary of War for the public works at Harper's Ferry. John Harris will be held accountable for the due application thereof.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Works project at Governor's Island
01/03/1799 LetterbookDescribes works project at Governor's Island, New York, fortified as part of an extensive coastal defense system. Includes articles needed to be purchased.
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Want of clothing for Capt. Stilles' company
11/07/1799 Autograph Letter SignedWrites that he has been requested by Col. Stevens to inform him that Capt. Stilles' company of artillerists and engineers is in want of clothing, listing the specific articles.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187) 
Troop conditions in Portland
04/15/1799 LetterbookWrites that he understands that his troops stationed in Portland have been authorized to receive a greater quantity of clothing than what is annually allowed to them by law. Reiterates the absolute …
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Travel from Philadelphia to New York
11/08/1799 Autograph Letter SignedWrites that sister Lucy is desirous of returning home from Philadelphia and asks Hodgdon to find someone who may be coming to New York to accompany her. Says that any expenses may be charged to his …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187) 
Supplies at the Governor's Island fortifications
02/22/1799 LetterbookStatement by the New York Agent of the War Department on the supplies at the fortification at Governor's Island. Mentions muskets and bayonets.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Supplies and a Letter of Introduction
06/02/1799 LetterbookWriting for Ebenzer Stevens, encloses receipts and other documents related to supplies. He hopes for a response regarding the supplies needed for General Hamilton. Sands is contemplating sending his …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Sundry returns from officers of artillerists and infantry
08/23/1799 LetterbookEncloses sundry returns from the officers of several regiments of artillerists and infantry. States that he will handle the distribution of coats and vests for artillerists, but requests that the …
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Sundry returns from General Hamilton
10/25/1799 Autograph Letter SignedEncloses sundry returns from General Hamilton. Hamilton wishes particular attention be paid to Fort Niagara, which needs quarter master stores supplied without delay.
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Sundry returns for Detroit and Fort Niagara
11/05/1799 Autograph Letter SignedEncloses sundry returns for the posts of Detroit and Fort Wayne.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187) 
Sundry returns for Col. Stevens
12/09/1799 LetterbookEncloses sundry returns of ordinance on behalf of Col. Ebenezer Stevens
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Stores and Contracts
12/30/1799 LetterbookDiscusses business with the Superintendent of Military Stores; packages at Mr. McDaniel's store.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Stevens' Salary, Purchase of Sugar
07/23/1799 LetterbookStates that he has not yet received word from the Secretary concerning his salary; discusses account balances.
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Sister Safely Arrived, Ship Bound for Algiers
11/15/1799 Autograph Letter SignedHappily informs him of his sister Lucy's safe arrival from Philadelphia to New York. The business with the powder continues, prices are in flux. Writes that he has commenced loading the ship for …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187) 
Shot and Clothing
12/21/1799 LetterbookDiscusses clothing and other articles. Shot bring produced at Hope's furnace but not yet in sufficient quantities. Mentions vessels headed to Savannah, on which articles can be forwarded.
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Returns of clothing and quarter master stores
10/31/1799 Autograph Letter SignedEncloses two returns of clothing and quarter master stores wanted for the 15th Regiment of Infantry. States that there are considerable deficiencies of shirts and woolen overalls, a problem as the …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187) 
Return of stores wanted for Lieutenant Leonard
06/29/1799 LetterbookEnclosed a return of stores wanted for a detachment under the command of Lieutenant Leonard.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Return of stores to be shipped to New Orleans
10/23/1799 LetterbookWrites that he will be unable to formulate a return of stores to be shipped to New Orleans in the timely manner that Hodgdon requests.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
Return of Public Stores
06/04/1799 LetterbookEncloses a return of public stores that may be wanted for the department, including tents, kettles, knapsacks, canteens, cartridge boxes, etc. Reminds Hodgdon that when two companies are deployed to …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)
