Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
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Musings of Maria Hodgdon
Maria discusses the whereabouts of her brother and wonders about the news of the political world and new appointments to replace those worthy characters who have been dismissed. She wants to know …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Murder of an Indian, Etc.
Major Craig discusses postage problems with Samuel Hodgdon. Craig also mentions the murder of an Indian by a local man and the impending trial.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Mr. Skinner Moved from West Liberty, Etc.
Mr. Skinner has moved from West Liberty so Smith was unable to see him. John Easton's friends expect him to travel to Philadelphia by sea from New Orleans. Enclosed is a letter to the Purveyor of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Mr. Lyman's Health is Critical, Etc.
Enclosed is an estimate of the expenditures of the Armory for November. Mr. Lyman's condition is critical and he is confined to his bed. Hodgdon's wishes for his improved health are gratefully …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Moving to a Healthier Location, Etc.
Hagner asks for a loan of $150 in post notes which he will repay at the end of the month. Hissituation requires a constant supply of casks. His office is to be moved from the building he currently …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Moving the Military Stores to a State Arsenal, Etc.
Military stores belonging to the United States are kept in a wooden building along with combustible articles for which the rent is $500 per annum. Stevens has obtained permission from the legislature …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Moving My Family As Soon As Possible
Hagner announces that when he arrives in Philadelphia he intends to remove his family from that city. He has written to the purveyor, Mr. Whelen, and asked him to provide transportation for his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Moving Military Stores from Our Storehouse
Hollingsmith declares that in his storehouse are some military stores--including three hogsheads, some bundles of canteens, and a bundle of knapsacks--which came from Philadelphia. He would be glad to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Moving from Philadelphia to Washington
President Adams has directed that the public offices attached to the seat of government should be removed from Philadelphia and relocated to the City of Washington. Simmons should arrange the affairs …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Mistake of One Thousand Dollars, Etc.
$1000 in post notes on account of the Armory have been received direct from the southward. Williams admits that Hodgdon's identification of a $1000 mistake is accurate. An error of such magnitude …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Military Stores to Fort Independence, Etc.
Williams has received the order to forward the military stores to Fort Independence at Boston which will be attended to. The sheet lead is not on hand. The lead he has on hand is in barns throughtout …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Military Stores On Hand & Delivered at Carlisle
Chart showing military stores on hand and delivered since 1st of June 1798 to January 1800 at Carlisle. Included are blunderbusses, tomahawks, and pikes.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Military Land Lottery
Major Craig discusses the military land lottery with Samuel Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Memo re the Purchase of a Horse.
Swan says he informed General Wilkins in Philadelphia. Left the horse and General Wilkins said he would inquire upon his return from Pittsburg, which as in August 1799.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Materials for Manufacturing Charleville Muskets
Enclosed is the statement of Jacob Dukert's account of materials received from Tench Francis, the late purveyor, for the purpose of manufacturing Charleville Muskets for the United States. The balance …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Major Buell's Charge for Double Rations
Hamilton states that Major Buell's charge for double rations is irregular since his post is part of the fortifications of Detroit and cannot be called a distinct post. This case is different from that …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Lyman is Dangerously Sick, Etc.
Williams will contact Major Buel to request a return of all articles wanted for recruits. A return of the articles from Oxford will soon be furnished if Williams' health allows it. Samuel Lyman is …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Loss of Recollection of Prior Transactions, Etc.
Major Elias Langham has informed Bedinger that he has long since forwarded his account to Hodgdon which included an amount due Bedinger for the money that he advanced to the United States. Bedinger …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)List of Monies Due Absentees
Chart showing monies due absentees with payments made by Lt. John M. Lovell, Paymaster on the Mississippi, 1798 & 1799, for a total sum of $331.53.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Liklihood of Desertion for Men Without Uniforms , Etc.
Cass declares that he is at Harpers Ferry because of the orders of Major General Hamilton to recruit four companies for the old infantry regiment. He has made handsome progress and in several weeks …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Letter reporting that there are no inconsistencies in accounts
Miller states that accounts which have passed through his hands will be found to contain nothing inconsistent with principles of justice and economy which have sanctioned admission of similar …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Letter on accounts and request for use of a public horse
Enclosed bill from McGhee for the Secretary of War. Requested a public horse for his use as Hooker's horse "kicked the bucket". Mentioned health of Henley's mare and bull.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Letter from Return Jonathan Meigs
Mentioned obtaining a furlough to visit his family, and while Meigs was away returns would be made by I. Shieffelin who was appointed assistant. Mentioned the promotion of Wilkinson and death of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Letter Citation
Cited in Williams to Hodgdon, 12/24/1800. Williams has received fifteen hundred dollars in post notes on account of the Armory. This is the first remittance on the estimate for November.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Letter Citation
Cited in Williams to Hodgdon, 12/24/1800. Enclosed is the return of clothing received of Jonathan Jackson belonging to the disbanded 15th Regiment. $1500 came to hand as expected and Williams hopes to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
