Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
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Judging the Shot & Kentledge
The Secretary of War has acknowledged Hodgdon's letter regarding the shot and kentledge cast by John and Jacob Faesch. Since Hodgdon is the person designated to examine them and judge their …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)John Willkins Appointed Quarter Master General to Legion of United States.
Appointment as Quarter Master General to Legion of United States. Upon acceptance join Army as an officer.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)John Ogburn, Discharged for Being Under the Age Required by Law
Sealed authorized warrant for S. Lewis lately reimbursed by J. Osborn for his bounty and clothing. Osborn was discharged due to his age and therefore owed the government money.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)John L. Hinecker Not Mentioned on the Pay Roll
Dayton has not included John L. Hinecker in the transmitted pay roll because he is unsure of the amount of time he had already been enlisted.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)John Heth Travelling With a Number of Indian Chiefs, Etc.
General Wilkerson has arrived on his way to Philadelphia and Captain John Heth is expected on his journey to the same city with a party including a number of Indian chiefs. Craig is required to equip …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Isaac Craig report of shipment of medicines, request for remittance, report on election of Electors, military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
Major Craig lamented that medicines destined for Greenville, Miami and Detroit will not reach destination until spring. Also requested a considerable remittance from Samuel Hodgdon. Craig informed …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Is There Room in the Wagons for Soldiers' Clothing?
The Secretary of War wants to know whether there will be room in the return wagons to Knoxville for soldiers' clothing intended for the troops in that quarter while reserving space for Captain Wade's …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Invoice of clothing, arms, accoutrements, camp equipage, ammunition from Philadelphia
Invoice of clothing, arms, accoutrement, camp equipage, and ammunition from Philadelphia forwarded for the use of the Militia Army form 11 Sept to 31 Oct 1794
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Invoice for Lead Shipped on Board the "Kazia"
Invoice for bars of lead shipped on board the sloop "Kazia" bound for Philadelphia, Thomas Doggett, Master. Signed by Ebenezer Breed in Boston on 09/04/1796.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Indisposition of the Quartermaster General, Etc.
The last draft of Latting & Deal has been paid. It should have been remitted before now but the indisposition of the Quartermaster General prevented obtaining a small acount for a freight of goods to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Indians Have Received More than Their Share, Etc.
In a discussion of many other matters, Houdin regrets the mistake that was not his own but resulted in the Indians receiving more than their share of supplies. He is certain that he is not expected to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Ice on the River Rquired Us to Continue by Land
Upon arrival at Frenchtown, Morris found it impossible to continue on the river that was blocked by ice for six miles. He will continue by land which might entail additional expense but will endeavor …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)I Need Additional Pay to Support Myself, Etc.
Amidst a discussion of a number of supply matters, Houdin entreats Hodgdon to make his case before Congress for additional pay without which he will find it difficult to support himself. He also wants …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horses for Sinclair & Heth's Indian Chiefs
Colonel O'Hara will be notifed that he needs to answer Hodgdon's letter. Three horses have been furnished to General Sinclair for his journey to Philadelphia and sixteen horses, equipped with saddles …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horsemen's Tents to West Point
"Please to have forwarded to West Point for the use of the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers four horsemen's tents."
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horsemen's Swords in Place of Sergeant's Swords
As directed by Major Hodgdon, the following items are forwarded to Captain Gibson at Staunton: swords with belts, a drum and fife, a horseman's tent, common tents, camp kettles, axes, and gun powder. …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Healthy Horses for a Long Journey
Wade is certain that Colonel Hodgdon will not be backward in furnishing him with horses sufficiently strong and healthy to endure a long journey in which severe weather is likely.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Goods Have Arrived with Additional Powder & Flints
The goods consigned to Chapin have arrived with additional amounts of powder and flints. He has no knowledge of Captain Hand but the goods have arrived at Geneva, sixteen miles east of Canandaigua. No …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Goods Forwarded to a Detachment for Their Private Use
Rochefontaine assures Hodgdon that whenever he encloses to Rochefontaine invoices of goods forwarded to a detachment of the Corps for their private use, but charged to the Corps at large, he will make …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Goods for the Chickasaw Indians
Mr. Francis has been directed to purchase and deliver to Hodgdon three thousand dollars worth of goods for the Chickasaw Indians. The Secretary of War requests those goods forwarded to Major Craig at …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)General Estimate of the Expenses of the Accountant's Officer
In order for the Secretary of War to provide a general estimate of the expenses of the War Department, Simmons is directed to report the number of clerks, with their salaries, needed to carry out the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)General Anthony Wayne's Death, Etc.
It was known that General Wayne had arrived in Presqu'Isle eleven days ago with the gout but now Balfour announces that he has died. He will receive all the honors due him and he will be interred …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Geddes Left Yesterday for West Point, Etc.
Dayton encloses the pay and muster rolls for his men. Lieutenant Geddes left for West Point.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Furnace on Blast & Ready to Proceed with Casting the Guns
Dacosta inquires about the trunions that were to be forwarded by Mr. King. They are urgently needed since the furnace is currently in blast mode ready to proceed with casting the guns. The …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
