Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
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Goods for the Wyandots & Pottawatomies, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses the Indian goods intended for the Wyandot and Pottowatomie tribes. Colonel Winthrop Sargent apparently will be confirmed by the Senate as Governor of the Mississippi government.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Goods & Presents to Certain Indian Tribes
Letter, advises re shipment of Indian presents; advises re money for commanding officers.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Getting Tents & Camp Kettles, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses sundry aspects of Wilkins' account including the immediate acquisition of tents and camp kettles and the payment of $500 to Capt. Ernest which will be credited to Wilkins' account.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.General's Looking Glasses, Transportation of Hamilton's Furniture, Etc.
Letter, discusses military stores; mentions Spanish posts.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.General Stores Wanting for Vessels on the Lakes
The Quartermaster General has requested an estimate of the stores needed for the vessels on the lakes so it is enclosed for McHenry's order.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.General Return of Ordnance & Stores
Hodgdon is compiling a return of all ordnance and stores for the use of the Commander in Chief and the Secretary of War .He orders those who, like Stevens, are in charge of such articles to provide …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Garrison Flags
Letter, asks for materials for Garrison flags.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Further Supply of Muskets & Military Stores
A further supply of muskets and military stores is being sent to Habersham at Savannah
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Furnishing a Recruiting Party at Charlotte
Because there is so little intercourse with North Carolina, Hodgdon asks Simmons to take responsiblity for transporting supplies to the recruiting party at Charlotte.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Freight of the Guns
Hodgdon has met with Captain Le Homedieu about abatement of the freight for the guns. Le Homedieu complained about this prospect so Hodgdon orders Smith to settle with the owner in New York.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Forwarding Twelve-Pounders & Shells to Philadelphia
Hodgdon recommends that recently forged twelve-pounders and shells be brought to Philadelphia immediately.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Forwarding the Articles in the Enclosed Invoice
The articles in the enclosed invoice are being forwarded from Philadelphia to Capt. Irvine's address at this time.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Forwarding the Arms, Accoutrements, & Clothing
Hodgdon informs Capt. Read that his arms, accoutrements, and clothing are being forwarded to him by Peter Hunt of Trenton.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Forwarding the 24 Pounders to Savannah
Hodgdon informs Stoddert of the means by which the 24 pounders were forwarded to John Habersham in Savannah.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Forwarding of Gun Stocks
Given the advancement of the season, Hodgdon believes it is necessary for Jackson to pay the freight on the shipment of gun stocks to his address.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Forwarding Goods which Are Essential to the Treaty
Hodgdon hopes that Phillips has refunded the money needed to forward the goods necessary to the treaty, so that the load can now be on its way to its destination.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Forwarding a Box of Charleville Muskets
Hodgdon apoligizes for what he deems the mortifying delay in the shipment of a box of Charleville muskets intended for Dexter.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Forty Five Deaths are Reported
Among other matters, Hodgdon reports that the sickness that is ravaging Philadelphia has claimed 45 more lives although he and his family continue to be well.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Forty Dollars for Jacob Death
Hodgdon alerts Craig that Jacob Death has been paid is is returning to his post.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.First at Sea if the Political Horizon Thickens
Hodgdon assures Truxton that as many articles as are available will be forwarded to his ship and the rest will arrive as they come to hand. He adds that he hopes Truxton's ship will be the first at …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Files, Pod Augers, & Ship Saws, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses sundry supplies being sent to Major Craig at Pittsburgh.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Files Offered for Sale
Hodgdon discusses files that are offered for sale at reasonable terms and recommends purchasing them for the new armory.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Fifty Chests Made of Common Dimensions, Etc.
Among other matters, Briant is ordered to have on hand fifty chests with common dimensions, suited to hold 25 muskets and bayonets when filled.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Federalism is Completely Triumphant, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses sundry supply and political matters and reports on the fever in Philadelphia which seemed to have abated but deaths continue to plague the city.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Fearful of Sums Being Drawn from the Missing Money
Letter, discusses missing money; mentions that the Postmaster General's office is checking the dead letters.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
