Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
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Fate of the Shot & Kentledge Cast by Mr. Faesch, Etc.
Among other matters, Hodgdon announces his attention to go to Elizabeth Town and York to ascertain the fate of the shot and kentledge cast by Mr. Faesch for the use of the public.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Explanation from Mr. Glen
Hodgdon notes that Mr. Glen's explanation is enclosed so a decision will be required from McHenry.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Explaining Mr. Shute's Account
Hodgdon expresses his confusion regarding Mr. Shute's account and asks Smith to provide clarification.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expenditures at Pittsburgh, Etc.
Hodgdon observes that the money in General Nevil's hands should cover the expenditures at Pittsburgh which will prevent Major Craig from drawing elsewhere until that sum is expended.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expedition Against the Insurgents
Hodgdon discusses the operations of the War Department during the expedition against the insurgents in 1793 when the Secretary of War was absent and Colonel Hamilton was in charge.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expectations Relative to Your Pay, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses sundry aspects of Craig's account.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Estimates to an Amazing Amount, Etc.
Hodgdon assures Wilkiins that his drafts have been presented and honored.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Estimates for the Needs of Posts & For Transportation
Hodgdon provides a detailed explanation of his estimates for the posts of Georgia and Tennesseeand for transportation, with the understanding that circumstances may require additions.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Estimate Received from Major Langham
Major Langham's estimate has been received and he has drawn on Hodgdon in favor of Baker & Comiges
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Estimate Presented by Capt. Holt
Hodgdon asks McHenry to assess the propriety of Capt. [Thomas] Holt's account which has been submitted as an account offered for liquidation.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Estimate of Stationery for 1798
Letter, encloses estimate for stationery.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Erecting an Armory & Arsenal at Harpers Ferry
Hodgdon asks Brindley for advice and assistance related to the race to erect an armory and arsenal at Harpers Ferry on the Potomac.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Equipage to be Forwarded to Pittsburgh
The Commanding General has ordered the Quartermaster to forward to Pittsburgh a supply of horsemen's tents, common tents, and sheet iron for camp kettles.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Equipage for a Much Greater Number of Men
Hodgdon discusses the additonal amount of equipage that will be needed as a result of Acts and regulations made by Congress.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Entitling the Vessel to Her Freight
Capt. Eddins is asked to confirm that the articles sent to him match what is listed on the invoice and bill of lading so that the vessel will be entited to her freight.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Enclosed Check for $1000
Enclosed is a check for $1000 to cover two drafts for $500 each.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Enclosed Are Requested Estimates
Enclosed are the estimates which seem to be accurate.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Enclosed Account is of No Use in Its Present Form, Etc.
Letter, discusses account statement; mentions misplaced letter.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Enabling Muskets to be Used as Patterns
Hodgdon stipulates that muskets must be examined carefully before they can be utilized as patterns.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Drying the Clothing, Etc.
The articles in the hogshead that are missing were probably removed by those who were trying to dry the clothing after it was injured due to the neglect of the boatman.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Drafts Without Stamps, Etc.
Among other matters, Hodgdon discusses the policy regarding sending drafts with or without stamps. The Quartermaster General may receive them without stamps but the banks will not, so it is best to …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Draft Accepted & Returned
Hodgdon informs Wilson that he has accepted his draft and returned it by post.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Documents that Establish the Claim of Maryland
Enclosed are vouchers considered essential to establish the claim of Maryland against the United States for arms lost in the campaign against the insurgents in the Fall of 1794.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Distressed Proprietors Haunting Me Continually
Hodgdon entreats McHenry to help him settle the accounts of those proprietors who are constantly pressing him for payments.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Disposition of the Troops, Etc.
In addition to a discussion of the disposition of troops and problems supplying them, Hodgdon discusses a number of matters involving Colonel Sargent, Mr. Brooks, and General Washington.
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