Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
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Covered With a Thick Gloom, Etc.
Hodgdon urges Smith to see that the pattern articles of clothing reach their final destination as quickly as possible. He laments that Philadelphia is still covered with a thick gloom due to the fever …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Costs of Transportation
Letter, encloses post note re transportation costs.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Cost of Brass Ordnance & Field Carriages
Hodgdon encloses a statement showing the the probable cost of the brass ordnance and field carriages about which McHenry had inquired.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Corruption of the Court of France, Etc.
Hodgdon worries that the corruption of the Court of France will lead to war with the U.S.. The Commissioners have made their report to Congress which should soon be printed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Copper Purchased & Shipped by Thomas Pinckney
Hodgdon inquires about the location of documentation related to copper purchased and shipped by Thomas Pinckney,.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Contracts for Supplying Gun Stocks
Hodgdon informs Whitney of possible contracts related to the supply of gun stocks for public use.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Contractors Held Accountable
Contractors are held accountable for the supplies they are to furnish.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Contract Made with Mr. Starr
A sword with scabbard and belt will be sent to Mr. Starr as models for those he has been contracted to make.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Contents & Value of the Missing Box
Hodgdon cautions that one of Major Swan's ten boxes is missing and it is essential, prior to settling George Rictchie's account, to know the contents and value of the missing box.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Content of the Hogshead Intended for Lt. Horatio Dayton
Letter, encloses clothing invoice; directs clothing to be forwarded to Horatio Dayton. .
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Contagious Disease, Etc.
In addition to wanting a great deal of information on the stores with the Army, Hodgdon notes that the sickness that has been ravaging Philadelphia seems nearly done.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Condition of the Packed Clothing, Etc.
Hodgdon is surpised at Henry's comment on the condition of the clothing which was packed carefully and sent on board the Sloop "Patience," whose captain guaranteed safe delivery.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Condition & Worth of Two Horses
Letter, asks for information re condition of horses.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Concerns Regarding the Deserted State of the City
Hodgdon discusses the dangers to the public stores due to the deserted state of the city resulting from the outbreak of yellow fever. He considers the threat from France much greater than that from …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Compensation of Dr. Charles Brown for His Services to the Indians
Letter, asks for info re compensation for Dr. Charles Brown's services to the Indians; alludes to Anthony Wayne's campaign.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Commencing the Suit, Etc.
Along with the transporation of a six pounder brass cannon and carriage, Hodgdon discusses the necessity of instituting the lawsuit involving Phillps the wagoner as soon as possible.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Colors for General Washington, Etc.
Mr. Rutter has supplied one of the colors for General Washington but the other is known by Mr. Bleakley who is out of town. Reports indicate that six have been admitted to the hospital and six are …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Colonel Wilkins' Receipt
Letter, encloses John Wilkins' receipts.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing, Muskets and Accoutrements
Hodgdon sends clothing, muskets and accoutrements, per an enclosed invoice, for 50 men. He asks to be informed when the goods arrive and if they match the invoice.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing, Arms, & Accoutrments to Commence Recruiting
Hodgdon has shipped via Melancton Smith at New York the necessary clothing, arms, and accoutrements for Lieut. Leonard to begin recruiting.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing, Arms, & Accoutrements for the Recruits at New London
Hodgdon has sent to Melancton Smith at New York clothing, arms, and accoutrements to be forwarded for the recruits raised at New London, Connecticut.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing, Arms, & Accoutrements for Fifty Men
On board the schooner "Fanny Bridger" Hodgdon has shipped to Capt. Henry clothing, arms, and accoutrements for fifty men.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing, Arms, & Accoutrements for Fifty Men
Hodgdon has shipped on board the Schooner "John" clothing, arms, and accoutrements for fifty men.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing Will Be Sent as Soon as a Supply is Received.
Capt. Miller should understand why his detachment was not fully supplied with clothing since he had been ordered to march as light as possible.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing to Winchester
Hodgdon explains the means by which the clothing is to be transported to Winchester.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
