Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
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Inquires about Number, Contents of Hogsheads Sent to Oswego, Niagara
Wants to know about the marks and number of hogsheads used for conveyance of clothing from Albany to northern posts of Oswego and Niagara. Wants to know if each hogshead contained a list of its …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Information from Captain Houdin about Mr. Hudson
Has received information from Captain Houdin on Mr. Hudson's business; requests direction of how to proceed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Information from Captain Houdin about Mr. Hudson
Enclosed letter from Captain Houdin provides information on Mr. Hudson, calling for future instruction.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Information about Gubernatorial Election, Stevens's Compensation, Cash & Fur
Refers to commotion of coming election with concern for the peace and security of the common wealth. Seeks to elect James Ross governor. Refers to case of Stevens in New York. The Quartermaster …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Information about Clothing Contract and Additional Orders
Encloses statement showing what clothing is on contract with an order for the additional regiment.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Gov. Sargent's Leave of Absence
Refers to outstanding note. Governor Sargent has obtained a leave of absence to visit his eastern friends and is expected in Philadelphia on his way to Boston, where he will attend to the business. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Opinion on Providing Rations, Fuel, and Barracks
Having examined the records of David Ames and Robert Orr, discovers that they do not request an increase of rations, as intimated by the journal, but for an allowance of rations never before received. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Opinion about Bad Certificates
Expresses private opinion about exchange of bad certificates for good ones. Promises to answer personally for any balance due. Requests the rapid shipment of certificates.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern for Destroyed Boat with Salvaged Cargo
Expresses concern for loss of boat, but happy to hear the cargo is safe. Hopes that Sargent's articles will arrive safely and speedily. Public concerns are in motion although no decisions have been …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Quality of Cartouche Boxes and Kettles
Col. Ogden complains about the unfit cartouch boxes and camp kettles from Hunt. Requests information about standing of this issue. Admonishes Hunt for sending useless articles, and hopes there has …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Payment for Embezzled Powder to Mr. Poe
The Secretary of War has requested immediate action to pay for powder previously embezzled. Requests communication with David Poe.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Military Stores at Abandoned Fort Ronselare
Has informed Barnard Hudson of the decision to abandon the post at Fort Ranselaer [?]. Has contacted Michael Houden about securing the stores there. Concern about difficulty of transporting ordnance. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Delivery of Supplies
Has sent the articles requested in the enclosed invoice. Dealing with complaints of detention, damage, and embezzlement along the route. Requests acknowledgment of receipt. Reports loss of trunk …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Delivery of Medicines and Hospital Stores
Forwards to Col. Evin Stevens medicine and hospital stores to Niagara. Has written to Rivardi so he is apprised of their arrival. Requests that as soon as Hoduin receives them, he ship them to …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Closing Military Stores at Fort Ranselear
News of the return of the ordnance and stores at Fort Ranselear. Letter of Attorney for the last year's compensation has been presented to the Secretary of War, who expresses concern that military …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expresses Concern about Appointed Duties; Requests Assistance
As Intendent of Stores appointed by Congress, he outlines his duties to oversee the military stores. Seeks to comply with the requisition to be aware of all people involved with military stores but …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Encloses Receipt from Ebenezer Stevens
Encloses copy of receipt from Col. Stevens, similar to one received from Capt. George Ingersol.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Encloses Bill of Articles for Capt. Cornelius Lyman; Pleased with Recruiting Success
Does not know the amount for transportation of Mr. King's baggage. Encloses bill of articles for Capt. Cornelius Lyman. Pleased to know that recruiting continues to succeed. Hurries to ship clothing …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Enclosed Invoice for Previous Shipment
Had shipped articles without the correct signed invoice; enclosed here. Requests acknowledgment of receipt.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Effort to Supply Requested Certificates and Vouchers to Make Full Account
Hodgdon's accounts will supply requested information, and he will try to get a copy for Glen's perusal. Refers to activity of Quartermaster's Department and the requisite vouchers and bills to make a …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Effort to Settle Accounts for Stores Sent and Received at Pittsburgh; Accounting Procedures
Requests 3 general returns for all stores received at post for military, quartermaster, or Indian goods, with abstracts outlining which items were manufactured in Pittsburgh, from whom they were …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Effort to Obtain Assistance for Craig
In response to his letter, reports that Winthrow is in the employ of Mr. Harris and cannot come to Craig's assistance. Hodgdon promises to search for some other means of assistance. Remainder of …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Effort to Clarify Misunderstanding of Shot Report
Refers to indisposition of Mr. Faesch. Regrets misunderstanding of parts of his letter about his shot reports in New York and Elizabeth Town. Clarifies that he made no report and will not until he has …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Draft and Balance of Thomas Holt
Requested draft and balance have been paid. Has received balance due Holt from the accountants, which shall be sent next month. Noticed Holt's ability to act with caution.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Disputes Cost for Mason Work on New Public Buidling
After inquiry and contemplation, deems that the mason's work of the public building cannot be completed according to estimated funds.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
