Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
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Stevens' Return & Geddes' Bill on the Secretary of State
Hodgdon acknowledges receipt of Stevens' letter covering his return and Geddes' bill on the Secretary of State. The amount of the bill will be remitted soon.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Stationery Wanted at Pittsburgh, Etc.
Enclosed is a return for stationery wanted at Pittsburgh and another for articles wanted in the public store.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Stationery for General Washington
Hodgdon informs General Washington of the stationery being sent to Mt. Vernon and includes the invoice.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Stationery for Colonel Williams at Springfield
Hodgdon informs Smith that he is responsible for making sure that the box of stationery reaches Col. Williams at Springfield.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Statement of the Money that Has Passed through My Hands
Hodgdon transmits a statement of the money that has passed through his hands from the time of his appointment until the last day of 1797. If there is peace the transportation expenditures will be …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Soldiers Ordered to Join Their Company in New York
Hodgdon provides a list of soldiers who are ordered to join their company in New York. Their passage money will be five dollars for each man and will be paid by Capt. John Henry in York.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Small Repairs of Musketry Contiguous to Cities
Hodgdon believes that in times of peace small repairs to musketry at posts contiguous to cities should be made by private workmen. The wear on the muskets and cost of transportation to military …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sketch of Clothing for the Troops
Enclosed is an estimate of the supplies wanted at Springfield as well as a sketch of the clothing needed by troops called to the field.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Six Pounders Are Much Wanted for Public Use
Hodgdon is trying to locate six pounders formerly used on vessels fitted for river service during the revolutionary war. Guns of this caliber are much needed for the public service.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Six Pounder Guns for the Use of the Revenue Cutter
Hodgdon discusses six-pounder iron replacement guns for the use of the revenue cutter.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Six Pounder Cannon at Newport vs.Twelve Pounders at Baltimore
Hodgdon recommends that the United States not pursue the six pounder cannon located at Newport, Delaware because he doubts the quality of their construction. However, the twelve pounders at Baltimore …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Six Deaths Yesterday, Etc.
In addition to supply matters, Hodgdon notes the death of Capt. Joseph Anthony which he considers a great mercantile loss. The sickness in Philadelphia has not abated.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sickness that Prevails in Our City, Etc.
Along with noting a shortage of private's clothing, Hodgdon observes that the sickness that is ravaging Philadelphia has necessarily resulted in disappointments in his office. His continued presence …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sickness Is On the Decline, Etc.
Hodgdon complains that he is still alone but hopes the sicknness is on the decline so that the inhabitants of the city can return to their homes.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sickness Is Not Alarming
Along with his concern that the Sloop "Sally" sailed without the letter specifying the destination of the stores, Hodgdon notes that all the public offices have been removed from Philadelphia because …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sickness Has Deranged Every Department, Etc.
Hodgdon informs General Irvine of various matters including those affecting Irvine's son. He notes that the sickness has depleted every department and offers that as the reason for unfulfilled …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Shot, Shells, & Ballast Called Kentledge
Hodgdon expresses regret that the shot and shells remain at Wilson's furnace since they are needed for immediate use. New contracts for shot and Kentledge are soon to be negotiated.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Shot & Shells of All Sizes
Hodgdon notes that shot and shells of all sizes and in any quantity can be found in the vicinity of Pittsburgh.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Shipping Musket Stocks to Boston
Hodgdon discusses the arrangements necessary to ship muskets to Boston following Capt. Jenkins' disclosure that he has altered his voyage and will not go to Boston.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Shipment of Sundry Ordnance to Charleston
Hodgdon discusses the shipment of cannon and carriages to Charleston, South Carolina.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Shipment of Powder for Muskets & Cannon, Etc.
Letter, describes quality of contract guns; advises re shipment of powder for muskets and cannon; discusses accounts re powder and guns.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Shipment Intended for Oswego, Etc.
Smith is urged to expedite the shipment of articles intended for the troops at Oswego. The pattern arms seem to have been lost probably due to the wrong mark on their box.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Ship Carpenters Employed at Your Post
Letter, discusses ship carpenters.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Severity of Season Impedes Delivery of Clothing
Letter, describes delay re suits of clothing; discusses Army uniforms; discusses severe winter; mentions cost of land transportation.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
