Author's Letterbook Copy
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Forwarding Goods which Are Essential to the Treaty
04/11/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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
11/19/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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
08/31/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAmong 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
10/16/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon alerts Craig that Jacob Death has been paid is is returning to his post.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Forage of Roger Mosley, surgeon of militia hospital
07/27/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyCertification that $20.23 is due Roger Mosley for his forage as Surgeon of the Militia Hospital established at Pittsburgh by order of Major General Lee from December 8, 1794 to February 9, 1795. The …
Report Books of the Accountant of the War Department, Apr 14, 1795-Dec 31, 1817. (RG217)
First at Sea if the Political Horizon Thickens
04/02/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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.
06/29/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon discusses sundry supplies being sent to Major Craig at Pittsburgh.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Files Offered for Sale
06/18/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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.
07/18/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAmong 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.
10/12/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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
03/01/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses missing money; mentions that the Postmaster General's office is checking the dead letters.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Fate of the Shot & Kentledge Cast by Mr. Faesch, Etc.
06/02/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAmong 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
03/31/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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
09/05/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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.
09/12/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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
07/27/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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.
04/20/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon discusses sundry aspects of Craig's account.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Estimates to an Amazing Amount, Etc.
05/25/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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
04/15/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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
04/05/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyMajor 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
06/04/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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
02/19/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyLetter, encloses estimate for stationery.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Erecting an Armory & Arsenal at Harpers Ferry
07/31/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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
04/19/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyThe 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
06/20/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon 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.
