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Can Provide the 68 Rifles Requested by Captain Howell
The 68 rifles request by Captain Howell's company can be supplied by the store in Philadelphia, which has around 900.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Business of Making Muskets
Hodgdon discusses in detail the business and issues related to manufacturing muskets.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Believes Col. Stevens Should Purchase Supplies from Nearby Quartermaster Stores
Encloses returns from Col. Stevens. Requests clothing for artillery privates to be delivered immediately. Believes Stevens should purchase small supplies from quartermasters' departments as close to …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Barracks Calculations
Lists number of rooms, how many soldiers can be accommodated in each, as well as other buildings on the the premises which could be converted to barracks.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Assures Proper Payment
Reports conversation with Secretary of War. McHenry assures that decisive measures will be taken. Houdin will be paid properly.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Anticipates Delivery of Muskets; Requests Report
Reports delivery from Hamburgh of muskets, put in charge of James Watson by Joseph Pitcairn. While the paper work hit a snag between the Office of the Treasurer and the War Department, requests a full …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Announces Shipment of Clothing to West Point
Announces delivery of clothing for troops at West Point. Requests the speedy dispatch of the shipment. Water transportation is now open.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Announces Shipment of Clothing
Sends shipment of clothing; requests acknowledgment and whether they agree with the invoice.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Announces Possession of Trunks Belonging to Deceased Donald Grant Mitchell
Reports the possession of two trunks belonging to Mitchell's deceased son. Refers to the rules and regulations of war regarding the payment of debts and the disposal of property for deceased officers. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Adjust Accout with John J. Faesch
Anxious to adjust and close accounts of Mr. Faesch. Must first determine if the shot provided is taken for the use of the states and where it is located. Requests direction on how to proceed. If …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Accounts, Credits, and Debits for Mr. Morrow
Reports receipt of Mr. Morrow's account for advances; has credited the account and placed it in Langham's debit. If there are any other claims, please make them now.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Accounts of Joshua Orme for Fortifications in Marblehead
Encloses abstract for arms purchased by Joshua Orne, agent of fortifications for Marblehead. Proper entries will be made to hold him accountable.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Accounts of Ebenezer Stevens
Includes abstract of supplies purchased by Ebenezer Stevens for the War Department with approval by the superintendent and the master mason. Considers Stevens completely exonerated and no longer …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Accounts include Errors Based on Translation of Pounds to Dollars
Account of bills paid. Discovered error in statement from translating pounds and shillings into dollars. Reports having dined with Schaimerhorne and finding him extremely fine--polite, sensible, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Account of Military Stores Sent to Savannah, April-July 1798
Account of military stores sent to Savannah for the use of the state of Georgia, April - July 1798
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Account of Clothing; Plans to Manufacture Bell Tents
Encloses requested return and will soon send an accurate statement of clothing recently shipped as approved by the Secretary of War. Reports manufacture of bell tents for the army, hopefully bigger …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Account for Joshua Orme to Add to Books
Refers to list of articles purchased by Joshua Orne, agent of fortifications at Marblehead. Will make the proper entries in his books to hold Orne accountable.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.[Untitled]
Includes invoice for medicines, hospital stores destined for troops at Niagara shipped on schooner Sophia. When the shipment arrives, requests that Stevens reship them to Michael Houdin in Albany. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Writing off Postage as an Expense
Houdin's account for the quarter ending on the 30th of September has been processed. $7.50 was deducted for postage. Simmons asks Houdin to forward the receipt of the Postmaster with his account to …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)William Simmons to President John Adams regarding claims of sundry persons
Per Adams' request, Simmons enclosed copies of letters from the Secretary of War regarding claims of sundry persons whose accounts were under examination. Simmons offered his opinion on course of …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)William Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Nicholas Fish
William Simmons confirms receipt of a letter from Nicholas Fish that contained vouchers from James Byers and Frederick Sprigs. Simmons notes that Fleming has a favorable balance of a considerable …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrrant Issued
Warrant No. 3925 issued in favor of John Jordan Jr. Warrant was made payable at the Bank of the United States but upon inquiry at auditor's office, the warrant was yet to be cashed.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrrant Issued
Warrant issued in favor of Creary by Secretary of War. Sum to be used for the fortifications at New Port,Rhode Island.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Warrrant Issued
Warrant No. 188[7] issued in favor of Jackson for commissions. Simmons requested receipts in order to update books of the Office.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
