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Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
For Hodgdon's review, Major Craig forwards a general statement of accounts transacted between himself and Mr. Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
Major Craig discusses his "claim of compensation for extra sevices" with Samuel Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Craig discusses military stores and shipment with Hodgdon
Major Craig discusses the accounts of the late Quartermaster General with Samuel Hodgdon.
Isaac Craig PapersCover letter for papers submitted to Congress by the Secretary at War
"Committee appointed by the House of Representatives to inquire into the expenditure of monies appropriated to the construction of a naval armament - and into the causes of delay into the completion …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Correspondence with the Superintendent of Military Stores
Basic correspondence with the Superintendent of Military Stores; mentions orders for muskets and barrels along with a few individuals.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Copper purchased for the Navy
States that the invoice bill relative to copper purchased for the Navy must be in the hands either of the Purveyor or the Commissioner of the Revenue.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Construction of Galleys Has Increased Expenditures
Major Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon that the construction of galleys has increased the financial expenditure of Fort Pitt beyond previous estimates. Craig also reports that money advanced to the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Congressional Inquiry on delays in construction of naval armament
Edward Livingston, on behalf of a Congressional Committee, directs the Secretary at War to funish an account of expenditures and a statement explaining the delay in the completion of the naval …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647Concerning the production of pattern muskets
Concerning the production of pattern muskets; explains why expenses were higher than thought.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Concerning the pay for Lieutenant Saunders
Writes the Accountant of the Navy that, according to his books, Lieutenant Saunders has indeed not yet received his pay. However, Simmons advises that before paying Saunders, they pay the Army …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Concerning the military contractor for next year
Concerning the military contractor for the next year; mentions rations and Tench Francis.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Concerning the balance due to Hamilton
Mentions the balance due to Hamilton, along with other accounting matters.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Concerning stationary and tools for Harper's Ferry
Inquires upon why he has not yet received a response to his request for stationary and tools to be forwarded to Harper's Ferry. Also mentions finances and accounts.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Concerning public expenditures and balances
Discusses debt, rents, and the store owned by James Caldwell. Encloses a request to William Simmons - accountant at the Treasury - to pay to Hodgdon a balance of $82.06.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Concerning an Order from the Secretary of War
Concerning an order from the Secretary of War; says that the absence of Mr. Meredith has prevented him from completing the job, but that it will be finished upon his return.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Concerning an order for musket stocks
Mentions the necessity for an order of musket stocks and patterns from the Treasury Secretary and War Secretary.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Concerning a shipment from Military Stores
Informs Hodgdon that a shipment from the Military Stores has arrived in good order.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Comments on Inappropriate Behavior of James Jordan
Reports that James Jordan of St. Mary has departed for Philadelphia, and that his conduct has been very inappropriate.
Letters Sent by the Creek Factory (Letterbook of the Creek Trading House), 1795-1816. (RG75) (M4)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 Returns and the Situation of the Quarter Masters Department
Hodgdon has received Craig's request for clothing, but the stores at Philadelphia are too poorly stocked for him to ship many articles of clothing needed in winter. Hodgdon answers some questions that …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Clothing Received
Henry procured the clothing and other articles listed on the invoice Hodgdon sent to Henry. He now enclosed the return via certified mail.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Claghorne's Responsibilites and Salary
Claghorne received the letter of McHenry, the Secretary of War, informing him that his duties as a contractor have ceased for some some time and that his salary had ended on April 1st. Claghorne …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Cannon Are Received & Indian Goods Sent Forward
Major Craig informs Samuel Hodgdon that cannons are received and indian goods are to be immediately sent forward. Craig also asks how various qualities of gun powder can be determined without opening …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Bounty for the Army
An estimate of bounty for the army, calculated at $8 for non-commissioned officers and privates.
Register of Estimated Requirements for Military Supplies Kept by Samuel Hodgdon and William Irvine, Jan 1796-Feb 1805. (RG45)Authorizes Advances for Seamen and Officers on Frigate Constellation
Encloses blank bond to be signed by responsible persons as advance to pay officers and seaman for the frigate Constellation under Captain Truxtun. [Truxton]
Letters Sent by the Secretary of Navy to Officers, Mar 1798-Sep 1886. (RG45) (M149)
