The Cost of Military Supplies in New Jersey
Document 1794Hamilton argues that superintendance is required of the business of supplying the militia during their march through New Jersey in order to ensure that the public is not charged unreasonable prices. For example, the current price for rations at Trenton is too high.
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Autograph Draft Letter
Description
Hamilton argues that superintendance is required of the business of supplying the militia during their march through New Jersey in order to ensure that the public is not charged unreasonable prices. For example, the current price for rations at Trenton is too high.
Date
08/27/1794
Author
Recipient
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Treasury Department
Repository
Collection
Document number
1794082700201
Page start
1
Notable persons
Abraham Hunt
Alexander Hamilton
Notable locations
Trenton
Treasury Department
New Brunswick
New Jersey