Requests Assistance to Examine Powder
Document 1796According to orders received yesterday from the Secretary of War, he has discharged guards at post and requested 5 to assist in examination of powder in barrels and cannon cartridges. Can overhaul the cartridges if that is necessary, but will have to hire men for assistance. Mr. Dobson is concerned about his pay and threatens to leave.
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Autograph Letter Signed
Description
According to orders received yesterday from the Secretary of War, he has discharged guards at post and requested 5 to assist in examination of powder in barrels and cannon cartridges. Can overhaul the cartridges if that is necessary, but will have to hire men for assistance. Mr. Dobson is concerned about his pay and threatens to leave.
Date
06/14/1796
Author
Recipient
Sent from
New London
Document number
1796061480101
Page start
1
Notable persons
Samuel Hodgdon
Thomas Holts
James McHenry
Guards
Mr. Dobson
Notable locations
Philadelphia
New London
Notable items
Powder
Barrels
Cannon Cartridges