Precise Size of Casks Wanted at Springfield, Etc.
Document 1796The Secetary of War wants an account of the size of casks needed for the powder at Springfield and wants to know why new casks are needed. Billington & Bryan have applied to purchase 24 pieces of drilling which are in the public stores. The Secretary wants to know for what purpose those articles were purchased.
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Type
Letter
Description
The Secetary of War wants an account of the size of casks needed for the powder at Springfield and wants to know why new casks are needed. Billington & Bryan have applied to purchase 24 pieces of drilling which are in the public stores. The Secretary wants to know for what purpose those articles were purchased.
Date
09/13/1796
Author
Recipient
Document number
1796091315101
Page start
1
Note
Unsigned letter.
Notable persons
Samuel Hodgdon
Notable locations
War Office