Necessity for Ordering Infantry Privates' Vests
Document 1796Having only six infantry private's vests in the store, Harris is not able to comply with Major Craig requisition for fifty complete vests. An order for vests of this description is required.
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[John Harris 12 Nov 1796 — no Vests in Store]
[Received from State Dep't. Nov. 24. 1894. R.P.O. 401310]
Saml Hodgdon Esqr.
Sir,
Having only Six Infantry privates Vests in Store. I cannot comply with Majr. Craig's requisitions, for fifty complete suits. — An Order for a Number of Vests of the above description to be made - is necessary. —
I am Sir.
Your most Obedt. Sert.
J. W. Harris
12.th Novr. 1796
Saml. Hodgdon Esqr.
Type
Autograph Letter Signed
Description
Having only six infantry private's vests in the store, Harris is not able to comply with Major Craig requisition for fifty complete vests. An order for vests of this description is required.
Date
11/12/1796
Author
Recipient
Document number
1796111280001
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Notable persons
Samuel Hodgdon
John Harris