Samples of Gunpowder for Adjusting the New Pendulum
Document 1797In order to adjust the new pendulum, Leacock is applying to Hodgdon for samples of domestic and imported powder from several casks. The samples should be tested at various distances. Leacock also describes his proof.
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Autograph Letter Signed
Description
In order to adjust the new pendulum, Leacock is applying to Hodgdon for samples of domestic and imported powder from several casks. The samples should be tested at various distances. Leacock also describes his proof.
Date
05/15/1797
Author
Recipient
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Document number
1797051580001
Page start
1
Note
Includes a two-page postscript.
Notable persons
Samuel Hodgdon
Joseph Leacock
William Nichols
Commissioners
Mr. Messersmith
David Rittenhouse
Doctor Priestly
Mr. Russle
Mr. Fox
Notable items
gunpowder
pendulum powder proof
samples
casks
proofs
machine
frame
pendulum
howitzer mortar
scales