Want of Assistant Armorers
Document 1798Amidst a discussion of other matters, Ames notes that he needs more assistant armorers who understand the mechanical arts, have respect for economy and industry, and have good morals. Mr. Forbes has been recommended by Reed. Lyman would be sure to give satisfaction to the public and Mr. Perkins has also been mentioned as a possible applicant.
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Autograph Letter Signed
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Amidst a discussion of other matters, Ames notes that he needs more assistant armorers who understand the mechanical arts, have respect for economy and industry, and have good morals. Mr. Forbes has been recommended by Reed. Lyman would be sure to give satisfaction to the public and Mr. Perkins has also been mentioned as a possible applicant.
Date
08/14/1798
Author
Recipient
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Springfield
Repository
Document number
1798081480201
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1
Note
:Partially illegible.
Notable persons
Samuel Hodgdon
David Ames
assistant armourers
armorers
Mr. Forbes
Reed Lyman
President United States
Secretary of War
James McHenry
John Adams
Notable locations
Massachusetts
Springfield Armory
Philadelphia
Springfield
Notable items
public service