Questions about Hewit's Appointment over Public Stores
Document 1799The Secretary of State has shown Hodgdon Gibson's letter. Wonders who Mr. Hewit is and how he has charge over public stores. Seeks to make Hewit accountable for these charges. Requests Gibson's presence at sale on Saturday to ascertain Hewit's private possessions and public store.
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Type
Author's Letterbook Copy
Description
The Secretary of State has shown Hodgdon Gibson's letter. Wonders who Mr. Hewit is and how he has charge over public stores. Seeks to make Hewit accountable for these charges. Requests Gibson's presence at sale on Saturday to ascertain Hewit's private possessions and public store.
Date
08/14/1799
Author
Recipient
Sent from
War Department
Repository
Document number
1799081428055
Page start
537
Notable persons
Francis Gibson
Samuel Hodgdon
James McHenry
Mr. Hewit
Notable locations
Fort Mifflin
War Department
Notable items
Public Stores