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The Prospect of War, Etc.
Among sundry supply matters, Hodgdon discusses the prospect of war [with France} and hopes that Americans will conduct themselves like men determined to be free.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Practice of Firing a Morning & Evening Gun & Sundry Other Issues
Hodgdon addresses multiple supply and ordnance questions.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Practice of Annexing Counties to Names
Hamilton notes that the practice of annexing counties to the names of military nominations will almost certainly lead to errors and provides one example of such an error.
Alexander Hamilton PapersThe Powder Magazine at Old Fort Clinton
Fleming is forwarding to the Secretary of War a sketch of the rebuilt north wall of the powder magazine in old Fort Clinton. After having viewed the side wall taken down and the ends of the timber of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The People Appear to be Losing Their Dread of War
Generals Washington, Pinckney, and Hamilton are in Philadelphia to form a good selection of officers for the new army and assist in the arrangements connected with it. McHenry refuses to disguise …
William Loughton Smith PapersThe Other Five Four Pounders at Your Post
In reference to the ten four pounders at West Point, Fleming had indicated that five are uniform in length and weight. Hodgdon wants to know whether the other five are a medley or uniform in any …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Necessity of Calling You Into Service
Among other matters, Wolcott suggests to Hamilton that he replace McHenry as Secretary of War. He discusses the claims of British creditors and the progress of sickness in Philadelphia
Alexander Hamilton PapersThe Melancholy State of Our City
Although he and his family enjoy good health, Hodgdon mourns the deaths caused by the disease infecting Philadelphia.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Louisiana Territory and Spanish
John McKee writes to the Secretary at War about Spanish intrigue on the Mississippi River. Mentions the Natchez Indians and the broader Louisiana Territory. Also makes mention of General James …
McHenry Family Papers, MS #647The Governor's Wine & the General's Candles
Major Craig discusses the handling of the Governor's wine and the General's candles with Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Fever Still Rages, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses sundry supply matters and laments that the fever is still claiming lives in Philadelphia.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Fever Seems to Abate
Along with a discussion of sundry supply matters, Hodgdon expresses his relief that the fever seems to be abating in Philadelphia due probably to the colder weather.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Fever is So Mortal in Your City, Etc.
Caldwell has a certificate from Abraham Kirkpatrick, late Commissary General in Wayne's army, for a sum due him for services rendered as Assistant Commissary. Apparently the fever is so mortal in …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Fate of Clothing Shipped to Colonel Strong
Hodgdon wonders why the clothing sent to Colonel Strong in September 1797 did not reach him until August 1798, much of it in damaged condition.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Equal of Any Mechanic on the Continent
George Way has learned from the newspapers that the President has been empowered by Congress to raise more troops who will obviously need equipment. He therefore touts his capacity for constructing …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Effort to Establish a Foundry
Wolcott refers to the thousand dollar advance to Lane & Salter [?] to establish a foundry. The want of models for cannon have delayed the effort to negobtiate a contract.
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.The Draft of an Act to Regulate the Medical Establishment
The document proposes the creation of the office of Physician General for the military. It describes his responsibilities, and the staff and duties accompanying this position.
[Empty Placeholder Collection for Incomplete Collection Associations.]The Doctor Ordered Me Bled Immediately
Bass admits that he is not able to attend to business because he is very unwell and confined to his bed. He had a violent fever the previous evening and sent for a doctor who ordered him bled …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Desertion of Philadelphia, Etc.
Clifford wants a check for $1000 sent to him and his brother as soon as it is convenient. They have large engagements to meet but are deprived of their ususual sources due to the desertion of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The City Is Nearly Depopulated
Along with supply concerns, Hodgdon notes that Philadelphia is nearly depopulated due to fears of the fever that has infested it. The health of the Secretary of War does seem to be improving.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Case of Lieutenant Cobb
Jackson discusses the case of Lieutenant Cobb who, because of a derangement of the Army, lost two year's opportunity to rise in rank. He has been reinstated in the Artillery but now finds himself in …
State of Georgia, Executive Minutes, 06/28/1798-11/07/1799.The Business at Harpers Ferry
In order to get the business at Harpers Ferry moving, it is necessary to get the tools to begin the work. An inventory of wanted tools is enclosed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Bill Cannot be Taken Up at Present
Letter, informs re status of bill; discusses Major Langham's accounts.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Ardor of Aiding the Country
Living in London, Judah offers to report on events occurring on the European continent which may affect the United States. .
[Empty Placeholder Collection for Incomplete Collection Associations.]The Affair of General Knox Perplexes Me
Hamilton expresses his bewilderment that General Knox seems reluctant to serve as his subordinate in the Provisional Army and encloses a draft of a letter that McHenry can use as a response to Knox.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
