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Six Pounders Are Much Wanted for Public Use
Hodgdon is trying to locate six pounders formerly used on vessels fitted for river service during the revolutionary war. Guns of this caliber are much needed for the public service.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Six Pounder Guns for the Use of the Revenue Cutter
Hodgdon discusses six-pounder iron replacement guns for the use of the revenue cutter.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Six Pounder Cannon at Newport vs.Twelve Pounders at Baltimore
Hodgdon recommends that the United States not pursue the six pounder cannon located at Newport, Delaware because he doubts the quality of their construction. However, the twelve pounders at Baltimore …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Six Deaths Yesterday, Etc.
In addition to supply matters, Hodgdon notes the death of Capt. Joseph Anthony which he considers a great mercantile loss. The sickness in Philadelphia has not abated.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Joshua Wentworth
William Simmons informs Joshua Wentworth that Edmund Quincey's receipt is received and credited.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Joshua Wentworth
William Simmons directs Joshua Wentworth to pay Edmund Quincey, Superintendant of Portsmouth Navy Yard.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Edward Carrington
William Simmons directs Edward Carrington to pay Capt. Blackburn at Fort Norfolk.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Edward Carrington
William Simmons informs Edward Carrington that the receipts of Capt. Blackburn and Lt. Claiborne are received and credited.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Edward Carrington
William Simmons directs Edward Carrington to pay Lt. Claiborne.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Edward Carrington
William Simmons directs Edward Carrington to pay Capt. Gibson at Staunton.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Edward Carrington
William Simmons directs Edward Carrington to pay Lt. Underwood at Richmond.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Edward Carrington
William Simmons directs Edward Carrington to pay Capt. Blackburn at Fort Norfolk.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Simmons discusses pay, finance and accounting with Edward Carrington
William Simmons informs Edward Carrington that his account of commissions for receiving and paying money is credited.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Signal Flags for the Warship "Delaware"
Harris is ordered to deliver a set of signal flags and pendants to Captain Decatur for the use of the ship of war "Delaware."
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MaySignal Colors and Pendants to Boston
Harris is directed to deliver two complete sets of signal colors and pendants to Samuel Hodgdon for transportation to Boston.
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MaySickness that Prevails in Our City, Etc.
Along with noting a shortage of private's clothing, Hodgdon observes that the sickness that is ravaging Philadelphia has necessarily resulted in disappointments in his office. His continued presence …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sickness Is On the Decline, Etc.
Hodgdon complains that he is still alone but hopes the sicknness is on the decline so that the inhabitants of the city can return to their homes.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sickness Is Not Alarming
Along with his concern that the Sloop "Sally" sailed without the letter specifying the destination of the stores, Hodgdon notes that all the public offices have been removed from Philadelphia because …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sickness is Imperious & Obliged Us to Submit to Its Ravages
Banger laments the effects of the fever on his body and the fact that iillness has rendered him useless in carrying out his business.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Sickness in Philadelphia and Newport
Tousard encloses his account of pay and forage and petitions for an advance. He shares information about illnesses in Newport, and expresses concern for those in Philadelphia. The illness discussed is …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Sickness in Philadeliphia
Hodgdon bemoaned loss of neighbors in the city (Philadelphia) who left due to illness prevailing during summer months. Celebrates that his family is still well. Hodgdon chose to remain in the city …
James Robertson PapersSickness Has Deranged Every Department, Etc.
Hodgdon informs General Irvine of various matters including those affecting Irvine's son. He notes that the sickness has depleted every department and offers that as the reason for unfulfilled …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Shot, Shells, & Ballast Called Kentledge
Hodgdon expresses regret that the shot and shells remain at Wilson's furnace since they are needed for immediate use. New contracts for shot and Kentledge are soon to be negotiated.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Shot to Prove Howitizers for the "Constellation"
Harris is ordered to deliver an order of twelve three pound shot to Lieutenant Truxton to prove howitzers for the frigate "Constellation."
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), May
