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A Warrant in Your Favor for $3,200
The Secretary of War has issued Warrant No. 3254 in Hodgdon's favor for $3,200 which is enclosed in a check on the Bank of the United States for which a receipt should be forwarded.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Warrant for the Military Land
A bill of sale is in the files for Captain Wylie. Hodgdon is asked to get a warrant for the military land made out to Alexander Power, the assignee of Thomas Wylie. The warrant is of no use to the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A View of the Public Finances
Lists the revenue of the United States for 1795-1798 that was the result of the duties on imports and tonnage. Not withstanding the depredations on US commerce, the branch of revenue may be estimated …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.A View of the Finances of the United States
Responding to a request from the Secretary of War, this is a presentation of US revenues: duties, imports, and finances from 1795-1798. It discusses debt: interest and the proposed payment. It …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.A Treaty with the Oneida Nation of Indians
A Treaty held with the Oneida nation or tribe of Indians, at their village in the State of New York on June 1st 1798.
Transcribed Treaties and Conventions Advised and Ratified by the Senate. (RG46) (M200, Roll 2)A Thousand Gunstocks and More Iron
Ames reports that he needs a thousand gunstocks but they should be inspected prior to being shipped. He already has a number of stocks that are knotty and so shakey that they are spoiled for use. Part …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Shortage of Vests, Knapsacks, & Canteens
Gibson complains of a shortage of vests, knapsacks, and canteens which are essential if his recruits are ordered to march.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Report to the President Relative to the Military Establishment
The report suggests ways to improve the management and operations of the military. The report is partly inspired by the prospect of war with France and political events in Europe. McHenry outlines and …
Printed VersionsA Replacement for Mr. Bates, Etc.
Among other accounting and supply matters, Craig notes that the position of Assistant Quartermaster at the post at Natchez has been given to Mr. Bates who therefore will be leaving Pittsburgh soon. A …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Profound Secret, Etc.
There seems to be a mistake in that part of the recent communication respecting Mr. Shelby attending the assembly at Knoxville. Mr. James is currently in Philadelphia doing business with Robert …
V.F. Vertical File A.K. Peter Keyser.A Present of $500 if the Business Is Settled Favorably
Enclosed are the vouchers respecting Powers' claims. He knows that Hodgdon is best acquainted with his business and for his attention and introduction to friends and members of Congress at New York, …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Plea for a Military Appointment
Hoops makes the case for his appointment as a major of artillery.
Alexander Hamilton PapersA Note in Favor of Doctor Hodge
Enclosed is a note on merchants Girling & Glimpton of Carlisle in favor of Doctor Hodge. Parker is ordered to collect the money and send it on to Hodgdon.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.A Mistake Somewhere in Your Account
Langham is advised to resolve the problems with his account so as to settle it as soon as possible.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.A Marquee & Tents to the Secretary of the Navy
Harris is asked to deliver to the Secretary of the Navy one marquee complete, four horseman's tents, and twenty five common tents to be returned or paid for at fair value.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionA Loan of Three or Four Hundred Dollars
Bayer requests a loan of three or four hundred dollars to make up for the business that has been lost due to his wife's affliction with the prevailing disorder.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Lieutenancy in the Artillery
Shepherd seeks Hamilton's recommedation for a lieutenancy in the Artillery and, if none exists, for a similar position in the Infantry.
Alexander Hamilton PapersA Lamentable Lack of Necessaries & Organization
Gibbs assesses the recruiting potential and deficiencies in stores, equipage, and organization of the Provisional Army.
Alexander Hamilton PapersA Four Pounder for Colonel Ebenezer Stevens
Hodgdon advises Smith that when the four pounders arrive from Albany, one of them is to be sent to Col. Ebenezer Stevens.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.A Discount on the Enormous Freight Charges
In addition to discussing the shipment of sundry cannon, Hodgdon asks Smith to inquire about a possible reduction of the freight charges for the heavy 24 pounders and carriages.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.A Deficit of Three Month's Pay and Subsistence
Henley asserts that he is still owed three month's pay and subsistence and pledges that, if he is incorrect, he will return the money promptly.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)A Copy of the Laws of Congress, Etc.
Major Craig requests a copy of the laws of Congress under President Adams from Samuel Hodgdon. Craig also informs Hodgdon of a local town having collected 500 dollars for relief of Philadelphians …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Complete Statement May Be Made
Hodgdon assures McHenry that, if it is necessary, a complete statement can be made, based on what has been collected.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.A Commission in the Army
Mills has offered himself to the President and the Secretary of War for a commission in the Army. He asks Hodgdon to attest to his character and provide whatever recommendation he thinks Mills …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)A Commission for John Hampton Palmer
Enclosed is a letter from John Hampton Palmer of Vermont requesting the aid of Judge Cranch in procuring a pair of colors.This young gentleman is a grandson of General Palmer who was active in the …
Stephen Raphel Papers
