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Reports Failure of Payment from Captain McKnight; Suspends Harris's Account
Reports that Captain McKnight has not been by to sign receipts. Has thereby suspended Harris's account. Requests knowledge as to how to proceed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Events--Bills, Canal, Yellow Fever
Hopes Annelly will be able to pay note for Mr. Taylor. Refers to progress of canal. Encourages him to be steady in defense of democracy. Refers to bad conduct of Small. Admires progress with building, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Efforts to Procure Musket Stocks
Reports delivery of musket stocks to Robert McCormick. It is too difficult to know the total number on hand in store. Refers to stocks at Harper's Ferry and Springfield. Hodgdon has no agency nor …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Draft for Captain Turner's Brother
Reports draft for Captain Turner's brother, to be placed in Craig's debit. Requests that his account be charged accordingly/
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Delivery of Muskets from Vermont to Albany with Proper Storage and Inspection
The Secretary of Treasury has ordered that muskets made in Vermont be stored at Albany. Requests that they be delivered and stored appropriately. Muskets will be inspected by whomever the Secretary …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Delivery of Musket Stocks
Refers to order of musket stocks sent at the earliest convenience. Hopes the business at hand thrives and that the examination of the manufacture passes successfully.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Delivery of Clothing; Questions Accounts for Medical & Military Supplies
Encloses requested return. Regrets that his plan is not in complete operation. Reports that clothing has been delivered to the quartermaster to forward to the respective regimental paymasters. The …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Deaths, Presumably Not from Yellow Fever
Refers to letter from Capt. Irish. Reports that Col. Stevens is not allowed to retire and that negotiations are being made for his salary. Refers to bill for Capt. Lyman and 2 or 3 recent deaths, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Construction Plans for Laboratory and Arsenal
Has made great effort to make full estimate of contemplated building construction. Reports that it will take more time than anticipated, and the lateness of the season and destitute state of …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Conditions of South West Point Ferry, where Indians Will Pass for Free
Agree to hire the ferry at South West Point. Mr. Clark is to build house and cut timber to accommodate travelers. Indians will pass free.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Reports Concern about Marching Troops, Clothing, Purveyor, Quartermaster General
Has not heard about the Quartermaster General's arrival.Is surprised that troops are marching from Pittsburgh to Bristol--considers it "retrograde with a vengeance." Is also surprised at Craig's …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Completion of Galley and Preparation to Sail.
Reports that the galley is completed and Mr. Ownes has been discharged. Will immediately equip the galley in preparation to descend the river in good water. Nothing of import to communicate; General …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Complaint of Insult to Hamilton
Responds to William Simmons's claim that Vance grossly insulted him and requests immediate repercussions. Forwards complaint to Major General Hamilton.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports Clothing Shipment and Employment of Paymaster
Regrets not being able to supply appropriate clothing to the troops due to the contractor unable to navigate the Delaware River. Employed Mr. Edward Wright of Maryland as paymaster in Tennessee.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports Claim of Derangement; Requests Congressional Report
Captain Poind claims money for derangement through the War Office. Requests copy of U.S. law.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Reports Cherokee Accounts, Returns for Aug-Sept
Will forward account of delivery of Cherokee goods according to the treaty. Has forwarded returns for August and September to the War Department with records of Quartermaster stores.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Reports Cash Advances, Iron, Steel, Water Transportation
Provides cash advances according to estimates provided. Includes statements. Refers to spring and different modes of doing business and transportation. Has purchased the iron and steel. Is preparing a …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Cartouche Boxes
Reports that there are 15,000 cartouch boxes at various posts. 35,000 are needed to supply 50,000 men. Many returned may not be suitable. Suggests awarding a contract for 40,000 to create a full …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Carbines Proved, Cleaned, and Repaired
Has caused 100 carbines to be proved, repaired, and cleaned. Reports number of cartridges in the magazine.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Business with Capt. Butler, Lt. Chandler, Capt. Bradley, with Entries in the Public Books
Henley replies to Simmons' letters of April 19 and My 13. He has dealt with the Memorandum of Claims, and consulted with Chander regarding Bradley's account. He encloses his May accounts and sends …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Reports Arrival of Vouchers; Requests List of Detachments and Regiments
Secretary of Treasury informs that vouchers for stores received and delivered by James Seagrove were delivered to McHenry's office. Requests delivery to Hodgdon's office. Requests information about …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Arrival of Indian Goods; Requests Indians Stop Stealing Horses
Reports a pleasant meeting with Double Head, Sechochee, and Colonel Butler. Expresses regret for not attending the last dance, but had too much business. The Indian goods have arrived and will keep …
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Reports all Information about Military Clothing to go to Purveyor
Has shown their letter to the Secretary of War, who instructs them that all clothing business comes under the Purveyor.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Activities, Instructions, and Troops Marching
Acknowledges friendship. Refers to instructions given to General Pinckney. Discusses detachments marching from Philadelphia.
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