Isaac Craig
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Whole Families are Laid Prostate
09/28/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAmong sundry supply matters, Hodgdon discusses the disease that is ravaging Philadelphia. Among the latest victims is his clerk, Banger.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
What Became of the Garden Seeds? Etc.
05/07/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAmong other matters, Hodgdon wonders about the missing garden seeds the loss of which Col. [Winthrop] Sargent deeply regrets.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Weather Conditions and River Transportation
11/30/1798 Autograph Letter SignedWater conditions, completing construction of vessel, and movement of troops.
James Robertson Papers
War with the Terrible Republic Seems Inevitable
04/27/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAlong with account and supply information Hodgdon offers a critique of the virulence and impudence of the [anti-federalist] opinions of [Benjamin Frankline] Bache. He warns that war with France seems …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
War with the Great Republic, Etc.
06/22/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon discusses sundry items including the infamous "Aurora" [newspaper] and war with the Great Republic [France].
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
War Seems Inevitable
06/01/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAmong sundry references to supply and accounting matters, Hodgdon warns of the inevitability of war and mysteriously observes that President Adams "has embraced her element" and soon hopes to hear …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Vouchers Related to the Goods Delivered to Pittsburgh
14/28/1798 Autograph Letter SignedWoodbridge observes that the content of Craig's letter surprised him since he has always made every effort to maintain accurate accounts. He was worried that the vouchers might been mislaid respecting …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Unfavorable to a Continuance of the Blessings of Peace, Etc.
03/09/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyLetter, mentions Indian goods for Cherokee Treaty; discusses accounts; alludes to Congress; discusses threats to the state of peace.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Troops Are Assembling, Etc.
11/23/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyIn addition to discussing the business of medicine and the continued disappearance of Jacob Death, Hodgdon notes that the troops are assembling to welcome the president.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Transportation of Provisions
06/29/1798 Autograph Letter SignedVarious items to be forwarded shortly. Supplies for troops on the road, but since no returns were sent to War Office, Hodgdon could only guess at quantities and items required. Cask of whiskey and …
James Robertson Papers
Transportation of Indian Goods
03/09/1798 Autograph Letter SignedGlad to hear Hamilton arrived safely with Indian goods and that the General doesn't require payment for broken glasses. Articles Craig requested will be forwarded shortly.
James Robertson Papers
Thousand Are Dead Around Me
10/05/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAlong with several supply matters, Hodgdon discusses the havoc that the fever has caused in Philadelphia, resulting in thousands of deaths.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
The Melancholy State of Our City
09/07/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAlthough 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.
Supplies to be Forwarded
11/02/1798 Autograph Letter Signed(First half of letter illegible) Mentioned stores and supplies to be forwarded.
James Robertson Papers
Sundry Supply Matters, Etc.
11/02/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyIn addition to discussing sundry supply matters, Hodgdon mentions the return of the public business from Trenton to Philadelphia because the sickness in the latter city seems to have abated.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Sundry Supply & Account Matters, Etc.
12/07/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyIn addition to sundry supply and account matters, Hodgdon notes that the President will speak to Congress the next day on the Great Council's work related to the arrangement of the Army.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Sickness in Philadeliphia
09/14/1798 Autograph Letter SignedHodgdon 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 Papers
Shipment of Powder for Muskets & Cannon, Etc.
02/23/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyLetter, describes quality of contract guns; advises re shipment of powder for muskets and cannon; discusses accounts re powder and guns.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Ship Carpenters Employed at Your Post
03/23/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses ship carpenters.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Settling Dr. Watrous's Affairs
11/06/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyCraig is asked to assist Daniel Watrous as he goes about the onerous task of settling his late brother's affairs and collecting his effects.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Removal from the Fever, Etc.
08/10/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAmong other concerns, Hodgdon laments that even though the danger from the fever is exagerrated, the public offices will be removed to Trenton although he will stay in Philadelphia.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Refers to Gov. Sargent's Losses, Accounts; Dinner with Grand Council
12/28/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyRefers to letter concerning Gov. Sargent's business, his trouble with his property and the weather and transportation. Speaks of the Great Council: Secretary of State, Secretary of Navy, Quartermaster …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Quantity of Whiskey Forwarded to Fort Washington
07/13/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyHodgdon discusses a number of supply matters related to Craig's post at Pittsburgh.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
Peter Hagner acts in the absence of William Simmons
03/08/1798 LetterbookPeter Hagner informs Major Craig that the Accountant's Office has received Lt. Grayson's receipt.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
Pay of the Shipwrights, Etc.
05/11/1798 Author's Letterbook CopyAmong other topics, Hodgdon discusses the pay of shipwrights all of whom should receive the same pay per month.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
