John Mackey
17 documents
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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. -
Receiving the Stores at George Town
Hodgdon orders Mackey to take the necessary measures to receive the stores at George Town and get them on to the works.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99. -
Preparations for the Work on the Canal
Hodgdon informs Mackey of the preparations being made for work on the new canal.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99. -
Sends Bellows and Clothing
Sends bellows for the works and clothing for several detachments.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99. -
Responds to Concerns about Subordination & Strife of Superintendent
Regrets that iron purchased by Thomas Annelly has proved faulty. The iron requested is not at hand, but something will be managed. Acknowledges assistance of Mr. Brindley. Refers to human weakness and …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99. -
Requests Information about Work to Manufacture, Maintain Arms
Encloses bank notes. Requests records of progress of armory, including expenditures and number of arms manufactured and/or repaired. Requires estimates to be able to provide necessary funds and items, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99. -
Reports Progress for Construction of Laboratory, Arsenal, Magazine in Philadelphia
Reports efforts of Mr. Annely to pay landlord John Taylor with stoppages from his wages, but the notes remained unpaid. Asks Mackey to make a payment plan with Annely. Reports that Taylor has acted …
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 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. -
Order from Major Langham for All Stores on Hand; Reports Good Weather for Canals
Includes an order from Major Langham for all stores on hand. Will forward as many common tents as on hand to Pittsburgh. Will communicate subsequent orders. Reports good weather, favorable for canals, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99. -
Necessitates Move to Sheppards Town; Makes Advances for that Purpose
The Secretary of War thinks it best to remove stores to Sheppards Town as soon as possible. Requests arrangements to be made until an arsenal is built. Deliver to Major Langham, who will provide a …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99. -
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
Simmons informs Mackey of his account balance. Simmons also informs Mackey that expenditures by the armory require the superintendant's authorization. This letter encloses a statement of …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217) -
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
Simmons informs Mackey that his vouchers and accounts were received.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217) -
Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
Simmons returns Mackey's claims unsettled. Simmons directs him to make corrections before resubmitting the accounts.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217) -
Verdict on Accounts from Secretary of War
Sec of War gave answer to Simmons on questions related to Mackey's accounts by which Simmons discharged Mackey from all responsibility from warrants issued to Perkins and Brindby. Warrant for $190.00 …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217) -
Request for Letter by Simmons
Simmons noted that Mackey's letter with enclosures arrived and that Mackey would shortly follow to settle his accounts. Simmons requested Mackey bring the letter sent by Simmons to Mackey.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
