Samuel Hodgdon
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Packet Forwarded Via Havanna
The packet for the matches has been forwarded via Havanna since an immediate conveyance to New Orleans was not immediately available. Stevens wrote Mr. Simmons and the Secretary of War relative to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Our Approaching Election, Etc.
Neither the general nor the Quartermaster General have arrived so the troops continue in their encampment without orders to go into garrison or cantonment. Craig apprehends that the approaching …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Order to Provide Information on Clothing Supply
Enclosed letter from Wilkinson regarding clothing supply, Hamilton ordered information to be passed along to Wilkinson without delay.
Alexander Hamilton PapersOrder for Gun Stocks
Gilbert is forwarding an order for 1500 gun stocks that will be directed to Oliver Wolcott, Jr., the Secretary of the Treasury. The Secretary has informed Gilbert of the person to whom the order …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)One-Story Building Recommended, Etc.
Williams has received from the Superintendent of the Armory the plans, and request for materials, for buildings he wants erected immediately. The Superintendent wants to erect two one-story shops with …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)One or Two Instances of the Fever, Etc.
In addition to a discussion of accounting matters related to General Wilkinson and Rudolph Tellin [?], Stevens notes that only two instances of the fever have occurred and it appears to be healthy in …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Obtaining Sole Title of Wylie's Farm
Power wants to know what can be done respecting the claim for commutation. He would like a line directed to him at Jacob Weaver's Stage House respecting what can be done and whether his attendance is …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Obliged to pay the enclosed certificate...
Glen is obliged to pay a certificate for which he feels the War Department should be responsible.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Obligation to Deliver Two Regiments' Standards in April
Discusses advance of $50, delivery of Regiment standards and Battalion colors.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Notification of Warrant Received
Thomas Billington received a warrant issued by the Secretary of War for $1,350. Money was for the purchase of 1,000 Pvts shirts which were delivered to John Harris, military store keeper. Simmons …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Entries, with details
Simmons updated Hodgdon on the credit to Crary's account for the fortifications at New Port, RI. Simmons requested Hodgdon update the books of the Superintendent of Military Stores.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Entries
William Craft, Agent of War Department at Charleston received credit to his account for the purchase and delivery of two sailboats for Fort Moultrie and Johnson. Purchase was ordered by General …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Entries
Simmons paid Jeremiah Wadsworth of Hartford, CT for the purchase of sundry articles. Simmons requested Wadsworth update the books of the Superintendent of Military Stores.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Entries
In addition to the settlement of Ebenezer Stevens account in the previous communication, Simmons added a credit to Stevens account. Receipts of Capts. Littlefield, Little, Freeman, and Livingston …
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Entries
Settlement of account of John Mackey, Pay Master at Armoury of Harper's Ferry, Virginia. Mackey received credit on the books of the Office, Simmons requested Hodgdon update the entries on his books.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Updated Accounts
Jonathan Jackson credited with the expenses of 14 wheelbarrows with ironwork that were delivered at Castle Island for the fortifications at New York, Simmons requested Hodgdon update his records.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Notification of Payment
Messr. Buell and Greenleaf were paid for cavalry swords, scabbards, and belts which they manufactured in Hartford, CT.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)No Additional Funds for Appropriation
The accounts of salary of Riply was correct, no additional appropriations could be made.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Newspapers from the Natchez District
Claiborne presents his compliments to Hodgdon and thanks him for the loan of newspapers received from the Natchez District which will be returned the following day.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Need for Ammunition and Clothing
Major Craig relays the need for ammunition and clothing to Samuel Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Necessary Portions of Meat and Vegetables, Etc.
Smith has received the bill of fare and thanks Hodgdon for his kind attention. The provisions they have received are satisfactory and Smith has written to Jones & Thompson since they furnished the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)National Foundry for Brass Cannon
Byers makes the case for Springfield as the site of the proposed National Foundry for Brass Cannon. He owns a mill located on ten acres that joins the new waterworks for manufacturing small arms that …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)My Business Interrupted by My Mind, Etc.
Though he is anxious to complete the employment Hodgdon has honored him with, Gallagher complains that he is repeatedly called on for small sums that he cannot pay. He finds his business interrupted …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Muskets Imported by the Secretary of the Treasury
Whelen has received the letter respecting the muskets lately imported by the Secretary of the Treasury and requiring him to do what is necessary in the business. Whelen considers this kind of business …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
