Samuel Hodgdon
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Muskets Arrived from Oxford, Etc.
Williams has received two thousand dollars in post notes on account of the Armory in the good old way. Sixteen loads of muskets and tents have arrived from Oxford.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Musket Stocks and Rolled Iron
The Superintendent of the Armory has drawn on Williams for five thousand musket stocks so he shall soon be in want of that article. He asks Hodgdon to ship that same number of well seasoned stocks to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Musings of Maria Hodgdon
Maria discusses the whereabouts of her brother and wonders about the news of the political world and new appointments to replace those worthy characters who have been dismissed. She wants to know …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Murder of an Indian, Etc.
Major Craig discusses postage problems with Samuel Hodgdon. Craig also mentions the murder of an Indian by a local man and the impending trial.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Mr. Skinner Moved from West Liberty, Etc.
Mr. Skinner has moved from West Liberty so Smith was unable to see him. John Easton's friends expect him to travel to Philadelphia by sea from New Orleans. Enclosed is a letter to the Purveyor of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Mr. Lyman's Health is Critical, Etc.
Enclosed is an estimate of the expenditures of the Armory for November. Mr. Lyman's condition is critical and he is confined to his bed. Hodgdon's wishes for his improved health are gratefully …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Mr. Cranch's mill and tools
This letter discusses the purchase of Mr. Cranch's mill and tools for public use. Also, mention is made of Jonathan Williams' efforts to educate Indians.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Procurement of Supplies (Order Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M127)Moving to a Healthier Location, Etc.
Hagner asks for a loan of $150 in post notes which he will repay at the end of the month. Hissituation requires a constant supply of casks. His office is to be moved from the building he currently …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Moving the Military Stores to a State Arsenal, Etc.
Military stores belonging to the United States are kept in a wooden building along with combustible articles for which the rent is $500 per annum. Stevens has obtained permission from the legislature …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Moving My Family As Soon As Possible
Hagner announces that when he arrives in Philadelphia he intends to remove his family from that city. He has written to the purveyor, Mr. Whelen, and asked him to provide transportation for his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Mistake of One Thousand Dollars, Etc.
$1000 in post notes on account of the Armory have been received direct from the southward. Williams admits that Hodgdon's identification of a $1000 mistake is accurate. An error of such magnitude …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Military Stores to Fort Independence, Etc.
Williams has received the order to forward the military stores to Fort Independence at Boston which will be attended to. The sheet lead is not on hand. The lead he has on hand is in barns throughtout …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Military Stores On Hand & Delivered at Carlisle
Chart showing military stores on hand and delivered since 1st of June 1798 to January 1800 at Carlisle. Included are blunderbusses, tomahawks, and pikes.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Military Stores Hospital Supplies
Return of medicine wanted for the hospital at Fort Mifflin. Postscript by William MacRae indicates doctors' approval. Postscript by Samuel Hodgdon indicates that the Secretary of War approves.
Letters Sent (General Correspondence) by the Secretary of War and Commissioner of Pensions, 1800-1866. (RG15)Military Land Lottery
Major Craig discusses the military land lottery with Samuel Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Medicine, Medical Supplies to Detachment at Winchester, Virginia
Letter, discusses medicine and medical supplies. Sent an assortment of medicine to Major Cass detachment at Winchester Virginia. The apothecary will not like methods of making returns. Will need more …
General Information Index, 1794-1918. (RG94)Medicine at Harper's Ferry
Need for medicines and medical supplies at Harpers Ferry; mentions resignation of McHenry and dismissal of Pickering.
General Information Index, 1794-1918. (RG94)Materials for Manufacturing Charleville Muskets
Enclosed is the statement of Jacob Dukert's account of materials received from Tench Francis, the late purveyor, for the purpose of manufacturing Charleville Muskets for the United States. The balance …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Lyman is Dangerously Sick, Etc.
Williams will contact Major Buel to request a return of all articles wanted for recruits. A return of the articles from Oxford will soon be furnished if Williams' health allows it. Samuel Lyman is …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Loss of Recollection of Prior Transactions, Etc.
Major Elias Langham has informed Bedinger that he has long since forwarded his account to Hodgdon which included an amount due Bedinger for the money that he advanced to the United States. Bedinger …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Liklihood of Desertion for Men Without Uniforms , Etc.
Cass declares that he is at Harpers Ferry because of the orders of Major General Hamilton to recruit four companies for the old infantry regiment. He has made handsome progress and in several weeks …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Letter from the Secretary of War
Largely illegible letter from James McHenry, Secretary of War, to Samuel Hodgdon, Commissary of Military Stores.
Record of Disbursements by the Commissary General of Military Stores Department and Supply Orders of the Superintendent of Military Stores, Oct 2,Letter from the Accountant of the War Department
Simmons informs Hodgdon of a credit passed to William Fulcher.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)
