Samuel Hodgdon
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Reports Use of Funds, Concern over Accounts
Reports use of funds and concern over accounts. Notes that Hodgdon expressed surprise at information received of Mr Henshaw. If Henshaw had been more thorough in relaying information, doubts that …
Letters Received by Predecessors of the Chief of Ordinance, 1797-1810. (RG156)Removal of Mr. Dexter to the Office of the Treasury, Etc.
Newman wonders who will become Secretary of War after Samuel Dexter's departure from that position to become Secretary of the Treasury.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Removal from Office
Mentioned obtaining pot ash, per Hodgdon's request. Brought up being removed from office to be replaced by "some favorite", Craig sought Gen. Irvine's opinion on matter. Craig believed Hodgdon acted …
James Robertson PapersRecord Needed for Settling Smith's Account, Etc.
Hodgdon should already have received the amount of his salary account. Simmons calls attention to the postscript of his recent letter with a copy of the report of the Secretary of War respec ting …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Receiving a Credit for the Fortifications at Boston
Hodgdon is receiving a credit of $29.25 for articles purchased for the fortifications at Boston.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Promotion and Secrets
Astounded that the General, to take over Hodgdon's position, has not called upon Hodgdon's office. Craig hopes its not that he has declined the position, although Craig believes he will tire of the …
James Robertson PapersPolitical Power and Settlement of Accounts
Craig believed Hodgdon's removal from office was to create a vacancy for Gen. Irvine. Craig surprised Irvine would want to take on a job that required attention to detail and calculations. Craig …
James Robertson PapersPlate & Copies Were All Burnt at the Destruction of Our Office, Etc.
Since the plate and copies were all lost in the fire that destroyed the War Office, Newman requests a copy of one of the commissons issued by the President to officers of the Volunteer Corps.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Outfitting Cannons, Lost Election
Cannons were received a while ago, General directed they be mounted on carriages immediately. Received notification that the "good old man" has lost the election.
James Robertson PapersNoting a Credit on the Account of Simeon North for 490 Pistols
Making note of a credit on the account of Simeon North for 490 pistols.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Glass Works and Pay for Read
Hopes to maintain correspondence regardless of Hodgdon's future pursuits. Requests selling price of pot ash and pearl ash. Inquires due to the increase in glass manufacture. Anticipated free time …
James Robertson PapersForwarding Authority for Making Purchases, Etc.
The deed has been delivered as requested by the Secretary of War. Since the records of Simmons' office have been consumed [by the fire], it will be necessary for Hodgdon to forward to him the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Election of President, Craig's Retirement
Wilkinson left Pittsburgh for the "seat of Government" at the beginning of the month, mentioned that gossip believed he would become Secretary of War while retaining his rank in the army. Mentioned …
James Robertson PapersDelayed Arrival and Promotion of General
Mail just arrived from the East, delay due to impassible conditions of the Susquehanna. Cannons of varying weights have arrived, destined for Presque Isle or Le Boeuf. Carriages for cannons to be …
James Robertson PapersCrediting Nathaniel Smith for 3000 Cartouch Boxes
Smith has received a credit for 3000 cartouch boxes; at $1.14 each the total is $3420.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Crediting Hodgdon's Accounts
Accounts of Archibald Crary as agent of fortifications at New Port, has received credit on books;
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Crediting Crocker for Items Furnished to Forts Johnson and Moultrie
Simmons asks Hodgdon to add a credit of $51.02 to Dodridge Crocker's accounts for items furnished to Forts Johnson and Moultrie.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Crediting $42.67 to Simon and Elijah House
Pays $42.67 credit on the account of the Houses.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Construction of Gun Carriages and New Administration
White oak of good quality has been on hand for 2 years and is being used by the carpenter and smith to construct gun carriages for the cannons shipped to Pittsburgh. Mentioned Congressional approval …
James Robertson PapersClothing Orders and Compensation
In the future, clothing orders will be packed up based on the needs of entire companies. Details on obtaining compensation for services rendered the Ordnance and Clothing Departments.
James Robertson PapersClothing Order and Reimbursement
Details of clothing shipped to several posts per General's orders. Mentioned claim Craig filed for extra services rendered to the military and the manner in which it was treated by McHenry and …
James Robertson PapersClothing Delivery to Fort Massac and Fort Adams
Craig packing clothing for troops at Fort Pickering and Fort Adams which is proving "most troublesome" due to General's instructions. Craig must open and repack all boxes and irregularities still …
James Robertson PapersCannon Carriages and Clothing
Noted mistake of receiving too many of one type of cannon as "extraordinary indeed." Carriages for guns being constructed by workmen. Craig reported that he has repacked and assembled a years worth …
James Robertson PapersBuilding Town and Appointment
Mounting of cannons on carriages is going forward, contracts for shell and shot have been made. Ten of the guns are already at Presque Isle. Col. Strong and his troops encamped on good ground …
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