Samuel Hodgdon
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Requests Clothing
Reports new recruits without clothing. Had sent a return of clothing in August, during the fever season, and has not received a response. Has not heard from the Secretary of War about his request. …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Requests Capable Assistant for Dr. Strang to Deliver Pay Money
The Secretary of War requests a man of integrity and confidence to accompany Dr. Strang to Pittsburgh. Strang bears a considerable amount of money to pay the army. Requests someone completely mounted …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Requests Bills Drawn to John Belli
The Secretary of War requests action on bills drawn by John Belli. Requests that amounts be sent to apply for money from the Treasury Department.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Requests Arms to be Sent to Georgia
Requests muskets and bayonets. These arms should be good but not of the best sort. Also requests musket powder and lead.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Request to Transmit Money to Major Craig at Pittsburg
Transmit to Major Craig at Pittsburg $2500 for the Quarter Master General's Department.
Northwest Territory PapersRequest to Reimburse Presley Nevill; Receipt Acknowledged
Exchange for $100, pay to Colonel Presley Nevill. Nevill acknowledges receipt of payment.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Request to Forward Powder to Pittsburg
The Secretary of War approves decision to send powder to Pittsburgh; 17 half barrels of rifle powder and 3 half barrels of musket powder.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Request of Ordnance and Military Stores
The Secretary of War requests ordnance and military stores be prepared and forwarded to Pittsburgh to Major Craig. Lists items requested. Asks for a list of items on hand and items to be purchased, …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Request of Hats by Secretaries of Treasury and War
The Secretary of the Treasury requests arrangement of hats ordered from contractors Danacker and Young. The Secretary of War requests attention for arrangements for the protection of the hats from any …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Request from Captain Pratt for Delivery of Clothing and Blankets; Refers to Pay Roll
A clerk informs Hodgdon that Captain Pratt asks to deliver clothing. Refers to payrolls and blankets.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Request for Sending of Arms, Accoutrements, Ammunition & Clothing for Recruits
Directs that arms, ammunition, accoutrements, & clothing be sent to a man in Lancaster, with an equal amount to go to Carlisle [presumably Pennsylvania in both cases]. These are intended for the …
Knollenberg Collection, Group 26;Series 1Request for reimbursement, payment for Presley Nevill, General St Clair, winter quarters, and working conditions
From Isaac Craig at Pittsburg, enclosed is Michael Stevens receipt for payment of carriage of General St. Clair; baggage and store to Pittsburg. Mentions General Wayne. If this cannot be done, plan to …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Request for Issue of Uniform for John Byrne
The Secretary of War requests that a complete suit of uniform be issued to John Byrne, a recently disabled soldier of Captain Orme.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Request for Issue of Clothing to Knoxville
Directs the sending of soldiers' clothing to Knoxville, if possible via water routes as far as Richmond, Virginia.
Knollenberg Collection, Group 26;Series 1Request for information about Mr. Belli's Account for the Quartermaster General
John Stagg Chief Clerk inquires to what amount Mr Belli has drawn bills; which have Hodgdon accepted; and asks what sum of above for which no letter of advice have been received. Purpose is to inform …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Request for clothing, arms, and accoutrements to Captain Cornelius R. Sedam's recruits at New Brunswick New Jersey
John Stagg requests that Hodgdon forward clothing, arms, and accoutrements to Captain Cornelius R. Sedam's recruits at New Brunswick New Jersey. Shoes will be forwarded from New York.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Request for Cartridge Boxes
Cartridge boxes requested by Sec. of War.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of War [1A-F2] (RG46)Request for cartouche boxes from Mr Comegy to Samuel Hodgdon
Mr Comegy requests that Samuel Hodgdon order cartouche boxes.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Reports the Completion of an Order of Military Stores
Thomas Proctor reports that he tested artillery pieces. Used a double charge of powder, and 3 pound bullets in each. He takes the liberty of pronouncing them fully complete for the service of the …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Reports on treaty efforts at Sandusky; events in France
Reports that interpreter Jasper Parrish arrived with letter. Reports on travels, mentioning Fort Erie, Sandusky. Indians assembled at rapids of Miami of the Lake. Communication by post to Niagara not …
Timothy Pickering PapersReports News of Clothing Shipment for Lieutenant James Glenn's recruits in Shepherd's Town Virginia
Lieutenant James Glen of 4th Sub Legion acknowledges receipt of letter which informs that he will receive clothing for his recruits. He had given up hope of receiving clothing from the War Department …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Reports Misunderstanding about Bill for Arms Never Received
Expresses regret for misapprehension. Had collected part of the money due and paid Hodgdon by Mr. Miller while Hodgdon was on his way to the Western Country. Stevenson never received requested arms …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Reports Mistake in Clothing Shipment
Has just received the shipment of clothing, arms, and equipment. Reports mistake in shipment--received infantry coats instead of uniforms requested.
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Report on the State of Arms in Virginia
According to instructions, went to New London, Virginia, to view the public arms. Found damaged muskets because they were stored with salt. Reports number of bayonets, rammers. Refers to wood needed …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)Report on Creek Indian Affairs, hostility in south
Reports activity among forts in Georgia, Alabama, and Florida, between Mr. Seagrove and Major Habersham. Arrived from Fort Fidius and St. Mary's. Discusses paying the troops. Refers to James Seagrove, …
Second Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of the Treasury [2A-F2] (RG46)
