Samuel Hodgdon
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General Knox's Account for Wine
Knox directed Willings & Francis to submit his bill with them to Hodgdon, which they did in the summer. That bill has not been paid, so they send it again with additions.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forwarding of Correspondence Concerning Land
Acknowledges receipt of Hodgdon's latest letter, and encloses a partial copy of Wilkins' recent letter concerning land.
John Wilkins LetterbookForwarding Articles to Governors Island
"The Secretary of War requests your attention to forwarding the several articles, agreeably to the enclosed, to Governors Islands New York."
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Flannel for Proving Wheelin & Miller's Powder
Enclosed is an order for the flannel to be used in proving Wheelin and Miller's powder. The cartridges should be made and if any expense attends, pay the same and charge it to the public account.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Filling a Clerk's Vacancy in Hodgdon's Office
Having heard of a vacancy for a clerk in Hodgdon's office, Kennedy offers his services. He has previously been employed by Joseph Nourse, Register of the Treasury, for three years who should be …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Failure to Follow Instructions
McHenry observes that Hodgdon has failed to follow the instructions (effective 11 November 1796) for the Superintendent of Military Stores that require him to: report monthly on the state and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Facts Sufficient for His Conviction
Wigginton suspects James Perkins of malfeasance with respect to cannon shot purchased for the United States and believes he can gather enough proof to find him guilty. He can prove that his wagons …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Extra Pay for the Treaty of Greenville, Etc.
Dr. Brown reports that the elegant fox skin intended for Mrs. Hodgdon has been lost to the depredation of the moths. The enclosed account would have been paid long ago were it not for the death of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Explanation of Wilkins' Land Deals & Request for Hodgdon to See That They Are Paid Off
Informs Hodgdon of other circumstances surrounding Wilkins' land deals, which he details (including certificates supposedly taken out by others in Wilkins' name). Asks Hodgdon to see that the …
John Wilkins LetterbookExpediency of Suit Delivery
Orders to deliver infantry uniforms etc. and arms and accoutrements for recruits for immediate march to Westward territory.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndEquipment Intended for Taylor's Troop
The equipment that the Secretary of War intends for Taylor's Troop at Fort Fidius in Georgia should be addressed to Colonel Gaither's headquarters.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Encroachment of Intruders on Proprietary Land
Kirby describes in detail the efforts of squatters to take control of land owned by Hodgdon, Pickering, and Coxe. He worries that once these lawless hoards are permanently ensconced on the land, it …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Enclosed Return
Enclosed general return of commissary stores. Noted Mrs. Butler dangerously ill.
James Robertson PapersEnclosed Receipts from Indian Goods
Enclosed receipts for annuities and returns of clothing and Indian goods. Bemoans lack of system for maintaining accurate accounts of dispensation and payment.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Duck for the Use of the Sloop "Detroit"
The Secretary of the Treasury has been asked to issue a warrant in Hodgdon's favor for $558.43 from the Quartermaster's department fof the duck for the sloop "Detroit,."
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Draft for $1000 in Favor of Hugh McClure
Enclosed is Matthew Ernest's draft on Hodgdon for one thousand dollars drawn in favor of Hugh McClure that Hodgdon is asked to accept and return to Meeker.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Doctor Scandella
Mentioned arrival of Doctor Scandella, notable scientist, who will replace Doc. Brown who is detained in Canada with a broken leg. Orders to sell pack horse transporting receipts enclosed.
James Robertson PapersDisposition of Money Received by Captain Heth
Discusses the accounting of a sum of money received by Captain John Heth from John Wilkins of the Indian Department
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Disposal of the Articles at Fort Washington
The Secretary of War approves of the disposal of of the articles belonging to the Commissary's department at Fort Washington. Mr. Day, the Assistant Commissary, should be instructed accordingly and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Discussion of Recent Quartermaster Affairs, Including Power of Attorney to Draw Money to Honor Bills
Forwards to Hodgdon power of attorney to receive money from the Treasury to meet the bills sent from the Quartermaster Department. Also forwards Quartermaster Department cost estimates for March …
John Wilkins PapersDiscussion of Recent Bills Drawn
Discusses recent bills drawn, including one involving General Wilkinson.
John Wilkins LetterbookDiscussion of Discrepancies in Treasury Accounting
Mentions execution of power of attorney; main topic is a plea to rectify the accounts with the Treasury Department, there being a a vast difference of almost $90,000 between what will be charged to …
John Wilkins Letterbook
