Samuel Hodgdon
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Transport of Supplies to Portland
Advises that ordnance stores should be sent to Portland by a vessel that is soon to depart from Philadelphia.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Transport and Delivery of Stores
Discussed shipments of goods on the Sloop Sally sailing out of Albany, NY. Enclosed receipts for the cost of transportation and travel. Delivery of goods with speed was of most importance.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Transport and Delivery of Stores
Mentions shot sent with the teamster and price for hauling shot, balls, and shells.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)Transport and Delivery of Stores
[Assumed to be Hodgdon's] letter of [20-29th?] of June for the Sloop Herald with case and shot and sundry hospital stores has been received, together with the articles which are delivered to their …
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)To What Extent Has This Order been Complied With
Enclosed is a list of military stores that have been ordered to Boston. Fox wants to know the extent to which this order has been complied with.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Small Trunk with Due Bills, Etc.
At Niagara Town Mr. Williams took charge of Edward Day's baggage which contains the small trunk with the due bills. Those issued to James Caldwell will be faitfully transmitted by special messenger if …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Sheriff Will Keep a Sharp Lookout for Phillips, Etc.
Anderson has agreed that since Henderson is well recommended, he will take the load on Thursday and will be paid enough to provide sufficient security for the safe delivery of the goods. The Sheriff …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Powder Magazine at Old Fort Clinton
Fleming is forwarding to the Secretary of War a sketch of the rebuilt north wall of the powder magazine in old Fort Clinton. After having viewed the side wall taken down and the ends of the timber of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Governor's Wine & the General's Candles
Major Craig discusses the handling of the Governor's wine and the General's candles with Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Fever is So Mortal in Your City, Etc.
Caldwell has a certificate from Abraham Kirkpatrick, late Commissary General in Wayne's army, for a sum due him for services rendered as Assistant Commissary. Apparently the fever is so mortal in …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Equal of Any Mechanic on the Continent
George Way has learned from the newspapers that the President has been empowered by Congress to raise more troops who will obviously need equipment. He therefore touts his capacity for constructing …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Doctor Ordered Me Bled Immediately
Bass admits that he is not able to attend to business because he is very unwell and confined to his bed. He had a violent fever the previous evening and sent for a doctor who ordered him bled …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)The Desertion of Philadelphia, Etc.
Clifford wants a check for $1000 sent to him and his brother as soon as it is convenient. They have large engagements to meet but are deprived of their ususual sources due to the desertion of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Ten Bills Drawn in Favor of Francis Jones
Ten bills, for a total of $6000, have been drawn on Hodgdon in favor of Francis Jones. The bills are numbered 106 - 115.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Taken Unwell with a Violent Fever
Bass admits that he is not able to attend to business because he is very unwell and confined to his bed. He had a violent fever the previous evening and sent for a doctor who ordered him bled …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Supplying Meat, Drink, Clothing, & Medicine, Etc.
Amidst a discussion of supply and accounting matters, Ames want to know whether the clothing for the apprentices is to be considered articles for the use of the factory procured by Colonel Williams. …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Supply of Troops
Craig listed supply of several posts and goods allocated to each company.
Fifth Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of War [5A-F2] (RG46) (M1074, Roll 3)Supplies Without Which I Will Absolutely Suffer
Sargent asks for numerous supplies, including large quantities of wine, coffee, and brandy, which he must have before winter and without which he will absolutely suffer. He has asked for permission to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Supplies for Capt. Brock's Company
Transmit to Baltimore for the use of Capt. James Brock's Company of Artillerists and Engineers the following: six hats, six vests, twelve pair of woolen overalls, twelve pair of socks, twelve pair of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Suit of Law Relative to the Debt of Captain Wylie
Power solicits Hodgdon's advice regarding a law suit against him relative to the debt of Captain Thomas Wylie on the presumption that Power had received his commutation and land warrant in his role as …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Suit Between Colonel Sargent and General St. Clair
Colonel Sargent has asked Cutler to forward information with legal documents respecting a suit pending between him and General St. Clair of the Northwestern Territory. Even though Cutler is unable to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Sugar and Coffee Needed at Knoxville
Sugar and coffee and other merchandise are costly to the purchaser in Knoxville. Therefore, Wright asks that a small quantity of these articles be sent with Colonel Henley's wagoner. He will pay for …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Subscription to the "Country Porcupine," Etc.
With the permission of the Secretary of War, Wilkins plans to travel to Philadelphia where he hopes to meet with Hodgdon and thank him for the many favors he has provided. He also will purchase the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Stores Purchased for the Naval Yard at Portsmouth
Quincy discusses sundry supply matters at the Naval Yard at Portsmouth. He mentions both the frigate under construction and the Algerian frigate.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
