Samuel Hodgdon
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I Have Indeed Been Suffering, Etc.
Ignoring, as usual, the principle that the purpose of handwriting is to communicate, Sargent mentions accepting an appointment, and that he has indeed been sufffering. He refers to the Secretary's …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)I Am Ready to Supply Cannon Balls
Byers is part owner of a blast furnace in Springfield and stands ready to provide the United States with cannon balls. He wants to know who negotiates contracts for the US, what quantity and size of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Hundred Bale & Chest of Arms Received
Brock has complied with the letter of October 30th and confirms that the hundred bale and chest of arms were received in good order though not yet minutely examined.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horses Needed to Transport Public Goods
The load of public goods are at Witmers in the wagon that brought them up. Since the wagoner Isaac Philips was unable to pay the balance for the team he bought from a neighbor, the man retrieved his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Horses delivered to Chickasaw chiefs
Encloses the register of five horses delivered to Chickasaw chiefs. Adds that he has no invoice of the public clothing for Colonel Butler, requesting that it be sent immediately.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)His Excellency Should Cause Me to be Arrested, Etc., Etc.
Sargent provides exhaustive, and legible, details regarding an incident in which His Excellency caused him to be arrested for his own suit for the sum of two thousand dollars which are professed to be …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Gunstocks Not Sent Before the River Froze, Etc.
Enclosed is the account for the repair of arms including the cleaning of 460 carbines. Cranch apologizes for not sending the gun stocks before the river froze. He wants to know the price of the stocks …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Guns Transported to Hartford
The shot, shells, and five inch howitzers have been sent to Hartford. The six-pounders and three-pounders with their carriages and implements will be sent to Hartford and put on board a sloop loaded …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Guns Stocks to be Transported to Hartford and Springfield
Wolcott inquires about the number of gun stocks that can be transported to Hartford. He asks about the expense of delivering them to the public stores in Springfield. He asks whether a vessel could be …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Gun Stocks Needed at West Point
Captain Gee, whose sloop travels between West Point and New York, told Fleming that on his next trip he would bring the gun stocks. Unfortunately, because of the ice the stocks are still in New York. …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Great Want of Clothing at Governors Island
The Secretary of War had informed Frye that a quantity of clothing and some sergeant's and musician's swords would be forwarded to him at Governors Island. He has yet to receive them and emphasizes …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Great Risk Remaining in the City, Etc.
Wilkins expects to have permission to proceed to Philadelphia shortly. At that time, he hopes to complete the arrangements respecting the stores. There will be a considerable supply needed for the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Goods Conveyed at the First Safe Opportunity, Etc.
The Collector is at present to the northward while he recovers his health but Hodgdon should be assured that the goods, when landed, will be conveyed at the first safe opportunity.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Good Health though Surrounded by Death, Etc.
Comegys is grateful that Hodgdon and his family are well despite being surrounded by death. He has recovered from a severe illness and is joyful that his good lady has presented him with a charming …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)George Washington to Command Once More the Armies of the United States
Butler rejoices at the prospect that George Washington will once more assume command of the Army of the United States.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)General Wilkins' Power of Attorney
"Pursuant to your request, I have the honor to transmit the enclosed copy of General Wilkins' Power of Attorney."
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Furnish the Statement Mentioned Therein
Enclosed is a copy of a letter from the accountant of the War Department. Hodgdon is asked to furnish him with the statement mentioned therein as soon as possible.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Forward the Enclosed Speedily
Mrs. Murray wrote copiously in response to Hodgdon's letter and asks him to forward the enclosed as speedily as possible.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Final Resolution of this Unprofitable Business
Faesch had long since hoped to see Hodgdon to discuss the subject of shot but so far has been disappointed. If the Secretary of War agrees, there should be a final resolution of this unprofitable …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Feneau's Newspaper Instead of the Aurora, Etc.
Major Craig requests that Hodgdon not send him the Philadelphia Aurora newspaper. Craig asks to be sent Fenno's newspaper instead. Craig acknowledges advances received for carpenters.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Fate of the Appointment of Peter Beates
Mrs. Beates knows of Hodgdon's sensibility and his friendship with her revered parents. Most of her meager earnings support her and her impaired health. Peter is anxious to know the fate of his …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Failure to Settle the Commissary Account, Etc.
Major Craig expresses displeasure to Hodgdon over the failure to settle the commissary account. Craig also notes that neither Indian goods nor trucks have been received.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Exposing Your Family to the Contagion
Caldwell expresses his concern regarding Hodgdon's family relative to the spread of yellow fever in Philadelphia. He argues that keeping his family in the city increases everyone's exposure to the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Explanation of Army Appointments
Major Craig requests an explanation of army appointments from Samuel Hodgdon.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
