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Theodolite to DeLeyritz & Clothing to Shoemaker
The theodolite is to be delivered to Alexis De Leyritz and the clothing is to be delivered to Lt. [Peter] Shoemaker.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Sun Begins to Shine
McHenry informs Hamilton that he has received the President's letter with the commissions for the three generals.
Alexander Hamilton PapersThe Secretary's Son Lies Dangerously Ill, Etc.
Among other matters, Hodgdon notes that McHenry's eldest son is dangerously ill at Trenton and McHenry's own ill health retards the business of the War Office.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Request of Mr. Wharton
Hamilton discusses the request of Mr. Wharton for a position in the military establishment but doubts that there is anything available with regard to employment as a Clerk or secretary to a general …
Alexander Hamilton PapersThe Prospect of War, Etc.
Among sundry supply matters, Hodgdon discusses the prospect of war [with France} and hopes that Americans will conduct themselves like men determined to be free.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Practice of Firing a Morning & Evening Gun & Sundry Other Issues
Hodgdon addresses multiple supply and ordnance questions.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Practice of Annexing Counties to Names
Hamilton notes that the practice of annexing counties to the names of military nominations will almost certainly lead to errors and provides one example of such an error.
Alexander Hamilton PapersThe Other Five Four Pounders at Your Post
In reference to the ten four pounders at West Point, Fleming had indicated that five are uniform in length and weight. Hodgdon wants to know whether the other five are a medley or uniform in any …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Necessity of Calling You Into Service
Among other matters, Wolcott suggests to Hamilton that he replace McHenry as Secretary of War. He discusses the claims of British creditors and the progress of sickness in Philadelphia
Alexander Hamilton PapersThe Melancholy State of Our City
Although he and his family enjoy good health, Hodgdon mourns the deaths caused by the disease infecting Philadelphia.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Fever Still Rages, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses sundry supply matters and laments that the fever is still claiming lives in Philadelphia.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Fever Seems to Abate
Along with a discussion of sundry supply matters, Hodgdon expresses his relief that the fever seems to be abating in Philadelphia due probably to the colder weather.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Fate of Clothing Shipped to Colonel Strong
Hodgdon wonders why the clothing sent to Colonel Strong in September 1797 did not reach him until August 1798, much of it in damaged condition.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The City Is Nearly Depopulated
Along with supply concerns, Hodgdon notes that Philadelphia is nearly depopulated due to fears of the fever that has infested it. The health of the Secretary of War does seem to be improving.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Business at Harpers Ferry
In order to get the business at Harpers Ferry moving, it is necessary to get the tools to begin the work. An inventory of wanted tools is enclosed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Bill Cannot be Taken Up at Present
Letter, informs re status of bill; discusses Major Langham's accounts.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.The Affair of General Knox Perplexes Me
Hamilton expresses his bewilderment that General Knox seems reluctant to serve as his subordinate in the Provisional Army and encloses a draft of a letter that McHenry can use as a response to Knox.
Alexander Hamilton PapersTestimonies of My Military Conduct
Murarius presents testimonies of his military conduct for Hamilton's perusal.
Alexander Hamilton PapersTents, Field Pieces, Sheds, Etc.
Among other matters, Hodgdon discusses the shortage of tents, the availability of field pieces, and the need to construct a shed to shelter the pieces.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Tents to Philadelphia
Hodgdon orders that horsemen's tents and common tents be sent immediately by water to Philadelphia.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Tents for Capt. Blackburn at Norfolk, Etc.
Bedinger is ordered to send tents to Capt. Blackburn at Norfolk. Hodgdon needs to wait for further information from Major Langham before he can settle with Maryland. The amount for transporting the …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Temporary Delay in Forwarding the Musical Instruments
Hodgdon discusses the reasons for the delay in forwarding the musical instruments and warns of the possibility of war [with France].
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sword Belts With or Without Buckles, Etc.
Among other concerns, Hodgdon has compared sword belts with buckles with those without buckles and has determined that the ones with buckles are worth the extra twelve cents it costs to make them.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Survey of the Public Buildings at Carlisle
Hodgdon recommends a survey of the public buildings at Carlisle by professional men and an estimate of the cost of repairing the buildings that need it.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Support for Hamilton's Appointment
In some detail, Pickering expresses his support for Hamilton in the ongoing controversy over Hamilton's being appointed Inspector General over Generals Knox and Pinckney.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
