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Satisfactory Answers to the Following Questions
Hodgdon has a number of questions for contractors Wheelen & Miller regarding an order for powder that they have either not received or ignored.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Saltpeter to Philadelphia Under Perfect Security
Hodgdon orders Halsey to deliver a quantity of saltpeter to Philadelphia with all convenient speed and under perfect security.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sale of Tools & Care of Military Stores, Etc.
Letter, directs sale of tools & care of military stores; discusses transportation of ordnance.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Sale of Blankets, Canteens, & Other Stores
Letter, asks for information re sale of public stores furnished the troops employed in the western expedition.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Salary for Inspecting Army Uniforms
Letter, describes salary for inspecting Army uniforms.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Saddlery for a Company of Dragoons
Hodgdon encloses an estimate for saddlery of a company of dragoons. Neither arms nor clothing are included but they can be obtained at other posts.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Rumor Relative to the Removal of My Office, Etc.
Along with a discussion of stores sent to Springfield, Hodgdon assures Jones that the rumors regarding the removal of Hodgdon's office are false.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Response to Questions about Cash Advances for Officers
Responds to questions about cash allowances to officers, hoping to augment the potential service of the US army. Plans to submit names to heads of departments and the attorney general.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Response to Information that Inferior Muskets Distributed
Hodgdon responds to Williams' letter stating the that muskets delivered are not the same as the pattern muskets examined and approved by Hodgdon and the Secretary of War. He asks Williams to write …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Responding to Captain Burton's Inquiry
Hodgdon requests a directive in response to Capt. Burton's desire to turn in the property of the United States and draw arms and accoutrements for whole.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Resolving Mr. Perkins' Situation
Mr. Perkins is at a loss as to whether to proceed to his post or wait to procure the men expected to be picked up in Philadelphia. He does not want wait too much longer as winter weather approaches.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requires Signed Receipt to Pay Money Due
It is not proper to remit the small sum requested because no one is authorized to sign the receipt, unless he has a friend there who can sign. In that case, the money will be paid to his order. If no …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests Service for Campbell Smith and Major Cushing
Refers to Lieut. Campbell Smith, who has permission to visit his relatives in Baltimore. Requests information on his return and the service of Major Cushing. Has sent money.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Return of Flag Used by Washington
Considers McHenry an old friend, and hopes to see him soon along with Mrs. McHenry and their family. Refers to a color staff used by her grandfather either in the Revolutionary War or the French war, …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Order for Further Supplies
Letter, requests order for further supplies.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests List of Nominations for the President
The President has requested a list of nominations for observations from the department heads. Smith's name will stand. Has heard nothing from General Pinckney about a military school. Seeks …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Instructions for Department Funds; Recommends Captain Hawker
Requests information about departmental funds. Refers to recommendation of Captain Hawker for the navy.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Info about Bank of Baltimore Stocks; Reports Son's Army Activity
Refers to previous purchase of stock with the Bank of Baltimore. Reports that son George is not as anxious to quit the army because of the change in his seniors, although it remains difficult.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Defense of US Merchant Ships against French
Outlines clerkship duties. Refers to bills of direct tax and to authorize defense of US merchant ships against the French.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Confidential Opinion of Arrangements
Refers to previous communications. Requests opinion about proposed arrangement. Requests confidentiality.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Careful Communication and Explanation
Encloses explanation. Requests careful communication, not in writing.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Attention to Forthcoming Report of British Forces
Encloses letter. Promises to write a full report of the British forces. Requests earliest attention.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requesting a Warrant for $11,269
In order to pay drafts from the Quartermaster General and Major Isaac Craig, Hodgdon requests a warrant for $11,269.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
