Library of Congress: Manuscript Division
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Proving the Swords at Middleton
Hodgdon believes that Mr. Orr is qualified to go to Middleton to prove the swords made by Mr. Starr but, if he not acceptable, Mr. Annelly can also be recommended.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Proving the Powder Lately Purchased
Major Fleming has been dispatched to New York to prove the recently purchased powder with a 5 1/2 inch howitzer.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Proving the Cannon at Your Furnace
Letter, advises re cannon powder & shot being sent for proving cannon.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Proposes Post to Protect against Spanish Troops
Refers to idea of forming a principal post to protect against Spanish troops. Encloses instructions and dispatches.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Proposes Himself for the Job
Proposes himself as the right person to fulfill the job.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Proposed Canal at Harpers Ferry
Hodgdon believes that the canal at Harpers Ferry should be supplied with water from the Potomac River.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Propietors Have Treated Me Shamefully, Etc.
Along with discussing the means of settling Smith's account, Hodgdon expresses his dismay at the shameful treatment to which he has been subjected by the proprietors of the Amboy conveyances who have …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Proper Characters for Officers, Etc.
Though he is not yet exercising the functions of his military office, Hamilton comments on the instructions for the Recruiting Service and the appointment of Colonel Ogden to command a Regiment.
Alexander Hamilton PapersPrompt Attention to the Articles Consigned
Hodgdon expresses concern that the invoice of anvils, vices, and rolled iron has not yet reached Smith.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Profitable Employment of Mr. Small, Etc.
Hodgdon recommends that Mr. Small be employed to best advantage on the Potomac project under the supervision of Mr. Mackey. Collecting materials for the project will be part of his duties and such …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Procuring Sleighs at Poughkeepsie
Hodgdon discusses the possibility of purchasing sleighs at Poughkeepsie as a means of transporting clothing to Oswego.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Proceedings of a Garrison Court Martial Held on Governors Island
The transcipt of the trials of two soldiers both of whom were found guilty.
Alexander Hamilton PapersPrice of Copper Hoops
Hodgdon ruminates on the price of copper hoops, the employment of Capt. Fleming elsewhere, and the inevitability of war.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Preventing Payments Until Due
Hodgdon laments that the derangement have affected so much that he will prevent any payments until they're due.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Pressing Matters Related to Articles of Clothing
Hodgdon discusses matters related to clothing, especially that associated with Thomas Billington.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Preservation of the Health of Persons Working in the Public Stores
Hodgdon lists the articles needed to protect the health of the people working in the public stores during the summer months.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Prepares Report for the President
Refers to the English system. Is preparing a report for the President.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Preparations for Work on the Canal
Hodgdon discusses the preparations being made for the digging of the proposed canal.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Preparations for the Work on the Canal
Hodgdon informs Mackey of the preparations being made for work on the new canal.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Preparations & Enlistments for Deployment of Frigate United States
Orders Barry to immediately return to the frigate United States, of which he is commander, and make her ready for sea. The lieutenant of Marines is to enlist men for his contingent, and specifies the …
John Barry Collection.Preparation for War
Hodgdon observes that every possible preparation is being made for the war that seems inevitable and the people appear ready to meet the challenge.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Praises Mr. Carroll, Washington's Aid; Believes Washington Will Not Make Appointments
Expresses pleasure at seeing Mr. Carroll, an aid to Washington. Does not believe the General will make any appointments for some time.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Powder Purchased by Mr. De Saussure
Hodgdon acknowledges receipt of Steele's letter regarding the powder purchased by Mr. De Saussure in Charleston.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Powder Is an Essential Article
Francis is asked to return seventy barrels of powder to Mr. Harris so that the amount will appear on Hodgdon's return.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Powder at the Magazine on the Schuylkill
Hodgdon describes the limited amounts of powder available at the magazine on the Schuylkill River and notes that much more should be ordered from New York to fill the uses most applied for.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
