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Nine Pounders to be Sold at Auction
Hodgdon notes that two long nine-pounders are to be sold at auction and inquires as to whether they should be purchased for public use.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.New Mode of Casting Shot, Etc.
Among other matters, Hodgdon discusses a new mode of casting shot which results in an even surface and greater precision in weight. Hodgdon doubts whether this new method actually produces better shot …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.New Army Arrangements
Among sundry supplty and transportation concerns, Hodgdon comments on the arrangement of the new Army and wonders how many men will be affected by it.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.New Act of Congress Discussed
Hamilton had not seen the recent Act of Congress regarding payment of seamen, shipmen, and officers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Negotiations of War and Peace
Refers to government. Possibility of declaration of war or of peace. Mentions Philadelphians who should be in Paris.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Necessary Forms Required Before Payment
Hodgdon informs Park that it is not customary to pay bills until they are presented and examined. Payment will be paid as soon as the necessary forms are completed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.My Willingness to Serve
Should an emergency arise, Hamilton expresses his willingness to serve in an army under Washington's leadership so long as the service he renders is proportional to the sacrifice he would make.
Alexander Hamilton PapersMy Sacrifices Are Overlooked, Etc.
Hodgdon confides in Wilkins that the many sacrifices he has made in his post are overlooked. The commendations he has received from the great men will probably be his only compensation.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.My Qualifications for Service
DeZeng presents his qualifications to serve in the provisional Army and offers to serve without emoluments.
Alexander Hamilton PapersMy Infinite Pleasure To Do You All the Service in My Power
While denigrating the abilities of the President of the United States and the Secretary of War, Gunn declares his availability to serve in the Provisional Army so long as he is not required to serve …
Alexander Hamilton PapersMy Ideas on the Subject of Your Letter
Along with an exteract explaining many of his thoughts on internal defense, Hamilton includes additional observations regarding the reduction of military forces, the efficacy of militias; defects in …
Alexander Hamilton PapersMy Ideas on Military Arrangements
Due to the current state of international affairs, especially the temporizing conduct of France, Hamilton advises against any immediate augmentation of the Army. Still, he lists a number of steps that …
Alexander Hamilton PapersMuskets, Blankets, & Clothing to John Harris
Hodgdon asks Hunt to send the muskets, blankets, and clothing he has on hand to John Harris.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Musket Stocks Under Order for Whitney & Elliott
Captain William Wallace is ready to receive the musket stocks under order from Whitney & Elliott and is prepared to sail on Wednesday next.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Musket Stocks to the Public Works at Springfield
Hodgdon discusses the urgency of getting the shipment of 3000 musket stocks to the Public Works at Springfield.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Musket Stocks to Springfield
Hodgdon discusses the process and cost of transporting three thousand musket stocks to Springfield.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Musket Stocks Fit for Use
Whitney is informed that 3,200 musket stocks are being sent to him and Nathan Elliott for immediate use. The vessel engaged for this purpose could hold no more than this amount so the remaing 1000 …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Musket Stocks Being Shipped to Springfield
Hodgdon informs Colonel Williams of the 3000 musket stocks being shipped to him by way of Hartford.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Mrs. Taylor's Application to Receive Her Husband's Monthly Allowance, Etc.
Letter, discusses payments made to ship carpenters; mentions Mrs. Taylor's application for her husband's allowance.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Mrs. Death's Monthly Allowance
Though possibly mistaken, Hodgdon has provided Mrs. Death with her usual monthly allowance.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Most Efficient Route to Springfield
Arms will be shipped to Archibald Crary at Springfield and forwarded to Providence. Hodgdon discusses the most efficient route for transporting them.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Mortification Due to the Conduct of the Wretch, Etc.
Along with a discussion of a number of supply and arms matters, Hodgdon expresses his mortification at the conduct of the individual who sought to move the furniture of the public offices to Trenton.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Money Received for the Sale of U.S. Lands
Since General Nevil has received a large sum for sale of land belonging to the United States, that money can be used for expenditures by agents of the Quartermaster's department which would include …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Money Paid the Ship Carpenters, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses a number of supply and account matters including the pay of the ship carpenters including those travelling to Detroit.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Mistake in the Order of Sherry Wine
Hodgdon notes a mistake in the order of sherry wine in which 12 casks were ordered instead of just two. If additional wine is needed, Wilkins should so advise.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
