Library of Congress: Manuscript Division
2075 documents
Files, Pod Augers, & Ship Saws, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses sundry supplies being sent to Major Craig at Pittsburgh.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Files Offered for Sale
Hodgdon discusses files that are offered for sale at reasonable terms and recommends purchasing them for the new armory.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Fifty Chests Made of Common Dimensions, Etc.
Among other matters, Briant is ordered to have on hand fifty chests with common dimensions, suited to hold 25 muskets and bayonets when filled.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Federalism is Completely Triumphant, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses sundry supply and political matters and reports on the fever in Philadelphia which seemed to have abated but deaths continue to plague the city.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Fearful of Sums Being Drawn from the Missing Money
Letter, discusses missing money; mentions that the Postmaster General's office is checking the dead letters.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Fate of the Shot & Kentledge Cast by Mr. Faesch, Etc.
Among other matters, Hodgdon announces his attention to go to Elizabeth Town and York to ascertain the fate of the shot and kentledge cast by Mr. Faesch for the use of the public.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Extending Our Internal Means of Defense
Since Otis has been appoined Chairman of a committee to consider extending American internal means of defense, he asks to meet with Hamilton to obtain his advice on a number of related concerns.
Alexander Hamilton PapersExpresses Concerns about Elections
Concerns about local elections; mentions Smith's interests and opposition. Refers to election of Craik and Dart. Expresses concern about elections in Maryland but has high hopes for elections in …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concern about Zacharias Coxes and Citizens of Tennessee
Encloses two letters on the subject of Zacharias Coxes. Hopes to explain measures taken to defeat this matter with Lieut. Col. Butler and Silas Dinsmore, with concern for the citizens of Tennessee.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concern about Men in Army who Oppose Government
Expresses concern about an army comprised of men who have opposed the government.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Expresses Concern about Indians, Citizens
Refers to correspondence from Lieut. Col. Butler regarding Coxe. Questions support from the government and the state of Tennessee. Questions whether these Indians should escape the measures taken by …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Explanation from Mr. Glen
Hodgdon notes that Mr. Glen's explanation is enclosed so a decision will be required from McHenry.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Explaining Mr. Shute's Account
Hodgdon expresses his confusion regarding Mr. Shute's account and asks Smith to provide clarification.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expenditures at Pittsburgh, Etc.
Hodgdon observes that the money in General Nevil's hands should cover the expenditures at Pittsburgh which will prevent Major Craig from drawing elsewhere until that sum is expended.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expedition Against the Insurgents
Hodgdon discusses the operations of the War Department during the expedition against the insurgents in 1793 when the Secretary of War was absent and Colonel Hamilton was in charge.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Expectations Relative to Your Pay, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses sundry aspects of Craig's account.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Estimates to an Amazing Amount, Etc.
Hodgdon assures Wilkiins that his drafts have been presented and honored.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Estimates for the Needs of Posts & For Transportation
Hodgdon provides a detailed explanation of his estimates for the posts of Georgia and Tennesseeand for transportation, with the understanding that circumstances may require additions.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Estimate Received from Major Langham
Major Langham's estimate has been received and he has drawn on Hodgdon in favor of Baker & Comiges
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Estimate Presented by Capt. Holt
Hodgdon asks McHenry to assess the propriety of Capt. [Thomas] Holt's account which has been submitted as an account offered for liquidation.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Estimate of Stationery for 1798
Letter, encloses estimate for stationery.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Erecting an Armory & Arsenal at Harpers Ferry
Hodgdon asks Brindley for advice and assistance related to the race to erect an armory and arsenal at Harpers Ferry on the Potomac.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Equipage to be Forwarded to Pittsburgh
The Commanding General has ordered the Quartermaster to forward to Pittsburgh a supply of horsemen's tents, common tents, and sheet iron for camp kettles.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Equipage for a Much Greater Number of Men
Hodgdon discusses the additonal amount of equipage that will be needed as a result of Acts and regulations made by Congress.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Entitling the Vessel to Her Freight
Capt. Eddins is asked to confirm that the articles sent to him match what is listed on the invoice and bill of lading so that the vessel will be entited to her freight.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
