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Disposing of the Public Horse in Your Possession
In order to avoid the expense of keeping the public horse in Lt. Shoemaker's possession, it should be sold if fair value can be obtained.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Disposal of Useless Gun Barrels, Ramrods, & Bayonets
Among other matters, Hodgdon instructs Ames to sell all useless gun barrels, ramrods, and bayonets, but if there is any possibility of public use they should be retained. Money earned from the sale of …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Discussion of Market Prices
Addresses concerns of market and costs. Mentions the French Revolution.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Diplomatic Events and People
Refers to other governments. Mentions dreadful winter and interactions with different people.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Commission as Major General
Writes about commissions to three Major Generals. Seeks information for Knox and Hamilton.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Chivalry among Troops
Refers to latest bout of yellow fever. Speaks of patriotism and heroism of troops with the discussion of appropriate mottos.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Case of Lieut. Col. Stephen Rochefontaine in Court of Inquiry
Encloses documents supporting Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Rochfontaine. Describes Court of Inquires. Discusses charges, observations, and potential court martial.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Appointments of Brooks and North
Returns blank commissions. Speaks disparagingly of Major Brooks's appointment. Defers to McHenry and Stoddart to make decision as he considers Brooks a total stranger. Discusses appointment of General …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Appointment of Officers by Washington
Refers to negative words between Knox, Hamilton, and Pinckney in regards to congressional appointment. Mentions right of Washington to appoint officers and staff.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Affairs with Georgia Governor, Brooks, Morgan, Rhode Island
Recognizes difficulty to please governor of Georgia; lists items sent to troops there. Has no relationship with Brooks. Encloses correspondence from several different people about different movements …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Activity in the Northwestern Territory
Reports interaction with the Paymaster General for bills in the Northwestern Territory. Refers to French troops. Mentions governors' discretion at calling up militias. Discussion of reports from …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Volunteer for Washington
Reports conversation with General Washington about Carroll's volunteering. Can not recommend his name to the President.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Public Service, Rank of Washington, Knox, and Pinckney
Refers to the public service of Washington, and promises the assistance of a secretary. Compares rank of Knox and Washington.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses International Affairs
Talks about activities and affairs between the Hague and Philadelphia--who works on what and with whom. Mentions diplomatic relations with several different countries.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discusses Differing Opinions on War, Party Factions
Mentions war and bolstering party factions in the US. Speaks of differing opinions.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discontent & Disgust in This Territory
Wilkinson comments on the discontent in the southern territory evidenced by the withdrawal of several notables to the adjoining Spanish Territory. He lists three essentials to the preservation of …
Alexander Hamilton PapersDischarging Fifteen Acceptances
In order to discharge fifteen acceptances on the Quartermaster General's drafts, Hodgdon requests the issue of a draft in his favor, to be charged to the Quartermaster General.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Discharging Accepted Bills
Hodgdon requests a warrant to discharge nineteen accepted bills in the Quartermaster's department.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Disappointing Delay in Complying with Your Engagement
Hodgdon expresses his disappointment that Miller's firm has not delivered the powder that they promised and inquires as to when that obligation will be met.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Directions as to Forwarding Goods
Letter, directs public stores to be forwarded.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Difficulty in Transporting Pattern Muskets
Hodgdon discusses the difficulty of transporting the pattern muskets to Kilty either by land or water during the winter.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Detention of the Box of Pattern Muskets
Hodgdon is concerned about the detention of the box of pattern muskets because one hundred people will remain idle until they arrive. He will do his best to find them.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Detaching Wheels & Limbers
Capt. Frye is asked to assist Melancton Smith in detaching the wheels and limbers from their carriages before they are transported so that they can easily be reassembled at their destination.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Destitute of Company & Orderly Books, Sealing Wax, & Red Ink Powder
Letter, asks for stationery supplies.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
