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Seeks Formal Organization of Tennessee Troops
Concerns about the troops in Tennessee and their lack of formal organization with the provisional army. Discussion of Northwestern Territory.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Seeks Contractors for Different States
Encloses copy of letter to Mr. Huntington of New London as a contractor to supply troops in Connecticut. Similar letters have been sent to Mr. Jackson of Boston for Massachusetts and Jacob Schaff of …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Seeks Assurance for Shipment of Pattern Muskets to Baltimore
Reports that Sevi Hollingsworth has prepared a box of pattern muskets for delivery to John Kilty in Baltimore. Inquires after the mode of conveyance; hopes that a stage wagon will work if the weather …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Seeks Appointments for Vacancies in 13th Regiment
Submits list of candidates to fill vacancies in 13th regiment. Appointments have not yet been accepted or declined.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Seeks Addition of Agents for the Commissariate, Etc.
Asks for a list of the officers for Connecticut; requests paperwork supporting their approval. Responds to idea about chief agent for each department. Wonders if there is any arrangement for the …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Seeking assistance
Doctor Osborn is seeking Simmons' assistance; specifically, he is looking to receive back pay and forage. Simmons works as an accountant.
Samuel Osborn Papers, Misc. MSS. Coll., Mm8001407Sedgwicks's Many Concerns
In addition to a reference to an attempt to repeal the Alien and Sedition Acts, Sedgwick discusses the difficulties in supplying sufficient clothing to the troops in the widely dispersed Army. He …
Alexander Hamilton PapersSecond Company of A & E Should Be Ordered to Bretons Point, Etc.
Tousard makes a number of recommendations relative to the deployment of forces in the northeast.
Alexander Hamilton PapersSalary of $2000 Per Annum
Stevens states his preference for a salary of $2000 per year as agent to the War Department, dating from the date of his appointment.
Alexander Hamilton PapersReturn on Clothing in Philadelphia Public Store
Under Hodgdon's order, encloses return on clothing in Philadelphia public store.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Retail List of Brass Mounting; Instructions for Gunsmiths
Retail list of brass mounting. Requests that he redirect items as directed by the Secretary of War. Reports allowance of gunsmiths.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Restricts the Disbursal of Extra Clothing; Assures Shipment of Tents
Reports that the Secretary of War states that extra allowances of clothing are not permitted because the supply in the store is not enough. Sends the extra clothing from the last contract. A magazine …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Response to Request for General Account of Military and Medical Supplies
Expresses concern about feasibility of an account of expenditures for military and medical supplies. The general return requested by Hamilton will be completed as soon as possible, though he has …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Response to Request for Clothing and Supplies from Capt. John Bishop
Encloses letter from Captain John Bishop. Requests compliance with letter's request as he sees necessary. Confirms that requests for clothing and supplies must go through the correct requisition …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Response to List of Requested Articles
They are now in the process of looking at Craig's list of needed items. Because the statement is complete and explicit, Hodgdon refrains from other questions. Requests an immediate response.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Responds to Request for Communication with General Darke
Responds to request for copies of communication with General Darke as noted in newspapers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Responds to Need for Musket Stock, Superintendent's Horse
Responds to inquiry for hoop and red iron. Refers to the return of stores and the musket stocks damaged by fire. Promises to send supply of musket stocks by the first convenient conveyance. If the …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Responds to Concerns about Subordination & Strife of Superintendent
Regrets that iron purchased by Thomas Annelly has proved faulty. The iron requested is not at hand, but something will be managed. Acknowledges assistance of Mr. Brindley. Refers to human weakness and …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Respect for General St. Clair
General St. Clair is the ex officio Superintendent of Indian Affairs within the Northwestern Territory and should be treated with respect by the military officers within the sphere of his …
Alexander Hamilton PapersRequires Presence at Harper's Ferry to Report on Canal
A letter from John Mackey requires Brindley's presence at Harper's Ferry, as per request of the Secretary of War, to make a report on the canal effort. Brindley must prevent a local suspension of …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests Workmen to Repair, Clean Muskets in Store
Reports number of French muskets in store that need cleaning and repair. These muskets could then be used instead of contracting for new muskets. Seeks permission for workmen to clean and repair. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests Warrant to Pay Bill Due Quartermater General
Requests warrant to pay bills due to the Quartermaster General.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests Warrant to Pay Bill Due Quartermater General
Requests warrant to pay 6 bills drawn on Quartermaster General.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
