Library of Congress: Manuscript Division
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Requests Appointments for Skilled LIeutenants Elliott, Gibson, and Dransy at Fort Mifflin and West Point
Encloses letter concerning organization of Captain Elliott's company. Requests Lieut. Gibson at Fort Mifflin as well due to his mechanical ability to superintend gun carriages for the different …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Ammunition for Captain Elliott's Detachment in Germantown
The Secretary of War requests information about an order to complete three-pounder ordnance. Captain Elliot's detachment is ready to load the ammunition. Suggests means of getting ammunition to them.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests Advance for Capt. Holt
Has shown letter to Secretary of War, who requests that an advance be made to Capt. Holt, that vouchers may be returned as soon as possible. Postscript to Captain Holt's letter on 4 July 1799, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests Adjustment of Embezzled Powder
Calls for an adjustment of the powder account, previously embezzled by the keeper of the magazine. Hopes that the missing powder will be returned in kind. Outlines the repercussions.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests Adherence to Former Laws While Outlining Provisional Army
Refers to earlier communications and information requested by the President and the Senate concerning matters of the provisional army. Requests that Hamilton refer to the existing laws.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Activity of Troops Under His Command
Requests activity from troops under his command.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Requests Accurate Inventory of Hogshead
According to the Secretary of War, before any clothing orders can be made, the contents of the hogsheads must be known. Requests that they be opened and an accurate inventory be sent to him as soon as …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Requests Abstracts, Vouchers, and Accounts
Requests abstracts, vouchers, and an account of all stores according to previous instruction. Refers to the arrival of Mr. King; hopes his actions have merited their expectations.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request to Settle Accounts with Jacob Sperry
Enclosed bill from Jacob Sperry with a translation of the bill. Requests collection of amount due, payable through Hodgdon.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request to Settle Account for Firewood for Col. Stevens on Governor's Island
Examination of vouchers for firewood for Col. Stevens's troops on Governor's Island reveals a question about the amount received. Requests the opinion of the accountant, who will most likely need to …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request to Pay Herbert, the Wagoner
Reports that Herbert the wagoner is on his way back with a few loads of various stores, including those for Mr. Wright. Requests Henley to receive Herbert and credit his account. Hodgdon paid Herbert …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request to Close Accounts in Preparation for Relocating Store
Reports necessity of removing public stores at Harper's Ferry; has informed John Mackey under orders of the Secretary of War. Requests that Langham take all of Mackey's receipts to enable him to close …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request for Tents, Clothing Supply for Fort Wolcott
Encloses statement of tents for garrisons recently requested by General Hamilton. Suggests checking supply on hand in the public store, taking care not to use tents intended for regimental use. …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request for Musket Stocks
Col. Joseph Williams has requested a supply of musket stocks. Suggests using the best seasoned stocks first, with the remaining to be used as needed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request for Money
Large sum of money due, Governor Sergent now a swindler, Sheaff requests not to pay.
Carson CollectionRequest for Items for Col. Stevens
Enclosed return was received this morning. Col. Stevens requests immediate shipment of all items except coats and vests.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request for Guidance
Dayton requested leave to speak with Hamilton on how to act at his current post.
Alexander Hamilton PapersRequest for Contract to Supply Recruits
Supply of troops to be stationed at Lewis town, Delaware.
Carson CollectionRequest for Clothing Supply
Acknowledges receipt of letter; refers to clothing supply requested by Captain Jonathon Toussard.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Request Clothing Delivery and Receipts for Regiments in Windsor, Vermont
Request to deliver public clothing left in Windsor, VT, for the effort to raise 12 regiments. Leverett should take 2 receipts, one to return to Hodgdon and the other to the paymaster of the regiment, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Request by John Nicholson for Anvil, Vise, and Flat Files
John Nicholson requests an anvil, vise, and flat files for work. The vise is in the public store and the anvil and flat files must be purchased.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports Troops Ordered to Insurrection
Offers $500 for the faithful discharge of duties. Refers to correspondence and post. Announces that all troops ordered to the insurrection have left their first destinations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reports Transition of Orders to Quartermaster General
Reports present and future orders to the Quartermaster General, who will provide transportation of articles and to whom to charge items. Requests inclusion of Quartermaster General in invoices.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports that McKee's Baggage has been Forwarded
Reports that McKee's luggage was forwarded in a wagon belonging to Andrew Mars. Is glad that the horse acts as expected.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Reports that Isaac Craig will Settle Accounts with Jacob Death
Reports that Major Craig is present and consents to the balance due from Jacob Death.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.
