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Regarding the War Department seal
The Post Master has Received the War Department Large Seal; Hogdon Requests Information about the Small Seal
Letterbook of the Purveyor of Public Supplies, May2, 1800-Jul 24, 1802. 1 Vol. (RG45)Regarding the Swords
Williams has written to Mr. Starr regarding the swords and will let Hodgdon know as soon as he receives an answer.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Regarding the surrender of the fort at St. Marks, Florida, and plans to retake
From Fort Wilkinson, Hawkins discusses the unexpected surrender of Fort St. Marks and notes that this has emboldened the mischief makers and encouraged plunder and conquest of Floridas. Hawkins says …
Miscellaneous File, 1800-1917. (RG94)Regarding the surrender of the fort at St. Marks, Florida, and plans to retake
Gelabert provides intelligence on the surrender of the fort at St Marks at Appalache Bay, Florida. Bowles ran away with Captain of Brig Sheerwater, which indians had captured. Discusses plans by …
Reservation File of the Office of the Judge Advocate General (Army), Ca. 1800-1950. (RG153)Regarding the Supposed Button Contract, and Andrew Ellicot's Articles in the Public Stores
Refers to the ongoing investigation of Mr. Martin's supposed verbal contract for buttons with the previous purveyor, the late Tench Francis. Hodgdon, after reviewing the evidence, has arrived at a …
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Regarding the Settling of Accounts with Gunlock Agents
Informs Dexter that attempts are being made to obtain and pay for gun locks previously contracted for the "Military Department;" asks that Dexter keep the current purveyor informed of the situation.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Regarding the Quarter Master General's duties and accounts
Relative to accounts of John Wilkins Jr., Quarter Master General. Notes that Wilkins was not furnished with with any instruction as to his particular duties.
Letters Received by Predecessors of the Chief of Ordinance, 1797-1810. (RG156)Regarding the Issue and Shortage of Uniforms
Letter, discusses the issue and shortages of uniforms.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndRegarding the cost of Cartouche Boxes and Cross Belts
Responds to McHenry request for estimate of cost of cartouche boxes and cross belts. Makes reference to the offices opening at Washington.
Letterbook of the Purveyor of Public Supplies, May2, 1800-Jul 24, 1802. 1 Vol. (RG45)Regarding supply of rations at Springfield armory
Dexter informs Byers and Dwight of a warrant issued to secure rations for the Armory at Springfield.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding Saltpeter for Gunpowder Manufacture
Informs Whelen that the 100 bags of saltpeter sent for refining into gunpowder were received, and that tests have been undertaken to see how much pure saltpeter may be gotten out of the unrefined …
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Regarding Replacement of a Commission Plate
Refers to the replacement of a commission plate and a print struck from it.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Regarding payment to Benjamin Overholser
Refers to articles for which Benjamin Overholser received payment for transportation. Were private property of Major George Stevenson of 10th Regiment.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Regarding payment of officers
Dexter directs the payment of officers for rations.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding payment of Major Johnson's detachment
Dexter informs Claiborne that Major Johnson's detachment of militia will have their claims settled by the accountant of the Treasury.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)Regarding pay and emoluments
This letter authorizes the Paymaster General to disburse the pay of Captain Campbell Smith to a designated representative, Captain Francis Huger.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Regarding pay and allowances
This letter informs Captain McCall that Captain Webb is entitled to compensation and Major Freeman is entitled to double rations.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Regarding Order of Hides to Be Used for Covering Ammunition
Informs Whelen that the hides in question are for covering ammunition, and gives specifications for such articles. A note, possibly by Whelen, is appended.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Regarding Order of Espontoons for Officers
Letter, directs order of espontoons for officers.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndRegarding licensing of John Chisolm
Received last letter and seeks to explain licensing of John Chisolm.
Letters Sent by David Henley, Agent of the War Department, May 1, 1799-May 7, 1800. (RG217)Regarding John Harris' Request for Rifles to complete the Indian annuities
Purveyor's office informs Hodgdon that John Harris wants five rifles to complete the Indian annuities. Requests direction from Hodgdon to sell that number to the purveyor's office.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Regarding inefficient cannon
The Secretary at War directs Lieutenant Colonel Lewis Tousard to consult Captain Elliot regarding the serviceability of designated cannon. Mentions defects in the cannon as greater than those stated …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relating to Military Affairs (Military Books), Nov 12, 1800-Dec 31, 1889. (RG107) (M6)Regarding Hodgdon's accounts
Examination of sundry accounts and request for papers confirming charges
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Regarding Hat & Button Orders; Items Requested for War Department Intendant's Office
Refers to orders of artillerists' hats and buttons; requests issue of a company book and two pen knives for use by the War Department Intendant's Office.
Consolidated Correspondence File, 1794-1890. (RG92)Regarding fortifications
Regarding fortifications. Discusses appropriations, suspension of work.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Secretary of War, Nov 10, 1800-Mar 25, 1809. (RG107) (M370)
