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completely mounted, with Scabbards. he has made many which has been approved and is well provided in every respect for the business. I wait to hear what is to be done relative to the Caps, Pistols, and Sword belts; also how the Laboratory business is arranged. The Purveyor keeps close house. I hear little from him. The guns are all removed to the Boring Mill, and the two long nine pounders to the Fort. The Clothing ordered is all gone. Until certain parts are brought into the Store, we can supply no more[:] we have neither Blankets, Vests, or Woolen Overalls on hand. I hope some are providing.

The sickness is yet alarming. 45 deaths in the last 24 hours. Myself and family are very well, and in good spirits. You have made no reply to my letter about the house in Market Street.

I am Sir, respectfully

Your most Ob^t Servant

Samuel Hodgdon