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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC08993.01 |
| From Archive Folder | Collection of two documents related to Dycas's Hydrometer |
| Title | Alexander Hamilton to Custom Officers discussing dice's hydrometer |
| Date | 18 December 1790 |
| Author | Hamilton, Alexander (ca. 1757-1804) |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Discussing Dycas's Hydrometer, a device to be used for assessing the proof of alcohol and spirits for taxation. The Hydrometer is enclosed, as well as instructions on its use. Discusses the use of the Hydrometer, the reasons for its necessity, and the use of a simpler device as a substitute. Circular letter sent to numerous customs officers. |
| Subjects | American Statesmen Commerce Taxes or Taxation Alcohol Science and Technology Government and Civics Merchants and Trade |
| People | Hamilton, Alexander (ca. 1757-1804) |
| Place written | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Theme | Merchants & Commerce; Science, Technology, Invention; Government & Politics |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | Signer of the U.S. Constitution. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |