Hagner, Peter, 1772-1850
Biography
Peter Hagner (b. in Philadelphia, Pa., 1 Oct., 1772; d. in Washington, D. C., 16 July 1850) was a financier and United States civil servant. Hagner was appointed a clerk in the United States Department of the Treasury by Gen. George Washington in 1793, assistant accountant of the United States Department of War in 1797, and third auditor by James Monroe when that office was created in 1817. He served under every administration for fifty-six consecutive years, resigning his office in 1849. Twice by direct votes the U. S. Congress expressed its appreciation of his services in the settlement of large and important claims
Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:
Peter Hagner letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 819310
Mss 819310
Date(s):
1819-05-10
Abstract
In English.
Peter Hagner letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 818421
Mss 818421
Date(s):
1818-07-21
Abstract
In English.
Peter Hagner letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 818401
Mss 818401
Date(s):
1818-07-01
Abstract
In English.
US President Andrew Jackson letter
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Identifier: Mss 824131
Mss 824131
Date(s):
1824-01-31
Abstract
In English.