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to Henry Knox

Sends his regrets that he will not be able to visit Knox as planned due to a "favorable Breeze & the late Hour of the Evening." Date written in pencil and previously inferred.

GLC02437.02668

to Henry Knox

Describes a 1300 acre estate for sale near Newark, New Jersey. Discusses the quality of the farmland and the proposed price, 10,000 pounds New York currency. Believes the price is quite high but "the farm is certainly as valuable as any in this...

GLC02437.02768

to Henry Knox

Writes that Colonel John N. Cummings is applying to the President for the position of Marshall of the District of New Jersey. Relates his qualifications for the position, and asks Knox to support his nomination.

GLC02437.04360

to Samuel Ogden

Abraham Ogden writes his brother Samuel to show his surprise at "Mr. Hockton's Resignation" from an office he held. Abraham Ogden believes that maybe it was due to his desire to involve himself in New Jersey politics. Abraham Ogden declares that it...

GLC02437.04803