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to William Bingham

Discusses finances and states that the senate and house have agreed on a price for land in the Penobscot area.

GLC02437.06935

to William Bingham

Discusses finances.

GLC02437.06937

to Henry Knox

Writes that he does not think Knox will be able to pay the note that is due. Continues to discuss Knox's poor financial situation.

GLC02437.06939

to William Bingham

Discusses the possibility of borrowing money from friends to help pay for his various business engagements as he is in need of funds.

GLC02437.06962

to William Bingham

Comments extensively on business dealings with Bingham, General [David] Cobb, the estate of Mr. [Samuel] Shaw, and Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring.

GLC02437.06751

to Henry Knox

Writes to introduce Knox to his friend Mr. Robert Gilmer of Baltimore and his daughter. The Gilmers are traveling to Boston and Bingham hopes they will arrive before Knox leaves Boston to go to Maine. Speaks of the virtues of Mr. Gilmer and hopes...

GLC02437.06761

to Henry Knox

Free frank stamped as "free" and signed by Mr. William Bingham. Writes that he received Knox's letter and understands Knox is very disappointed about Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring's loan falling through. Will be seeing Captain [Joseph] Anthony...

GLC02437.06769

to Henry Jackson

Writes to ask Jackson, on Knox's behalf, to make lodging arrangements for Bingham and his traveling party, apparently to Boston. Reports that they will be making business arrangements in Boston, and briefly explains what they are.

GLC02437.06776

to Joseph Peirce

Writes to remind Peirce that he wanted him to purchase iron and several other items. Also encloses acceptances from Mr. [Alexander] Baring, and discusses Baring's upcoming trip to Boston. Comments extensively on financial matters, and includes some...

GLC02437.06808

to Henry Knox

Writes that he received Knox's recent letters and has followed his wishes regarding the arrangement of his furniture. Adds that the house now waits for the arrival of Mr. [William] Bingham. Discusses the recent arrival of Mr. [William] Wetmore as...

GLC02437.06809

to Henry Knox

Has recently arrived at Gouldsboro after departing from Knox's house. Reports that the settlers in his town are happy with the town they chose, and discusses his attempts to hire a surveyor and complete a survey of the region. Considers the...

GLC02437.06831

to Alexander Baring

Knox writes to Baring, an English businessman who has agreed to buy a large section of Knox's and Bingham's lands, concerning his purchase. Asks several questions regarding the details of the transaction.

GLC02437.06877

[Note]

Asks that General [Henry] Jackson forward enclosed items (not present, but possibly GLC02437.06887) to Henry Knox.

GLC02437.06886

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that they are working on an arrangement to help him with his financial matters.

GLC02437.06899

to Henry Knox

Discusses the state of affairs in England regarding American finances as well as other financial matters.

GLC02437.06954

to William Bingham

Discusses issues with the land the possibility of selling their farms.

GLC02437.07187

to William Bingham

Discusses business involving a bank note and other financial matters.

GLC02437.06973

to Henry Knox

Writes to Knox saying that he would lend him the money Knox needs if he had it, but the money he has, he needs for his own business ventures. Discusses selling some of his land in Pennsylvania and the possibility of taking out a loan from the...

GLC02437.06985

to William Bingham

Mentions a trip to Philadelphia and bonds.

GLC02437.07052

to Henry Knox

Asks for an accurate statement about some property.

GLC02437.07070

to Henry Knox

Expresses concern that Knox has not repaid the loan he got from Alexander Baring. Free frank stamped and signed by William Bingham.

GLC02437.07111

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he was able to obtain a bank draft and that he would like Knox to deliver part of it for his bonds. Continues to discuss other financial business. Signature is clipped.

GLC02437.07133

to Henry Knox

Discusses debts and Knox's potential sources for money to pay off his debts.

GLC02437.07175

to Henry Knox

Discusses the Maine lands.

GLC02437.07042

to Henry Knox

Discusses a loan and the sale of land in Maine.

GLC02437.06947