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to William Knox

Discusses business ventures and the depreciation of currency. Mentions the General Arnold, a ship in which Knox was apparently invested. Refers to a certain gentleman, whose name is not mentioned. States, "...I have the most unequivocal evidences...

GLC02437.00757

to William Knox

Henry Knox expresses happiness in hearing of the arrival of the Joseph, a ship. He wishes William could have sailed earlier, on the General Arnold (referring to a voyage William plans regarding a business venture in Amsterdam). Instructs him to be...

GLC02437.00761

to William Knox

Encloses letters from Baron Johann De Kalb "to some of the most eminent characters in Europe all of them introducing you to the persons they are address'd to and mentioning you connection with me- it will therefor be incumbent on you to deliver them...

GLC02437.00762

[Certificate concerning a loan]

Countersigned by Joseph Clarke, Commissioner of the Continental Loan-Office in the State of Rhode Island. States, "At thirty days sight of the second bill, first, third and fourth not paid, pay to Benjamin Williams or order, twelve dollars, in sixty...

GLC02437.00799

to William Knox

Smith writes to Knox in Amsterdam. Issues a lengthy apology for not writing sooner. Relates that his friend, Mr. Whitlock, shipped Knox's trunks. Describes a mutual acquaintance, "young Mynham," as "a perfect Dutchman." Compares the virtues of...

GLC02437.00803