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to Henry Knox and William Duer

Writes to forward propositions from Madame de Leval and Mr. De La Roche regarding their purchase of lands in Maine, in the Waldo patent. Discusses some of the details of the negotiation. Regrets that he did not visit with General [Henry] Jackson...

GLC02437.05257

to Benjamin Walker

Discusses their land deal with Madame de Leval, particularly the deed Mr. [Louis] Osmont has asked him to sign.

GLC02437.05384

to Henry Knox

Has never written to Knox about their land speculation in Maine, as he relied on Mr. [William] Duer to relate his opinions to Knox. Is not sure if Duer and Knox remain close, so he will write to Knox directly. Tells Knox that General [Henry]...

GLC02437.05385

to Henry Jackson

Copy. Contains two letters to Jackson from Flint, written on the same date. As Colonel [William] Duer has recently become insolvent, Flint tries to plan ways to raise the money he owes for their business arrangements, particularly regarding their...

GLC02437.05394

to Henry Jackson

Informs Jackson that Henry Knox has agreed to give Madame de Leval and Mr. de la Roche deeds for portions of Trenton and "No. 8" (both in present-day Maine). Instructs Jackson, "To enable her further to place the Germans, you will assist her to take...

GLC02437.05655

to Henry Knox

Despite suffering from a hangover, Jackson writes to Knox concerning Madame de Leval & Mr. de la Roche's demands for land deeds. States, "from drinking too freely of Wine yesterday, I have such a headache, that I am unable to write you but a word -...

GLC02437.05690

to Henry Knox

Expresses his distress concerning the worsening situation of the Maine Eastern Lands. Feels pressure to meet the demands of everyone, especially Madame de Leval and Jean-Baptiste de la Roche. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05708

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox about his upcoming visit to New York. Discusses his poor financial situation, particularly that he is having difficulty paying off debts. Updates Knox on their joint business ventures. Mentions their project to have Madame de Leval...

GLC02437.05487

to Henry Knox

Feels anxious that Knox has not finished up his business with Mr. [William Green], but is happy that he is proceeding with caution. Eagerly awaits Knox's answer to a question about land deed in regards to William Duer and Madame de Leval. Writes...

GLC02437.05704

to Madame de Leval and Jean-Baptiste de la Roche

Informs de Leval and de la Roche that a new company will probably be formed to deal with their business.

GLC02437.05706