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to Elisha Sumner

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Discusses financial and business transactions, including his shipment to Sumner of casks of lime.

GLC02437.07873

to Henry Knox

Received Knox's letter via Captain [Edward] Kelleran. Discusses complaints that Knox's lime is of poor quality.

GLC02437.07875

to Henry Knox

Writes that the bearer of the letter is one of four coopers he has engaged for Knox. Believes they are good men who will do a good job.

GLC02437.07876

to Elisha Sumner

Mentions his receipt of Sumner's letters, which apparently crossed his in the post. Discusses the hiring of workmen for his estate, and his instructions to Mr. [John] Gleason on the subject. Also provides information about the upcoming arrival of...

GLC02437.07893

to Henry Knox

Discusses financial arrangements, including payment of workmen employed by Knox. Mentions Mr. [John] Gleason and General [Henry] Jackson.

GLC02437.07894

to Elisha Sumner

Largely illegible. Discusses financial arrangements between Knox, Sumner, and the firm of Wales & Beale, particularly regarding Knox's shipping business.

GLC02437.07934

to Henry Knox

The firm of Wales & Beale writes to discuss a financial transaction between Knox and Mr. [Elisha] Sumner. They also mention Knox's accounts in general, such as those related to his lime business.

GLC02437.07964