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to Henry Knox [incomplete]

Informs Knox that he wishes to return to America soon, but has decided to stay in India, after consulting with his wife.

GLC02437.09991

to Henry Knox

Expresses his displeasure with the American sea captains in the Calcutta ports. Notes their actions reflect poorly on all Americans and that Calcutta society does not distinguish traders from gentleman. Discusses in great length what life is like in...

GLC02437.07509

to Henry Knox

Signed by LeRoy Bayard and Mr. Evers. Discusses business dealings involving Knox, Leroy Bayard, Mr. Evers, Mr. [B.?] Beaumez, [Thomas?] Flucker, and [Francis?] Flucker. Appears Knox advanced money for the Flucker's (Thomas and Francis) passage to...

GLC02437.07512

to Henry Knox

Signed by LeRoy Bayard and a Mr. Evers. Discusses an advancement Sarah Lyons Flucker Beaumez (Knox's sister-in-law) requested on behalf of her two son's, Francis and Thomas Flucker. Informs Knox that Messrs Palmer informed Bayard they did not feel...

GLC02437.07687

to Henry Knox

Peirce includes a list of bills from Ebenezer Pemberton. Talks about Thomas Flucker getting money from Beaumez and a portable desk from his mother. Talks about their business affairs and various shipments.

GLC02437.07391

to Henry Knox

Beaumez writes to Knox about how valuable letters from his friends in America are. He mentions the letters from Mrs. Knox and their daughter Lucy, as well as Thomas Flucker, Beaumez's stepson. Beaumez say, "though I am but an adoptive citizen of the...

GLC02437.07254

to Henry Knox

Beaumez relates his troubles for "being borne in France," as the government general in Calcutta wants him to return to America. Beaumez talks about the dangers he faces should he be captured by a French ship. He says that his reputation has allowed...

GLC02437.07323

to Henry Knox

Discusses his family and their health and setting up a business. Also asks for news about Knox and his family as well as Beaumez's stepsons and complains that he has never received a letter from them.

GLC02437.07197

to Mr. Kerby

Letter is not signed but appears to be in Knox's handwriting. Discusses their mutual friend Mrs. [Sarah Lyons] Beaumez (Knox's sister-in-law) and the loss of her husband. Mentions Beaumez's sons (Thomas and Francis Flucker) and how he hopes they...

GLC02437.07761

to Henry Knox [incomplete]

Discusses trade between America and India, where he seems to be at present. Also describes their present situation and informs Knox that they are doing well. Date previously inferred, written in pencil.

GLC02437.08233