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to Henry Knox

Writes to discuss business endeavors with Knox. Declares that as he has not had a response from Mr. [possibly Robert] Morris in four weeks, he has changed his plans. Instead of remaining in Boston and trying to sell Mr. Morris's teas, which he is...

GLC02437.03180

to James Webber

Writes to Mr. James Webber of London on a variety of topics. First, thanks him very much for caring for Knox's brother William when William was ill. Is overjoyed to hear of "his restoration to reason and health," and that he will be returning to...

GLC02437.03186

[Receipt for goods received from the firm of Broome & Platt]

Copy of GLC02437.03192. Unsigned, but identical to GLC02437.03192 and written in the same hand, that of Samuel Shaw.

GLC02437.03193

to Francois Jean, marquis de Chastellux

Writes to Chastellux on a variety of topics. Explains the concept of the Society of the Cincinnati, assuring him that the Society is "harmless in its intention, and having only for its real object, the perpetuation of friendship, and recollection of...

GLC02437.03203

to Henry Knox

Discusses a business plan proposed to him by Major [Winthrop] Sargent for an upcoming voyage and the risks that accompany the proposal. (See GLC02437.03638 for Winthrop's views on the voyage). Mentions one of his officer's requests for payment...

GLC02437.03637

to Henry Knox

Sends his condolences over the recent death of Knox's baby. Discusses his visit with Jeremiah Wadsworth and an upcoming voyage to China. Notes a 500 ton ship is supposedly being built for the China trade and Sargent believes it would be "not...

GLC02437.03638

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox of damaged gunpowder sold from the magazine at West Point for $60 per ton. Because the price was so low, he thought Knox might not be aware of the sale. Will make inquiries if there was wrong doing involved. "Free" stamped on address...

GLC02437.03512

to Thomas Longman

Discusses financial business related to Longman and the firm of Wright & Gill. Hopes that Longman "may receive the money together with its interest agreeably to your expectations." Notes that his brother William made the business arrangements...

GLC02437.03571

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for his good wishes "respecting the Enterprize I am engaged in for the Northwest Coaste of America & China..." Knox had recommended Samuel Shaw to assist Barrell's venture in China (see GLC02437.03644). Stamped "Boston" on the address...

GLC02437.03652

to [Jeremiah] Wadsworth

Thanks Wadsworth for a salmon he sent. In reference to Wadsworth's request for clothing and shoes for the troops, tells him to acquire it and he will be paid out of the warrants he already received (see GLC02437.03509 for Wadsworth's letter). Reports...

GLC02437.03513

to Henry Knox

Expects the clothing for his men the next day and writes that "I pass'd yesterday at the Castle, [most likely Castle Island] & Inspected my Recruits, they are a fine body of Men, & want nothing but their Clothing to make them perfectly happy - "...

GLC02437.03514

to Henry Knox

States "I do not wish to have anything to do with the Clothing of the Troops, but if you send me another warrant of one or two thousand dollars I can probably get the money & it will be when in my hands ready for your order - " Also informs Knox...

GLC02437.03517

to Henry Knox

Relates that Henry Jackson had shipped some goods on behalf of Knox, but was unable to procure a bill of lading. Notes, "...upon the whole I think the step we have taken not an improper step in having those articles brought to this city, as they were...

GLC02437.03579

to Henry Knox

Asks to see a copy of a letter Samuel Shaw sent Knox regarding his dispute with a Captain John Green in Canton (now Guangzhou, China) since "[o]ther Americans, as well as Major Shaw, I find have been involved in disagreeable controversies with Capt...

GLC02437.03587

to Henry Knox

Expresses his happiness on hearing about Mr. [Samuel] Ogden "bringing Broome & Platt matters to a speedy issue... " Writes that "[i]t gives me very great pleasure in hearing that Mr. W. Knox is so well in health and spirits, and that he is satisfied...

GLC02437.03628

to Thomas Russell

Discusses the character of Mr. [Thomas] Randall and Samuel Shaw and their past experience in China; possibly having to do with trade. Notes he cannot speak with respect to the plans but can speak with great confidence about the men's character....

GLC02437.03647

to Henry Knox

Knox's brother writes, "I can only inform you I am happy to have recover'd from my late situation on point of health and spirits the want of which I have very unpleasantly experienced for many months," referring to his mental illness. Relates that...

GLC02437.03059

to Henry Knox

Randall, who accompanied Samuel Shaw to China, thanks Knox for the "many civilities received in your family." Of Knox's family, writes "My heart retains so lively a sense of them, that no distance can ever efface it." Notes that Shaw, Knox's former...

GLC02437.03081

[Extract from James Webber & Co. letter]

In the hand of Samuel Shaw, who served as Henry Knox's aide during the Revolutionary War. Discusses collecting payment on a bill.

GLC02437.03090

to John Jay

Discusses political and military affairs in Europe at length. Writes, "I strongly am of opinion no War will take place, at least for this year the assurance of things, however, is still Warlike enough to have made it proper for me to be arrived at...

GLC02437.03095

to Henry Knox

Killingley, Green, & Son, a merchant firm, attempt to collect the balance of an account owed them by William Knox. Killingley notes that William is delinquent on the bill due to "the unfortunate gloom that hath pervaded [his] mind of late" (William...

GLC02437.03099

to Henry Knox

Gibbs transmits a newspaper to Knox in New York. Discusses "the turbulent news of the day," referring to Bostonians' recent decision not to buy goods from resident British "factors," or agents (newspaper not included). Notes that Knox's wife, Lucy...

GLC02437.03130

to Henry Knox

Recommends his nephew Joseph Cranch for appointment by Knox, Secretary at War. Relates the details of Joseph's life, including the loss of both of his parents at an early age. Joseph sold his land in England and opened up a shop in Boston that was...

GLC02437.03134

to Henry Knox

Discusses recent correspondence between himself and Knox, recently appointed Secretary at War. Discusses business and financial matters pertaining to Knox (apparently, Jackson was managing Knox's affairs while Knox was in New York).

GLC02437.03136

to Henry Knox

Knox's wife expresses her "infinite regret" at his suggestion that they find a house in the country. Notes that Congress should be able to find him a decent place near New York City, where he will be stationed as Secretary at War. Mentions a recent...

GLC02437.03137