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to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 4 and 7 December. Encloses a letter from William Knox (not included). Says William "mentioned he was unwell and did not feel happy nor contentd that the journey and change of air may be of service which operated on his...

GLC02437.05995

to Henry Jackson

Informs Jackson he received the $100 from Mr. Robinson. Expresses disappointment with Jackson for refusing him money for supplies and asking him to call upon neighbors who are indebted to Knox. Writes, "it would be time ill spent to call on the...

GLC02437.06095

to Thomas Vose

Thanks Vose for his time and energy in overseeing the construction of his house (Montpelier). Requests Vose to continue supervising the construction and to push for the completion by May, when Knox's family arrives. Also requests Vose to assist the...

GLC02437.06204

to Aaron Hobart

Mentions that he had a meeting with the commissioners "under the Florida Treaty," referring to the 1819 Adams-Onis Treaty (annexing Florida), which was ratified in 1821. The bulk of the letter discusses a claim related to a bankruptcy case, and...

GLC06313.04.118

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

discusses a legal case involving a "Harry" who has many debts.

GLC09400.395

to John Francis Mercer

Washington replies to a letter from Mercer, noting that he would have replied sooner, but he had a fever. Expresses his plan to never enslaved another person again, and his wish that slavery be abolished by "slow, sure & imperceptible degrees."...

GLC03705