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to Henry Knox

Ogden says "some person, a Country man of yours," stopped by to give their compliments to him, but he was absent. Adds that "old Thomas" took the message but forgot the name of the visitor. The acquaintance is on his way to Philadelphia. Ogden asks...

GLC02437.05037

to Henry Knox

Letter reads in full, "Presuming on your generous friendship which is influenced by the dictates of humanity & friendship, I have address'd these Lines to you, not doubting your Candour will excuse the freedom I have taken - Being disappointed in...

GLC02437.05212

to Lucy Knox

Expresses his happiness on hearing about his son Henry's current situation. Sends Lucy news of various acquaintances, which he lists by number. States that he is sorry to hear of Mrs. [Abigail] Adams's "indisposition," noting that the Adams family...

GLC02437.05528

to Henry Knox

Catharine Alexander Duer, also known as Lady Kitty Duer, wife of William Duer, writes that she and her husband have sent the bearer, their old servant Henry, to Philadelphia so he could check on his petition to Congress. Hopes Knox will extend his...

GLC02437.05366

to Lucy Knox

Writes that he expects she will receive this letter when she arrives in Boston. Discusses her travels and visits with friends, as well as the weather. Remarks at length that he is concerned about the safety of her and the children en route to...

GLC02437.05464

to Henry Knox [incomplete]

Largely a copy of GLC02437.05466, with additional content where the other letter leaves off. However, the letter is still incomplete.

GLC02437.05467

to Lucy Knox

Discusses plans for his son's education and is happy to hear that his brother William, is back from Dublin, Ireland. Writes to Lucy about mutual acquaintances, mentioning that one family just had a baby girl.

GLC02437.05616

to Henry Knox

Flucker, sister-in-law to Lucy Knox, writes about her children's health and well-being. Discusses the importance of good education and mentions that she plans to take her two sons, along with Mrs. Knox and her son, Henry, to look at a school. Hopes...

GLC02437.05488

to Henry Knox

Referring to recent land dealings involving Knox, Jackson, and William Duer, Jackson writes: "My good friend you mistake me exceedingly if you think I doubted the motives of your conduct on any other principles than those the most honourable to you -...

GLC02437.05529

to Henry Knox

Apologizes for not responding to his last two letters; she did not want to bother him by writing frequently, and was also too saddened to write when she heard of the death of Knox's son Marcus. Sends condolences. Declares her gratefulness to Knox...

GLC02437.05224