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to Henry Knox

Appears to discuss land negotiations between Henry Knox, Benjamin Walker, and Samuel Ogden. Notes which appropriate forms and deeds need to be completed.

GLC02437.06257

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he will not be in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Requests Knox pays Mrs. [Elizabeth?] Lawrence the rent on Fairy Hill. The day of the year is not listed. Written from Longbridge Farm, present day South Brunswick Township, New Jersey.

GLC02437.06289

to John Lawrance

Informs Lawrance that he will be able to move out of his house in the near future.

GLC02437.06385

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for informing him about his possible quitting of the house and asks that Knox lets him know definite dates when he can.

GLC02437.06389

to John Lawrance

Thanks Lawrance for his letter concerning the house.

GLC02437.06393

to Henry Knox

Apologizes to Knox and expresses his mortification on not being able to find a suitable and educated gentleman to tutor Knox's children. He also has been unable to find a priest for the town of Thomaston, Maine.

GLC02437.06485

to Henry Knox

Writes on behalf of his son asking for Knox's hospitality as his daughter-in-law wishes to travel around Maine.

GLC02437.06490

to Tobias Lear

Discusses plans to burn lime in the coming year.

GLC02437.06511

to Henry Knox

Discusses an issue regarding a note for payment.

GLC02437.06583

to Henry Knox

Mentions a possible business deal with a Colonel Smith. Would like information on how Mr. [William] Bingham is handling Knox's affairs relative to the deal. Also discusses supplies, particularly lumber, for building his own house.

GLC02437.06638

to Henry Knox

Discusses a recent negotiation he has been pursuing on behalf of Knox. Will forward a more complete statement about the negotiation soon. Will see Mr. [William] Bingham this morning and speak to him on the subject, but advises Knox to consult him...

GLC02437.06670

to Henry Knox

Reports on a recent business arrangement he discussed with Mr. [William] Bingham on Knox's behalf, and declares that Bingham has arranged to make a provisional payment for Knox. Encloses a note from Bingham (not present). Discusses lumber he is...

GLC02437.06691

to Henry Knox

Writes that Mr. [likely George] Meade (he spells it "Mead") came to collect Knox's note from Hodgdon this morning. Asks that Knox please send him the note soon, as he wants to renew his credit at the banks. Discusses arrangements he is making with...

GLC02437.06719

to Henry Knox

Writes to Knox about financial concerns. Declares that he has contacted Mr. [George] Meade (he spells it "Mead") regarding Knox's bank concerns, and Meade has agreed to accept an arrangement with General [Henry] Jackson as part of their transaction...

GLC02437.06733

to Henry Knox

Discusses a furniture sale held for Knox and relates that Hodgdon is putting up his harpsichord for sale as well. Adds that Miss Knox's forte piano is safely on its way to Knox. Mentions sale results and transportation of merchandise.

GLC02437.06744

to Henry Knox

Writes that this morning a vessel sailed to Boston carrying all of Knox's furniture that remained with Hodgdon after the furniture sale. The only piece remaining was too large to put on a ship, and he is unsure how to transport it. Also reports...

GLC02437.06766

to Henry Knox

Per his promise, sends Knox a statement of his accounts with Hodgdon (not present). Seems to ask that Knox pay him a certain sum, so that Hodgdon can pay off one of Knox's creditors for him. Relates that the President will be traveling to Mount...

GLC02437.06768

to Henry Knox

Writes to inform Knox he has made a tin case to hold the keys to all of Knox's furniture. Has given the case to a Mr. Dinsmore, who will pass it along to Knox upon Dinsmore's arrival in Boston. Discusses financial transactions with Mr. [George]...

GLC02437.06782

to Henry Knox

Relates that a court judgment was leveled against him requiring him to repay money to the Bank of Pennsylvania. Explains the financial distress this has put him in, especially because business associate Mr. [George] Meade (he spells it "Mead") will...

GLC02437.06795

to Henry Knox

Brief note by Hodgdon added on the last page, beside the address. Relates that a ship sailed for Thomaston yesterday, helmed by Captain Mathews, which carried a variety of goods being shipped to Knox, including Madeira wine, flour, and dining tables...

GLC02437.06798

to Henry Knox

Writes that in a previous letter he informed Knox of the judgment against Mr. [George] Meade (he spells it "Mead") and in favor of the Bank of Pennsylvania. Has enclosed further documentation (not present). Would like Knox to write back quickly to...

GLC02437.06800

to Henry Knox

Comments on the financial disaster befalling their associate Mr. [George] Meade (he spells it "Mead"). Discusses value and sale of Meade's furniture. Relates other business matters and briefly touches on an upcoming election.

GLC02437.06801

to Henry Knox

Writes to acknowledge receipt of Knox's last letter. Will reply more fully in his next letter to Knox. Declares that he heard of Knox's misfortune before Knox wrote, and is sympathetic (does not disclose what misfortune Knox has suffered).

GLC02437.06812

to Henry Knox

Written from the "War Office," in London, England, according to the docket. Lewis, the British Deputy Secretary at War, writes that Mrs. [Sarah Lyons Flucker] Beaumez asked him to write to Knox regarding her finances in England, which have been...

GLC02437.06814

to Henry Knox

Writes to inform Knox that he owes Laurance money for rent. Explains that while Colonel [Timothy] Pickering left the house in the beginning of May, Knox's furniture and other articles were still there, which kept Laurance from taking possession of...

GLC02437.06825