3 January 1822

Gay, Ebenezer, 1771-1842

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Cannot answer Hobart's question about the district's sentiments about implementing a system of bankruptcy laws, but suggests that the "community at large" is "increasing in favor of the system" because of the "increasing number of insolvents, [and] the very inequitable distribution of their effects among their creditors." Cites some of the problems with the present system and endorses a new one, even though he recognizes it may be unpopular at first. Suggests to Hobart the subject does not occupy the thoughts of his constituents, and although divided they may be persuaded of the "necessity…

GLC06313.04.127

8 January 1822

Holmes, Abraham, 1754-1839

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses the bankruptcy law being considered by Congress. States that his opinion is at odds with Hobart's. Holmes contends that it was a "universal understanding of the people at the time of the ratifying of the Constitution" that a clause authorized the passage of a debtors relief law, but that such a law might "destroy every principle of Justice and equity," it would "destroy every idea that we have of Natural, Civil or political Justice." Comments on problems with the petition for a "new post road." Discusses three capital trials (one for a prison murder and two for highway…

GLC06313.04.132

January 15, 1822

Weston, Thomas, 1770-1834

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Responding to a request from Hobart, Weston gives his opinion on the uniform System of Bankruptcy (bankruptcy laws being considered by Congress). He reports that he believes "the People of this District...do not wish for it." Indicates that the old system was widely unpopular and "all rejoiced" when it was repealed. Notes that they may favor a new system in commercial centers, but "the People in the country do not require it." Concludes with a warning about the politically divided populace, indicating that one unfavorable law could win the opposing party the next election. Marked "…

GLC06313.04.137

January 17, 1822

Mitchell, Nahum, 1769-1853

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Responds to Hobart's request for an opinion of the Bankruptcy Bill before Congress. Explains that he has paid little attention to it and has not formed an opinion, but some of his friends are "exceedingly desirous the Bill should pass." He has tried to get a sense of the general feeling towards it and claims most are indifferent, while those with opinions "are much divided." Notes that dislike for the old law has caused prejudice against the one being proposed. Indicates that he will keep the request confidential, according to Hobart's wishes.

GLC06313.04.138

January 18, 1822

Smith, Albert, 1793-1867

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Expresses his support of the Bankruptcy Bill before Congress. Indicates that he has "seen its benefits in all countries except New England." Notes his hope that John Quincy Adams becomes the next president. Notes the coldness of the winter and the happiness of Mr. Winslow's family with the news of his imminent arrival. Indicates that there is a lot of discussion about the death of the widow of Captain William Church, who left a six thousand dollar inheritance to two sisters. Relates family news about his own family and others.

GLC06313.04.139

11 November 1789

Fenno, John, 1751-1798

Newspaper

Title: Gazette of the United States. [No. 61 (November 11, 1789)]

Printed on page four is the continuation of the act of Congress to establish the Judicial Courts of the United States (see GLC08757.01 for the first part). Other articles concern privateering, the national debt, and congressional salaries.

GLC08757.02

January 19, 1822

Mitchell, Daniel, 1770-1847

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Responds to Hobart's request for his opinion of the bankruptcy bill before Congress. Indicates that it is not thought of much in the district, since such a bill has "been so long talkd of in Congress & having undergone so many modifications without success." Speculates that, if it passed, it "would not create much excitement here." Also, notes his own bias against it, since he "suffered under the old one." Admits that some cases would benefit from a bankruptcy system, but worries about its effects on smaller estates. Anticipates it "restoring many valuable members to a state…

GLC06313.04.140

January 29, 1821

Smith, Albert, 1793-1867

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Mentions that W. Wood has been nominated as Judge of Probate. States that the nomination "will not be satisfactory to this country" and attributes it to the state senators from his district. Notes that a bad winter has limited communication. Also, asks for Hobart's help being appointed a commissioner, "If a Bankrupt Law is passed."

GLC06313.04.103

13 March 1782

Morris, Jonathan, 1754-1830

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Smallwood

Captain Morris complains to General Smallwood about being at home, not in the field, for such a long period of time. States "Tis the greatest misfortune that can befall an Officer to be long out of Camp, his pay can in the manner we are paid off, may support us while in the Field, but when we are at home we are drawn, in a Manner, involuntarily into expenses." States that he can not satisfy his debtors. Requests a small loan with which he expects to repay unspecified Officers.

GLC06508.04

24 March 1774

Wright, & Gill, fl. 1753-1798

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reminds Knox that he has an outstanding bill with them. Wright & Gill was a London stationery company operated by Thomas Wright and William Gill.

GLC02437.00130

29 March 1774

Hopkins, Mark, fl. 1774

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports that he has collected the money owed by David Hopkins, and will forward it to Knox. Also orders the London Magazine.

GLC02437.00132

23 November 1863

Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his wife

He just got paid, and paid off his debts. Sends Mary 10 dollars. Gives a weather report.

GLC05981.38

18 March 1774

Fowle, Robert Luist, 1743-1802

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Promises to settle his account and requests that Knox return his and his uncle's note, so his uncle can pay it. A post script asks Knox not to indicate that Fowle desired the note sent to Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This long-standing debt for stationary is discussed in GLC02437.00064, GLC02437.00097, GLC02437.00102 and GLC02437.00105. Robert Fowle worked as a printer and publisher in Portsmouth and Exeter, New Hampshire until 1777.

GLC02437.00126

8 October 1862

Williams, George M., fl. 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his wife

Wants her to tell Cousin Ella that he is honest enough to pay his own debts. He discusses Jimmy, old accounts, and loans. Describes how grateful he was to be given an "untarnished last name." He writes that he is "always too sanguine." Comments on Jim Bonghan's conceit and simple wife. Informs her that Albert's wife died of diphtheria but that Albert was able to see her before she died and will leave the army to stay at his father-in-law's home.

GLC06582.43

5 November 1773

Fowle, Robert Luist, 1743-1802

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses an unpaid debt to Knox. States that he was away during the previous summer and left the business in the care of his "late Partner, which he was to settle--and is in fact his own Debt." But Fowle's name is linked to the debt and he promises to pay, requesting that Knox be patient. Fowle's kinsman, Daniel Fowle, wrote to Knox about this debt on 21 May 1773 (see GLC02437.00064). Robert Fowle worked as a printer and publisher in Portsmouth and Exeter, New Hampshire until 1777.

GLC02437.00097

25 November 1773

Hopkins, David, fl. 1773

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Expresses desire for a new tea date, since he could not make the last one. Promises to settle his account.

GLC02437.00099

9 December 1773

Fowle, Daniel, 1715-1787

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Also signed by Robert Fowle. They regret the delay of settling their account and promise to pay when they receive some money they are owed. Request notification when Knox obtains printing paper. For previous discussions of their debt see GLC02437.00064 and GLC02437.00097. Robert Fowle worked as a printer and publisher in Portsmouth and Exeter, New Hampshire until 1777.

GLC02437.00102

17 December 1773

Whipple, Oliver, 1744-1813

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses activity in trying to settle a debt owed to Knox by Robert Fowle and Daniel Fowle. Mentions the possibility of holding "them to Bail at our next Court." Whipple was serving as Robert Fowle's lawyer, but a post script indicates that he is no longer empowered to transact business for Fowle. For previous discussions of their debt see GLC02437.00064, GLC02437.00097, and GLC02437.00102. Robert Fowle worked as a printer and publisher in Portsmouth and Exeter, New Hampshire until 1777.

GLC02437.00105

January 22, 1821

Hobart, Albert, 1792-1867

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses auctioneering, dismissing the "boast of an honesty in their dealing" by New York auctioneers. Advises against a tax on auctions that would be prohibitive, since auctions are "the means of establishing a regularity in prices." But concedes that a small tax to "diminish the number of auctions sales would, I think, be useful." Informs Hobart that a payment he ordered made to Albert has been arranged by the constable, and discusses some related business matters. Asks for a report on the bankruptcy bill before Congress.

GLC06313.04.142

24 December 1894

Wright, Miller A., fl. 1861-1864

Autograph note

Title: [financial statement]

Note on Miller's own stationary which reads "Miller A. Wright, Dr., Dealer in Dry Good, Clothing, Notions, Boots, Shoes and Hats." Financial statement. There are numerical quantities listed in the right margin, while text fills the rest of the page. The last page has been ripped in half, and only the bottom half is present. It reads: "Will Burns has some notes of mine against me that are settled and went to get them today-But he kept them for the purposes of having the mortgage cancelled-He will turn them over."

GLC02691.11.097

February 6, 1877

Hazelwood, J.M., fl. 1877

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Hazelwood is writing the Senator for money that is owed to him. The note is according to the docket 400 dollars, and he wants an additional 100 dollars as his interest amount. It seems like Hazelwod might be in trouble of some sort since he wrote "I have employed a good lawyer to defend me in Circuit Court. I am almost confident that I will be cleared because I have done nothing."

GLC09400.104

1 January 1891

Tanner, N., fl. 1891

Autograph document signed

Title: [Money owed to Annie]

N. Tanner owes Annie $20 with interest at ten per cent until paid. $23.85 paid written at bottom.

GLC05756.147

3 November 1892

Tanner, Annie, fl. 1891-1896

Autograph letter signed

Title: [Received $143.85 from N. Tanner for borrowed money and interest.]

Received $143.85 from N. Tanner for borrowed money and interest. [attached]1892/11/03 Annie to [N. Tanner?]. 1 p.? [Fragments of a note.] re: Leaving, relieving him of her dead weight, and returning all of the money she has to him. [note the letter has split into two pieces]

GLC05756.149

November 1896

Tanner, Annie, fl. 1891-1896

Autograph document

Title: [Clerk's notes]

A. Pingree charges Nathan Tanner with unchristian-like conduct for not paying borrowed money and providing an allowance for her and their children after their divorce. [labeled pages 3-5]

GLC05756.150

30 November 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that they were paid today but he is disappointed with the net results after paying some debts. He acknowledges it is better than nothing.

GLC09414.0841