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to Samuel A. Otis
6 March 1788
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Replies to GLC02437.03814, from Otis, regarding a clothing account. Has transmitted Otis's note to Mr. Walker based on Otis's request.
GLC02437.03817
to Samuel Ogden
18 June 1788
Encloses letters for Ogden from [Samuel] Shaw. Instructs Ogden "to take bonds immediately of Mr. [Eli] Hayden, and that not a moments time is to be lost in the execution of the business- You must be here on the spot yourself or you must empower some...
GLC02437.03902
to Henry Knox
5 November 1788
Olney, Jeremiah, 1749-1812
Briefly mentions military business related to arms and powder, then discusses the progress of ratification of the Constitution in Rhode Island. Writes that Rhode Island "again Refused to appoint a Convention for Considering the New Constitution in...
GLC02437.04027
23 December 1788
Assumes that Ogden has returned from Philadelphia, where he and his wife Euphemia wished "his brother" Gouverneur a safe trip to Europe. Reports that his three youngest children have "passed through the measles," and that two of his other children...
GLC02437.04060
February 19, 1789
Discusses receipt of a bill of exchange from Thomas and Joseph Compson. Reports that he has sent it to James Webber in London. He and Mrs. Knox were unhappy to hear that Mrs. Ogden is unwell and hope that she recovers. Discusses several other...
GLC02437.04121
4 March 1789
Discusses monies owed by Thomas Compson to [James] Webber, specifically the second payment owed to him. Sends love from himself and Mrs. Knox to Mrs. Ogden. Docketed by Henry Knox. Letter is significantly faded.
GLC02437.04135
4 April 1789
Nourse, Joseph, 1754-1841
Written from the Treasury Office. Transmits with the letter (not included) "the account which you was so obliging to leave with me." Reports that he has settled the charge against Knox from when he was Major General and closed the account.
GLC02437.04166
to Mrs. Palfrey
11 April 1789
Reports that when he visited the Board of Treasury today, Mr. [possibly Samuel] Osgood told him about monies owed to her through her late husband, Colonel Palfrey. A sum of 3200 dollars in Bills of Exchange was withdrawn in 1780. Knox outlines...
GLC02437.04174
20 May 1789
Palfrey, William, 1765-1820
Writes to thank Knox for a recent letter sent to his mother, Mrs. Palfrey, regarding money the government owes to his late father William Palfrey's estate. Thanks him for taking an interest in the case and agreeing to help them. Also takes the...
GLC02437.04211
to William Palfrey
27 May 1789
Received his recent letter (GLC02437.04211). Is not aware of any vacancies in the public offices at present. Believes that there are so many applicants to government positions at present, that unless Palfrey receives a promise from an official who...
GLC02437.04222
29 May 1789
Writes to send his good wishes to Mrs. Ogden, who has taken ill again. Encourages them to come for treatment to the Newark/New York City region and stay at the Knox home in New York. Discusses a recent business letter he received from Mr. [possibly...
GLC02437.04224
9 July 1789
Later copy prepared by Townsend Ward of Philadelphia in December 1857. Includes letters and information pertaining to Mr. [likely James] Webber, and asks Ogden to provide his information as soon as possible so he can write to Mr. Webber (likely...
GLC02437.04275
24 September 1789
Discusses the likelihood that Rhode Island will be joining the union, as well as his desire for an appointment with the federal government. Declares that the bearer of the letter, a Mr. Henry, will be passing time in New York, and Colonel Olney...
GLC02437.04364
January 17, 1790
Informs Knox that "the Legislature this Morning passed an act agreeably to the Recomendation [sic] of Congress ordering a State Convention, to Convene at South Kingstown on the first Monday of March next, to dicide [sic] upon the New Constitution - I...
GLC02437.04471
January 22, 1790
Otto, L. William, fl. 1790
Writes concerning Knox's children. "At the same time two of your tender offsprings have been ushered into the world, in order to convince it that with you Days and nights are equally well employed. That the one may contribute to the lasting...
GLC02437.04478
31 May 1790
Informs Knox that the Rhode Island state convention in Newport has ratified the United States Constitution and that he encloses a copy (not present). Congratulates Knox on "this happy & important event ... again compleats [sic] the Band of Union &...
GLC02437.04620
January 14, 1791
Writes that he has received "five hundred and one dollars and 70/100." Tells Ogden that the "gold you sent being overweight [by] 1 Dollar and 74 cents." Ogden will have to make "further remittances." Expresses his wish that Ogden's brother Abraham...
GLC02437.04826
23 June 1791
Knox signs with his initials. References Ogden's letter of 19 June (GLC02437.05010). Says that William Constable probably knows about his intentions although he never communicated with him on the subject. Believes Constable is suspicious of Henry...
GLC02437.05023
19 July 1791
References Ogden's letter of 15 July. Is happy he is going to visit and claims "The weather is charming for the purpose." Says the bargain in Massachusetts has been completed for 2 million by Royal Flint and Henry Jackson at 10 cents. Will go to...
GLC02437.05074
March 16, 1792
Osmont, fl. 1792
Signs in text in third person. Notes he has received letters for Knox from Mr. De La Roche, which he would have liked to present to Knox in person but did not want to disturb him. Would appreciate if Knox would respond immediately. Also sends word...
GLC02437.05359
March 23, 1792
Osmont, Louis, fl. 1792
Writing in the third person, Osmont respectfully asks about the best time to visit Knox to get his signature on a deed given to Knox by Mr. [Benjamin] Walker. Visited Knox twice before, but Knox was always engaged. Impresses upon Knox the...
GLC02437.05372
March 28, 1792
Signs in text in third person. Reminds Knox that Mrs. de Leval will soon be departing on a British ship, and he needs to meet with him before she leaves to discuss business matters, particularly regarding a land deed.
GLC02437.05383
January 13, 1793
Otto, Louis-Guillaume, comte de Mosloy, 1754-1817
Upon his departure from America, he had every reason to think he would be returning shortly, "but a total change in the diplomatic system has fixed me here for some time." In his new position he has a chance to get news from America and to hear from...
GLC02437.05782
4 April 1795
Ogden, Samuel, 1746-1810
Informs Knox that he has been in New York and Staten Island for the past two weeks and that his health has been steadily improving.
GLC02437.06382
to Lucy Knox
16 October 1796
Ogden, Euphemia Morris, 1754-1818
Mrs. Euphemia Ogden, wife of Samuel Ogden, writes that she has not written for a long time due to illness. Adds that she is still sick, and so is another family member (perhaps a son). Mentions Mrs. Knox's illness of the previous spring, and how it...
GLC02437.06842
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