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to Thomas Randall
3 May 1792
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Writes to informed Randall that he has accepted his draft for 5000 dollars, and that he hopes Randall receives more money tomorrow.
GLC02437.05444
to Henry Knox
14 June 1792
Randall, Thomas, ?-1811
Forwards Knox two drafts of money, for $1750 each, and discusses endorsements as well as the transportation of a box for Knox's wife, Lucy. Adds that he expects Samuel Shaw to arrive in the evening. A note at the bottom of the page, written and...
GLC02437.05505
to William Rawle
3 September 1792
Addresses unresolved questions regarding a land claim. Mentions correspondence with Nicholas Eveleigh.
GLC02437.05597
11 October 1792
Notifies Knox he has reserved the best housing he could find for Knox's family during their visit to New York. Says he has sent Mr. Freeman to get money from Knox's account. Mentions that he is expecting Samuel Shaw to arrive later this month....
GLC02437.05650
25 October 1792
Instructs Randall not to execute any of the bonds Knox previously mentioned without further instructions from Knox, and to keep this request secret. Asks Randall to deliver an enclosure (not included) to William Duer with his own hands.
GLC02437.05668
28 October 1792
Received Knox's letter from 25 October (GLC02437.05668), and informs Knox that according to his instructions, he delivered a letter to William Duer. States, "I believe no deed of M Duer's can be valid while in confinement, or while any judgement...
GLC02437.05674
7 January 1794
Makes reference to bonds coming due and expresses his need for the money. Fears his "affairs will prove Bankrupt in the Spring - and the sacrifices I shall be compelled to make in the Spring to answer demands against me, I fear will be attended with...
GLC02437.06023
to Edmund Randolph
4 March 1794
Later copy of GLC02437.06056.
GLC02437.06055
5 January 1795
Discusses a business transactions involving himself, Knox, William Crammond, Captain Anthony and several others. Requests Knox pays the balance on his bond that totals $12,000. Includes a detailed entry of the debt owing and the interest accrued....
GLC02437.06294
7 January 1795
Discusses a business transaction involving himself, Thomas Randall, Mr. [William] Crammond, and Captain [Joseph?] Anthony. Expresses worry about repaying a debt for $12,000.
GLC02437.06295
January 10, 1795
Informs Randall he needs to speak with Mr. [William] Crammond regarding the debt he owes. Discusses possible discounts and terms of payment on the debt.
GLC02437.06299
January 12, 1795
Discusses Knox's debt and the consequences Randall will suffer if the debt is not paid. Expresses his disappointment in Knox for not making the payment to Mr. Crammond. Says he filed bankruptcy and was trying exonerate Knox from his securities...
GLC02437.06301
January 13, 1795
Discusses a debt that involves Randall and Mr. [William] Crammond. Appears to describe the payment arrangement agreed upon by himself and Crammond and asks if is suits Randall.
GLC02437.06302
January 14, 1795
Discusses a business transaction (likely a debt) involving himself, Thomas Randall, and Mr. [William] Crammond. Notes he is in the process of securing the payment on the demand. Appears to discuss possible discounts and notes his house was used as...
GLC02437.06304
Discusses a business transaction involving himself, Henry Knox, and Mr. [William] Crammond. Appears to express disappointment in a proposition that Crammond offered regarding Randall selling his tea to pay off creditors. Notes he would be better...
GLC02437.06305
January 17, 1794
Discusses a business transaction involving himself, [Thomas] Randall, and Mr. [William] Crammond. Informs Randall he has made an arrangement satisfactory to [William] Crammond. Goes on to describe the payment arrangement that was agreed upon between...
GLC02437.06311
January 19, 1794
Discusses a business transaction involving himself, Henry Knox, [Joseph] Anthony, and Mr. [William] Crammond. Expresses his joy in hearing that Knox has settled his payment of $12,000 with Crammond. Continues to discuss the interest on the debt and...
GLC02437.06312
to Edward Randolph
January 21, 1795
Appears to recommend a gentleman named John Higginson for a position. Discusses Higginson's background and notes Higginson has resided in Paris for the last five years. The addressee name was added later in pen. Date was taken from the docket which...
GLC02437.06315
January 22, 1795
Discusses a business transaction involving himself, Thomas Randall, [Joseph] Anthony, and Mr. [William] Crammond. Informs Randall he met with Crammond to arrange payment for $12,000 with the condition of Crammond releasing Knox's and Anthony's names...
GLC02437.06319
January 24, 1795
Discusses a business transaction involving himself, Henry Knox, [Joseph] Anthony, and Mr. [William] Crammond. Expresses his relief in Knox paying his bond. Notes he will not be able to sell his teas without putting them up for auction unless an...
GLC02437.06323
January 29, 1795
Discusses a business transaction involving himself, Thomas Randall, [Joseph] Anthony, George Bell, and Mr. [William] Crammond. Includes further correspondence concerning the debt owed by Knox to Randall, and Randall's debt to Mr. Crammond and his...
GLC02437.06330
Informs Knox that the event he feared most has happened, he was "obliged to declare myself insolvent." He is now "obliged to keep myself to my room to avoid being arrested - " States he has Knox's bond and will hold it "sacredly in my possession to...
GLC02437.06331
January 31, 1795
Replies to Randall's letter of 29 January 1795 (see GLC02437.06331). Discusses business related to Thomas Randall's debt problems. Letterpress copy. Water damaged.
GLC02437.06334
February 3, 1795
States that Mr. Cramond is anxious to know if Randall gave Cramond's agent the teas he promised as a security. Heavily water stained. Letterpress copy.
GLC02437.06338
February 4, 1795
Discusses the dire state of his finances and debts. Mentions Mr. Crammond, one of his creditors. States "my creditors have not yet met me and my situation is so intangled & complex that I fear it will end in my total ruin."
GLC02437.06347
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