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to Henry Knox

Mentions he received Knox's note for $2400. Also speaks of paying an additional few hundred pounds more on an undisclosed item. Mentions the surveying is completed (possibly for lands in Maine) and the committee is now preparing the deed and...

GLC02437.06272

to Henry Knox

Requests Knox gives Colonel Clayborn his permission in writing to change the dimensions of timber used for building a frigate. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06274

to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox resigning and the need for Knox to visit them while their legislature is in session. Writes, "I will bring up the old story this winter and you may rely you presence will be a lost, they cannot withstand -" Comments he believes Colonel...

GLC02437.06281

to Henry Knox

Requests Knox to inquire about coining four tons of silver that Jackson has in ingots. States he is also curious if the Treasuring Department would be willing to purchase the silver from him for the same rate they pay per ounce. Notes he would...

GLC02437.06293

to Henry Knox

Congratulates Knox on his retirement. Writes, "When you once get engaged in your own personaly [sic] business you will then be fully convinced of the propriety of the measure & of the sacrifices you have made of your Interest & property for twenty...

GLC02437.06300