Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1756-1824 to Henry Knox

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GLC#
GLC02437.00381-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
18 July 1776
Author/Creator
Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1756-1824
Title
to Henry Knox
Place Written
Stamford, Connecticut
Pagination
4 p. : docket ; Height: 19.5 cm, Width: 15.1 cm
Primary time period
American Revolution, 1763-1783
Sub-Era
The War for Independence

Thanks Henry for taking the time to write her "amidst the hurry of public business," referring to the revolutionary war activities in New York. Explains her travel plans, which will bring her to New Haven, Connecticut. Discusses their child's development, including mention of her beginning to talk, and prays that Henry will survive to take care of them. Discusses her reaction to a recent letter from William Knox that included news about her family and explains that she wants to send for her mother (see GLC002437.00368). Seeks a boy recently discharged from the army as a new servant since "the negro is two heavy for the Horse." Has heard that Henry has been "a little rough with" Mrs. Airey and asks how she offended him. Explains that Airey has several of her bedding supplies and also owes her money. Defends herself against Henry's belief that she was coming to New York against his wishes. Mentions corresponding with several people. Discusses her satisfaction with her accommodations and addresses complaints Henry has heard. Inquires about Captain Sebastian Bauman. Mentions a couple of meetings, one with a forty-six year-old woman with infant twins. Comments that she needs to find pasture for two animals when she goes to New Haven.

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