Wadsworth, Jeremiah, 1743-1804 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03637 Author/Creator: Wadsworth, Jeremiah, 1743-1804 Place Written: Hartford, Connecticut Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 August 1787 Pagination: 6 p. : address : docket ; 25.1 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses a business plan proposed to him by Major [Winthrop] Sargent for an upcoming voyage and the risks that accompany the proposal. (See GLC02437.03638 for Winthrop's views on the voyage) Mentions one of his officer's requests for payment. Describes the financial ruin and plight of Nathanael Greene's (Catherine Greene) widow and children. Asks Knox to forward the Marquis's [Lafayette's] letter to her. Worries about Greene's sons and their education. Complains about the numerous payment applications and loans requests he has received along with requests from people who wish him to speculate. Begs Knox to financially assist their late friend. Noted as private. "Free" handwritten on address leaf with no signature. See GLC02437.03644, GLC02437.03647, and GLC02437.03652 for related documents. "Free" handwritten on address leaf with no signature.
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