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18 September 1792
Lewis, William, fl. 1784-1800
to Henry Knox
Forwards a copy of a document concerning William Duer. Informs Knox that he must present his case before the Supreme Court or the district judge.
GLC02437.05617
9 March 1793
Says the action brought by the United States against William Duer is set for trial on 11 April. Wants to be informed about the bail and the trial, if a defense is made. Also would like Knox to write to Duer to get as much information as possible.
GLC02437.05847
30 April 1793
Lee, Henry, 1756-1818
Says his proposed trip across the Atlantic must take place soon. Is at a loss to describe the situation in France. Hopes Knox can send him information. Wants his intentions kept secret though. Asks "is there any danger in passing the Atlantic in...
GLC02437.05883
22 July 1793
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to William Lewis
Asks four questions about issues surrounding the Waldo Patent. The questions deal the legal paperwork of the late [Francis] Waldo, the uncle of Samuel and Isaac Winslow. Wants to take possession of the lands owned by Waldo. Also asks about the power...
GLC02437.05907
14 August 1793
Gives legal answers to the questions Knox asked (see GLC024373.05907).
GLC02437.05912
28 December 1793
Says that if the only contract between the heirs of General Waldo and the ten proprietors is the bond, "I conceive that a Forfeiture of the Penalty would be the only Consequence of the former refusing to convey to the Letter." Believes the...
GLC02437.06007
26 November 1794
Appears to discuss land negotiations between Henry Knox, Benjamin Walker, and Samuel Ogden. Notes which appropriate forms and deeds need to be completed.
GLC02437.06257
11 April 1795
to John Lawrance
Informs Lawrance that he will be able to move out of his house in the near future.
GLC02437.06385
14 April 1795
Lawrance, John, fl. 1795
Thanks Knox for informing him about his possible quitting of the house and asks that Knox lets him know definite dates when he can.
GLC02437.06389
16 April 1795
Thanks Lawrance for his letter concerning the house.
GLC02437.06393
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