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22 January 1792
Savage, Edward, 1761-1817
to Henry Knox
Per Knox's request, he has sent Knox prints of the portrait he painted of Knox. Hopes they will meet with Knox and his wife's approval.
GLC02437.05295
4 April 1792
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Winthrop Sargent
Later copy. Was happy to receive Sargent's letters, but wants to assure Sargent that his position as Adjutant General was not abolished because he did a poor job. Assures him that the position was abolished because all its goals were met. Discusses...
GLC02437.05397
21 April 1792
Later copy. Written from the "War Department." Letter appointing Sargent to the office of Adjutant and Inspector General of the Army. Asks him to respond right away as to whether he accepts, and encloses the act of Congress establishing pay and...
GLC02437.05422
23 July 1792
Later copy. Gives orders to Sargent concerning the protection of the North West territory. Mentions directing General Anthony Wayne to provide an escort for the governor of Georgia. Noted as written at the War Department.
GLC02437.05553
8 August 1792
Later copy. Briefly mentions a number of topics, including the French Revolution and the government situation with the Eastern Territory.
GLC02437.05573
24 October 1792
Seagrove, James, fl. 1792-1795
Sends Knox a box of oranges and lemons from Georgia. Signed in text as "Mr. Seagrove."
GLC02437.05665
27 October 1792
Seton, William M., fl. 1792
Thanks Knox for a bank note. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.
GLC02437.05669
18 May 1793
Later copy. References several of Sargent's letters and apologizes for not responding sooner. Hopes the arrival of "the Governor" will afford him an opportunity to visit the Atlantic States. Mentions the "political storm" pervading in Europe....
GLC02437.05892
18 December 1793
to Stephen Sayre
Marked "private." Would like Sayre to call on him at his office tomorrow at 1 p.m. Will be glad to talk to him about the letter he received yesterday (see GLC02437.05997).
GLC02437.05999
20 January 1795
Congratulates Knox on his retirement. Thanks Knox for his years of service and notes he will be missed. Also mentions he is not happy with Knox's chosen successor (Timothy Pickering).
GLC02437.06314
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