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28 October 1791
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to William Stephens Smith
Mentions the "subject" of Smith's last letter and praises its virtues. Promises always to advance Smith's interests "in any degree."
GLC02437.05213
9 November 1791
Smith, William Stephens, 1755-1816
to Henry Knox
Stamped as "free" above address. Explains that he met Captain [Thomas] Randall at the Post Office, where they made arrangements for sending monies owed by Knox to Smith (see GLC02437.05231). Also discusses the purchase of lands in Maine (related to...
GLC02437.05232
3 December 1791
Has tried to acquire the items Knox asked for, but has been unable to as yet. Relates how he is about to depart for Europe, unhappily, to settle family accounts and protect his family from misfortune. Describes arrangements he is making to prepare...
GLC02437.05251
4 December 1791
Writes that he believes, from Smith's recent letter, that he would like information on the likelihood of the result. Suggests that certain principles "must dictate a different arrangement from the one you contemplated." Trusts that Smith will act...
GLC02437.05253
7 December 1791
Marked "private." Thanks him for his recent letter, and writes that he is "much obliged by the intelligence it contained." Declares that he is satisfied with the arrangement, and believes he has "discharged faithfully the duty I owed my Country, my...
GLC02437.05255
19 December 1791
Asks to borrow $5000 for ninety days, per Smith's offer in a previous letter. Will provide a note endorsed by either Mr. [William] Duer or Captain [Thomas] Randall in which he promises to follow specific terms of repayment. Begs his prompt...
GLC02437.05264
21 March 1792
Has received Knox's recent letter, and is happy to assure him that "the deranged state of affairs in this city" does not affect him or "interfere with my proposed excursion." Adds that his views, of course, "are not military." "Free" stamped on...
GLC02437.05367
Smith, Robert, fl. 1792
As a committee, Smith, Hill, Shepherd and Lenox enclose to Knox a "copy of our proposals for the contract" (not present). All four members signed the letter.
GLC02437.05370
3 April 1792
Written and signed in text in third person. Writes that Smith has received a query from John Moore of Peterborough, New Hampshire, regarding the purchase of lands in Peterborough. Would like to know Knox's terms for the purchase. Date taken from...
GLC02437.05393
28 June 1792
Smith, James B., fl. 1792
Asks for a pay raise to help support his family.
GLC02437.05519
27 February 1793
to Mr. Smith
Signed in text in third person. Requests Smith's pardon for not responding to his note. Asks Smith to send the terms as proposed by tomorrow, he will examine them and give Smith an answer. Docket marked "Private." It was noted as being sent to a...
GLC02437.05838
13 November 1793
Says "Citizen Genet is disposed to leave me in the lurch, relative to the accoutrements provided for his nation, indeed if he was to take them, I know not how he is to pay for them he has offered me Bills on France, but they will not answer." Asks...
GLC02437.05972
22 November 1793
to William S. Smith
Letterpress copy. References Smith's letter of 13 November. Was busy in Germantown and did not have a chance to reply until now. Says the war supplies Smith mentions will be wanted, but not until after Congress has made an appropriation for the...
GLC02437.05979
12 February 1794
Letter of introduction for Joshua John Moore, a gentleman from England. Says "he will explain to you his pursuits & if any door is open in the eastern world relative to your Lands (he being a Surveyor) where he can serve you or your friends, I doubt...
GLC02437.06045
5 July 1794
to Paschal N. Smith
Expresses his regret at not receiving Smith's request sooner. Informs Smith it would not have been in his power to give him an agency at any late date. Reports a strong interest was made for another gentleman to whom the appointment was given too.
GLC02437.06135
13 December 1794
Smith, William, fl. 1794
Introduces Knox to Alexander Stevenson. States he is a "young man" looking for an appointment in the Artillery. Notes he has never met the young man but believes he is from a "hardy breed." Describes Stevenson's age, physical condition, and notes...
GLC02437.06273
21 December 1794
Discusses the "total destruction" of his father's property that took place during the war (possibly the Revolutionary War). Notes the entire family looks to him for support. Comments he is "determined to bear the pressure & the flight like a man."...
GLC02437.06279
3 February 1795
Writes a letter of introduction for two men, a Mr. Guillenard and a Mr. Blackstone, who have been having a hard time entering society in Philadelphia, even though "their talents and character entitle them to." Asks Knox to "use your influence to...
GLC02437.06340
25 July 1795
Smith, Oliver, 1749-1797
Writes a letter of recommendation for an acquaintance.
GLC02437.06472
27 July 1795
Discusses financial business regarding bills.
GLC02437.06475
3 September 1795
Discusses a business transaction he made with George Meade for the sale of about 50,000 acres of land. Also writes about other financial issues.
GLC02437.06513
8 February 1796
Discusses financial matters.
GLC02437.06618
10 March 1796
Unsigned, but the handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Discusses financial transactions related to their land speculation venture.
GLC02437.06660
28 March 1796
Writes to discuss their business arrangements. Feels upset to hear about Smith's recent financial "embarrassments," and hopes the rumors are untrue. Mentions a business letter he wrote to Mr. Hammond, a colleague of Smith's, and assumes Hammond...
GLC02437.06676
11 November 1797
Smith, Paschal Nelson, ?-1805
Discusses finances in regards to Knox's son's expenses.
GLC02437.07045
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