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3 September 1795
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to William Stephens Smith
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
to Henry Knox
Discusses finances in regards to Knox's son's expenses.
GLC02437.07045
17 March 1799
Smith, William Stephens, 1755-1816
Smith tells Knox that Smith has "consented once more to, enter into the tented field." Smith reminds Knox of a book he gave Knox of portraits of European soldiers. Smith asks that Knox give it "to the President." (Smith is President John Adams's...
GLC02437.07245
15 April 1801
to Samuel Smith
Congratulates Smith on his appointment as Secretary of Navy. Recommends his friend Henry Jackson be appointed to the office of Naval Agent. Describes Jackson's background and notes his contribution to the war (Revolutionary War).
GLC02437.07520
9 November 1783
Thanks Smith for introducing him to worthy gentlemen. "I am no party man and I know you too well to support for a moment that you would introduce any characters not proper for you & I to be sociable with." Expresses a favorable opinion of Doctor...
GLC02437.10183
6 December 1783
to John Ruddock
Relays orders from the Commander in Chief George Washington to make a reduction of the troops and respective departments. Orders Ruddock to deliver all the military stores in his possession to Captain William Price and consider himself and any...
GLC02437.02819
19 July-9 August 1791
St. Clair, Arthur, 1734-1818
Four parts. First part dated 19 July. Noted as an extract. Informs Knox of the arrival of troops and states that "by this time it is to be hoped that those from the Eastward have joined...should no addition have been made to them since." Writes...
GLC02437.10234
20 April 1786
to Richard Söderström
Declares that he would oblige him if he would make a payment on the bill of exchange he owes Knox, within the present week.
GLC02437.03262
20 August 1787
Ruggles, Samuel, fl. 1787-1791
Informs Knox that the house near Windmill Point, which was Knox's father's, is being sold. Says the owner would like to offer Knox the chance to purchase the house before it goes on the market.
GLC02437.03639
28 August 1787
to Thomas Russell
Discusses the character of Mr. [Thomas] Randall and Samuel Shaw and their past experience in China; possibly having to do with trade. Notes he cannot speak with respect to the plans but can speak with great confidence about the men's character....
GLC02437.03647
25 January 1788
Lowell, John, 1743-1802
Cosigned by Thomas Russell. Russell and Lowell are apparently trying to collect money owed by Knox, or his late father-in-law, Thomas Flucker, to Captain Henley. The money pertains to a mortgage on land at Charlestown (state not specified). Lowell...
GLC02437.03771
15 September 1788
St. Clair, Governor of the Northwest Territory, remarks on war with the Indians: "In my public letter of this day I have taken the Liberty to mention my Ideas on the manner in which a War should be carried on against the Indians- I do most sincerely...
GLC02437.03986
21 January 1789
to Edward Rutledge
Received his last letter with its enclosures to Colonel [Jeremiah] Wadsworth. Discusses his attempts to publish an advertisement Rutledge had also enclosed, and mentions some research he has been trying to conduct. Declares that he would do...
GLC02437.04094
21 June 1789
Russell, Joseph, fl. 1789-1800
Thanks Knox for informing him that Mr. Livingston was away in the country, and for advising him that a personal interview would do better than a letter in handling their mutual business. Also thanks him for his offer of delivering the letter upon...
GLC02437.04253
15 January 1789
Asks Knox to help him settle a problem with Mr. Livingston [his first name is not provided], apparently a legal or financial settlement. Describes recent correspondence with Livingston. Writes, "If I should fall through Livingston's cruelty, I hope...
GLC02437.04286
16 August 1789
Thanks Knox for his help in negotiating Russell's affairs with the House of Livingston. Received a letter from John R. Livingston in which Livingston expresses concern for Russell's misfortunes. Livingston is powerless to do anything for or against...
GLC02437.04328
23 November 1789
Approves of the "disinterested kindness" Rutledge has shown to Catharine Littlefield Green. Discusses a loan in detail, noting that it might best be obtained in Europe from men with "independent and unembarrassed fortunes." Discusses the propriety of...
GLC02437.04420
21 December 1789
Rutledge, Edward, 1749-1800
to [Catharine Greene]
Rutledge gives the recipient detailed advice regarding a specific debt and estate. Urges the recipient to bring forward her claim and refers to her husband's character. Mentions the Cumberland Island bonds. Adds that General [Henry] Knox and Colonel...
GLC02437.04447
12 March 1790
Refers to Rutledge's correspondence from December 1789 related to the estate of the late General Nathanael Greene (see GLC02437.04498). Has gathered evidence to place a petition before Congress regarding Greene's debt, and requests additional...
GLC02437.04540
14 January 1791
Writes on behalf of "the widow of Hector McNeill." Thanks Knox for helping her sort out her late husband's business and credit affairs. Says it has saved her the expense and time of having to hire someone to travel to New York to deal with his...
GLC02437.04825
11 May 1794-18 May 1794
Introduces Mr. William Meredith, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Russell. Explains who Meredith is and briefly discusses politics. There is a crossed out section on verso about nominees for a diplomatic position to France. Date of 11 May added...
GLC02437.06094
15 August 1794
Discusses the debt owed by their late friend, Nathanael Greene. Mentions Greene had been granted an injunction on the debt prior to his death but is once again going before a judge. Requests Knox to reexamine the evidence on Greene's case. State...
GLC02437.06166
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