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10 March 1796
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to William Stephens Smith
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
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