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2 May 1791
[Regimental request for the Society of Cincinnati] [in French]
Request of the French regiment of de Cuzenne for crosses of the Society of Cincinnati.
GLC02437.04937
13 May 1791
Breck, Samuel, 1747-1809
to Henry Knox
On behalf of himself and his wife, Breck thanks the Knoxes for offering their Philadelphia house to use as the Breck home, but they cannot accept the invitation. The Codmans, with whom the Brecks are traveling, insist that the party stay together...
GLC02437.04947
14 May 1791
Benny and Rogers, fl. 1791
The firm Benny & Rogers write Secretary of War Knox to tell him that they received his "favor, covering Mr. Duers acceptance for 488 50/100 Dollars" as payment for two sets of maps. Free frank signed by Benny and Rogers and "Free" stamped on address...
GLC02437.04948
25 May 1791
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Benny & Rogers
Responds to the firm Benny & Rogers' earlier letter (see GLC02437.04948). Discusses financial business regarding a bill Knox covered on behalf of [William] Duer for $488.50.
GLC02437.04958
14 June 1791
Brooks, John, 1752-1825
Marked "private." Written by Brooks who had a medical practice in Medford and was a federal marshal to Secretary of War Knox. Says he was offered a chance to reenter the service by Henry Jackson. After some reflection he says he has to decline....
GLC02437.04996
5 July 1791
Says the enclosed letter (not included) is from Miss Breck to Knox's daughter. Will write more in a day or two as the post is leaving immediately. Gratefully acknowledges Lucy Knox's kindness to his daughter.
GLC02437.05051
10 July 1791
Cobb, David, 1748-1830
Cobb, a member of the Massachusetts legislature, writes that Knox may have seen "that small son of mine, whom you have kindly honor'd with a Commission." Says he has "an affection" for the "Lad" and that "the Females of my Family will never forgive...
GLC02437.05057
6 August 1791
Chamillard de Varville, Paul de, fl. 1779-1791
[Request for admission into Society of the Cincinnati]
Writes that French Lieutenant Colonel Chamillard has the honor to represent to the members of the Society of the Cincinnati that he was the commander of 200 volunteers on board the frigate Bonhomme Richard. In the battle with the HMS Serapis "his...
GLC02437.05105
7 August 1791
Says he was determined to pursue "the Object relative to the Direction of the Bank which you was so obliging as to advice when I saw you in Philadelphia," but that he has since "abandoned the project & Sold out." Was concerned that if he had a...
GLC02437.05109
12 August 1791
Bird, Henry Merttins, 1755-1818
References receiving "polite attentions" from Knox the last time he was in New York. Offers his services "in the disposal in London of your American funds, of which I understand you are a considerable holder." When he arrived in London he learned...
GLC02437.05117
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