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25 January 1783
Smith, William Stephens, 1755-1816
to Henry Knox
Pleads on behalf of a Lieutenant Sutherland, a British officer who wishes to be exchanged as a prisoner.
GLC02437.01857
27 January 1783
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to William S. Smith
Discusses the proposed prisoner exchange with Cornwallis concerning Lieutenant Sutherland. See GLC 2437.01857 for original proposal.
GLC02437.01866
28 January 1783
Discusses Mr. Sutherland's situation and mentions that he is sorry that circumstances did not work out in his favor. See GLC02437.01857 and GLC02437.01866 for more information.
GLC02437.01869
20 August 1783
Written by Colonel Smith to Major General Knox. Writes to introduce Knox to a Dr. Bailey who was "a very clever fellow." Bailey was on his way to Poughkeepsie and wanted to pay his respects to Knox.
GLC02437.02402
27 August 1783
Letter of introduction for a friend wishing to see West Point, New York.
GLC02437.02426
1 October 1783
Smith, John Kilby, ?-1842
Discusses a case where a soldier of the 6th Massachusetts Regiment was mustered as a deserter for exceeding the "limitation of a furlow ... " Smith explains that this soldier only exceeded the amount of time given due to sickness, which prevented...
GLC02437.02600
14 October 1783
Introduces to Knox Doctor Micalies, Surgeon General of the Hessian Troops, son of Chevalier Micalies (Michaelis), who wants to visit West Point.
GLC02437.02653
28 October 1783
Discusses the importance of letters of introduction as they also serve as character references and have the ability to increase or ruin a person's reputation. Is pleased with the attention Knox paid to Dr. Bayley after receiving Stephens letter of...
GLC02437.02719
2 July 1785
to Smith, Son & Smith
Informs Smith, Son, & Smith, a merchant firm (possibly from Birmingham, England) that the wares they consigned to him have arrived. Notes that the goods are in the care of Henry Jackson, who will keep them until they can be sold without incurring a...
GLC02437.03164
25 November 1786
Snelling, Joseph, fl. 1786
Written from Salem, possibly in Massachusetts. Writes, "I have performed as punctualy [sic] as I was able what you required of me, and do accompany the receipts with my warmest gratitude, my obscure life will assist but little to increase your fame...
GLC02437.03346
9 July 1787
to Samuel Smith
Informs Smith that a friend from France wishes his nephew to study at Princeton College. Wonders if the youth could study for a year or two, focusing on English language and mathematics. Asks the cost of tuition for such a course of study, as well as...
GLC02437.03599
7 April 1791
to William Smith, Isaiah Thomas, William Hull
Knox sends to Smith by the bearer "Mr. John Hills" a letter asking Smith if he could help Knox find a surveyor who could help him "ascertain [the] practicability" of building a canal that would "open an inland navigation from Connecticut River to...
GLC02437.04909
14 June 1791
Smith, Samuel Stanhope, 1750-1819
Tells Knox that his son Henry fell down several stairs in church "by a little inattention." Says the boy was alarmed at first because he had a bruised and swollen cheek, but he is now back in school and playing as usual.
GLC02437.04994
16 June 1791
to Samuel Stanhope Smith
Thanks Smith for his letter of 14 June (GLC02437.04994). Says Smith's letter was the first he heard of his son's accident. Is happy he is under Smith's good care. Says "I shall not mention the affair to his mother until he shall write to her...
GLC02437.05002
26 June 1791
to Oliver Smith
Says that Henry Jackson told him by a letter of 19 June that Smith purchased the estate for £900. Thought it would have sold for "a much more considerable sum." Says the whole sum shall be divided among the other creditors after taxes. Has written...
GLC02437.05032
27 July 1791
Says his brother Captain Smith is stationed on the Southern frontier. Since the front is quiet, he would like Knox to grant him permission to visit his family, "if it is not inconsistent with the good of the service." Will be much obliged if Knox...
GLC02437.05088
10 September 1791
Describes the grief of his family over the death of their son. Says "The expressive kindness manifested yesterday, to the remains of our beloved son, by the college under your direction [Princeton], has made a strong and grateful impression on the...
GLC02437.05152
13 September 1791
References Smith's letter of 8 September and thanks him for his kind condolence on the "sudden death of our 2d son." Says his wife "demands every prop that can be given to the wounded spirits of a tender mother." Therefore he has reluctantly...
GLC02437.05155
20 September 1791
Reports that the stagecoaches were so full for the past two days that they would not carry Henry Jackson Knox's trunks. Confirms that he sent the trunks the previous Saturday. Writes, "I found that he had done wrong by cutting out the lock of one of...
GLC02437.05165
3 October 1791
to William Stephens Smith
Claims that a variety of circumstances has kept him from transmitting the proposals they discussed in New York. Has heard Smith is on a journey to the eastward at present and wants to know if he will be in Philadelphia in the near future. Also wants...
GLC02437.05182
21 October 1791
Found Knox's letter of 3 October waiting for him upon his return from Boston. Gave William Duer a message for Knox. Since that message was written things have changed with the arrival of a minister from Great Britain [George Hammond]. Tells Knox,...
GLC02437.05204
23 October 1791
From a conversation he had with William Duer, he is concerned that Smith might have misunderstood the object of his letter and enclosure of 22 October. Tells Smith he may remember a conversation they had "in your house, relative to a favorable...
GLC02437.05208
25 October 1791
Says it might be more agreeable to Smith to buy Knox's St. Lawrence lands instead of those further east. Reports "The St. Lawrence lands are excellent in quality and are opposite to James Graves Simcoe's new government in Canada, "where land is...
GLC02437.05211
28 October 1791
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
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
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
17 March 1799
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
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
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