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17 December 1783
Sullivan, James, 1744-1808
to Henry Knox
Forwards a letter (not included) of introduction and request to locate a doctor's grandson. Stamped "[B]oston" on the address leaf.
GLC02437.02838
29 December 1783
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Major Sumner
Provides instruction to Sumner about mustering troops. Says it will be unnecessary to muster the Massachusetts troops.
GLC02437.02870
7 June 1784
Sumner, Job, 1754-1789
Asks Knox for "a speedy determination of our Ranks" as rank will determine his subsistence and pay. Hopes he is entitled to "the allowance of major" unless Congress revokes his commission.
GLC02437.03010
8 January 1787
Discusses a variety of financial matters. Mentions bonds and a mortgage involving Mr. Isaac Winslow, as well as investment in the estate of a Major Dench, which is now proving to be insolvent. Date of letter is cited as 8 January 1786, however...
GLC02437.03235
27 October 1786
Swan, James, 1754-1830
Writes that he is "agreeably saluted with the news of War being declared against the Indians." Is quite overjoyed at the situation: "I told you in State Street, what my hopes were- little did I think the happy circumstance so near." Would like Knox...
GLC02437.03321
4 November 1786
to James Swan
Very flattered by Swan's confidence in his judgment, and only wishes his judgments were up to that standard. He has not been contemplating the funds, so he cannot judge "which species of them ought to have the preference." Provides some thoughts as...
GLC02437.03326
14 January 1787
Sullivan, John, 1740-1795
Sullivan, the Governor of New Hampshire, writes that based on their long acquaintance and friendship, he takes the liberty to introduce his good friend Paine Wingate, delegate to Congress from New Hampshire. Writes that "he is a stranger in New York...
GLC02437.03415
26-28 February 1787
Two parts. First part written 26 February 1787. Notes he missed the post at Hartford, Connecticut and only has time to write a quick note. Describes how long and difficult his journey has been, particularly for Mrs. Swan, and says he will never go...
GLC02437.03471
28 February 1787
to James Sullivan
Body of the letter and signature in the hand of Robert Pemberton, Knox's aide. Discusses an upcoming convention (the Constitutional Convention) in Philadelphia. "The late approbation of Congress of a Convention to be held at Philadelphia in May next...
GLC02437.03473
2 March 1787
Mentions some legal papers that he is trying to get an attorney assigned to. Discusses horse breeding and the recipient's recent trip through Connecticut.
GLC02437.03479
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