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19 November 1792
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Madame de Leval and Jean-Baptiste de la Roche
Informs de Leval and de la Roche that a new company will probably be formed to deal with their business.
GLC02437.05706
13 June 1784
to William Hull
Orders Colonel Hull to travel to Canada to ascertain precisely when Great Britain will "deliver up the posts within the teritories [sic] of the United States..." Asks Hull to learn where the British forts are located and how many men are stationed...
GLC02437.03019
23 October 1783
Putnam, Rufus, 1738-1824
to Henry Knox
Discusses his observations concerning the public view of commutation. States that there is still general prejudice against officers especially by "lower class of people" but that the prejudice is abating. Mentions a "Lake Erie Scheme," the prospect...
GLC02437.02703
21 February 1784
to Mrs. Pynchon
Writes he has been informed that Mrs. Pynchon late husband had military stores such as wine, rice, and medicine for use of the Continental troops stationed at Springfield. Asks her to deliver the items to Major [Joseph] Williams, in charge of the...
GLC02437.02962
16 December 1791
Randall, Thomas, ?-1811
Discusses payment of a bill owed by Knox's brother William. Paid the bill and encloses the receipt. Reports that he has heard that Mr. [Samuel] Shaw had recently passed the Cape of Good Hope in southern Africa on a ship en route to Europe. Guesses...
GLC02437.05258
10 October 1783
Ogden, Samuel, 1746-1810
Letter of introduction for four officers, two of which are German, hoping to visit West Point, New York before travelling to Europe.
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29 December 1783
to Daniel Parker
Knox, commander of West Point, reports that "about [ninety] men will be stationed in New York probably the greatest part of the Winter." Asks whether Parker, a contractor who furnished supplies for troops, will provide supplies for these men.
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25 January 1784
Parker, Daniel, 1782-1846
Introduces Colonel De Mirand[a], possibly Francisco de Miranda, "A Spanish Gentleman from Mexico, whom I take the Liberty to Introduce to your notice."
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21 March 1784
Knox negotiates with Parker, of Daniel Parker & Co., a firm that supplied Continental troops with provisions. Hopes Parker will continue to furnish supplies to troops, although Congress has not informed Parker or Knox of a contract renewal. Refers...
GLC02437.02980
25 April 1792
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
Writes that he and General [David] Cobb arrived in New York yesterday. Received Knox's letter via Colonel [Sebastian] Bauman, and would like to assure Knox that he believes Mr. [Royal] Flint will stick to their plan and make deals that are in their...
GLC02437.05429
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