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Henry Knox To William Stephens Smith Suggesting Smith Should Buy Knoxs St Lawrence Lands Instead Of Those Further East 25 October 1791
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Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith Suggesting Smith Should Buy Knox's St. Lawrence Lands Instead of Those Further East, 25 October 1791 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith Suggesting Smith Should Buy Knox's St. Lawrence Lands Instead of Those Further East, 25 October 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 selling very high. Tells him Governor George Clinton can inform him on the lands. Declares that his proportion of the St. Lawrence lands is about 42,000 acres. Explains that Gouverneur Morris was empowered by Alexander Macomb to sell the whole, and it was said by the parties that he had made an agreement for him at a crown p[er] acre - but I have not heard lately from any of the parties. Describes the conditions of a possible sale. Mentions an advance of [dollar sign] 20,000. Speaks of many caveats depending on the situation with Morris.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith Regarding Land Proposals, 3 October 1791 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith Regarding Land Proposals, 3 October 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 to know if there are any circumstances which will prevent him from complying with the proposals they discussed. If there are, Knox reports that arrangements can be made. Notes that they can meet at Princeton if that is convenient.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith Regarding Knox's Bank Stock, 23 October 1791 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith Regarding Knox's Bank Stock, 23 October 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 accommodation for the preservation of my bank stock. Says that a certain quantity of his private lands in the Waldo patent will be sold to you conditionally upon the approbation of your agent. Mentions financial arrangements to pay for it. Says [dollar sign] 1,600-[dollar sign] 2,000 must be advanced.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith Requesting that Smith Keep Knox Informed on Certain Matters, 4 December 1791 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith Requesting that Smith Keep Knox Informed on Certain Matters, 4 December 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 with the utmost propriety. (May be alluding to Smith's upcoming departure from America; see GLC02437.05251.).
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith about Financial and Land Matters, 10 March 1796 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith about Financial and Land Matters, 10 March 1796 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1796 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unsigned, but the handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Discusses financial transactions related to their land speculation venture.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith about a Land Deal with George Meade, 3 September 1795 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith about a Land Deal with George Meade, 3 September 1795 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1795 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis William Stephens Smith to Henry Knox Regarding an Appointment at the Court of London and Foreign Affairs, 21 October 1791 by : William Stephens Smith
Download or read book William Stephens Smith to Henry Knox Regarding an Appointment at the Court of London and Foreign Affairs, 21 October 1791 written by William Stephens Smith and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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, I have by this post offered myself as a Candidate for the appointment at the Court of London, & upon what I conceive to be strong grounds. If he gets appointed, he believes the post will have a very extensive influence & operation. Asks for Knox's good offices on the subject.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Alexander Hamilton about Buying Land Around St. Lawrence, 28 December 1788 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Alexander Hamilton about Buying Land Around St. Lawrence, 28 December 1788 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Asks for Hamilton's help if he is traveling to Albany. Is a purchaser, with Hamilton and others, of lands around the St. Lawrence River, the patents for which lands have been taken out of the Land Office in the name of Alexander Macomb. Aside from lands purchased by the state, certain portions of the land picked by a group led by General [Philip] Schuyler were to be paid for by Knox and several others. Would like Hamilton to determine how much Knox needs to pay and to whom he should direct the payment.
Book Synopsis William Stephens Smith to Henry Knox about Not Continuing Business with Knox, 23 March 1796 by : William Stephens Smith
Download or read book William Stephens Smith to Henry Knox about Not Continuing Business with Knox, 23 March 1796 written by William Stephens Smith and published by . This book was released on 1796 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Write to regretfully inform Knox that due to unexpected embarrassments they will not be able to continue in business with Knox. Apologize profusely, but seem to ask Knox to pay back what he owes them.
Book Synopsis William Smith to Henry Knox on the State of Affairs in New York, 21 March 1792 by : William Stephens Smith
Download or read book William Smith to Henry Knox on the State of Affairs in New York, 21 March 1792 written by William Stephens Smith and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 address leaf with no signature.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Alexander Macomb about the St. Lawrence Lands, 5 May 1791 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Alexander Macomb about the St. Lawrence Lands, 5 May 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox writes Macomb about the St. Lawrence lands. Samuel Ogden convinced Knox to buy them. Knox believes that in a year or two it will be sold for a much higher price then either you or I have hitherto contemplate.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox Replies to Richard Platt about St. Lawrence Lands, 17 December 1788 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox Replies to Richard Platt about St. Lawrence Lands, 17 December 1788 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Replies to Colonel Platt's letter (GLC02437.04055). Intends to see Platt the following morning, when they will discuss Knox's St. Lawrence lands.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Constable about St. Lawrence Lands, 23 September 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Constable about St. Lawrence Lands, 23 September 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox notes receipt of Constable's letter of 17 September 1790. Writes that although he told Constable on 23 July that he would accept the terms...for the St. Lawrence lands, three months have gone by and he cannot be expected to honor the same agreement.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Benjamin Walker about Their Land Dealings, 7 October 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Walker about Their Land Dealings, 7 October 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two parts. First part is addressed to Benjamin Walker and discusses a deed to land. Notes he received Walker's letter pertaining to the St. Lawrence lands. Mentions he has repeatedly asked Duer for copies of several notes but that Duer has been unable to locate them. Also discusses Madame de Leval's intention of applying to the Massachusetts Legislature regarding her land claim. Believes if that were to happen the contract will likely be lost. Second part is a copy of a receipt written in Knox's hand from William Duer. Confirms Duer's receipt of money from Knox.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Henry Jackson Regarding a Purchase of Eastern Land, 29 July 1791 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Henry Jackson Regarding a Purchase of Eastern Land, 29 July 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encloses a conveyance of the purchase on eastern land Jackson and Flint made for him and Duer (not included). Asks him to sign and return it as soon as possible. Will have a legal instrument drawn up tomorrow for the 100,000 acres Jackson is to have. Hopes it will amount to that. References Jackson's letter of 24 July and says he will attend to issues with his creditors. Wants the bank shares sent immediately. Tells him I pray you to make the conditional agreement with the committee ... It is of the highest importance to me and therefore I pray you to push the business with all your might.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox on Matters of Business, Land and Politics, 24 June 1791 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox on Matters of Business, Land and Politics, 24 June 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox signs with his initials. References receiving several letters from William since 7 April. Has no excuses for why he has not written more often. Says this letter will not be long because there is a ship in port that is just about to leave for Liverpool and this note needs to be on it. Says they are all well and situated comfortably near the city at Bush Hill, Vice President John Adams's house. Adams was away at Braintree, Massachusetts, so the house was available. Reports he is going into a good house in Philadelphia in the autumn. Is surprised that William is living in a strange Country without a Guinea. Says he has not paid Shaw and Randall, but he will. Will not draw upon Webber. Tells him not to worry, If you cannot sell the lands ... why you must not starve. Says that Mr. Morris has sold the lands which he bought of Gorham and Phelps. Makes references to 120,000 acres around Lake Ontario called the Yenesee Lands. Has heard that Gouverneur Morris has neglected the St. Lawrence Lands. Relates that the consular bill was put before the Senate on the last day of the session. Says it will be taken up again next session. Says that Thomas Jefferson has been absent, but he will communicate with him on the subject. Says George Washington has been absent or in the Southern states since 23 March. Has returned in good health to Mount Vernon though. Washington will be back in Philadelphia next month. Says his wife is expecting a baby on 25 July. Tells him to keep his spirits up and to keep writing even though he is a bad correspondent. Claims We have a force of about 3000 men going against the Indians. Says that unless they make peace they will need to be punished.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Duer on Their Purchase of the Mount Desert Lands, 5 August 1791 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Duer on Their Purchase of the Mount Desert Lands, 5 August 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Initialed by Knox. Encloses Mr. Bruce's report on the eastern lands (not included). Congratulates him on their purchase of the Mount Desert lands. Says This is decidedly a good thing. Mentions that Duer will see from Bruce's report that it would be rather imprudent to us to take the second million between the Schoodie and Penobscot - I would rather we should negotiate by Jackson and Flint for a million north of the Waldo patent. Wants to explore buying additional townships for sale on the Penobscot or on the sea coast. Says they should move immediately and wants to know Duer's opinion. Makes reference to securing money for payments to the state, and perhaps some more for our immediate use. Last page, which appears to be a postscript, says he is enclosing a letter from Henry Jackson (not included) which states the Mount Desert purchase is completed on good terms in respect to sum and payments. Docketed by Knox.
