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James Swan To Henry Knox About Deal With Schweizer Jeanneret Co And Borrowing From Holland 23 January 1791
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Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox about Deal with Schweizer Jeanneret & Co. and Borrowing from Holland, 23 January 1791 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox about Deal with Schweizer Jeanneret & Co. and Borrowing from Holland, 23 January 1791 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Knox that the Count Montmorin, Minister for foreign affairs here, has written Mr. Otto, charg? des affaires aupr?s le Congr?s, to use his influence with the President that the proposals of Schweizer Jeanneret & Co. should be accepted. Discusses plans for America to borrow money from Frenchmen. Notes that plans can now go forward if the terms are as favorable as borrowing from Holland. Continues discussing financial matters related to the Committe of Finance and Schweizer Jeanneret & Co.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox about United States Debt to France and how this Debt Can be Paid, 27 May 1791 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox about United States Debt to France and how this Debt Can be Paid, 27 May 1791 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Swan says he wrote Knox letters on 27 December 1790 and 23 and 27 January 1791. Mentions new ministers from France arriving in America. Their primary goal is to address the U.S. debt to France. Discusses how they could find 40 million dollars to pay the debt. Claims The circumstances of the finances of france, render this matter nearer at heart, than when first proposed. The deficiency in the Revenue with the expence, was not then known: it is now severely felt. Says if there ever was a moment the U.S. could help France, this is it. Claims borrowing from Amsterdam is not cheap at the moment. Mentions speaking about details of other schemes to borrow money with William Short. Continues letter on 10 June. Gives latest on borrowing possibilities and suggests getting money from Holland would be best. Postscript mentions that Gouverneur Morris received letters from America that objected to his posting as a diplomat in France because he has an interest in the U.S. debt to France. States that Morris denies being involved in such speculation. Signature clipped.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox Looking for an Answer, 4 June 1791 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox Looking for an Answer, 4 June 1791 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hoped to already have an answer to a letter he wrote back in December. Says the subject of that letter has taken another turn and he will write in a few days about it. Encloses letters that he hopes Knox will forward to Boston.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox about Trading Partnerships with France and Holland, 3 October 1790 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox about Trading Partnerships with France and Holland, 3 October 1790 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he received Knox's letter from a year ago and would have replied sooner if he had anything interesting to say. He asks Knox to look at a letter he sent to Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson regarding a contract for supplies to the french navy and the Kinds Rationers in the Colonies-to receive in payment for such orders from the Treasury...in part of the debt of the United States to france. Swan describes that the bankers in Amsterdam are holding out from repaying any Company or persons who may hold the bonds, other than the Government here. Swan is concerned that a trading partnership cannot develop as a result unless Mr. Jefferson by his recommendation to the Secretary of the Treasury and to the President, shall propose an Instruction to the Dutchmen...that they shall pay the money due to France. Swan wishes for Knox to exert his influence on both Jefferson and Hamilton in order to achieve a favorable trading relationship.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox Discussing Financial Arrangements, 10 August 1796 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox Discussing Financial Arrangements, 10 August 1796 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1796 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses financial arrangements he has made with Knox. Relates his apprehension about entering into certain types of deals with Knox.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to James Swan about Censorship, Swan's Financial Difficulty, International Trade and the Constitution, 3 January 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to James Swan about Censorship, Swan's Financial Difficulty, International Trade and the Constitution, 3 January 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks him for his last letters. Apologizes for not writing to him about private matters, but alludes to the fact that the custom in Europe (where Swan is) is for the post officers to open the mail, so he did not feel comfortable going into detail. Hopes very sincerely that Swan is able to extricate himself from financial difficulty and avail yourself of the rising prosperity of the United States. Mentions that he has been in Boston and Swan's wife and children are in perfect health. Discusses the new Constitution of the United States, explaining that the legislatures of New York and Virginia are calling for a new convention; North Carolina and Rhode Island are still debating, North Carolina calling a new state convention and Rhode Island still holding out. Discusses international trade as well.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox about His Journey to France, 17 February 1788 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox about His Journey to France, 17 February 1788 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relates the details of his passage to France. Had planned to avoid conversing with people from Boston, but ran into people he knew aboard ship. Received introductions from French nobility during his passage. Asks for news related to the United States Constitution. Discusses his debt, stating his interest in obtaining a consular position to an unspecified location in Europe. Notes that the merchants' wives are the most extravagant in their spending, while the higher order are very prudent & oeconomical, tho' showy. Discusses letters of introduction, mentioning two previous letters from Washington to Count Rochambeau and the Marquis Chatleux. Requests new letters to the Marquis [de Lafayette?] and Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson to spare them the difficulty of recollection, which to me is the most painfull situation I can be placed in... Bemoans his financial situation.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox Regarding a Sum of Money Knox Owes Swan, 17 May 1796 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox Regarding a Sum of Money Knox Owes Swan, 17 May 1796 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1796 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reminds Knox that he needs a sum of money Knox owes him by 1 June. Declares that if his finances were not tightly arranged, and if his credit were not endangered, Swan would not be so insistent.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox on Declaration of War Against Indians and Seeks Advice on Investing, 27 October 1786 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox on Declaration of War Against Indians and Seeks Advice on Investing, 27 October 1786 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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's advice on buying or selling in to the Continental funds. Has been very pleased with Knox's advice before and would be happy to have it again. Would like to know whether to engage actively in the present commotions. Seems to be inclined to do it - My heart is warm for supporting Government - but is unsure whether he can convince his charming companion (perhaps his wife) that he should go. Discusses his recent return from the islands, which he found to be prosperous, and declares that he is receiving good profits from his business there. Congratulates Knox on the recent addition to his family and sends compliments to Knox's wife Lucy.
Book Synopsis Agreement Between Henry Knox and James Swan for Land Sale, 19 May 1795 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Agreement Between Henry Knox and James Swan for Land Sale, 19 May 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: Agreement granting 25,000 acres in the Waldo patent from Henry Knox to James Swan, also giving Knox the right to buy the land back at a fixed price.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to James Swan Returning His Account, 30 October 1787 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to James Swan Returning His Account, 30 October 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Returns Swan's account against John Campbell, who has been liberated from Goal by an oath of Insolvency & gone to Europe. (Swan had a dispute with Campbell; see GLC02437.03437). Says he does not know what the charges of Colonel [Alexander?] Hamilton are on this business, but will let Swan know when he finds out. Supports the new Constitution, and believes it will be adopted ultimately. Adds, Should Massachusetts & the other Eastern states embrace it eagerly much evil would be avoided. Date from docket.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox Forwarding Notes, 1790 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox Forwarding Notes, 1790 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forwards several notes to Knox (not included). Date previously inferred, written in pencil.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to James Swan Reporting Events in Congress, 15 October 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to James Swan Reporting Events in Congress, 15 October 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Swan of recent Congressional proceedings. Describes the Senate and House of Representatives convening from April to September, and passing revenue and judiciary laws. Adds that Congress plans to reconvene at the end of January.
Book Synopsis Agreement with James Swan for Land Sale, with Later Endorsements, 19 May 1795 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Agreement with James Swan for Land Sale, with Later Endorsements, 19 May 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: Agreement granting 25,000 acres in the Waldo patent from Henry Knox to James Swan, also giving Knox the right to buy the land back at a fixed price. Signed twice by Knox with his initials. Later endorsement at bottom of second page, dated 7 November 1798, stating that Knox is buying the land back from Swann. A second endorsement, dated 29 November 1799, states that Swan has yet to transfer his holdings to anyone.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox about the Price of Wood, 1792 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox about the Price of Wood, 1792 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the price of wood, among other business. Date previously inferred, written in pencil.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox about His Travels and Upcoming Governor Elections, 26-28 February 1787 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox about His Travels and Upcoming Governor Elections, 26-28 February 1787 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 by land again. Mentions that General [Benjamin] Lincoln will be in town, at which point Swan hopes to learn his future rank. Says he saw [Colonel David] Humphreys in Springfield, Massachusetts dressed in all the extra elegance of Paris. Noted as written at Bruce's Leicester. Second part dated 28 February 1787. Writes that he forgot to post this letter. Further describes his journey home, which seems to have worn out Mrs. Swan. Mentions again seeing Humphreys and Lincoln's expected arrival. Discusses the upcoming election for governor and the sentiments of the people. Notes [John] Hancock and [Benjamin] Lincoln seem to be principally talked of. Says the reason given was that Hancock and Lincoln were both military men, more so than Bowdn (referring to James Bowdoin) anyways. Describes a lie he heard regarding a Mr. H (possibly referring to Hancock) and a judge of the Supreme Court being supporters of Chayse [Shays' Rebellion?]. Says such lies will distract us... Ink is faded.
Book Synopsis James Swan to Henry Knox with an Economic Plan Between United States and France. Asks to Petition Washington, Hamilton and Jefferson., 27 December 1790 by : James Swan
Download or read book James Swan to Henry Knox with an Economic Plan Between United States and France. Asks to Petition Washington, Hamilton and Jefferson., 27 December 1790 written by James Swan and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Swan has enclosed a plan advantageous to both the U.S. and France and wishes Knox to exert his influence over President George Washington and Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton to agree to it. Swan also sends the bankers' letter to me, the Commission or agency in which, I sacredly engage to pay to you. In a postscript dated 30 December Swan asks Knox, pray sound Mr. Jefferson on this, or get some one to do it. I am affraid of him, merely because Mr. Short may have misled him.
