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William Knox To Henry Knox On Housing And Trade Matters 19 April 1793
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Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on Housing and Trade Matters, 19 April 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox on Housing and Trade Matters, 19 April 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wanted to write yesterday, but received no word of Wilks' house until after the post left. Mr. Wilks is currently in negotiations with Colonel William Smith either for the purchase or lease of it. Will know the outcome in two or three days. If Smith does not take the house it will be let for 350 per annum. The house also has 50 acres of grounds. Yesterday a ship arrived form Calcutta owned by John Livingston. It contained Indian sugars and muslins. Says the ship and cargo amounts to [dollar sign] 50,000. While it did not net Livingston as much as he hoped, he considers it as so much saved from the scrip business. Reports that Mr. Macombs' Houses & etc. were sold yesterday and purchased by Mr. Edgar on Macomb's own account. Says Mr. King it is said offered at private sale upwards of 7,000 pounds for the large House, but finding Mr. Edgar decided on purchasing, it went off for considerably less. Is happy Henry's health is better, although his own is not so good.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on Housing and Financial Matters, 12 February 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox on Housing and Financial Matters, 12 February 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dined with Cary Ludlow, the father-in-law of Mr. Morton, where he learned that Mrs. Morton was opposed to going into their new house on Broadway. Ludlow said his son-in-law will probably be induced to let it for 350 pounds. Says if Morton can be persuaded to part with it for 300 pounds, it will be a good price in the current market. Relates that he spoke to Mrs. Fleming again about her house, but she is still determined to let it for 400 a year for 3 years. Reports that Isaac Clason, a merchant, is about to buy up Macomb's debt at 5/6 to the pound. Does not see William Duer taking any measures to extricate himself. Notes that Duer's wife is going to be on Long Island after 1 May. Assumes this letter will take some time getting to Henry, as there is a bad snowstorm at the moment.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on Housing Matters and Foreign Affairs, 10 February 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox on Housing Matters and Foreign Affairs, 10 February 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports that there are so many people in the market for a house that a place will not remain unrented for more than a day. Believes if one opens up it will be gone by the time Henry would forward the necessary instructions. Forwards a letter from Mr. Brett from Britain. Brett mentioned that great apprehensions were entertained of disturbances in England. Reports that a large fleet has been ordered to be in readiness. Says the garrison at Frankfurt on Main has been taken by the combined forces of Prussia and Germany. The King of Prussia was present at the battle, which proves he has not made a separate peace as was reported. Says the English stocks have fallen in London, while the American ones have risen. Reports that Colonel William Smith and his family has arrived by the latest packet. Gives Henry other financial news. Asks for information on William Bingham's proceedings.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on Land and Political Matters, 26 January 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox on Land and Political Matters, 26 January 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports that he had dinner with Mr. Morton and learned that house rents will be high this year. Called on William Duer yesterday who reported that Billy Morris was directed by Mr. C. to make the written report he did respecting the Eastern lands. Duer claimed that Morris had given a favorable report in the past, but he is not surprised as this trick had been practiced more than once by the same parties. Writes, People in general here appear to be sorry at your intention of retiring (which I have neither confirmed or denied) it is universally circulated - and it was last night mentioned that Mr. [Alexander] Hamilton had concluded to do the same. Continues the letter on 26 January and reports seeing Governor William Paterson in Brunswick, New Jersey. Says he observed that the Southern opposition to Government would end in nothing. Paterson said he would hold out the prospect of separation with them, which would scare them and bring them back to reason. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on Business and Financial Matters, 6 February 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox on Business and Financial Matters, 6 February 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on Foreign Affairs and Land Matters, 27 February 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox on Foreign Affairs and Land Matters, 27 February 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wanted to be in Philadelphia by 1 March, but thinks it will more likely be 3 or 4 March now. Writes, It is the general opinion here that a war will take place between England and France, several officers of the British Navy are here at present, they are hurrying home by the first vessels. Notes Mr. Macomb has been released from jail upon the principles I lately mentioned to you. States Macomb's real estate is up for sale. Says no man lives more at his ease than Horatio Gates. Saw him at 3 dinner parties last week. Mentions that he is a warm democrat; the Baron says he is a good military man, but a bad politician. And that he has good terms at the Crugar house and farm, 2,000 for the rest of his life. Gates sells 400 of produce each year after supplying the needs of his family. Reports that Mr. Van Berckel, the Dutch ambassador to the U.S. and the husband of Madame de Leval, has purchased two lots of Courtland Street and will build a home. It appears he will not return to Europe. Postscript says, Gen. Gates says he hopes Colo. Hamilton will not think of going out, in consequence of the noisy conduct of some people, whose sole object is to get in themselves, this sentiment appears to prevail here both with respect to him and yourself.
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 William Knox to Henry Knox Reporting on Mr. Hoffman's Inquiries on Houses in New York, 9 April 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox Reporting on Mr. Hoffman's Inquiries on Houses in New York, 9 April 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports on Mr. Hoffman's inquiries on houses in New York. Says Baron Von Steuben's former house is now occupied by Mr. Stockholm, who operates a button manufactory in the neighborhood. Reports the house advertised by Mr. McEvers at Bloomingdale has been sold to a rich Dutchman. Says John Livingston bought the house previously owned by Colonel Platt. He will not let the house for less than 300 per year. Says the house of Roger Morris is now owned by or at the disposal of Mr. McKenncot, a merchant. A farmer lets two of the rooms in the house and watches over the place. McKenncot is trying to decide if he will let the other rooms.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on the Conclusion of the War, Family and Business Matters, 8 April 1783 by : William Knox
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Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on His Move to Maine and Debts, 1 May 1793 by : William Knox
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Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on Politics and Foreign Affairs, 22 February 1793 by : William Knox
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Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on Financial Matters and Debt, 6 March 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox on Financial Matters and Debt, 6 March 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Has been trying to make an arrangement with Mr. Vaughan's bill for the last 3 or 4 days. Says it will be impossible to cash without the loss of 10 percent. The scarcity of money is making borrowing hard. Asks Henry to send him a United States bank note for [dollar sign] 50 so he can pay his debts before going to Philadelphia. Wants to know when Henry will employ Dr. Shippen. Signature has been clipped.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on American Land Value and the Possibility of European Investors, 19 February 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox on American Land Value and the Possibility of European Investors, 19 February 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports he recently met with Mr. Williamson and Mr. Wadsworth about lands in the Gennessee Country of upstate New York. Says farms of 300-500 acres are going for [dollar sign] 1.50 per acre. Makes reference to lands that would eventually become Cooperstown and its environs, those in this state in the neighbourhood of Lake Otsego, have greatly enhanced in value also. Believes the situation in Europe will lead investors to put their money into American lands. Heard several families from the English West Indies have recently bought land. Wants to know if Henry has made arrangements with General Stewart for the other million which you mentioned, or do you intend to make any with Mr. Bingham for the same? Says the singular misfortune of a Miss Coffin is the talk of the town. She was the daughter of a gentleman who sided with the British in the Revolution and has since moved to Canada. Tells Henry this young lady has come from there [Canada] with a Captain McNamara of the British Army, who is a married man, and for whom an extraordinary attachment has induced her to take this unfortunate step, he is not less fond of her and to atone for it, promises to marry her as soon as his wife dies. Says they lately had a child. She now resides in a small house in the Bowery with her lover.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox Discussing Business and Trade in Europe, 13 June 1783 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox Discussing Business and Trade in Europe, 13 June 1783 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses business in Europe and his hopes of expanding trade. Mentions the cost of labor in America as compared to that in Europe.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox Regarding House Viewings for Henry, 28 January 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox Regarding House Viewings for Henry, 28 January 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enquired of Berry & Rogers for horse or travelling canteens. They only had one pair of a small size for 7 guineas. Heard Mr. Edgar will quit his house on Wall Street. Also heard that Mrs. Fleming is moving from her home. Is meeting with Fleming's agent and Mr. Edgar today to discuss possible rent. Reports there is a house belonging to a Mr. Rynlander on the North River near Partition Street, although he thinks Henry will not like it. Is satisfied that Henry did not have a connection with Green, as his reputation has been damaged recently over an incident involving erasure on a note of hand. Colonel Platt informed him that Mr. Lawrence is to give 350 pounds a year for his house. Postscript says Shaw and Randall will sail in two days. Reports that Isaac Sears made it to New York from London in 63 days. Date taken from postscript, which was marked Monday. GLC02437.05799, another letter from William to Henry Knox, is marked as Tuesday Morng 29th Jany 93.
Book Synopsis William Bingham to Henry Knox on Land Matters, 13 January 1793 by : William Bingham
Download or read book William Bingham to Henry Knox on Land Matters, 13 January 1793 written by William Bingham and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox Regarding House Viewings for Henry and News of William Green, 29 January 1793 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox Regarding House Viewings for Henry and News of William Green, 29 January 1793 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Initialed by William Knox. Reports that Mr. Edgar will not leave his house on Wall Street. Says Macombs large house is not yet sold. Says that Mrs. Fleming wants to rent her house out for 1,200 pounds for three years. Edgar informed him that [Philip] Livingston offered her 1,000 pounds, but that it was refused. Will wait as the extraordinary advance in rent will probably induce some to part with theirs who did not intend it. Provides the full story on Mr. Green, which he quickly referenced in GLC02437.05798. Green altered a document on a shipment of goods sent on a ship he owned. Reports that Bills of Exchange are at 2 1/2 percent under par.
