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Samuel Shaw To Henry Knox Discussing Business Endeavors 22 August 1785
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Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Discussing Business Endeavors, 22 August 1785 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Discussing Business Endeavors, 22 August 1785 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to discuss business endeavors with Knox. Declares that as he has not had a response from Mr. [possibly Robert] Morris in four weeks, he has changed his plans. Instead of remaining in Boston and trying to sell Mr. Morris's teas, which he is holding at 12 per cent higher than the market price, he has asked his brother-in-law, Mr. Parkman, to manage his business affairs and will come to New York to visit Knox and his wife. Has written to Mr. Morris to this effect, and will take passage to New York in four or five days on a ship called Godfrey from Rhode Island. He also wants to hasten his trip because of the arrival of his friend Mr. [Thomas] Randall in Baltimore (see GLC02437.03176). Also adds a note for Mr. [perhaps Samuel] Ogden, explaining that a merchant in Boston has agreed to buy Mr. Ogden's iron.
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Discussing the Anniversary of Independence, Family and Political Matters, 8 August 1785 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Discussing the Anniversary of Independence, Family and Political Matters, 8 August 1785 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shaw, Knox's former aide-de-camp, writes a friendly letter to discuss a variety of matters. First, he forwards Mr. Gardiner's oration on the anniversary of independence. If you can travel through so much various matter as it is composed of, it will be a strong proof of your perseverance. References a letter he sent Knox on 1 August, saying that it was written in the bitterness of my soul, and what is worse, a bitterness which still continues; he is having problems settling his father's estate, and is resigned that the outcome will not benefit himself or any of his siblings. Relates some information about a navigation act regarding the British, and hopes Congress will exercise its powers. Finally, discusses a dispute between the towns of Boston and Roxbury, Massachusetts, that has been occurring over the last two weeks, regarding enforcement of an act prohibiting people from riding out on Sundays. Recounts the way the lawyer, Mr. Benjamin Hickbourn [most sources say Hichborn] resolved the dispute with Judge Boardman of Roxbury.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Samuel Shaw Asking Shaw to Settle Some Business for Knox, 2 September 1785 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Shaw Asking Shaw to Settle Some Business for Knox, 2 September 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Requests that Shaw settle some business for him concerning a bill for 1,530 drawn by a Mr. Broome and Mr. Platt, who are now bankrupt and unable to pay the bill. Asks Shaw to go to New Haven to collect the payment or obtain a security. Watermarked with hunting horn inside a crest and GR underneath.
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Discussing Business, 17 January 1790 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Discussing Business, 17 January 1790 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks Knox for his favor of the 16th [of January] and for his communications respecting Messieurs Pintards proposals. Informs Knox, due to the advanced season it would be impossible for him to deviate from the direct and speediest route to China and therefore he could not avail himself of their proposal. Discusses business affairs with associates. Encloses a letter (not included) from Samuel Newman, whom Shaw wishes to have a military appointment. The letter is dated 1790, but based on the content and letters exchanged regarding the same issues it is likely it was 1791.
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Regarding the Financial Situation of the Company Broom and Platt, 9 September 1785 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Regarding the Financial Situation of the Company Broom and Platt, 9 September 1785 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relates that per Knox's instructions, he has gone to New Haven and met with Mr. [Samuel] Broome and Mr. [Jeremiah] Platt to discuss their outstanding financial business. Explains that Broom and Platt assured him they will not be able to repay the money they owe in the next year. Provides a lengthy and detailed explanation of the firm's financial dealings, including the ways the war interfered with their business. Adds some information about the money they owe to the firm of [James] Webber & Co. Relates possible solutions to the problem.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Samuel Shaw about Shaw's Business Projects, 14 July 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Shaw about Shaw's Business Projects, 14 July 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: Congratulates Shaw on his arrival in Providence and hopes that his projects may be blessed with success. Presumes he went directly to Boston when he arrived. Discusses business concerns, including the sale of Shaw's goods, and comments on his correspondence with Shaw.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Samuel Shaw Discussing the Financial Problems of Broome and Platt, 10 September 1785 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Shaw Discussing the Financial Problems of Broome and Platt, 10 September 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the financial problems of Broome and Platt. Notes his financial embarrassment after receiving Shaw's report about the state of Broome and Platt. Determines to take goods instead of payment from the company, but is unsure of what to do about the bill that is still owed to a firm in London. Watermarked I Taylor.
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Discussing Congress, 30 October 1783 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Discussing Congress, 30 October 1783 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses his experience with Congress, in particular, making forced compromises in order to bring about a successful end to Knox's business. I need not tell you how happy I am that this matter is at last brought to a close. Instead of one, it seems a twelvemonth since I left you, - the chagrin and mortification inseparable from an attendance on Congress is beyond any thing.
Book Synopsis Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Business, Political and Economic Matters, 15 August 1785 by : Henry Jackson
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Business, Political and Economic Matters, 15 August 1785 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colonel Henry Jackson writes to his close friend General Henry Knox on a variety of topics. Writes I have been Lasey it is true, but cool weather is coming on & I shall be more attentive in future. Discusses the sale of some hardware goods Knox had obtained and the price for which they have been selling in England. Mentions matters of local politics, including letters between the governor and Congress and also disparaging remarks against our friend B. made in the newspaper. Comments on difficulties with new currency at the bank. Discusses a local dinner party. Finally, describes the current state of their friend Samuel Shaw, Knox's former aide-de-camp, who is exceeding dull & meloncolly due to difficulties settling his late father's estate. Has asked Mr. [possibly Robert] Morris to take his goods out of his hands. Adds, He frequently converses with me on the subject. I endeavor to keep him up. I wish you could find a berth in your office for him he is ill except of any thing if he can be with you. He considers you, his friend & Father. Sends regards to Mrs. Knox and their children.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Robert Morris Regarding Employment for Samuel Shaw, 15 May 1785 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Robert Morris Regarding Employment for Samuel Shaw, 15 May 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transmits Morris a letter from Samuel Shaw, who served as Knox's aide during the Revolutionary War. Shaw hopes to gain employment from Morris in an unspecified position.
Book Synopsis Letter Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Explaining the Current Situation with Broome & Platt, 16 September 1785 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Letter Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Explaining the Current Situation with Broome & Platt, 16 September 1785 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to explain the status of their dealings with the firm of Broome & Platt, with whom they are trying to settle a debt. Relates that Broome and Platt acknowledge the amount of money they still owe Webber & Co. of London (on whose behalf Knox is settling this debt), but will be unable to agree to the conditions requested by Knox. Describes a story the firm told him about their debt to Ludlow Gold of New York, which they also cannot pay, as evidence of the serious financial trouble their firm is in. Shaw also mentions that upon receiving the goods owed to him and Knox, he noticed that there was nothing salable left in their store. Relates further conditions of their arrangement.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Samuel Shaw and Thomas Randall about Trade and American Politics, 3 January 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Shaw and Thomas Randall about Trade and American Politics, 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: Unsigned. Writes that he received Shaw's letters and enclosures, and was delighted and satisfied to hear of his health and the prospect of advancing his interests. Has no hope that Shaw will receive the letter, but addresses it to him on the bare possibility he will receive it, hoping that if he does not, our dear friend Randall may for whom it is equally intended. Focuses primarily on business matters. Discusses the sale of merchandise Shaw arranged for Knox before he left for China, and describes a transfer of this merchandise from Samuel Ogden because Ogden went out of town. Also mentions the new government and new Constitution of the United States, and declares that when he returns to the country, he will likely find George Washington to be President and John Adams to be Vice President. Provides some information on their family and friends, and also discusses ships traveling to China from Boston. In the hand of William Knox.
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Saying that Shaw Will Soon be Sailing, 7 March 1790 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Saying that Shaw Will Soon be Sailing, 7 March 1790 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses his business with [Samuel] Parkman and Messrs. [Nicholas] Hoffman and [Son], noting it will soon be settled. Informs Knox he will be sailing in the near future, thanks to Parkman. Writes that [l]anguage is insufficient to express how much I love you both - Tell Billy that he occupies a brothers place in my heart.
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox about Various Military Matters, 5 March 1782 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox about Various Military Matters, 5 March 1782 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox on a Deal with Shaw's Creditors, 31 December 1791 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox on a Deal with Shaw's Creditors, 31 December 1791 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the positive outcome of a meeting with his creditors in Europe, specifically outlining how he was able to save his credit by selling his ship. Happily relates that his creditors are willing to lend to him again due to his honest character. Describes his financial plans, including obtaining merchandise (such as tea) to ship to India, America and Europe, and relates that he will be traveling with the merchandise being sent to Holland and England. Asks Knox to tell [Thomas] Randall to remain in New York until Shaw returns, if Randall is in New York at present. Relates that the government in Batavia has recently decided to allow Americans to trade there. Sends his love to Lucy Knox, and also includes a list of items he is sending to Knox, including dishes with Knox's initials carved on them.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Samuel Parkman Discussing a Business Transaction, 18 June 1788 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Parkman Discussing a Business Transaction, 18 June 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: Encloses two letters from [Samuel] Shaw (not present) which just arrived from Canton, China. Indicates one of the letters is for Parkman, and the other for Mr. Peck. Discusses a business transaction: ...Mr Eli Hayden the supercargo of the above vessell has contracted with Major Shaw to build a ship according to Mr Pecks directions & that he has remitted a certain proportion of the funds for this purpose on respondenture on the above Vessell consigned to the said Eli Hayden. Shaw enclosed Hayden's bonds for Samuel Ogden, assuming he lived in New York. Expects Ogden, (now located at Delaware Works in Morrisville, Pennsylvania near Trenton, New Jersey), or his power of attorney to arrive in New York to resolve the issue. Sends his compliments to Mrs. Shaw.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Samuel Shaw and Thomas Randall on Business Matters, 19 January 1793 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Shaw and Thomas Randall on Business Matters, 19 January 1793 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox relates that extreme hurry has kept him from answering their letter relative to the demands of Messrs. Philips and [Cramond]. Will attend to the matter in the manner they want.
