Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber on the Settlement of a Debt 30 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: Draft of GLC02437.03204, written in the hand of Samuel Shaw.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox Regarding William Knox s Health and Several Financial Matters Duplicate 7 September 1785 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Duplicate of GLC02437.03188.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox Regarding William Knox s Health and Several Financial Matters 7 September 5 October 1785 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marked duplicate. Includes two letters from James Webber, both written from London. In the first letter, in a clerical hand, but initialed by Webber, written on 7 September 1785, Webber outlines his dealings with Knox's brother, William, whom he had cared for when William became mentally unstable. Writes that due to a variety of circumstances, including poor sales of his goods, William became afflicted with a lowness of spirits: and a desire to be alone. Webber took him into his home and helped him prepare to depart for America. Begs Knox to write to him about William's well-being when he arrives. Also, outlines the amount of money William's care cost him, including the charges of Dr. Monro (see GLC02437.03187), which Henry Knox promised Webber he would reimburse him for (see GLC02437.03171). Encloses several letters for Mrs. Lucy Knox from family members (not included). Webber's autograph letter signed from 5 October 1785 explains that he has not heard anything further of the ship carrying William to Boston. Has received a note from the Marquis de Lafayette thanking him for his care of William and asking William to visit him. Relates several financial matters. Reports on seeing relatives of Lucy's, who were in good health. Sends compliments and wishes to hear from them as soon as William has arrived.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber about Debt 5 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: Tells Webber that William Knox will inform him of his debt in [Samuel] Ogden's hands. Says he has confidence in the goodness of the debt.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber Regarding William s Health and Business and Financial Matters 7 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: Writes to Mr. James Webber of London on a variety of topics. First, thanks him very much for caring for Knox's brother William when William was ill. Is overjoyed to hear of his restoration to reason and health, and that he will be returning to America from England. Discusses a variety of other topics, including trade between America and England, Boston politics, and the financial business between Webber, Knox, and the firm of Broome & Platt (see GLC02437.03185).

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox Asking Him to Get Ogden to Pay His Debt 4 February 1794 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Has not received a letter from Knox since 7 August 1793. Says I must once more intreat your exertions to close the Acco[unt]t with Mr. Ogden, who has so very long protracted payment, and now can have no excuse whatever. Asks that Knox's powerful abilities be used on his behalf. Sends his regards to William Knox and asks that he pay his bill of 30 dollars.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox on Business Matters 5 February 1785 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Signed as the merchant firm Webber, Addington & Bucknell. Transmits papers which were omitted from GLC02437.03092.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox about Brother William s Spirits and Settling Debts 2 December 1790 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that William is exceedingly well, but I think his spirits are at times too much elevated, however when he gets settled in Ireland, I much hope he will go on in a regular way, and be in a happy situation. Says he could not accept William's draft of 190. Requests Knox settle his debt with Mr. [Samuel?] Ogden soon, or Webber will have to send someone to America to intervene. Knox remains indebted to Webber and therefore Webber cannot transfer credit from William's account to Henry's.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber Regarding Samuel Ogden s Character and Debt 30 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: Notes he has been silent because he could not speak with effect. Claims he has perfect confidence in [Samuel] Ogden's integrity and security, but his business arrangements have retarded his payments. Has been assured that Ogden will settle the matter by the end of the year. With his knowledge of Ogden's situation, he believes that plan is feasible. Hopes that Webber's mind will soon be put at ease. Says he will get his payment in full plus 7 percent interest. Mentions that he is enclosing a bill for [Dollar sign]1,000 or 225 for Ogden's debt to Webber.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber Regarding Debts Owed to Him 2 July 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: Apparently, Knox is trying to collect money owed to Webber for the sale of goods Webber consigned with various Americans. Discusses financial matters. Knox's brother, William, thinks Webber may have some of his money (Webber looked after William while he was in England, suffering from a bout of mental illness). Reports on other debts owed to him, relating that he even visited [Samuel?] Ogden to obtain payments due, though Ogden is financially unstable because he used paper money. Comments on the adoption of a new Constitution for the United States which utterly excludes paper money and all such delusions.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber Regarding William s Health and His Return to America 3 August 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: Writes to Webber, a caretaker and friend of Knox's brother William in England, regarding William's illness. Comments that he is very happy to hear William is doing well and that his prospects for recovery are positive. Discusses the likelihood that William will return to the United States, and hopes that he will, as his family will be able to provide a thousand tendernesses to soothe his mind & restore its tranquility. If William recovers, Knox suggests he stay in New York, with Knox and his wife and children; if he returns while still ill, requests that William return to Boston, as Knox has arranged for his care there. Reaffirms his statement in a previous letter that in case my brothers affairs should be so embarrased as to render him unable to pay the expenses of his confinement, Knox will reimburse Webber for any advances he had to make. Encloses a letter to William, as well as a packet to Mrs. Flucker, his mother-in-law, which he hopes Webber can safely deliver to her. Mrs. Knox sends her regards.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber about William Knox s Health and Business Matters 5 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: Expresses his gratitude for the care Webber has taken to assist his brother William, who suffered from mental illness. Mentions a box of books, sent from London by Sharp, that were damaged in transit. Writes, I am not well acquainted with the state of my brothers affairs... Extensively discusses the details of business transactions left unattended by William. Relates that he will not be able to travel to London to care for William, due to the demands of his family and his recent acceptance of the post of Secretary at War. Asks that Webber send William to Boston and financially support him in the meantime. Promises to repay Webber with interest for the cost of William's care. Asks that if Webber cannot send William to Boston, to reduce the cost of his expenses: My own fortune or prospects are very far from being great & I have a large family to support & young children to educate But my unfortunate friend and Brother shall participate of the last shilling. In the margin of page seven, asks for Doctor Monro's opinion on William's condition (possibly referring to John Monro, noted for his study of insanity). Sends his regards to acquaintances in England, including his mother-in-law, Mrs. [Hannah] Flucker.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox about Business 3 September 1788 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Webber, a merchant from London, discusses business with Knox. Commenting on an unpaid debt owed to him by Samuel Ogden, writes, Respecting Mr Ogden he alone is responsible for any alteration that may have taken place in the paper currency of N Jersey... his engagements not being fulfilled in point of time has been a very great disappointment to us... Requests Knox to obtain the money Ogden owes and transmit it to Webber. Also notes an outstanding debt owed by William, Henry's brother. Notes that Mrs. Harwood (Hannah Flucker Harwood), Lucy Knox's sister, has been but poorly but now is better. Includes a post paid stamp.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox Discussing Several Invoices and Other Business Matters 5 February 1785 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Signed as the merchant firm Webber, Addington & Bucknell. Discusses several invoices and other business matters. Writes that they Sincerely wish it may soon be in our power to send a more favorable accot. of Mr. William Knox, referring to Henry's brother, William.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox on Various Matters 5 March 1788 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Congratulates Henry on the birth of another child (George Washington Knox, who was born in December 1787). Transmits a bill of lading. Asks Knox to urge Mr. [Samuel] Ogden to settle his bill with Webber. Comments on the Russo-Turkish War, noting that matters are settled between Britain and France, but as the Emperor has join'd Russia, and declared War against ye Turks - it is feared that ... other powers will be involv'd, and England not escape the hostilities. Reports that trade has largely been at a standstill, except during the past two months, during which time large quantities of goods have been shipped to America. Further discusses business matters, mentioning that the Marquis de Lafayette has been paid.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox on the Condition of William Knox s Mental Health and Business Matters 2 March 1785 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Webber reports on the condition of Henry's brother, William, who suffered from mental illness. Writes, I now am griev'd that I cannot send you more agreeable tidings, still continues in the same way, and I fear but little probability of a quick recovery to a sound state of Mind- has some small intervals of reason, but it soon wears away- appetite tolerable, but much alter'd in his appearance. Promises to continue to care for William if Henry cannot come to England. Discusses financial matters that have been neglected by William. Mentions a letter from General Oglethorpe (possibly James Oglethorpe) he did not enclose in his last correspondence with Knox, noting that he sent the letter in a box of books.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox about Business with Samuel Ogden 2 June 1789 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Attaches an earlier letter he wrote to Knox, in May 1789 (refer to GLC02437.04193 and GLC02437.04194). Declares that he does not have much to add to the earlier letter's content, but stresses the importance of Knox concluding their business with Mr. [Samuel] Ogden as soon as possible. Writes that he is being seriously inconvenienced by the debt Ogden owes.