Download or read book Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith Thanking Smith for Introducing Him to Worthy Gentlemen 9 November 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks Smith for introducing him to worthy gentlemen. I am no party man and I know you too well to support for a moment that you would introduce any characters not proper for you & I to be sociable with. Expresses a favorable opinion of Doctor Bayley, (possibly Richard Bayley), noting that Doctor Silas Holmes also supports Bayley. Writes, The prejudices in the country, however are so strong against him that he will stand in need, of all the support he can derive from Doctor Holmes and the similar evidence. Also thanks Smith for introducing Doctor Michalies [Michaelis]. Writes, I hope in a few days, the british will evacuate the City, when I promise myself the pleasure of seeing you. Watermarked.
Download or read book William Stephens Smith to Henry Knox Discussing Letters of Introduction 28 October 1783 written by William Stephens Smith and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the importance of letters of introduction as they also serve as character references and have the ability to increase or ruin a person's reputation. Is pleased with the attention Knox paid to Dr. Bayley after receiving Stephens letter of introduction. Goes on to defend Dr. Bayley's character against criticism by a few designing men.
Download or read book William Smith to Henry Knox Thanking Knox for His Support 7 December 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: Marked private. Thanks him for his recent letter, and writes that he is much obliged by the intelligence it contained. Declares that he is satisfied with the arrangement, and believes he has discharged faithfully the duty I owed my Country, my friends and myself. Adds that Knox's communications to him will always be held in confidence. (See GLC02437.05251 and GLC02437.05253 for related information.).
Download or read book William Stephens Smith to Henry Knox Introducing Him to a Doctor Micalies who Wishes to Visit West Point 14 October 1783 written by William Stephens Smith and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces to Knox Doctor Micalies, Surgeon General of the Hessian Troops, son of Chevalier Micalies (Michaelis), who wants to visit West Point.
Download or read book William Smith to Henry Knox Asking Knox to Help Two Men Enter Philadelphia Society 3 February 1795 written by William Stephens Smith and published by . This book was released on 1795 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes a letter of introduction for two men, a Mr. Guillenard and a Mr. Blackstone, who have been having a hard time entering society in Philadelphia, even though their talents and character entitle them to. Asks Knox to use your influence to relieve Mr Guillenard from any unfavourable situation, that the tongue of slander or the Eye of Envy may have maliciously place him in.
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith 28 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: Mentions the subject of Smith's last letter and praises its virtues. Promises always to advance Smith's interests in any degree.
Download or read book William Stephens Smith to Henry Knox Requesting Military Leave 27 July 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: Says his brother Captain Smith is stationed on the Southern frontier. Since the front is quiet, he would like Knox to grant him permission to visit his family, if it is not inconsistent with the good of the service. Will be much obliged if Knox will permit him to visit New York this season.
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.).
Download or read book William Smith to Henry Knox Regarding an Appointment from the President 27 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: Writes that he has yet to set sail due to poor weather. Comments that he has never been an ambitious man, but that the President [Washington] and his Minister of State (referring to Thomas Jefferson) have convinced him to take on a position with the government. Does not specify the position, but explains why he believes the President thought he had the honesty and strength of character to take on the job. Asks Knox to protect his brother and possibly provide him with a job.
Download or read book William Smith to Henry Knox on Business Dealings and Accounts 9 November 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: Stamped as free above address. Explains that he met Captain [Thomas] Randall at the Post Office, where they made arrangements for sending monies owed by Knox to Smith (see GLC02437.05231). Also discusses the purchase of lands in Maine (related to the Waldo patent), and mentions a misunderstanding between himself and [William] Duer.
Download or read book William Stephens Smith to Henry Knox Attempting to Sell Military Equipment 13 November 1793 written by William Stephens Smith and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Says Citizen Genet is disposed to leave me in the lurch, relative to the accoutrements provided for his nation, indeed if he was to take them, I know not how he is to pay for them he has offered me Bills on France, but they will not answer. Asks Knox for assistance and to take the items at a fair value for public service. They are cartridge boxes with belts and sword belts with bayonet scabbards. Says they are fit for service and ready for transport.
Download or read book William Smith to Henry Knox Regarding a Prisoner Exchange 28 January 1783 written by William Stephens Smith and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses Mr. Sutherland's situation and mentions that he is sorry that circumstances did not work out in his favor. See GLC02437.01857 and GLC02437.01866 for more information.
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.
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Stephens Smith on Matters of Business 28 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:
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.
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.
Download or read book William Stephens Smith to Henry Knox Regarding a Book of Portraits of European Soldiers 17 March 1799 written by William Stephens Smith and published by . This book was released on 1799 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Smith tells Knox that Smith has consented once more to, enter into the tented field. Smith reminds Knox of a book he gave Knox of portraits of European soldiers. Smith asks that Knox give it to the President. (Smith is President John Adams's son-in-law.).
