Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox about His Debts to Webber 27 July 1790 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Knox that a mutual acquaintance, David Ford, will be travelling to New York to see him and discuss his prospects of discharging Mr. [possible James] Webber's money. Reports that it will be in his powers soon to give you upwards of five hundred Pounds. Looks forward to the removal of Congress, because this suggests the Knox family will be able to see the Ogdens soon. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.

Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox about Ogden s Debts to Webber and Merchant News 5 July 1790 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports on a recent visit he made to [Samuel] Ogden. Attempted to persuade Ogden to pay a debt he owed [James] Webber, a London merchant, but Ogden has to wait for money that is owed to him before he can pay the debt. Relates that he delivered several letters to different individuals, and discusses the prospect of exporting flax seed to Ireland. Informs Knox that two ships from India have arrived in Philadelphia since he has been there, and they both have full cargoes. Says that [Thomas] Mifflin has taken him to dine with the Society of the Cincinnati. Writes, Bells ringing and Grays gardens preparing for an exhibition of something more than common - all the Phila world to be there - No doubts existing here with respect to holding the next session of Congress in the State House of this City. Signature has been clipped, resulting in additional text loss.

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 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 Samuel Ogden Concerning Business with Mr Webber and the Illness of Knox s Child 9 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:

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.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber about Business with Samuel Ogden 16 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: Explains that he has received some of the paperwork regarding Webber's business dealings with Mr. [Samuel] Ogden, but has not received all of the paperwork necessary. Adds that a packet will sail in an hour containing paperwork for Webber, including a release signed by Thomas Compson and a sum of money. Discusses various business arrangements between Ogden and Webber.

Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox about Money Owed to Knox by James Webber 4 June 1787 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recently returned from traveling, where he was apparently acting as an agent for Mr. Webber (possibly James Webber, the British merchant). Attempted to collect money from Webber to pay Knox. Expresses embarrassment that Webber didn't pay Knox sooner, and promises to pay Knox the sum Webber owes. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.

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 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 Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox about Money to Send to England His Wife s Illness and His Son s Education 14 February 1789 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Has enclosed money which he hopes Knox will send to England at his first opportunity. Refers to Mr. [possibly Joseph] Compson's letter authorizing him to draw on the money, and hopes Knox will remind Mr. [James] Webber to include the letter of advice with the bill. Discusses the illness of his wife, which has limited his traveling ability. Mentions also that his son David is enrolled in a good school. Has recently heard that Knox himself has been unwell and hopes he recovers quickly. Sends his love to Mrs. Knox and the children. See GLC02437.04114 and GLC02437.04113 for related documents. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber about Ogden s Late Payments 14 February 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: Received his last letter. Mentions that he is chagrined at the delays of Samuel Ogden in making payments. Understands how awkward this makes Webber's situation, and hopes it will be rectified soon.

Download or read book Copy of a Letter from Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden Concerning Business with Mr Webber and the Illness of Knox s Child 9 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: Later copy prepared by Townsend Ward of Philadelphia in December 1857. Includes letters and information pertaining to Mr. [likely James] Webber, and asks Ogden to provide his information as soon as possible so he can write to Mr. Webber (likely referring to business dealings between Ogden and Webber). Also discusses the severe illness of his youngest child, who apparently contracted violent dysentery on 28 June and was on the brink of death several days later. Relates that he and Mrs. Knox brought the boy to the Hook, which seems to have helped, and the boy might yet live; adds that they plan to repeat the experiment to morrow. See GLC02437.04277 for the original of this letter.

Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox Inviting the Knox Family to Visit Him 13 July 1789 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Has only just received his letter, so sent a Jacob Tuthill to Booneton [Boonton, NJ] as quickly as possible to make sure Knox got the necessary paperwork on time (likely referring to paperwork Knox asked for regarding Ogden's business with James Webber; see GLC02437.04277). Extends his congratulations on the recovery of Knox's youngest son, and comments that his own family is healthy and happy. Encourages Mrs. Knox to bring the children out to visit them and enjoy the fresh air. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden 23 December 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: Assumes that Ogden has returned from Philadelphia, where he and his wife Euphemia wished his brother Gouverneur a safe trip to Europe. Reports that his three youngest children have passed through the measles, and that two of his other children (Henry Jackson and Lucy) have a fever. Asks if Ogden, who operates the Delaware Works, has sent Samuel Shaw's iron to Boston. Asks how he should reply to a letter from James Webber, a London merchant, who wishes to collect a debt owed to him by Ogden. In a post script, comments on the sale of Colonel [Alexander] Hamilton's St. Lawrence lands at a low price to [Alexander] Macomb. Adds that he declined the same offer for his lands. Asks if Gouverneur might be able to sell the land for a better price while he is in England.

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 Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden about Monies Owed 4 March 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: Discusses monies owed by Thomas Compson to [James] Webber, specifically the second payment owed to him. Sends love from himself and Mrs. Knox to Mrs. Ogden. Docketed by Henry Knox. Letter is significantly faded.