Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Their Families and the Death of Alexander Hamilton 26 July 1804 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1804 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Was exceedingly happy to receive Knox's last letter, and he and his family hope to have letters from the Knoxes more frequently. Does not believe his health permits traveling, including visiting Knox, but asks whether the Knox family might be able to visit the Ogdens next winter. Writes, The unhappy death of poor [Alexander] Hamilton has thrown all this part of our Country into a State of real sorrow: He certainly is very much to be lamented. He was really a great and good man, and I fear has not left many like him behind. [Aaron] Burr is not now visible; He will however soon return to New York, which he will find really unpleasant; Indeed such is the public feeling on this occasion, that he must expect a prosecution of a very serious nature.
Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Family and Friends 26 November 1797 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1797 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Complains about the lack of letters from Knox and mentions the situation of mutual friends.
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 Sending His Best Wishes to the Ogden Family 17 June 1804 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1804 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Takes the opportunity to write via Mr. David Ogden [likely Ogden's son] to send his best wishes to the Ogden family and asks after their well-being.
Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Social and Family Matters 28 June 1791 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ogden says some person, a Country man of yours, stopped by to give their compliments to him, but he was absent. Adds that old Thomas took the message but forgot the name of the visitor. The acquaintance is on his way to Philadelphia. Ogden asks Knox to let me know his name, & tell him I wish to see him. Says their little girl is mending fast.
Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox with Condolences on the Death of Knox s Youngest Daughter 16 August 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: Says he and Mrs. Ogden share in Knox's and Mrs. Knox affliction over their recent misfortune (Ogden is likely referring to the recent loss of Knox's youngest daughter, see GLC02437.03635). Invites Mrs. Knox to bring her children for a visit as [o]ur Family and nieghbourhood are remarkably healthy, and I dare say what with the change of air & Exercise Lucys state of health would be mended and that Mrs Knox would sooner recover the very severe shock she has met with... Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.
Download or read book A Letter of Introduction from Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox 2 July 1783 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he and Gouverneur Morris have advised their brother-in-law, Wilkins, to move his family from Long Island to Westchester Town. Requests that Knox introduce Wilkins to an unnamed officer. Explains that Wilkins is of good character and has not been classed among those who ought to receive any particular mark of displeasure from their country. Writes that General Lewis Morris and the Chief Justice (John Jay at the time) have been friendly with Wilkins and have advised his becoming a subject of the state. Requests that General Knox and his family visit Ogden and his wife during the summer. See GLC02437.10119, .02461, and .10120 for related documents.
Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Family Financial and Political News 4 January 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: Two parts. First part from Samuel Ogden. Sends regards to Knox's children who have recovered from the measles. Writes about work done for a ship and land on the St. Lawrence river. Mentions that Mr. [Gouverneur] Morris will be authorized to sell a part of our shares... Second part from Mrs. Euphemia Morris Ogden. Sends her love to Mrs. Lucy Knox and says that she will write to her presently. Says all the Massachusetts electors are good Men & staunch Federalists. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.
Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Business Government and Family Matters and Mentioning the Whiskey Rebellion 20 October 1794 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Knox he received his letter regarding the commission from Carolina. Encloses a deed (not included) and needs Knox to have it signed by a federal judge. Discusses his wife's failing health. Congratulates Knox and Mrs. [Lucy] Knox on their newborn son. Notes their little boy is in fine health. Appears to hint at not having any more children. Discusses land deals involving Williamsons settlement and the Six Nations. Mentions he just received word that John Burnett is away fighting the insurgents and the commission business in Carolina may have to wait for his return or perhaps can be completed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Also notes two favorite children of his (Burnett's) were buried last Sunday ... and a third is now dangerously ill and he may try to return home.
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 Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox Looking Forward to a Visit 26 May 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: Writes, We very much lament the occasion which hurryed you by us with out giving us a call, we hope to hear of the recovery of your Child without injury having happened to so precious a member as its Eye. He and his wife look forward to an upcoming visit with Knox and his wife. Writes that he will be leaving from Booneton [Boonton] (in New Jersey) on Monday morning, and while en route will send Knox a letter on the subject of a remittance for one of their business contacts. He and Mrs. Ogden send their love to Lucy and to Uncle Billy, Knox's brother William. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.
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 Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on a Position in Newark 26 February 1793 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Says there is an old proverb which states Silence gives consent. Since Knox has not contradicted his previous suggestions, he will proceed to make a location for you in this Town, meaning Newark. Has thought it over and knows it is the correct course. Believes it is best for Knox to leave a place where the people are ungrateful to him and to move to a peaceful and quiet place. Mentions his son is recovering from a fever. Free handwritten on address leaf with no signature.
Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Their Friendship 2 August 1791 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wants Knox to forward an enclosed letter to William Knox (not included). Has been considering the proposals Knox made to him and he is at a loss of how to decide. Is also at a loss for the very extraordinary refusal of the concerned. Believes Knox acted in friendship, but he can best detest the Men, who so unjustly have availed themselves of an advantage, that as far as I can judge would disgrace an Izrailite. Will not say anything further until he sees Knox, which will be next Saturday.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden on Business and Land Matters and Ogden s Impending Visit 19 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:
Download or read book Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Land Deals with Alexander Macomb 27 April 1792 written by Samuel Ogden and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Argues that it is necessary, because of Mr. [Alexander] Macomb's situation, for them to split up the St. Lawrence tract of land. Will be traveling to New York on that business, and hopes Knox will send him his deeds and authority to act on Knox's behalf. Provides news of the health of his wife, Mrs. Ogden.
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.
