Author: Henry Knox
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Knox received Joy's letter of 6 August 1799. Knox's financial woes are preventing him from making payments presently. He, himself, is owed money. Knox mentions that his sawmills are not at work right now. He has discussed these matters with Henry Jackson as well.
Author: Benjamin Joy
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Joy writes Knox about the court summons that he received, along with Henry Jackson and Knox regarding past payments that they have not paid. Joy says, I had rather pay it out of my pocket than let my name appear in the court. Joy would like some assistance and advice from Knox. Mentions Knox consulting with Benjamin Lincoln.
Author: Benjamin Joy
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Discusses business transactions involving timber and lime. Appears to complain about a shipment of timber being short and the long pieces being cut. Threatens to prosecute the shipper who delivered the timber unless the shipper can replace the missing timber. Requests more timber and two long pieces. Also mentions other items he would like Knox to ship to him. Expresses his sympathies in the troubles Knox is having with the squatters (likely in Maine).
Author: Benjamin Joy
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Writes to enclose a draft on a Mr. Gibbs for a sum of money (not present). Briefly discusses the terms of the financial transaction.
Author: Henry Knox
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Informs Joy his timber will be shipped to him this week. Also informs Joy that he hired a surveyor for Joy's lands.
Author: Henry Knox
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Knox discusses with Lincoln matters concerning their business affairs. He tells Lincoln that Henry Jackson is having a difficult time advancing anything, and he asks Lincoln that he not bring any action against Jackson, as it will have a most pernicious [effect]. Knox says he will try to get Lincoln the money by mid-summer. Knox goes on to talk about other related matters and offers ideas about how to best deal with associates who are requesting money or who are not paying up.
Author: Henry Knox
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Knox talks about his cattle and lots of land, as well as his money troubles which make it difficult for him to pay his bills. He can only send Rynier ten dollars.
Author: Benjamin Joy
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Sends Knox a mortgage bond and mentions a taking a trip to see him.
Author: Henry Knox
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Asks Walker for details regarding the financial troubles of William Duer. Had endorsed Duer's notes, which had been given to him by Walter Livingston. Discusses some of Duer's woes.
Author: Benjamin Joy
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Joy mentions he is desirous to have a description of the land he purchased from Knox. Notes he would like as detailed of a description on the lands as possible. Says he would like the information to be backed by Knox's declaration and would like a copy of his deed. Also expresses his dread about a day of reckoning approaching.
