Author: Samuel Ogden
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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.
Author: Samuel Ogden
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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.
Author: Samuel Ogden
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Asks Knox to deliver the enclosed letter, which is addressed to a man named Chapen. Adds that since Chapen has business with Knox, Ogden expects Knox will see Chapen soon, so delivering the letter should be no trouble. Will see Knox in a few days and plans to talk with him about Knox's interest in purchasing land in Ogden's village. Would like Knox's directions so a lot can be bought in New York and a house built on it. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Author: Henry Knox
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![Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden about Business [copy], 22 October 1787 PDF](https://books.google.com/books/content/images/frontcover/QbE_0AEACAAJ?fife=w80-h100)
Author: Henry Knox
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Later copy. States that the business is in a pretty loose situation, but hopes things will improve in a few days. Says Mr. Moore will be able to provide Ogden with further details about the situation when they meet up.
Author: Samuel Ogden
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Writes that he has given much thought about a plan of Knox's and believes it to be a very [favorable] idea. Forwards a letter (refer to GLC02437.03672) to Mr. [Gouverneur] Morris. Notes he left the letter open for Knox to read. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.
Author: Samuel Ogden
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Complains about the lack of letters from Knox and mentions the situation of mutual friends.
Author: Samuel Ogden
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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.
Author: Henry Knox
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Secretary of War Knox informs the president of his arrival in Philadelphia, and also for permission to join Washington in Carlisle, Pennsylvania until the painful task upon which you are, shall be settled. The painful task was the suppression of the Whiskey Rebellion by government troops, headed by Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Virginia Governor Henry Lee. Knox's retained draft.
Author: Samuel Ogden
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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.
