Catharine Greene To Henry Knox About Losing Her Estate Due To Her Late Husbands Debts 8 October 1790 PDF Download
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| Author | : Catharine Littlefield Greene |
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Download Catharine Greene to Henry Knox about Losing Her Estate Due to Her Late Husband's Debts, 8 October 1790 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Mrs. Greene is losing her estate because of her late husband General Nathanael Greene's debts. She tells Knox that, I am upon the point of sailing to Charleston to consult with Mr. Rutledge about your plan, and that of others - to relieve or rather to give up my Estate. She is worried about how she will support her children. Says she will not complain, and will do as Knox advises her.
| Author | : Henry Knox |
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Download Henry Knox to William Burnet about Catherine Greene's Petition O Congress about Debts Incurred by Her Husband During the War, 19 July 1790 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Relates that Catharine Greene, widow of Nathanael Greene, has a petition before Congress requesting an indemnification against debts incurred by Greene during the Revolutionary War. During the war, Nathanael Greene had made a contract with merchant John Banks to supply clothing and provisions for the Southern Army, and Knox seeks to prove Greene was not a business partner with Banks. Says that some have alleged Burnett had evidence of Greene's partnership with Banks, through the papers of his son Ichabod Burnet, who had been Greene's aide during the war. Asks whether he had such evidence, and if Greene truly asked him to destroy it.
| Author | : Henry Knox |
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| Release | : 1787 |
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Download Henry Knox to Catharine Littlefield Greene about Her Financial Situation, 31 August 1787 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Discusses Mrs. Greene's financial situation and her children. Mentions the quality of the schools in France as being one of the best, where the system is admirably adapted to impress the best habits - both of body and mind - Dancing fencing... Also writes that the Marquis de Lafayette is willing to help her, as he was friends with her husband, the late General Nathanael Greene. Knox writes that if she chooses to send her son to school in France, the Marquis will be the friend of your son... Mentions the cannons with the inscription to Greene's late husband are now complete. Also notes that [John] Jay has received from [Thomas] Jefferson a gold medal that was designed for Greene's late husband.
| Author | : Henry Knox |
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| Release | : 1789 |
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Download Letter of Advice from Henry Knox to Catharine Littlefield Greene, 27 October 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Discusses obtaining money and the assistance of Daniel Parker, Gouvenueur Morris and the Marquis de Lafayette, as they were all friends with Catharine's late husband, Nathanael Greene. Provides some financial advice about the execution of General Greene's estate. Writes that she should first take inventory of the estates and negroes to be mortgaged and invest her money. Reports that this plan has been approved by Mr. Rutledge and Judge Pendleton. Retained draft, numbered 5 at top.
| Author | : Henry Knox |
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| Release | : 1786 |
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Download Letter of Consolation from Henry Knox to Catharine Greene, 10 November 1786 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Consoles Mrs. Greene on the death of her husband, General Nathanael Greene. Writes that he planned to console her in person, but due to unforeseen circumstances will be unable to do so. Declares that he loved the General very much, as she knows, and that he and his wife send their affections to her and her children.
| Author | : Catharine Littlefield Greene |
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Download Catharine Greene to Henry Knox about Her Misfortunes and Her Daughter's Sympathies, 20 June 1790 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Writes about her current state of melancholy over her misfortunes. Relates an anecdote about her little daughter finding her crying and declaring, oh My Dear Mama I wish I could die, that I might lesson [sic] your cares. Reports that this incident [p]ierced [her] through [her] very soul. Discusses some upcoming legal matters, including one in which General [Henry] Jackson will be her adversary. Declares that she must see a Mr. Miller about these issues and hopes to travel to New York to intercept him. Noted as written in Bethlehem, state unknown.
| Author | : Catharine Littlefield Greene |
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Download Catharine Greene to Henry Knox Thanking Him for His Support and that He is Remembered in the Children's Prayers, 7 June 1790 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Writes to thank Knox for his friendship and support and hopes that he will continue his correspondence with her. When he is unable to write, hopes that his brother will send an occasional letter updating her on the well-being of the Knox family. Mentions that her children remember Knox in their prayers. Noted as written in Bethlehem, state unknown.
| Author | : Catharine Littlefield Greene |
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Download Catherine Littlefield Greene to Henry Knox, 7 January 1787 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Writes a heartfelt letter in reply to Knox's condolence letter on the death of her husband, General Nathanael Greene (see GLC02437.03333). Declares that thinking of the letter he wrote draws fresh streams of Blood from My heart, but thanks him for his kindness. Wishes him a long and happy life and hopes that his sensibility May never more be wounded by the loss of a friend. Sends her regards to Mrs. Lucy Knox and the children. Free handwritten on address leaf with no signature. The note on the address leaf appears to be in the hand of , and initialed by, Jeremiah Wadsworth. (See the signed postscript of GLC02437.03409 for comparison.).
| Author | : Henry Knox |
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Download A Statement on Mr. Greene's Evidence, 11 July 1790 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Letter is not signed but appears to be in Henry Knox's handwriting. Discusses a memorial the late General [Nathanael] Greene had submitted to Congress and the dire financial situation that now threatens Greene's family. Writes a lengthy letter defending Green's character. Describes the measures Greene took in 1782 regarding the army's clothing and provisions and why such measures were needed at the time. Also mentions various communications that took place between Greene and other gentlemen in 1782. Appears to ask Congress to relieve Greene's estate from any obligations Greene entered with John Banks for the support of the southern army. The letter appears to be directed to Mrs. Catherine Greene. Date was taken from the docket.
| Author | : Henry Knox |
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| Release | : 1788 |
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Download Henry Knox to Catharine Littlefield Greene Mentioning Her Runaway Servant and Euphemia Morris Ogden Apologizing for Not Being Able to See Her Play Whist, 8 November 1788 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Two parts. First for Catharine Greene. Apologizes that something may prevent him from seeing her. Hopes she will accept [his] sincere wishes for your happiness, and the happiness of your dear little family. Tells her that if she ever needs anything to ask him and he will do his best to accomplish it. Mentions her runaway servant, Ham [described in GLC02437.04021 as molatto.] Second for Euphemia Ogden. Regrets not being able to see and play whist with her due to being detained here by purpose more disagreeable than the employ [of] several apothecary vials. Wishes her well and that she did not live so far away. Watermarked C Taylor and with a hunting horn in a crest and GR.
