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Download Henry Knox to Catharine Littlefield Greene, 7 January 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Writes a friendly letter to Mrs. Greene, the widow of General Nathanael Greene. Is pleased to hear of her safe passage home, and reports on the well-being of several of her children who are in school or visiting New York. Mentions that Colonel [Jeremiah] Wadsworth has said that Mrs. Greene's son Nathanael is doing well. Knox and his wife Lucy send their love.
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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.).
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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.
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Download Henry Knox to George Washington Greene about His Education, 3 January 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Declares that the only news he has heard of Greene, the son of General Nathanael Greene, is from the son of Mr. [J. Hector] St. John de Crevecoeur, who is at school with Greene. Encourages him to study diligently, and reminds him of his father, General Greene, who by the force of his own talents became so dear and so important to his Country - That you are to qualify yourself by your education to support his name, and so become the protector of your family. Reminds him to listen well to the Marquis de Lafayette, under whom he is studying. Provides him news on Greene's mother, Catharine, and brother, Nathanael. Knox's retained draft.
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Download Henry Knox to Catharine Littlefield Greene Discussing Arrangements for Her Son, 11 May 1788 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Knox writes to Greene, widow of Nathanael Greene. Discusses arrangements made for her son, George Washington Greene, to sail to France by packet. Notes that Mr. [Joel] Barlow will attend to George on the packet and will place him under the care of the Marquis de Lafayette in Paris. Knox notes, While I heartily approve the plan I participate sincerely in the sensations you must experience on this interesting occasion.
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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.
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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.
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Download Henry Knox to Catherine Littlefield Greene on Social Matters, 15 August 1791 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Having been in New York lately, Knox hoped to have seen her there, but heard she had been in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, returned, and departed for Block Island. Encloses a letter from Lafayette that was sent to President Washington (not included). Wishes her happiness.
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Download Henry Knox to Lafayette about Society of Cincinnati, Nathanael Greene's Son in Paris, George Washington as Possible President and American Politics, 3 January 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Has only received a short note from Lafayette (on recommendations for the Society of the Cincinnati), since last June. Believes it is due to the suspension of packets between France and America, as Count de Moustier, the French minister to America, has also not received letters. Says they heard that General Nathanael Greene's son was placed in a respectable academy near Paris. Hopes his conduct is good. Reports that Our Country is busy in making elections for the new Government - what is to take place the 1st of March. The people at large are becoming more and more strongly attached to it. Says New York and Virginia want a new convention before the new government meets, but that the majority do not want this to happen. Mentions that Our friend Genl Washington is looked up to as the only man for President - and it is said Mr. John Adams will probably be vice president. Hopes he can report on a government happily in operation without any commotion in his next letter. Reports that Catherine Greene has gone to Georgia. States he was on a several month visit to his proposed estate in Maine.
| 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.
