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Download Henry Knox to James Swan about Money and Congress, 4 November 1786 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Very flattered by Swan's confidence in his judgment, and only wishes his judgments were up to that standard. He has not been contemplating the funds, so he cannot judge which species of them ought to have the preference. Provides some thoughts as to the merits of each type of fund. Discusses attempts to raise money for Congress, for the government to use until the states provide money to the treasury. Relates that they need to make sure individuals who loan money to Congress feel secure that they will be repaid in a timely fashion. Discusses the functionality of their government. Finally, relates that he and his wife Lucy send their compliments to Mrs. Swan. See GLC02437.03321 for the letter from Swan to which Knox is replying.
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Download Henry Knox to James Swan Reporting Events in Congress, 15 October 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Informs Swan of recent Congressional proceedings. Describes the Senate and House of Representatives convening from April to September, and passing revenue and judiciary laws. Adds that Congress plans to reconvene at the end of January.
| Author | : James Swan |
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Download James Swan to Henry Knox on Declaration of War Against Indians and Seeks Advice on Investing, 27 October 1786 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Writes that he is agreeably saluted with the news of War being declared against the Indians. Is quite overjoyed at the situation: I told you in State Street, what my hopes were- little did I think the happy circumstance so near. Would like Knox's advice on buying or selling in to the Continental funds. Has been very pleased with Knox's advice before and would be happy to have it again. Would like to know whether to engage actively in the present commotions. Seems to be inclined to do it - My heart is warm for supporting Government - but is unsure whether he can convince his charming companion (perhaps his wife) that he should go. Discusses his recent return from the islands, which he found to be prosperous, and declares that he is receiving good profits from his business there. Congratulates Knox on the recent addition to his family and sends compliments to Knox's wife Lucy.
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Download Henry Knox to Jeremiah Wadsworth about Loans to Congress, 19 November 1786 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Writes of his recent visit to Philadelphia to discuss with Robert Morris a loan that Morris and Wadsworth were planning to make to Congress. Relates the terms he worked out with Morris on Wadsworth's behalf (see GLC02437.03330, in which Wadsworth gives Knox permission to work out the terms of the loan for him with Morris).
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Download Henry Knox to James Swan about Censorship, Swan's Financial Difficulty, International Trade and the Constitution, 3 January 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Thanks him for his last letters. Apologizes for not writing to him about private matters, but alludes to the fact that the custom in Europe (where Swan is) is for the post officers to open the mail, so he did not feel comfortable going into detail. Hopes very sincerely that Swan is able to extricate himself from financial difficulty and avail yourself of the rising prosperity of the United States. Mentions that he has been in Boston and Swan's wife and children are in perfect health. Discusses the new Constitution of the United States, explaining that the legislatures of New York and Virginia are calling for a new convention; North Carolina and Rhode Island are still debating, North Carolina calling a new state convention and Rhode Island still holding out. Discusses international trade as well.
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Download James Swan to Henry Knox Regarding a Sum of Money Knox Owes Swan, 17 May 1796 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Reminds Knox that he needs a sum of money Knox owes him by 1 June. Declares that if his finances were not tightly arranged, and if his credit were not endangered, Swan would not be so insistent.
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Download Henry Knox to Robert Morris about His Loan to Congress, 30 November 1786 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Writes that the Board of Treasury will write to Morris by this post regarding the proposed contracts. Intimates that not enough members of Congress are seated yet, but believes that by the time Morris and Wadsworth, as well as the Board of Treasury, sign the contract, Congress will be in session and will pass the contract easily. Discusses the merits of the measure but laments the time it will take to pass the measure through Congress. See GLC02437.03354 for a related document. Marked private.
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Download Henry Knox to Joseph Cranch about a Financial Transaction, 4 November 1786 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Makes arrangements with Cranch about a financial transaction. Cranch, and Mr. [James] Byers, who is also mentioned in this document, are munitions manufacturers. See GLC02437.03291 for a related document.
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Download Henry Knox to James Swan Returning His Account, 30 October 1787 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Returns Swan's account against John Campbell, who has been liberated from Goal by an oath of Insolvency & gone to Europe. (Swan had a dispute with Campbell; see GLC02437.03437). Says he does not know what the charges of Colonel [Alexander?] Hamilton are on this business, but will let Swan know when he finds out. Supports the new Constitution, and believes it will be adopted ultimately. Adds, Should Massachusetts & the other Eastern states embrace it eagerly much evil would be avoided. Date from docket.
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Download James Swan to Henry Knox about United States Debt to France and how this Debt Can be Paid, 27 May 1791 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Swan says he wrote Knox letters on 27 December 1790 and 23 and 27 January 1791. Mentions new ministers from France arriving in America. Their primary goal is to address the U.S. debt to France. Discusses how they could find 40 million dollars to pay the debt. Claims The circumstances of the finances of france, render this matter nearer at heart, than when first proposed. The deficiency in the Revenue with the expence, was not then known: it is now severely felt. Says if there ever was a moment the U.S. could help France, this is it. Claims borrowing from Amsterdam is not cheap at the moment. Mentions speaking about details of other schemes to borrow money with William Short. Continues letter on 10 June. Gives latest on borrowing possibilities and suggests getting money from Holland would be best. Postscript mentions that Gouverneur Morris received letters from America that objected to his posting as a diplomat in France because he has an interest in the U.S. debt to France. States that Morris denies being involved in such speculation. Signature clipped.
