Letter Of Consolation From Henry Knox To Catharine Greene 10 November 1786
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Author | : Henry Knox |
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Release | : 1786 |
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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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Release | : 1787 |
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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 | : Catharine Littlefield Greene |
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Release | : 1790 |
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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 | : Henry Knox |
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Release | : 1789 |
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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 | : 1789 |
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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.
Author | : Henry Knox |
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Release | : 1788 |
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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.
Author | : Henry Knox |
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Release | : 1791 |
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Author | : Catharine Littlefield Greene |
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Release | : 1791 |
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Apologizes for not responding to his last two letters; she did not want to bother him by writing frequently, and was also too saddened to write when she heard of the death of Knox's son Marcus. Sends condolences. Declares her gratefulness to Knox, and wishes him good health, long life, and happiness. Writes, I purpose coming to Philadelphia As soon as Mr [Alexander] Hamilton thinks proper to report upon My affairs in congress. I have written to him to appoint as Early a day as possible - but he has not answered me - will you be so good as to write me one line to let me know if it can be brought on early as I can stay but a little while from My children who are here attending to their different Masters.
Author | : Catharine Littlefield Greene |
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Release | : 1790 |
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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 | : Henry Knox |
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Release | : 1791 |
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Provides sympathy for the melancholy cause of your brothers detention. Does not explain the cause of the detention.