Wadsworth, Jeremiah, 1743-1804 to Henry Knox

Has had two conferences with Mr. [Robert] Morris, and writes that Morris is discouraged with the status of public affairs. Had understood that the "monied men" of Massachusetts would be providing funding as well, but they have not. New York has approved regulations limiting the amount that state will contribute, and Pennsylvania has contributed some money but must allocate much of it to its "own pension list." Maryland is having difficulties, as well. Declares that he and Mr. Morris both feel that "every thing wears a gloomy & unpromising aspect." Also comments on guarding the stores at Springfield. Discusses his own financial dealings, as well as that of others, including General [Nathanael] Greene (he spells it "Green"; may be referring to settling the estate of the recently deceased General). "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.