Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Edward Carrington

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GLC#
GLC02437.04503-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
February 7, 1790
Author/Creator
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Title
to Edward Carrington
Place Written
New York, New York
Pagination
4 p. : Height: 31.9 cm, Width: 20.3 cm
Primary time period
The New Nation, 1783-1815
Sub-Era
The Early Republic

Discusses the issue of General Nathanael Greene being responsible for John Bank's debts. States that Mrs. Greene and her friends are petitioning Congress for an indemnification. General Greene made a statement to Congress in 1785 explaining the transaction. Knox sends a copy of this statement (not present). If the indemnification is not granted, Greene's family will be greatly in debt and in dire straights. Believes the deceased Greene's reputation, along with his statement, should be enough to obtain the indemnification requested. Thinks a corroborative certificate from Carrington and perhaps General [Anthony] Wayne will help obtain the indemnification. Mentions that Lucy Knox had another son and both are doing well.

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