Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Lucy Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.01376 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: Elizabeth, New Jersey Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 March 1782 Pagination: 2 p. ; 23.9 x 21.9 cm. Order a Copy
Written from Elizabeth Town, present-day Elizabeth, New Jersey. Mentions that they have only just begun their meeting with the British commissioners. General [William] Dalrymple and Andrew Eliot, Esq. (likely Andrew Elliot) had arrived, as had Mr. Loring (probably Joshua Loring, an American Loyalist and British Commissioner of Prisoners). Comments that deliberations might keep him there until 10 April. Describes how he misses her and their children. Relates that Mr. Loring had received a letter from Mr. Simpson (possibly Jonathan Simpson, another Loyalist) which mentioned several of Lucy's relatives. See GLC02437.01377, minutes from the proceedings of the commissioners.
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Elizabeth Town 31 March 1782
To my extreme mortification we are here yet and what is worse I cannot at present form an opinion when we shall be able to get away & I fly to the arms of my love. Yesterday the British commissioners arrived here, and [are] Genl Dalrymple, formerly of the 14th: rgt and Andrew Eliot Esqr. they are accompanied by some other officers among whom is Mr Loring. We have exchanged our respective powers, and shall begin on business tomorrow morning. If they are disposed to go all lengths which the interest of both sides dictate, we shall not be able to get from hence untill the [10th] of April. It is painful beyond bearance to be absent from you, at this season which is [not] within our calculation of seperation [sic].
-The more I am with you the less I can endure to be absent from my love & those essential & rapturous [2] pledges of love our sweet children. every child I see brings them in full view, and your image dwells with me.
Mr Loring informs me that he received a letter from Mr [Jon.a] Simpson dated in January last acquainting him of a member of Boston families and among others yours was particularly mentioned to be in perfect health. Your Cousin young Isaac Winslow is here and a charming boy he is, very unlike the [small genius] at Boston. Kiss my sweet babes a thousand times, and dont forget [struck: to express] the man who loves you [supremely]. I hope to receive a letter by the next opportunity. Colonel Biddle will inform you when the stage sets out. give my love to him- the stage is now waiting at the door. Heaven bless you and [the] dear little [images]
Adieu
HKnox
Mrs Knox
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