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[Letters to Paul H. Lobik]
A collection of letters to Paul H. Lobik, originally named Paul Hlobik. These letters are from multiple girls and friends.
GLC09576
11 July 1775
Knox, Henry (1750-1806)
to Lucy Knox
Comments affectionately about writing to Lucy often. Reports that he goes to Roxbury and Cambridge in the mornings and returns to Watertown in the evenings, offering support to Captain Michael Jackson's company. Plans to visit her soon, but feels...
GLC02437.00199
13 August 1775
Howland, Joseph (1749-1836)
to Henry Knox
Indicates that he sent Knox some hosiery. Describes Norwich as confused. Discusses current preparations to defend against the British, who would like to seize their provisions. Calls the uncontested British seizure of provisions on Fishers Island...
GLC02437.00201
12 July 1792
Mentions being "attacked with the cursed fever" last week, but is now better. Wishes he could be with her and the family. Informs that Mrs. Smith is doing better after being very ill with a "disorder in her bowels." Writes that "Our President...
GLC02437.05535
19 January 1791
Pritchard, John M. (1759-1844)
Thanks Knox for the hospitality shown to him and his wife by Knox and his wife while in New York. Welcomes any friend of Knox's to Madeira should one come. Offers to send more wine at a discounted price and wants Knox to recommend Pintard's "house"...
GLC02437.04833
19 February 1808
Madison, James (1751-1836)
to William Pinkney
Indicates that he is sending a series of gazettes reporting on congressional proceedings, which "will give you a view of our internal affairs." Explains the route by which Mr. Nourse will deliver them to London so that Pinkney can arrange other...
GLC03419
3 January 1789
to Marquis de Lafayette
Has only received a short note from Lafayette (on recommendations for the Society of the Cincinnati), since last June. Believes it is due to the suspension of packets between France and America, as Count de Moustier, the French minister to America...
GLC02437.04071
18 July 1791
Knox, William (1756-1795)
References the letter he sent Henry on 27 June. Updates Henry on his endeavors in London. Says he is still trying to sell Henry's lands even though Gouverneur Morris has been empowered by Mr. [Alexander] McComb to sell the lands. Will proceed as...
GLC02437.05071
24 July 1791
Jackson, Henry (1747-1809)
References Knox's letter of 17 July. Will forward the letter Knox included for David Cobb. Claims that Cobb will write him and President Washington about the Postmaster General position. Tells Knox that Cobb's situation is "a very unpleasant one."...
GLC02437.05081
19 February 1807
Ellery, William (1727-1820)
to William Stedman
Writes that he received his last letter and had hoped Stedman would provide some political news but since Stedman is apathetic about politics, Ellery must read the newspapers. Asks who originated the suspension on Habeas Corpus and mentions that...
GLC00298
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