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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.
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.
Mrs. Greene is losing her estate because of her late husband General Nathanael Greene's debts. She tells Knox that, I am upon the point of sailing to Charleston to consult with Mr. Rutledge about your plan, and that of others - to relieve or rather to give up my Estate. She is worried about how she will support her children. Says she will not complain, and will do as Knox advises her.
Discusses Mrs. Greene's financial situation and her children. Mentions the quality of the schools in France as being one of the best, where the system is admirably adapted to impress the best habits - both of body and mind - Dancing fencing... Also writes that the Marquis de Lafayette is willing to help her, as he was friends with her husband, the late General Nathanael Greene. Knox writes that if she chooses to send her son to school in France, the Marquis will be the friend of your son... Mentions the cannons with the inscription to Greene's late husband are now complete. Also notes that [John] Jay has received from [Thomas] Jefferson a gold medal that was designed for Greene's late husband.
Relates that Catharine Greene, widow of Nathanael Greene, has a petition before Congress requesting an indemnification against debts incurred by Greene during the Revolutionary War. During the war, Nathanael Greene had made a contract with merchant John Banks to supply clothing and provisions for the Southern Army, and Knox seeks to prove Greene was not a business partner with Banks. Says that some have alleged Burnett had evidence of Greene's partnership with Banks, through the papers of his son Ichabod Burnet, who had been Greene's aide during the war. Asks whether he had such evidence, and if Greene truly asked him to destroy it.
Discusses a legal matter involving her late husband, Nathanael Greene, and a Mr. Burnett. Notes if ruled unfavorably by the court, her children will be without protection or scarcely a friend. Requests Knox's assistance with her troubles. Asks if Knox knows someone who could speak with Mr. Burnett. Suggests Samuel Ogden as the person. Discusses her children.
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.).
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.
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.