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Knox writes to Greene, widow of Nathanael Greene. Discusses arrangements made for her son, George Washington Greene, to sail to France by packet. Notes that Mr. [Joel] Barlow will attend to George on the packet and will place him under the care of the Marquis de Lafayette in Paris. Knox notes, While I heartily approve the plan I participate sincerely in the sensations you must experience on this interesting occasion.
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.
Writes a friendly letter to Mrs. Greene, the widow of General Nathanael Greene. Is pleased to hear of her safe passage home, and reports on the well-being of several of her children who are in school or visiting New York. Mentions that Colonel [Jeremiah] Wadsworth has said that Mrs. Greene's son Nathanael is doing well. Knox and his wife Lucy send their love.
Two parts. First for Catharine Greene. Apologizes that something may prevent him from seeing her. Hopes she will accept [his] sincere wishes for your happiness, and the happiness of your dear little family. Tells her that if she ever needs anything to ask him and he will do his best to accomplish it. Mentions her runaway servant, Ham [described in GLC02437.04021 as molatto.] Second for Euphemia Ogden. Regrets not being able to see and play whist with her due to being detained here by purpose more disagreeable than the employ [of] several apothecary vials. Wishes her well and that she did not live so far away. Watermarked C Taylor and with a hunting horn in a crest and GR.
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 to her husband, who is in Boston. Misses their daughter (likely Lucy). Relates news of the Ogden family. Notes that Mrs. Green (possibly Catharine Littlefield Greene) hopes Knox will visit her on his return to New York. Remarks, Our little ones have not the measles yet, altho it is all around us.
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.).
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.
Discusses obtaining money and the assistance of Daniel Parker, Gouvenueur Morris and the Marquis de Lafayette, as they were all friends with Catharine's late husband, Nathanael Greene. Provides some financial advice about the execution of General Greene's estate. Writes that she should first take inventory of the estates and negroes to be mortgaged and invest her money. Reports that this plan has been approved by Mr. Rutledge and Judge Pendleton. Retained draft, numbered 5 at top.
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.