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Writes to remind Knox of his friend Mr. Samuel Newman. Thinks Knox might know him by reputation from the army, and declares that he is so attached to military life that he awakens to the sounds of Reveille in his head. Asks for Knox's help seeking employment for Newman. Also sends his regards to Mr. [Samuel] Shaw and to thank Shaw for his continued friendship to William's brother Jack. Sends his respects to Mrs. Knox and their family.
Asks Knox for a position as he and his family are now suffering from the effects of the war and subsequent peace. Wishes to be placed with troops already in the Federal service.
Writes that he presume[s] upon their early friendship to introduce to Knox a Captain All, the bearer of this letter, who he has known for fourteen years. Knows him as a capable man well-suited to working on behalf of his country. Believes that in the new government, appointments should be based on merit and not on recommendations from influential men, and would be the last to break those principles. However, argues that Captain All deserves an appointment due to real worth & undeserved misfortune. Presents his respects to Mrs. Knox.
Williams tells Knox that many people are disappointed that Knox has chosen not to join the army. Williams worries that Knox's absence will hurt his own career: As it is I fear my military career will be bounded by a Lieutenacy in a volunteer Corps of Cavalry. He regrets not remaining a private and says since therefore I am destined for the field in case of war I may as well enter fully into the service (if I can) immediately; I wrote for this purpose a note to Genl Hamilton. Williams goes on to talk about his prowess as an artillerist and that some say he should be considered for promotion to major. Williams says he has not asked Knox to talk to Hamilton because of the perception of impropriety. He believes Knox would do it anyway if he sees that fit. However, the truth is that without asking nothing seems likely to be obtained. In a postscript, Williams notes that Lt. Col. Edward Carrington was selected as Quarter Master General of the U.S. Army.
Expresses his wish to better serve his country as he feels his current position in the military does not allow him to do so. Asks for Knox's advice before he attempts to try for a higher position.
Offer his congratulations on an appointment to the army and discusses other business. Noted as written at Mount Pleasant, state unknown.
Williams says the information on military movements he is enclosing (not included) was given to him by General Wood who received it from a Mr. [Crous]. The Virginia Attorney General has letters that back up Crous's information. Says that Crous came to Richmond on business with the governor and appears to be an intelligent man.
Encloses a letter from his brother Bradford, who is much alarmed at the appearance of a rival candidate in the person of [a] mutual friend Harry Jackson. Expresses no wish to sway Knox's opinion, but does ask for his Opinion of the requisite Qualities of the two Candidates ... conclude that [he] will ... Support the pretensions of the man [he has]... esteemed. Goes on to discuss Patrick Henry and his resignation from the Virginia government since there is every reason to believe this State will no longer oppose the assumption of their debt, but quietly acquiesce in the funding system. The great popular Leader Henry wished to raise a clamour against the Federal Government and he struck at the assumption but Seeing that he would involve himself in absurdity to continue this opposition, without providing funds to pay the Interest of the State Debt & Seeing that this would strike at the root of his popularity he has wisely retired ... Stain on the address leaf where the letter was sealed and stamped R H ION May 10. Watermarked C Taylor and with a hunting horn inside a crest with G R underneath. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Happy to receive news of Lord Cornwallis' surrender: The Effect this reverse of Fortune has on the British Government is similar to what we often see in a man mad with Rage - Vengeance, Death Destruction foams at his mouth although he has not strength enough left to manage his weapon. Discusses the perspectives of the British King, Lords and Commons and their attitudes toward the American victory. Talks about Major Franks's arrival in Nantes and his acquaintance with Knox. Wishes he could be galloping by your Side in pursuit of an Enemy; I have not much confidence in myself, but I think Stimulated by your Example, I could not behave ill. Mentions visits from Knox's brother William, and adds he wishes circumstances could permit me to enjoy the same pleasure with you, but I love my Country too well to desire you to be absent from it, & I have been so long planted here, that I must continue to negotiate till I can go to live in America. Asks to be remembered to Henry Jackson and sends regards to Mrs. Knox; adds, I have a female Friend who will be glad of the acquaintance when she goes to America, & a little One who may be a playmate to one of yours.
Thanks Knox for their prior conversation and offers his assistance. Informs Knox he disagrees with the amount Knox wants to pay him for his services. Believes his past experience as a public servant and his current situation justifies a higher amount. Explains he has already built one frigate and executed an office of trust. Mentions the benefits of performing the requested duties and seems willing to negotiate the matter. Mount Pleasant is listed as the city, state is not given.