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Writes he was not as successfull in my jaunt as I expected. Says Knox should, however, expect five hundred dollars via Mrs. Crookes and more later to come. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey. One word notation on verso.
Wants Knox to forward an enclosed letter to William Knox (not included). Has been considering the proposals Knox made to him and he is at a loss of how to decide. Is also at a loss for the very extraordinary refusal of the concerned. Believes Knox acted in friendship, but he can best detest the Men, who so unjustly have availed themselves of an advantage, that as far as I can judge would disgrace an Izrailite. Will not say anything further until he sees Knox, which will be next Saturday.
Ogden says some person, a Country man of yours, stopped by to give their compliments to him, but he was absent. Adds that old Thomas took the message but forgot the name of the visitor. The acquaintance is on his way to Philadelphia. Ogden asks Knox to let me know his name, & tell him I wish to see him. Says their little girl is mending fast.
Writes that he has received five hundred and one dollars and 70/100. Tells Ogden that the gold you sent being overweight [by] 1 Dollar and 74 cents. Ogden will have to make further remittances. Expresses his wish that Ogden's brother Abraham will accept the appointment [as attorney general of New Jersey]. Docketed by Knox.
Says he wrote to William Constable. Found out from a letter from Constable written to another person, that He suspected that Jackson, and I, had a purchase in contemplation - how he discovered this, I do not know? In his letter, Constable stated that he thought it was too far into the legislative session to complete the deal. Says If he meant this his opperations will be postponed untill next winter - you can best determine what steps ought to be taken in the mean time with the Committee. Asks Knox to forward an enclosed letter (not included) to a French gentleman at Fort Pitt.
Two parts. First part from Samuel Ogden. Sends regards to Knox's children who have recovered from the measles. Writes about work done for a ship and land on the St. Lawrence river. Mentions that Mr. [Gouverneur] Morris will be authorized to sell a part of our shares... Second part from Mrs. Euphemia Morris Ogden. Sends her love to Mrs. Lucy Knox and says that she will write to her presently. Says all the Massachusetts electors are good Men & staunch Federalists. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.
Expresses his gratitude to Knox for introducing him to his Boston connections. He has enjoyed the kind hospitality. Writes, I want not to know your Business; But tell me only how I can serve you either by lying or cheating or [text loss] for you and I will do it! Requests Knox tells Miss Breck that he delivered her letter to her female Friend.
Informs Knox he received his letter regarding the commission from Carolina. Encloses a deed (not included) and needs Knox to have it signed by a federal judge. Discusses his wife's failing health. Congratulates Knox and Mrs. [Lucy] Knox on their newborn son. Notes their little boy is in fine health. Appears to hint at not having any more children. Discusses land deals involving Williamsons settlement and the Six Nations. Mentions he just received word that John Burnett is away fighting the insurgents and the commission business in Carolina may have to wait for his return or perhaps can be completed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Also notes two favorite children of his (Burnett's) were buried last Sunday ... and a third is now dangerously ill and he may try to return home.
Complains about the lack of letters from Knox and mentions the situation of mutual friends.