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Discusses a conversation he had with General [Henry] Jackson about business, but feels he needs to speak to Knox directly about their arrangements. Considers their attempts to purchase land in Maine. Comments on his own character and the damaging nature of his debt. Mentions a land purchase by Mr. [Samuel] Ogden.
Discusses land business and describes his meetings with various people in regards to land.
Informs Duer that he has looked over the some of the papers regarding their land business and continues with related business.
Informs Duer that he has received the letter informing Knox that their agreement is to be considered as conclusive. Will be travelling to New York City to finalize their arrangements.
Discusses business regarding land. States he received Duer's express today with his terms and has given them to Mr. [William] Bingham who is taking them under consideration. Has no doubt that the terms will be accepted. Tells him to Be of good courage - it shall go - even if I [sacrifice] still more for your sake...
Discusses business transactions dealing with various amounts of money. [dollar sign] 20,000 and [dollar sign] 5,000 are needed to complete the payment which will become due in sixty days after the survey shall be notified; and upon the puctuality of which, the validity of the agreement with the state will most materially depend. Goes on to write about further payments which are due and a difficult situation with William Duer concerning a purchase of land. Content suggests Henry Knox as the author and was previously assessed as such. Light water damage as blurred some lines in the lower left corner. Letterpress copy. Watermarked.
Wrote to Duer a week ago asking him to see Henry Jackson in New York City regarding their project to purchase lands in Maine. Stresses the importance of their making a decision on the lands, as their financial situation is dire. Will not personally be able to get to New York, so again asks that he speak to Henry Jackson on the subject.
Discusses more business with William Duer, along with various other financial transactions. Mentions purchasing a tract of land and the Penobscots in Maine. Watermarked G R inside a crest.
Writes that he is still in Philadelphia but hopes to leave soon. Adds that his public business is suffering. Describes an agreement he settled on with William Duer in which he forgives Duer's debts on their land purchases in Maine, in exchange for Duer providing him with certain securities (see GLC02437.05492 for the agreement). Apologizes for the shortness of his letter but promises to write again soon.
Discusses property, bonds and other business. Bottom third of the second sheet of paper is clipped.