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In accordance with Henry Knox's previous request, William reports on the character of [William Green], who he refers to as Mr. G. Says that a mutual acquaintance has no exalted opinion of Mr. G. although he could not say any thing against him either respecting his personal character or that he has not a large property. William could not ascertain the number of shares Green holds in the bank. Comfort Sands gave a favorable report of Green's character. Nonetheless, William advises Knox to be careful in his negotiations with Green.
Asks his brother if there is any business to be done before he leaves New York. Says that he will remain in the area until the following Wednesday or Thursday, and, During that period it shall be my object to ascertain... every thing respecting the character, integrity, punctuality and general circumstances of Mr. G[reen]. William cautions his brother to proceed with caution in his financial dealings with Green, advising him to do business with Green as if he was a perfect stranger. Year inferred from content and written in pencil at the top of page one.
Discusses business dealings in relation to land.
Asks his brother to investigate the character of William Green, especially in relation to his integrity and punctuality. Calls for this investigation because of his financial involvement with Green (refer to GLC02437.05666).
Writes that William Durer said he could not address a business matter until he hears from Knox. Green wrote Duer a letter, a copy of which he encloses (not present) along with Duer's answer. Asks for Knox's opinion on the matter.
Discusses land business. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Knox terminates his financial arrangement with William Green: After the most mature deliberations I have been able to give the subject... I am obliged to say that it appears too momentous an enterprize for me, to render myself liable for the payment of bonds to such an immense amount as would be required by the state and Mr Duer, conditioned either upon the continuance of your life, or upon the success of your European operations.
Forwards Knox an edited draft of a memorandum Knox had sent him before (not included). Noted as a copy.
Feels anxious that Knox has not finished up his business with Mr. [William Green], but is happy that he is proceeding with caution. Eagerly awaits Knox's answer to a question about land deed in regards to William Duer and Madame de Leval. Writes that his mother is still alive, but very weak. Informs Knox that Henry (presumably Knox's son Henry Jackson Knox) wrote me for permission to come to Boston in the vacation ...
Informs Green that he has received his letters and will make a reply once he contacts Mr. Jarvis.