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Writes that Mr. [likely George] Meade (he spells it Mead) came to collect Knox's note from Hodgdon this morning. Asks that Knox please send him the note soon, as he wants to renew his credit at the banks. Discusses arrangements he is making with Colonel [Timothy] Pickering regarding Knox's furniture. Mentions a shipment of lumber he is waiting to receive and why he needs it.
Refers to an earlier letter in which he asks to renew his acceptance of General [Henry] Jackson's drafts at the Bank of the United States. Will be staying in Thomaston longer than he planned because his son, Washington, is very ill, likely close to death. If the catastrophe happens, they will wait as long as is necessary, and then set out by land to Boston.
Discusses finances in relation to the national bank.
Encloses a copy of an earlier letter to Hodgdon (not present) regarding financial matters. Consoles Hodgdon regarding his state of financial distress, stating that he has access to various resources. Lists the friends he has who might be able to help him, including Henry Jackson. Provides some financial advice.
Per his promise, sends Knox a statement of his accounts with Hodgdon (not present). Seems to ask that Knox pay him a certain sum, so that Hodgdon can pay off one of Knox's creditors for him. Relates that the President will be traveling to Mount Vernon soon, but has nothing else new to report.
Writes that he was unable to respond sooner to Hodgdon as he was traveling with Mr. [William] Bingham. Discusses in great detail the judgment of the Bank of Pennsylvania against their associate Mr. [George] Meade (he spells it Mead), which has pushed Hodgdon's finances into danger. Mentions a recently concluded business deal with Mr. Alexander Baring, and money he received from that. Considers Mr. Hodgdon's options to salvage his finances.
Writes to Knox about financial concerns. Declares that he has contacted Mr. [George] Meade (he spells it Mead) regarding Knox's bank concerns, and Meade has agreed to accept an arrangement with General [Henry] Jackson as part of their transaction. Relates the rest of the terms of the deal.
Discusses information dealing with banks and other financial information.
Comments on the financial disaster befalling their associate Mr. [George] Meade (he spells it Mead). Discusses value and sale of Meade's furniture. Relates other business matters and briefly touches on an upcoming election.
Reports on a recent business arrangement he discussed with Mr. [William] Bingham on Knox's behalf, and declares that Bingham has arranged to make a provisional payment for Knox. Encloses a note from Bingham (not present). Discusses lumber he is trying to obtain for a construction project, and mentions that Colonel [Winthrop] Sargent has shipped the book Knox asked for. Touches on several other business matters.