Thanks for Lear's condolence letter concerning a death in Knox's family. We both felt it perhaps too Sensibly, but more particularly the tender Mother whose former wounds are opened afresh on this unexpected event . . . grief almost too much for human nature. Knox lost an infant son and a 9-year-old son in 1790. Attached to GLC 2794.016. Docketed on address leaf.

Writing for Martha Washington, to express her thanks for Knox's letter of condolence upon George Washington's death.

Knox, Secretary of War, transmits the rough draft of a letter (not included) to Edward Telfair, Governor of Georgia. Informs Lear, President George Washington's personal secretary, that the letter is for Washington's inspection.

Knox says he received a letter from Abraham Ogden regarding Samuel Ogden and the subject of the attorneyship of New Jersey. Knox thinks Samuel Ogden will gladly the accept the appointment. Knox mentioned the matter to Henry Jackson with the request that he would state it to the President.

Discusses plans to burn lime in the coming year.

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