Samuel Breck to Henry Knox Thanking Knox for Looking After His Daughter and Discussing Politics in Boston and the Debts in Virginia, 5 December 1790
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Author | Samuel Breck |
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Thanks the Knoxes for their hospitality toward his daughter. Reports that things in Boston are quiet and wishes the same for Virginia but unfortunately Resolutions [regarding federal assumption of state debts] breath another Spirit. it is to be hoped their disorder will not become epidemical. The Congress is meeting the next day. Says Congress cannot fail since no question of permanent residence will disturbe them.
Samuel Breck to Henry Knox, Forwarding a Letter and Mentioning Finances and Family, 1 May 1792
Title | Samuel Breck to Henry Knox, Forwarding a Letter and Mentioning Finances and Family, 1 May 1792 PDF eBook |
Author | Samuel Breck |
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Writes that the Consul of France has asked Breck to enclose a letter for Knox to forward (not present). The Consul is apparently afraid that the letter will be miscarried, so asks if the addressee (a Mr. De Rome) could send his reply via Knox. Relates that his wife, Mrs. Breck, is looking forward to a visit by Mrs. Knox and the children. Explains that the state of Massachusetts is calm at present, and the financial crisis in New York has not extended to his region. Sends his compliments to Henry Jackson, if Jackson is with him.
Samuel Breck to Henry Knox Asking Knox to Forward Him Some Books, 8 August 1789
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Author | Samuel Breck |
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Left some of his books and other items in New York during his last visit. Asks if he could trouble Knox to forward them privately to Boston. Describes some of the items. Sends his respects to Mrs. Knox and their family. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Samuel Breck to Henry Knox on Social Matters, 5 July 1791
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Author | Samuel Breck |
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Release | 1791 |
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Says the enclosed letter (not included) is from Miss Breck to Knox's daughter. Will write more in a day or two as the post is leaving immediately. Gratefully acknowledges Lucy Knox's kindness to his daughter.
Letter of Introduction from Samuel Breck to Henry Knox, 13 April 1792
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Author | Samuel Breck |
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Writes to introduce into Knox's acquaintance several men from Martinique who have lately been residing in Boston. They will be visiting Philadelphia, and Breck asks Knox to make them feel welcome. He and his wife and children send their love to Mrs. Knox and their daughter.
Samuel Breck to Henry Knox Thanking Him for the Invitation to Use the Knox Home, 13 May 1791
Title | Samuel Breck to Henry Knox Thanking Him for the Invitation to Use the Knox Home, 13 May 1791 PDF eBook |
Author | Samuel Breck |
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On behalf of himself and his wife, Breck thanks the Knoxes for offering their Philadelphia house to use as the Breck home, but they cannot accept the invitation. The Codmans, with whom the Brecks are traveling, insist that the party stay together. In a postscript, Breck says he expects to meet Miss Breck and Miss Knox at Colonel Ogdens.
Samuel Breck to Henry Knox Discussing Family Matters and Current Affairs, and Introducing Richard Davis, 12 September 1806
Title | Samuel Breck to Henry Knox Discussing Family Matters and Current Affairs, and Introducing Richard Davis, 12 September 1806 PDF eBook |
Author | Samuel Breck |
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Written from Spring-hill, near Phila., likely Springhill, Pennsylvania. Writes to acknowledge Knox's last letter, as well as to introduce him to the bearer, his good friend Mr. Richard Davis. Assures Knox that even though they have not seen each other in a long time, time has not lessened his affection for Knox. Would love to see Knox in person, but does not feel it likely in the near future, due to the considerable distance between them. Discusses news of the European war and the health of their respective families.