Two parts. First part from Samuel Ogden. Sends regards to Knox's children who have recovered from the measles. Writes about work done for a ship and land on the St. Lawrence river. Mentions that Mr. [Gouverneur] Morris will be authorized to sell a part of our shares... Second part from Mrs. Euphemia Morris Ogden. Sends her love to Mrs. Lucy Knox and says that she will write to her presently. Says all the Massachusetts electors are good Men & staunch Federalists. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.

Notes that he should have replied sooner to Knox's last letter, but wanted to consult [Gouverneur] Morris (Ogden's brother-in-law) first. Laments the poor state of their funds. Notes that Mrs. Ogden is ill. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.

Has only just received his letter, so sent a Jacob Tuthill to Booneton [Boonton, NJ] as quickly as possible to make sure Knox got the necessary paperwork on time (likely referring to paperwork Knox asked for regarding Ogden's business with James Webber; see GLC02437.04277). Extends his congratulations on the recovery of Knox's youngest son, and comments that his own family is healthy and happy. Encourages Mrs. Knox to bring the children out to visit them and enjoy the fresh air. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.

Wrote to Knox this morning from New York, but has heard news of several misfortunes on his way to Newark, so wanted to write again. Reports that many of their business associates, including Mr. [Walter] Livingston and Mr. [Richard] Platt, are in serious financial difficulty. Visited Mr. [William] Duer to retrieve a note, but Duer told him he paid the note to Mr. [John Marsden] Pintard and thereby settled his account. Will visit Pintard tomorrow to see if this is actually true. Sends love from himself and his wife to Mrs. Knox and the children. Free handwritten on address leaf with no signature.

Has enclosed money which he hopes Knox will send to England at his first opportunity. Refers to Mr. [possibly Joseph] Compson's letter authorizing him to draw on the money, and hopes Knox will remind Mr. [James] Webber to include the letter of advice with the bill. Discusses the illness of his wife, which has limited his traveling ability. Mentions also that his son David is enrolled in a good school. Has recently heard that Knox himself has been unwell and hopes he recovers quickly. Sends his love to Mrs. Knox and the children. See GLC02437.04114 and GLC02437.04113 for related documents. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.

Writes a letter of introduction for the bearer, Mr. [Henry] Wynkoop, one of the Pennsylvania representatives to the new Congress, who will be spending time in New York. Recommends him as an acquaintance who will meet your esteem & civility. He and Mrs. Ogden send their love to Mrs. Knox and the family. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey. Possibly docketed by Henry Knox.

Writes, I have the happiness to tell you that Mrs. Ogden is safely in Bed with a sweet little Girl. Adds that Mrs. Ogden would like Mrs. Knox to select a name for the child. Also mentions that he will receive information tomorrow about their mutual business interests. Written at Delaware Works, located in what is now Morrisville, Pennsylvania, near Trenton, New Jersey.