Writes Knox about his son receiving an appointment in the 2d Regiment of the Federal Troops. Informs him that his son cannot accept the appointment due to his present commitment, but they are both grateful for the opportunity. Mentions issues with Mr. Thomas Flucker's estate, as well as issues involving other debtors.

Peirce writes to Secretary of War Knox regarding the condition of Knox's property they are trying to sell. Peirce tells Knox, it may be of importance for me to know if you furnished Mr. Jas Bowdoin with the statement of Mr. Flucker's acct. Peirce believes the statement was in Knox's handwriting. Thinks the commission might use that in case Knox claims he did not pay the note.

Discusses sending a box to General Knox, a farm Knox may wish to purchase, and the need for raising money to pay the Army.

Writes Knox to discuss the business of Mr. Flucker's Estate. Says he has heard from the debtors and they seem disposed to pay as fast as they can. There are some obstacles with some of the debtors that the letter details. Notes General [Josiah] Harmar's expedition was unsuccessful. Insists that Knox must send a powerful force of regular troops - and strike the Red men so effectually that they [never more] will have it in their power to do much mischief again... Mentions in the postscript that Henry Jackson calld several times to tell me the Cause of not writing.

Express his embarrassment over Doughty refusing the appointment as lieutenant colonel of the 2nd Infantry Regiment Secretary. Writes, Your declining the appointment of Lt Colonel Commandant has mortified me extremely. Hopes Doughty will not regret his decision. See GLC02437.04875 and .4892 for related documents.

Has received Knox's last letter. Has not yet seen Mr. [Isaac] Winslow, Sr. but has seen a member of the petition committee, who declared that the committee will meet in two or three days. Hopes to see Mr. Winslow before then. Has enclosed a copy of the petition, Knox's check book from the bank, and a letter to Peirce's brother (not present).