Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Apologizing for Harshness in Previous Letters and Discussing Life, 18 July 1776 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Apologizing for Harshness in Previous Letters and Discussing Life, 18 July 1776 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1776. Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Apologizing for Harshness in Previous Letters and Discussing Life, 18 July 1776 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Indicates that this letter will be delivered by Mrs. Jonathan Pollard, who will bring other supplies with her. Apologizes for taking a harsh tone with Lucy in letters written earlier in the month. Expresses his desire for frequent communication with her. Criticizes Mrs. Jonathan Pollard for worrying about things that are out of her control. Showing his religious beliefs, Knox thinks such an unhappy person has not drank of the streams of virtue and piety. Knox believes that unforeseen misfortunes in life and war should be weathered with Fortitude and patience. Reaffirms his love for Lucy.
Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Her Departure from New York the Campaign and Smallpox, 11 July 1776
Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Her Departure from New York the Campaign and Smallpox, 11 July 1776 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Her Departure from New York the Campaign and Smallpox, 11 July 1776 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1776. Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Her Departure from New York the Campaign and Smallpox, 11 July 1776 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Responds to Lucy's most recent letter (see GLC02437.00364), discussing her hasty departure from New York. Henry is upset by her distress. He reiterates that he did not want her in New York before something decisive occurred in the war. In response to her complaint that Nathanael Greene's wife returned to New York, he explains that General Greene did not want her there for the same reasons and had just sent her to Newark and she will later go to either Fairfield or Providence. Comments that if Mrs. Pollard comes to New York, she will distract her husband Jonathan Pollard, Knox's quarter master. Reiterates that he wants to keep her away from the war and describes his conduct as that of the most disinterested friendship cemented by the tenderest love. He emphasizes the gravity of the New York campaign, on which the happiness or misery of Millions may depend. Asks her to give Fairfield another chance, mentions that smallpox is spreading by inoculation in Boston, and reports recent sightings of British ships. After his signature, makes an attempt to raise her spirits with an aphorism about gender: I ever wish'd my Lucy to soar above the Generality of her Sex many of whom to be sure are trifling insignificant animals, dreading what never will come to pass.
Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Urging Her to Go to New Haven, 15 July 1776
Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Urging Her to Go to New Haven, 15 July 1776 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Urging Her to Go to New Haven, 15 July 1776 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1776. Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Urging Her to Go to New Haven, 15 July 1776 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Responds to a letter from Lucy in which she remonstrated Henry over their recent separation in which she left New York and went to Connecticut. Henry is both grieved an angry because Lucy blames Henry for her inconveniences even though it is in her power instantly to remedy them. Moreover, if she does not like it there, it is within her power to go elsewhere. Warns her against anyone contradicting his advice. Urges her to use her own good sense and see that there can be no essential difference as you have a carriage and Horses, between coming [to New York] from New Haven or Fairfield than from Stamford. Mentions that Burr (possibly Aaron Burr) has told him Fairfield is crowded and lacks provisions. Claims New Haven has good accommodations good Company & good provisions and mentions some officers that plan to go there. Reiterates that New York would be a bad place for Lucy because it would cause Henry too much worry. Strongly urges her to go to New Haven. Restates that their separation makes him miserable. Reports little activity since the British sailed up the Hudson on 12 July 1776 except the disappointing news that the ships were not damaged by the artillery fire. Remarks that This Summer will be the most important that America ever saw. Describes an attempt by General William Howe to have a letter delivered seeking a truce, which was rejected because it was addressed to Mr. Washington instead of General Washington. In a reference to the Declaration of Independence, the messenger claimed the letter was of a civil matter, not a military one. Relays news from William Knox in Boston concerning smallpox and the activities of several members of Lucy's family.
Lucy Flucker to Henry Knox about Her Family, Servants and Social Life, 18 July 1776
Lucy Flucker to Henry Knox about Her Family, Servants and Social Life, 18 July 1776 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Lucy Flucker to Henry Knox about Her Family, Servants and Social Life, 18 July 1776 write by Lucy Flucker Knox. This book was released on 1776. Lucy Flucker to Henry Knox about Her Family, Servants and Social Life, 18 July 1776 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Thanks Henry for taking the time to write her amidst the hurry of public business, referring to the revolutionary war activities in New York. Explains her travel plans, which will bring her to New Haven, Connecticut. Discusses their child's development, including mention of her beginning to talk, and prays that Henry will survive to take care of them. Discusses her reaction to a recent letter from William Knox that included news about her family and explains that she wants to send for her mother (see GLC002437.00368). Seeks a boy recently discharged from the army as a new servant since the negro is two heavy for the Horse. Has heard that Henry has been a little rough with Mrs. Airey and asks how she offended him. Explains that Airey has several of her bedding supplies and also owes her money. Defends herself against Henry's belief that she was coming to New York against his wishes. Mentions corresponding with several people. Discusses her satisfaction with her accommodations and addresses complaints Henry has heard. Inquires about Captain Sebastian Bauman. Mentions a couple of meetings, one with a forty-six year-old woman with infant twins. Comments that she needs to find pasture for two animals when she goes to New Haven.
Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Inoculation and Acquaintances, 25 July 1776
Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Inoculation and Acquaintances, 25 July 1776 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Inoculation and Acquaintances, 25 July 1776 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1776. Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Inoculation and Acquaintances, 25 July 1776 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Explains that he was disappointed to not receive a letter from Lucy by the most recent post and wonders if the difficulty of her journey to New Haven, Connecticut, prevented her writing. Reports via his brother, William Knox, that the people inoculated for smallpox in Boston are all recovering well. Discusses the possibility of Lucy being inoculated. Mentions that he sent Lucy an indentured servant, Thomas Eliot. Comments on meetings with acquaintances. Discusses the war and remarks that there has been little activity. He believes the British are awaiting reinforcements.
