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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.05405 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0108] April 1792 |
| Title | Request for help from William Morris to Henry Knox after Morris suffered from the financial crisis in New York |
| Date | 6 April 1792 |
| Author | Morris, William Walton (d. 1832) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Writes that he had long since resolved to devote his life to private business, and until now has been quite successful; however, due to the bankruptcy that has recently befallen New York City, he has suddenly found himself penniless. Takes solace in the fact that his poverty is not due to his own indiscretions. Would like to apply for a government position, but is unsure of what to apply for, as he has so long worked outside of the government. Asks if Knox has any suggestions, based on his knowledge of Morris's personality and skills. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature. |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War General Finance Economics Poverty Office Seeker Government and Civics |
| People | Morris, William Walton (d. 1832) Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Place written | New York, New York |
| Theme | Merchants & Commerce; Banking & Economics; Government & Politics |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |