Sarah Lyons Flucker Beaumez to Lucy Flucker Knox Jr., 28 March 1796 PDF Download

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S.L. Beaumez writes to her niece, Lucy Flucker Knox, daughter of Henry and Lucy Knox. Asks after the well-being of the family, and pledges her thanks for their friendship and kindness. Discusses her recent travels (specifically, a trip to Baltimore) and the social engagements she attended. Describes interactions with mutual acquaintances. Hopes that Lucy will like Mr. Beaumez, her own new husband, at least for her sake. Briefly mentions news about her own children.

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Writes to her niece Lucy Flucker Knox (daughter of Henry and Lucy Knox) informing her that she received her letter from Shrewsbury. Mentions being in Boston, and discusses the weather and mutual acquaintances.

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Discusses her family and how she is happy her sons have recovered from their illness. Also mentions sending something from Worcester to Boston. Date previously inferred, written in pencil.

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Says she has been very ill as of late and that her mind was fried from anxiety. Says the weather has been good the past few days and that the roads are probably passable. Wants to get home soon to see her boys. Has heard they are well though. Reports that the boys are happy that the day of exhibition approaches, after which they will have a two week vacation. Believes Henry Jackson will allow Henry Jackson Knox [Henry and Lucy Knox's son] to visit Boston during this time. Is fearful that Henry Jackson Knox will be exposed to the temptations of the Town which may set aside his present habits of regularity. Wants to know Lucy's wishes on the subject. Postscript thanks Lucy Knox (the daughter of Lucy and Henry Knox) for her letters.

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Discusses her pleasure in her recent marriage: In the presence of Mr. and Mrs. [Ware] - and my three children - I am made the happy Wife of the Man I sincerely love. Feels her life will change dramatically for the better and believes her friends agree. Discusses their travels and plans to relocate, apparently to Wilmington or Philadelphia, and explains why she hopes her children will be happy with the new arrangements. Encourages Lucy and her daughters to write to her at Wilmington.

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Writes to her sister-in-law. Reports her daughter Henrietta has much recovered. Says she has recently been sick, but feels better because the weather is nicer today. Will not be visiting soon.

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Reports that Henry Jackson Knox has returned in perfect health. He was satisfied with his trip to Boston. As Lucy is anxious about his hearing, she reports that I think it is far better than I have known it. Says his hair is long and thick, but she has prevailed upon him to have it cut. Reports that his bed is finished, but that she could not procure any bedding and she wrote to Henry Jackson for help. Says her boys have not yet returned to school since the holidays because of sore throats. Was particularly concerned because of the recent bad weather. Took tea with General Benjamin Lincoln last evening. Claims she is not good at keeping up the politeness necessary to meet new people. Says she is far less happy without Lucy around, but that she is far from unhappy. Talks of her acquaintances. Heard that Bingham and Jackson speak of coming to Hingham. Says their deals for Eastern Lands has caused much anxiety. Goes on to speak of politics in florid language.

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Writes that she is doing much better, since she was suffering from an illness. Her son was ill as well. Mentions that Henry, presumably Henry Jackson Knox, spent some time with her and is now out with his cousins, though he will be back in time for tea. Gives her love to Lucy and all her family.

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Regrets living so far from her dearest friends. Writes at length about her hopes that Knox will make good on his promise and help take care of her and her children. Has spoken to several friends on the subject, including General [David] Cobb, and they support her asking for Knox's help achieving justice for her children. Also discusses paying a debt she owes Knox.

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Describes how her son Tom is feeling unwell and discusses his illness. Expresses her wish to see my Dear Brother and Lucy with the little Flock though states that she cannot travel at the moment. Continues with news of family and mutual acquaintances.