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to Henry Knox

Describes his sea voyage and food rations to his uncle Henry Knox. Says they eat beef and beans one day and pork and beans the other day. Mentions one of the vessels has the fever but believes they will not get it. Sends his regards to his aunt...

GLC02437.07502

to Henry Knox

Mentions setting up a meeting with Knox to discuss the purchase or division of the Muscongus lands (part of the Waldo patent lands) in Maine. Also discusses hereditary rights and other legal complications associated with the land.

GLC02437.07503

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he believes some of the settlers in the [Newgorham] neighborhood (present day Gorham, Maine) are against the surveys being conducted. Also discusses the petitions on the Ducktrap land in Maine.

GLC02437.07505

[Land deed]

First portion of the letter is signed by Thomas Amory. William [Rowsory] signed as a witness and John Lowell signed as a witness and Justice of Peace. Second portion of the letter (page 3) is signed by Rufus Amory. A. Ritchie Jr. and J. Taylor...

GLC02437.07713

to Lucy Knox

Inquires why she has not heard form her. Discusses various people and friends. Also inquires after Knox's mother and father.

GLC02437.07504

[Note]

Note regarding the building of a house and the materials for it.

GLC02437.08788

to Henry Knox

Both he and his wife send their sympathies to Knox and Mrs. [Lucy] Knox possibly over the death of one Knox's children. States, "We, also, have only three children left." Discusses the lime business and its fluctuating price. Mentions he can...

GLC02437.07715

to Henry Knox

Appears to discuss the lime business. Says he is waiting to hear from Albany regarding funding from the government.

GLC02437.07716

to Leroy [Bayer] & Mr. [Evers]

Informs them that Mrs. [Sarah Lyons] Beaumez's son, Francis Flucker, was appointed by the British government and is serving in India and that her other son, Thomas Flucker, is a midshipman on his way to the West Indies. Continues to discuss the...

GLC02437.07506

to Henry Knox

Appears to be seeking help from Knox in finding employment. Discusses being ill and other misfortunes his family has suffered. Notes he has had to depend on his brother for help and seeks any type of employment where he can use his skills.

GLC02437.07507