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to George Storer

The first page, written and signed by Knox, contains calculations of monies due George Storer. Verso contains two notes, written in an unknown hand, regarding balances due.

GLC02437.08011

to James Malcom [incomplete]

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Invites Malcom to perform a survey of lands Knox sold to Mr. [Israel] Thorndike, Mr. Sears, and Mr. Prescot. Adds that a Mr. [Lothrop] Lewis will be performing a survey on behalf of...

GLC02437.08043

[Statement]

A statement of Knox's account with Kendall.

GLC02437.09876

to Henry Knox

Has recently been informed by Mr. F. Amory that Mrs. Cantor was planning to leave a particular house and asked if Scott intends to purchase it. Provides the price he was offered, and asks him whether Knox "would have me do any thing in the business...

GLC02437.08046

to John Gleason

Has received Gleason's letter via Captain [likely Edward] Kelleran. Discusses financial dealings with a Mr. West. Includes a list of workmen and their salaries; explains their duties and provides information regarding the lime business.

GLC02437.08020

Monody to the memory of General Henry Knox

Poem lamenting the death of Henry Knox and emphasizing his virtues.

GLC02437.08052

to Henry Knox

Provides the results of a survey of lands in the town of Prospect, [Maine].

GLC02437.07996

to Henry Jackson Knox

The firm of Stevens & Joy writes to say it is sorry to read the contents of Henry Jackson Knox's recent letters. Stevens & Joy write that they expected to hear of his poor fortune. Offer some suggestions regarding his accounts and those of his...

GLC02437.07997

to Samuel Breck

Marked as a copy. Writes a kind letter to his old friend Breck about keeping in touch as time passes. Also writes to reintroduce Breck to a Mr. Thomas Payson. He and Lucy Knox send their love to Breck and his family.

GLC02437.07998

to Henry Jackson Knox

The firm of Baylies & Howard writes to inform Henry Jackson Knox of their receipt of a lime shipment, which leaves a balance due to him in his account of $366.91. Report they will draw on their debtors for the money and will use part of it to pay a...

GLC02437.07999

to Henry Knox

Writes to recommend Mr. Ephraim Wood, of Camden, to the Governor and Council, for the position of Coroner in Lincoln County. Believes it clear that they need a coroner, as they do not have one. Also, as he understands the ailing Samuel Jacobs will...

GLC02437.08000

to John Gleason

Writes that he arrived to Boston on the evening of 31 January, and found the sleighing difficult. Considers the ways he depends on Gleason's help. Provides instructions regarding the receipt of shipments of articles, as well as the hauling of wood.

GLC02437.08002

to Henry Knox

Writes to recommend Mr. Nathaniel Coffin for a position of Justice of the Peace in the county of Bath. Relates his qualifications. Adds that Knox's friend General [David] Cobb, as well as Judge Thatcher, are well acquainted with him as well.

GLC02437.08003

[Petition for Justice of Peace in Canaan]

Petition to appoint a Justice of the Peace for the part of Lincolnville formerly called Canaan. Recommend Jonathan Fletcher for the position. Addressed to the Governor [of Massachusetts] and his council. Signed by 19 citizens, including Stephen Young...

GLC02437.08004

to Henry Knox

Place name is illegible. Writes apologetically that the people of his region would like Reid to be appointed as a Justice of the Peace. Wonders about the propriety of nominating himself.

GLC02437.08005

to Henry Knox

Talks about a petition Knox has submitted to erect a lighthouse on Franklin Island. Also briefly discusses local news, such as about agriculture.

GLC02437.08006

to Henry Knox

Writes to endorse the reappointment of Samuel Jacobs for Justice of the Peace in Lincoln County, Maine (where his commission has expired). Also endorses William Parkman for a Justice of the Peace position in Lincoln County.

GLC02437.08007

to John Gleason

Writes in response to two of Gleason's previous letters. Reports that the articles a Mr. Bentley ordered will be sent on a vessel in March. Mentions the very "serious" problem of the destruction of the lime store, which he blames on the...

GLC02437.08008

to Henry Knox

Discusses the conflict in the town of Lincolnville [Maine] over which of two candidates should be appointed Justice of the Peace: Samuel Miller or Jonathan Fletcher.

GLC02437.08009

to Henry Knox

Writes in response to a letter from Knox. Reports that a Mr. John Borland created a petition to authorize fishing privileges for the town of Nobleborough and its environs, because of the significant presence of salmon, shad, and other fish....

GLC02437.08010

to John Gleason

Does not have much news to report, and believes he will have more leisure time next week when the legislature adjourns. Discusses shipments of lime casks.

GLC02437.08014

to John Gleason

Writes to report that Captain [Edward or Benjamin] Kelleran has not yet arrived with his vessel, and he is concerned, as the vessel has workmen, money, and letters of Knox's on board. Instructs Gleason to keep the woodcutters at work.

GLC02437.08015

to Lucy Knox

Discusses business endeavors. Considers the imminent conclusion of the war in Europe and the "immense success of [Napoleon] Bonaparte," and how these factors may affect land prices and other areas key to his finances. Also mentions his hopes that...

GLC02437.08016

to John Gleason

Reports that Captain [Edward or Benjamin] Kelleran has not yet arrived, and that there is a terrible snow storm. Mentions that a Mr. Russel has engaged some men to work, and asks Gleason to continue performing the work Knox assigned him, to the best...

GLC02437.08017

to John Gleason

Reports that Captain [likely Edward] Kelleran and John Robinson arrived last night, and that Robinson will be continuing to sell Knox's lime. Adds that Knox made Wales & Beale his agents. Discusses shipment of articles via Captain Kelleran....

GLC02437.08018