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to John Gleason

Appears to be discussing land issues with the settlers in Hampden and Bangor, Maine. Settlers may be trying to claim lots that Knox believes belongs to him. The right side of the letter is damaged causing minor text loss.

GLC02437.07724

[Account]

Lists transactions between Henry Knox and Samuel E. Dutton from 27 March to 22 November 1804.

GLC02437.08836

to Henry Knox

Written from Hallowell, possibly in Maine. Would have visited Knox in Boston if weather permitted; however, due to the snow, he is happy to send Knox a letter. Cannot write a long letter because he is short on paper. Reports on dairies in a region...

GLC02437.07784

to Henry Knox

Reports that he just returned from attending the examination of Knox's settlers' land claims (see GLC02437.07822). Declares that it "has been an arduous and disagreeable undertaking." Touches briefly on the claims heard by General [Salem] Towne (he...

GLC02437.07827

to Henry Knox

Long letter detailing judicial hearings and decisions regarding Knox's claims to lands in the Waldo patent which have been claimed by squatters.

GLC02437.07838

to Henry Knox

Discusses a variety of business concerns, such as a judgment against an Amos Mann, in favor of Knox, in a lumber dispute. Mentions several government resolutions recently passed.

GLC02437.07887

to Henry Knox

Has determined that it would be unnecessary to further examine a particular township's land quality, so he has not done it. Discusses hearings related to rightful ownership of Knox's land's in Maine, mentioning the head of the Commission, General...

GLC02437.07903