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to Thomas Flucker
25 July 1766
Goldthwaite, Thomas, 1717-1799
Discusses his recent arrival to Fort Pownall, located in present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Seems to comment on rumors of lead mining on nearby Flucker property.
GLC02437.09002
to Samuel Waldo and Francis Waldo
24 October 1765
Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Addressed to "Col. Waldo or his brother," likely referring to either Samuel or Francis Waldo. Discusses the topography and resources of different land lots and considers whether...
GLC02437.09031
30 November 1765
Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Discusses surveying, settling and planning a new town with a Mr. Chadwick, possibly on Flucker's land. Adds that he received cider from Mr. Winslow. Touches briefly on "the...
GLC02437.09032
February 16, 1766
Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Reports that although he has not had a recent letter from Flucker, he plans to proceed with constructing the new township as soon as spring arrives. Writes, "I can form no opinion...
GLC02437.09033
24 April 1766
Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Declares that he received two letters from Flucker and apologizes for not writing back. Discusses plans he is making with Mr. Chadwick and Mr. Saunders for a settlement.
GLC02437.09035
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