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to John Gleason

Instructions for Gleason to perform a variety of tasks on Knox's estate. Stresses that he will be judging Gleason's expertise and quality as an agent based on how well he follows these instructions. The tasks focus on harvesting and collecting kiln...

GLC02437.07843

to John Gleason

Is sending, via Captain [Edward] Kelleran, a variety of cargo such as corn and rum, as well as some articles for Captain [Thomas] Vose. Discusses several shipping issues.

GLC02437.07859

to John Gleason

Mentions a shipment of various goods he has ordered sent to Captain [Thomas] Vose by way of Captain Kelleran. Discusses his lime business, especially focusing on the necessity of preparing good quality lime, and on the price he is getting for...

GLC02437.07865

to Henry Knox

Writes that Captain Benjamin Killeran [possibly "Kelleran," a relation of Captain Edward Kelleran] arrived at Thomaston with a delivery of pork and beef in barrels; discloses that the beef is very good but the pork is very poor. The Captain will...

GLC02437.07938

to John Gleason

Discusses the travels of Benjamin and Edward Kelleran on their respective vessels, and the cargo they are transporting. Mentions at some length shipping arrangements with John Robinson and Captain [Thomas] Vose.

GLC02437.07945