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[Massachusetts Congressional resolution]

Resolution in response to the petition of Gustavas Swan and other settlers in a region of Knox's Waldo patent lands. Allows the residents an extra year to pay for the lots of land on which they have settled, and outlines the terms of the arrangement...

GLC02437.07787

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to put through a petition.

GLC02437.07803

to Henry Knox

Written from "Cambden," likely Camden, Maine. Informs Knox that a "poor unfortunate man" named John Thomas has asked the Amity Lodge of the FreeMasons; to recommend him for an appointment as lighthouse-keeper for the new lighthouse at Whitehead...

GLC02437.07806

to His Excellency the Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Written from Stillwater, likely in Maine. Addressed to the Governor of Massachusetts and the General Court. Petition, from the majority of the assessors of Stillwater Plantation in Hancock County, describes the boundaries and population of the...

GLC02437.07878

to Henry Knox

Discusses a petition, currently in front of the Legislature, about the recent loss of the Hallowell Academy. Writes that an accident demolished the building, and hope the Legislature will provide some assistance. Thinks they will help the academy...

GLC02437.07908

to Henry Knox

Writes that he has been informed a petition was submitted to the state government to grant him a Justice's commission. This was done without his knowledge. He adds that several people have subsequently spoken against his reputation in response to...

GLC02437.07921

to Henry Knox

Writes that he understands a Republican coalition has prepared a petition to get him impeached. Explains that this coalition argues Copeland should be removed due to dishonest economic dealings, such as taking a bribe. Asks for Knox's help.

GLC02437.08001

[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

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 Henry Knox

Summons for Knox to present a petition (not included) to the governor and council. Written in the third person and signed in the text.

GLC02437.08075

[Petition before the Massachusetts legislature]

Discusses a petition regarding the discharge of the Continental Army and their pay. Date previously inferred, written in pencil.

GLC02437.08088

[Petition]

Petition to the United State Congress on behalf of the Massachusetts line for public credit. Marked as a "copy."

GLC02437.08094

[Petition]

Petition before the legislature regarding land in Maine.

GLC02437.08106

[Report]

Discusses a petition regarding invalids and their pensions.

GLC02437.08111

[Copy of a petition]

Discusses a petition regarding deeds of land.

GLC02437.08129

[Minutes of a counter petition] [incomplete]

Discusses settlers.

GLC02437.08131

[Petitions]

Discusses a petition made by two widows for assistance as they now have to support their families by themselves.

GLC02437.08205

to President Johnson

Formerly a Confederate Brigadier General, John McCausland offers his "special application" for a pardon in accordance with Johnson's proclamation of 29 May 1865. Accompanied by a testimonial from John Hall, providing background information on...

GLC02456.17

The Gentleman's Magazine

Printed for D. Henry at St. John's Gate, London. Includes the petition of Congress to King George. Also includes a copy of an intercepted John Adams letter to Abigail Adams 24 July 1775, copy of intercepted letter of Benjamin Harrison to George...

GLC02361

to Henry Knox

Written by Peirce to Brigadier General Knox. Peirce seems to be sending along information on lands that Knox has an interest in in Massachusetts (including Maine). Says he could not get "ye petition" brought forward this session. Says the Committee...

GLC02437.01361

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

Expresses gratitude for Knox's praise of Washington in the context of Congress's resolution "That an equestrian statue of General Washington, be erected at the place where the residence of Congress shall be established," passed on 7 August 1783 (and...

GLC02437.09401

[Petition for promoting Colonel Andrew Wood Denison].

Lincoln submitted this petition to Secretary of War Stanton. Fifteen prominent men from Maryland signed the petition asking that Colonel Denison be promoted to Brigadier General of Volunteers. The petition recounts Denison's service to the Union...

GLC01012

[Letterbook related to the Newburgh Conspiracy]

Table of contents is written on front cover in what appears to be a later hand. Includes copies of letters by various individuals, all in the hand of Samuel Shaw, relating to officers' complaints regarding pay, supplies, and other topics. Contains...

GLC02437.09443