26 April 1788

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to the Count de Rochambeau

Informs Rochambeau he forwarded [Society of the Cincinnati] diplomas to Louis-Marie-Athanase de Loménie, comte de Brienne, French Secretary of War. Reports that the application of a French officer will be addressed at the next Society of the Cincinnati meeting.

GLC02437.03859

15 September 1788

St. Clair, Arthur, 1734-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

St. Clair, Governor of the Northwest Territory, remarks on war with the Indians: "In my public letter of this day I have taken the Liberty to mention my Ideas on the manner in which a War should be carried on against the Indians- I do most sincerely wish it may not be necessary tho were it not for the State of public affairs, it would be both more reputable and little more expensive than the present dubious situation, when presents must be made them, and expenses incurred that would go a good Way in a Campaign against them, and, were it conducted with prudence and vigor would, set us at rest…

GLC02437.03986

January 11, 1789

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Edward H. Robbins

Docket declares that the letter is addressed to both Edward Robbins and Benjamin Hichborn, but the address listed on the bottom of the letter only mentions Robbins. Contains similar content to GLC02437.04088, a letter to Hichborn. Has learned that Mr. Jones has left Boston without deciding on the reference between Mr. Waldo and Mr. Wetmore. Would be apprehensive if the proceedings with the Commission continue under this circumstance. Relates that he has heard from Mr. [possibly Isaac] Winslow on the views of Robbins and Colonel [Benjamin] Hichborn. Discusses how to proceed with their…

GLC02437.04088

January 21, 1789

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Edward Rutledge

Received his last letter with its enclosures to Colonel [Jeremiah] Wadsworth. Discusses his attempts to publish an advertisement Rutledge had also enclosed, and mentions some research he has been trying to conduct. Declares that he would do anything to help his "dear Departed friend [Nathanael] Greene." Provides a lengthy discussion of elections in the various states.

GLC02437.04094

February 1, 1789

Robbins, Edward Hutchinson, 1758-1837

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses Mr. [William] Wetmore's application to the Court regarding the Waldo patent lands. Mentions the positive influence of Mr. [Benjamin] Hichborn on the Court. Provides a plan to handle the problem of the references, especially regarding how to proceed if the committee attempts to call together the referees.

GLC02437.04104

21 June 1789

Russell, Joseph, fl. 1789-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for informing him that Mr. Livingston was away in the country, and for advising him that a personal interview would do better than a letter in handling their mutual business. Also thanks him for his offer of delivering the letter upon Livingston's return. Thanks Knox for his friendship, and provides some information on the business he has with Livingston, which apparently consists of Russell owing Livingston money.

GLC02437.04253

January 15, 1789

Russell, Joseph, fl. 1789-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to help him settle a problem with Mr. Livingston [his first name is not provided], apparently a legal or financial settlement. Describes recent correspondence with Livingston. Writes, "If I should fall through Livingston's cruelty, I hope the curses of Heaven will follow him through life, as being one of the most ungrateful of men, for no other man would have run the risk which I did for him in the hour of his distress." See GLC02437.04253 for a related document.

GLC02437.04286

16 August 1789

Russell, Joseph, fl. 1789-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for his help in negotiating Russell's affairs with the House of Livingston. Received a letter from John R. Livingston in which Livingston expresses concern for Russell's misfortunes. Livingston is powerless to do anything for or against his interests, as Livingston's agent, Andrew Stockholm, is in charge of the concerns of the company. Describes his legal dispute with the Livingston company. Asks Knox to provide him with updates regarding the status of Congress's bill about the Judiciary. Hopes that mutual friend General [Benjamin] Lincoln may help him receive an appointment…

GLC02437.04328

August 1789

Rodney, Thomas, 1744-1811

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written from "Poplar Grove, Delaware." Is happy to hear that Knox will continue on as Secretary of War. Declares that he has written to the President and recommended Colonel John Parks for the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Would like Knox to speak favorably of the nomination to the President, if he supports it.

GLC02437.04345

7 September 1789

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Rodney

Writes that he received Rodney's last letter, respecting Rodney's correspondence with the President about Judge [Thomas] McKean and Colonel John Parks (see GLC02437.04345). Believes the President has complete knowledge of the character of these gentlemen, and does not flatter himself that he has special influence over the President. However, if he may be of some use, he will certainly provide his positive opinion.

GLC02437.04352

23 November 1789

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Edward Rutledge

Approves of the "disinterested kindness" Rutledge has shown to Catharine Littlefield Green. Discusses a loan in detail, noting that it might best be obtained in Europe from men with "independent and unembarrassed fortunes." Discusses the propriety of applying for an indemnification before they know if the loan is successful. Thinks the application to Congress will be successful.

GLC02437.04420

21 December 1789

Rutledge, Edward, 1749-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to [Catharine Greene]

Rutledge gives the recipient detailed advice regarding a specific debt and estate. Urges the recipient to bring forward her claim and refers to her husband's character. Mentions the Cumberland Island bonds. Adds that General [Henry] Knox and Colonel [Alexander] Hamilton are "certainly your friends." Refer to GLC02437.04420 and GLC02437.04448 for related documents.

GLC02437.04447

11 March 1790

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Rickard

Replies to Rickard's letter from 20 January (GLC02437.04475). Informs Rickard that he would gladly help, but "the office you applied for was filled before I received your letter." Instructs Rickard to address the President of the United States if he seeks an appointment in the future.

GLC02437.04539

12 March 1790

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Edward Rutledge

Refers to Rutledge's correspondence from December 1789 related to the estate of the late General Nathanael Greene (see GLC02437.04498). Has gathered evidence to place a petition before Congress regarding Greene's debt, and requests additional documents from Rutledge, who was co-executor of Greene's estate. Seeks affidavits from General [Anthony] Wayne and Judge [Nathaniel] Pendleton, noting that he received Edward Carrington's affidavit (GLC02437.04498). Writes, "The main object of the petition is that as the said debts were contracted for the public benefit, that the public should…

GLC02437.04540

January 14, 1791

Ruggles, Samuel, fl. 1787-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes on behalf of "the widow of Hector McNeill." Thanks Knox for helping her sort out her late husband's business and credit affairs. Says it has saved her the expense and time of having to hire someone to travel to New York to deal with his creditors.

GLC02437.04825

9 March 1792

Roche, Jean-Baptiste de la, fl. 1790-1792

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks him to send a paperwork for them to sign (regarding an arrangement to settle on Knox's Waldo patent lands), including a translation of the legal documents, as he is "not at all acquainted with your forms of Law." Declares that Mr. Duer will be traveling to Philadelphia and will sign the paperwork soon. Adds that Madame de Leval sends her compliments to him and his wife.

GLC02437.05337

1 November 1792

Leval, Rosalie Josephe Bacler de, ?-1811

Manuscript letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the status of Frenchman's Bay settlement in Maine, stating that the settlers have demanded titles to the lands. Complains that Henry Jackson has refused to grant the titles until a survey of the land is conducted. Signed Bacler de Leval and co-signed by Jean-Baptiste de la Roche. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05683

19 November 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Madame de Leval and Jean-Baptiste de la Roche

Informs de Leval and de la Roche that a new company will probably be formed to deal with their business.

GLC02437.05706

6 December 1793

Rivington, James, 1724-1802

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks for a copy of the account they had between them when Knox was still in the book business. Believes Knox can help him get £247.10.0 for 275 pounds of Hyson Tea that was delivered in 1774. Notes he was in London at the time and has since lost track of the transaction, but he heard that Knox delivered the tea "to some person in Boston" at the command of the colonel of the 26th Regiment. Recipient not listed, however, base on the content of the letter the recipient is likely Henry Knox.

GLC02437.05987

10 December 1793

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James Rivington

Reports that to the best of his memory the teas he inquires about was delivered to Captain Bath. Believes he can provide give him full evidence of this when he looks at his papers in Boston. See GLC02437.05897 for Rivington's request.

GLC02437.05991

11 May 1794-18 May 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Russell

Introduces Mr. William Meredith, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Russell. Explains who Meredith is and briefly discusses politics. There is a crossed out section on verso about nominees for a diplomatic position to France. Date of 11 May added later in pencil and red pen.

GLC02437.06094

15 August 1794

Rutledge, Edward, 1749-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the debt owed by their late friend, Nathanael Greene. Mentions Greene had been granted an injunction on the debt prior to his death but is once again going before a judge. Requests Knox to reexamine the evidence on Greene's case. State is not listed, however, Charleston is listed as the city.

GLC02437.06166

16 August 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Stephen Rochefontaine

Requests fortifications be made in several places with the "utmost vigor." Notes the agents located in those places need to make arrangements for possessing the necessary grounds. Also mentions needing surveys on each fortification.

GLC02437.06174

17 August 1794

Rochefontaine, Stephen, 1755-1814

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the progress made on fortifying various ports. Says two of the ports on Castle Island, Massachusetts have been fortified but the other has not. Also mentions difficulties with the shore being bold on one side and shallow on the other side.

GLC02437.06177

17 August 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Stephen Rochefontaine

Notifies Rochefontaine to suspend the proposed works at Governor's Island, New York.

GLC02437.06178