25 May 1773

Longman, Thomas, 1731-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the settling of a bill and a new order for books. Indicates that he has shipped four trunks of books to Boston. Longman was a London bookseller.

GLC02437.00068

1 June 1773

Clarke, Joseph, fl. 1773-1774

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses an order for books and quills. Seeks an explanation for the increase in price for a book, Leland's "View of Deistical Writers." Inquires about his request that Knox acquire some snuff for him, even though he knows Knox does not deal in that item in his regular business.

GLC02437.00069

2 June 1773

Brown, Christopher, fl. 1772-1774

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports shipment of publications to Knox from Thomas Longman, with Brown writing on Longman's behalf. The new publications Knox purchased are listed at the top of the letter. Longman was a London bookseller.

GLC02437.00070

5 June 1773

Miller, William, fl. 1773

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Follow-up to his 15 May 1773 letter (see GLC02437.00059) in which he requested magazines and notebooks. Asks Knox if he received the letter.

GLC02437.00071

3 June 1773

Emerson, Bulkeley, 1732-1801

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Orders ledgers and paper, and comments on a mistake in a previous bill. Emerson was a bookseller.

GLC02437.00072

13 June 1773

Troutbeck, John, fl. 1755-1784

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Lightheartedly discusses hearing that Knox was "confoundedly peeked" by not hearing from Troutbeck for a long time. Reaffirms their friendship, informs Knox of an upcoming trip to the country, and promises future correspondence upon his return. Troutbeck was a surgeon. Knox's last letters from him were written in December of 1770, when Troutbeck was finishing his medical exams (see GLC02437.00002 and GLC02437.00003).

GLC02437.00073

12 August 1773

Longman, Thomas, 1731-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Two letters on a single page. The first part is a copy of Longman's 16 June 1773 letter (see GLC02437.00075), which discusses the settling of a bill, an order for books, and the delay caused by a Captain Lyde, who would not be sailing when he told Troutbeck he would. The second part indicates that he has sent two trunks and a case of books to Boston. Longman was a London bookseller.

GLC02437.00074

16 June 1810

Jones, David, 1748-1822

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Notes his reception of Hobart's letter along with the quit claim Deeds, which he sent to French & Everetts. States that he is disappointed because out of the $70 he sent there was "none left for [him]" and he needed it to buy an Iron for the Mill he is building. Writes he will try again and hope he is not disappointed again. Also has an autograph note signed from Mary Nole (Jones' daughter) on page 2, relaying family news, including the birth of her five month old son Orlando and the death of Betsy's (her sister) son who was also about the same age. States that she is glad to…

GLC06313.04.014

19 June 1810

Alden, Cyrus, 1785-1855

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Mentions that the next Fellowship Lodge meeting will be held on Monday June 25th, at the Edward Victous Hall. Its' purpose is to hear Hobart's Mosaic Oration. Written as "Secretary."

GLC06313.04.015

6 October 1810

Mitchell, Nahum, 1769-1853

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Wishes Hobart a safe trip to England. Informs him that he sent two packages, one to Colonel Lyman and the other to Cushing Mitchell, with the purpose of obtaining a discharge for Mitchell. Asks that if Aaron happens to see Lyman, if he would assure him that Mitchell is an American.

GLC06313.04.016

6 October 1810

Hobart, Aaron, 1787-1858

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses his son's trip to England. Laments some business his son, a lawyer, missed out on and discusses potential opportunities in London.

GLC06313.04.017

31 October 1810

Mitchell, Nahum, 1769-1853

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Mentions a meeting with Hobart's father. Discusses the trial held for the discontinuance of the new road and the case of Jenkins vs. Gurney. Mentions the death of Dr. Dunbar and Major Barells. Also, reminds Hobart that the election is near and their candidate is Mr. Baylies, but adds that "There is a small prospect of choosing him." Comments that England's order of council might rescind the embargo, if France carries out a plan to alter their policies.

GLC06313.04.018

1 November 1810

Gurney, Nathan, 1769-1850

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Mentions that the "republican cause seems to be gathering strength," and cites successes in Delaware and Vermont. Reminds Hobart that the a congressional election is next Monday and discusses some of those involved.

GLC06313.04.019

21 December 1810

Cropper, Benson, & Co., fl. 1810

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Sends a payment for ninety pounds (not included). Cropper, Benson, & Co. was a merchant firm in Liverpool, England.

GLC06313.04.020

18 March 1811

Armelt, William, fl. 1811

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Proposes sailing together to Abington on 1 May 1811, but understands if Hobart has to sail sooner. Also asks Hobart to inquire about the cotton manufactory, as he intends to take up that business.

GLC06313.04.021

22 December 1811

Hobart, Aaron, 1764-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Informs his son that he needs to get supplies such as sand and glass. Mentions he is enclosing is a note from Joseph Hearsey with orders for Hobart to send a writ.

GLC06313.04.022

25 November 1811

Winslow, John, fl. 1811

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Shares his view and experiences in Hanover, Massachusetts, because he has heard that Hobart is planning on settling and opening a law office there.

GLC06313.04.023

9 April 1813

Hobart, Aaron, 1764-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Asks his son if he can get from Judge Thomas the sum of his father's estate. Also mentions that several cases have been settled.

GLC06313.04.025

27 June 1813

Greenleaf, Simon, 1783-1853

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Informs Hobart that he is moving to Massachusetts. Thus, he offers his real estate in Gray, Maine to Hobart, "a gentleman of .... political character and professional talents." Describes the business there and mentions he "will sell from $2500 to $3500 worth of real estate."

GLC06313.04.026

29 June 1813

Hobart, Aaron, 1764-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses his a debt he owed to Judge Mitebills

GLC06313.04.027

10 March 1814

Sampson, Zabdiel, 1781-1828

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Asks Hobart to verify in the next letter whether it is true or not true that Albert Smith has stolen $20,000 from the public.

GLC06313.04.034

1 April 1814

Smith, Albert, 1763-1823

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Albert Smith has sent the papers by Albert (his son) with his signature and would like Hobart to finish them and mail "them in a neat package" by Monday. The papers were in regard to Smith being replaced as a "collector," probably of taxes. He was earlier accused of stealing $20,000 in public funds (see GLC06313.034)

GLC06313.04.035

18 April 1814

Smith, Albert, 1763-1823

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Shares his views with Hobart on "the nomination of my [Albert Smith] successor as Collector," Mr. Cary. Asks Hobart to inform his successor, whoever it ends up being, of the Revenue Department's instructions and everything else that pertains to the office. Smith was earlier accused of stealing $20,000 in public funds (see GLC06313.034)

GLC06313.04.036

26 July 1814

Smith, Albert, 1763-1823

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Explains that "his fate is hard indeed." Notes that R. Eells has Hobart's account and that "the money for the sales of the stamps" has been received. Smith was being replaced as a "collector," probably of taxes. He was earlier accused of stealing $20,000 in public funds (see GLC06313.034)

GLC06313.04.037

11 August 1814

Warren, Henry, 1764-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Informs Hobart of Job Cobb's bond. Explains what to do if a suit arises and wishes Hobart will attend to this matter as soon as possible.

GLC06313.04.038