February 21, 1789

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard Lechmere

Apologizes for not responding to previous letters before receiving two new letters about Dr. Taylor's bond. Had been waiting for answers to questions respecting their business, specifically about whether bonds due to the mandamus counselors were confiscated with their other property, and therefore whether Taylor was solvent. The Courts decided finally that the bonds had been confiscated. It appears that Taylor is insolvent and has taken the bonds; his lands had been mortgaged to Mr. [Thomas] Flucker. Declares that due to these circumstances, he must decline Lechmere's kind offer, though…

GLC02437.04124

February 1789

Lawrance, E., fl. 1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Author is a Mrs. E. Lawrance. Writes that she has heard Knox is afflicted with a "rheumatic complaint," and declares that Mr. Lawrance (her relationship with him is unclear) was in the same situation. Visited him in Albany, and found him unable to move his limbs. Was able to cure him in five days, and would like to send Knox her remedy to help him recover as well. Declares that Knox must first have faith, and then she will send her remedy.

GLC02437.04126

30 March 1789

Lewis, Joseph, 1748-1814

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Stagg

Written from "Morris Town," which may be located in several states, including New Jersey. Declares that George Shelley and Michael Conner are two soldiers who served with the Maryland troops during the war, and would like to receive compensation such as clothes and bounty land. They are unsure how to proceed with their claim, so Lewis has enclosed one of their letters to Stagg, because he knows "of no friend that is more capable of giving information concerning [the claims] than yourself." Sends his compliments to Mrs. Stagg.

GLC02437.04159

10 October 1789

Lee, Henry, 1756-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Congratulates Knox on his recent honor (likely his appointment as Secretary of War). Asks, "whether the second revolution will produce half the good predicted by its friends and whether the eastern conspiracy in the house of representatives declared afterwards on the floor respecting the permanent seat of govt. will not prove [incontestibly] the [simplicity] of associating with them in a form of govt. where they possess a majority." Adds that it is only his desire to preserve the new government he fought hard to help create, that prevents him from arguing further. Declares, "In as many…

GLC02437.04385

25 March 1790

Langdon, John, 1741-1819

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox for assistance in obtaining a position in the War Department. Hopes that if Knox knows of no open positions, he will write to General [Benjamin] Lincoln on his behalf. Adds that General [Henry] Jackson has done all in his power to find Langdon a job, and suggested he write to Knox. Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

GLC02437.04559

22 August 1790

Lewis, William, fl. 1784-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the upcoming trial of Major Shaw and Mr. Holker, to be held 6 September 1790. Asks if Knox has any evidence or information to contribute, and hopes Knox will communicate it to him. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.04697

2 September 1790

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Lewis

Knox acknowledges Lewis's letter of 22 August 1790 regarding "the suit between my friend Major [Samuel] Shaw and Mr. [Holken]." Discusses the evidence that a court commission might need. Says Captain [Thomas] Randall will be able to provide Lewis with the extent of Mr. Craigie's evidence.

GLC02437.04711

15 December 1789

Langdon, John, 1741-1819

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for his letter and for his recommendation to "Messr Hoffman and son." Says he is glad to help them anytime they need assistance in the future. Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

GLC02437.04797

1 January 1791

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Tobias Lear

Knox says he received a letter from Abraham Ogden regarding Samuel Ogden and "the subject of the attorneyship of New Jersey." Knox thinks Samuel Ogden will gladly the accept the appointment. Knox mentioned the matter to Henry Jackson "with the request that he would state it to the President."

GLC02437.04815

31 May 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript letter

Title: to William Lewis

Contains two letters. The first, dated 31 May 1792, is written by Knox to Lewis. Knox asks Lewis's opinion about features in a legal agreement between a Massachusetts Committee of the Legislature, and Henry Jackson and Royal Flint. Asks several questions. The second letter, of the same date, is written by Lewis in answer to those questions. Lewis points out that there is "much contradiction and obscurity" in the agreement, and comments on Mr. [William] Duer's role in the agreement, now that he is insolvent. All in the hand of War Department secretary Nathan Jones.

GLC02437.05484

18 September 1792

Lewis, William, fl. 1784-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Forwards a copy of a document concerning William Duer. Informs Knox that he must present his case before the Supreme Court or the district judge.

GLC02437.05617

February 4, 1793

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to the President and Directors of the [bank] of the U.S.

Asks for the favor of a discount for the enclosed $2,500 note "as a renewal in part of a note of 3375 Dollars due the 7th instant."

GLC02437.05805

9 March 1793

Lewis, William, fl. 1784-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Says the action brought by the United States against William Duer is set for trial on 11 April. Wants to be informed about the bail and the trial, if a defense is made. Also would like Knox to write to Duer to get as much information as possible.

GLC02437.05847

30 April 1793

Lee, Henry, 1756-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Says his proposed trip across the Atlantic must take place soon. Is at a loss to describe the situation in France. Hopes Knox can send him information. Wants his intentions kept secret though. Asks "is there any danger in passing the Atlantic in an American bottom?" Writes, "I hate a jail & dislike the idea of captivity." Says he wrote to Knox yesterday and enclosed intelligence on the Indians. He also asked for the money promised his state in that letter.

GLC02437.05883

14 August 1793

Lewis, William, fl. 1784-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Gives legal answers to the questions Knox asked (see GLC024373.05907).

GLC02437.05912

28 December 1793

Lewis, William, fl. 1784-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Says that if the only contract between the heirs of General Waldo and the ten proprietors is the bond, "I conceive that a Forfeiture of the Penalty would be the only Consequence of the former refusing to convey to the Letter." Believes the forfeiture can only be incurred 6 months after the patent is obtained for the lands mentioned in the resolution of 4 July 1785.

GLC02437.06007

26 November 1794

Lewis, William, fl. 1784-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Appears to discuss land negotiations between Henry Knox, Benjamin Walker, and Samuel Ogden. Notes which appropriate forms and deeds need to be completed.

GLC02437.06257

circa December 1794

Lawrence, John, 1724-1799

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he will not be in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Requests Knox pays Mrs. [Elizabeth?] Lawrence the rent on Fairy Hill. The day of the year is not listed. Written from Longbridge Farm, present day South Brunswick Township, New Jersey.

GLC02437.06289

11 April 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Lawrance

Informs Lawrance that he will be able to move out of his house in the near future.

GLC02437.06385

14 April 1795

Lawrance, John, fl. 1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for informing him about his possible quitting of the house and asks that Knox lets him know definite dates when he can.

GLC02437.06389

16 April 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Lawrance

Thanks Lawrance for his letter concerning the house.

GLC02437.06393

7 August 1795

Lathrop, John, fl. 1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Apologizes to Knox and expresses his mortification on not being able to find a suitable and educated gentleman to tutor Knox's children. He also has been unable to find a priest for the town of Thomaston, Maine.

GLC02437.06485

9 August 1795

Lathrop, John, fl. 1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes on behalf of his son asking for Knox's hospitality as his daughter-in-law wishes to travel around Maine.

GLC02437.06490

3 September 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Tobias Lear

Discusses plans to burn lime in the coming year.

GLC02437.06511

28 December 1795

Hodgdon, Samuel, 1745-1824

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses an issue regarding a note for payment.

GLC02437.06583