22 December 1791

Butler, Maria, fl. 1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Washington

Written by Mrs. Maria Butler, the widow of General Richard Butler, who had been killed that year by Indians in battle in the Ohio Territories. Refers to the death of her husband and the dangerous living conditions surrounding her in the Pittsburgh area. Requests more troops to protect her and her family and the other white settlers in the region, and to hold onto the land that was so dearly fought for by her husband.

GLC02437.05269

January 22, 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Washington

Writes that he has not "list[ed] the characters mentioned yesterday to any mortal." Declares that Arthur St. Clair has arrived, and that he has not seen him yet but will this morning.

GLC02437.05296

13 March 1792

Wilkinson, James, 1757-1825

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Clement Biddle

Written from Fort Washington, present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Received his last letter, which suggests that General [Arthur] St. Clair might not continue in command of the army much longer. This fills him with anxiety. Discusses possible ramifications of the appointment of a new commander. Comments on the difficult situation he has found himself in, between Major [David] Zeigler and Colonel [Samuel] Hodgdon. Explains in some detail the interpersonal conflict among his officers. Comments on the downfall of General [Josiah] Harmar due to his "unfortunate propensity to drink."

GLC02437.05354

17 March 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript letter signed

Title: to George Washington

Writes, "Mr Izard has just put the enclosed letter from Genl Pinckney into my hands what with pleasure I communicate to you."

GLC02437.05360

31 August 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Washington

Encloses medicine for Washington's nephew. Writes, "Anxiously desirous that the medicine called Antipertussis may have the same beneficial effects upon your nephew, as it has had in many other cases, I send...two more bottles." Sends his respects to Mrs. Washington. Noted as private.

GLC02437.05594

16 September 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to George Washington

Marked "private." Notes he questioned Mr. Hammond's and Mr. Ternant's intentions of visiting Mount Vernon. Mr. Hammond will set out for Mount Vernon on Wednesday but Mr. Ternant likely will not make the trip due to his health. In a struck paragraph also discusses the volatile situation in France. Notes "the affairs of france are progressing from bad to worse..." Knox's retained draft.

GLC02437.05613

29 September 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Washington

Marked "Private." Discusses the reception of Andrew Allen, a former colonial governor, who had recently returned to the U.S. Replies to Washington's letter of (see GLC02437.09426) that Allen has indeed been welcomed in Philadelphia, and that Knox dined with him recently. Also reports that his wife recently gave birth to a daughter. Signed "HK."

GLC02437.05631

14 October 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Washington

Discusses War Department matters that, in his opinion, should be mentioned to the legislature at the next session. Notes that arsenals are needed in the middle and southern states. Transmits a letter from Governor Lee. Proposes to travel east the following day to see his family. Knox's retained draft.

GLC02437.05651

15 December 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript letter

Title: to George Washington

In the hand of John Stagg Jr. Forwards papers relating to a Captain Scott, stating that his"discretion for the object proposed cannot be depended upon." Retained copy.

GLC02437.05737

2 May 1793

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Washington

This is Knox's retained draft of the original sent to Washington. Knox signs on behalf of Hamilton. The cover letter states that they are sending an answer to Washington's third question to the cabinet asked on 18 April. They are answering with "A conformity of opinion." The answer was sent as an enclosure to Washington that is not included here. The long, detailed answer (the original of which is in the George Washington papers at the Library of Congress, along with a copy of this cover letter) is in reference to the problem of accepting Edmond-Charles Genêt's credentials as French…

GLC02437.05885

August 1793

Dandridge, Bartholomew, 1737-1785

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Tells Knox that President Washington will be at his Philadelphia house tomorrow at 9. Expects Knox to be there. Wants Knox to notify Attorney General Edmund Randolph.

GLC02437.05918

4 November 1791

Manuscript document

Title: Pay due the non commissioned officers and privates...in the year 1791 who were actually discharged at Fort Washington

Date from title. Lists officers and the pay due to them as of 4 November. Noted as a copy in the upper left corner. Noted as A and N 11 at the top of the first page. Extensive water damage at the top of the document. Watermarked. Letterpress copy.

GLC02437.10239

20 August 1793

Anderson, John, 1726-1796

Manuscript document signed

Title: to George Washington

Titles the document "The Memorial." Writes discussing inventions. States "[t]hat he has invented a Bronze Guns Metal, which has the advantage of Common Iron Guns, and of Common Brass Guns, without their imperfections. That he has invented a Carriage for Guns; by which the recoil of the Gun is distroyed, without giving motion to the Carriage." Believes that these inventions will be very useful and writes that "because they were brought to the test of experiment by French Armies under the Generals [Marquis de] La Fayette, [Comte de] Rochambeau, [Charles François Du Périer] Dumourier, and…

GLC02437.10273

27 October 1791

Bowes, Rebecca, fl. 1791-1792

Manuscript letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Letter reads in full, "Presuming on your generous friendship which is influenced by the dictates of humanity & friendship, I have address'd these Lines to you, not doubting your Candour will excuse the freedom I have taken - Being disappointed in receiving some assistance from a near Connection, to whom, I thought I could apply with some degree of confidence, has compell'd me, tho' with great reluctance to make this application to your Goodness for some kind for myself & family against the approaching winter, which will greatly relieve me from much anxiety, & add to your many…

GLC02437.05212

1 November 1791

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Merttins Bird

References letters from Bird that were written 12 August and 7 September. Is glad to hear his health is good. Thanks him for the offer to sell his public stock, "[b]ut the high price of stock in America at present seems to preclude the necessity of any sales in Europe." Says the six percent stock is now selling for 23 shillings to the pound. Expresses gratitude for Bird's offer. Adds that he will get in touch if things should change.

GLC02437.05217

5 November 1791

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Rebecca Bowes

Writes that he feels for the distress she described in her letter (see GLC02437.05212). Wishes he could help further, but is only able to enclose a bank note for fifty dollars. Instructs her to present the note to General [Benjamin] Lincoln, who will exchange it for cash. Encourages her to write again if she needs any further assistance.

GLC02437.05223

8 November 1789

Breck, Samuel, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for his attention to his son when he visited Philadelphia recently. Relates that his son will relocate either to New York or Philadelphia next spring for business. Also thanks Knox for introducing him to Mr. Martin. Breck and his family send their regards to Mrs. Knox and Miss Knox.

GLC02437.05229

10 November 1791

Bullock, Joseph, fl. 1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Meade

Provides some information on a land plot in Walnut Street Meade is apparently interested in purchasing. Includes dimensions of the lot, its price (1000 pounds), and its terms.

GLC02437.05234

18 November 1791

Bowes, John Hancock, fl. 1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for the help he provided to his mother, Rebecca Bowes (see also GLC02437.05212). Stamped as "free" above address.

GLC02437.05244

28 November 1791

Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794

Manuscript document

Title: [Bond from Shaw and Randall]

Docket identifies document as a copy. Date added later in pencil. Shaw, on behalf of himself and Thomas Randall, his business partner, declares that their firm is bound to George Bell's firm in Ostend, Flanders (he spells it "Ostende;" in present-day Belgium) for a particular sum of money. Outlines the terms of the financial transaction, which apparently involves the sale by Bell of Shaw's merchandise, including an assortment of teas. Signature witnessed by Joseph Bell and George Irving.

GLC02437.05247

28 November 1791

Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794

Manuscript document

Title: [Agreement between Shaw and Randall, and George Bell & Company]

Docket identifies document as a copy. Date, title and location added in a different hand. Agreement outlines a business transaction between the firm of [Samuel] Shaw and [Thomas] Randall, and George Bell & Company of Ostend, Flanders (he spells it "Ostende;" present-day Belgium). Bell's firm will apparently sell teas and other merchandise of Shaw and Randall's. Signatures of Shaw and Bell witnessed by Joseph Bell and George Irving. See GLC02437.05248 for further information.

GLC02437.05248

20 November 1791

Bell, George, fl. 1791-1795

Manuscript document

Title: [Memorandum of monies disbursed to Samuel Shaw by George Bell]

Ledger page outlines financial transactions between Samuel Shaw and George Bell (see GLC02437.05247 and GLC02437.05248 for related information).

GLC02437.05249

3 December 1791

Hills, John, fl. 1771-1796

Manuscript document

Title: [Estimate for a canal built between Barnstable and Buzzard's Bay]

Includes measurements and expenses for the construction of a canal between Barnstable Bay and Buzzard's Bay constructed by surveyor John Hills.

GLC02437.05252

17 December 1791

Bell, George, fl. 1791-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Memorandum apparently addressed to S[amuel] Shaw. Discusses financial transactions, particularly sales and interest on merchandise (alludes to merchandise being sold by Bell on Shaw's behalf; see GLC02437.05247, GLC02437.05248 and GLC02437.05249 for more information.)

GLC02437.05260

24 December 1791

Burnham, John, 1749-1843

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Requesting acceptance of his resignation from public office. Briefly explains his motivations for resigning.

GLC02437.05272