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to Thomas Vose

Secretary of War Knox informs Captain Vose that he is in Boston to make arrangements "for giving the people upon the patent their deeds according to our agreement." Informs Vose, who helped manage business on Knox's Maine lands, that he will visit...

GLC02437.04752

to Thomas Vose

An extensive summary of details concerning the Waldo Patent. Includes financial information, instructions on selling the land to settlers, and instructions on the administration of the land.

GLC02437.04774

to Thomas Vose

Relates that this letter will be handed to Captain Vose by Messrs. Snow and Hall of Bridgewater who want to secure the lands toward the head of the St. George's River. Wants Vose to accompany them so they can get an understanding of the land...

GLC02437.05160

to Thomas Vose

Says the duties of his office and a recent illness have kept him from writing. Says it is his "firm determination" to be with him in June or July. Says as the house cannot be built for occupation this season, "I would prefer that the digging of the...

GLC02437.05877

to Thomas Vose

References Vose's letters of 19 September and 4 October. Discusses issues surrounding the building of houses on his Maine lands. Tells Vose he will not build the small house, but wants to push the builders to finish the large one (the future...

GLC02437.05945

to Thomas Vose

Gives instructions for his house being built (Montpelier). References fruit trees being delivered and provides detailed instructions on where and how they should be planted. Says Colonel John Tyler might assist Vose with the planting. Mentions...

GLC02437.05950

to Henry Knox

Has a postal stamped [New?] Haven dated June 20th. Informs Knox he sent Julia [Knox?] a horse. Describes the horse as not being handsome but says it is a Narragansett Breed, which is the best of breeds. Recommends Knox has the horse saddled...

GLC02437.06124

to Thomas Vose

Thanks Vose for his time and energy in overseeing the construction of his house (Montpelier). Requests Vose to continue supervising the construction and to push for the completion by May, when Knox's family arrives. Also requests Vose to assist the...

GLC02437.06204

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he does not believe they will be able to recruit men from Connecticut. Requests to recruit from Vermont as an alternative. Letter is unsigned. The name Wadsworth was added at a later date in red pen. "Free" stamped on address leaf...

GLC02437.06258

to Thomas Vose

Instructs Vose to always notify General [Henry] Jackson beforehand if he intends to draw money. Notes both he and Jackson need to know the amount and purpose of the draw. Informs Vose he plans on visiting St. George, Maine in May and expects the...

GLC02437.06278

to Thomas Vose

Discusses furniture and stores and also gives Vose directions regarding the placement of rooms and goods for the house that he (Knox) is building. Pages are severely water damaged with very blurry writing.

GLC02437.06420

to Thomas Vose

Writes to make sure Vose is keeping up with the efforts to apprehend Samuel Ely and the other insurgents threatening to destroy land and property belonging to Knox in Maine. Reports that the Massachusetts government has taken steps to protect Knox's...

GLC02437.06643

to Henry Knox

Encloses a copy of a petition (not present) which was drafted and signed by several local people in the Thomaston area (content of the petition is not specified).

GLC02437.06748

to Henry Knox

Mentions he received Knox's note and the advertisements Knox sent to be distributed to the Legislature. Notes he will send the advertisement to New Haven, Connecticut to be distributed in October. Complains about his old age and bad health and says...

GLC02437.07607

to Henry Knox

Provides Knox with a progress report on Knox's farm. Mentions the weather has been moderate and unfavorable which is bad for business. Discusses moving part of the cattle and horses to another location. Also mentions the stoves and "kiln wood"...

GLC02437.07718

to Henry Knox

Introduces John Shoby to Knox. States Shoby was a soldier during the [Revolutionary] War and he would like 200 acres of land.

GLC02437.07739

to Henry Knox

Writes to Knox about a financial arrangement between the bearer, a Mr. Mathias [Storer], a Mr. William Lermond, and Vose. Brief receipt signed by Storer on verso.

GLC02437.07829

to Thomas Vose

Discusses building at Brigadier's Island in Maine and other business. Possibly incomplete.

GLC02437.08079

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he sent him and [Alexander?] Hamilton a salmon to share. Date taken from docket.

GLC02437.09818

to Henry Knox

Discusses ratifying the new Constitution. Feels unsure of his own position as many of his friends oppose his viewpoints. Expresses a fear that [i]f New York should after all not come in - the new constitution will be in danger..." Signature is cut...

GLC02437.10211

to Thomas Vose

Discusses building plans for a house on the Waldo patent. Wishes Vose to commence with the building project right away and sends regrets that he will not be able to be there. Mentions General Henry Jackson. The majority of the document is...

GLC02437.10271

to Thomas Vose

Discusses construction on a building. Writes about the opinions of the people in the area. Mentions particulars about the floors and doors of the house, a garden at a "distance from the house" and other such matters. Watermarked "J Watt & C Patent...

GLC02437.10281

to Thomas Vose

Starts by stating that he "means to have two Gardens" and describes where he wants them and their basic layout. Mentions that he would greatly like to have apples and pears. Writes that his family will not be able to travel this summer and that he...

GLC02437.10297

to Thomas Vose

Feels "anxious about the house" and discusses the building of chimneys. States that he is only making suggestions. Mentions meeting up with Vose at a later date. Ink on first two pages very blurry and difficult to read. Watermarked "J Watt & C...

GLC02437.10305

to Benjamin Tupper

Writes, "His Excellency the Commander in chief has informed me (the Quarter Master having represented to him the scarcity of tents) that your regiment must go into barracks on the point. You will therefore select the twenty best in repair, and put...

GLC02437.01552

to Henry Knox

Written from Camp Pitt, present day Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. Reports that he knows Knox must have been worried about Tupper's regiment for having marched in so severe a storm. Assures Knox that "we made ourselves very happy by encamping in a thick...

GLC02437.01637

to John Trumbull

Written by Major General Knox to celebrated American artist Colonel John Trumbull. References Trumbull's letter of 20 June, which was delivered by his brother. Is glad he approves of the Society of the Cincinnati, and says he will be proposed for...

GLC02437.02240

to John Steel Tyler [possibly incomplete]

Relates that if Major [William] North is appointed to a new position, the appointment of his successor as Inspector of the Army will rest with Congress. Would like be able to promote people to the job, but is "inclined to believe that the duties of...

GLC02437.03332

to Henry Knox

Discusses the outcome of a trial in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, referring to the trial of the insurgents who took part in Shays' Rebellion: "The Supreme Court have proceeded on business with a degree of dignity which does honour to humane nature...

GLC02437.03537

to Samuel Tucker

Discusses the circumstances of an unspecified female who may have been a maid or servant of the Knox family. Writes, "The relation whom you mentioned has been unfortunate but I am persuaded not guilty - [Her] conduct for three years has been more...

GLC02437.03574

to Major Turner

Discusses Turner's observations regarding a memorial written by Major Pierre Charles L'Enfant, apparently about settling a financial claim he has with the Society of the Cincinnati members. May be referring to L'Enfant's purchase of extra Society...

GLC02437.03608

to George Turner

Marked as a copy. Author not indicated, but possibly by Knox. Responds to Turner's query regarding the Marquis de Rouvray. Informs Turner that French officers applying for diplomas based on their Revolutionary War service must obtain authenticated...

GLC02437.03856

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to give him information related to a 1777 purchase of goods. Notes that the goods were sent to Knox's address and were not charged in Livingston & Turnbull's accounts against the United States.

GLC02437.03872

to George Ulmer and Moses Copeland

Writes that the bearer, Thomas Vose, will be residing on some of his lands in Maine and collecting payments for the lands according to an agreement he and Vose had established. Asks that they provide Vose with advice and help. Hopes that his...

GLC02437.04086

to George Ulmer

Received his recent letter. Declares that he is sorry that so much of the Waldo patent populace is still "under the influence of bad Counsellors. The land belongs to us and to our constituents - It cannot be taken from us while Society and Laws...

GLC02437.04242

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for his recommendation, even though he did not receive an appointment. Discusses petitions against Knox's Maine lands (likely part of the Waldo patent). Informs him that his (Knox's) "affairs here have not a very pleasing prospect, the...

GLC02437.04598

to William Tudor

Thanks Tudor for giving a speech at the 4 July meeting of the Society of the Cincinnati. Says the speech will be kept in the archives of the Cincinnati. Advises Tudor, "as to the little squibs the news papers, they are to you as pop guns."

GLC02437.04656

to Henry Knox

Reminds Knox of a meeting the two men had in Boston in which they discussed Tyler's "disagreeable circumstance of...being prosecuted by Mr. John Lee the collector of the United State's revenue for Penoscot district." Tyler asked Knox to speak to...

GLC02437.04748

to George Ulmer

References receiving "several favors" from Ulmer up to 5 August. Is anxious to know if the lines of the state survey "contain the whole quantity of thirty miles square exclusive of the islands of the deduction of 39088 acres." Goes on to say "As to...

GLC02437.05921

to John Steele Tyler

References Tyler's letter of 19 December. Thanks him for taking care of his business with zeal, "although I regret greatly that you did not entirely go through every occupied lot on Long Island." Is impatiently waiting for "such details of...

GLC02437.06012

to George Ulmer

Discusses complaints from the people on the [Waldo] patent lands. Informs Ulmer he now represents the entire patent, except for Orphan Island (present day Verona Island, Maine) and 6,000 acres on the Northwest part of Belfast, Maine. Notes he is...

GLC02437.06206

to [Henry Knox]

Certifies the new road between Belfast, Maine and [Davistown], Maine. States the road, which was cleared by Joseph Copeland and others, is according to the agreement except for a small number of places. Notes Copeland has promised to amend the errors...

GLC02437.06303

to William Tudor

Asks Tudor to support his memorial concerning issues involved with the Waldo Patent lands, as he will be defending it before the legislature. Letterpress copy.

GLC02437.06346

to Henry Knox

Gives Knox an update on the status of his patent lands and the process of settlement.

GLC02437.06483

to Henry Knox

Forwards letters to Knox (not included).

GLC02437.06528

to George Ulmer

Informs Ulmer that he is sending a Miss Sally home, expresses his thanks for her company and extends a standing invitation for her to visit anytime she is going to Boston. Goes on to discuss business matters.

GLC02437.06546

to Henry Knox

Discusses his recent arrival in Ducktrap, and the lack of difficulty he had during his arrival. Reports on how several local townspeople feel about Knox as an absentee landowner, and relates that some are suspicious of him and do not think he will...

GLC02437.06666

to Henry Knox

Writes to inform Knox that the possible insurrection by Samuel Ely has not come to pass and almost everyone in Ducktrap supports Knox and his interests. Touches briefly on land deeds. Mentions that Ely has fled and that a Lieutenant Knowlton is in...

GLC02437.06696

to Thomas Vose

Ulmer writes to Vose asking about delivery of goods for "the Gen'l" [General Henry Knox]. Discusses shipping them by a vessel helmed by a Captain Norton.

GLC02437.06770

to Henry Knox

Relates his concerns that supplies Knox has recently purchased and had shipped to Ducktrap are not being adequately cared for and may get lost.

GLC02437.06786

to Henry Knox

Provides news on Samuel Ely, who tried to stage a rebellion against Knox due to the way Knox owned and managed his lands in Maine. Describes locations where Ely has been seen, and explains attempts to apprehend him. Also discusses business matters...

GLC02437.06815

to George Ulmer

Writes that he received Ulmer's letter. Declares that the news of the loss of the spars is mortifying, since he just hired a vessel to take a shipment of them to Philadelphia. Does not know, now, whether there will be a sufficient load to ship. Is...

GLC02437.06817

to George Ulmer

Briefly discusses business matters, before turning to the recent reappearance of Samuel Ely, who had tried to organize a rebellion against Knox's policies as a landowner. Believes Ely should be apprehended and arrested.

GLC02437.06829

to George Ulmer

Writes regarding a business interaction between himself, Ulmer and a Mr. Knight [or Knights]. Knight has asked Knox, following Ulmer's advice, for a receipt from a certificate from July. Knox does not know what the price was, so asks Ulmer to...

GLC02437.06832

to George Ulmer

Written from Montpelier, Knox's estate in Thomaston, Maine. Provides some instructions for Ulmer and Mr. [likely John] Gleason regarding the building of a dockyard. Provides some practical concerns and his opinion on the situation with Samuel Ely...

GLC02437.06837

to George Ulmer

Discusses financial matter regarding prices.

GLC02437.06916

to Henry Knox

Reports of a conspiracy with Samuel Ely and Harris Ransom leading about 80 people.

GLC02437.06922

to George Ulmer

Discusses a possible conflict with a Harris Ransom and Mr. Ely and assures Ulmer that he will have the support of the government. Continues to write about issues with settlers. Noted in Knox's hand, as "Copied by Julia," who is most likely Knox's...

GLC02437.06930

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox of a meeting and that he will be coming to Boston.

GLC02437.07006

to Henry Knox

Relays to Knox complaints from settlers regarding trouble on account of the land.

GLC02437.07008

to Henry Knox

Discusses a problem with handing out a deed to some settlers.

GLC02437.07038

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox for assistance with other business ventures to help support his family as he is unable to do so with his present situation.

GLC02437.07048

to Henry Knox

Ulmer tells Knox he has the power to persuade the court to prevent a bridge being built across the Belfast river. Discusses developments of Knox's land.

GLC02437.07393

to Henry Knox

Ulmer received Knox's letter of August 9, 1800. Ulmer has written to an "Esqr Houston" for the affidavits Knox requested. Ulmer hopes justice will come to those assailants of Knox's surveyors.

GLC02437.07441

to George Ulmer

Knox thinks the owners of the lands dating back to the "signing in 1788" should have "warruntee deeds of the same." Knox says he wants to Ulmer to let the settlers know that if they are willing to pay for the land with interest, they will get the...

GLC02437.07446

to Henry Knox

Ulmer traveled with Robert Houston to see Paul Dudley Sargent and Oliver Parker, but did not get to see the Sheriff Thomas Phillips. Ulmer reports, "the Insurgents say they are two thousand strong --and keep spies out Continually to watch the...

GLC02437.07453

to Henry Knox

Ulmer tells Knox that one of the wounded surveyors is staying with him, and that man knows someone who knows who fired the shots.

GLC02437.07458

to Henry Knox

Ulmer says that Captain Swan thinks the settlers should take the land before they are surveyed, but Ulmer does not think it is a good idea. Ulmer also advises Knox not to sell land around Belfast River until he knows how suitable they are. Mentions...

GLC02437.07462

to Henry Knox

Ulmer says he gave Captain Robert Swan permits to settlers "to work upon the land in Township B," as Knox requested. Warns Knox that the insurgents are becoming more confident and something must be done to stop them. Ulmer believes that the new...

GLC02437.07464

to George Ulmer

Notes on a letter Knox sent to Ulmer. The note mentions that Knox gave Ulmer a "list of settlers who subscribed in 1788 for lots and paid." Knox wants Robert Houston to finish his surveying and notes that Benjamin Lincoln and Henry Jackson are his...

GLC02437.07476

to Henry Knox

Appears to discuss a proclamation that was issued. Mentions he informed Captain Knowles to raise a company to apprehend those who are in support of an undisclosed issue (possibly concerning settlers in Maine). Also mentions they were unable to...

GLC02437.07493

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he is either sending or has sent him a list of letters (not included) of people who have applied for land in Knox's patent (likely part of the Waldo patent lands). Notes he marked the quantity and price agreed on next to each man's name...

GLC02437.07501

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he believes some of the settlers in the [Newgorham] neighborhood (present day Gorham, Maine) are against the surveys being conducted. Also discusses the petitions on the Ducktrap land in Maine.

GLC02437.07505

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he has not been able to hire any men to assist in surveying the new townships (likely in Maine). Says everyone is intimidated by the back settlers who threaten to fire upon anyone who attempts to "run outlands." Recommends increasing...

GLC02437.07514

to Henry Knox

Expresses his disappointment in Knox's son's (likely Henry Jackson Knox) behavior. Apologizes for handing the money to Knox's son, noting it only encourages him. Discusses terms for Knox repaying the money.

GLC02437.07521

to Henry Knox

Discusses his continuing investigation of the men who shot at the surveyors on Knox's patent. Describes the conversations he had with various men and the settlers public opinion of Knox. Also recommends employing more surveyors and spreading them out...

GLC02437.07547

to Henry Knox

Discusses financial matters involving the townspeople and the prisoners (likely in Maine). Mentions the new prisoners who were brought in for firing at the surveyors on 16 July [1800?]. Notes he and [Robert?] Houston examined the prisoners last...

GLC02437.07553

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox they are transporting the party of men to Brigadiers Island, present day Sears Island, Maine. Mentions he has heard rumors that there are a 1000 armed men in the back settlement who aim to release the prisoners and oppose the surveying...

GLC02437.07561

to Henry Knox

Continues to discuss the ongoing conflict between the settlers and the surveyors on the north part of the Waldo patent. Appears to discuss spies he has mixed in with the settlers. Also provides names of the suspected people involved.

GLC02437.07566

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that a gentleman named Thomas has agreed to assist Knox in stopping the settlers in the back country (likely the north part of the Waldo patent) from committing further violence on Knox's surveyors.

GLC02437.07579

to Henry Knox

Noted as a copy. Discusses the progress of the surveying and updates Knox on his schedule. Mentions the committee's presence may help keep the peace with the settlers. Letter is a duplicate of GLC02437.07588.

GLC02437.07585

to Henry Knox

Updates Knox on what appears to be a gourp or party of men gathered by Ulmer likely to insure the safety of the surveyors against the settlers.

GLC02437.07595

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox they have completed the business (surveying) and they no longer need all the reinforcements. Reports the "Jacobins of the wilderness" burnt down Mr. Joseph Jones and Mr. Benjamin Bartlett's barns full of goods. States, "our enemies...

GLC02437.07605

to Henry Knox

Discusses the progress of the survey work being conducted in various towns across Maine. Believes it will be safe enough for the surveyors to complete their work this fall. Notes his health and business will keep him from participating in the...

GLC02437.07611

to Henry Knox

Interesting letter to Knox, still concerning the insurgents, who apparently call themselves Indians. States Mr. Joseph Jones saw 60 insurgents who were looking for Ulmer and his party; 16 of the men Jones could identify. Says the men are from the...

GLC02437.07614

to Henry Knox

Discusses a complicated land deal involving Nathaniel Knight and a Mr. Hartie. Requests Knox gives the lot to Knight for under $4 per acre. Also advises Knox on a different land deal concerning Joel Rich. Recommends Knox not grant Rich his wishes...

GLC02437.07649

to Henry Knox

Recommends Samuel Moores to Knox's attention. Describes the assistance Moores has lent Ulmer while conducting Knox's surveys.

GLC02437.07657

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that Adam Rogers and Lydia Pendleton are each intitled to fifty acres of land.

GLC02437.07658

to unkown

Discusses a Mr. Demooth and his 200 acres of land. Describes the complicated way in which Mr. Demooth came in possession of the land.

GLC02437.07661

to Henry Knox

Appears to discuss either land or business dealings. Mentions the bearer of this letter will be presenting Knox with two certificates. Also discusses a situation where a permit was stolen from Samuel Peterson and sold to another gentleman who...

GLC02437.07668

to Henry Knox

A lengthy letter of resignation from Ulmer to Knox. Ulmer mentions he was mortified to see Knox returned the letters and certificates Ulmer sent him. States, "it is an evidence that your confidence in me is in a Great measure withdrawn I of course...

GLC02437.07670

to Henry Knox

Requests Knox handles a particular settler's debt kindly. Notes the gentleman is ready to pay off his notes and is afraid Knox will treat him unkindly for paying so late. Says the gentleman requested Ulmer speak to Knox on his behalf. Ulmer says the...

GLC02437.07693

to Mary Turner

Discusses a land deed involving Mary Turner and Hezekeah Trench. Mentions Trench is ready to comply with the terms of the deed and that [George?] Ulmer confirmed this information. Questions how Turner believes she can legally withhold the deed from...

GLC02437.07730

to Henry Knox

Acknowledges the receipt of two copies; one for the incorporation of the plantations in Maine, the other to enable himself and others to build a bridge over Ducktrap, Maine. Says he will gather the inhabitants together to choose town officers and...

GLC02437.07743

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 Henry Knox

Writes to tell Knox that a number of "Scotch families from the Highlands" have arrived in Boston, with the intention of settling, but have no place to settle themselves. Several local residents have taken an interest in helping them, and Tuckerman...

GLC02437.07818

to Edward Tuckerman

Writes, in response to Tuckerman's letter (see GLC02437.07818), that he has excellent land for sale and that he would be happy to settle it with the industrious Scotch men Tuckerman recommended. Provides the terms of purchase, including an offer of...

GLC02437.07823

to Henry Knox

Writes to urge Knox to renew a note showing money he owes to Tudor. Warns that if he refuses, Tudor may have to take "unpleasant measures."

GLC02437.07909

to Henry Knox

Explains why he parted with a note of Knox's. May have given it to his son [Frederic] to help finance his son's business ventures (see GLC02437.07909). Discusses his own financial hardships, and apologizes for having to extricate himself from their...

GLC02437.07910

to William Tudor

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Writes that Tudor's son (likely Frederic) has been urging Knox to repay the note he owes the Tudors. Explains the difficult financial circumstances under which he is suffering, leading...

GLC02437.07911