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[Major James Campbell]

Vignette bust portrait with small beard and mustache, wearing a kepi hat with cross canon. Name inscribed on recto under photograph. Pencil identifying inscription on verso.

GLC05528.04

[Captain Elisha H. Tobey]

Vignette bust portrait with beard and mustache. Name inscribed on recto.

GLC05528.06

[unknown captain in 10th New York Heavy Artillery Regiment]

Vignette bust portrait with beard and mustache.

GLC05528.07

[Account of new recruits made by Captain William Dana]

List thirty five enlisted men. Dana was a captain in Knox's artillery regiment.

GLC02437.00327

to William Knox

Notes that he received William's account of stock resulting from the plunder of British troops. Discusses notes that must be paid that pertain to personal business. Asks William to send him money to buy a carriage, so that Lucy Knox can leave New...

GLC02437.00328

[Receipt for military uniform pieces by Henry Knox's regiment of artillery]

Indicates that 100 regimental coats, thread, and "Makings for Collonel Masons; Man" received from David Schuyler.

GLC02437.00329

[Certification of payment of troops in Knox's artillery regiment]

Certifies that the men in Captain Edward Burbeck's (formerly Captain John Popkin's) company have been paid through January, 1776. Also notes that some members of Burbeck's previous company have only been paid through January as well.

GLC02437.00330

[Receipts for supplies for officers in Henry Knox's artillery regiment]

Also signed by Gershom Foster, William Treadwell, Thomas Dean, Fred Botticher, and Joseph Thomas. Notes supplies received by officers from Jonathan Pollard, the quartermaster of Knox's artillery regiment.

GLC02437.00332

to Henry Knox

Writes the evening before sailing to York and responds to Knox's letter sent 3 June 1776. Inquires about the fortifications Knox was constructing to defend New York and again requests materials to learn about artillery works. Asks if Knox can send...

GLC02437.00333

[Receipts for supplies for officers in Henry Knox's artillery regiment]

Also signed by William Perkins, John Johnston, and Jotham Drury. Notes money received for rations by officers from Jonathan Pollard, the quartermaster of Knox's artillery regiment.

GLC02437.00334

[Receipt for uniform related expenses issued from Henry Knox to Captain Wylley]

Wylley confirms in a note on the bottom that the listed charges were paid in full.

GLC02437.00335

to William Knox

Reiterates the request for money he made in his last letter (see GLC02437.00328). Mentions that Lucy is well, but their newborn is ill from teething. Discusses recent misfortunes from the invasion of Canada. Mentions the 8th Regiment quartered in...

GLC02437.00336

[Clothing appraisal for Henry Knox's artillery regiment made by three tailors]

Signed by Schuyler and James Glean as witnesses to certify the valuation in May 1776. A note on the bottom by Thomas Moore indicates that Henry Knox gave his quartermaster, Jonathan Pollard, the amount listed and that Pollard paid Moore on 12 June...

GLC02437.00337

[Promissory note for fifty-six pounds and promise to pay it to Thomas Moore]

The money was for the amount listed in clothing appraisal and was paid to Moore that day (see GLC02437.00337). Pollard was Knox's quartermaster. Signed by Jonathan Pollard, quartermaster.

GLC02437.00338

[Receipts for supplies for officers in Henry Knox's artillery regiment]

Also signed by Isaiah Audebert, John Buchanan, John Chandler, John Hiwill, and Samuel Treat. Notes supplies received by officers from Jonathan Pollard, the quartermaster of Knox's artillery regiment.

GLC02437.00339

[Receipt for eighty pounds to purchase clothing for Knox's artillery regiment]

Signed by Jonathan Pollard, Knox's quartermaster.

GLC02437.00340

to William Knox

Comments on Benjamin Harrod's unchristian demand to be paid for taking care of Knox's bookstore merchandise while Knox was out of Boston. Explains the arrangements he made with Harrod and how they were being violated. Mentions that his books will...

GLC02437.00341

[Receipt for money provided by Henry Knox to pay and clothe members of his artillery regiment]

Money received by Furnivall, who was a lieutenant in Knox's artillery regiment. He also received money for Lieutenant Joseph Savage's company. A list of men paid and their position appears on the verso.

GLC02437.00342

to Henry Knox

Responds very late to Knox's two previous letters because he is busy. Briefly outlines his daily routine. Gives an account of the recent plans, activities, and capture of the privateer Hero, captained by James Tracy, while pursuing a prize of...

GLC02437.00343

to William Knox

Discusses business activities. Comments that most officers send money home to their families. Mentions that Mr. Jackson will read William his letter, possibly Henry Jackson who wrote to Knox with military news on 17 June 1776 (see GLC02437.00343)....

GLC02437.00345

[Record of military clothing supplies]

Lists supplies and their cost from May and June received by Royse from Henry Knox.

GLC02437.00346

[Captain Thomas Waite Foster's account for January, including December and April]

Invoice concerns pay, blanket money, and mentions recruitment. Foster was a captain in Knox's artillery regiment.

GLC02437.00347

[Captain William Dana's account for January, including December and April]

Invoice concerns pay, blanket money, and mentions recruitment. Dana was a captain in Knox's artillery regiment.

GLC02437.00348

[Captain Jotham Drury's account for January, including December and April]

Invoice concerns pay, blanket money, and mentions recruitment. Drury was a captain in Knox's artillery regiment.

GLC02437.00349

[Captain Edward Crafts' account for January, including December and April]

Invoice concerns pay, blanket money, and mentions recruitment. Crafts' was a captain in Knox's artillery regiment.

GLC02437.00350

[Captain Eliphalet Newell's account for January, including December and April]

Invoice concerns pay, blanket money, and mentions recruitment. Newell was a captain in Knox's artillery regiment.

GLC02437.00351

to William Knox

Reiterates his message from a 24 June 1776 letter (see GLC02437.00345) that Mr. Jackson will show William his letter, possibly referring to Henry Jackson who wrote to Knox with military news on 17 June 1776 (see GLC02437.00343). Also relays a report...

GLC02437.00352

His Majesty's 35th regiment of foot commanded by Major General Henry Campbell

Muster roll for Captain Archibald McAlester's company of light infantry, 35th Regiment of Foot (British) between 25 December 1775 and 24 June 1776. Verso contains certification that the men mentioned on this roll were effectives, fit for duty or...

GLC02437.10463

[Captain E. M. Camp]

Seated half view portrait with beard and mustache. Name inscribed on recto under photograph. Identifying inscription on verso. Taken by Brady's National Photographic Portrait Galleries.

GLC05528.05

[Lieutenant Williard J. Allen]

Standing three-quarter Napoleonic pose with small beard. Wearing sash and sword. Name inscribed on recto under photograph.

GLC05528.08

[Captain Thomas Pierce's account for January, including December and April]

Invoice concerns pay, blanket money, and mentions recruitment. Pierce was a captain in Knox's artillery regiment.

GLC02437.00353

A List of Cannon necessary to be transported from this Camp to New York

Lists cannons and mortars.

GLC02437.00354

to George Washington

On behalf of the General Assembly of Rhode Island, Governor Cooke requests artillery pieces for the defense of the colony, as well as the return of artillery lent to the Continental Army in Cambridge for the seige of Boston. The British evacuated...

GLC02437.00260

to James Warren

Relays information from George Washington that the Massachusetts Provincial Congress had promised Washington 300 teams (of pack animals) to carry artillery and stores to New York, but only 40 have been delivered. Asks Warren to use his influence...

GLC02437.00268

to Henry Knox

Transmits a letter originally to George Washington from a committee of the Continental Congress (not included) and asks Knox to go to New London, Connecticut to comply with its orders to work on its fortification and harbor. Requests a report after...

GLC02437.00274

to Lucy Knox

Writes that he curses "the man who first brought on this war only because it separates me from my Love." Mentions that he has received instructions from George Washington to inspect and fortify the local harbor in order to make it safe for...

GLC02437.00276

to: Sam Chapman

Mosby's lack of political influence; perhaps Senator John Daniel can assist Chapman in obtaining an appointment in the Philippines or as Supervisor of Forests.

GLC03921.05

to: Sam Chapman

chides Chapman for not remaining in Washington to meet with Daniel personally: "[H]e endorsed your application and forwarded it, and got the reply of 'no vacancy.' But that is the stereo typed answer to all applications by mail….you must go in...

GLC03921.06

to: Sam Chapman

upcoming elections, specifically mentioning Revercomb, Slemp, Hoge, Parker, and Roosevelt.

GLC03921.07

to Theodore Roosevelt

letter of introduction for Samuel Chapman.

GLC03921.08

to: Sam Chapman

attempts to secure a position for Chapman in the Department of the Interior or under Agnew; enclosing a letter from Gen. Rucker.

GLC03921.09

to: Sam Chapman

defending his actions with regard to finding Chapman a position; suggests that storekeeper may be the best position Agnew can offer.

GLC03921.10

to William Taft

enclosing a letter from Col. Petit, with whom Chapman served in the Spanish American War.

GLC03921.11

to: Sam Chapman

anxious to see Willie; no news about the Aborigines.

GLC03921.13

to: Sam Chapman

McCabe's letter abusing Grant.

GLC03921.14

to: Joseph Bryan.

recent trip to Boston including a visit to Plymouth Rock; southern sentiments about forgiving the Yankees.

GLC03921.15

to William A. Chapman

Willie's post-earthquake arrival in San Francisco; banquet given by the Middlesex Club in honor of Grant's birthday.

GLC03921.16

to Sam Chapman

issue of The Old Dominion Sun; letter from Willie from the "late city of San Francisco;" impending death of Col. Smith and his obituary.

GLC03921.17

to: Sam Chapman

requesting news of San Francisco from Willie's friend; impending death of Col. Smith and his obituary.

GLC03921.18

to Sam Chapman

publication of letter describing his Boston trip; hopes it will "contribute toward eradicating old prejudices."

GLC03921.19