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Engraving of William Wilberforce
1840
Scriven, E., fl. 1840
One portrait engraving of William Wilberforce dated 1840. Willberforce is seated and holding a watch. In the background is a bookcase and a curtain.
GLC09791.09
The Freeman's Journal [No. 8 (June 13, 1781)]
13 June 1781
Bailey, Francis, 1744-1817
One issue of The Freeman's Journal dated June 13, 1781. Features an article concerning the passage of a bill connected to the gradual abolition of slavery that would re enslave people that were already freed in Westmorland County. There are also...
GLC09791.15
to Henry Knox
October 11, 1783
Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794
Discusses the issue of ordnance allowance at West Point, which General George Washington supports, but does not think advisable to proceed without talking it over with the Secretary of War, General Benjamin Lincoln. Mentions the decision to have...
GLC02437.02639
to Sarah Wood
October 31, 1864
Wood, Matthew, fl. 1862-1865
Written from Chattanooga, Tennessee to his wife. Is unsure where he will be sent next. Talks of an acquaintance who went home on furlough for being very ill. Compares weather at home to Tennessee. Compares the winter--without snow--to seasons at home...
GLC02176.23
October 1, 1791
Walker, Benjamin, 1753-1818
References receiving the deed. Reports that Madame de la Val was detained in New York for several days longer than expected because of "contrary winds," and her baggage did not arrive from Philadelphia. She left on 24 September accompanied by Mr. de...
GLC02437.05179
October 21, 1791
Smith, William Stephens, 1755-1816
Found Knox's letter of 3 October waiting for him upon his return from Boston. Gave William Duer a message for Knox. Since that message was written things have changed with the arrival of a minister from Great Britain [George Hammond]. Tells Knox,...
GLC02437.05204
Randall, Thomas, ?-1811
References Knox's letter of 18 October. Thanks Knox for delivering his letter to Captain Anthony. Will not be able to be present at Holker's case as engagements will detain him until 6 November, "when it will be too late to attend the trial."...
GLC02437.05205
October 31, 1791
References a previous letter from Knox. Says Knox can pay his brother's bill on either 16 November or 15 December. Calculated a repayment date of 16 November as he must remit Mr. McConnell money on that date. Reports that Colonel [William Stephens...
GLC02437.05215
[Deed]
October 1, 1792
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
Deed of land given to Henry Knox from Henry Jackson concerning the Waldo patent that belonged to Thomas Flucker. Noted as a copy.
GLC02437.05633
Troup, Robert, 1757-1832
Informs Knox about William Duer's status regarding issues concerning their land agreement. Notes he has [Duer] been arrested by the Marshall. Mentions Duer bringing the issue before officials. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.
GLC02437.05634
October 11, 1792
Notifies Knox he has reserved the best housing he could find for Knox's family during their visit to New York. Says he has sent Mr. Freeman to get money from Knox's account. Mentions that he is expecting Samuel Shaw to arrive later this month....
GLC02437.05650
October 21, 1792
Beaumez, Sarah Lyons Flucker, fl. 1784-1801
Thanks Knox for letting her know that his wife and children arrived in New York safely. Looks forward to hearing "of your arrival at Philadelphia - again in the full enjoyment of Domestick [sic] Bliss." Discusses the weather and her recent travel...
GLC02437.05660
Expresses his happiness on hearing that Knox's family arrived safely in New York. Complains about Knox not meeting him in Springfield, Massachusetts as he had planned: "I was much disappointed in not seeing you at Springfield or at least receiving a...
GLC02437.05661
[Memorandum]
October 21, 1795
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Memorandum concerning a soldier.
GLC02437.06545
October 1, 1796
Hunnewell, Richard, fl. 1796
Relates that in conversation with Major [George] Ulmer, he has learned that Mr. [Samuel] Ely has gone to Boston to plead his innocence to the General Court. Adds that he will give Ulmer the warrant against Ely so Ely may be immediately apprehended...
GLC02437.06833
October 31, 1796
Wood, Abiel, fl. 1743-1811
Answers Knox's question from his previous letter (see GLC02437.06845) regarding vessels sailing to and from Wiscasset. Provides information about the size of the boats sailing from that location, where they are traveling, and how much cargo they can...
GLC02437.06855
October 1, 1797
Cobb, David, 1748-1830
Responds to Knox's letter of 16 September 1797 with an apology for his "abrupt deportation from Montpelier." States that he has met with disappointments while participating in running the nation, commenting that "the inattention of our friends to...
GLC02437.07035
October 1, 1799
Davis, Daniel, 1762-1835
Davis notes to Knox that he (Davis) has the task of selling the lands from the estate of "the late Mr. Flucker." Davis relates to Knox how the process is coming along and notes the difficulties involved, especially with selling the Duckpond Lands.
GLC02437.07312
Agreement
October 31, 1800
Wilson, Life, fl. 1799-1800
Agreement between Knox and Life Wilson. Wilson will take care of the saw mills, grist mills, locks, and canals in Warren County. Wilson is also in charge the employees of the these mills. They agree to split the shares of the grist mill. Knox...
GLC02437.07480
to Henry Jackson
October 31, 1789
Writes regarding his wife's estate, sending related papers for Jackson to examine and to show to others.
GLC02437.09229
Long statement listing the properties belonging to the late Thomas Flucker, Knox's father in law. Notes lands belonging to Flucker, lands sold off, debts, and other transactions affecting the value of his estate. Pages are bound together with...
GLC02437.09230
[Request]
October 1, 1783
Bell, William, fl. 1783-1796
Requests 20 pounds of bread and 20 pounds of beef for General Henry Knox's family. Contains a note on page two written by Jacob Johnson who confirms receipt of rations.
GLC02437.09759
[Mortgage cancellation]
October 11, 1793 - October 22, 1794
Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806
Authorization for the cancellation of a mortgage of land from the estate of the late Thomas Flucker. Witnessed by Isaac and Samuel Winslow. Noted as "Signed, Sealed and delivered in the presence of" Henry Jackson who has also signed. Authorized by...
GLC02437.10726
to Nancy E. Jones
October 21, 1863
Jones, Joseph, fl. 1862-1865
He expects the railroad to be opened all the way soon. They moved from Johnston's division to Sheridan's and from the 20th army corps to the 4th. He will send Rosecrans' congratulatory General Orders No. 227 in his next letter.
GLC02739.079
His regiment is still under Colonel Buckner. They began with 965 men of which 584 remain, 130 of which are still in the regiment. He expects the regiments to be consolidated as they are too small to hold their position alone. His regiment is...
GLC02739.080
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