10 April 1804

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Gleason

Reports a delay in the arrival of men he is sending to Thomaston, under the care of Mr. [possibly David] Russell; he would like Gleason to employ them at the lime works. Discusses his desire to push the lime business to the forefront of his enterprises. Encloses a lengthy list of items he would like Gleason to order for the estate.

GLC02437.07853

22 June 1791

Hart, Christopher, fl. 1791

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Agreement to deliver 12 tons of hay to Henry Knox's stable]

Agreement signed by Hart with his mark. The document is in the hand of the witness, Reiner John Van den Brock, who also signed it. States that Hart is to supply Knox's stable with 12 tons of hay from the date of this document to 1 April 1792. Hay to be weighed at Knox's stable. Knox is to pay 3 pounds, 17 shillings, and sixpence in Pennsylvania currency, including the cartage.

GLC02437.05019

23 March 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nicholas Hoffman

Requests Mr. Nicholas Hoffman purchase various types of fruit trees and provides detailed instructions on how to carefully transport them by boat. The letter has a drawing of a hand with a pointing index finger.

GLC02437.06068

28 November 1796

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Samuel Hodgdon

Reports that he has received Hodgdon's shipment, and unfortunately the corn in it was inedible and "infected with the weavil [sic]." Believes he will not suffer too badly from the loss, however. Mentions that he and Henry Jackson are faced with financial difficulties with the bank, and discusses the bank in some detail.

GLC02437.06872

circa 1861-1865

Photograph

Title: Unidentified farm buildings with large tree in center of photo

Graphite inscription on verso "1.00--"

GLC05111.02.1307

27 August 1860

Tyler, John, 1790-1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Tyler

Tyler, former President of the United States, elaborates on the 1860 Presidential election to his son Robert. States that he discussed the election with Colonel William T. Withers of Mississippi. Expresses approval at the fusion of Stephen Douglas' and John Bells' supporters in New York, and declares "that in my view the defeat of Lincoln was the great matter at issue, and that all others were subordinate." Encloses a letter (not included) from General Foote, a Douglas supporter. Expresses his support of Presidential candidate John Cabell Breckinridge and Breckinridge's running mate Joseph…

GLC07112

14 December 1872

Chase, Thomas N., fl. 1872

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Charles Sumner with Sumner's autograph endorsement signed

Chase, a professor at Atlanta University, updates Sumner on the condition of African Americans in Georgia. States that "[t]he opposition to the elevation of the colored people is becoming more & more intense. 'I don't want a nigger to know more than I do' is the general sentiment." Reports that in Georgia, African Americans are excluded from the benefit of agricultural scrip. States that Joseph Emerson Brown, Chairman of the Atlanta Board of Education, does not support African American schools as much as he supports white schools. He indicates that black students only get female…

GLC07202.02

19 August 1803

Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dr. James Mease [incomplete]

States that he has received his letter and will answer the two inquiries he posed on the subject of the mould board for a plow at Monticello. Describes in detail design modifications that can be made to the mould board to improve the plow's results. Comments that though the plow will be improved, the results will not be as aesthetically pleasing as the original. Lower right corner of page is missing. There is some text loss, including half of Jefferson's signature.

GLC07145

22 August 1790

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jackson acknowledges Secretary of War Knox's letter of 15 August 1790. Mentions that he and "the Colonel" are making their way to Portland. Describes the journey, his sea sickness, and the help they received during the trip. Says a Mr. Gregory "has a high idea of the value of the Patent, and considers it a source of immence wealth." Mentions paying a visit to Captain [Thomas] Vose whose farm had "some of the best butter and Cheese" they have eaten this year. Reports that Vose will be disappointed if Knox does not pay him a visit. Suggests Knox come on 15 September 1790 when the…

GLC02437.04699

15 April 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Forgot to mention in his letter of yesterday that he made an inquiry into apple and pear trees as well as currant bushes. Says they are hard to find here. Has been told it is too late in the season. If they were transported to Maine, not one in a thousand would survive. Besides that, there is no nursery that can supply more than a quarter of the number he requested. Says that Oliver Smith suggests he write to William Prince, gardener in Flushing, Long Island "who can supply you with a greater variety and of the best kind, than any other person on the Continent, he makes a business of it…

GLC02437.05873

23 June 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 18 June. Tells him not to worry about the taxes. Will make sure no land is sold by the sheriff to pay them. Wants to send a petition to the legislature, but needs to wait for Mr. [Nathan] Dane to arrive so he can gain his support. Did not want to risk sending it without Dane being present. Sends a break down of the taxes, which amount to £653.16.2. Mentions the dry weather and crop prices. Reports that Judge Wilson, who is 55, is deeply in love with Miss Gray, who is 18 or 19. Wilson spoke to her about it and she is considering his words while he is out on…

GLC02437.05901

6 September 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he sent him and the doctor some melons. Discusses the progress Knox is making with the people on the patent lands (possibly the Waldo patent lands). Mentions he can forward Knox an addition to his stores (funds) if he stays another month. Speaks of the doctor and comments he is a lady's man.

GLC02437.06196

7 July 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he is talking with a surveyor about getting a survey for land. Writes about a six year old mare he sent to a friend and mentions a treaty, most likely the Jay Treaty (signed in Nov. 1794). Also mentions British and Bermudian privateers who have been attacking American ships.

GLC02437.06459

27 July 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks about a mare he had sent Knox and describes her. Discusses other financial business.

GLC02437.06476

22 September 1796

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Relates that he paid several bills Knox owed, including one to Mr. [Ebenezer] Dunton. Provides a summary of financial transactions he has performed on Knox's behalf. Also mentions that Dr. [William] Eustis has purchased for Knox a breeding mare.

GLC02437.06821

circa 1585-1763

Vinebald, C., fl. 1585-1685

Document signed

Title: Authorization to use or vend a plough

The document contains 4 signed slips stating that the bearer of it is authorized to use or vend a plough.

GLC03107.04959

28 November 1790

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Advised Knox and family to get out of Philadelphia in the summer or be exposed to "the unhealthy climate of that City in the hot Season..." Describes a severe snowstorm that has hit Boston. Mentions that Governor John Hancock is not well and "is not long for this world." Says the Governor's face and legs are frequently swollen. Notes Mr. [Sylvanus] Bourne has delivered all of his papers to Colonel [Benjamin] Hichborn. Says he is interested in hearing how Knox's horse "Boston" is working out for him.

GLC02437.04782

circa 12 July 1863

Howard, Richard L., fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Grover and Bird

Howard, Chaplain of the 124th Illinois Infantry, writes an enormous and colorful letter on a Confederate muster sheet he refers to as "a secesh sheet." One on side, writes to Brother Grover. Mentions Clara. Writing after the fall of Vicksburg, Mississippi, states "It is our harvest time...The great sheaf-gathering time of the Army under Grant." Recently received official news of the Union defeat of Port Hudson, Louisiana. Recalls his joy on the fourth (4 July 1863, when Vicksburg fell). Describes in detail the aftermath of the siege of Vicksburg, commenting on the holes where Confederates…

GLC06382.02

January 22, 1849

Brown, John, 1800-1859

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Willis A. Hodges

Discusses arrangements at North Elba, and upcoming plans for this African American farming settlement. Says money is being raised to help the "infant colony," urges residents not to lay out plots yet, but instead cut wood. Also discusses the conduct of the residents, saying "Do not let any one forget the vast importance of sustaining the very best character for honesty, truth, industry, and faithfulness. I hope every one will be determined to not merely conduct as well as the whites; but to set them an example in all things." Brown planned on moving up to North Elba in the spring, and…

GLC06615

1 September 1810

Livingston, Robert L., 1746-1813

Letter signed

Title: to James Mease

Comments on reading Mease's two volume, "Archive of useful knowledge" promoting manufactures, agriculture, and economy. States that they are, "the foundations upon which a lone we can safly build our independence, as well as public and private happiness." Corrects some errors Mease made in relation to Livingston's flock of sheep and rams. Discusses the flock and the fleece it produces at length. Written from Clermont, the Livingston estate in the Hudson Valley of New York State.

GLC06514

12 March 1789

Rutledge, Edward, 1749-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

Written by Rutledge, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, as a member of the South Carolina legislature to an unknown recipient. References previous and more detailed letters he wrote to the recipient within the last two days. Says in case the letters have not arrived that Mr. Parker, the husband of a sister of Mrs. Rutledge, has offered him "a Proposition to give £85 a Head, for one half of the Gang - that is 24 or 25 - payable in good Bonds." Says the first installment is due in June. Says he thinks the price is a bargain if "the Negroes will come with him," hinting that they would…

GLC06687

January 10,1789

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mason Wheaton

Writes that the bearer, Captain Thomas Vose, has arranged with Knox to occupy and apparently rent farmland belonging to Knox. Asks Wheaton to deliver him to the territory at a time he and Vose can agree upon.

GLC02437.04082

2 June 1791

Duer, William, 1747-1799

Autograph document signed

Title: [Land purchase instructions for Henry Jackson and other agents]

Document is apparently written in Duer's hand and signed by both Knox and Duer. Docket is in Knox's hand. Document provides instructions to their agents for the purchase of a tract of land in Maine. Docket suggests General Henry Jackson was one of the agents. Knox and Duer tell their agents to alter the contract if circumstances warrant, but to avoid any major changes, especially in terms of price. They permit them to incur whatever expenses are necessary to quickly complete the transaction, and add that they will be reimbursed. They give advice on how to handle the committee of the…

GLC02437.04970

26 December 1798

Eustis, William, 1753-1825

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Dr. Eustis discusses with Knox the proper diagnosis and treatment plans for Knox's cows and the potential profitability of such an enterprise. There is a possibility that Knox could breed horses, "if hay and pasturage are plenty," but for now the cows are the priority.

GLC02437.07213

January 16, 1796

Dunton, Ebenezer, fl. 1794-1796

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox about the possibility of constructing a temporary greenhouse and includes a diagram. Continues with other plans for buildings and household matters.

GLC02437.06598