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to Prospect Selectmen

Announces he would like to see a road built on Brigadiers Island, present day Sears Island, Maine. Date taken from the docket.

GLC02437.07740

to Henry Knox

Writes to recommend Mr. Nathaniel Coffin for a position of Justice of the Peace in the county of Bath. Relates his qualifications. Adds that Knox's friend General [David] Cobb, as well as Judge Thatcher, are well acquainted with him as well.

GLC02437.08003

to Henry Knox

Noted as written in "Rutland," possibly in Ohio or Massachusetts. Discusses a survey of the Muscongus patent completed by Captain Stone and Mr. [possibly Enoch] Titcomb.

GLC02437.09170

to Henry Knox

Marked as a duplicate. Colonel Popkin defends himself against charges of fraud posed by men in Colonel Crane's regiment. Their accusations pertain to repayment of the soldiers and depreciation of currency. Popkin regrets that he cannot follow Knox...

GLC02437.10082

to Henry Knox

Popkin defends himself against complaints waged against him by men from Colonel Crane's regiment. Knox had ordered Popkin to go to camp to address the complaints. Popkin writes, "The substance of the complaint is not true: Notes for Pay I never...

GLC02437.10112

to Henry Knox

Popkin informs Knox, Commander of West Point, "...it was, and is, my full intention to comply strictly with orders, and... no other circumstance whatever but the want of Money, has prevented me being at the Quarters..." For related documents, see...

GLC02437.10117

to Henry Knox

Lieutenant Price discusses the state of ordnance and provisions at his post. Notes, "We have been badly supplyed [sic] here with Provisions- have been out three Days at a time- and all the salt meat we have drawn has been to bad that it was merely...

GLC02437.10494

to Henry Knox

Writes, "I have the pleasure to acknowledge the receit of your favor of the 21st of August, but leaving Baltimore soon after prevented me from writing you, and being informed you were expected in this city. I delayed giving you a full account of my...

GLC02437.03202

to David Ramsay

Discusses Ramsay's idea of publishing the names of all the officers in the Continental Army in the appendix of Ramsay's history. Although originally pleased with Ramsay's idea, Knox is now against the idea. "Upon examining the list I found it...

GLC02437.04778

to Joseph Peirce

Apologizes for not writing sooner but explains that he was held on "public business" in Elizabeth Town, New Jersey. Mentions a petition he gave to General Benjamin Lincoln. Focuses on matters of personal finance, such as his possible purchase of an...

GLC02437.01406

to Joshua Loring and Joseph Peirce

Consists of Knox's working drafts of two retained letters, one to Joshua Loring and one to Joseph Peirce. In the letter to Loring, Knox asks that he forward him any money that he owes him as well as the proceeds for any sales of items belong to his...

GLC02437.01447

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses consolidating business securities, which do not appear to be doing well. Rejoices in the "glorious" conclusion of the war.

GLC02437.02061

to Joseph Peirce

Written by Major General Knox to Peirce, an associate in Boston who was handling some of his business affairs. References Peirce's letter of 16 June. Says he wants to purchase a farm where he can "live a decent oeconomy." Says if one cannot be found...

GLC02437.02237

[Weekly return for the corps of Sappers and Miners]

Lists men by status, rank and file. Written at Constitution Island.

GLC02437.02612

to Lucy Knox

Updates Lucy on the progress of her son, Henry. Writes, "Master Henry's advances in the Latin are such as I hope will please you sufficiently... His mind appears strong, and his judgment solid- his ideas are lively and his memory sufficiently...

GLC02437.03893

to Henry Knox

Writes a letter of introduction for the bearer, Mr. [Henry] Wynkoop, one of the Pennsylvania representatives to the new Congress, who will be spending time in New York. Recommends him as an acquaintance who will "meet your esteem & civility." He...

GLC02437.04133

to Henry Knox

Discusses an order for iron from Mr. Parkman for [Samuel] Shaw's ship and comments that he needs to acquire more iron "of the first quality." Asks if Knox can find out for him where he might get some. Also asks some questions about Congress....

GLC02437.04154

to Henry Knox

Encloses an excerpt of a letter written to him by Mr. [Samuel] Parkman, respecting iron wanted for Mr. [Samuel] Shaw and Mr. [Thomas] Randall. The letter also discusses the dimensions and quantity of iron desired. Ogden writes, "My wish, nay my...

GLC02437.04165

to Henry Knox

Writes, "I have the happiness to tell you that Mrs. Ogden is safely in Bed with a sweet little Girl." Adds that Mrs. Ogden would like Mrs. Knox to select a name for the child. Also mentions that he will receive information tomorrow about their...

GLC02437.04172

to Henry Knox

Writes, "We very much lament the occasion which hurryed you by us with out giving us a call, we hope to hear of the recovery of your Child without injury having happened to so precious a member as its Eye." He and his wife look forward to an...

GLC02437.04221

to Henry Knox

Has only just received his letter, so sent a Jacob Tuthill to Booneton [Boonton, NJ] as quickly as possible to make sure Knox got the necessary paperwork on time (likely referring to paperwork Knox asked for regarding Ogden's business with James...

GLC02437.04279

to Henry Knox

Notes that he should have replied sooner to Knox's last letter, but wanted to consult [Gouverneur] Morris (Ogden's brother-in-law) first. Laments the poor state of their funds. Notes that Mrs. Ogden is ill. Written at Delaware Works, located in what...

GLC02437.04405

to Joseph Peirce

Writes a detailed letter to Peirce dealing with Thomas Flucker's estate, the Waldo Patent, land deals, and other financial matters. Encloses a letter (not included) to Captain [Thomas] Vose and Mr. [David] Fales regarding advertisements for the sale...

GLC02437.04886

to Joseph Peirce

Hopes that Peirce sent Captain Vose "duplicates and copies." If there are any problems regarding the sale of his land, Knox expects Peirce to take care of it.

GLC02437.04940

to Joseph Peirce

Written by Secretary of War Knox to his agent in Boston, Joseph Peirce. Encloses documents related to the Waldo patent, including Samuel Waldo's original deed (not present). Is sending them via his friend General [Henry] Jackson. Refers to various...

GLC02437.04965

to Joseph Peirce

References Peirce's letters of 14 and 16 June. Consider the importance of the deeds he asks them to be "drawn up in a masterly manner." Tells him to employ who is necessary to get this done. Expects to learn about the sale of the estate on...

GLC02437.05021

to Joseph Peirce

Written by Secretary of War Knox to Peirce, his agent in Boston. References Peirce's letter of 23 June that enclosed the draft of the deeds. Reports that he had the one from Peirce copied and executed, and the one for Oliver Smith drawn upon...

GLC02437.05047

to Joseph Peirce

References a letter from Peirce but does not provide a date. Encloses a summary of his accounts as Peirce requested. Gives what information he can, but says his papers are divided between the town and the country. Claims he took no receipts of...

GLC02437.05078

to Joseph Peirce

Writes concerning debts to the Flucker estate.

GLC02437.05764

to Joseph Peirce

Provides Peirce with a list of arguments to use against the 10 proprietors who are bringing a suit against him. Mentions lack of state surveys and irregularities of former sales. Says "It is a matter of some consequence to ascertain whether the 10...

GLC02437.06008

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses land deals with the settlers. Believes he will be able to settle with all the settlers, except for those in Waldoboro, Maine. Comments the Waldoboro settlers seem to be with a bad influence. Mentions about possibly being friend and...

GLC02437.06134

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses land deals which appear to involve Mrs. [Sarah Lyons?] Flucker. Requests Peirce to deliver the proceeds of the estate to Henry Jackson.

GLC02437.06212

to Joseph Peirce [incomplete]

Writes, "When I saw Colonel Walker in New York, which was in the street he informed me that[.]" Part of the letter appears to be missing, although the letter does not appear torn or damaged. Possibly the beginning of a draft. Brief note in the...

GLC02437.06241

to Joseph Peirce

Mentions he enclosed (not included) a draft for $1500 from the Bank of the United States. Inquires about the total sum of [Mr.?] Flucker's debts. Knox is possibly referring to Thomas Flucker's estate. Mentions Isaac Winslow's mother received some...

GLC02437.06269

to Joseph Peirce

Informs Peirce that he will not be able to be in Boston during the session of the legislature as planned. Will forward a memorial to be presented to the legislature about the towns in the Waldo Patent. Letterpress copy.

GLC02437.06333

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses business in relation to towns in the Waldo Patent.

GLC02437.06358

to Joseph Peirce

Writes to remind Peirce that he wanted him to purchase iron and several other items. Also encloses acceptances from Mr. [Alexander] Baring, and discusses Baring's upcoming trip to Boston. Comments extensively on financial matters, and includes some...

GLC02437.06808

to Joseph Peirce

Addressed to "Joseph Peirce & Son." Asks Peirce to inquire after a gardener Knox is supposed to be hiring from England. Also asks Peirce to forward a variety of articles, including crackers, hinges, nails, and a kettle.

GLC02437.06840

to Joseph Peirce

Addressed to Joseph Peirce & Son. Places an order for several items, including corn and coal.

GLC02437.06851

to Joseph Peirce

Unsigned, and written in two hands. One portion, and the docket, appear to be written in Henry Knox's hand. Written from Montpelier, Knox's home in Thomaston, Maine. Safely received his last letter and the merchandise Peirce sent. Discusses the...

GLC02437.06860

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses a previous order of wood, and places an order for several items, including rum and molasses, to be delivered to Zenas Lothrop on Brigadier's Island.

GLC02437.06867

to Joseph Peirce

Comments on the merchandise Captain [Thomas] Vose purchased on his behalf while with Peirce. Discusses his financial accounts and his investments in the shipping industry. Mentions an order of merchandise he placed to ship to his associate, Zenas...

GLC02437.06873

to Joseph Peirce

Knox received letters of the 12 and 13 of August 1799 "by Kirkpatrick." Knox cannot pay Peirce the sum he requested because he says people are late paying him (Knox) and does not have the money.

GLC02437.07294

to Joseph Peirce

Knox writes, "I have the goodness to deliver Mr. John Davis the deed of relinquishment to the State of other lands, and receive from him the deed of Mr. Thomas Davis to me in behalf of the State." Knox also sends his wife's signature on a paper...

GLC02437.07300

to Joseph Peirce

Knox has sent Peirce fifty dollars for items that Mrs. Knox has requested. Knox asks, "I pray you to send me three pairs of large warm socks."

GLC02437.07338

to Joseph Peirce

Knox writes to Peirce that "Mr. Sullivan will guard us from injury" against those filing suits against them. Knox has shipped out planks that will "amount to more than 200 dollars nett." Knox gives Peirce instructions on how to receive and pay out...

GLC02437.07353

to Henry Knox

Peirce has spoken with "[Master] Flucker" about their business. Say that a vessel "is advancing for Liverpool but is not yet begun to load." Peirce says, "I mention this for your Government."

GLC02437.07376

to Henry Knox

Peirce reports to Knox of his conversations with "T Flucker" and Ebenezer Pemberton, and of the state of their business affairs on Peirce's end.

GLC02437.07379

to Joseph Peirce

Knox received Peirce's letter of March 18. Talks about business with Mr. [Ebenezer] Pemberton, Cummings and Gould. On the back of the document, Knox notes that "Jonathan Jackson Esq., agent for the fortification of the United States in Boston...

GLC02437.07387

to Henry Knox

Peirce includes a list of bills from Ebenezer Pemberton. Talks about Thomas Flucker getting money from Beaumez and a portable desk from his mother. Talks about their business affairs and various shipments.

GLC02437.07391

to Henry Knox

Peirce asks Knox if he has "the Goods of Mr. Fluckers." The Committee is planned to meet the next month. He advises Knox to attend the meeting.

GLC02437.07395

to Henry Knox

Peirce informs Knox that the "President has directed the Troops to be disbanded." John Marshall has replaced Timothy Pickering as Secretary of State and Samuel Dexter has been nominated as Secretary of War.

GLC02437.07409

to Joseph Peirce

Knox asks Peirce to give the enclosed affidavits of the assaults on his surveyors to the Governor Caleb Strong. Knox believes the majority of the back country residents reside in Plymouth Grove. The insurgents killed "a Mr. Winslow" according to the...

GLC02437.07447

to Henry Knox

Peirce talks of the issue of Knox's surveyors and Mr. Bowdoin's plans to "prevent Surveyors running any Lines." Peirce tells Knox Francis Flucker is in town and has requested $75 in funds.

GLC02437.07452

to Joseph Peirce

Knox tells Peirce he has loaded vessels with lime and lumber. Knox informs Peirce about the instructions Knox gave to his nephew Thomas Flucker. Knox will be at his wits' end if Thomas does not board the Constitution.

GLC02437.07472

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses business transactions between himself and Joseph Peirce. Appears to be trying to regulate the quantity and price of lime shipped out. Also requests Peirce sends him various items for Knox's house.

GLC02437.07545

to Henry Knox

Discusses various business transactions and payments. Also discusses the lime production noting the price and amount shipped. Mentions his competitors prices and their terms of sale. Provides a list of articles he shipped to Knox.

GLC02437.07554

to Joseph Peirce

Encloses (not included) $30 for some cyder, corn, and rum.

GLC02437.07567

to Henry Knox

Discusses a financial matter involving Knox and a General Elliot. Reports he received Knox's $800 and paid Elliot as Knox requested. Notes he did not have Elliot endorse the receipt as Knox requested but will correct his mistake.

GLC02437.07625

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he shipped him the articles Knox requested. Comments he has been ill at home for several days. Also discusses several business transactions.

GLC02437.07630

to Joseph Peirce

Letter is not signed but appears to be in Knox's handwriting. Informs Peirce he received the rum, crackers, and a receipt for $800. Discusses various business dealings including his troubling situation with the low price of lime. States, "the low...

GLC02437.07634

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he received his letter and the $1200. Mentions Mr. Brown is in the country and he will call on Brown once he returns. Also discusses the quantity of lime he has sold for Knox.

GLC02437.07639

to Henry Knox

Discusses business transactions involving Henry Knox and a Mr. Brown. Informs Knox that Brown endorsed Knox's note for $999.

GLC02437.07643

to Joseph Peirce

Recommends Lieutenant Humphrey [Hooh] to Peirce. States Peirce would be wise to sell the land to Hooh. Says Hooh is a valuable settler and citizen and vouches for his character.

GLC02437.07660

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses his lime production, noting the various orders and quantity sold. Also describes which bills and people to pay with the proceeds from the lime.

GLC02437.07744

to Joseph Peirce

Continues to discuss his lime business. Mentions the amount of lime they should produce and ship and how to finance it all. Also discusses other business dealings appearing to pertain to land deals.

GLC02437.07745

to Joseph Peirce

Speaks of his troubling affairs over his debt and the humiliation he has sustained from not being able to pay his notes as promised. States, "This circumstance has embittered my existence." Mentions making any type of payment is out of his hand right...

GLC02437.07776

to Henry Knox

Responds to Knox's letter (see GLC02437.07776) regarding lack of payment. Apologizes to Knox for pressing him for a payment but stresses that his "commercial existence" depends on the immediate payment of some papers. Notes he will wait for Knox's...

GLC02437.07777

to Henry Knox

Discusses his management of Knox's financial relationships with Mr. J[onathan] D. Robins, Mr. Samuel Brown, Mr. William Marston, and others.

GLC02437.07832

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses account information regarding [the late] Mr. [Thomas?] Flucker's estate. Requests Pierce has General [Henry] Jackson pay the creditors first then draw upon Knox for any differences.

GLC02437.09840

to unknown

Discusses information about a bond and that he has "since heard that they have ordered the bond to be put into suit." Feels anxious about this and wants to be informed as soon as possible about it. Goes on to discuss arguments concerning the bond....

GLC02437.10290

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses proprietors and states that "it must be defered as soon as possible in order to give time to obtain an aqcuitable [sic] decision or compromise with the state." Mentions issues with taxes and employment of new people. Waterstained in the...

GLC02437.10291

to Joseph Peirce

Writes about continuing to receive supplies from France. Seems annoyed about changes in the arrangements, stating "[t]his therefore had better be the course of the business that is to descend upon the agreements ... in Paris." Discusses Mr. Dunton...

GLC02437.10294

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses the situation with the construction of the house and states that "I am making great exertions to endevor [sic] to be arrange my business in such a manner, as to set [out for] the province of Maine in the in the course of the next month ......

GLC02437.10301

to Joseph Peirce [incomplete]

Discusses money for a payment and concerns about the house. Letterpress copy.

GLC02437.10320

to John Peirce

Discusses the printing of certificates of account balances for officers. He writes that the officers wish their certificates to be printed "either with common type or copper plated". Knox agrees with the officers and suggests that the certificates...

GLC02437.02304

to Joseph Peirce [incomplete?]

Discusses debts and payments.

GLC02437.08148

to Joseph Peirce

Hoping to sell the portion of the Waldo Patent that previously belonged to Thomas Flucker as soon as possible. Worries that the lands will soon be made worthless by the number of people who have settled there illegally without paying. For this...

GLC02437.09233

to Henry Knox

Updates Knox on Thomas and Francis Flucker's accounts. Notes he has enclosed (not included) their accounts and receipts for the winter term.

GLC02437.09851

to Henry Knox

References several of Knox's letters, the last one from 4 July 1783 which had pamphlets to distribute. Says they have been printed, along with General Washington's letter, and distributed. Says Washington's letter has been in some of the newspapers...

GLC02437.02351

to Henry Knox

Asks for his decision regarding a house in Dorchester and forwards a letter for Lucy Knox from a Mrs. Howard of London, the daughter of a Sheriff Stephen Greenleaf, and a letter for Knox from his brother. Mentions that he heard from a Mr. Samuel...

GLC02437.02385

to Henry Knox

Peirce references Knox's letter of 27 August. Says he has signed an agreement for a house for Knox "for one quarter certain to commence the 15th of this month at £45." Reports the farm can be rented with the house next year.

GLC02437.02469

to Henry Knox

Discusses obtaining information regarding certain unspecified business matters dealing with the Flucker estate.

GLC02437.02530

to Henry Knox

Discusses a petition in Congress "to postpone the sale of absentees estates till further orders of the court, and to enable agents to lease as heretofore," which would affect Knox's claim to the Waldo patent. Also discusses the issue of commutation...

GLC02437.02627

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that Congress has voted to "discharge the National Debt," and that one party had wanted to insert a clause to "exclude the Commutation & confirm it solely to discharge the foreign debt," though this clause did not pass.

GLC02437.02691

to Henry Knox

Discusses money due on Mr. Webber's goods and the depreciation of currency (possibly referring to James Webber, a London merchant). Writes, "The political State of this Country I hope and trust is very much altering as to monied transactions, so...

GLC02437.03868

to Henry Knox

Imparts his wishes for Eli Hayden to hire Nicholas Hoffman & Son as agents for the sale of his tea to resolve a complicated business transaction (refer to GLC02437.03902 and GLC02437.03903). Transmits his wife's regards to Lucy Knox and the family....

GLC02437.03904

to Henry Knox

Relates the opinion of the British Lord Chancellor on a legal case. Apparently, the Lord Chancellor will grant a perpetual injunction against any suit brought to court in England against an American whose estate was confiscated to pay his debts....

GLC02437.03984

to Henry Knox

Introduces Mr. Barclay, the bearer of this letter, noting that Barclay hopes to solicit an office in the new government. Asks Knox to make Barclay "known to the Eastern Senators." Docketed by Knox: "from S. Ogden Esqr. respecting Mr Barclay also...

GLC02437.04043

to Henry Knox

Has received Knox's last letter. Has not yet seen Mr. [Isaac] Winslow, Sr. but has seen a member of the petition committee, who declared that the committee will meet in two or three days. Hopes to see Mr. Winslow before then. Has enclosed a copy...

GLC02437.04101

to Henry Knox

Has enclosed money which he hopes Knox will send to England at his first opportunity. Refers to Mr. [possibly Joseph] Compson's letter authorizing him to draw on the money, and hopes Knox will remind Mr. [James] Webber to include the letter of...

GLC02437.04114

to Henry Knox

Forwards a letter for his brother and thanks Knox for the information about his brother since he had not heard from him since his absence. Asks Knox if he received Pierce's father's letter regarding being the heir to "county land due to my late...

GLC02437.04487

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to assist a friend's son, who wishes to enter the service. States that the boy would be well suited for arms, but says he has informed the father that a position being available is unlikely due to the number of officers applying for...

GLC02437.04575

to Henry Knox

Writes Knox to discuss the "business of Mr. Flucker's Estate." Says he has heard from the debtors and "they seem disposed to pay as fast as they can." There are some obstacles with some of the debtors that the letter details. Notes General [Josiah]...

GLC02437.04856

to Henry Knox

Writes Knox about his son receiving "an appointment in the 2d Regiment of the Federal Troops." Informs him that his son cannot accept the appointment due to his present commitment, but they are both grateful for the opportunity. Mentions issues...

GLC02437.04880

to Henry Knox

Peirce writes to Secretary of War Knox regarding the condition of Knox's property they are trying to sell. Peirce tells Knox, "it may be of importance for me to know if you furnished Mr. Jas Bowdoin with the statement of Mr. Flucker's acct." Peirce...

GLC02437.04906

to Henry Knox

Peirce tells Knox that in his last letter, he forgot ask about other documents he might have. There is a question regarding Thomas Flucker's estate and "whether the Estate should be held responsible for quieting the settlers that were in possession...

GLC02437.04911

to Henry Knox

Discusses land deals related to the Flucker family and the Waldo patent. Mentions business affairs with Mr. [James] Bowdoin, Mr. [Benjamin] Hichborn, and Judge [John] Sullivan, among others.

GLC02437.04941

to Henry Knox

Peirce received Knox's letter of 8 May 1791. Says the Commissioners rejected Mr. [James] Bowdoin's claim. Also discusses a letter he received from Captain [Thomas] Vose regarding advertisements Vose put up, with the help of [David] Fales and [Moses...

GLC02437.04949

to Henry Knox

Written by Knox's agent Peirce to Secretary of War Knox. References Knox's letter of 16 May, which mentioned the insolvency of the estate. Is confident it is insolvent because the probate judge reported it so to the judges of the Supreme Court and...

GLC02437.04957