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to John Jacob Faesch

Writes to Faesch, a metalworker building arms and ammunition for the army, to discuss the amount and sizes of shells necessary to fit the French howitzers the army has procured. Mentions that he has been in contact with General Benjamin Lincoln...

GLC02437.01527

to Henry Knox

Writes, "I have reciev'd an Answer from Genl. [Benjamin] Lincoln a Coppy of which you will find on the other Side, the Two Tea Kittles with handles are ready, & shall be forwarded by first opportunity to Capt. Wm. Ellison at New Windsor, to be...

GLC02437.01621

to Captain Dusten

Informs Captain Dusten that a quartermaster will show him where to get firewood and other supplies for his men to aid them throughout the coming winter. Mentions Stoney Point and Verplanks Point. Mentions he also sent this information to Captain...

GLC02437.02695

to John Jacob Faesch

Writes a letter of introduction for a Major [Hodijah] Baylies.

GLC02437.02728

to Henry Knox

Asks for permission to continue burning lime in a kiln he built, apparently on land he bought from Thomas Flucker, Knox's father-in-law. Writes, "I am gratly regoyst to hear your honer thinkes of coming to live amonst us which I beleve will be much...

GLC02437.03086

to Henry Knox

Lists his expenses and asks Knox for assistance in finding employment in New York since he has lost his position as a clerk. Copies in a recommendation from his former employer and gives the reason for his discharge as the liquidation of the firm.

GLC02437.03511

to Henry Knox

Outlines his endeavors, as Treasurer of North Carolina's chapter of the Society of the Cincinnati, to obtain funds to "discharge Majr L'Enfant." Reports that the society members agreed wholeheartedly but adds that he has had some trouble acquiring...

GLC02437.03603

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox, "It is with the most poignant grief I inform you of the departure of my dear partner, who after a severe illness of near four weeks took her leave of this scene of trouble on Saturday the 23d Instant..."

GLC02437.03808

to John Jacob Faesch

In the hand of William Knox. Replies to a letter from Faesch in which Faesch informed Knox of the death of his wife (GLC02437.03808). Offers Faesch his deepest sympathy and condolences, writing: "We suffer excessive misery at the loss of our dearest...

GLC02437.03818

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for offering his condolences upon the recent death of Faesch's wife. Encloses letters for Knox to forward.

GLC02437.03824

to William Duer

Discusses a [financial] settlement involving Platt, Peirce, and the payment of warrants. Plans to sail 22 August 1788 for Penobscot (in present-day Maine), and does not expect to return until 20 September. Presents his respects to Lady Kitty Duer...

GLC02437.03969

to David Fales

Marked "copy." Unsigned, but authorship inferred from handwriting. Writes that the bearer of the letter, Captain Thomas Vose, will "make an establishment at the fort and block house farms for our mutual interests." Believes the people of Thomaston...

GLC02437.04083

to Henry Knox

Received his letter via Captain [Thomas] Vose, and is happy to hear that an "Establishment is making at the Fort and Block-House Farms." Has helped Vose set up a fence around the property, and also helped him explain to the people that they now have...

GLC02437.04164

to Henry Knox

Writes to Knox not to provide him with information, but to elicit information from Knox about happenings in the government. Declares that he is very far away from the rest of government and would like to know more about what is going on. Hopes that...

GLC02437.04206

to Nicholas Eveleigh

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Informs Eveleigh that he is appointed Comptroller of the Treasury of the United States, and informs him of the salary. Adds that Captain Joseph [Hardy] has been employed in the Treasury...

GLC02437.04354

to William Eustis

Replies to Eustis's letters written on the 17th and 23rd (see GLC02437.04479). Discusses the situation of the invalids, particularly the invalid pensioners. Upon reviewing the subject with other general members, believes it to be impracticable to...

GLC02437.04492

to William Eustis

Informs Eustis that "[o]ur delegates have not yet brought forward the motion relative to a new inspection of the invalids." Stresses the importance of another inspection, in order to ensure all invalid soldiers are accounted for and paid...

GLC02437.04560

to William Duer

Acknowledges receipt of an invitation from Duer. Confirms that he and Henry Jackson will meet Duer at Princeton next Wednesday evening. Asks him to bring Mr. [William] Constable.

GLC02437.04927

to William Duer

Later copy of GLC02437.05402.

GLC02437.05401

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox, "The time proposed, when you was at St Georges for giving Deeds to those persons who then agreed for their Lands, is sometime since elapsed..." States that some of the settlers have made considerable payments for the land, and they...

GLC02437.05521

to David Fales

Writes that he has signed, and is forwarding him, a deed for Samuel Walls for land in Cutlers Cove, [Maine]. Hopes to sign over the remaining deeds to everyone else by next year.

GLC02437.05646

to David Fales

Reports the letter will be delivered by Captain John Hills, a surveyor working for Knox. Says Hills will be making a "perfect plan" of the Waldo Patent as he recently purchased the interest of the Winslow Family. Plans on spending a great deal of his...

GLC02437.05878

to Henry Knox

Reports that this letter will be delivered by a Mr. Amory, who is going to Philadelphia to enquire into the claims of the United States against D. Parker & Co. Amory is Parker's attorney, and he is anxious to settle these claims. Says he transmitted...

GLC02437.06001

to Ebenezer Dunton

Discusses the alterations he requested to be made to the windows of his new house. Informs Dunton to skip the alterations, saying, "I am not obstinate and therefore I give up my opinion to your judgment - but I pray you to have everything in true...

GLC02437.06079

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox a friend of his will be visiting Philadelphia to look after some business. Notes his friend "possesses good wishes in a singular Degree" and recommends Knox's attention to him. Wishes Knox well.

GLC02437.06172

to Henry Knox

Appears to discuss a business transaction involving Knox. Notes he will send his acknowledgement on both sums [of money?]. Wishes him good health and contentment.

GLC02437.06310

to William Eustis

Asks for support as he will be going before the legislature, about mistakes made by the surveyors related to the Waldo patent lands. Letterpress copy.

GLC02437.06344

to Ebenezer Dunton

Places an order for 1500 feet of pine planks, among other items.

GLC02437.06570

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

to Henry Knox

Discusses building materials such as bricks and fences.

GLC02437.06606

to Ebenezer Dunton

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Provides extensive instructions to Dunton, for when he arrives back in Maine, to continue building projects he left behind at the end of the previous fall. The project seems to...

GLC02437.06649

to Ebenezer Dunton

Large amount of text loss in the upper left corner of page 1 and upper right corner of page 2. Explains that boards will be delivered at St. Georges (likely in Maine) so that Dunton can continue building the fences and stables at Knox's estate....

GLC02437.06711

to Ebenezer Dunton, Thomas Vose, and James Waller Head, and [Life] Wilson

Marked "copy." Includes several letters. The first, to Mr. [Life] Wilson, provides instructions for him to build a saw mill in the St. Georges region of Maine using lumber from Mr. James Waller Head. The second note, to Mr. Head, asks him to...

GLC02437.06717

to Henry Knox

Place written is illegible. Dunton, one of Knox's employees in the Waldo patent lands in Maine, writes about a dispute between himself and a Mr. Parsons regarding living arrangements. Both Dunton's and Parsons's families are sharing one unfinished...

GLC02437.06741

to Henry Knox

Writes an extensive letter about acquiring supplies, especially construction materials such as nails and lumber, for buildings in the Waldo patent lands. Mentions that Captain [Thomas] Vose is purchasing materials as well.

GLC02437.06746

to Henry Knox

Hopes Knox will excuse him for writing about his own business endeavors since he left Knox's service. Writes that when he arrived in Boston, General [Henry] Jackson was unable to pay a bill, leaving him in need of money; he also noticed that the...

GLC02437.06847

to Henry Knox

Writes to Knox about continued troubles as he is in and out of debtors prison in New York City.

GLC02437.06915

to David Fales

Asks Fales to go to Long Island, most likely Long Island, Maine, to greet members of the legislature. Also provides a list of important residents. Noted as written at Montpelier, Knox's home in Thomaston, Maine.

GLC02437.07021

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for his kindness and expresses his sympathy for the death of so many of the Knox children. Informs Knox about an idea for building a meeting house and that he will oversee the process.

GLC02437.07112

to Jackson Durant

Knox and Jackson Durant have agreed that Durant will work for Knox as a clerk for a year at St. Georges. Knox then gives Durant a list of men he wants hired for various services.

GLC02437.07490

to Henry Knox

Appears to be a short reply to a note Knox sent him regarding Durant's lack of response to Knox's expectations or demands. Assures Knox he will remove his family if another situation occurs.

GLC02437.07578

to Henry Knox

Written from Hallowell, possibly in Maine. Would have visited Knox in Boston if weather permitted; however, due to the snow, he is happy to send Knox a letter. Cannot write a long letter because he is short on paper. Reports on dairies in a region...

GLC02437.07784

to Henry Knox

Reports that he just returned from attending the examination of Knox's settlers' land claims (see GLC02437.07822). Declares that it "has been an arduous and disagreeable undertaking." Touches briefly on the claims heard by General [Salem] Towne (he...

GLC02437.07827

to Henry Knox

Long letter detailing judicial hearings and decisions regarding Knox's claims to lands in the Waldo patent which have been claimed by squatters.

GLC02437.07838

to Nathaniel Fales

Discusses a variety of subjects related to the Flucker estate and the Waldo patent lands. Signs also on behalf of Isaac Winslow, his brother Samuel Winslow, and their cousin the elder Isaac Winslow, all of whom are also executors on the Flucker...

GLC02437.09116

to David Fales

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. However, the author mentions Knox in the third person, so it is unclear whether it is Knox writing about himself in the third person, or Knox copied a letter written by another party....

GLC02437.09118

to David Fales

Signed by Henry Knox, Isaac Winslow, and Samuel Winslow on page 13. Noted as a copy. A long letter to Fales with instructions regarding surveying land in Maine. Offers Fales a position to work as their agent and to deal with the settlers in Maine.

GLC02437.09201

to Henry Knox

Faesch, an iron master from New Jersey, Informs Knox that General Lincoln has not replied to a letter he sent concerning French shells. Relates that all shells and shot will be finished in several weeks. Instructs Knox to inform his wife, Lucy...

GLC02437.09546

to Henry Knox

Discusses titles for land and related financial business. Date previously inferred, written in pencil.

GLC02437.09982

to David Fales

Discusses affairs dealing with the heirs of a property, most likely the Waldo Patent. States that "the proprietors of that Town are going to run the streets ... " Asks that Fales "attend in my behalf & I will pay you ... " Waterstained....

GLC02437.10282

to W. Fennel

Discusses Fennel's "proposed course of lectures" about philosophy. Writes that "[t]he matter and manner of your lectures will I am persuaded by highly entertaining and instructive ... " Several waterstains make a portion of the writing illegible....

GLC02437.10309

Receipt of wheat from Andrew Sharts for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04669

Receipt of wheat from Phillip Pulver for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04670

Receipt of wheat from Zachariah Troper for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04671

Receipt of wheat for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04672

Receipt of wheat from John Richter for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04673

Receipt of wheat from Jaramiah Ham for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04674

Receipt of wheat from Godfried Snouk for the estate of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.04675

Receipt of wheat from Peter Rote for rent due Robert, Walter, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04676

Receipt of wheat from Philip N. Coons for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04677

Receipt of rye & corn from Asa Hanse for Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04678

Receipt of wheat from Frances C. Brusie for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04679

Receipt of wheat from Jacob Regter for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04680

Receipt of wheat from Peter Snyder for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04681

Receipt of wheat from Tuenes Minkalen for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04682

Receipt of wheat from Barent van der Berg for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04683

Receipt of wheat from William Waever for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04684

Receipt of wheat from John Stall for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04685

Receipt of wheat from Benjamin Yong for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04686

Receipt of wheat from Hendrick Deal for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04687

Receipt of wheat from Zachariah Curtis for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04688

Receipt of wheat from Peter Wolker for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04689

Receipt of wheat from Nicholas Coons for rent due Robert, Walter, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04690

Receipt of wheat from Jarimiah Finger for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04691

Receipt of wheat from George Dibbel for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04692

Receipt of wheat from Hendrick Smith for rent due Robert, Walter, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04693

Receipt of wheat from Uzzil Hervy for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04694

Receipt of wheat from Matthias Hoffman for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04695

Receipt of wheat from William Rockefeller for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04696

Receipt of wheat from Calip Finch for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04697

Receipt of wheat from Nicolas Dickman for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04698

Receipt of wheat from John Snyder for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04699

Receipt of wheat from Hantise Miller for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04700

Receipt of wheat from Nicholas Row for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04701

Receipt of wheat from John Whealor for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04702

Receipt of wheat from Fredrick Snick for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04703

Receipt of wheat from Handise Wilson for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04704

Receipt of wheat from Jovis Decker for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04705

[Letter to officers defending himself against accusations]

Written by Lieutenant Wheaton of the Rhode Island Battalion. Long letter describing his service in the army and denouncing the accusations made in "envy" against him. Says he has been in the army close to eight years and has not seen his family. Says...

GLC02437.02204

to Joseph Wheaton

Expresses his objection to improper orders.

GLC02437.02365

[Testimony]

Testimony concerning a lieutenant Wheaton. States that Wheaton "directed me to sell the same [rum] by retail at a cheaper rate than any person in of about the place, (which I did) ... "

GLC02437.02556

[Testimony and observations of Lieutenant Pratt]

Lieutenant William Pratt's testimony for the trial of Lieutenant Wheaton. Accuses Wheaton of shirking his duty and of arresting him without due cause. According to Pratt, despite being the commanding officer, Wheaton had tried to pass command to...

GLC02437.02597

[Charges against Lieutenant Wheaton]

Lists the charges brought against Lieutenant Wheaton, including "unofficer & ungentleman-like behaviour in defrauding the Non-commission'd officers and Soldiers of the Battalion (for his own private benefit) ... " Addressed to the President and other...

GLC02437.02599

[Report regarding orders previously given]

Explanation of orders given as he only had a limited number of officers to command.

GLC02437.02706

to [Joseph] Wheaton

To Lieutenant Wheaton, possibly Joseph Wheaton. Pratt informs Wheaton "I neither conceive that I have the honor to Command the first Compy nor do I think it my duty to sign any return of it, or to give any General directions respecting it- while an...

GLC02437.02880

[Testimony related to Lieutenant Joseph Wheaton]

Lieutenant Greenman gives testimony regarding Lieutenant [Joseph] Wheaton. Describes a conflict between Wheaton and Lieutenant Pratt. Wheaton ordered Pratt to take command of a company, threatening to arrest him if he refused. Also complains that...

GLC02437.02890

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he will provide Morris (either Gouverneur or Robert) with a receipt for Knox's note. Says Morris will show Knox Duer's letter to Alexander Hamilton. Notes he would have written a longer letter if it wasn't for his "old Complaint" that...

GLC02437.04837

to Henry Knox

Duer asks Knox for a loan of a check for "six hundred Dollars," which Duer will return to Knox the following Saturday. J. Geary signed on verso for receipt of the check for William Duer.

GLC02437.04932

to Henry Knox

Written by Duer to Secretary of War Knox. Reports that General Henry Jackson is going to Philadelphia, presumably because of the problematic speculation deal sponsored by Duer. In reference to the business problems between Duer and Knox, Duer says...

GLC02437.04956

[Principles of agreement between Henry Knox and William Duer and the state of Massachusetts]

Agreement of Knox and Duer to purchase lands in the District of Maine from the state of Massachusetts. Written in Duer's hand. The major stipulations include: an equal stake in the investment for both parties, a desire to pay only 12 cents per acre...

GLC02437.04971