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Translation of Account of Relations between Mexico and Pawnee Tribes of Texas

Consists of clerical transmittal, bound with a copy of the treaty written in the same hand.

GLC07389

[Advertisement for A Narrative of the Captivity & Providential Escape of Mrs. Jane Lewis]

Illustrated publication advertisement for a recently published book about Lewis experience as a captive of Chief Black Hawk during the Black Hawk War. Published in the aftermath of the war after Black Hawk was taken as a captive on a tour for the...

GLC07390

Contemporary copy of Treaty of Prairie Du Chien (WI) [Schoolcraft copy]

Copy of Henry R. Schoolcraft, the 19th century scholar and ethnologist of Native Americans. Tied with green ribbon

GLC07391

Treaty with [the Confederacy and] Cherokee

Co-authored by John Ross. Treaty signed 7 October.

GLC07393

Treaties between the United States of America and the Cherokee Nation, from 1785

Was written while it was Cherokee Nation Territory.

GLC07396

Telegrams re: Sherman's Atlanta Campaign

Also the beginnings of March to the Sea. Most ALS from Smith, 1 receipient's copy from Sherman.

GLC07398

Pardon of John R. Whitney (c/s Hamilton Fish)

"In consideration of his former good character and his dependent suffering family". Countersigned by Hamilton Fish.

GLC07399

to Robert R. Livingston re: Louisiana Purchase negotiations [in code]

Madison instructs Livingston and James Monroe to research precise boundaries of Florida during Louisiana Purchase negotiations. Portions of the letter are written in a numeric code.

GLC07466

to Henry T. Rainey re: thanking Hundred Days Congress for achievements

Rainey was speaker of the house.

GLC07468

to Eliza Farquahar re: arranging marriage between nephew and northern woman

GLC07464

to unknown re: U.S. role in Mediterranean after end of the Barbary War

Also discusses ratifying Treaty of Peace and changing from war to peace establishment. Written in Monticello

GLC07465

In Provincial Congress. [Massachusetts broadside re: day of fasting and prayer]

Broadside calling for a day of fasting and prayer. (Trimmed)

GLC07467

Loyalty Oath to protect Independence of South Carolina

Cosigned by George Mason, Jason & Catherine West and others.

GLC07469

Pardon of Martha Taylor (c/s Seward)

Taylor was convicted of Grand Larceny based on circumstantial evidence. Countersigned by William H. Seward.

GLC07400

re: need for replacements after 13 volunteer regiments are discharged

Addressed to the Adjutant General of the Army.

GLC07401

Minutes of the proceedings of the commissioners

Copy written in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Henry Knox's aide-de-camp, at Elizabethtown, present-day Elizabeth, New Jersey. Appoints Knox and Gouverneur Morris to meet with British commissioners to discuss prisoners of war and civilians in custody....

GLC02437.01377

to Henry Knox

Requests Knox's help in obtaining a passport from General George Washington to allow him to travel to Boston and back to see his family without obstruction.

GLC02437.02075

[Proclamation to dissolve the army]

Signed secretarially for Elias Boudinot and Charles Thomson. Congress's resolution to dissolve Continental Army. This resolve was originally enclosed with a letter from George Washington to Henry Knox dated 23 October 1783, GLC02437.09394. Penned in...

GLC02437.02676

[Enlistment paper for Oliver Comstock]

Enlistment paper for Oliver Comstock who voluntarily joined the army as a private. He signed up for six months with the First Regiment of Levies at Fort Washington near Cincinnati, Ohio. His unit was raised under an act signed by President...

GLC02437.05004

to Henry Knox

Forwards Knox a journal pertaining to Cobb's survey for a possible canal from Boston to the Connecticut River. See GLC02437.05542 for the enclosed journal. Docket in Knox's hand states "Journal of the Journey in exploring the Country between...

GLC02437.05726

to Henry Knox

Cobb bemoans the loss of George Washington and updates Knox on marriages.

GLC02437.07369

[Resolution of Congress respecting rations of officers]

Extract of the minutes of Congress on a resolution involving "rations, subsistance or allowances to officers" over and above their pay. The rates in the resolution are to go into effect on 1 May. Lists number of rations per day and dollars per month...

GLC02437.01396

to Henry Knox

Writes, "This day I ordered off three hundred and fifty oxen for to move the Park, I expect they will be this night thirty miles on their way. Col. Pickering Quarter Master General has also assured me that he will furnish eighty seven horses, that...

GLC02437.01523

[Recommendation of Andrew Coldclugh]

Certifies that Andrew Coldclugh has performed with ability and integrity in his positions in the Quarter Master's and Commissary General's department, working for the forage department at the park of artillery. Recommends him for a new position.

GLC02437.01724

[Pass for Corporal Cole]

Authorizes Corporal Cole and five other soldiers for a pass.

GLC02437.01977

to John Lillie

Discusses a shipment of sulfur sent by General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.02031

to W. S. Smith

Praises a Doctor Bayley for his humanitarian effort and attitude toward the sick and wounded in his care. Noted as a retained copy and on the verso as "No. 2".

GLC02437.02582

to Henry Knox

Major Colerus seeks to obtain four months pay for his service in 1776 and 1777. Notes that his wife has died, and "with her all my Happiness is Vanished."

GLC02437.02997

to Henry Knox

Noted as a copy of GLC02437.02998. Mifflin, President of Congress, encloses an Act of Congress directing Knox to ascertain from the British Commander in Chief of North America precisely when the British will leave their posts within the boundaries of...

GLC02437.02999

to Thomas Mifflin and Congress

Responds to a letter from Thomas Mifflin, President of Congress, requesting Knox to engage in correspondence with the Commander of British forces in North America, likely referring to Frederick Haldimand. Mifflin had requested Knox to inquire when...

GLC02437.03003

[Dr. Cochran's certificate in the case of Dr. Hortons widow]

Marked "copy." Draft in Knox's hand. Certifies that, as Surgeon General of the Army in 1777, Cochran had the right of appointing assistant surgeons when necessary, and that he did appoint Dr. Jonathan Horton as assistant to Dr. Stafford in the state...

GLC02437.03358

to Henry Knox

Transmits statements of monies received (not included) on an account related to Colonel Humphrey's regiment. Asks Knox to direct him as to how to close the account.

GLC02437.03561

[Financial settlement]

Marked "copy." Written from several locations. In a letter written from Worcester Shire, England, Thomas Compson asks his brother Joseph to pay Samuel Ogden a sum of money due Ogden from a debt owed by their father. The next letter, dated 13...

GLC02437.04110

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox whether there are job openings in the region in which he lives. Docket states that Knox replied on 30 May, and there is no copy.

GLC02437.04215

to Henry Knox

Writes to ask for employment under Knox. Emphasizes that he must support an aging mother and three sisters. Explains the financial misfortunes of himself and his family. Mentions several of the others he has contacted on the subject, including...

GLC02437.04325

to Henry Knox

Received his last letter. Writes that he did not expect to receive a position under Knox immediately, as he knew Knox's office was fully staffed, but hoped Knox would favor him should any opening present itself.

GLC02437.04327

to Henry Knox

Discusses various business agreements she enclosed (not present) relating to powers of attorney. Pertains to the Ohio Company. Also discusses her son's travels to India with a Captain Sarly. Sarly highly praised her son's service.

GLC02437.05500

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to deliver an enclosed letter (not present) to Mr. Kean respecting payment to the Ohio Company. Talks about mutual acquaintances. Mentions seeing John Jay, "I had the pleasure to see Chief Justice Jay on his Rout thro' this Place: the...

GLC02437.05541

to Henry Knox [incomplete]

Discusses travelling with Captain John Hills to survey the land and waterways for the building of the canal, specifically Millers river and other waterways going east. Informs Knox that they are continuing the survey and will probably be in the...

GLC02437.05578

to Henry Knox

Encloses a letter for Major Sargent. Asks Knox to deliver it. The letter asks Sargent to convey to her a deed for the lands she purchased through the Ohio Company. Sargent was holding her land in trust, which the company's directors did for "all...

GLC02437.06044

to Henry Knox

Discusses land business concerning several towns as well as surveys.

GLC02437.06506

to Henry Knox

Describes some of the measures he is pursuing to help sell Maine land.

GLC02437.06535

to Henry Knox

Discusses the buying and selling of land and towns.

GLC02437.06549

to Nathaniel Colesworthy

Discusses the power of attorney and a plot of land of about 100 acres.

GLC02437.06580

to Henry Knox

Discusses land and related business in Maine, especially the difficulty in selling land in that area. Free frank signed by David Cobb.

GLC02437.06601

to Henry Knox

Writes to remind Knox of a discussion they previously had regarding lime McCombs wanted to buy from Knox and have delivered to the eastern end of Long Island. Relates that they were unable to work out the logistics of the purchase, but would like to...

GLC02437.06665

to Henry Knox

Asks him whether he is still in Boston, when he plans to depart for St. George's (likely in Maine), and whether he has any news from Boston or from their friends in Philadelphia. Writes that he has been in town to handle his father's estate but will...

GLC02437.06709

[Deed of land from Henry Knox]

Partially printed with additional information written in by hand. Documents a purchase of land by Henry Knox from Miles Cobb. Land is noted as being in Warren, in the county of Lincoln [possibly located in Maine]. Signed by Cobb, Rachel Cobb...

GLC02437.06791

to Henry Knox

Has recently arrived at Gouldsboro after departing from Knox's house. Reports that the settlers in his town are happy with the town they chose, and discusses his attempts to hire a surveyor and complete a survey of the region. Considers the...

GLC02437.06831

to Henry Knox

Mentions his astonishment to have not heard from Knox, [William] Bingham or [Alexander] Baring (he spells it "Bearing") since Cobb left Knox's house. Discusses a survey of his land as well as construction of a house near his "Nest." Comments that...

GLC02437.06846

to Henry Knox

Received Knox's recent letter, and again refers to Cobb's recent near-death by drowning. Relates that he is pleased to hear Knox is happy with his business ventures. Reports that he has heard citizens of the town of Warren, on Knox's land, are...

GLC02437.06862

to Henry Knox

Mentions the difficulties in getting letters to Knox, because of the unpredictable post and also because of the frequency of Knox's travel. Comments on Knox's vessel being stuck in the St. George's River due to winter weather. Teases Knox about his...

GLC02437.06882

to Henry Knox

Offers Knox advice on how to deal with his unruly settlers.

GLC02437.07015

to Henry Knox

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

to Henry Knox

Discusses bills.

GLC02437.07153

to unknown

Noted as a copy. Discusses the lots, boundaries, and legal issues involving the settlers in Bangor, Maine. Encloses (not included) a plan for Bangor, Main that shows the settlers lots before 17 February, 1798 along with a list of names of the...

GLC02437.07714

[Contract for carpentry]

Signed by both Isaac Coburn and Henry Knox, as well as a witness, a William [Clap]. Agreement in which Henry Knox engages Coburn to work as a carpenter for his estate at the St. George's River (in Maine).

GLC02437.07793

to Enoch Titcomb

Recommends the bearer, a Nathan[iel] C. Little, for the position of Justice of the Peace in Bangor, Maine.

GLC02437.07920

[Note]

Note of receipt of Henry Knox for £2, 17s. for rector fees and other items.

GLC02437.08624

[Receipt]

Receipt for timber from Henry Knox to Miles Cobb.

GLC02437.08723

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Stephen Savage]

Captain Patten recommends Savage for a twenty-five day leave of absence to visit his family. Directs his recommendation to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09613

to the Congress of the United States.

Noted as a copy. A memorial for Michael Jackson to receive a Brigadier General's salary or of equal value for his service to his counrty and for the wounds he recieved while fighting in the [Revolutionary] War.

GLC02437.09811

to John Cochran

Knox writes to Doctor Cochran, Director General of the Medical Department of the Continental Army. Reports that in the absence of Doctor Burnet (on leave), West Point is in need of medical personnel. Writes, "The men begin to be taken sick...

GLC02437.10063

[Officers' grievances, to be presented to Congress]

"The Officers of the Army, in Behalf of themselves and the Soldiery, beg leave, in plain & respectful language, to lay a State of their Circumstances and Grievances before Congress." The writer claims that the Government has not upheld its end of...

GLC02437.10073

To the United States in Congress assembled, the address and petition of the officers of their Army, most humbly sheweth,

Written by Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide. Last page contains text written in another hand. Appears to be a draft of Knox's petition to Congress on behalf of the Massachusetts officers, regarding their grievances. Similar to GLC02437.10074. Closes with...

GLC02437.10077

[Statement related to the Waldo or Muscongus Patent]

Duplicate of GLC02437.10322. Written on fragile, transparent paper.

GLC02437.10324

[Certification regarding Doctors Isaac Stafford and Jonathan Horton]

Joseph Lewis, clerk at Morristown, New Jersey, authorizes this document as a true copy of the original certificates presented to the Court of Quarter Sessions in September 1779. Includes the copied signature and statement of Henry Knox, who...

GLC02437.10454

to John DeWitt re: order for molasses and sugar

GLC03107.04440

to John DeWitt re: balance of account with John Towsley

GLC03107.04441

to [John] DeWitt re: request for his watch

GLC03107.04442

to John DeWitt re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.04443

to Peter DeWitt re: settling of accounts

GLC03107.04444

to Peter DeWitt re: trade arrangements

GLC03107.04445

to Peter DeWitt re: waiting for the completion of a coat

John Livingston writes that a coat he ordered for Peter DeWitt should be finished shortly. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04446

to Peter DeWitt re: the market for flour

Robert Livingston, Jr. discusses the various market prices for flour. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04447

to Peter DeWitt re: shipment of clothing

John Livingston describes some clothing he has just sent to Peter DeWitt. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04448

to Peter DeWitt re: slave trade

Robert Livingston, Jr. describes the multiple deaths of enslaved people on a trading vessel, and expresses disappointment at the financial loss.

GLC03107.04449

to Peter DeWitt re: trade

Robert, Jr. discusses the various goods he would like to trade, as well as the current market prices of these goods.

GLC03107.04450

to Peter DeWitt re: orders for trade

John Livingston asks DeWitt to sell the remainder of his enslaved people, and also orders some cattle and pigs. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04451

to Peter DeWitt re: trade and settlement of accounts [fragment]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04452

to Peter DeWitt re: trade

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04453

to Peter DeWitt re: conveyance of rents

Williams writes to explain the rents he is sending to DeWitt.

GLC03107.04454

to Peter DeWitt re: receipt of payments

Stevenson acknowledges receipt of some payments, and also orders a shipment of butter.

GLC03107.04455

to Dirck Van Veghten re: trade

GLC03107.04456

to Henry Livingston [(?)] re: rent agreement of Michiel Stoppelbeen

The note states that Michiel Stoppelbeen has taken a parcel of land, and notes the rent that he will pay. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04457

Grant of power of attorney to Peter Van Brugh Livingston

The document, written and signed by the notary public of London, states that Edward Spear has named Peter Van Brugh Livingston as his attorney. Livingston is therefore expected to retrieve outstanding debts from James Wallace on behalf of Edward...

GLC03107.04458

Receipt of payment from James Wallace

Peter Van Brugh Livingston acknowledged receipt from James Wallace of a payment due to Edward Spear.

GLC03107.04459

Journal of J[ohn] Livingston's journey from Albany to Boston

The journal gives a daily account of the journey to Boston, including the distance traveled, and where they lodged every night.

GLC03107.04460

to Samuel Vetch re: closer correspondence

John Livingston writes that he agrees with Vetch's sentiments, and would like to enter into a closer correspondence.

GLC03107.04461

Account of Arnold M. Donald

Gilbert Livingston confirms labor performed by Arnold M. Donald.

GLC03107.04462

to Gilbert Livingston [(1718-1789)] re: instructions for a journey on a vessel

Gilbert Livingston is given instruction for how he is to conduct a trading voyage on the Sloop Batchelor.

GLC03107.04463

[Congressional resolution on half-pay]

Resolution of the United States Continental Congress on half-pay commutation signed by Charles Thomson as Secretary of Congress. Instead of half-pay, the officers were given five years full pay in money or securities on 6 percent annual interest...

GLC02437.02017

[Resolution]

Copies of two resolves. The first offers the thanks of Congress to General R. Howe for the manner in which he conducted the inquiry into the Pennsylvania Line mutiny; the second resolves to transmit the former to George Washington and have him relay...

GLC02437.02559

to Henry Knox

Talks about a petition Knox has submitted to erect a lighthouse on Franklin Island. Also briefly discusses local news, such as about agriculture.

GLC02437.08006

to [Robert Livingston] re: discussion of the steam boat

Fulton writes a letter to describe the innovations of the steam boat, and how he has calculated its certain success. Docketed on p.12.

GLC03107.04464

[Resolution of Congress repealing all previous resolutions involving the Department of Commissary General of Military Stores]

Extract from the minutes of Congress on the resolution that repealed all previous resolutions on the Department of Commissary General of Military Stores. The minutes were recorded in the War Office and signed by Jackson as Assistant Secretary of War...

GLC02437.01501

[Congressional resolution 3 September 1782]

Signed by Charles Thomson, Secretary of the Continental Congress. Location inferred from location of Continental Congress in 1782. Outlines a Congressional resolution detailing the pay and rations of officials in the Department of Commissary of...

GLC02437.01566

[Resolution of Continental Congress]

Signed by Charles Thomson, Secretary of the Continental Congress. Location inferred from location of Continental Congress in 1782. Very similar to GLC02437.01566. Outlines a Congressional resolution detailing the pay and rations of officials in...

GLC02437.01569

[Certificate to Asa Copeland]

Certifies that Asa Copeland has been serving as a Conductor of Military Stores since 21 April 1779 and that he is still serving as such. He is therefore entitled to his pay and the depreciations of his pay during this period, deducting whatever...

GLC02437.01759

to Henry Knox

Mentions that New York securities are not sellable in Massachusetts and discusses the state rate for its securities. States that the Massachusetts legislature is more agreeable to half-pay commutation than the Connecticut legislature.

GLC02437.02547