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to Henry Knox

Jackson requests that Knox attest that Jackson in the winter of 1792-1793 "went to New York at the joint instance of Mr. Bingham and yourself and negociated the transfer of Mr. Duer's right to preemtion of said lands." The lands were those purchased...

GLC02437.07207

[Estimate of probable expenses at St George]

List of expenses from "1 Decr 97 to 1 Decr 98" at the "winter establishment at Montpelier." The list includes "the Gleason family" among the expenses as well as the staff and the cost of the mills.

GLC02437.07217

[Receipt]

Documents that he received from John Norton ninety dollars worth of a building material of some kind [illegible word; possibly "spar"], which amounts to one third of a contract Norton made with Henry Knox.

GLC02437.06802

[Report upon an excursion up St. George's River]

Describes a trip up the St. Georges River he undertook, at Knox's request, to scout out the different kinds of trees available for lumber.

GLC02437.06850

to unknown [incomplete]

Discusses various friends.

GLC02437.06914

A Sketch of the Boundaries of the Land Survey'd for Maj'r Swan

Describes by tract, the border lands that have been surveyed.

GLC02437.06500

to Sarah Lyons Flucker

Discusses a bill of exchange and accounts.

GLC02437.06565

to Henry Knox

Two parts. First part dated 2 February 1796. Discusses a final settlement with Mr. [Samuel] Ogden. Also asks after Knox's brother, William. Second part dated 4 May 1796. Asks Knox to help him settle his business with Ogden.

GLC02437.06610

to Henry Knox

Mentions that he received Knox's last letter, and that Mr. [William] Bingham is looking for letters Hodgdon sent. Discusses financial transactions they are planning with Colonel [probably Clement] Biddle.

GLC02437.06650

[Opinion of James Sullivan]

Portions may have been written in the hand of Henry Knox. Apparently an opinion by Judge James Sullivan regarding the legality of financial matters and land purchase contracts relating to Henry Knox and his business associates.

GLC02437.06757

[Terms of settlement with Madam de Leval]

A negotiation of a land settlement with Madam de Leval. Contains two columns, one of which lists items "to give up," "in consideration of" items in the other column.

GLC02437.06759

to Henry Knox

Received Knox's letter and heard about his and Mrs. Knox's "affliction," but was unable to visit them to comfort them. He and his family send their condolences for the serious blow to the Knox family.

GLC02437.06888

[Expenses for board and instruction]

Lists expenses for Francis Flucker's education, such as stationery.

GLC02437.06944

to Henry Knox

Writes to introduce Knox to his friend Mr. Robert Gilmer of Baltimore and his daughter. The Gilmers are traveling to Boston and Bingham hopes they will arrive before Knox leaves Boston to go to Maine. Speaks of the virtues of Mr. Gilmer and hopes...

GLC02437.06761

to Henry Knox

Discusses the arrival of a schooner carrying items Knox was sending to Hodgdon, including spars. Mentions their plans for shipping items by vessel, such as corn, and comments extensively on the shipping industry.

GLC02437.06852

[Agreement with Miles Cobb]

Copy of GLC02437.06856.

GLC02437.06857

[Petition]

Petition on behalf of his father regarding his estate.

GLC02437.06891

to Julia Knox

Writes a letter to her cousin regarding her life in Calcutta. Sends her love to Julia's family and their friends in Boston, Massachusetts.

GLC02437.06965

to Julia Knox

Expresses her worries at not hearing any reply to the letters she wrote her and that she misses her.

GLC02437.06986

to Julia Knox

Sends her condolences about a still-born baby, possibly a sibling of Julia's and tries to comfort her.

GLC02437.07007

List of references or persons who have referred their land to the Commissioners

Lists the names of those settlers who have referred their land to the Commissioners.

GLC02437.07018

[Agreement with John Rynier]

Neater copy of GLC02437.07029. States an agreement with Rynier that Rynier will be employed under Knox as a director and principal farmer on Knox's lands.

GLC02437.07030

[Opinion]

Discusses a promissory note and states his opinion on why the note is rendered null and void.

GLC02437.07077

to Henry Knox

Asks for Knox's help in possibly obtaining a position in the revenue department as he is having difficulty supporting himself and his family in his current situation.

GLC02437.07162

to unknown

This excerpt is probably a continuation of the GLC02437.07219. Knox thanks his reader for his "zeal for my interests both at Newport and Boston," and assures him he shall receive due credit. Knox also expresses appreciation at the support of the...

GLC02437.07220

[Arguments]

Discusses the claims of some German settlers on land. Date from docket.

GLC02437.07093

[Statement]

First part includes a printed letter from George Washington asking the Secretary of War (Henry Knox) to publish a statement regarding the United States' attempts for the "re-establishment of peace and friendship" with the Indians. The second part is...

GLC02437.10589

to Joseph B. Varnum

Massachusetts Congressman Samuel Dana introduces William Whittemore to Varnum, Speaker of the House of Representatives. Informs Varnum that Whittemore will be travelling to Washington, D.C. in order to preserve the patent for "the exclusive use of...

GLC03845.07

to Henry Knox

Refers to Knox's letter of 23 November (GLC02437.04420). Thinks an indemnification should be obtained in relation to Nathanael Greene's debts. Discusses Nathanael Greene's association with John Banks. For related documents refer to GLC02437.04447...

GLC02437.04448

A list of debts due from the estate of the late General Greene

First two pages list of the amounts Nathanael Greene owed to specific individuals. Pages three and four provide a detailed summary of Greene's debts. Rutledge notes that Greene's debts can be divided into three classes: private debts, those relating...

GLC02437.04449

[Receipt from John]

A bill of $125 from John Webb to Knox for furniture removal from New York City to Philadelphia. Webb signs at the bottom that payment was received in full. Docketed by Henry Knox.

GLC02437.04787

[Receipt from John Webb]

Receipt of $125 from John Webb to Knox for furniture removal from New York City to Philadelphia. Webb signs receipt at bottom of page.

GLC02437.04788

to Thomas and Francis Flucker [incomplete]

Writes a loving letter to her sons, who are in the United States while she is abroad. Mentions making living arrangements and forming a circle of acquaintance in Calcutta. Discusses her love for her sons and tells them to listen to their kind uncle...

GLC02437.06874

[Map of South Carolina]

A manuscript copy of a printed map of a portion of South Carolina. Shows lakes, rivers, streams, forest, towns, counties, and possibly roads. Noted, "Part of SOUTH CAROLINA copied by R. Erskine F. R. S. from A Map published in London 1771." Docket...

GLC02437.10611

[Booklist]

An inventory of books and pamphlets. Sorted by pamphlets, stationery, books printed in America, etc. Title and prices are also listed.

GLC02437.10629

to Dolly Davis

Writes to his wife. Discusses camp conditions and illnesses. A draft transcript is available.

GLC02738.01

to my dear wife

He is lonely and has not heard from his wife in a while and hopes she is well. He hopes the time apart will soon pass.

GLC02740.06

to Mother

At one point they went off on an alligator hunt and had a great time. He mentions another story concerning a horse but the details are illegible.

GLC02743.06

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He talks about the change in leadership from McClellan to Burnside. He writes that McClellan is a genius but he failed to fight sometimes.

GLC02744.103

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He is unclear whether there will be any more fighting, but Burnside has pushed the rebels back. Fredricksburg has been badly damaged by artillery. Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC02744.109

[monthly return of clothing, camp, and garrison equipage]

Monthly return of clothing, camp, and garrison equipage. 30 December 1863

GLC02750.075

[clothing receipt roll]

Clothing receipt roll. Signed by one member of the Seventh Regiment and a witness.

GLC02750.109

[clothing receipt roll]

Clothing receipt roll. Signed by members of the Seventh Regiment. Includes records from 1 May-15 May 1863. Signed by Pullman as notary public and justice of the peace

GLC02750.111

[hospital record]

A surgeon informs the Commander of the Seventh Regiment, Rhode Island Volunteers that James Hoard is a patient at Lovell General Hospital

GLC02750.167

to Alfred Jones

Letter from his wife, signed "Max." Expresses her fears, anxiety, and despair over the war. Says they have heard bombing all day. Writes, "what agony would be mine to-night, did I not know this field of duty to your Country calls you, leads not to...

GLC03135.13.043

to Asa Smith

Written by William Wallace Smith to his brother Asa Smith. References receiving Smith's letter. Says he spent Thanksgiving "running round among the other camps and at dusk we got up a dress parade among the boys with a dirty torn shirt for colors and...

GLC03742.05

partial receipt for O'Brien

GLC03769.009.02

to Rosely

GLC03769.192

to R. West

Says he started down for Fernandine. Says they previously boarded an English ship loaded with salt heading for New Brunswick. The ship had a letter stating that it should try to get to Savannah, Georgia if possible, but to go to New Brunswick...

GLC03836.29

to Joshua Mauger

Encloses a letter from Mr. Sharp and hopes that Mauger will be cleared. [See letters # 239 & 240.]

GLC03902.060

Dr. Michael Francklin in account current with Joshua Mauger

GLC03902.309

[Roll of the High Council of Weber Stake]

GLC05756.017

[To the High Council of Weber Stake of Zion]

Trial between Mary and L. M. Nelson.

GLC05756.043

to body of High Council of Ogden City

Henry Rose has left and sold land that did not belong to him. This is proof of his guilt in the matter awaiting the court's decision.

GLC05756.044

Daily federal union. [Vol. 4, no. 21 (December 1, 1861)]

Subjects include the advancing of General Price, Proclamation by Gov. Brown urging Georgians to fight, Affairs in Pensacola. This issue includes a story on a prisoner of war, Major Vodges, taken at the battle of Santa Rosa Island, and the account of...

GLC05959.01.02

Daily chronicle & sentinel. [Vol. 25, no. 277 (December 1, 1862)]

List of Generals in Regular Confederate Army. An editorial discusses the idea that Lincoln will abandon the Emancipation Proclamation, which was designed as a military move, and another guest editorial works to define independence in terms of...

GLC05959.07.01

Southern confederacy. [Vol. 2, no. 254 (December 11, 1862)]

Report by Gideon Wells details the exploits of the Federal Navy for the past 12 months, including expenses and privateering missions, entitled "Report of the Federal Secretary of the Navy." "Difficulties Between General Halleck and Burnside"...

GLC05959.09.109

Weekly standard. [Vol. 29, no. 1, whole no. 1452 (December 31, 1862)]

The Yankees at Newbern, Legislature of North Carolina.
A report of the conflict with the Confederate leadership in Georgia occurs on the front page of this issue. An editorial from the Atlanta Intelligencer discusses the sovereignty of the...

GLC05959.22.04

Fayetteville observer. [Vol. 43, no. 2374 (December 1, 1862)]

Morgan Escapes.

GLC05959.34.09

to Libbie Elmore

He mentions Sherman's army and their strategies. They are owed four months pay now. He suspects taxes will be high this years. Written near Savannah, Georgia

GLC06588.180

to Libbie Elmore

He thanks her for all the tasty food that has come in the mail and offers a kiss as payment. He and Willard are very well and he weighs more than he ever has before.

GLC06588.264

to Bruce Elmore

She tells him to worry about not having enough money for taxes and that she will send some money in the mail. Hettie has been staying with her the past few days.

GLC06588.269

to Libbie Elmore

Everyone was disappointed by Burnside's loss at Fredricksburg but are now cheering up. They are are staying in very comfortable quarters currently. One of their duties besdies picket is cutting wood for the regiment.

GLC06588.274

[Texas land indenture witnessed by Stephen W. Blount]

Certifies Obediah Hendrick's purchase of land in San Augustine, Texas, from William Ward for $230. John Hendrick signed as Obediah Hendrick's lawyer and A. Hotchiss signed as "P Judge." Blount signed as a witness along with J.D. Thomas.

GLC06624.09

(House of Representatives.) . . . A bill to raise a tax for the support of the government.

stamp of record division

GLC06745.058

(House bill, no. .) . . . A bill continuing in pay all discharged soldiers by reason of wounds and injuries received in the service.

stamp of record division

GLC06745.063

. (House bill, no.[blank].) . . . A bill to be entitled an Act to amend the law in relation to substitutes.

stamp of record division

GLC06745.064

(House of Representatives, no. 7.) . . . Resolution directory of Select Committee on Finance.

stamp of record division

GLC06745.065

[Monthly return of clothing, camp, and garrison equipage]

Signed by Walker, commanding Company B, 9th Louisiana Volunteers.

GLC08649.09

to Estelle Spero

Note alerting Estelle to the fact that enclosed with the letter is one print and two negatives, and a short explanation to accompany the picture.

GLC09120.315

to Estelle Spero

Note stating that enclosed with the letter is an article from November 15 1943.

GLC09120.316

to Estelle Spero

Diamond describes his day, stating that "at last - nothing to say". He ends the letter by commenting that he should have married Estelle.

GLC09120.317

diary entries December 1st-10th, year unknown

discusses where he marched and camped each day and the weather.

GLC09271.05

to Eleanor Hammond

Received two letters from her last night, one dated 11/23/64 and the other 11/25/64. Happy she included four extra postage stamps in one of them. Leg is "almost well." Weather is "very warm." Has recovered from his cold. Beef for dinner tonight. If...

GLC09273.12

John Selden

One engraving of John Selden dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by W. Hall. Original portrait dates to 1654.

GLC08878.1616

James Stuart, Duke of Richmond

One engraving of James Stuart dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by John Cochran.

GLC08878.1617

Dorothy Sidney, Countess of Leicester

One engraving of Dorothy Sidney, Countess of Leicester dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Thomas Ryall.

GLC08878.1618

Robert Rich, Earl of Warwick

One engraving of Robert Rich, Earl of Warwick dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Robinson.

GLC08878.1619

William Seymour, Marquis of Hertford

One engraving of William Seymour, Marquis of Hertford dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Robinson.

GLC08878.1620

Lucy Percy, Countess of Carlisle

One engraving of Lucy Percy, Countess of Carlisle dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Thomas Ryall.

GLC08878.1621

Archibald Campbell, Marguis of Argyll

One engraving of Archibald Campbell, Marquis of Argyll dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Willian Henry Mote.

GLC08878.1622

Charlotte de la Tremouille, Countess of Derby

One engraving of Charlotte de la Tremouille, Countess of Derby dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Thomas Ryall.

GLC08878.1623

William Kerr, Earl of Lothian

One engraving of William Kerr, Earl of Lothian dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by William Henry Mote.

GLC08878.1657

Anne Clifford, Countess of Dorset, Pembroke, and Montgomery

One engraving of Anne Clifford, Countess of Dorset, Pembroke, and Montgomery dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Thomas Ryall.

GLC08878.1658

John Powelett, Marquis of Winchester

One engraving of John Powelett, Marquis of Winchester dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Robinson.

GLC08878.1659

Edward Hyde, Earl of Clarendon

One engraving of Edward Hyde, Earl of Clarendon dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by John Cochran.

GLC08878.1660

Sir Philip Sydney

One engraving of Sir Philip Sydney dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Robinson.

GLC08878.1661

Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester

One engraving of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Thomas Ryall.

GLC08878.1662

Ambrose Dudley, Earl of Warwick

One engraving of Ambrose Dudley, Earl of Warwick dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Thomas Ryall.

GLC08878.1663

Ambrose Dudley, Earl of Warwick

One engraving of Ambrose Dudley, Earl of Warwick dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by William Henry Mote.

GLC08878.1664

Cardinal Allen

One engraving of William Allen dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by John Cochran.

GLC08878.1665

Philip Howard, Earl of Arunde

One engraving of Philip Howard, Earl of Arundel dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Thomas Ryall.

GLC08878.1666

to Robert L. Stone

A thank you note from Howard C. Petersen who just became Assistant Secretary of War.

Post-Script- He asks that Bob let him know if he can do anything to get Bob a regular army commission.

GLC09620.192

to Sheila Stone

A thank you note from Bob Dole for a copy of "Letters in a Box." He enclosed a copy of his own war memoir, GLC09620.347. It is signed by Bob Dole.

A note with the collection states "Dick Button introduced me to his friend John Zentay, a Washington...

GLC09620.213

[to "My Cousin Mrs. Sau"]

GLC09327.15

[Abolitionist broadside]

Abolitionist broadside endorsed "Distributed in the streets of Boston Thursday evening Dec.1, 1859, the day before the execution of John Brown." Bold text reads: "Let their epitaphs remain unwritten until the not distant day when no slave shall clank...

GLC09332

to Annie

has received a full discharge from the army. hopes his arm will be entirely well by the Spring.

GLC09354.13

to parents

Has thought of a few more things they should put in his box, among them "a good tin-plated iron spoon" and a couple of plates. Also wants a towel, a coffee cup, and something "to fry pork in this winter." Is thinking of having his overcoat lined...

GLC09355.032

to parents

Has time to write more now. "We are quite comfortably situated." The bunks are one on top of the other, "steamboat style." Most of the time needed to build it is spent cutting and hauling the wood necessary for it. Considers the last movements before...

GLC09355.033

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Pepi, Mad, Adele and her mother.

GLC09414.0460