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to George Washington

A brief description of lands for sale. Document is unsigned but appears to be in Knox's handwriting.

GLC02437.06247

to Henry Knox

Warns Knox he published some observations in a local newspaper regarding what he perceived as "offensive" passages written in Knox's report to the President (George Washington).

GLC02437.06322

to George Washington

Knox discusses public reaction to Jay's Treaty, which had just been ratified candidates to fill the vacant position of U.S. Attorney General, the arrival in the U.S. of Lafayette's son, who had just escaped from Revolutionary France, mutual friends...

GLC02437.06510

to George Washington

Writes to recommend several people to serve as American Commissioners to Great Britain, including a Mr. [Christopher] Gore, a Mr. [Theophilus] Parsons, and Judge [James] Sullivan, the Attorney-General of Massachusetts, "in pursuance of the late...

GLC02437.06633

to Stephen Bruce

Informs Bruce he is thinking about an unspecified subject. Also mentions a remedy for some illness being found in Boston. Lists three people or positions on docket leaf.

GLC02437.06120

to Francois Jean Chastellux

Discusses the changes made to the Society of the Cincinnati and whether Chastellux approves of the alterations made to the Society. Mentions he hopes to approve Chastellux 's idea of reconciling the glory of the army with the society of the citizens...

GLC02437.06131

[Minutes from the Society of the Cincinnati]

Extract from the minutes of the Society of the Cincinnati on July 3, 1794. "The Treasurer reported that the Diplomas ordered to be procured by Messieurs Boudinot and Dayton were printed, but the President general had not signed them - Ordered that...

GLC02437.06132

to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox's upcoming trip to Maine. Requests Knox inform him which areas will be best to raise a town and a port in Machias, Maine. Speaks of trying to prevent depredation on the land. Mentions needing a man with some "respectability & even...

GLC02437.06153

to Henry Knox

Requests Knox to bring his (Bingham's) "Business" to the Council today. Mentions the United States will assume the suit and provide security.

GLC02437.06158

to Henry Knox

Expresses his disappointment over Knox's infrequent visits to the area. Discusses a gentleman who will be sailing and mentions a packet that was unable to sail. Also notes they will have three more packets in two days. Reports the passages Knox...

GLC02437.06159

to Henry Knox

Expresses his concern and suspicions over the person considered for the constructor position. Mentions needing a man of professional abilities and temperance in living for the position. Recommends a foreman name Cheesemon for the appointment.

GLC02437.06161

[Deed on Brigadiers Island]

A deed of sale for Brigadiers Island (present day Sears Island) in the Bay of Penobscot in present-day Maine. The deed is from William Griffin, Nathan Griffin, William Staples, Alexander Young, Jotham Staples, and Thomas Pendleton to Henry Knox....

GLC02437.06188

to unknown

An estimate of labor and materials needed to complete the frame of a house on Brigadiers Island, Maine (present day Sears Island).

GLC02437.06192

[Agreement for survey work]

An agreement made by Amos Barrett and James Malcom regarding survey work for Henry Knox and Charles Barrett. The agreement states which areas will be explored and surveyed to determine the placement of a 100 foot road. The road will run from the...

GLC02437.06197

to Henry Knox

Recommends Captain Moses Wallah for an appointment to command in the national service of the military line. Lists Wallah's accomplishments, including the militia he raised in Boston, Massachusetts.

GLC02437.06199

to Henry Knox

Recommends a captain for a position in the national army. Notes the gentleman has distinguished himself as an officer and is currently in the Boston, Massachusetts regiment of militia.

GLC02437.06207

to Messrs. Brown and Francis

Discusses sheep he had previously inquired about. Requests they obtain two rams, four or six ewes, and to carefully ship them to Joseph Peirce.

GLC02437.06285

[Henry Knox's account with Mr. Burton]

A detailed listing of Henry Knox's account with Mr. William Burton. Lists amounts billed, paid, and still owing. The account might for Knox's brother, William Knox. Date was added at a later date in pen and pencil. A note at bottom of the letter...

GLC02437.06297

to Joseph Anthony

Discusses a business transaction involving himself, [Joseph] Anthony, [Thomas] Randall, and Mr. [William] Crammond. Says Randall has requested Knox pay $12,000 (likely a debt Knox owed to Randall) to Mr. Crammond. Appears Randall and possibly...

GLC02437.06307

[An agreement between Henry Knox, William Bingham, and Joseph Anthony]

Appears to be a draft of an agreement between Henry Knox, William Bingham, and Joseph Anthony and his firm. The agreement possibly involves lands in Maine and the sale prices of the lands. Date was added later in pen but appears to be taken from...

GLC02437.06313

to Henry Knox

Congratulates Knox on his resignation from the position of Secretary at War and offers his services for any position that Knox might want him to help with.

GLC02437.06361

to Henry Knox

Forwards Knox a plan of association and asks for his opinion about it.

GLC02437.06362

to William Bingham

Discusses finances. Date from docket.

GLC02437.06365

[Articles of Agreement between William Bingham and David Cobb]

An agreement made between Bingham and Cobb for "several large and valuable tracts of Land in Sundry parts of the district Main" of Bingham's land. Cobb is named agent and superintendent of the land and agrees to reside on the land where he can...

GLC02437.06368

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox if he has received any letters from Henry Jackson as he is waiting for a reply from him.

GLC02437.06402

to Henry Knox

Asks for a bond. Upper left portion of the page is clipped.

GLC02437.06406

to Henry Knox

Discusses the sale of shares and land business. Asks that Knox make enquiries in New York and expresses regret for not forwarding him copies of some documents.

GLC02437.06409

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to settle an issue regarding diplomas of the Society of the Cincinnati, specifically for the one in New Jersey. Noted as written at Rosehill.

GLC02437.06413

[Statement for the survey of land]

First part is a statement where John Harkness and James Malcolm swear to perform their duties as surveyors to the best of their ability. Second part states that Mason Wheaton served as a witness to Harkness and Malcolm's oath. Noted as written on...

GLC02437.06432

to William Bingham

Discusses business related to an upcoming trip of Knox's to Maine. Also informs Bingham that he hopes to be in Boston soon. Last page may or may not be a continuation of the first two and is noted as written to Bingham.

GLC02437.06434

to Henry Knox

Discusses their business relating to the Maine lands

GLC02437.06435

to Henry Knox

Writes that he is happy to hear that Knox has arrived as far as Boston, Massachusetts safely and discusses business. Free frank signed by William Bingham.

GLC02437.06441

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox about the events in the Senate and a treaty. as well as other business matters. Free frank signed by William Bingham.

GLC02437.06452

to Samuel Adams

Writes a recommendation for David Fales to Adams as the governor of Massachusetts, for the position of Justice of the Peace.

GLC02437.06455

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox about his intentions regarding a certain tract of land and if there would be any compensation for settlers on that land.

GLC02437.06460

to Henry Knox

Expresses his happiness in hearing that Knox and his family have arrived in Thomaston, Maine safely. Mentions going away himself and discusses finances in regards to property and the settlement of various areas of the country.

GLC02437.06465

to Henry Knox

Discusses financial problems with making payments.

GLC02437.06467

to Henry Knox

Discusses financial business and expresses disappointment at not being able to "dispose of any Portion of the Maine Lands in Europe-"

GLC02437.06478

to Henry Knox

Discusses reactions to a treaty, possibly Jay's Treaty, as well as a war in Europe.

GLC02437.06491

to Henry Knox

Discusses land business and mentions an overflowing river that has done quite a bit of damage to the property along its banks. Mentions Knox's upcoming trip to Boston.

GLC02437.06494

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox about the status of his business.

GLC02437.06496

to Henry Knox

Assures Knox that the work will be done and that his business will be taken care of.

GLC02437.06501

to Henry Knox

Discusses business and the management of financial affairs.

GLC02437.06503

to Henry Knox

Discusses the purchase of land in Connecticut and other business related to land.

GLC02437.06507

to John Barnes

Three parts. First dated Boston 5 September and addressed to John Barnes and Thomas Jaquett. Second addressed to Thomas L. Moore and third addressed to Jonathan Meredith. All discuss Knox's business dealings with George Meade.

GLC02437.06517

to Henry Knox

Discusses a business proposition and the ability of the land to turn a profit.

GLC02437.06518

to Henry Knox

Expresses his apologies that Knox's land proposals have failed and discusses the difficulties they are having in selling the Maine lands.

GLC02437.06522

to Henry Knox

Discusses the attempt to sell Maine lands to the Europeans. Suggests that Knox make a trip to England.

GLC02437.06526

to Henry Knox

Expresses his eagerness to hear from Knox after his trip to a town to look at land.

GLC02437.06530

to Henry Knox

Wants to set up some kind of system in order to deal with the disposal of the land they own in Maine. Would like to have someone in England that they trust to help promote the sale of the land.

GLC02437.06532