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to William Heath

Writes that Captain [Thomas] Seward has informed him of the "ruinous" state of brass items in the stores. Suggests "the propriety of replacing the cannon, giving them a proper supply of ammunition and sending 20,000 rounds for the infantry - Capt...

GLC02437.01502

to Congress

Written by Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp. Knox gives a report on the state of West Point soon before his intended departure for Boston. Notes the dissolution of several companies/corps. Gives status of hospital, cannon, ammunition and supplies...

GLC02437.02903

[Orders regarding the Act of Congress to reduce the infantry]

Discusses arrangements made in light of the Congressional resolve to discharge most of the Continental troops. Writes, "General Knox cannot take leave of this remnant of the Continental Army without expressing his ardent wishes for their future...

GLC02437.03016

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox if he will help him request a settlement of his accounts. So far he has been unsuccessful, and the Paymaster General's office, headed by Mr. [John] Pierce, has not been authorized by Congress to perform the necessary actions.

GLC02437.03284

to Henry Knox

Writes that a number of people have asked him to contact Knox about settling on the northwest corner of the Waldo patent lands. Believes the value of the land would improve if Knox had good settlers, so would like to Know if Knox is interested in...

GLC02437.04246

to Daniel Cony

Received his recent letter regarding persons of good character who would like to settle on the Waldo patent lands. Asks that he refer the applicants to Captain Thomas Vose and David Fales, who act as his agents on-site. Emphasizes his interest in...

GLC02437.04310

to William Constable

Knox notes receipt of Constable's letter of 17 September 1790. Writes that although he told Constable on 23 July that he would "accept the terms...for the St. Lawrence lands," three months have gone by and he cannot be expected to honor the same...

GLC02437.04734

to Henry Knox

Dane discusses a proposition Knox offered him the day before. Dane details the provisions of the propositions of "Mr. Thorndike." Dane lists the finances and land purchase opportunities related to this matter, mentioning Henry Jackson and Benjamin...

GLC02437.07230

to Henry Knox

Davis notes to Knox that he (Davis) has the task of selling the lands from the estate of "the late Mr. Flucker." Davis relates to Knox how the process is coming along and notes the difficulties involved, especially with selling the Duckpond Lands.

GLC02437.07312

to Henry Knox

Davis has received Knox's letter regarding "Trucky" and "Johnson." Davis believes he will have to work with Truky "as the receipt...expressly recognizes that he is to have a deed." Davis will insist "upon the whole money in hand, according to the...

GLC02437.07345

to Henry Knox

Writes that he understands a Republican coalition has prepared a petition to get him impeached. Explains that this coalition argues Copeland should be removed due to dishonest economic dealings, such as taking a bribe. Asks for Knox's help.

GLC02437.08001

Receipt of wheat from Johannes Yager of rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04588

Receipt of wheat from Tobias Miller of rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04589

Receipt of wheat from James Miller for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04590

Receipt of wheat from Mathias Miller for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04591

Receipt of wheat from John Rossman of rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04592

Receipt of wheat from John Silvernail for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04593

Receipt of wheat from John F. Shafer for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04594

Receipt of wheat from Peter Krine for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04595

Receipt of wheat from John Tincelpagh for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04596

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

GLC03107.04597

Receipt of wheat from Philip Pulver for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04598

Receipt of wheat from Hendrick Ribenburgh for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04599

Receipt of wheat from Peter M. Ham for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04600

Receipt of wheat from Cristobhel Kaughatom for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04601