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to Isaac Winslow

Informs Winslow that he is sorry for the delay in sending "the deeds respecting the lands in Nottingham [west]." Winslow's recent letter has removed objections Knox had to signing the deeds, so he will forward them by way of Henry Jackson. Outlines...

GLC02437.04626

to Isaac Winslow

Signature is partially missing. Knox says Samuel Winslow is planning to draw two bills, each for $250 at 15 days sight, upon him. The payment is supposed to be an advance for the money Samuel is set to receive for the buyout of their interest in the...

GLC02437.05855

[Indenture between Henry Knox and the Winslow brothers]

Copy. Legal document involving a land exchange between Knox and Samuel and Isaac Winslow.

GLC02437.05943

[Deed from Joseph Gross]

Legal document stating Joseph Gross sold Abel Curtis a lot of land in Frankfort, County of Hancock, District of Maine. Curtis paid £12. Witnessed by Francis Goodwin, Justice of the Peace. Also signed by William Webber, Register of Deeds.

GLC02437.05957

[Receipt of contract]

A receipt of $800 for an enclosed contract. Contract and money was delivered by Henry Jackson on behalf of Henry Knox to Ebenezer Dunton and Tileston Cushing. The document is marked as a copy. Another date was added in pencil of 17 April 1794....

GLC02437.06076

to Isaac Winslow

Writes that upon arriving at home, he found his family to be in good health. Discusses their land speculation projects which involve Henry Knox, including possible conspiracies against them by local forces in Maine.

GLC02437.06621

[Deed to Hosea Cushing]

Authorizes the sale of a tract of Henry Knox's land to Hosea Cushing. Noted as a copy.

GLC02437.07024

[Certificate]

Certifies that he has relinquished his claim on land in Maine. A second part, written and signed by David Fales, dated 29 September 1801 in Lincoln, states that Richards relinquished his claim of his own free will.

GLC02437.07047

to Henry Knox

Writes to say hello to Knox and his family and mentions the unrest in Europe.

GLC02437.07051

Report

Docket reads that this document is a report "given by Robt Houston...of the murder of a Mr. Winslow a resident near Portland."

GLC02437.07444

Agreement

Agreement between Knox and Life Wilson. Wilson will take care of the saw mills, grist mills, locks, and canals in Warren County. Wilson is also in charge the employees of the these mills. They agree to split the shares of the grist mill. Knox...

GLC02437.07480

to Henry Knox

One letter addressed to Henry Knox from Richard Cutts dated July 25, 1804. Would love to join Knox in Portland, but it is impossible at present, because he is expecting ships to arrive from the West Indies very soon. May be able to visit next month...

GLC02437.07871

[Bill for William Knox]

William Knox bought 54 reams of various kinds of paper from Thomas Cushing and Co. The total came to £240.10. Signed, "pr John Amory Jnr."

GLC02437.08443

[Receipt]

Receipt for a "Second Hand Chariot with Harness compleat" that Henry Knox bought from Isaac Winslow.

GLC02437.08720

[Receipt]

Note of receipt that Benjamin Daggatt has received $54.12 from Vose. Also includes another note of receipt on the verso written in Henry Knox's hand and signed by Benjamin Daggatt.

GLC02437.08795

[Bill]

List of transactions between Benjamin Wilson and James Head, mostly relating to rum.

GLC02437.08799

[Certificate]

Partially printed document with subsequent information written in by hand. Certifies that James Wilson is enlisted in the infantry under Captain John Southack's command, which will be sent to Canada. Also verified, signed and dated by Habijah Sway...

GLC02437.08930

to Samuel Waldo

Discusses the settling of Waldo's eastern lands.

GLC02437.08955

to Samuel Waldo

Discusses having Europeans come to settle their lands, mainly Germans.

GLC02437.08956

to Samuel Waldo

Recommends a Mr. Sanderson, who is on his way to Boston, to Waldo. Noted as written in Milton, state and/or country unknown.

GLC02437.08957

[Receipt]

Receipt for a note Thomas Flucker gave Winslow, which had been given to Flucker in turn by Benjamin Wait.

GLC02437.09095

to Henry Knox

No addresses is listed, but previous research determined the addressee was Henry Knox. Written from "Milton." Discusses financial exchanges and land deals.

GLC02437.09100

to Henry Knox

Discusses business relating to the Waldo patent. Mentions cousin[s] Isaac Winslow and Samuel Winslow, as well as attorney Benjamin Hichborn.

GLC02437.09132

to Henry Knox

Writes that he received the letter Knox sent to Winslow's cousin, also named Isaac Winslow. Will attend to Knox's request that they accept the boundaries of the Muscongus patent that the General Court put forth. Discusses other financial business...

GLC02437.09133

to Henry Knox

Declares that in a previous letter he wrote that all those interested in the Waldo patent had complied with requests from the legislature. Discusses the difficulties that these rulings might create in enforcing them. Also mentions difficulties in...

GLC02437.09140

to Isaac Winslow

May be written on Knox's behalf by his assistant, Samuel Shaw. Though docket notes that the addressee is Samuel Winslow, the document itself lists the addressee as Isaac Winslow. In response to Winslow's earlier letter, discusses legal arrangements...

GLC02437.09141

to Henry Knox

Discusses difficulties relating to their lime business. Mentions dealings with a Captain Hall, as well as a possible upcoming visit from Mr. Samuel Winslow.

GLC02437.09148

to Henry Knox

Writes that per Knox's request, he has asked Mr. [Edward H.] Robbins for advice about paying taxes on the Waldo patent lands, and Mr. Robbins suggests that they "rest quiet" until payment is demanded. Provides other advice from Mr. Robbins. Also...

GLC02437.09164

to Isaac Winslow, Sr.

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. May be incomplete. Discusses several issues relating to the Waldo patent lands, including bonds forwarded to Knox by Mr. Sullivan, and the transfer of power of attorney.

GLC02437.09165

to Henry Knox

Discusses various issues relating to the Waldo patent, including correspondence with his cousins Isaac and Samuel Winslow, and Mr. [Edward H.] Robinson.

GLC02437.09166

to Henry Knox

Provides information on the members of the Eastern Committee in the Legislature, including General [Rufus] Putnam. Discusses the powers the committee feels it possesses regarding interfering in the Waldo patent land negotiations. Also comments on...

GLC02437.09168

to Isaac Winslow, Jr.

Discusses documents he has recently examined which suggest a dispute over the estate of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo between his son Samuel Waldo, and his sons-in-law Isaac Winslow (father of the addressee) and Thomas Flucker (father-in-law of...

GLC02437.09172

to Henry Knox

Writes that he and his cousin (likely Isaac Winslow, Sr.) have read Knox's notes regarding the Waldo patent and discussed the claims of Mrs. [possibly Sarah] Waldo (wife of the late Samuel Waldo, Jr.). Provides several notes on the subject, as well...

GLC02437.09173

to Isaac Winslow, Jr.

Declares that the papers he and Winslow have on the claim of Mrs. [possibly Sarah] Waldo on the Waldo estate are likely all the papers that exist. Discusses Mrs. Waldo's claim, and asks that Winslow, his brother [Samuel Winslow], and his cousin...

GLC02437.09174

to Samuel Winslow

Discusses legal issues concerning the land owned and taxes owed by his late mother-in-law, Hannah Flucker, in Falmouth, Maine. Extracts are included which list out who the land was sold to and the amount of taxes paid. Expresses his desire to...

GLC02437.09202

to Henry Knox

Discussing financial issues related to Waldo's patent, a large tract of land owned by Knox that previously belonged to his wife's family. Discusses taxes on the land, the desire of the residents of the patent to have their lands surveyed, and...

GLC02437.09221

[Abstract of pay for Captain William Dana's company in Henry Knox's artillery regiment]

Lists rank and pay for February- April 1776.

GLC02437.09517

[Pay abstract of Captain William Dana's company in Henry Knox's artillery regiment]

Includes a list of officers and their corresponding pay in Dana's Company, covering January and February 1776.

GLC02437.09526

[Pay abstract for Captain Perkins's company in Henry Knox's regiment of artillery]

Contains a list of officers and their corresponding pay for the month of June 1776. Docket indicates Burbeck's company was paid in August 1776.

GLC02437.09531

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for James Sheridan of the Invalid Regiment]

Colonel Nicola recommends Sheridan for a "furlough to fallow field in Chester County, Pennsylvania, 'til the first April." Directs his request to a General, possibly Henry Knox, and notes that Sheridan's leave will complete the number of furloughs...

GLC02437.09592

[Recommendation for furloughs for David Hall, Robert Matthews, and William Goodrich]

Captain Bushnell recommends the following furloughs: Corporal Hall for forty days, Private Matthews for twenty-five days, and Private Goodrich for eighteen days. Directs his recommendation to Major General Henry Knox. Written at Constitution Island

GLC02437.09598

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Captain Kirkpatrick]

Captain Dellezenne recommends Kirkpatrick, of the corps of sappers and miners, for a fifty day leave of absence to go to Delaware, where "he has particular business with the legislature of that State." Directs his recommendation to Major General...

GLC02437.09655

to unknown

Discusses a case of smallpox that is spreading throughout Boston and getting people from Europe to settle lands in the colonies. Also writes concerning the preparations on the land for the incoming settlers. Includes a post script dated 14 May....

GLC02437.10415

to Henry Knox

Solicit Knox's support for appointment as Inspector of Excise. Notes he has already sent his petition to President George Washington and hopes Knox can wield some influence over the president. Believes Knox can attest to his character and that he...

GLC02437.04893

to Marinus Willett

Marked "Private." Says that George Washington has showed him Willett's letter of 31 July. Knows that Willett was interested in a government position, but understands that he turned down an offer for the sheriff's office for the city and county of...

GLC02437.05104

to Henry Knox

Forwards a keg of "Ohio Water Fish" to Knox that has been "soaked well for twenty Hours, they will not be unpalatable - " Also informs Knox that he replied to his earlier letter. Noted as written at Fort Washington, which was in Cincinnati, Ohio.

GLC02437.05684

to Charles Davies

Letter is possibly a copy. Relays an anecdote she heard about her father, titled "Anecdote of [George] Washington." "Washington always kept this useful & scientific officer near his own person; he not only honored him with confidence, but with...

GLC02437.09898

to Jonathan Williams

Announces the surrender of the British and German forces under Lord Cornwallis at the Battle of Yorktown, which occurred two days earlier. Explains that the enemy was given the same terms of surrender that the American forces received at Charleston...

GLC02437.01250

Return of Military Stores in the Magazine at Williamsburg.

Contemporary copy of GLC02437.01267. Lists quanties of ordnance. Compiled shortly after the siege of Yorktown. Jones was a Deputy Field Commissary of Military Stores under the command of Colonel Edward Carrington.

GLC02437.01266

to Henry Knox

Happy to receive news of Lord Cornwallis's surrender: "The Effect this reverse of Fortune has on the british Government is similar to what we often see in a man mad with Rage - Vengeance, Death Destruction foams at his mouth although he has not...

GLC02437.01304

[Copy of a letter from Captain Jones adjutant to the Commissioner of War]

Writes, "Copy of a letter from Captain Jones adjutant to the Commissioner of War - We have eleven Boats at Westham at present unmanned. There are twelve Canoes under the direction of Nathaniel Anderson properly equiped. I have a sum of Specie...

GLC02437.01324

to Abraham Williams

Writes to inform Williams that he will remain as an agent for the late 6th Massachusetts Regiment. To Captain A. Williams, Fort Major.

GLC02437.02659

to Henry Knox

When Williams recently arrived at Springfield, he found the arsenal unoccupied by troops. Reports on the present situation at Springfield. Discusses the plan for the issue of rations. Complains that the allowance of firewood "is very insufficient...

GLC02437.02935

to Henry Knox

Major Williams reports he has applied to Dr. Waldo of Springfield to attend sick men under Williams's care. Waldo requests that an order be created for the procurement of provisions in the hands of "Widow Pincher." Encloses a provision return...

GLC02437.02952

to Henry Knox

Writes to inquire about an unsettled account against the late Mr. [Thomas] Flucker, Knox's father-in-law. Recently looked over his old account books and found that goods which were taken up by Flucker after Williams's departure (he apparently went...

GLC02437.03265

to Otho Holland Williams

Writes, "I would be much obliged to you to forward me the papers, proceedings, and records of the general Society of the Cincinnati." Has had frequent applications from Europe for membership. Reminds him that the information should be kept secure....

GLC02437.03269

to William Davis, Jr.

Secretarially written and signed. Docket identifies it as a copy. Writes that he received Davis's request for certificates from the Commissioner of Army Accounts specifying the amounts due to John Childs and Samuel Chase. Encloses the certificates...

GLC02437.03281

to J. Willard

Parsons, perhaps a descendant of General Samuel Holden Parsons (1737-1789), writes to Mr. Willard: "Herewith I send a copy of the correspondence between General Knox and General Parsons which you desired. I have compared the copy carefully with the...

GLC02437.03305

[Receipt for weapons and ammunition]

Receipt for muskets, flint, cartridges, etc. for David Humphreys' regiment.

GLC02437.03464

to Henry Knox

Requests Knox's help in getting Congress to compensate him for the loss of his property during the Revolution. Mentions that many articles were taken from Noddles Island either for use of the American army or to keep them out of the hands of the...

GLC02437.03516

to Jeremiah Wadsworth

Writes to Colonel Wadsworth to inform him of the lack of provisions at Springfield. Emphasize the need for the soldiers to be paid as they are now dependent on their credit. Believes this problem should take precedence over recruiting efforts.

GLC02437.03520

[Receipt of payment]

Receipt for $3,000. "Drawn by the Board of Treasury on Will Imlay Esqr receiver of Continental Taxes for the State of Connecticut in account of pay due to the Troops of the Quota of Connecticutt." The troops were raised to quell Shays's Rebellion.

GLC02437.03552

to Henry Knox

Writes to introduce the bearer of the letter, Mr. Samuel Hanson, who is seeking a position in government. Believes Mr. Hanson has "good natural abilities, improved by a liberal education," and that Knox would be pleased with his services.

GLC02437.04131

to Henry Knox

Has written to several members of Congress about his desire to receive an appointment in the new Government. Declares that Knox knows his family well and knows that he has always been a "staunch friend to my Country." Also mentions his misfortune...

GLC02437.04183

to Henry Knox

Writes that he "presume[s] upon their early friendship" to introduce to Knox a Captain All, the bearer of this letter, who he has known for fourteen years. Knows him as a capable man well-suited to working on behalf of his country. Believes that in...

GLC02437.04186

[Letter from Jonathan Williams to Thomas McKean, forwarded to Henry Knox]

Printed letter from Jonathan Williams to Thomas McKean, "Chief Judge of the Supreme Judicial Court of Pennsylvania." Forwarded to Henry Knox and signed by hand, "The Honble. H Knox Esq. from his affectionate & respectfull Friend & obedt Servant The...

GLC02437.04285

to Henry Knox

Writes to remind Knox of his friend Mr. Samuel Newman. Thinks Knox might know him by reputation from the army, and declares that he is so attached to military life that he awakens to the sounds of "Reveille" in his head. Asks for Knox's help...

GLC02437.04330

to Jonathan Williams

Thanks him for his two recent letters relating to Judge [Thomas] McKean (see GLC02437.04285) and to Captain Newman (see GLC02437.04330). Writes that he will not compliment him on his public letter to the judge, but whenever he has heard merchants...

GLC02437.04351

to Henry Knox

Writes to thank Knox for his replies to his recent letters. Mentions that he and his wife are happy to announce they will be "permanent Citizens[s] of these States," and hopes to be close enough to Knox to renew their friendship. Thanks him for his...

GLC02437.04353

to Henry Knox

Explains that he did not see Knox's letter of 21 July 1790 until now because Williams had been in Sweet Springs, Virginia on account of his health. He mentions an unexpected excerpt "from Col. Harmar's letter" that Knox sent. Williams says that...

GLC02437.04737

to Jonathan Williams

References Williams's letter of 27 May (GLC02437.04961). Has forwarded Mr. Bradford's letter. Says that he cannot say much about his application other than he "esteems him highly, and it would afford me real satisfaction to serve him." Writes,...

GLC02437.05028

to Marinus Willet

Writes to officially appoint Willet Brigadier General of the army. Lists the other members of the General Staff, including A[nthony] Wayne, D. Morgan, John Brooks, and James Wilkinson. Wishes him the best of luck. Very similar to GLC02437.05409.

GLC02437.05410

to Marinus Willett

Writes that he regrets Willett's decision not to accept an appointment as Brigadier General. Mentions that the President has read Willett's letter regarding his negative views on the Indian War. Seems to comment on many of the points Willett made...

GLC02437.05420

to Otho Holland Williams

Marked "private." Discusses Brigadier General Morgan's appointment in the Army as second in command. Says it is rumored that he will decline the appointment. Believes if this occurs the President would support Williams being nominated as his...

GLC02437.05445

to Henry Knox

Thanks him for his letter, and is flattered to learn that Knox believes the President thinks highly of him. However, does not think he can accept a command in the army at this time. Cites his ill health and his desire to remain with his family....

GLC02437.05451

to Henry Knox

Marked "private." Received several of his letters. Writes that he did respond to a particular letter written earlier from Knox. Is very sincere in his apology for refusing his military appointment. Adds that he is furthermore not tempted to...

GLC02437.05462

to Henry Knox

Wrote this letter to "commit to paper my views for an Establishment in the Province of Maine." Wants to settle in America and set up a mercantile settlment. Wants to supply the inhabitants of Maine and believes such a settlement will draw more...

GLC02437.06026

to Henry Knox

Writes on behalf of James Davidson stating that "Mr. Davidson's absence at Baltimore makes it impossible to comply with the contents of your Letter 'till his return which will be in about Ten days as we have not at present the quantity of clear...

GLC02437.06534

to Henry Knox

Written by the firm of Willing & Francis. Reports that a shipment of wine has arrived for Knox, and the firm will store it carefully and await his instructions for disposition of it.

GLC02437.06773

to Henry Knox

Discusses sending wine from Madeira.

GLC02437.06907

to Mr. White

Letterpress copy. Discusses his concerns about the navy, and mentions a "few ships of War, and the french [sic] have a few, would in a few days convey an army of ten thousand blacks and people of color in Vessels seized from our own citizens."...

GLC02437.07154

to Henry Knox

Davis discusses Knox's lands and possible buyers, particularly about the Duck-pond lands. Much depends on whether the "timber and wood has not been intirely plundered." Davis offers Knox his help if Knox wants to sell his land, but Davis insists he...

GLC02437.07307

to Henry Knox

Davis tells Knox that he has just returned from Boston. He goes over the progress he has made in selling Knox's land and encloses $200 to Knox. Davis tells Knox he could do more to facilitate sales if he were not so busy in court.

GLC02437.07317

to Daniel Davis

Knox has received Davis's letter of October 15 with $200. Knox tells Davis to sell the Duck pond lands for cash if possible. Knox says it will take him some time to divide the lands.

GLC02437.07319

to Henry Knox

Davis tells Knox about the progress he is making in his negotiations over Knox's land. In a postscript, Davis tells Knox he received his letter of October 20 (GLC02437.07319). Davis says, "I have been offered what the Duck pond lands were sold at...

GLC02437.07320

to Daniel Davis

Knox has received Davis's letter of November 6, "but has not had time to have prepared and executed power of attorney for the sale of Mrs. Knox's lands." He says he business with Mr. Bridge requires "good faith." Discusses the Duck pond lands. Knox...

GLC02437.07326

to Henry Knox

Davis says he forgot to mention in another letter to Knox that he inquired about lumber purchases. Davis tells Knox that "the danger of being froze for the winter in your river will prevent any sale of lumber for vessells now in this port for this...

GLC02437.07327

to Henry Knox

Davis discusses bank notes and Mrs. Knox's lands. Davis has been in discussions with Samuel Winslow and James Deering, which Davis relates to Knox. He cannot be fully sure that all the information is accurate. "Mr. Merrill," Davis says "wishes you to...

GLC02437.07331

to Daniel Davis

Knox received Davis's letter of November 27. Knox gives Davis orders as to how to pay Henry Jackson and what money to send to him (Knox). Knox thinks differently than Davis about Mrs. Knox's lands. Knox believes they are valuable. Discusses with...

GLC02437.07333

to Henry Knox

Davis tells Knox that he paid the sheriff of Lincoln $1500 as Knox requested. Davis says he was deceived by a man named "Truky" with whom he made a contract. Davis says, "I thought I had sold the 65 acres well, considering the title was disputed...

GLC02437.07339

to Daniel Davis

Knox received "yesterday by the post your favor the 18th instant with the sheriff's endorsement on the back of the order of the 1500 Dollars which you paid him." Knox also tells Davis, "I think you are more competent to decide the case of Tuckey than...

GLC02437.07341

to Jonathan Williams

Knox explains to Williams the situation surround Henry Jackson Knox and his refusal to accept midshipman status after being refused promotion to lieutenant. Knox's son "appears to have no proper value for money, and is therefore very extravagant."...

GLC02437.07406

to Daniel Davis

Knox asks Davis to represent "in behalf of Mrs. Knox, the right of one of the heirs of the said Brigadier Waldo...the right of Mrs. Hannah Flucker deceased." Knox and his wife will give power of attorney to Davis to do this.

GLC02437.07411

to Davenport and Tucker

Knox received Davenport and Tucker's letter of May 29. Knox will send their order of plank. Knox will send more oak , "amounting probably to two deckloads of a large schooner or upwards" as soon as a vessel is available.

GLC02437.07424

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he can now hold both the Solicitor General's and District Attorney's position due to a bill that recently passed in Congress. Discusses the concerns he has of people's view of him accepting both positions. Asks for Knox's assistance in...

GLC02437.07526

[Journal of Whiting & Brackett]

An abstract of a journal. Appears the journal was kept by [Thurston?] Whiting and [Benjamin?] Brackett who are either associates or land agents of [George] Ulmer and/or Henry Knox. The journal was likely kept to be used as evidence (probably in...

GLC02437.07591

to Thurston Whiting and Benjamin Brackett

Informs the gentlemen their services are no longer needed and they can return to their families. Mentions they did not encounter any settlers during their last survey until they left the woods. Also mentions they received reinforcements who have...

GLC02437.07602

to the Solicitor General

States George Ulmer will present the state of affairs regarding the insurrections by the insurgents in Kennebec County and that northern part of Lincoln County, Maine which borders Knox's patent (likely the Waldo patent). Mentions the affairs have...

GLC02437.07628

to Henry Knox

Says he showed Knox's letter (GLC02437.07628) to Judge Paine regarding the insurrections of the insurgents in Maine. Notes the judge included Knox's letter as part of his "charge" to the Grand Jury. Encloses (not included) a list of names of men...

GLC02437.07632

to Henry Knox

Appears to discuss the lime business. Says he is waiting to hear from Albany regarding funding from the government.

GLC02437.07716