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to Henry Knox

Initialed by Jackson. Tells of meeting the committee of both houses on the taxes assessed on the Waldo Patent. Jackson, Peirce, and the two Winslows were there. It was decided that it will be referred to the next session of the legislature. At...

GLC02437.06048

to Henry Knox

Discusses the contractors he has hired to build a house in the spring (most likely the future estate of Henry Knox, Montpelier, in Maine). Expects half of the construction to be completed by the beginning of next month. Asks questions about the...

GLC02437.06053

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he did not receive his note or Mr. Swan's letter until last Saturday. Explains he is unable to make a trip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania unless it is absolutely necessary. Requests Knox to mention his name to an unnamed minister if an...

GLC02437.06060

to Henry Knox

Requests Knox to deliver the enclosed (a letter?) to the French Minister, Mr. Fauchet. Asks Knox to speak highly of him when he speaks with Mr. Fauchet or Mr. [LaForet], believes it will give him additional strength to his situation. Reports he and...

GLC02437.06061

to Henry Knox

Updates Knox on the construction of Knox's house. Reports on the return of Captain Robinson from St. George's [House] (possibly part of the Waldo patent lands) and on Mr. Henry Simpson', the mason, consultation with Captain [Thomas] Vose regarding...

GLC02437.06067