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Mortgage on land purchased

Mortgage on land purchased from Benjamin John (also signed by him)

Lot sold was in "the Oblong or Equivalent Lands surrendered by the Colony of Connecticut to the Colony of New York."

GLC03107.05454

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to Johan Coenrat Meyer

GLC03107.05455

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to Lucius Reynolds

GLC03107.05456

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to William Lowry

GLC03107.05457

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to Johannis Rosman

GLC03107.05458

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to Adam Shuts

GLC03107.05459

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to Angus MacDuffie

GLC03107.05460

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to Jacob Cillmer [or Kilmor]

GLC03107.05461

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to Christiaen Copper [or Christian Cooper]

GLC03107.05462

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to Hendrick Tiel

GLC03107.05463

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to Philip Coachman

GLC03107.05464

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to Jerry Tibble

GLC03107.05465

Indenture

Indenture for lease of a farm to William Shoeck

GLC03107.05466

[Daguerrotypes of mother and baby]

Daguerrotypes depicting a mother and baby

GLC03136.121

Carte de visite [Unidentified]

New Orleans Photographic Co. imprint and orange two-cent tax stamp on verso. Ink inscription on verso: "May 12 1865." Pencil inscription on verso: "16369." Bust portrait in uniform.

GLC06358.09

Carte de visite of [Arman Martin]

Washburn imprint on verso. Ink inscription on verso: "Arman[?] R. Martin, 1st Lieut. 20th U.S.C.I." Bust portrait in uniform.

GLC06358.10

Carte de visite of [William] Greeley

Moses & Piffet imprint and orange two-cent tax stamp on verso. Ink inscription on verso: "Wm. Gerrley, Capt. 20th U.S.C.I." Bust portrait in uniform.

GLC06358.11

Carte de visite of [H.H. Rowe]

Moses & Piffet imprint on recto. Ink inscription on verso: "Yours truly, H. H[?]. Rowe[?], Capt. 20th U.S.C.I." Bust portrait in uniform.

GLC06358.12

Appointment of Alba M Tucker as Second Lieutenant in the 100th Regiment, Indiana Volunteers.

Signed by Noble as Adjutant General of Indiana, and by Tucker as a Volunteer. General Orders No. 56 on stationery of Adjutant General's Office, Indiana Volunteer Militia.

GLC07642.01

Annual Report to the Quartermaster General,

Hull & Brother, Printers,Annual Report to the Quartermaster General, Complied Pursuant to Gen. Order No. 29, Q.M. Gen's Office, 6 July 1864. Capt. A.M. Tucker, A.Q.M. Vols, Louisville, Ky. Tucker's activities as Assistant Quartermaster for the...

GLC07642.02

to: Rob[er]t Allen (Louisville, Ky.)

missed connection with train.

GLC07642.05

to: A[lba] M. Tucker,

instructions to remain at Parkersburg until further notice.

GLC07642.06

to: A[lba] M. Tucker [Parkersburg, W.Va.]

reiterating instructions to remain at Parkersburg until further notice.

GLC07642.07

to: R[obert] Allen, (Louisville, Ky.)

acknowledging receipt of Allen's messages of the 17 and 18 May 1865.

GLC07642.08

to: A[lba] M. Tucker [Parkersburg, W.Va.]

In entirety: "The route has changed. Return."

GLC07642.09

[Unidentified newspaper.]

Newspaper clipping reprinting the telegrams described above in items 3-9. Reprints are followed by brief criticism of the extreme secrecy surrounding the transportation of Davis.

GLC07642.11

[Albumen of Ada M. Tucker and his staff]

Oval photograph of Union officer (probably Ada M. Tucker) surrounded by his staff in Louisville, Ky. White mount with pencil inscription "15" on verso.

GLC07642.12

to: A[lba] M. Tucker

transportation of troops via steamboat or rail. Copy of letter printed on wove paper.

GLC07642.13

[summary of Tucker's military service]

printed summary of Tucker's military service from his enlistment in 1862 to the time he was mustered out in 1865.

GLC07642.14

to Henry Knox

Writes that he received Knox's last letter: "I rejoice with you & your family in the prospect of your being so soon well & a perfect cure effected." After reading his letter, showed it to Ben [Hichborn], who declared he has written to Knox about...

GLC02437.04138

to Henry Knox

Has received Knox's recent letters and is happy to hear that Knox's son's health is improving. Discusses the best way to send letters to Knox now that new rules are in place. Describes the recent "Commencement at Cambridge" (possibly referring to...

GLC02437.04295

to Henry Knox

Jackson is upset that he has not received a letter from Knox in 24 days. He blames Knox's attention "to the western expedition" led by General Josiah Harmar for this lapse in communication. Jackson does not think ordinary "militia" men are capable...

GLC02437.04809

to Henry Knox

Writes that he is sorry to "hear of the situation of your poor little fellow Washington, but as I did not hear from you last evening, I please myself he is better, which I pray god may be the case..." Sends news of their mutual friend Shaw, who is...

GLC02437.10222

to Henry Knox

Writes on several topics. Mentions that [Samuel] Shaw will leave soon for New York and that Jackson has delivered to Shaw all of Henry Knox's brother William's luggage. Mentions that Governor [John] Hancock, his wife and family, and several others...

GLC02437.03226

to Henry Knox

Discusses the "detention of the two Companies at Castle Island ... " and forwards an "application I made to the Bank for the Loan of 500 dollars but they refused leting [sic] me have any - " (GLC02437.03567). States that the loan was for payment of...

GLC02437.03573

to Henry Knox

Discusses a loan that he tried to obtain, and was denied, to pay soldiers at Castle Island. He had hoped Knox would assist him in the matter, and is disappointed that he has not responded. Describes a disagreement between their friend, Mr. Swan...

GLC02437.03577

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he finally obtained $500 to pay two companies of artillery marching to Springfield, Massachusetts. The soldiers were ordered to protect the Springfield armory, and Jackson expects them to arrive at Springfield on 21 June 1787...

GLC02437.03580

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that "[t]he people are all at Meeting, and from a dead silence, the streets are all in an uproar, with the cry of fire - fire - fire - the Bells are ringing, & the streets thronged with men." Mentions that the town is in uproar but now...

GLC02437.03588

to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox's upcoming visit this fall and business with "young Isaac," (possibly referring to Isaac Winslow) as well as Knox's letter regarding Robert Morris's affairs. Also mentions Knox's other business dealings including a copper contract....

GLC02437.03626

to Henry Knox

Jackson is in charge of handling the sale of Knox's state securities, and he informs Knox several brokers have advised him to wait to sell them. Further discusses financial matters. Reports that the directors of the Ohio Company recently had a...

GLC02437.03653

to Henry Knox

Explains to Knox his reasons for not selling Knox's securities (refer to GLC02437.03635). Says Samuel Breck had advised Jackson to wait before selling since it appeared with the way the new Constitution was shaping that the value would likely...

GLC02437.03676

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that his "affairs at the Eastward want your attention exceeding, I impressed this on the mind of your Brother when here, in the strongest manner that was in my power." Discusses the subdivision and selling off of Knox's lands, likely in...

GLC02437.03682

to Henry Knox

Declares that the present letter will be handed to Knox by Samuel A. Otis, a Massachusetts delegate to Congress. Writes, "In order to remove any unfavorable impressions from your mind, and that of his other friends, occasioned by his late...

GLC02437.03695

to Henry Knox

Writes a letter of introduction for a Lieutenant John Lovell. Reports that Lovell has studied law and seems interested in pursuing a career in the artillery. Adds that any help Knox might offer Lovell would be greatly appreciated.

GLC02437.03696

to Henry Knox

Discusses a letter by Mr. Elbridge Gerry which Jackson feels "has done much mischief in this State as to the adoption of the proposed Federal Constitution - it has given great Strength to the small, very small party that were in the opposition - he...

GLC02437.03701

to Henry Knox

Sympathizes with Knox on the painful treatment or cure for an unnamed disorder. Wishes he could come stay with Knox when he has the operation. Writes that he believes "Mr. Gerry's Letter has done great injury to the proposed New Constitution, more...

GLC02437.03705

to Henry Knox

States that General Putnam is engaged in the business of the Ohio Company. Informs Knox that "Mr. King is chosen as one of the Delegates to the Convention for the town of Newbury and the other three gentlemen for that town are high Federal Men...

GLC02437.03715

to Henry Knox

Encloses a letter (not present) for Knox to forward on to an unnamed party. Reports on Mrs. Thomas Russell's funeral. Says "tomorrow is Thanksgiving..."

GLC02437.03717

to Henry Knox

Writes that if he had known that Mr. [Rufus] King was going to be in New York, he would have forwarded the maps. Informs Knox that General Putnam will write to him soon about some business. Discusses news of the constitution ratification process in...

GLC02437.03728

to Henry Knox

Discusses a mutual, unnamed friend, stating "we are much deranged at our friend's delay, as we are in expectation every moment of some one taking the alarm , & persuing [sic] him - " States that the friend must have departed on a vessel to somewhere...

GLC02437.03733

to Henry Knox

Discusses business affairs, mentioning Benjamin Hichborn. Comments on the Massachusetts state convention meeting to decide on ratification of the United States Constitution: "We have upwards of 325 Members in Convention- no one can yet determine...

GLC02437.03763

to Henry Knox

Discusses the debt of Mr. Swan, possibly Colonel James Swan. Gives details of the Massachusetts ratifying convention, noting that "the printers are allow'd seats in the house for the purpose of taking down and publishing the debates from day to day...

GLC02437.03767

to Henry Knox

Reports news of the Massachusetts ratifying convention. Writes, "The Convention are still seting they have now under debate one of the most important articles, that is, the powers of Congress... the Federal party are gaining ground every day, so...

GLC02437.03769

to Henry Knox

Discusses the Massachusetts convention for ratification of the United States Constitution: "The Convention are still seting and is supposed the final vote will not be taken untill Wednesday or Thursday next-" Mentions John Hancock's support of the...

GLC02437.03784

to Henry Knox

Jackson comments on the Massachusetts convention for ratification of the United States Constitution: "HUZZA HUZZA - as you must be anxious & to keep you from suspense a moment I have the extreme pleasure to inform you, that the grand question was put...

GLC02437.03788

to Henry Knox

Discusses Massachusetts' ratification of the Constitution of the United States. Reports that [Rufus] King, who was part of the convention, will soon arrive in New York and will be able to inform Knox of "every particular that took place" during the...

GLC02437.03795

to Henry Knox

Hopes to be able to inform Knox by the next post that New Hampshire ratified the Federal Constitution "as every account from that quarter gives encouragement to that effect." Of Massachusetts' ratification, writes, "...the Federalists in this State...

GLC02437.03800

to Henry Knox

Jackson writes, "we are perfectly quiet in this State with respect to the adoption of the New Constitution-Fed's & Anti's almost to a Man united and determined to give it every support..." Reports that New Hampshire has adjourned their ratification...

GLC02437.03807

to Henry Knox

Notes that he writes on this half sheet because it is Sunday and he cannot purchase more paper. Writes, "the Legislature of this State met in Wednesday last, [re] his Excellencies speech to them, it is highly approved off [sic], all is quiet & every...

GLC02437.03812

to Henry Knox

Reports that he has been absent from Boston, attending a meeting of the Ohio Company in Providence, Rhode Island. Is pleased to find Knox has several shares of Ohio Company land. Predicts that New Hampshire will ratify the Constitution and Rhode...

GLC02437.03819

to Henry Knox

Jackson writes, "The General Court are yet seting, & in many instance they discover their old insurgent temper and principles, & cannot help shewing their teeth on almost every occasion that respects government- but I hope in god their day is short-...

GLC02437.03822

to Henry Knox

Refers to a package of newspapers including a map from Mr. Fales, possibly transmitted to Knox. Discusses Massachusetts politics, particularly the election of lieutenant governor. Expects Benjamin Lincoln to obtain the post over James Warren...

GLC02437.03828

to Henry Knox

Reports on the Massachusetts election for governor and lieutenant governor. Encloses newspapers (not included) for Knox, on the election, noting that the papers attack "poor Cincin" (based on usage in GLC02437.03833, may refer to Benjamin Lincoln)....

GLC02437.03831

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for the information regarding Maryland's possible adoption of the Constitution. Writes, "I flatter myself that nine States will ratify it by June next- so as to set the wheels agoing by next winter." Has been assured by John Langdon and...

GLC02437.03833

to Henry Knox

Discusses the possibility that New York will not ratify the Federal Constitution. Writes, "I hope the Lord will turn the hearts of the Antis in New York that they may see the necessity of adopting the proposed constitution Some of our Feds are...

GLC02437.03837

to Henry Knox

Recently heard news that their mutual friend, James Swan, arrived in France. His wife, Hepzibah Clark Swan, is still in America and hopes James will send for her. Jackson doubts he will be able to, noting "...I am sure his Finances are not...

GLC02437.03852

to Henry Knox

Refers to a recent "affray" in New York [the so-called Doctors Riot], expressing relief that Knox was not injured. Discusses a financial matter related to "Pierce's final settlement," arguing that he can make use of ten thousand dollars "without the...

GLC02437.03862

to Henry Knox

Forwards a subscription to Knox from Reverend Freeman (not included). Reports that General Benjamin Lincoln has the majority of votes (for Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts). Comments on a recent visit he paid to James and Mercy Otis Warren in...

GLC02437.03865

to Henry Knox

Jackson previously suggested that he invest 10,000 of Knox's dollars [in certificates]. Knox was appalled by the idea, and severely criticized Jackson for his suggestion (refer to GLC02437.03877, GLC02437.03876 and GLC02437.03866). Jackson writes,...

GLC02437.03879

to Henry Knox

Writes a distressed letter to Knox on the subject of his investment of 10,000 dollars worth of Knox's notes without his permission. Explains that he did not answer Knox's previous letters because he thought Knox was on his way to Boston, thus...

GLC02437.03885

to Henry Knox

Promises to comply with Knox's wishes, likely referring to a recent matter in which Jackson invested 10,000 of Knox's dollars in notes without first consulting Knox. Plans to spend this day with General [William] Hull.

GLC02437.03894

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that the final note is in Nourse or Hillegas's office (Jackson sold $10,000 worth of Knox's notes without his permission and attempted to retrieve them at Knox's request). Expresses hope that New Hampshire will adopt the Constitution...

GLC02437.03909

to Henry Knox

Relates family news. Mentions Knox's daughter, Lucy, and Mr. Winslow and family, and encloses several letters (not present).

GLC02437.03983

to Henry Knox

Encloses a paper informing Knox of the nominations for Federal Representatives for [Suffolk] County: Lowell will go if chosen, Brooks has given up the idea, and [David] Cobb "will be the man without doubt." Delivered a letter to their friend "Ben,"...

GLC02437.04040

to Henry Knox

Comments on politics, including the nominations for Federal Representatives. Writes, "Cobb will be the man for the District" (David Cobb). Predicts that [Samuel Allyne] Otis and Mr. Varnum (Joseph Bradley Varnum?) will be selected for Middlesex...

GLC02437.04044

to Henry Knox

Thanks him for recent letters. Apologizes that he will be writing a hasty, brief letter as he will soon be leaving to spend the day with "our friend Ben" (probably Hichborn). Reports that only "four Federal Representatives are Elected in this State...

GLC02437.04074

to Henry Knox

Reports that agreeable to the manner outlined by the General Court, the House and Senate (presumably of Massachusetts) elected several men to serve as electors from Massachusetts for President of the United States. Provides a list of the men and the...

GLC02437.04078

to Henry Knox

Relates that he is going to spend the day in Dorchester with "our friend Ben" [probably Hichborn]. Only has time to enclose a memo from Ben "on the subject of the Reference - you will observe they have changed their ground, & will do every thing in...

GLC02437.04090

to Henry Knox

Asks him to deliver the enclosed letter (not present) to John Dawson, a member of Congress, and to forward it on to Dawson if he has already gone home. Also provides a brief note on the price of public securities.

GLC02437.04099

to Henry Knox

Per Knox's instructions, submitted to the newspapers an advertisement about the sale of General [Nathanael] Greene's lands. Writes that Knox is perfectly right to undergo the operation he mentions. Will be extremely anxious for Knox, but trusts...

GLC02437.04103

to Henry Knox

Received his last letter, which contained an enclosure from Mr. [James] Swan. Is very happy to see from his letter that Knox has recovered from his illness, and thanks God for it. Also feels that Mr. [Elbridge] Gerry has chosen well to go into...

GLC02437.04116

to Henry Knox

Writes that he was somewhat alarmed not to receive a letter from Knox, but believes that if he were dangerously ill, Knox's brother or someone else would send word to him. Therefore assumes that business or a visit from friends prevented his writing...

GLC02437.04122

to Henry Knox

Writes a letter of introduction for the bearer, Captain Bartlet (some sources say "Bartlett") Hinds, who is traveling to New York on business respecting the Corps of Invalids. Declares that he served with great honor in the Massachusetts Line in the...

GLC02437.04127

to Henry Knox

Writes that he has discussed Knox's case with Dr. [William] Eustis, who is "clearly of opinion you ought to take the greatest care of yourself, as to your diet & exercise, for a twelve mounth to come, by heating your blood & over loading your stomach...

GLC02437.04144

to Henry Knox

Thanks him for his recent letter. Comments on Knox's accusation that Jackson did not write him when he was supposed to, but provides an excuse. Writes, "What a misfortune, that the new government is not yet formed - the Feds are uneasy, & the Antis...

GLC02437.04158

to Henry Knox

Received his last letter, with its enclosure for Mr. [James] Swan. Writes that Mr. [possibly Sylvanus or, more likely, Congressman Shearjashub-only provides a first initial, "S"] Bourne arrived the previous Thursday with election results declaring...

GLC02437.04178

to Henry Knox

Discusses the sale of lands belonging to Knox's eastern territories, likely part of the Waldo patent lands. Declares that he has done research into the subject, but his last report to Knox may have been "premature." Mentions that Vice President...

GLC02437.04181

to Henry Knox

Writes that he arrived in Boston yesterday after a pleasant journey, and found all of his friends well. Found that his parents were both quite ill and confined to their bedchamber, and fears particularly for his father, who seems to be declining...

GLC02437.04217

to Henry Knox

Received his last letter. Is sorry to hear that Knox injured himself at the game of fives. Hopes his recovery will not be long, but advises him to take care of himself: "it will be a good lesson to you, when you exercise, to do it with less...

GLC02437.04227

to Henry Knox

Writes that he received Knox's last letter, and, noting that Knox did not mention his leg injury, he assumes Knox has recovered. He does remind Knox to be more careful the next time he plays sports. Discusses current politics in Massachusetts, such...

GLC02437.04236

to Henry Knox

Received his last letter. Is glad to hear that his health is improving, though he imagines his confinement must have been "tedious & disagreeable." Discusses a recent letter "Cousin Isaac" [possibly Isaac Winslow, Sr.] wrote to Knox about a...

GLC02437.04240

to Henry Knox

Is disappointed not to have received a letter from Knox recently, and hopes that Knox's son isn't ill again, which would prevent him from writing. Writes, "By the last New York paper I observe that the Revenue System is nearly compleated [sic] and...

GLC02437.04305

to Henry Knox

Discusses his disappointment with apparently not receiving a government position, but knows that Knox did everything in his power to help. Would prefer, if possible, to be appointed in the Revenue department. Comments on the appointment of General...

GLC02437.04326

to Henry Knox

Has received the news that Knox's son has died. Sends his condolences to Knox and his wife and discusses the difficulty of losing a child. Has enclosed a letter for the President from Mr. Thomas Edwards, the former Judge Advocate, who is very poor...

GLC02437.04333

to Henry Knox

Reports that "Cousin Isaac" (likely Isaac Winslow) has departed for "Georges River" (possibly St. George River in Maine, near the Waldo patent lands). Writes, "General [Benjamin] Lincoln appointment as one of the Commissioners to Treat with the...

GLC02437.04342

to Henry Knox

Letter has two portions, both dated 1 September 1789. The first, written by Henry Jackson, describes the bearer, John Sewall, who is the son of Jonathan Sewall, the former Attorney General of New York, and nephew of John Hancock. Declares that he...

GLC02437.04348

to Henry Knox

Mentions the illness of Lucy Knox, related to the recent passing of one of the Knox children. Discusses the recent bill describing the salaries of the various executive departments. Mentions General [Benjamin] Lincoln's recent appointment and his...

GLC02437.04350

to Henry Knox

Jackson acknowledges that he received a letter from Knox on 22 August 1790. Laments that it was not within his "power" to take care of a debt that Knox asked him to settle in Worcester. Says he heard from a vessel from the West Indies that on 15...

GLC02437.04706

to Henry Knox

General Jackson did not receive Knox's letter of 30 August 1790 because he had been out of town. Jackson had met with two men named Jonathan Dow and Ebenezer Eastman interested in purchasing a "Township" from Knox. The land is between "Northern...

GLC02437.04723

to Henry Knox

Jackson describes his concern that two letters he sent to Secretary of War Henry Knox did not reach him yet. Jackson tells Knox that a Captain Barnard is in Boston and will bring "the article" Knox left when he returns. Jackson also informs Knox of...

GLC02437.04755