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to Henry Knox

Discusses details related to Knox's lands in present-day Maine. Refers to business matters between Knox and his late father (also named Isaac Winslow). Relates that Mr. Flucker (Knox's father-in-law), Isaac Winslow, Sr., and Governor James Bowdoin...

GLC02437.03827

to Henry Knox

Asks whether Invalid Regiments and heirs of those killed in battle or who died from sickness are entitled to army lands according to an Ordinance of Congress. Writes, "The Spirit of emigration to the western country is dayly increasing in the N...

GLC02437.03864

to Henry Knox

Discusses a business venture involving Winslow, Knox, Colonel [Benjamin] Hichborn, and a Mr. Jones and a Mr. Robbins (likely pertaining to the Waldo patent lands). Reports that Mr. Jones's abrupt departure and resignation has delayed the completion...

GLC02437.04080

to Henry Knox

Despite not having written a letter to Knox or having heard from him since Knox left, he has not been inattentive to their business interests. Discusses petitions regarding the Waldo patent lands, and reports that W. Peirce will write Knox with more...

GLC02437.04097

to Henry Knox

Received his last letter and was pleased to hear that Knox had recovered from illness. Asks about Knox's plans regarding their joint interests in the eastern Waldo patent lands, and whether Knox's agent will be acting on behalf of them both....

GLC02437.04149

[Agreement]

Agreement to employ men for the summer to work on canals or other buildings on his property.

GLC02437.06611

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

to [Life ?] Wilson

Asks Wilson to purchase several building items, such as boards, and gives other directions as well.

GLC02437.06928

to Henry Knox

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

GLC02437.07051

to Henry Knox

Wilson has received Knox's letter of December 12, 1799 and is sorry that Knox is not happy with the saws he received. Wilson is working hard to correct that and get Knox "a single saw agreable to your Request." Wilson says the "intention of this...

GLC02437.07241

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 Benjamin Wilson

Instructions given to Wilson regarding Wilson's year assignment working for Knox. Specifically, Wilson is instructed to superintend the St. Georges mills by checking on them daily . He is also expected to attend to the docks and canals. Written at...

GLC02437.07699

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

to Henry Knox

Forwards a letter Knox had requested and says the president has no objection to his letter of the 30th being published. Dated "Thursday." Written in the third person and signed in the text.

GLC02437.08120

[Receipt]

Received three months wages from Lucy Knox.

GLC02437.08600

[Bill]

Bill to William Henderson for transporting boards and other building material to from Thomaston, Maine to Boston. Signed by Henderson.

GLC02437.08780

[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

[Bill of sale to David Winch]

Partially printed. Agreement between the heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo and David Winch, in which Winch purchases a tract of land from the heirs. Signed by Samuel Waldo, Francis Waldo, Isaac Winslow, Thomas Flucker and Hannah Flucker....

GLC02437.09055

[Deed given to Joseph Wiley and William McFarland]

Declares that Wiley and McFarland purchased a tract of land from the heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo in 1765, and explains financial transactions related to the purchase. Signed by Wiley and McFarland, as well as Timothy Paine and William...

GLC02437.09084

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 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 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 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 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

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

Includes pay for December 1775 and February-March 1776.

GLC02437.09511

[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 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

to Nathan Dane

Discusses difficulty with "Francis Waldo's proportion." Offers to "co-operate many reasonable measure on the part of the Flucker Family to prevent the Winslows from suffering by the omision of the bond, which I suppose they would have given if...

GLC02437.10265

[Mortgage deed cancellation]

Edmund Winchester agrees that when Knox pays a specified note, Winchester will "cancel the mortgage Deed which he has Executed to me of this Date."

GLC02437.10332

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

[List]

Account of orders drawn by L. Wilson from 6 December 1797 to 26 May 1798. Various names and dollar amounts are listed. Date taken from docket.

GLC02437.10627

to Henry Knox

Winchester tells Knox that he and "Mr. White" are sending "Mr. Isaac Dana" to examine Knox's lumber. If he approves, Winchester will order lumber from Knox.

GLC02437.07405

to Henry Knox

Write that Knox owes money on notes belonging to them. They did not expect he would have left town the previous summer without paying some of it, so they hope he will do so without further delay.

GLC02437.07907

[Bill]

Bill from Winchester to Gilbert Hall for the transport of boards.

GLC02437.08782

to Henry Knox

Discusses the ratification convention for the United States Constitution, and the chances of it being accepted. Writes, "I have been waiting the event of our Elections here of Delegates for the Convention, which have men more in favor of the...

GLC02437.03742

to Henry Knox [incomplete]

Reports that he went to Boston to complete the legal business with the Winslow brothers. Found that Samuel has not returned from Philadelphia and says the business will be completed in Beverly next week. There were several issues surrounding the...

GLC02437.05919

to Henry Knox

Sends instructions for Knox's attorneys to deliver and receive deeds for lands in Maine. This involves squatters on his land. "Free" stamped and handwritten on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05947

to Nathan Dane

Discusses having the legislature right mistakes made by the land surveyors in relation to the Waldo Patent. Letterpress copy.

GLC02437.06343