28 August 1792

Morse, Jedediah, 1761-1826

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Mentions a previous request he made to Knox for materials to supplement his book on the geography of the United States. Reminds Knox that at the time of the request, Knox responded that he had materials that might be useful, but was extremely busy and unable to help. Informs Knox that the book is now currently in the press. Asks Knox if he might be able to send the materials now, if he is less busy. Specifically requests "A draft of the country [on which] our forts stand, with the names & places of the forts, would be particularly acceptable, & highly gratifying to the public."…

GLC02437.05590

14 December 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Robert Morris

Thanks Morris for forwarding a letter. Notes he was informed by Major Butler of Smellies upcoming departure to "Head Quarters" and the purpose of Smellies visit. Marked "private" on the docket.

GLC02437.05736

1 January 1793

Morris, William, fl. 1777-1793

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he received his letter and will be sending a reply immediately.

GLC02437.05771

5 January 1793

Morris, William, fl. 1777-1793

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Forwards Knox a report that he had requested via Mr. Théophile Cazenove.

GLC02437.05774

16 January 1794

Murray, Alexander, fl. 1754-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Note tells Knox he won the lottery with ticket number 3514 and his prize will be "3000 Acres of Land in Kentucky Bourbon Country, valued @ 3/6 the Deed of which Genl Knox will please to write to Major Perigrine Fitzhugh for."

GLC02437.06027

24 February 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to John Nazro

Has not considered Nazro's letter because "by law the mode of obtaining patents has been altered." Encloses the circumstances of the new law, which passed on 21 February. When he applies under the new law he will obtain his patent.

GLC02437.06050

20 May 1794

Niven, Daniel, 1742-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Describes the compensation Knox offered as not being equal to the loss he will sustain, however, says he will offer assistance for his country. Mentions performing repairs at Fort Potman and inquires if the redoubt should be performed first.

GLC02437.06102

28 August 1794

Moustier, Éléonor François Élie, marquis de, 1751-1817

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox [in French]

Letter is in French.

GLC02437.06186

28 February 1795

Munn, Reuben, fl. 1792-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox for assistance as he is suffering greatly economically.

GLC02437.06363

2 May 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alexander Murray

Asks Murray for assistance in obtaining a deed.

GLC02437.06404

7 March 1796

Malcom, James, fl. 1794-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written from "Cushing," possibly in Maine. Writes to inform Knox of the results of a survey Knox hired him to perform. Discusses the survey of an unnamed river, and talks about possible dams and canals to be built. In a post-script, asks if Knox would like him to complete an additional portion of the survey.

GLC02437.06657

23 March 1796

Malcom, James, fl. 1794-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Provides Knox with an update on the survey of the river which Knox hired him to undertake. Explains how much he has completed so far, and provides estimates about the size of different ponds and the materials lining the bottom, such as gravel and sand. Also considers the price and feasibility of building a canal, suspecting that it might be expensive, but, once built, it might offer a much less expensive trip for travelers than the over-land trip.

GLC02437.06672

2 April 1796

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James Nesmith

Addressed to James Nesmith and several other parties, who are the town leaders of Ducktrap, Maine. Writes to express his relief that the Samuel Ely conspiracy was much more minor than initially expected. Extensive notes and calculations on third page.

GLC02437.06688

22 April 1796

Murray, Alexander, fl. 1754-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox about a possible land deal with a Major Fitzhugh.

GLC02437.06716

5 March 1797

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alexander Macomb

Discusses the price of land.

GLC02437.06923

6 March 1797

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Judith Sargent Murray

Written in the third person and signed in the text. Thanks Murray for her attentions and finds himself flattered by her compliments. States that he will sign the subscription paper. Date from docket.

GLC02437.06925

15 March 1797

Macomb, Alexander, 1748-1831

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he sent copies of a document to the proper people and sends his condolences to Knox and his family, possibly due to the loss of a child.

GLC02437.06932

6 November 1798

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to McPherson

Mentions the Society of the Cincinnati of South Carolina and a connection with France. Writing is faded and difficult to read.

GLC02437.07186

28 December 1798

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Samuel Nicholson

Knox writes Nicholson regarding "the circumstance of Mr. Russel and Mr. Amory" who left his ship (the Constitution) because they did not receive commissions. Knox has told them to return and be obedient, but also suggests to Nicholson that once they are all far out at sea to give them their commissions "in a handsome manner." It will surely boost Nicholson's reputation in town.

GLC02437.07215

27 June 1799

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to William Vans Murray

Knox received Murray's letter of June 3, 1799. Knox tells Murray that the "legality principle of the Judges acting as Commissioners, will be decided by the Supreme Court August next." Then, Knox, believes, those recommended by the circuit courts will be "placed on the lists." Knox then discusses with Murray the ongoing events in France. Knox says that the violence of Robespierre "and the affairs of France may near be better." Knox also writes, "thank God our pilot lives, and is firm in the good pursuit of the true interest of his country."

GLC02437.07275

18 July 1799

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Motley

Knox had written Daniel Davis about advertising in Portland newspapers and in the town of Falmouth. He has not heard from Davis yet, so he turns to Motley to find out if Davis is in the act of doing the requested advertising or, if not, could Motley facilitate the process.

GLC02437.07288

5 May 1801

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Daniel Neal

Asks Neal to manage his land on the northern part of the Waldo patent in Hampden and Bangor, Maine. Describes what the job entails. Also requests Neal to attend to the settlers lots in Bangor.

GLC02437.07528

21 September 1801

Moulton, Jotham, 1771-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses a land deal between himself, John Miller, and Henry Knox. Appears Miller gave Moulton a mortgage deed for a lot of land which resides on Knox's patent as security for a debt he owed Moulton. Moulton now requests Knox gives him a deed for that lot in Moulton's name. Written from "Buckston" which is likely in Maine.

GLC02437.07619

31 August 1802

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript letter

Title: to James Malcom

Letter appears to be a copy. Appears to discuss land negotiations in Hampden, Maine. Mentions various land claims by the settlers and his desire to have Malcolm handle some business for him.

GLC02437.07749

2 June 1804

Motley, Thomas, fl. 1799-1804

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Received his recent letter. Discusses issues of land ownership in Maine, as well as laws regarding the Flucker estate and inheritance.

GLC02437.07857