5 July 1765

Paine, Timothy, 1730-1793

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Flucker

Provides a report on the finances of the late Brigadier Samuel Waldo.

GLC02437.09028

1765-1799

Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806

Manuscript document

Title: Lots drawn by Thomas Flucker...

Complete title is "Lots drawn by Thomas Flucker Esqr. in the partition of the Estate of Brigr Genl S. Waldo lying in the Town of Falmouth, made amongst his Heirs 1765." The first portion of the document contains a numbered list of land lots. The second portion of the document, written in the same hand as the first, is labeled "Notes by Samuel Winslow Esqr. Septemr 1797." Contains a variety of notes pertaining to the lots. Several notes are added in the same hand and dated as late as 1799.

GLC02437.09029

9 October 1765

Danforth, S., fl. 1765

Document signed

Title: [Waldos' deed to Anthony Dyer]

Partially printed. Documents that the children of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo, and their spouses, have sold Anthony Dyer a particular tract of land from the Waldo patent lands. Signed by Samuel Waldo, Isaac and Lucy Winslow, and Thomas and Hannah Flucker (Francis Waldo's signature is not included but his name is listed in the document itself). Also signed by Rebekah Winslow and S. Danforth. S. Danforth writes a note on back about the document. Signatures are partially torn.

GLC02437.09030

24 October 1765

Goldthwaite, Thomas, 1717-1799

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Samuel Waldo and Francis Waldo

Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Addressed to "Col. Waldo or his brother," likely referring to either Samuel or Francis Waldo. Discusses the topography and resources of different land lots and considers whether they are appropriate for settlement.

GLC02437.09031

30 November 1765

Goldthwaite, Thomas, 1717-1799

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Flucker

Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Discusses surveying, settling and planning a new town with a Mr. Chadwick, possibly on Flucker's land. Adds that he received cider from Mr. Winslow. Touches briefly on "the confusions all over the continent," and hopes they "may end in peace & good neighbourhood."

GLC02437.09032

16 February 1766

Goldthwaite, Thomas, 1717-1799

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Flucker

Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Reports that although he has not had a recent letter from Flucker, he plans to proceed with constructing the new township as soon as spring arrives. Writes, "I can form no opinion from the papers which I've seen how the opposition to the stamp act is likely to issue. IF it should end in allowing the Colonies a representation in Parliament I think it will be making bad, worse...But this is a dangerous subject to handle - & I'll quit it lest I should be brought to confession under the tree of liberty." Discusses his views on…

GLC02437.09033

24 April 1766

Goldthwaite, Thomas, 1717-1799

Autograph document signed

Title: to Thomas Flucker

Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Declares that he received two letters from Flucker and apologizes for not writing back. Discusses plans he is making with Mr. Chadwick and Mr. Saunders for a settlement.

GLC02437.09035

21 July 1766

Flucker, Hannah, 1726-1785

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Flucker

Is unsure whether her letter will reach him at Falmouth, but feels the need to try sending it by post. Has not heard from him since his departure. Reports that she took their daughter Hannah to a commencement, and also wonders about the health of "Tommy" after his voyage (perhaps referring to their son, Captain Thomas Flucker). Adds that their family sends love to Thomas and asks that he send her compliments to their family in Falmouth.

GLC02437.09036

2 August 1766

Manuscript document

Title: [Value of land in Falmouth]

Extensive account of land values in Falmouth, particularly pertaining to lands of interest to Thomas Flucker.

GLC02437.09037

December 1, 1766

Waldo, Francis, fl. 1728-1784

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Flucker

Writes to his brother-in-law to ask that he pay Alexander Ross a sum of money and charge it to Waldo's account. Several notes appear on verso which indicate receipt of payment. Notes are signed by Ross, James Milk, and William Whitwell.

GLC02437.09039

12 December 1766

Flucker, Thomas, 1719-1783

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Account between Francis Waldo and Thomas Flucker]

Financial account between Francis Waldo and Thomas Flucker, from 21 April 1766 to 21 November 1766.

GLC02437.09040

2 March 1767-19 April 1767

Manuscript document

Title: [Receipt for Thomas Flucker]

Receipt of money paid by Flucker to a William [Sitwell] of London apparently on behalf of the late Brigadier General Samuel Waldo.

GLC02437.09042

20 August 1767

Fowle, Robert Luist, 1743-1802

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Flucker

Discusses his attempts to collect moneys owed to Flucker from various parties. Also mentions the desire of the people in Portsmouth to have paper money again. Fowle signs the letter "your Dutifull Nephew."

GLC02437.09044

22 September 1767

Palairet, John, fl. 1767-1768

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

Addressee unknown, but may be Samuel Waldo, as he corresponded with Waldo in subsequent letters on the same subject (see GLC02437.09054). Declares that the bearer, his friend Mr. Hulton, has recently been appointed to a position as Commissioner of His Majesty's Customs for America. As a show of friendship, has offered to sell Mr. Hulton his choice of Palairet's lands in the Waldo patent. Asks the addressee to answer any questions Hulton might have and show him the lands belonging to Palairet and his son, so he might make his choice. Discusses business accounts, as well as the receipt of a…

GLC02437.09045

2 January 1768

Sewall, Jonathan, 1728-1796

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Receipt for Thomas Flucker]

Documents Sewall's receipt of a sum of money from Flucker.

GLC02437.09046

16 October 1767-24 December 1767

Shute, Benjamin, fl. 1767-1801

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Memorandum of an agreement between Thomas Goldthwait and Benjamin Shute]

Documents the sale of a tract of land from Goldthwait to Shute. Marked "copy." Signed by Goldthwait and Shute, as well as several witnesses. Thomas Flucker and Francis Waldo also sign their acceptance to the agreement.

GLC02437.09047

December 28,1767-January 11,1768

Palmer, Joseph, 1716-1788

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

Writes to "lay before you a general state of our present circumstances, in order for Your impartial advice." Lists lands as well as buildings and structures on the lands, as well as their values. Considers in particular the worth of a glass manufactory. Discusses how best to set up his finances for his family, as he is getting old; mentions the possibility of moving to Boston and setting up a business there. Asks extensive questions of the addressee regarding his debts, and expounds upon what each member of his family thinks he should do about his financial situation.

GLC02437.09048

21 March 1768-1773

Manuscript document

Title: Copy of the patent

Contains a list of items and transactions related to the Waldo patent. Mentions Thomas Flucker, and Samuel and Sarah Waldo.

GLC02437.09049

circa July 1759

Flucker, Thomas, 1719-1783

Manuscript document

Title: [Account]

A statement of Thomas Flucker's account, which was directed to the estate of Brigadier General [Samuel] Waldo. Lists expenses ranging from May 1754 to July 1759.

GLC02437.10640

1861-1865

Manuscript

Title: On the Use of Tobacco

Essay discusses the vileness of tobacco use and urges users to stop. Comments on the high monetary cost and ill health effects resulting from tobacco use.

GLC03523.10.239

1861-1865

Manuscript

Title: On the Use of Tobacco

Essay discusses the vileness of tobacco use and urges users to stop. Comments on the high monetary cost and ill health effects resulting from tobacco use. Invokes man's responsibility to God to "...obtain the mastery over your appetites."

GLC03523.10.240

.1861-1865

Maitland, Joseph M., 1836-1918

Manuscript

Title: Constitution and Laws of "Lyceum"

Constitution and by-laws for the formation of a society to be called Lyceum. Purpose of the group is improvement in "... Declamation, Composition, Oration, Colloqy and Debate..." Contains thirteen articles and eight by-laws. Manuscript is faded and frayed.

GLC03523.10.241

1861-1865

Maitland, James M., 1815-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Respected Brother

Reports on various meetings that took place at his school. Requests his attendance at the "Teacher's Institute" taking place next month. Comments on letters recently received from Joseph. Ink on letter is very faded and difficult to read in sections.

GLC03523.10.242

1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: [Letter from Cousin Mary] [incomplete]

Incomplete letter. Discusses horses, relatives and neighbors.Difficult to read due to poor spelling and ink spots. Letter signed "Cousin Mary."

GLC03523.10.243

1861-1865

Maitland, Joseph M., 1836-1918

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Grier Maitland [incomplete]

Incomplete letter. Appears to be written to his brother, Grier Maitland. Discusses the burning of Richmond. Comments "...I think it was perfectly right to burn it, as almost all the men of the town are in the Rebel army."

GLC03523.10.244