13 February 1799

Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Winslow informs Knox, "I have pursued unremittingly the Steps requisite to promote your desire of speedily commanding monies for some of your Lots in Falmouth, as express'd in your last Lettr." Winslow explains whom he has been in contact with and who has interest in purchasing the lots, including "Capt. S. Noyes." Land belonging to Mrs. Flucker and Mr. Waldo have been reduced, Winslow writes. Winlsow expects that Knox will keep to his word about deals and interest agreements he has made. Winslow breaks down how the Waldo land holding have been distributed among the Waldo heirs.

GLC02437.07233

27 March 1799

Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Winslow received Knox's letter of 27 March 1799. Winslow tells Knox, "on the morrow shall inform Merrills and Bracket of your acceptance of their terms...." Winslow mentions a problem he has concerning his (Winslow's) problem.

GLC02437.07250

2 April 1799

Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Winslow tells Knox of the difficult time he had surveying Penobscot due to difficult woodland and stormy weather. Winslow is trying to secure payment from buyers, "Messrs Merril and Brackett," who are awaiting a survey of the area. The don't want to make a payment until they have a deed.

GLC02437.07251

17 February 1801

Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Appears to be seeking help from Knox in finding employment. Discusses being ill and other misfortunes his family has suffered. Notes he has had to depend on his brother for help and seeks any type of employment where he can use his skills.

GLC02437.07507

16 May 1804

Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes that he received a very disappointing letter from his cousin, Isaac Winslow. Had decided to follow the plan Knox was kind enough to arrange for him, determined to go to Louisiana, and declined an opportunity at a school. However, the letter from Winslow suggested Knox might not be in favor of the plan after all, and Winslow suggested he go to New York to consult with several sponsors of the expedition. Ultimately they all decided he should not travel to New Orleans without a guarantee of employment there. He has not heard from anyone in awhile and hopes Knox will tell him what to…

GLC02437.07855

19 January 1805

How, Marius, fl. 1805

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Wyllie

Writes to ask if Wyllie will help them, through his position on the State Legislature, get approval to appoint a Justice of the Peace for the Walpole section of Bristol. Declares that the town would like to appoint Mr. David C. Burr, who he claims is a "true & genuine Federalist." Also suggests that he contact Henry Knox for assistance if Knox is in Boston. Also warns that a deceitful "Rank Jacobin" (no name provided) may be trying to obtain the same position in a Federalist guise, and urges that the governor does not nominate him.

GLC02437.07902

1 August 1805

Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Is very grateful for Knox's kind reply to his letter, and the enclosure of twenty dollars. Discusses his possible project in New Orleans, and would like to undertake it if he is able to start on respectable footing, with Knox's help. Will write to his family members, but is unsure whether they will help him. Comments on his upcoming trip, and the help he will need.

GLC02437.07958

29 April-1 May 1772

Wright, & Gill, fl. 1753-1798

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Invoice of goods]

List of "sundry Stationary [sic] shipped on Board the John, John White" going to Boston. Items are all various types of paper. Includes a note dated 1 May, stating that Wright & Gill have shipped the order. Noted as a copy.

GLC02437.08284

20 July 1773

Wright, & Gill, fl. 1753-1798

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Invoice of goods]

List of stationery to be shipped to Boston for Henry Knox. Mainly consists of various types of paper. Date previously inferred, written in red.

GLC02437.08328

22 September 1773

Wright, & Gill, fl. 1753-1798

Manuscript document

Title: [Account]

Lists transactions between Henry Knox and Wright & Gill, a London firm, by date, starting from 5 April 1771 to 6 July 1773. Noted as a copy in the docket.

GLC02437.08332

18 January 1779

Yancey, James, fl. 1779

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Account with William Knox]

William's account with Yancey includes sealing wax, shoes, tax, thread, various types of cloth, stockings, sugar, playing cards, etc. The total for this bill came to £837.11.3. Signed by Yancey stating he received payment.

GLC02437.08460

22 January 1779

Yancey, James, fl. 1779

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Account with William Knox]

Account between William Knox and James Yancey. Includes women's shoes and credit for sugar. Signed by Yancey.

GLC02437.08463

9 March 1779

Yancey, James, fl. 1779

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Bill for William Knox]

Bill for 2 yards of ribbon and a pair of gloves. Total comes to £1.16. Signed by Yancey stating payment was made.

GLC02437.08475

11 June 1779

Yancey, James, fl. 1779

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Bill for William Knox]

Bill for sugar. Knox paid £56.5. Yancey signed the document stating he received payment.

GLC02437.08489

8 June 1797

Woodworth, fl. 1797

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Receipt]

List of items Captain Spalding bought from Woodworth.

GLC02437.08713

29 May 1802

Young, & Minns, 1803-1814

Autograph document signed

Title: [Receipt]

Receipt for a turnpike road for Henry Knox.

GLC02437.08798

6 November 1802

Gleason, John, fl. 1796-1811

Autograph document signed

Title: [Receipt]

Receipt of $50 from Stephen Young to be deducted from the amount Young owes to Henry Knox.

GLC02437.08802

10 May 1738

Woodside, William, fl. 1738

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Testimony]

Report concerning the Indians in the Penobscot region of Maine and their relations with Samuel Waldo. Attested to by Benjamin Larrabee.

GLC02437.08885

14 May 1738

Woodside, Jean, fl. 1738

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Testimony]

Testimony of Jean and Anna Woodside regarding an encounter with a Penobscott Indian and his squaw. "She then asked him why the Indians would not lett the English and Irish sett down there, he replyd it spoild their hunting..." Jean appears as 'Jane' in the text.

GLC02437.08886

15 January 1748

Zouberbuhlen, S., fl. 1748

Manuscript letter signed

Title: to unknown

Discusses the sale of cargo, including boards, and cattle.

GLC02437.08946

4 June 1755

Wyman, Isaac, fl. 1755

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Israiel Williams

Report regarding Indian raids. Noted as written at Fort Massachusetts, state unknown.

GLC02437.08980

17 February 1767

Woodbridge, Timothy, 1709-1774

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Flucker

Discusses the recent visit of Mr. [possibly Stephen] West, who is considering purchasing part of Woodbridge's "Glasswork grant." Believes that this will help the grant, as it is already split into portions by the "Housatonnock river." Imagines Flucker has a plan for the grant land and asks questions on the subject.

GLC02437.09041

31 March 1769

Manuscript document

Title: [Relative to lands in Worcester]

Docket suggests the letter is a copy of a letter to [Major Denny]. Discusses lands belonging to Brigadier Waldo in the county of Worcester, which had apparently been sold to several other parties before his death.

GLC02437.09058

10 December 1782

Carleton, Osgood, 1742-1816

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for a leave of absence for James Wheland]

Carleton, Lieutenant Commander of the Invalid Regiment, recommends Wheland for a thirty day furlough so he may spend time with his wife, who is sick. Directs his recommendation to Major Doughty (possibly John Doughty).

GLC02437.09558

6 January 1783

Crane, John, 1744-1805

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for a leave of absence for Major Perkins]

Colonel Crane recommends Perkins for a leave of absence until 15 April 1783. Directs his recommendation to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09605