23 March 1796

Smith, William Stephens, 1755-1816

Manuscript letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Write to regretfully inform Knox that due to "unexpected embarrassments" they will not be able to continue in business with Knox. Apologize profusely, but seem to ask Knox to pay back what he owes them.

GLC02437.06673

28 March 1796

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript document

Title: to Abijah Hammond

No addressee listed, but previous research lists the addressee as "Abijah Hammond at New York." This information was added later in pencil. Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Mentions previous correspondence with Hammond and with Colonel [William Stephens] Smith. Asks about a deed to lands in the Waldo patent, and the financial transactions associated with the deed.

GLC02437.06678

6 April 1796

Hammond, Abijah, 1757-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Refers to recent correspondence from Knox, and declares that it would be impossible for either him or Colonel [William Stephens] Smith to put into effect the accommodation Knox proposes. Adds that Colonel Smith is embarrassed by his situation but believes he will be able to recover financially. Colonel Smith's misfortunes have unfortunately made Hammond's own finances difficult, and he has had to rely on friends to help him stay afloat. Hopes Knox will be able to immediately give him back the note Knox owes. Briefly discusses other business and social matters.

GLC02437.06695

11 April 1796

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Abijah Hammond

Received his recent correspondence. Is very concerned to hear of Hammond's financial difficulties, especially considering his own inability to pay the remittance he owes to Hammond. Discusses in detail the financial situation of himself, Hammond, Colonel [William Stephens] Smith, and his agent Mr. [William] Bingham.

GLC02437.06700

22 April 1796

Hammond, Abijah, 1757-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes to enclose a letter to Knox that he had to update based on new information from Colonel [William Stephens] Smith (not present). Discusses several key political matters, such as a resolution suggested to Congress that is causing alarm in New York, as well as a petition to Congress for carrying a particular Treaty into effect. Writes that their opponents have created a counter-petition, but far fewer prominent citizens have signed that one than their petition. Also discusses upcoming elections for New York State Legislature, and reports that both parties are working hard to win…

GLC02437.06715

24 May 1796

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Timothy Pickering and George Hammond

Contains several letters. The first letter, to Mr. Pickering, is about Mr. [likely Christopher] Gore, who has delivered Pickering the letter. Gore has been appointed Commissioner of a body negotiating with Great Britain for captured Americans on British vessels (as part of Jay's Treaty). Explains Gore's character and political beliefs. The last two letters are apparently to Mr. [George] Hammond, a British minister to the United States. The first introduces Hammond to a Mr. [Tudor], who would like to visit Europe. The second sends his respects to Hammond's wife as well as to Mr. and Mrs…

GLC02437.06750

29 May 1796

Hammond, Abijah, 1757-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Mentions that since Knox's last letter, he has been very sick and therefore unable to conduct business. Reminds Knox that in a previous letter, he enclosed a statement from Colonel [William Stephens] Smith. Apparently sends condolences to Knox and his wife, likely for the recent deaths of two of Knox's children.

GLC02437.06753

21 June 1796

Hammond, Abijah, 1757-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Apologizes for not writing sooner to thank Knox for his last letter. Reports that the only statement he received from Colonel [William Stephens] Smith he has sent along to Knox. Smith is out of town at present but will get another copy when he returns.

GLC02437.06778

26 December 1799

Gray, Edward, fl. 1799-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Gray renews his request that Knox "send to Mr. Jos. Peirce yr Deed to Mrs. Waldo who has been long anxiously waiting."

GLC02437.07346

12 May 1800

Gray, Edward, fl. 1799-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Gray tells Knox, "On application to General Lincoln, he informs me that Mrs. Knox is Proprietor in her own right of one fifth of the land you conveyed to Mrs. Waldo." Gray has enclosed "a deed...to be executed by Mrs. Knox and yourself and acknowledged, which you will please to transmit to Mr. Peirce, who will deliver me the other deed and this also on receiving Mrs. Waldo's

GLC02437.07407

17 November 1801

Ulmer, George, 1756-1825

Manuscript document signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Signed by Abner Milliken and George Ulmer as Justice of the Peace. A sworn deposition by Abner Milliken swearing he heard Everton say the lot which Levi Gay resides on was signed over by Everton to Knox in 1798.

GLC02437.07672

17 May 1803

Hamlin, Perez, fl. 1803

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes to ask Knox if he can purchase a specific tract of land in Maine, and asks what price Knox would charge.

GLC02437.07800

23 November 1804

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to [Wales] & Beals

Signature clipped; handwriting and content suggest the author is Henry Knox. Writing to the merchant firm of [Wales] & Beale, Knox confirms that a shipment destined for his son, Henry Jackson Knox, and his son-in-law, E[benezer] Thatcher, has safely arrived. Discusses further orders of merchandise, as well as shipments of Knox's own product, casks of lime.

GLC02437.07895

31 December 1805

Hall, Bradshaw, fl. 1805

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Signed by B. Hall of Castine, Maine, likely Bradshaw Hall, the Register of Deeds for that town. Writes that he has received Knox's packet of deeds and will send them back by mail by the next post. Asks several questions regarding Knox's other instructions and asks for clarification (see GLC02437.07991 for Knox's letter).

GLC02437.07992

6 January 1806

Hall, Bradshaw, fl. 1805

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Returns to Knox several deeds Knox sent him, as well as the certificates Knox requested. Explains in detail the contents of the packet of enclosures.

GLC02437.07993

16 October 1806

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Captain Hall

Asks Captain Hall to inquire, in the various parts of Virginia he plans to visit, whether he can set up contracts for the sale of Knox's lime. Suggests possible prices for which the lime could be sold.

GLC02437.08045

20 October 1782

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to John Hancock

Knox writes to Hancock, Governor of Massachusetts. Informs Hancock that Captain [Dewman?] was injured in the Battle of Germantown and is unfit for further service. Uses [Dewman's] case to encourage Hancock's support of a state law which would pay for the provision of wounded officers. Docketed by Samuel Shaw.

GLC02437.10052

8 November 1788

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Littlefield Greene and Euphemia Morris Ogden

Two parts. First for Catharine Greene. Apologizes that something may prevent him from seeing her. Hopes she will "accept [his] sincere wishes for your happiness, and the happiness of your dear little family." Tells her that if she ever needs anything to ask him and he will do his best to accomplish it. Mentions her runaway servant, Ham [described in GLC02437.04021 as "molatto."] Second for Euphemia Ogden. Regrets not being able to see and play whist with her due to being "detained here by purpose more disagreeable than the employ [of] several apothecary vials." Wishes her well and that…

GLC02437.10215

circa 1585-1763

Manuscript

Title: History of the Livingston family from 1421

The manuscript discusses the Livingston family genealogy beginning in 1421.

GLC03107.04826

circa 1585-1763

Manuscript

Title: History of the Livingston family beginning in 1428

GLC03107.04827

circa 1585-1763

Book

Title: Guide to handling money and finances [incomplete with fragmented pages]

The book contains instructions on how to fulfill various financial transactions, such as "Multiplication of Money," "Reduction," and the "Rule of Three." Extensive explanations and examples are given for each lesson.

GLC03107.04828

29 September 1781

Greene, Nathanael, 1742-1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes from Camp High Hills that he hopes Knox is with General George Washington in Virginia, where "the prospect is so bright and the glory so great." Wished the Continental Army had attacked New York, which was planned before the decision to concentrate forces at Yorktown. Anticipates that Washington will force British General Cornwallis to surrender, ("pile his arms"). Talks in general about the difficulties of his Southern campaign. Inquires about family and friends.

GLC02437.01198

12 December 1781

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nathanael Greene

Since arriving in Philadelphia, has tried to gather a party of about 30 artificers to give to Greene. Discusses Mrs. Greene's trip with their son George Washington Greene to visit Greene at the "high hills of Santee" (the Santee River in South Carolina, where Greene was stationed). Also mentions the recent birth of a son to him and Mrs. Knox, "whom I should name after you were not for the confounded name given by your [illegible] father - as it is I shall call him after some roman whose character I think you may like" (possibly referring to his son Marcus). Sends love to Colonel Williams…

GLC02437.01303

14 April 1782

Greene, Nathanael, 1742-1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by Major General Greene to Major General Knox. References two letters from Knox. Congratulates him on the birth of his son. Asks how his godson is. In reference to the godchild says, "Such a set of responsers I believe never happened before. A quaker and Roman Catholick for the same Child. Which will you chuse[?]" Asks questions about the other Knox children. Says Mrs. Greene has arrived and given him an update on the social life in Philadelphia. Had not seen his wife in 2 years. Says, "She is kinder to me than I am just to her." Says the military situation is gloomy with the enemy…

GLC02437.01388

4 March 1784

Greene, Nathanael, 1742-1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses his family, stating "My feelings are more flattered by domestic duties than public bustle." Comments on credit being given to George Washington (and himself) for service during the Revolutionary War, noting "there are others no less deserving." Expresses the depth of his friendship with Knox. Mentions discontent recently arising regarding the Society of the Cincinnati (some felt it would promote hereditary nobility). Discusses his nomination to work in the Department of War, asking for Knox's opinions.

GLC02437.02971