31 January 1790

Talbot, Silas, 1751-1813

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Forwards (not included) copies of papers and a letter (see GLC02437.04491) he sent to the President, George Washington, for Knox to look at. Also asks Knox for his support in his application for a position. Writes, "...being convinced that a word from you to him [the President] in due season will have a powerful effect on his mind and in my favor..."

GLC02437.04490

26 April 1802

Tousard, Louis de, 1749-1817

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses his strained and tensed relationship with [Henry?] Dearborn. States, "Not being a Roman Catholic yourself, you cannot appreciate the feelings of a poor soul after having remained a long while in Purgatory, when the Angel comes to announce him that the time of penance is fulfilled and takes him to Paradise. It is a grand pity indeed, because in two words I could tell you what are my feelings at Being no more under the Command of such a contemptible wretch as that Dearborn is - you can have no idea of all the malignity, ignorance, and mean petty tricks, which himself and assistants…

GLC02437.07728

26 January 1803

Thatcher, Samuel, 1776-1872

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Knox

Signature has been clipped. Writes, "I take the liberty to address you respecting the separation of Maine from Massachusetts." Declares that the Federalists in Washington, D.C. fear that this separation is dangerous to federalism and will bring forth disorder. Asks what the citizens have to gain from the separation, and believes they feel well governed by Massachusetts: "I think we are more safe under the government of Massachusetts than we should be by a legislature composed of men from every village in Maine." Asks Knox to use his influence to weigh in on the subject.

GLC02437.07783

25 February 1803

Thatcher, Samuel, 1776-1872

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Glad to hear from Knox that he agreed with Thatcher that separating Maine from Massachusetts would be "destructive of its interests & respectability." Discusses the likely passage of a bill in Congress to establish a lighthouse on an island in the Penobscot Bay. Asks Knox if he will obtain some necessary paperwork to certify Congress's jurisdiction over the island.

GLC02437.07789

5 June 1782

Tracy, John, fl. 1789-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by Tracy, of the well-known merchant family from Newburyport, to Major General Knox. Says his sister and brother-in-law, Mr. Jackson, are going to be staying in Philadelphia for the summer and wants his sister to be acquainted with Lucy Knox. Congratulates Knox on his recent promotion.

GLC02437.01440

5 October 1782

Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

Written from Head Quarters. No addressee is listed, but likely written to Henry Knox. Writes that "Mr. Cornell and Mr. Wadsworth have commenced a treaty, which I hope will terminate in the latter's taking up the Contracts of the whole Army - Mr. Wadsworth wishes to do every thing that the Army can reasonably repeat, and for that purpose desired to be made acquainted with every particular relating to the business, before he enters upon it - I took the liberty of suggesting, that no persons could be so well qualified to judge of the defects of the old contract, as officers who had immediately…

GLC02437.01646

31 October 1782

Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written from "Head Quarters." Writes, "I send you a packet for the officer commanding at Dobb's Ferry which His Excellency wishes may be forwarded on without loss of time - You have likewise the general order of yesterday requesting the return of the Massachusetts and Connecticut Lines. Be good eno' to let Genl. [Jedediah] Huntington know that they are in your hands - he will want them immediately."

GLC02437.01689

12 April 1783

Thompson, Isaiah, fl. 1775-1783

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Captain Lieutenant Thompson discusses a mistake made about his pay.

GLC02437.02083

23 August 1783

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lewis [Teisoui]

Informs [Teisoui] that his brother, William Knox, asked that their correspondence should be sent via [Teisoui] and expresses some uncertainty about whether William will be going to England.

GLC02437.02411

22 October 1783

Tillotson, Thomas, 1750-1835

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks if 1000 or 1500 in exchange for Mr. Morris's notes will be agreeable to Knox. If so, he will keep them for Knox.

GLC02437.02698

2 November 1783

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Mr. Tillotson

Discusses a business transaction.

GLC02437.02752

3 November 1783

Tillotson, Thomas, 1750-1835

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses a business transaction and money issues.

GLC02437.02755

25 October 1784

Teissier, Lewis, fl. 1784

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes, "I beg leave to sincerely congratulate you on the total recovery of my worthy Friend your Brother Mr. Wm. Knox from the disagreeable state of despondency he was in for a few months & of which with his other Friends who like myself live in great intimacy with him I find he has no remains." William had previously instructed Henry to send his mail care of Teissier, a merchant in London.

GLC02437.03061

5 February 1785

Tracy, Nathaniel, 1751-1796

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Tracy discusses the "unfortunate situation" of Knox's brother, William, who is in London. Assures Knox that William "is in an exceeding good Family, where he is treated with great tenderness, & is attended by one of the first Phisicians [sic] in London..." Promises to "pay every attention in [his] power" to William during his stay in England.

GLC02437.03094

9 March 1785

Thomson, Charles, 1729-1824

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Thomson, Secretary of Congress, transmits "the ordinance for ascertaining the powers and duty of the Secretary at War, the act establishing the salary and the minute of the election." Expresses his wish for Knox's prompt response and acceptance. Duplicate of GLC02437.03106.

GLC02437.03105

17 March 1785

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Charles Thomson

Knox writes to Thomson, Secretary of Congress. Accepts the appointment of Secretary at War: "I have the most grateful sentiments to Congress for this distinguishing mark of their confidence, and I shall according to the best of my abilities attempt to execute the duties of the office. I shall have a perfect reliance upon a candid interpretation of my actions, and I shall hope that application to business, and propriety of intention, may in a degree excuse a deficiency of talents." Plans to be at New York by 12 April 1785.

GLC02437.03114

25 November 1787

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Silas Talbot

Discusses the circumstances of Talbot's sons who are now in France. States they have been well received by the intendant of Normandy and that Count Montmorin, acting as Minister of Marine since the resignation of the Marquis de Castries, has placed them in the volunteers of the 3rd class in the royal navy. Also discusses their various expenses for room and board. Mentions a statement given by Monsieur La Forest and relays that he wants an answer concerning the reimbursement of funds. States, "It was also hinted by Mr. La Forest that it would be beneficial were you to obtain letters from Mr. […

GLC02437.03714

28 January 1788

Tillier, Rudoph, fl. 1788-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: [to Henry Knox]

Tillier introduces Knox to Mr. Tardiveau, possibly Barthelemi Tardiveau, the author of a memorial Tillier had previously given to Knox. Identified as a copy in the docket.

GLC02437.03776

15 May 1789

Tracy, John, fl. 1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to forward an enclosed letter to General [Josiah] Harmar (he spells it "Harmer"), which contains a letter to Major [Winthrop] Sargent (letter is not included). Also discusses his shares in the Ohio Company and his ability to settle his estate for his children. Sends respects to Knox and his wife, as well as to Governor [Arthur] St. Clair, if he happens to be with Knox in New York. Docket is marked private, and contains the struck name of "Nathaniel," with "John" written over the strikeout.

GLC02437.04204

4 June 1789

Tracy, John, fl. 1789-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks for Knox's help in keeping his friend, General [Jonathan] Titcomb, in office. Writes that General Titcomb led a militia force in the previous war and never received any compensation, and also lost his fortune after the war. His only method of supporting himself is through a position in the naval office at Newburyport. Is unsure whether the government in New York will be in charge of hiring for this position, but hopes that Knox will recommend that Titcomb stay in office. Suggests that he ask Mr. [possibly Tristram] Dalton, Mr. [possibly Rufus] King and Mr. [possibly Elbridge] Gerry…

GLC02437.04231

4 October 1789

Tracy, Margaret, fl. 1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses her husband's position as an inspector and Deputy Adjutant General and asks Knox to confirm the opening of a position.

GLC02437.04379

21 December 1789

Tracy, John, fl. 1789-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses his troubles concerning his family estate. Says that financial difficulties will prevent him from settling in the Western Country. Discusses his financial ruin, stating, "in a word, I must look to my Country, a Country that I neither spared property, Labour or attention to support, when in my power but on the contrary, the confidence I placed was my ruin - I do not reflect on myself or my Country - I was happy in sinking or swimming with them..." Asks Knox to assist him in obtaining a position in the Customs Office.

GLC02437.04446

25 December 1789

Thomson, Charles, 1729-1824

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Expresses his satisfaction on their victory in the revolution and forwards Knox a letter. Writes, "I can assure you that whether I look back to the share I have had in the late glorious revolution, or forward to the prospects which open to view in consequence of this happy event; whether I reflect on our Escape from the galling yoke of depressing tyranny or on the fair chance now given for the spread of freedom & happiness through this immense continent I enjoy a pleasing satisfaction..." Noted as written in Harriton, which is the name of Charles Thomson's house in Bryn Mawr,…

GLC02437.04451

25 May 1790

Thomas, Alexander, fl. 1790

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Apologizes for taking the liberty to write to Knox, whom he does not know personally but only by reputation. Explains that he worked as a clerk in the office of the Massachusetts Commissary General, but was recently dismissed because there was not enough work to require his services. Has since been unemployed, and has moved his family to New York City in hopes of finding work. Asks Knox for his "patronage & assistance in some employ."

GLC02437.04616

26 May 1790

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Alexander Thomas

In response to a previous letter (see GLC02437.04616), Knox informs Thomas that he would be happy to help in any way possible, but at present, he cannot employ him.

GLC02437.04618