9 October 1802

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Jackson Knox

A lengthy letter detailing business Henry Jackson Knox (Knox's son) needs to attend to while Knox is gone. The business mainly involves taking care of the mills. Knox notes he has been disappointed with the production of the mills and provides a list of reasons of what he believes are the causes. Written from Montpelier (Thomaston, Maine).

GLC02437.07759

30 May 1803

Knox, Henry Jackson, 1780-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Mentions that he has sent, via Captain [Edward] Kelleran, a shipment of lime and lumber. Reports on several other shipments he is making, including one containing letters for Knox, but he has enclosed some letters as well (not present).

GLC02437.07801

1 June 1803

Knox, Henry Jackson, 1780-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes to his father that he has sent several ships loaded with lime and lumber and they are on their way. Provides Knox with news about his estate, including the fact that "old Wilson" has abandoned his post without warning and has fled west. Mentions that he is frequently in need of small sums of money for house-related expenses, and he has had to draw on Knox's accounts to acquire this money. Has gotten some from his mother, and some from [Thomas] Vose, but hopes Knox will send some money as well.

GLC02437.07804

10 June 1803

Knox, Henry Jackson, 1780-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports on recent shipments and sales of lime and lumber. Discusses problems he is having overseeing mill operation due to the dryness of the weather. Expects a shipment of rum, sugar and coffee. Mentions some financial transactions, and asks Knox to send him some small locks.

GLC02437.07807

2 July 1803

Knox, Henry Jackson, 1780-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes that Captain [Edward] Kelleran has, on board his vessel, a shipment of lime from the Knox estate. As he understands from his father's letters to his mother, their lime is not selling well in Boston. He therefore has asked Kelleran to stop at Portland and try to sell their lime there.

GLC02437.07809

29 July 1803

Knox, Henry Jackson, 1780-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Letter very faded. Written from "St. Georges mills," likely in Maine. Writes to ask if Knox can ship nails for him to use. Also informs Knox that he is sending boards for Knox's fence.

GLC02437.07814

16 December 1803

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Tells his wife he is still in Boston, but is planning his departure and should be home by Saturday, 24 December. Asks her to send four horses, with bridles and saddles, to Mrs. Tuckham's house in Wiscasset, so he can have them when he arrives there on the 23rd. Adds that a Judge Cochran of Canada will be traveling with him, which is why he needs the extra horses. Explains the arrangements he has made with Mr. [Benjamin] Bussey (see GLC02437.07836) and why he has made them. Mentions that he would like to take Lucy and the children with him when he travels next.

GLC02437.07837

9 October 1804

Knox, Henry Jackson, 1780-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Did not want to write to Knox since he expected Knox to return soon to Thomaston, but has found out from his mother that Knox has no fixed date of return, so he wanted to update him. Mentions that the carpenter he hired to build the store never arrived, but Henry Jackson Knox has gotten the construction underway. Describes the timber he has cut and collected, as well as financial and shipping arrangements.

GLC02437.07885

22 October 1804

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Writes a brief note to his wife to let her know that he and his party are on their way home.

GLC02437.07889

5 April 1805

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson Knox

Writes to his son to inform him that ten men (perhaps workmen) are here for him, and will be traveling to him. Declares that they will want payment, and Knox will advance some money, but he will have to pay their passage.

GLC02437.07928

7 April 1805

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson Knox

Encloses a work agreement (not present) with Phineas Whitney and others for employment at the lime works. Provides advice on how best to use the labor. Also consents to him residing on a particular house and farm for the season, and gives him advice about that. Also gives various instructions on issues related to the Knox estate, and asks him to discuss them with Mr. [John] Gleason, Knox's agent.

GLC02437.07929

8 April 1805

Knox, Henry Jackson, 1780-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports that he has written to a Mr. Sumner to ask for men to work at his business, and also for mattresses and blankets for them to use. Discusses developments with his lime works, such as the construction of kilns. Asks Knox to send several barrels of pork and beef so he can feed his workers.

GLC02437.07930

25 October 1805

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Writes to his wife about his financial difficulties. Also discusses his plans for travel. Mentions news of the "continental war" commencing with [Napoleon] Bonaparte at its helm. Reports on several other matters pertaining to business associates and social acquaintances.

GLC02437.07976

12 November 1805

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Does not yet know the exact day he will set out to return to Thomaston. Must wait for the arrival of Colonel [likely Israel] Thorndike to negotiate a deal. Will send his son [Henry Jackson Knox] home with money to pay the workmen.

GLC02437.07982

15 November 1805

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Regrets that he cannot travel to see his wife right now because of business matters he must attend to in Boston. Discusses business with Mr. [John] Gleason and Mr. [Israel] Thorndike. Hopes to arrive home the day before Thanksgiving.

GLC02437.07983

23 November 1805

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Writes to discuss his plans for returning home. Also adds that he is sending Lucy, via Captain [likely Edward] Kelleran, one thousand dollars, for her to give Mr. [John] Gleason so he can pay the workmen.

GLC02437.07988

17 March 1806

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Discusses business endeavors. Considers the imminent conclusion of the war in Europe and the "immense success of [Napoleon] Bonaparte," and how these factors may affect land prices and other areas key to his finances. Also mentions his hopes that Captain [Edward or Benjamin] Kelleran will arrive shortly. Wishes he was at home with Lucy, and sends his love to the children.

GLC02437.08016

8 May 1802

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Knox discusses family matters while at his estate, Montpelier. Expected Lucy to travel to Montpelier, but she decided not to come because of their daughter Lucy's "indisposition." Describes preparing a "pair of partridges- a fine salmon- and an abundant dish of sweet breads" for her anticipated arrival. Declares, "Our mutual affection is the most valued object of my existence- My children the next." Discusses the upcoming legislative assembly, a recent town meeting, financial matters, etc. Relates that he gave their son Henry "60 thousand feet of boards... as a foundation whereon to…

GLC02437.10344

1697

Manuscript document

Title: Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05122

1697-1702/01/17

Manuscript document

Title: Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05124

1697-1698

Manuscript document

Title: Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05125

1697-1699

Manuscript document

Title: Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05132

1697

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Hendrick Hanse [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05133

1697

Manuscript

Title: Manuscript [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05134

1698-1700

Manuscript document

Title: Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05137