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[Financial agreement with R.G. Amory]
9 July 1804
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Outlines a financial agreement in which Knox borrows money from R.G. [possibly Rufus G.] Amory. Includes information on repayment.
GLC02437.07870
[Account with Benjamin Bussey]
5 October 1804
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Discusses his financial accounts with Benjamin Bussey, Israel Thorndike, and Henry Jackson.
GLC02437.07884
Proposal to Benjamin Bussey
November 1804
Proposal to Benjamin Bussey of a financial arrangement between him and Knox.
GLC02437.07896
to John Avery
6 June 1805
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Addressed to the Secretary of the Commonwealth, who was John Avery. Writes, "I respectfully accept the honor conferred by the legislature electing me a member of the Council for advising...
GLC02437.07939
to Henry Knox
7 June 1805
Avery, John, 1739-1806
Writes to inform Knox that the Governor [Caleb Strong] requests Knox's presence in the Council Chamber as soon as convenient.
GLC02437.07940
[Agreement between Henry Knox and Benjamin Bussey]
8 July 1805
Bussey, Benjamin, 1757-1842
Agreement describing the sale of various towns and townships from Knox to Bussey. Agreement also states that Samuel Dutton and Charles Turner will be hired to survey of the lands. Signed by Knox and Bussey, as well as by Charles Davis as a witness.
GLC02437.07953
12 September 1805
Bradford, Alden, 1765-1843
Writes that since Knox has declined to be a candidate for state Congress in the next election, many reputable men in his district are supporting a Mr. Orchard Cook. Provides some of his qualifications, including that he is a Federalist, and asks...
GLC02437.07971
12 October 1805
Recommends John Merrick of Hallowell, Maine, for a Justice of the Peace commission. Also suggests Jonathan Ellis of Topsham for a Special Justice position. Explains their qualifications.
GLC02437.07974
[Map of land]
30 November 1801
Holland, Park, 1752-1844
Notes as a copy. A detailed hand drawn map of a plan for settlers' lots in Bangor, Maine. Shows rivers, creeks, and each lot is numbered. Docket notes, "Park Holland Esq [his] letter February 1802 - John Gleasons extract."
GLC02437.10605
to George Washington
14 April 1796
Declines the appointment as a commissioner to negotiate the boundary between Maine and Canada (part of Jay's Treaty). Cites his preoccupation with the construction work being done on his home, as well as the conflict of interest he faces due to his...
GLC02437.06704
12 May 1796
Beaumez, Sarah Lyons Flucker, fl. 1784-1801
Signature was clipped, but handwriting suggests the author is Sarah Lyons Flucker Beaumez, Knox's sister-in-law. Was unable to forward the power of attorney to Knox via Mr. [Christopher] Gore, who returned to Boston earlier than she expected....
GLC02437.06738
January 15, 1797
Mentions the loss of two children and settling into his new home and the surrounding area. Also discusses Washington's retirement and the threat of war with France, "there will be no danger of the french attempting an invasion of our country. If...
GLC02437.06900
February 27, 1796
Bingham, William, 1752-1804
Received Knox's recent letter and regrets the news that he omitted a bond he meant to send Knox; he sends it along now (not present). Discusses their land purchase deal with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring. Explains at great length the details of...
GLC02437.06639
February 28, 1796
Regrets living so far from her dearest friends. Writes at length about her hopes that Knox will make good on his promise and help take care of her and her children. Has spoken to several friends on the subject, including General [David] Cobb, and...
GLC02437.06644
2 March 1796
Bingham discusses at length, and in detail, various business arrangements he is making as Knox's agent, particularly regarding land speculation. Mentions the recent actions of the General Court on the subject.
GLC02437.06647
3 March 1796
Burton, William, fl. 1789-1796
Burton and Philip Audebert mention that Knox had previously given them certificates verifying that they had remained in Philadelphia during a fever yellow epidemic in 1793. Write that Congress is now considering providing compensation to those who...
GLC02437.06648
5 March 1796
Anthony, Joseph, fl. 1792-1797
Writes to Knox with a question about exchanging bonds for a business associate, Mr. William Mc[Murtrie].
GLC02437.06652
Discusses land purchase negotiations with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring. Also considers the purchase of Indian lands, though the location of those lands is unspecified. Writes that General [Henry] Jackson has been too busy lately to help with...
GLC02437.06653
to Henry Knox [incomplete]
March 23, 1796
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is William Bingham. Includes some information and calculations regarding a business negotiation apparently with a Mr. [Alexander] Baring, which he is working on for Knox. Provides detailed information...
GLC02437.06671
March 26, 1796
Discusses financial transactions, including a negotiation with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring. Mentions certain "Engagements" which will become payable in a month. Comments on sale or mortgage of lands. Provides a detailed account of several...
GLC02437.06675
to Lucy Flucker Knox
March 28, 1796
S.L. Beaumez writes to her niece, Lucy Flucker Knox, daughter of Henry and Lucy Knox. Asks after the well-being of the family, and pledges her thanks for their friendship and kindness. Discusses her recent travels (specifically, a trip to Baltimore...
GLC02437.06679
March 29, 1796
Discusses a variety of business ventures, including a lottery for land that General [Henry] Jackson apparently bought shares in. Also mentions monies owed by the deceased [Samuel] Shaw. Comments on other financial transactions.
GLC02437.06680
March 30, 1796
Writes that he has had several conversations with Mr. [William] Bingham regarding Knox's bonds, which are payable next month. They are apparently unsure whether Knox will be able to pay his bonds off on time. Anthony relates that Knox's creditors...
GLC02437.06681
to Joseph Anthony
March 31, 1796
Writes that since his last letter to Anthony, he has heard from Mr. [William] Bingham regarding the arrangement of Knox's funds. Assures him that Bingham has a plan which would release him from any financial liability when payment is due on Knox's...
GLC02437.06684
to William Bingham and Abijah Hammond
Contains two letters. The first is labeled an extract of a letter to Mr. [William] Bingham. Writes about how grateful he is for Bingham's help with Knox's personal affairs. Discusses business negotiations with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring as...
GLC02437.06685
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