12 June 1784

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph document signed

Title: [Orders regarding the Act of Congress to reduce the infantry]

Discusses arrangements made in light of the Congressional resolve to discharge most of the Continental troops. Writes, "General Knox cannot take leave of this remnant of the Continental Army without expressing his ardent wishes for their future prosperity, and his firm confidence that their conduct as citizens, will be as good and amiable as their characters as soldiers have been illustrious and honorable." Location inferred.

GLC02437.03016

25 July 1786

Crane, John, 1744-1805

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox if he will help him request a settlement of his accounts. So far he has been unsuccessful, and the Paymaster General's office, headed by Mr. [John] Pierce, has not been authorized by Congress to perform the necessary actions.

GLC02437.03284

18 June 1789

Cony, Daniel, fl. 1777-1816

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes that a number of people have asked him to contact Knox about settling on the northwest corner of the Waldo patent lands. Believes the value of the land would improve if Knox had good settlers, so would like to Know if Knox is interested in his recommendations.

GLC02437.04246

1 August 1789

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Daniel Cony

Received his recent letter regarding persons of good character who would like to settle on the Waldo patent lands. Asks that he refer the applicants to Captain Thomas Vose and David Fales, who act as his agents on-site. Emphasizes his interest in arranging favorable terms with any worthy people who would like to settle the land.

GLC02437.04310

23 September 1790

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to William Constable

Knox notes receipt of Constable's letter of 17 September 1790. Writes that although he told Constable on 23 July that he would "accept the terms...for the St. Lawrence lands," three months have gone by and he cannot be expected to honor the same agreement.

GLC02437.04734

26 January 1799

Dane, Nathan, 1752-1835

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Dane discusses a proposition Knox offered him the day before. Dane details the provisions of the propositions of "Mr. Thorndike." Dane lists the finances and land purchase opportunities related to this matter, mentioning Henry Jackson and Benjamin Lincoln. Dane wants to make sure there would be security in this transaction. Knox is offering some of his land as security.

GLC02437.07230

1 October 1799

Davis, Daniel, 1762-1835

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Davis notes to Knox that he (Davis) has the task of selling the lands from the estate of "the late Mr. Flucker." Davis relates to Knox how the process is coming along and notes the difficulties involved, especially with selling the Duckpond Lands.

GLC02437.07312

25 December 1799

Davis, Daniel, 1762-1835

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Davis has received Knox's letter regarding "Trucky" and "Johnson." Davis believes he will have to work with Truky "as the receipt...expressly recognizes that he is to have a deed." Davis will insist "upon the whole money in hand, according to the first contract." Davis will remain at Bath awhile longer. He gave "Major Davidson notice, that Miss Knox would be at Bath on the 2d of Jany. before I knew of Mr. Bradfords intention to accompany her to Wiscassett."

GLC02437.07345

30 January 1806

Copeland, Moses, fl. 1786-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes that he understands a Republican coalition has prepared a petition to get him impeached. Explains that this coalition argues Copeland should be removed due to dishonest economic dealings, such as taking a bribe. Asks for Knox's help.

GLC02437.08001

1836/10/28

Livingston, Robert L., 1746-1813

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Montgomery Livingston re: best wishes for a pleasant stay in Italy

Robert L. Livingston wishes his son Montgomery to enjoy his stay in Italy and to learn as much as he can of its Roman history. He also gives news of the family at Clermont.

GLC03107.04555

1837/01/30

Livingston, Robert L., 1746-1813

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Montgomery Livingston re: encouragement to learn the German language

Robert L. Livingston applauds his son's desire to learn the German language, and encourages him to board with a German family.

GLC03107.04556

1837/05/11

Manuscript

Title: "They won't propose"

Verse poem written in the voice of a single woman exasperated by her many beaux who appear to court her but never propose. The manuscript is addressed to Montgomery Livingston.

GLC03107.04557

circa 1815-1860

Gautier, Daniel, fl. 1815-1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip Livingston re: plan for a house

Gautier describes his plan for a house for Philip Livingston, and also includes a drawing of the ground floor and front part of the house.

GLC03107.04558

circa 1815-1860

Note

Title: to Philip Livingston re: desire to sell dried goods

The author of the note writes that his wife has rum and molasses, and could sell more dried goods if she had some.

GLC03107.04559

1838/09/13

New York

Document

Title: to Peter Miller re: subpoena to appear before the Chancellor

The subpoena orders Peter Miller to appear before the Chancellor, Reuben H. Walworth, in the Court of Chancery in order to answer to a complaint made by John S. Livingston.

GLC03107.04560

1835/06/21

Livingston, Edward, 1764-1836

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Forsyth re: negotiating a treaty with France

Edward Livingston explains his actions in trying to negotiate a treaty with France. Typed transcript available in the collateral file. Written aboard the U.S. Frigate "Constitution" at sea near Long Island.

GLC03107.04561

1831/11/18

Bushnell, C., fl. 1831

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Livingston re: witness for a trial

C. Bushnell advises Mrs. Livingston that a certain Mr. Smails is a crucial witness to the defense in a present trial, and urges her to ensure his appearance at the trial. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.04562

1831/12/02

Bushnell & Gaul

Letter

Title: to Mrs. Livingston re: court proceedings

Bushnell and Gaul inform Mrs. Livingston of the recent events in a certain court case, and also emphasize the importance of a specific note as a key piece of evidence. Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.04563

1790/01/14

DeLameter, Cornelius, fl. 1790-1791

Autograph document signed

Title: Receipt from Jacob Haver of rent due the Livingston's

Jacob Haver made a payment of wheat for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04564

1790/01/12

DeLameter, Cornelius, fl. 1790-1791

Autograph document signed

Title: Receipt of rent from George Kalderhyse of rent due the Livingston's

George Kalderhyse paid wheat for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04565

1790/01/12

DeLameter, Cornelius, fl. 1790-1791

Autograph document signed

Title: Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Receipt of rent payment for Walter, Robert, Henry, and John Livingston.

GLC03107.04566

1790/01/11

DeLameter, Cornelius, fl. 1790-1791

Autograph document signed

Title: Receipt from Abraham Kamer of rent due the Livingston's

Payment of wheat for rent due Henry, John, and Walter Livingston.

GLC03107.04567

1790/01/11

DeLameter, Cornelius, fl. 1790-1791

Autograph document signed

Title: Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Rent due to Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04568

1790/01/09

DeLameter, Cornelius, fl. 1790-1791

Autograph document signed

Title: Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Rent due to Robert, John, Walter, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04569

1790/01/04

DeLameter, Cornelius, fl. 1790-1791

Autograph document signed

Title: Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Rent due to Robert, Walter, Henry, and John Livingston.

GLC03107.04570