3 July 1796

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript letter

Title: to Ebenezer Stevens

Writes that he is shipping lime to Colonel Stevens and asks that he sell the lime for cash at a particular price. Also mentions a shipment of lumber which he is sending to another business associate.

GLC02437.06783

23 September 1796

Stevens, Ebenezer, 1751-1823

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes that he has been unable to convince buyers that Knox's lime is as high in quality as the lime from Rhode Island, and provides the price he has been able to secure for Knox's lime. Discusses financial arrangements with Mr. [possibly Nicholas] Hoffman. Asks that Knox send him any more lime he has as soon as possible.

GLC02437.06822

14 March 1797

Soderstrom, Richard, fl. 1741-1815

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses his interest in buying property in the Eastern lands.

GLC02437.06931

21 April 1797

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to James Spaulding

Discusses arrangements for a shipment of coal and other cargo. Signature is clipped.

GLC02437.06953

7 August 1797

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James Spaulding

Gives directions regarding building supplies such as lumber. Noted as written at Montpelier, Knox's home in Thomaston, Maine.

GLC02437.07012

26 September 1797

Sprague, John, fl. 1797-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Apologizes and explains that he was absent from court and therefore unable to tend to Knox's business. Noted as written in Lancaster, though the state is unknown.

GLC02437.07034

31 May 1798

Staples, William, fl. 1788-1798

Autograph document signed

Title: to Henry Knox

First part is a return for the number of salmon caught on the island from 14-26 May. Written in John Rynier's hand. Second part is a note from William Staples giving some possible reasons for the drop in the number of fish. Includes signatures from both Rynier and Staples.

GLC02437.07142

2 November 1801

Stevens, Ebenezer, 1751-1823

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the lime business, says he believes there is a need for lime in his town. Goes on to further discuss aspects of the lime business. Believes it would be to Knox's advantage to visit them where they could discuss the business further.

GLC02437.07654

31 October 1804

Stebbins, Josiah, 1766-1823

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written from "New Milford," which was renamed Alna, Maine. Writes to inform Knox, as a member of the Board of Council, that he has recommended to Governor [Caleb] Strong that a Justice of the Peace be appointed to his region, and that he has recommended Mr. Jeremiah Pearson for the job. Also warns that another (unnamed) man in the town has curried favor with politicians to get a recommendation for the job; this man is not qualified for the position, and, indeed, is corrupt and shameful.

GLC02437.07891

12 January 1806

Stevens & Joy, fl. 1806

Manuscript letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson Knox

The firm of Stevens & Joy writes to say it is sorry to read the contents of Henry Jackson Knox's recent letters. Stevens & Joy write that they expected to hear of his poor fortune. Offer some suggestions regarding his accounts and those of his father, Henry Knox.

GLC02437.07997

24 September 1782

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Alexander, Lord Stirling

Reports the arrival of part of a [bldg.] sent by Alexander. Discusses recent orders and troop movements in New York. Mentions ordering troops to Albany to take down a laboratory and to check on wagons in the vicinity. Mentions the recent death of his infant son, writing "The misery inflicted upon us poor mortals appears frequently to be too great to be borne, and yet we wade on, if not contented, yet unwilling to have a period put to our troubles and the shadows we call pleasures." Notes that Mrs. Knox sends her regards to William Duer and Lady "Kitty" Duer (Catharine Alexander, Stirling'…

GLC02437.10047

30 April 1783

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alexander Stewart

Discusses acquiring horses from Stewart. The middle section of this letter has been clipped out, leaving a large break in text.

GLC02437.10108

8 May 1785

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to J. Hector St. John de Crèvecoeur

Knox writes to Crevecoeur, French consul at New York. Expresses his regret at Crevecoeur's loss of important papers. Apparently responding to Crevecoeur's request for information related to the Revolutionary War, writes, "...I was not at the frontiers during the War having always been with the Army under the immediate orders of His Ex Gen Washington[.]"

GLC02437.03141

6 June 1789

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes via their mutual friend, General [Rufus] Putnam, but unfortunately has no news to report from the Western territories. Discusses his pleasure at the commencement of the new government, especially at the fact that "our Cincinnatus has been induced to once more quit his Plough" (referring to General George Washington's decision to accept the Presidency). Had wished for his Excellency's success and happiness, and asks Knox to send his best wishes to the President. Also sends his best wishes to Mrs. Knox, Knox's brother William, and asks him to "remember me to any of our friends who are…

GLC02437.04234

20 August 1789

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Received his recent letter and hopes that Knox's child is restored to health. Is overjoyed to hear of the President's recovery; feels his death might have caused dramatic instability. Discusses his interest in the "doings of Congress," especially the Treasury Bill. Mentions that he is "very poor" and trusts that Knox will help him acquire a government appointment if possible. Also relates that they have apprehended a Virginian man named Wetzell who fired on an Indian man by the name of Washington. Has enclosed some letters to his friends (not present) for Knox to forward.

GLC02437.04332

15 September 1791

St. Clair, Arthur, 1734-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References a letter he wrote Knox from Lexington on 4 September. Encloses a duplicate of that letter here (not included). Says all the troops he is supposed to have arrived on 9, 10, and 12 September, except the Kentucky militia. Has received Knox's letters of 11, 18, and 25 August with their enclosures. Writes, "The Anxiety Sir, which the President has expressed that the Operations of the Campaign should begin at an early period does not surprise me, and the Delays that have hitherto taken place have been to me the most irksome that can possibly be imagined." Wants Knox to reassure the…

GLC02437.05157

18 September 1791

St. Clair, Arthur, 1734-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports that he was able to advise Knox of the arrival of General Richard Butler and the last contingent of troops. Says the Kentucky militiamen are expected on 25 September. Will probably move from the camp on the Great Miami River on or before the 25 September. Writes, "I have been too sanguine in my Calculation of the time necessary for erecting the Fort there, but as soon as it is enclosed, and the shell of the Houses up, the Garrison will be able to compleat it for themselves before Winter." Notes the commissary has forward 100,000 rations to the camp. The quartermaster and court of…

GLC02437.05161

25 September 1791

St. Clair, Arthur, 1734-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Since St. Clair last wrote on 23 September, Colonel Oldham arrived with the Kentucky militia. Oldham brought a letter from General Charles Scott, which is enclosed (not included). Scott has doubts about the militia, but Oldham has been reassuring. As the militia was "called out by draught," Scott believes he will not be able to command another volunteer expedition. Speaks of a deluge of rain, which has impeded transportation of provisions and stores. The weather is better today and things are now moving. Says the Court of Inquiry has finished their business and that General Josiah Harmar has…

GLC02437.05166

2 January 1792

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written from Fort Washington, at present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Asks Knox to attend to the accompanying letters, which outline confrontations between General [Arthur] St. Clair and Indians in the frontier, specifically in Kentucky. Wishes he had more information about the Indian towns. Would like information on how the government will protect the frontier region in during the upcoming season. Asks about the possibility of hiring some Chickasaw Indians to work within the army for upcoming campaigns.

GLC02437.05285

6 January 1792

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written from Fort Washington, at present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Received his recent letter, and touches on financial matters. Mentions that he heard that the President intends to eliminate the position of Adjutant General of the Army (his current position) after the present campaign in the frontier, and give the Adjutant's duties to the Inspector. Comments on whether to take as a personal affront the elimination of his position. Discusses his motives for joining the campaigns in the Ohio territories.

GLC02437.05287

10 March 1792

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written from Fort Washington, in present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Comments on and defends his ability to perform his duties under General [Arthur] St. Clair. Also touches on his abilities to use military forces to protect areas in the Northwest Territories. Declares that he has done everything in his power, and refers Knox to General [James] Wilkinson for further assistance.

GLC02437.05344

1 June 1792

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written from Fort Washington, present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Mentions that he successfully completed some experiments Knox suggested he perform (on artillery). Discusses the upcoming appointment of a new Adjutant General, and the qualifications necessary for the candidate. Comments on the importance of assigning high military rank to soldiers in the Northwest Territories. Provides a variety of information on the military endeavors in the Ohio area. Refers to General [James] Wilkinson.

GLC02437.05486

24 April 1793

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript document

Title: to Arthur St. Clair

Later copy made from the original in November 1856. Reports that President George Washington directed him to inform St. Clair that proposed treaty negotiations between the U.S. and the hostile Indians north of the Ohio River is to take place at Lower Sandusky around 1 June. To guarantee the success of the negotiations it is necessary to make sure "all hostile incursions of the white inhabitants into, or near to the Indian Country north of the Ohio, should be absolutely prohibited, until after the Treaty be closed." The commander of the troops has been ordered to make a proclamation to that…

GLC02437.05876

1 August 1794

Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports on the conduct of a [soldier] named Parson Jones. Comments he believes Jones was a man of sedition both here and in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Believes if Knox personally admonishes Jones it would correct him. Notes he heard Jones speaking in mixed company at a tavern about the president's (George Washington) intelligence. Expresses his concern over the effect Jones's opinions may have over the public mind.

GLC02437.06157

4 June 1782

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Comfort Sands

Informs Sands, a previous supplier of military goods [see GLC02437.01301], that a "few barrells of neats foot oyl are wanted for the musquets & cartridge boxes of the Army," and he wants to know whether Sands can supply them, and what the terms might be.

GLC02437.01439