2 October 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Expresses concern over Lucy's health as he has heard that she has been unwell. Makes plans to meet up with her and the children in New York City and writes that "I shall be desirous of staying there two days and you will require that time to rest yourself and your little flock." Notes he will leave it to Lucy's discretion of whether she brings their son, Henry Jackson Knox, along, but insists she brings their daughter Julia with her. Asks that she has Henry Jackson accompany her and the children on their journey for safety reasons.

GLC02437.05636

7 November 1793

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Flucker Knox

References receiving two of Lucy's letters. Has enclosed a letter for Henry Jackson Knox (not included). Does not have a complaint about her leaving on Wednesday, just wants her to be happy and comfortable. Does not believe it prudent to go into Philadelphia until 25 November. Says there has been rain the past two days and unseasonable warm weather today. Notes "Some people who have lately gone into the city have fallen sacrifices either to their own imprudence or to the malignancy of the disorder." Has directed their house to be well aired. Mentions he received a letter from Mrs.…

GLC02437.05962

10 November 1793

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Flucker Knox

References Lucy's letter of 6 November. Believes Henry Jackson Knox will leave New York for Boston tomorrow. After he leaves, believes Lucy will return to Philadelphia. Wants her to be happy in New York because "life is so generally overshadowed with some gloom, that there is a sort of religion in enjoying the blessings of the moment." Says going into the city before 1 December is not prudent, although the yellow fever is "nearly at an end and I belive no instances of any fresh infection for 6 or 7 days past." Written from Falls of Schuylkill, Pennsylvania, present day Philadelphia.

GLC02437.05970

7 July 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Expresses regret over Lucy's absent. Informs her he has ordered her bread, rhubarb, and a hind quarter of veal. Comments he will send for her if he does not go out after dinner. Mentions he needs to head east but is unsure if he will be able to go. Also mentions trying to avoid further embarrassments.

GLC02437.06138

14 August 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Informs Lucy his carriage broke down and he did not arrive home until this morning. Discusses the patent (possibly part of the Waldo patent lands) and the construction of their house (Montpelier).

GLC02437.06165

17 August 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Discusses leaving for St. George's today. Expects a lot of trouble but hopes to persevere over the difficulties. Speaks of a visit he had with their son (possibly Henry Jackson Knox). Discusses his son's recent behavior and the grief he is causing him. Writes a little note to his wife and each of his children expressing his love and how much he cares for them.

GLC02437.06176

20 August 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Updates Lucy on his whereabouts in Maine. Notes he is satisfied with his business. Expects to be back in Boston around the 10th or 12th of September. Sends his love to her and the children. Writes from Brigadiers Island, present day Sears Island, Maine.

GLC02437.06180

27 November 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Writes that he has just arrived from New York and apologizes for not writing as he did not know when the post picked up mail. Discusses making arrangements. Noted as written in Elizabethtown, which is now Elizabeth, New Jersey.

GLC02437.06573

27 July 1800

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Knox writes his wife that he wishes to be reunited with her before she receives his letter. He writes that he has arrived from Providence and that their "son sailed from Newport in Capt. Libbey at one oClock, and as the wind was fair until this morning he just have gotten as far as the vineyard." Talks about how he will be doing business for a few more days in Boston.

GLC02437.07434

circa 13 November 1801

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Writes to his "beloved" wife, Lucy Knox. Discusses the progress of their front and back settlers likely located in Maine. Mentions his joy over the amount of settlers they have and his pleasure with the development of Waldoborough. Also expresses his satisfaction with the price of land. Cautions Lucy about keeping their expectations to themselves and watching their expenses and debt. Complains about the letter Lucy wrote, writing it was unsatisfactory and she did not mention anything about their son, Henry Jackson Knox. The letter is dated the 13th of 1801. November was added at a…

GLC02437.07704

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

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

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

15 December 1776

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Misses his wife, and addresses her anxieties in his absence. Writes, "No prospect of ambition or Interest could possibly keep me from you. nothing but a most sacred attachment to the much injured rights of my Country." Comments that the British capture of General Charles Lee is a severe blow to American forces. Hopes the British presence at Newport, Rhode Island will require his service in New England. Addresses the letter to Lucy in New Haven or, if she is not there, Boston.

GLC02437.09540

26 August 1776

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Thanks Lucy for her recent letter, and assures her that although his letters are shorter than hers, it is not from lack of love. Acknowledges receipt of ducks, chickens, and cheese. Writes, "The want of that refinement which you seem to speak of is or will be the Salvation of America, for refinement of Manners introduces corruption and venality. I grant you that most people are in a degree corrupt..." Compares corruption in "young" and "old" states. Refers to the "wickedry" of the British, noting "I had rather revert to the barbarism of the original nations of this Land, than have any…

GLC02437.10006

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

26 July 1777

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Written near Morristown, New Jersey. Laments his absence from Lucy. Writes "...had it not been for this cursed war I should have been one of the happi[est] of the human race as it is I am bound by every principle of honor and moral attachment to stand by the Country while I can do it any service- the instant I am convinc'd that I cannot I will retire from public to private life..." Assures her that his absence is not due to lack of love. Addresses her concerns for future financial stability. Discusses business matters, mentioning his friend Harry (Henry Jackson). Urges her to agree to…

GLC02437.10453

15 October 1777

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Written from camp 24 miles from Philadelphia. Sends this letter by Captain Randall, who had "the misfortune to be again made a prisoner after being slightly wounded in 7 or 8 places." Asks why she has not mentioned a gold watch he sent, worrying that the watch has been lost or stolen. Addresses Lucy's concerns regarding their future provision, assuring her to trust God. Reports that Continental defense along the Delaware River has hampered British shipping to and from Philadelphia: "If the enemy cannot get their shipping up Philadelphia is one of the most ineligible places in the world…

GLC02437.10455

1690/01/13

Manuscript

Title: Manuscript [in Dutch]

Docketed on p.8.

GLC03107.05097

1690/06/02

Manuscript

Title: Manuscript [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05098

1690/06/05

Manuscript

Title: Manuscript [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05099

1690/07/19

Manuscript

Title: Manuscript [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05100