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26 June 1801

Houston, Robert, 1765-1824

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Describes a shooting incident where he and his colleagues were fired on (likely involving the conflict between the settlers and Knox's surveying). Also lists various men who have been apprehended. Mentions he does not believe his armed force is sufficient enough to apprehend everyone and requests immediate help.

GLC02437.07552

25 September 1801

Houston, Robert, 1765-1824

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Appears to be a report on the amount of land surveyed at Daniel Dow's lot (likely in Maine) by Houston in past years.

GLC02437.07624

20 February 1804

Houston, Robert, 1765-1824

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports to Knox on timber in the Belfast region.

GLC02437.07846

3 December 1804

Houston, Robert, 1765-1824

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes that per Knox's instructions, he has visited several plantations on the Waldo patent and posted notifications about the money they owe. Received responses from as many of the people as he could, depending on who was at home when he visited.

GLC02437.07897