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to Benjamin Lincoln

Written by Major General Knox to Secretary of War Lincoln. Marked both "Private" and "Copy." Mentions writing to Lincoln on 13 July, which acknowledged Lincoln's letter of 29 June. Was in the hope of being able to remit to him the money that was sent...

GLC02437.01489

to Henry Knox

Marked "private." Writes that he has sold a bill for Knox and that the matter is settled because it has been deposited. With Lincoln's free frank.

GLC02437.01500

to Henry Knox

Written from the War Office. Has enclosed a resolve (possibly GLC02437.01501) regarding the Department of Commissary of Military Stores, and "shall be much obliged by your opinion what will be necessary in the department of field commissary of...

GLC02437.01504

to Henry Knox

Written from the "War Office." In response to Knox's letter of 31 July (see GLC02437.01510), advises Knox to settle the matter of which shells and shots each metalworker in their employ, Mr. [John Jacob] Faesch and a Mr. Whiting, should cast....

GLC02437.01517

to Benjamin Lincoln

Discusses changes in the number and arrangement of field commissaries, quartermasters, and conductors. Comments on the usefulness of the Deputy Commissary of Military Stores at West Point, especially regarding distribution of artillery materials...

GLC02437.01518

to Henry Knox

Marked "private." Informs Knox that since writing his public letter, he has waited on Mr. [Robert] Morris to acquire the sums necessary to buy cartridge boxes but he has "not obtained it or even an encouragement that [he] may soon expect it." Hopes...

GLC02437.01519

to Henry Knox

Marked "Private." Written by Lincoln as Secretary of War to Major General Knox. Says Congress has appointed a committee to create a catalog of books they need for themselves and various departments. Wants to know what he thinks will be the fall out...

GLC02437.01522

to Benjamin Lincoln

Written by Major General Knox to Secretary of War Lincoln. References 2 private letters from 7 and 10 August. Says he cannot furnish him estimates. Says he read over his last public letter (which was on the issue of soldiers pensions at half pay) to...

GLC02437.01532

to Benjamin Lincoln

Written and signed for Knox in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp. Lists the appointments to the department of military stores after it has been restructured by resolves of Congress of 3 September 1782. Writes: "In consequence of the...

GLC02437.01673

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Writes that Major Villefrance, who will deliver the letter, hopes to receive a promotion. He has not been promoted since he joined the service in 1777. Writes that he has been very successful as Commanding Engineer and is highly...

GLC02437.01744

to Benjamin Lincoln

Written and signed for Knox in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide de camp. To Secretary of War Lincoln. Says with the confirmation of peace the artillery artificers are worried about disbanding before hearing from Congress about a payment...

GLC02437.02074

to Benjamin Lincoln

Discusses the establishment of the Society of the Cincinnati and mentions a proposed constitution, which is not included. States that "[t]he intention [for creating the society] is pure, and uncorrupted by any sinister design - The sole objects the...

GLC02437.02131

to Benjamin Lincoln

Gives an account of his advancement in the army and his wages as a way to show the unfair methods of payment of the soldiers and the lack of an organized system to deal with soldiers' wages.

GLC02437.02144

to Benjamin Lincoln

Written and signed for Knox in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide de camp. Discusses the pay for army artificers about to be furloughed, and their entitlement to arms.

GLC02437.02150

to Benjamin Lincoln

Written by Major General Knox to Secretary of War Lincoln. Writes respecting the arsenal and magazines to let Lincoln know that his orders are "impracticable" to execute. Reminds Lincoln that he is the President of the Massachusetts branch of the...

GLC02437.02291

to Henry Knox

Written by Secretary of War Lincoln to Major General Knox. References Knox's letter of 15 July, which referred to a plan for an arsenal [at West Point?]. Reports that as the official peace treaty has now arrived, they may not have the help of "the...

GLC02437.02319

to Henry Knox

Discusses the commutation of Captain Patten's pay. Hopes Patten will signify to Congress his acceptance of it. Marked as private.

GLC02437.02372

to Henry Knox

Request for Knox to deliver "for the use of the Indian tribes, five hundred pounds of powder - one thousand pound, of lead and one thousand flints - " Noted as written at the War Office.

GLC02437.02649

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to deliver "as many of the inclosed brevets as are officers with you to recover them - The others for Massachusetts I wish you would forward by the next post ..." Noted as sent via "Public Service." Free frank signed by Benjamin Lincoln.

GLC02437.02746

to Henry Knox

Encloses "as near a copy as I could make of our address to the Indians," possibly referring to a recent address he and Knox made to the Penobscots in present-day Maine. Discusses copying documents related to former Governor [Thomas] Pownall's...

GLC02437.03060

to Henry Knox

Writes a brief report on the status of Shays and his troops. Refers Knox to several letters he has enclosed, in order to get a fuller picture of the story. However, as he has very little time, writes that he must wait till the next opportunity to...

GLC02437.03426

to Henry Knox

Writes in full, "As I have not had time to write to you fully on the subject of our movements & the state of matters in this part of the country I have caused copies to be made out of such papers as will give you the best information on these points...

GLC02437.03444

to Henry Knox

Reports on the disbanding and scattering of the members of Shays' force, and explains that they are in pursuit of Shays, but "with little hope however of overtaking him." Describes how he chose to rearrange the troops in Hampshire and Worcester and...

GLC02437.03456

to Henry Knox

Requests Knox to read and send a document (not included) to the governor concerning the mood of the people. Writes that "His people, as I am informed, are getting mad, [Ours] have been so for some time since the rage is abating."

GLC02437.03463

to Henry Knox

Discusses the convention (referring to the upcoming Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia) and his views of the people's ideas of changes Congress would bring about. "I have not the most distant idea that the people would adopt any...

GLC02437.03476

to Henry Knox

Transmits a letter pertaining to a Major Baylies to be forwarded to John Jacob Faesch. Writes, "I have no private news- I need not add that I love you." Presents his regards to Lucy and the Knox children.

GLC02437.03888

to Henry Knox

Writes that he wrote to the President to discuss the possibility of working for the new government. Explains a dramatic property loss he experienced while fighting in the war. Declares that he did not approach Knox on the subject because he felt...

GLC02437.04226

to Henry Knox

Discusses the President's appointments to the judiciary branch. Mentions the possibility of a Mr. [likely John] Lowell being nominated for the Supreme Court, and provides his opinions on that appointment.

GLC02437.04293

to Henry Knox

Writes a response to Knox's proposed plan for regulating the militia and gives his opinion that it has "great merit" and "if cordially embraced it would make ours the strongest militia in the world." But believes the people of Massachusetts will not...

GLC02437.04509

to Henry Knox

Received Knox's letter of 19 April 1791. Comments on "young Mr. [William] Balch" and calls him, "a wild citizen, yet I think he has many qualifications which will recommend him as an officer - He very well knows that he cannot sport with his...

GLC02437.04933

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that their son Henry Jackson Knox is doing well and that he was not allowed to go to Boston since Henry Jackson would not be there to supervise. He is advancing well in his studies. Also recommends Mr. James Henry Langier for a clerk's...

GLC02437.05758

to Henry Knox

Copy of a letter from Benjamin Lincoln in Knox's hand, dated 15 January 1795. Letter congratulates Knox on his retirement and his "escape from an office, which did not give you [bread], and more, that Malice, and design have been fully checked by the...

GLC02437.06308

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he has signed the inclosed notes (not included).

GLC02437.07163

[Memorandum]

Certifies an agreement between Lincoln and Henry Knox concerning a brigantine and cargo.

GLC02437.07181

to Henry Knox

Lincoln encloses papers related to the agreement made with Thomas Winthrop "in the appointment of appraisers in Robt Houston Esqr. George Ulmer Esquire Mr. Charles Vaughan and Docr. Samuel Coleman." Lincoln says nothing is needed from Knox now until...

GLC02437.07470

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to put through a petition.

GLC02437.07803

to Henry Knox

Mentions that their affairs have remained unsettled for a long time, and he cannot bear for them to be unsettled any longer. Provides suggestions for how they might arrange their financial matters.

GLC02437.07879

to Henry Knox

Discusses settling their financial accounts together, specifically repayment by Knox of a sum Lincoln loaned him. Considers repayment options, including the possibility of accepting land from Knox instead of money. Mentions General [Henry] Jackson.

GLC02437.07882

to Henry Knox

Writes that the bearer of the letter, a Mr. [Romanie], is the Catholic instructor for the Passamaquoddy and Penobscot tribes. He is moving to Knox's neighborhood and would like Knox's help and advice. Lincoln writes that he is sure Knox will meet...

GLC02437.07972

to Benjamin Lincoln

Knox writes to Lincoln, Secretary of War. Writes, "His Excellency the commander in chief has stationed me at this post, which in addition to its natural embarrassments, is attended with much greater expenses than my purse can admit." Notes that...

GLC02437.10040

to Benjamin Lincoln

Knox, commander at West Point, writes to General Lincoln. Mentions a recent application by Continental Army officers to the State of Massachusetts regarding half pay. Knox reports the decision has been postponed, mainly because of Osgood (Samuel...

GLC02437.10064

to Henry Knox

Written by General McDougall to Major General Knox. Says nothing decisive about whether the half-pay pension issue has been decided. Says it took a week of travel to get to Philadelphia in bad weather. Wanted to lobby the delegates before the...

GLC02437.01819

to Benjamin Lincoln

Marked "copy." Body of the letter and signature in the hand of Robert Pemberton, Knox's aide. Discusses Lincoln's success at stopping Shays' Rebellion and dispersing the insurgents. Mentions how the rapid defeat of the insurgents will affect orders...

GLC02437.03453

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Informs Lincoln a name (possibly Lincoln's or someone Lincoln recommended) has been put on a list of candidates for a Surgeons Mate. Notes the President (George Washington) is the person who will decide when and who the appointment goes...

GLC02437.06320

to [Anne-César] Chevalier de la Luzerne

Informs the Chevalier that "two pieces of cannon, and their carriages" will be arriving to be presented to the Count de Grasse at the direction of Congress "for the important services he rendered to the United States." Notes that the artist who...

GLC02437.10180

to Henry Knox

Acknowledges receipt of Knox's letters and apologizes for not responding more quickly. Writes, "But as I am now in arrest you and all the Army will hear from me through the channel of Mr Loudons partner. I shall not enter into a detail of the...

GLC02437.01341

to Henry Knox

Writes to ask for Knox's permission to obtain two barrels of salt pork. Explains that due to the approaching cold weather, the river will soon be impassble, so he decided to undertake some navigation while it was still possible. Approached Mr....

GLC02437.01737

to Henry Knox

Writes, "I received your favor of this day. I shall be ready to sett off from this, on Tuesday next, if the weather is fair, and all other arrangements are compleated, which dont depend on me. I suppose Col [John] Brooks will bring over the...

GLC02437.01743

to Henry Knox

Written by General McDougall to Major General Knox. Says that Colonel Brooks has no doubt reached him before this letter, but hopes to give an update to events in Congress since. Says "Nothing has since been done by Congress on the Subject of our...

GLC02437.01933

to Henry Knox

Written by General McDougall to Major General Knox. McDougall was a member of a committee sent by the officers to lobby for half-pay pensions to Congress. Mentions that only Georgia is not represented at this point and there were divisions on the...

GLC02437.02005

to Henry Knox

Written by General McDougall to General Knox. Writes from Highlands, New York. Says that the latest news from Massachusetts is that they will not support a "speedy relief to the Army from Continental Funds." Says the state senate supports Congress's...

GLC02437.02326

to Benjamin Lincoln

Written and signed for Knox by Major Samuel Shaw. Says the bearer of this letter, Mr. Peck, was in a company of artillery artificers under Captain Post. Says that this unit was raised for 2 years and is therefore excluded from any allowance for the...

GLC02437.02404

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to order a belt for his broadsword as his "Lads" lost the one he had, and a pistol, since one of his was stolen. Also asks Knox to order pistol cartridges. In a postscript asks for some twine, for he is "an old saylor" who "some times...

GLC02437.02433

[Request for provisions]

Request for twenty pounds of beef and one gallon of rum for Henry Knox and his family. Addressed to Mr. [Robert] Bell, with the docket signed by Jacob Johnson.

GLC02437.02486

to Henry Knox

Written by General McDougall to General Knox. Says he will visit with Knox to finalize spending accounts of the officers. Says he has "written to Mr. Gaine in the most perfect secrecy, to print thirteen thousand Copies, of the Commander in Chief's...

GLC02437.02512

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox over for a visit to discuss the army. Mentions that if the fireworks will be going off at West Point, he can take part of the company off Knox's hands. Discusses preparations to host a large group of visitors including the Minister of...

GLC02437.02563

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Discusses the lack of funds for supplies and the large expenses incurred due to lack of stores. Plans to apply for more aid to see if "I cannot obtain the same compensation as those who have gone before me. Certainly I have expended as...

GLC02437.02592

to Benjamin Lincoln

Discusses a dispute regarding two officers of the artillery, Majors Perkins and Bauman, concerning the differences in rank within the artillery as compared to that of the general army.

GLC02437.02723

to Benjamin Lincoln

Discusses an addition to his monthly allowance. Mentions how his pay compares unfavorably to that of other generals, such as [Alexander] McDougall and [William] Heath. Asks Lincoln to discuss the issue with Mr. Morris, likely Robert Morris, the...

GLC02437.02764

to Henry Knox [in French]

Luzerne informs Knox of the arrival in Philadelphia of the engraved cannon for delivery to the Count de Grasse. He thanks Knox, saying that it is especially appreciated as Knox, more than any other, contributed to the victory at Yorktown which had...

GLC02437.02791

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Expresses disappointment that General Lincoln will not be ready to sail as soon as Knox anticipated. Adds that commissioners are waiting for them at Halifax, Nova Scotia. About the urgent voyage, writes "We ought to determine upon the...

GLC02437.03042

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Writes, "You must probably have been informed of being chosen with Mr Partridge and myself to examine the encroachments of the british on the eastern line of this State, and to endeavor to form some compromise with the Penobscot Indians...

GLC02437.03047

to Henry Knox [in French]

Recently arrived in London. Offers his regards to Mrs. Knox and other acquaintances. In a post script, notes that he has not forgotten the dictionary.

GLC02437.03098

to Benjamin Lincoln

Writes that he is fully impressed with how busy Lincoln is (Lincoln was preparing to lead a regiment to face off against the Shays insurgents), but hopes that he would not mind giving him news of the battles in Massachusetts when possible. Writes,...

GLC02437.03419

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Written from the "War Office," likely in New York City. Writes that the bearer, Major [William] North, "will inform you of an intended disposition of some of the federal troops for the protection of the stores of the United States at...

GLC02437.03446

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy of GLC02437.03466. Writes a recommendation to Lincoln for Mr. Payson, a "reputable inhabitant of Massachusetts" who is looking for "employment to give him bread." Notes he has no openings at present and is referring him to Lincoln.

GLC02437.03465

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Discusses a meeting in Philadelphia, and writes "You will have found that Congress have recommended a convention to meet in Philadelphia in May. I hope and pray that you may be at it, either on the part of the State or the Cincinnati."

GLC02437.03483

to Benjamin Lincoln

Reports that he forwarded a letter from Lincoln to John Jacob Faesch. Discusses the Constitution, noting that no state has thus far rejected it except for Rhode Island. Writes, "Thank Heaven America has a proposition for a government which in case...

GLC02437.03892

to Henry Knox

Reverend McClure, a childhood friend of Knox, writes a letter of reacquaintance and reminiscence: "I sometimes call to mind those scenes of innocent amusement & play, in which we were mutually engaged when we were boys..." Praises Knox's service to...

GLC02437.04059

to David McClure

Received his recent letter (GLC02437.04059). Remarks about remembering the joyful times they had playing together as children: "Our juvenile sports and the joyful sensations they excited are fresh in my mind; and what to me renders the remembrance...

GLC02437.04098

to Benjamin Lincoln

Unsigned. Writes that he feels for Lincoln's situation, but is "persuaded that your expectations from the new state of things will be disappointed." (See GLC02437.04226, in which Lincoln asks Knox for help finding a job with the new government.)

GLC02437.04232

to Benjamin Lincoln

Received General Lincoln's recent letter. Writes that "Mr. Lowells character has been placed before the President" but he does not know whether a "personal application" would be worthwhile; believes it would depend on Mr. Lowell's opinion. Adds...

GLC02437.04306

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Letter reads, "Although I do not conceive the office of Collector to the Port of Boston adequate to the merits of my friend, yet as it is the best thing that can be offered at present, I sincerely congratulate you on the appointment."

GLC02437.04316

to Henry Knox

Forwards a letter from Samuel Shaw (not included) and mentions his desire to be appointed in the "Revenue Establishment for the Port of Newport, when this State should accede to the Union." And also asks Knox for his support for his application.

GLC02437.04485

to Benjamin Lincoln

Signed, "HK." Discusses his interest in training the militia and asks Lincoln for his opinion on the subject. Writes "[t]ell me Sincerely your own opinion, my dear Friend, is the project of the Militia herewith enclosed an utopian plan? If I am not...

GLC02437.04489

to Chevalier de la Luzerne

Writes a letter of introduction on behalf of his brother William Knox to Luzerne. Says the situation in France should concern the people of the United States. Docketed by Knox.

GLC02437.04716

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Secretary of War Knox reports that he "was happy to have had the opportunity of complying with your wishes relative to young Mr. [William] Balch." Knox mentions some vacant land that "seems mortgaged."

GLC02437.04918

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Knox reports that he has received from Lincoln his letter of 27 April 1791 and sent the enclosures on to a Mr. Lear via his servant Caesar. Knox says he will be happy to offer Dr. [William] Eustis "something worthy of his acceptance."

GLC02437.04942

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Asks Lincoln whether he might be able to employ the son of Knox's friend, Mr. [Joseph] Peirce. Declares that if he is able to, Knox "should consider it the same mark of your friendship as given to my own son."

GLC02437.05289

to Henry Knox

Writes concerning the state of the Indian wars. Though he prefers peaceful ways to settle the conflicts, acknowledges that "[p]acific measures which I wished ardently at first, are now probibly [sic] too late. When I wrote you, I knew not that so...

GLC02437.05596

to Henry Knox

Responds to a previous letter from Knox (GLC02437.10255) and thanks him for ordering copies of his "Sermons on the Moral law." States that Knox has suggested the only plan for teaching the Native Americans "civilization": "an incorporation of white...

GLC02437.05664

to Henry Knox

Encloses recruit returns (not included). Says he enclosed enlistments, vouchers, and accounts and forwarded them to Mr. Howell. He was directed to deliver them to Knox. Heard they were received. Lyman says there was a balance due to him on the...

GLC02437.05933

to Benjamin Lincoln

Writes that he has been unable to repay money he owes to Lincoln due to family obligations, until now. However, he asks whether he might have one more week to repay it.

GLC02437.06723

to Benjamin Lincoln

Informs Lincoln that he has sold a brig.

GLC02437.07183

to Benjamin Lincoln

This document seems to be the last page of a few sentences of a longer letter that has been separated.

GLC02437.07222

to Henry Knox

An invitation to Henry Knox, his wife, and daughter to attend dinner from Mr. and Mrs. MacDonogh.
Notes on the docket that seem unrelated to the invitation that mention Noah Humphrey, Beza Ripley, and Amos Saunderson in the context of business...

GLC02437.07236

to Benjamin Lincoln

Knox discusses with Lincoln matters concerning their business affairs. He tells Lincoln that Henry Jackson is having a difficult time advancing anything, and he asks Lincoln that he not bring any action against Jackson, "as it will have a most...

GLC02437.07344

to Benjamin Lincoln

Knox tells Lincoln that he has "paid on Gorhams execution 2000 Dollars, independent of the Sheriffs fees." Knox appropriated an additional $1800 to be raised and paid to Lincoln. Knox says it would not have been difficult for Lincoln's friends "to...

GLC02437.07365

to Benjamin Lincoln

Knox talks about Lincoln's remittance. The letter seems to be missing preceding pages and is written on tissue-like paper with faded ink.

GLC02437.07401

to Henry Knox

Speaks of their "ancient friendship" and of Knox's accomplishments with the Indians while Secretary of War. Writes, "Altho' we are not yet old men yet we are verging into that class, and the greater part of those who set out with us on the journey...

GLC02437.07735

to David McClure

This letter was copied in an unknown hand. Writes to the Reverend David McClure and thanks him for the "remembrances of the pure friendship of our early years." Goes on to discuss his views on the Indian Wars and his ideas for intermarriage between...

GLC02437.10255

to Henry Knox

Contemporary copy. Report of the Committee of the Army at Philadelphia. Discusses issues of commutation of half pay in the army and mentions how various states voted on this matter.

GLC02437.10515

Lease of land by Carroll Livingston to Derick van de Bogart

GLC03107.05363

Lease of a farm to Henry P. Smith

GLC03107.05364

Lease of a farm by Carroll Livingston to Jonah Levine

GLC03107.05365

Lease of land by Carroll Livingston to Jeremiah Barnard

GLC03107.05366

Release of land to Henry W. Livingston

GLC03107.05367

Release of farm to Henry W. Livingston

Followed by a signed statement by John I. Kilmer, in which he binds himself to the above agreement.

GLC03107.05368

Lease of land by Henry and Henry W. Livingston to Jeanne Dulux

Henry W. Livingston signed as Henry Livingston's attorney, as Henry Livingston was deceased at the time of the agreement.

GLC03107.05369

Lease of a farm to Jacob and Nicholas Decker

GLC03107.05370