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to Alexander Macomb

Knox writes Macomb about the St. Lawrence lands. Samuel Ogden convinced Knox to buy them. Knox believes that in a year or two it will "be sold for a much higher price then either you or I have hitherto contemplate."

GLC02437.04938

to Alexander Macomb

Says that a Mr. [Reynal] called on him with Macomb's letter of 6 July. Was not there to receive him and missed [Reynal] when he went to town today. Hopes to see him tomorrow. Delivered to Lucy Knox the news of Macomb's pending marriage. He joins...

GLC02437.05061

to Henry Knox

Is making preparations for the second edition of his American Geography textbook. Would like to make this edition as accurate as possible, so would like to obtain from Knox any new geographical information. Also asks him to review several passages...

GLC02437.05268

to Henry Knox

Received his recent letter. Mentions that Mr. Stedman, the bearer of this letter, has recently arrived from Detroit. Stedman can provide Knox with an account of the happenings there. Relates news that a Cayuga Indian carried off books and papers...

GLC02437.05320

to Henry Knox

Writes to confirm he has asked Mr. Stedman the questions Knox mentioned, adding that he wrote on the subject because Mr. Stedman would be delayed in his return to Philadelphia. Explains that Mr. Stedman has information about a conflict between...

GLC02437.05323

to Henry Knox

Asks that he and Mrs. Knox welcome into their acquaintance Captain Hale and Captain [Nizry] of Quebec, who are part of His Royal Highness Prince Edward's suite.

GLC02437.05365

to Henry Knox

Mentions a previous request he made to Knox for materials to supplement his book on the geography of the United States. Reminds Knox that at the time of the request, Knox responded that he had materials that might be useful, but was extremely busy...

GLC02437.05590

to Henry Knox

Forwards Knox a report that he had requested via Mr. Théophile Cazenove.

GLC02437.05774

to Henry Knox

Note tells Knox he won the lottery with ticket number 3514 and his prize will be "3000 Acres of Land in Kentucky Bourbon Country, valued @ 3/6 the Deed of which Genl Knox will please to write to Major Perigrine Fitzhugh for."

GLC02437.06027

to John Nazro

Has not considered Nazro's letter because "by law the mode of obtaining patents has been altered." Encloses the circumstances of the new law, which passed on 21 February. When he applies under the new law he will obtain his patent.

GLC02437.06050

to Henry Knox

Describes the compensation Knox offered as not being equal to the loss he will sustain, however, says he will offer assistance for his country. Mentions performing repairs at Fort Potman and inquires if the redoubt should be performed first.

GLC02437.06102

to Henry Knox [in French]

Letter is in French.

GLC02437.06186

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he received the release to Ogden's lands and Walker's deed.

GLC02437.06264

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox for assistance as he is suffering greatly economically.

GLC02437.06363

to Alexander Murray

Asks Murray for assistance in obtaining a deed.

GLC02437.06404

to Henry Knox

Written from "Cushing," possibly in Maine. Writes to inform Knox of the results of a survey Knox hired him to perform. Discusses the survey of an unnamed river, and talks about possible dams and canals to be built. In a post-script, asks if Knox...

GLC02437.06657

to Henry Knox

Provides Knox with an update on the survey of the river which Knox hired him to undertake. Explains how much he has completed so far, and provides estimates about the size of different ponds and the materials lining the bottom, such as gravel and...

GLC02437.06672

to James Nesmith

Addressed to James Nesmith and several other parties, who are the town leaders of Ducktrap, Maine. Writes to express his relief that the Samuel Ely conspiracy was much more minor than initially expected. Extensive notes and calculations on third...

GLC02437.06688

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox about a possible land deal with a Major Fitzhugh.

GLC02437.06716

to Alexander Macomb

Discusses the price of land.

GLC02437.06923

to Judith Sargent Murray

Written in the third person and signed in the text. Thanks Murray for her attentions and finds himself flattered by her compliments. States that he will sign the subscription paper. Date from docket.

GLC02437.06925

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he sent copies of a document to the proper people and sends his condolences to Knox and his family, possibly due to the loss of a child.

GLC02437.06932

to McPherson

Mentions the Society of the Cincinnati of South Carolina and a connection with France. Writing is faded and difficult to read.

GLC02437.07186

to Samuel Nicholson

Knox writes Nicholson regarding "the circumstance of Mr. Russel and Mr. Amory" who left his ship (the Constitution) because they did not receive commissions. Knox has told them to return and be obedient, but also suggests to Nicholson that once they...

GLC02437.07215

to William Vans Murray

Knox received Murray's letter of June 3, 1799. Knox tells Murray that the "legality principle of the Judges acting as Commissioners, will be decided by the Supreme Court August next." Then, Knox, believes, those recommended by the circuit courts...

GLC02437.07275