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to Henry Knox

Discusses the purchase of "Holland surveys of the coast of North America, in Sheets." Writes that "as there was not a whole sett [sic], and I suppose you would be glad to own one that is compleat [sic], I take the liberty to inform you, that I am...

GLC02437.04493

to Henry Knox

Writes to repeat a past request. States that "there will shortly be an augmentation of the Troops in the United States sirvice [sic], of my inclination for a military life continuing, I must beg you to interest yourself in my favour - " Hopes Knox...

GLC02437.04499

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox for help in obtaining a position in shipbuilding. Refers to Knox's friendship with [Samuel] Shaw, who frequently travels by ship in his capacity as a trader. Asks that Knox recommend him to anyone who may need a shipbuilder in "York."

GLC02437.04552

to Henry Knox

Discusses maps of the North American coastline that Knox had expressed an interest in purchasing. Describes them as "done in the most elegant manner for the use of the royal navy of Great Britain - And as I am satisfied they will not only answer but...

GLC02437.04555

to Jonathan Warner

Writes to Warner stating that he will be happy to help him obtain a position as a ship builder in Portsmouth, New Hampshire (see GLC02437.04552).

GLC02437.04561

to Thomas Walley

Informs Walley that he has received the bill of sale for maps and has been informed of Walley's draft to Thomas Russell.

GLC02437.04597

to Henry Knox

Writes in full, "Though some of my late letters have been received by the minister at War with a silence which perhaps ought to forbid further interruption: yet I will not suppose it as designed neglect & ask my friend General Knox to accept a small...

GLC02437.04736

to [Mercy Otis] Warren

Secretary of War Henry Knox missed seeing [Mercy Otis] Warren in Boston. Tells Warren to "be proud [of] addg yr name" to America's list of literary figures. See GLC02437.04736 for Warren's letter to Knox.

GLC02437.04751

to John Walker

Suggests that in the interest of the public good that he and Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton should work with [William] Duer of New York "who is interested in the contract for supplying the troops [on the Frontiers]." Express his...

GLC02437.04870

to Henry Knox

Transmitted by yesterday's post $5,160 in bank notes to Henry Jackson, agreeable to William Duer's directions. Says that Royal Flint put in his hands two maps, one of the coast of New England and another of the coast around Desert Island. Supposes...

GLC02437.05112

to Henry Knox

Discusses land deals involving Knox, William Duer, and Henry Jackson. States that some days since Royal Flint lodged with him, the terms of agreement for the purchase of Mount Desert were set at 6 pence per acre. 100 dollars is due when executing...

GLC02437.05128

to Benjamin Walker

Claims it is not from inattention that he has delayed responding to Walker's letter of 20 August. Reports that he was struck with a "unremitting fever & have just been able to be abroad." Agrees with him about selling lands and claims he is...

GLC02437.05140

to Benjamin Walker

Relates that events beyond his control kept him from sending the deed as he promised earlier. Now encloses the deed of assignment from Henry Jackson and Royal Flint to Henry Knox and William Duer to pay for the Maine lands recently purchased. Notes...

GLC02437.05173

to Henry Knox

References receiving the deed. Reports that Madame de la Val was detained in New York for several days longer than expected because of "contrary winds," and her baggage did not arrive from Philadelphia. She left on 24 September accompanied by Mr. de...

GLC02437.05179

to Henry Knox

Provides some information on the recent voyage of Madame de Leval and Monsieur de la Roche. Plans to visit Philadelphia soon to provide Knox with more information.

GLC02437.05239

to Benjamin Walker

Has received General [Henry] Jackson's letter regarding a land purchase between Knox and Walker. Writes that he approves Jackson's purchase, on his behalf, of townships in the Waldo patent lands in Maine. Discusses the details of the transaction.

GLC02437.05243

to Henry Knox and William Duer

Writes to forward propositions from Madame de Leval and Mr. De La Roche regarding their purchase of lands in Maine, in the Waldo patent. Discusses some of the details of the negotiation. Regrets that he did not visit with General [Henry] Jackson...

GLC02437.05257

to Henry Knox

Reports that as soon as he arrived, he gave paperwork to Mr. Harrison regarding the agreement with Madame de Leval. Explains that Mr. [William] Duer has been planning to leave for New Jersey but keeps delaying the trip. Upon learning this, he asked...

GLC02437.05324

to Henry Knox

Discusses the extensive financial trouble their mutual friend [William] Duer has recently found himself in. Explains payments he has received from General [Henry] Jackson respecting the Waldo patent lands. Has not seen Madam Leval and her...

GLC02437.05345

to Benjamin Walker

Asks Walker for details regarding the financial troubles of William Duer. Had endorsed Duer's notes, which had been given to him by Walter Livingston. Discusses some of Duer's woes.

GLC02437.05350

to Benjamin Walker

Writes that he was very unhappy to read Walker's recent letter, outlining their friend [William] Duer's poor financial situation. Discusses Duer's situation, as well as a financial transaction between Walker and General [Henry] Jackson. Also...

GLC02437.05358

to Benjamin Walker

Discusses their land deal with Madame de Leval, particularly the deed Mr. [Louis] Osmont has asked him to sign.

GLC02437.05384

to Henry Knox

Delayed writing to Knox, in the hopes of being able to tell him news about Mr. [William] Duer or about Madame de Leval. However, he does not have news about either, yet. Writes that General [Henry] Jackson and Mr. [Royal] Flint had to raise Duer's...

GLC02437.05398

to Henry Knox

Writes that he was unable to see Mr. [Royal] Flint about business matters because he was preoccupied by Mr. [Alexander] Macomb. Believes the money General [Henry] Jackson requires has not yet been raised. Describes merchandise Macomb has recently...

GLC02437.05411

to Henry Knox

Apologizes for not fully answering Knox's last letter, but has been preoccupied with the current business crisis in New York: has been trying to save himself from financial ruin. Relates a conversation with Mr. [Royal] Flint about raising the money...

GLC02437.05426

to Benjamin Walker

Reminds Walker to bring the copies of the original deeds Knox left him. Asks if William Duer has made arrangements with Mr. Caznove [Théophile Cazenove] or anyone else to execute their conditional agreement. Also mentions Madam Leval and Mr. de la...

GLC02437.05532

to Benjamin Walker and William Duer

Asks Walker and Duer to reply to his letter concerning his present situation.

GLC02437.05559

to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox's situation with [William] Duer and Madam de Leval over land negotiations. States Duer has given him Knox's obligation to convey to Duer a certain proposition on a township. Asks that Knox informs him when he is ready to make the...

GLC02437.05638

to Benjamin Walker

Two parts. First part is addressed to Benjamin Walker and discusses a deed to land. Notes he received Walker's letter pertaining to the St. Lawrence lands. Mentions he has repeatedly asked Duer for copies of several notes but that Duer has been...

GLC02437.05645

to Henry Knox

Expresses his anxiety over Madame de Leval's unsuccessful attempt to obtain the consent of a Congressional committee for business related to lands in Maine. Asks Knox to assist them. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05710

to Benjamin Walker

Asks to see the agreements of land from Madame de Leval and Mr. de la Roche and for Walker to send copies to him.

GLC02437.05715

to Henry Knox

Apologizes for not meeting Knox that morning as planned. Says he was up late in an unproductive meeting with William Bingham. Has worked hard for an accommodation between Knox and Madame de la Val, but as it has not been possible he must attend to...

GLC02437.05862

to Benjamin Walker

Would have written sooner if he had information to alleviate Walker's anxiety. Reports that Madame Leval "has been endeavoring to make such negotiations as would exonerate you from all responsibility, but Hither to without effect." She is trying to...

GLC02437.06039

to Henry Knox

Mentions Knox's resignation as Secretary of War. Encloses recommendation letters and asks Knox to help him get a position in the military by forwarding the letters on to his successor [Timothy Pickering].

GLC02437.06350

to Henry Knox

Discusses land business.

GLC02437.06388

to Benjamin Walker

Discusses business matters, in particular, property payments.

GLC02437.06398

to Henry Knox

Discusses the Plymouth company and business. Signed by [S. Walker ?].

GLC02437.06529

to Henry Knox

Discusses various business.

GLC02437.06967

to Henry Knox

The firm of Wales & Beale writes to discuss a financial transaction between Knox and Mr. [Elisha] Sumner. They also mention Knox's accounts in general, such as those related to his lime business.

GLC02437.07964

to Henry Knox

The firm of Wales & Beale writes to enclose a bill for pork Knox bought (the bill may be the short note that appears on page 3). They continue to urge Knox and his son [Henry Jackson Knox] to provide them with information about the state of the Knox...

GLC02437.07965

to Henry Knox

The firm of Wales & Beale writes to discuss Knox's business accounts. Mentions Captain [Edward or Benjamin] Kelleran and General [Henry] Jackson.

GLC02437.07966

to Wales & Beale

Discusses issues related to cargo shipments sent aboard the ships of Captains Edward and Benjamin Kelleran.

GLC02437.07967

to Henry Knox

The firm of Wales & Beale writes to Knox's accounts, particularly those related to his lime business and shipments by the Captains [Edward and Benjamin] Kelleran.

GLC02437.07968

to Wales & Beale

Has received their recent letter. Reports that "neither BK or EK" [probably Benjamin Kelleran and Edward Kelleran] have yet arrived, the weather being windy enough to make sailing difficult.

GLC02437.07973

to Wales & Beale

Received recent letters from the firm of Wales & Beale via Captain Edward Kelleran's ship. Answers several of their questions regarding his lime business.

GLC02437.07978

to Wales & Beale

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Reports on the state of his lime business and mentions Captain [possibly Edward or Benjamin] Kelleran.

GLC02437.08047

to the Warren Selectmen

Signed by Knox and Isaac Winslow Jr., though both signatures, as well as the letter's content, are in Knox's hand. Document serves as an agreement between Winslow and Knox on the one part (as legal heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo), and the...

GLC02437.09154

to the Waldoborough inhabitants

A letter to the citizens of Waldoborough, Maine regarding supplying the citizens with written warrantee deeds. The letter describes the terms of the agreements including payment terms and resources on the land such as lumber and cattle. Written from...

GLC02437.09186

to Benjamin Walker [incomplete]

Two parts. First part dated 8 April. Mentions an "embarrased situation of Madme de la Val. The agreement with her might be certainly carried into full effect by some means or other." Mentions William Duer and himself having authorized a purchase...

GLC02437.10247

to Benjamin Walker

Discusses more business with William Duer, along with various other financial transactions. Mentions purchasing a tract of land and the Penobscots in Maine. Watermarked "G R" inside a crest.

GLC02437.10250

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. Letter mentions "the late revolution at Washington" (i.e., Jackson's election).

GLC00976.019

to Henry J. Raymond

Writes to the editor of the New York Times and Chairman of the National Executive Committee of the Union [Republican] Party. Urges Raymond to collaborate with the New York Young Men's Republican Union, which had sponsored and published Lincoln's...

GLC05303.01

The Address of the Hon. Abraham Lincoln, in vindication of the policy of the framers of the Constitution and the Principles of the Republica Party, ...

Title continues, " ... Delivered at Cooper Institute, February 27th, 1860, issued by the Young Men's Republican Union, with notes by Charles C. Nott & Cephas Brainerd, Members of the Board of Control." Printed by George F. Nesbitt & Co., Printers...

GLC05303.02

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.001

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.002

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.003

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. Also, mentions reasons for opening the Buffalo branch (the national obligations of the Bank) and rules...

GLC00976.004

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.005

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.006

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. The letter mentions avoiding loans to speculators.

GLC00976.007

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.008

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.009

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.010

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.011

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.012

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.013

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.014

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.015

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.016

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.017

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. Letter mentions advice for traveling inconspicuously to avoid attention from Bank opponents.

GLC00976.018

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.020

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.021

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.022

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.023

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. Related to an attempt to remove the pension deposits of the U.S. government.

GLC00976.024

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.025

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.026

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.027

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. Letter mentions constricting business due to administration activity.

GLC00976.028

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. The letter mentions protecting the bank by constricting loans.

GLC00976.029

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. re: denying access to Commissioner of Pensions, in LS of 1/6/1833

GLC00976.030

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. Marked "Private" mentioning Jackson's not allowing custom house receipts to the Bank.

GLC00976.031

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.032

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.033

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. Letter mentions a personal note.

GLC00976.034

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.035

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. Letter mentions reducing "paper" in the office.

GLC00976.036

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.037

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.038

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY.

GLC00976.039

to William B. Rochester

Written as President of the Bank of the United States to William B. Rochester, who intended to establish a new branch of the bank in Buffalo, NY. The letter mentions closing the Buffalo branch of the Bank.

GLC00976.040

to Henry Knox

Sends a payment and apologizes for the tardiness of its mailing.

GLC02437.00089

to Henry Knox

Reports shipment of publications to Knox from Thomas Longman, with Brown writing on Longman's behalf. A note attached to the bottom indicates that the cargo was received on board the Beaver, under Captain [Jethro] Coffin. Longman was a London...

GLC02437.00090

to Henry Knox

Reports shipment of publications to Knox from Thomas Longman, with Brown writing on Longman's behalf. Also comments on the progress of other shipments. Longman was a London bookseller.

GLC02437.00091

to Henry Knox

Inquires about a book he purchased and has not yet received. Suggests a means of delivery when it comes in.

GLC02437.00092

to Henry Knox

Requests a copy of Hume's "History of England."

GLC02437.00093

to Henry Knox

Reports shipment of publications to Knox from Thomas Longman, with Brown writing on Longman's behalf. Notes that this is the last shipment until after Christmas. Longman was a London bookseller.

GLC02437.00094

to Henry Knox [incomplete]

Discusses a book order and settlement of his account. A note at the bottom addressed to Clark Chandler asks if Chandler has a team going to Boston this week and, if so, asks if he could transport a box. Putnam was among the Massachusetts merchants...

GLC02437.00095

to Henry Knox

Places an order for books, listing the titles at the bottom. Sherburne was a merchant in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Titles include, "Bathcelor of Salamanca," "Anacreon," Dicky Gotham & Doll Clod," "Tristan Shandy," "Peregrine Pickle," "Collection...

GLC02437.00096