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to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox's declination of an army commission, and his own views on service. Knox had declined a commission in the army raised during the quasi-war when he learned that Alexander Hamilton would outrank him. Noted as written at Mount Pleasant.

GLC02437.07189

to Henry Knox

Williams tells Knox that many people are disappointed that Knox has chosen not to join the army. Williams worries that Knox's absence will hurt his own career: "As it is I fear my military career will be bounded by a Lieutenacy in a volunteer Corps...

GLC02437.07228

to Henry Knox

Williams writes Knox about his son Henry Jackson Knox and hopes that his son intends to return to his ship. Williams comments on the changes in the administration "which I think forebodes a settlement of some sort or other with France." Williams...

GLC02437.07418

to Henry Knox

Williams discusses Knox's business affairs and debts. Williams explains to Knox that he would decline a military commission from President Adams, meaning no disrespect. Williams says, "In serious truth I had rather have a civil than a military...

GLC02437.07457

[Receipt]

Note of receipt of Henry Knox for $71.06. Also includes a note of receipt signed on the verso by an Eleazer Homer.

GLC02437.08752

[Notes]

Results of a survey.

GLC02437.08772

[Note]

Notes regarding a survey.

GLC02437.08779

to Isaac Winslow

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Discusses signing the bond with the ten proprietors on behalf of the heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo; declares that he has empowered Henry Jackson to sign on their behalf....

GLC02437.09138

to Isaac Winslow

Discusses the boundaries of the Waldo patent lands, as well as the geographical features of the lands.

GLC02437.09157

to Isaac Winslow, Jr.

Marked "copy." Considers the viability of selling off lands to pay taxes the General Court has assessed on the Muscongus patent lands. Discusses other options to obtain the funds necessary to pay the taxes, such as asking the ten proprietors to pay...

GLC02437.09162

to Isaac Winslow, Sr.

Has received from a Mr. Sullivan certain bonds (not present) relating to the Flucker estate. Writes that he told Mr. Sullivan he could not sign the bonds until he asked Winslow questions as to their history, particularly how the bonds originally came...

GLC02437.09163

to Henry Knox

Reports on General [Charles] Scott's expedition against the Indians. Writes that a "Party had recrossed the Ohio on their return, after having destroyed three Indian Towns, killed 32 Warriors, and brought away 50 or 60 Women & Children prisoners."...

GLC02437.10231

to Walter Patterson re: order for pig iron

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04512

to Mr. Wilson

Encloses Catharine Macaulay's proposals regarding a subscription for her history (possibly referring to her book, A History of England from the Accession of James I to the Elevation of the House of Hanover). Writes, "If you could induce any...

GLC02437.03140

to Henry Knox

Discusses the ratification convention for the United States Constitution, and the chances of it being accepted. Writes, "I have been waiting the event of our Elections here of Delegates for the Convention, which have men more in favor of the...

GLC02437.03742

to Henry Knox [incomplete]

Reports that he went to Boston to complete the legal business with the Winslow brothers. Found that Samuel has not returned from Philadelphia and says the business will be completed in Beverly next week. There were several issues surrounding the...

GLC02437.05919

to Henry Knox

Sends instructions for Knox's attorneys to deliver and receive deeds for lands in Maine. This involves squatters on his land. "Free" stamped and handwritten on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05947

to Nathan Dane

Discusses having the legislature right mistakes made by the land surveyors in relation to the Waldo Patent. Letterpress copy.

GLC02437.06343

[Agreement]

Agreement to employ men for the summer to work on canals or other buildings on his property.

GLC02437.06611

to Henry Knox

Discusses a resolve concerning a dispute between Knox and the settlers on the Waldo patent. Docket written in Knox's hand.

GLC02437.06987

to Henry Knox

Discusses possibly settling on the Waldo Patent.

GLC02437.07166

to Henry Knox

Wilson has received Knox's letter of December 12, 1799 and is sorry that Knox is not happy with the saws he received. Wilson is working hard to correct that and get Knox "a single saw agreable to your Request." Wilson says the "intention of this...

GLC02437.07241

to Henry Knox

Dane has received Knox's letters of the 23rd and 26th of November. He tells Knox, "I will no endeavour to have an early meeting of the Commissioners in order to finish the business as soon as possible."

GLC02437.07343

to Henry Knox

Winchester tells Knox that he and "Mr. White" are sending "Mr. Isaac Dana" to examine Knox's lumber. If he approves, Winchester will order lumber from Knox.

GLC02437.07405

to Nathan Dane

Knox writes Dane asking him and his fellow Commissioners to move quickly deciding Knox's case. Paper is very thin and writing very faded.

GLC02437.07419

[Quit Claim]

Letter signed by Edmund Winchester, and Aman Winchester and Joseph Hall as witnesses. A quit claim for two lots in Lincoln County, Maine. Document appears to be releasing all rights (title and claim) from Edmund Winchester to Knox and his heirs. Also...

GLC02437.07570

[Mortgage cancelled]

Documents the cancellation of a mortgage made to Winchester by Henry Knox on a plot of land in Maine. Signed by Winchester and by David Russell as witness.

GLC02437.07851

to Henry Knox

Write that Knox owes money on notes belonging to them. They did not expect he would have left town the previous summer without paying some of it, so they hope he will do so without further delay.

GLC02437.07907

to Henry Knox

Forwards a letter Knox had requested and says the president has no objection to his letter of the 30th being published. Dated "Thursday." Written in the third person and signed in the text.

GLC02437.08120

[Receipt]

Received three months wages from Lucy Knox.

GLC02437.08600

[Receipt]

Receipt for Hatevil Libby from Edmund Winchester, relating to freight and shipping. Includes a note of receipt signed by Libby.

GLC02437.08773

[Bill]

Bill to William Henderson for transporting boards and other building material to from Thomaston, Maine to Boston. Signed by Henderson.

GLC02437.08780

[Bill]

Bill from Winchester to Gilbert Hall for the transport of boards.

GLC02437.08782

[Bill of sale to David Winch]

Partially printed. Agreement between the heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo and David Winch, in which Winch purchases a tract of land from the heirs. Signed by Samuel Waldo, Francis Waldo, Isaac Winslow, Thomas Flucker and Hannah Flucker....

GLC02437.09055

[Deed given to Joseph Wiley and William McFarland]

Declares that Wiley and McFarland purchased a tract of land from the heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo in 1765, and explains financial transactions related to the purchase. Signed by Wiley and McFarland, as well as Timothy Paine and William...

GLC02437.09084

to Henry Knox

Provides his opinion on the legal haggling over the boundaries of the Waldo patent lands. Discusses the legal authority of the courts to be involved in the disputes.

GLC02437.09167

to Henry Knox

Promises to give his attention to a letter he has just received from Knox, regarding "certain conveyances &c" on the Waldo patent.

GLC02437.09241

to Henry Knox

A rough draft of a document lisiting various claims on the Waldo patent, relating to Knox's attempts to buy these lands. Has gone over all available documents and notes any possible problems with the deeds, competing claims or lack of proper...

GLC02437.09242

[Statement pertaining to Samuel Waldo's debt to Isaac Winslow]

States that the late Waldo paid his account in full. Contains account specifics on verso.

GLC02437.09479

[Pay abstract for Captain William Dana's company in Henry Knox's artillery regiment]

Includes pay for December 1775 and February-March 1776.

GLC02437.09511

to Nathan Dane

Discusses difficulty with "Francis Waldo's proportion." Offers to "co-operate many reasonable measure on the part of the Flucker Family to prevent the Winslows from suffering by the omision of the bond, which I suppose they would have given if...

GLC02437.10265

to Nathan Dane

Asks Dane to give General Jackson any advice concerning a petition to the General Court over land. Also allows him to make any modifications to the petition as he sees fit. Watermarked "Watt & C Patent Copying/Sold by J Woodmason/London."...

GLC02437.10278

[Mortgage deed cancellation]

Edmund Winchester agrees that when Knox pays a specified note, Winchester will "cancel the mortgage Deed which he has Executed to me of this Date."

GLC02437.10332

[Account]

Appears to be a statement on an account involving Isaac Winslow and Brigadier [General] Samuel Waldo.

GLC02437.10639

to Henry Knox

Dane received Knox's letter of June 1. Talks about Knox's election to the general court and gives an analysis concerning the presidential election. Dane believes that "Mr. Adams enemies among federal men" are trying to arrange the voting so the...

GLC02437.07423

[Agreement with Thomas Flucker]

Indicates that Flucker is bound to Winslow for a particular sum, based on previous agreements they had made. Signed by Thomas Flucker and Isaac Winslow, as well as a John [Cotton], perhaps as witness.

GLC02437.09038

[Copies of correspondence]

Copies of correspondences between William Duer, Henry Knox, Royal Flint, and Henry Jackson detailing the progress of their land deals and Duer's financial instability. Also includes details on the land agreements involving Madame de Leval and...

GLC02437.05607

to Henry Knox

Has not heard from his brother in almost six weeks. News of the operation against Yorktown from General George Washington included the destruction of three of Lord Cornwallis redoubts and a formal demand for surrender, along with Cornwallis'...

GLC02437.01239

to Henry Knox

Written by William Knox to his brother Brigadier General Henry Knox, who was at Washington's headquarters. Writes from France after a pleasant and short 21 day voyage from Boston. Is astonished by their speed of travel. Says he did not suffer from...

GLC02437.01296

to Henry Knox

Written by William to his brother Major General Henry Knox. Mentions he wrote a letter from Bristol, England about two weeks previous. Says he consigned 108 pounds worth of jewelry to Sears and Smith, to be delivered to his order. Says another...

GLC02437.02181

to Henry Jackson Knox

References receiving his son's letter by Mr. LeRoy. Sent two pairs of shoes yesterday. Sent three shirts by Mrs. Stagg today. Six more will be sent when they are made. Writes, "It is the judgement of your Mama and me, that you are too young to alter...

GLC02437.05038

to Henry Knox

William writes to his brother, Brigadier General Henry Knox, stationed at New Windsor, New York. William, who oversaw much of Henry's personal and financial business, confirms receipt of three months of Henry's pay. Discusses currency and exchange...

GLC02437.00983

to Henry Knox

References Henry's letter of 8 August 1781. Updates Henry on news he has heard. Says the French fleet was to have left Newport the day before to connect up with the Compte De Grasse, who is supposed to be nearing the continent with more French ships...

GLC02437.01153

to Henry Knox

Disappointed that his brother did not write him an "authentic account of Lord Cornwallis' situation in Virginia." Believes Cornwallis will surrender soon. Is planning a business trip to Europe and discusses fundraising. His last remittance to...

GLC02437.01159

to Henry Knox

Mentions Lucy Knox's trip up the Hudson River and hearing that General Knox passed New Windsor, New York with Governor George Clinton on his way to meet Lucy. Comments on a naval battle off the coast of Boston between the French frigate Magicianne...

GLC02437.01167

to Lieutenant Thorp

Sends Thorp on an urgent trip to Baltimore to obtain supplies from General Mordecai Gist and Major Sebastian Bauman, whom he has written instruction to (see GLC02437.01178 and .01179). He is to embark with Bauman and proceed to the operation with...

GLC02437.01180

to Henry Knox

Discusses plans for traveling to Europe, ships to take, and his effort to raise money. Also discusses what is happening at the port in Boston, mentioning specific ships, captains, armaments, and visitors. Mentions merchant activities, following up...

GLC02437.01196

to Henry Knox

Discusses news of the siege of Yorktown, mentioning the activities of the Marquis de La Fayette and naval engagements between French Admiral Compte de Grasse and British Admiral Thomas Graves. Reports that Congress has received indications of the...

GLC02437.01207

to Henry Knox

He is leaving for Europe tomorrow on a French frigate commanded by Count De Grasse. Remarks that in his haste the contents of this letter are only things of greatest importance. Discusses leaving his store with Joshua Loring, arranging for a Mr...

GLC02437.01270

to Henry Knox

Letter written by William Knox to his brother Brigadier General Henry Knox. Good travel description of France before the Revolution. Tells of his journey from L'Orient to Nantes. Arrived in Nantes on December 1 and stayed until December 8. Goes on to...

GLC02437.01338

to Henry Knox

Letter written by William, Major General Knox's brother, to Henry Knox. Includes a postscript written and signed by Lafayette. References the taking of Mahon, an island off the Spanish coast in the Mediterranean, by the Spanish. Says Gibraltar is...

GLC02437.01386

to Henry Knox

Written by William Knox to his brother Major General Knox. Mentions this is the fifth letter he has sent to Henry since arriving in France. Says he has received two from Henry. Says he is in Nantes on business, purchasing goods for his friends. Says...

GLC02437.01409

to Henry Knox

Letter written by William to his brother Major General Henry Knox. Says he will not ship anything with the capital he has accumulated until the peace is complete. Says his business accounts were messy, but are now settled. Says he wrote to Lucy that...

GLC02437.01412

to Henry Knox

Written by William Knox to his brother Major General Knox. Mentions his travels to Flanders, Nantes (where he did some business for his Boston friends), and has stopped in Rochefort on his way to Bourdeaux. Wants to ship many things to America, but...

GLC02437.01429

to Henry Knox

Outlines arrangements he has made to ensure packages he is sending to Henry Knox will arrive to him safely. Relates that he has "packed the Epaulets in a little box by themselves" and entrusted them to the care of General Lafayette. Made the ship's...

GLC02437.01430

to Henry Knox

Letter written by William to his brother Major General Knox. References a letter he wrote "a few days ago" and sent from Roquefort (he spells it "Rockford"). Also sent sweetmeats, caps, hats, a pair of epaulets, and two pieces of linen. Says he will...

GLC02437.01448

to Henry Knox

Written by William to his brother Major General Henry Knox. Fears that Henry is worried about him as he has not written since he was in Rochefort (William spells it Rochfort), France. While there he sent some linen, epaulets, sweetmeats, and some...

GLC02437.01701

to Henry Knox

Letter written by William Knox to his brother Major General Knox. Makes several witty references to the length of time between their communications. Mentions the peace and says "most people here particular those in commerce are happy at it, those who...

GLC02437.02073

to Henry Knox

Discusses business in Europe and his hopes of expanding trade. Mentions the cost of labour in America as compared to that in Europe.

GLC02437.02160

to Henry Knox

Knox's brother writes, "I can only inform you I am happy to have recover'd from my late situation on point of health and spirits the want of which I have very unpleasantly experienced for many months," referring to his mental illness. Relates that...

GLC02437.03059

to Henry Knox

William Knox writes to his brother. Relates his plans to sail for the United States, noting that his desire to be with family outweighs the unappealing prospect of making the voyage during winter. Expresses his disappointment at receiving only one...

GLC02437.03067

to Henry Knox

Relates that Henry Jackson had shipped some goods on behalf of Knox, but was unable to procure a bill of lading. Notes, "...upon the whole I think the step we have taken not an improper step in having those articles brought to this city, as they were...

GLC02437.03579

to Henry Knox

References his letter to Henry Knox of 22 May. That letter was "acquainting you of my Family and my very unhappy Situation in not only being obliged to live so long absent from a Dear and Affectionate wife and Family, but also not having wherewith...

GLC02437.05151

to Lucy Knox (daughter)

Writes to his daughter telling her how much he loves her, but that "I am not alittle [sic] jealous that it is not so reciprocal as perhaps it ought to be. I do not mean as to degree that is that yours should equal mine - But I only desire a due...

GLC02437.05504

to Henry Jackson Knox

Hopes his son is well and happy. Explains that it is very difficult to send the books that he had requested by post and to "apply to your uncle [Henry] Jackson for elegant extracts in prose, and verse the last edition - "

GLC02437.05699

to Henry Knox

Written by Henry Jackson Knox to his father. Is glad his father is coming to Massachusetts in the spring. Expects going home with him to Philadelphia for a week and then returning back north. Wants a pair of handsome shoe buckles as a New Years...

GLC02437.05803

to Henry Knox

Tells his father that he shall return to Boston tomorrow. Says Henry Cornplanter "wishes to go with me if you are willing. I think I heard you say, when he was at Newark that he might go to be under General Lincolns care." Hopes he can soon...

GLC02437.05968

to Henry Knox

Expresses his displeasure about college and requests his father not to force him to attend. Discusses becoming a merchant and believes he only needs to know mathematics and arithmetic. Writes the only thing needed to become a merchant is "to...

GLC02437.06059

to Henry Knox

Thanks his father for the gun he received. Writes the gun is "the handsomest that ever I saw, I hope I shall not give you any reason to be sorry that you gave it to me." Letter is written in Latin and English.

GLC02437.06096

to Henry Knox

Expresses disappointment at not hearing from home for some time, even though he has sent several letters himself. Notes he would have written sooner but he has been expecting a visit from Knox any day. He has decided to go ahead and write since it...

GLC02437.06366

to Henry Jackson Knox

A lengthy letter detailing business Henry Jackson Knox (Knox's son) needs to attend to while Knox is gone. The business mainly involves taking care of the mills. Knox notes he has been disappointed with the production of the mills and provides a list...

GLC02437.07759

to Henry Knox

Mentions that he has sent, via Captain [Edward] Kelleran, a shipment of lime and lumber. Reports on several other shipments he is making, including one containing letters for Knox, but he has enclosed some letters as well (not present).

GLC02437.07801

to Henry Knox

Writes to his father that he has sent several ships loaded with lime and lumber and they are on their way. Provides Knox with news about his estate, including the fact that "old Wilson" has abandoned his post without warning and has fled west....

GLC02437.07804

to Henry Knox

Reports on recent shipments and sales of lime and lumber. Discusses problems he is having overseeing mill operation due to the dryness of the weather. Expects a shipment of rum, sugar and coffee. Mentions some financial transactions, and asks Knox...

GLC02437.07807

to Henry Knox

Writes that Captain [Edward] Kelleran has, on board his vessel, a shipment of lime from the Knox estate. As he understands from his father's letters to his mother, their lime is not selling well in Boston. He therefore has asked Kelleran to stop at...

GLC02437.07809

to Henry Knox

Letter very faded. Written from "St. Georges mills," likely in Maine. Writes to ask if Knox can ship nails for him to use. Also informs Knox that he is sending boards for Knox's fence.

GLC02437.07814

to Henry Knox

Did not want to write to Knox since he expected Knox to return soon to Thomaston, but has found out from his mother that Knox has no fixed date of return, so he wanted to update him. Mentions that the carpenter he hired to build the store never...

GLC02437.07885

to Henry Jackson Knox

Writes to his son to inform him that ten men (perhaps workmen) are here for him, and will be traveling to him. Declares that they will want payment, and Knox will advance some money, but he will have to pay their passage.

GLC02437.07928

to Henry Jackson Knox

Encloses a work agreement (not present) with Phineas Whitney and others for employment at the lime works. Provides advice on how best to use the labor. Also consents to him residing on a particular house and farm for the season, and gives him...

GLC02437.07929

to Henry Knox

Reports that he has written to a Mr. Sumner to ask for men to work at his business, and also for mattresses and blankets for them to use. Discusses developments with his lime works, such as the construction of kilns. Asks Knox to send several...

GLC02437.07930

to Lucy Knox

Discusses business endeavors. Considers the imminent conclusion of the war in Europe and the "immense success of [Napoleon] Bonaparte," and how these factors may affect land prices and other areas key to his finances. Also mentions his hopes that...

GLC02437.08016

Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05137

Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05138

Manuscript [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05139

Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05140

Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05141

Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05142

Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05143

Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05144

Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05145