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to Henry Knox

Writes that he has for sometime been unsure how to ask Knox whether he might help him find a position with the federal government, preferably near where he lives. Would like to bring up his sons to be educated and respectable enough to remain in...

GLC02437.04237

to Henry Knox

Discusses a petition members of a committee are presenting to him about grievances in Thomaston, Maine, part of the Waldo patent lands. The petition is being presented by a Mr. Brown and a Mr. Thomas. Discusses meetings of the Court (the General...

GLC02437.04239

to Henry Knox

Received his last letter, which "excites in me the most grateful sensations." Did not know of any person who had a "superior Claim upon Government" office in the region than he did. Thought that all Congressional appointments would be made...

GLC02437.04259

to Isaac Winslow, Jr.

Thanks him for his recent letter. Writes that he hopes Winslow has received "the report of the committee, and the decision of the house thereon - If you do not like the opinion of the house you can probably have it negatived in the Senate."...

GLC02437.04260

to Henry Knox

Apologized for any errors present in his last letter, which he had to write quickly. Discussed his desire for a government appointment with Mr. Thomas Robison, "the most respectable Character in this place, with whom I have been upon very friendly...

GLC02437.04263

to Isaac Winslow

Writes that he received Winslow's letter but was unable to reply due to absence. Explains that his youngest child has been gravely ill. Discusses the General Court's debates on a petition, apparently regarding their Waldo patent lands, as well as...

GLC02437.04282

to Henry Knox

Writes that he received Knox's most recent letter, and hopes that Knox's youngest son's health will improve. Mentions that the General Court has not discussed the petitions from the Waldo patent lands, and describes a meeting he recently held with...

GLC02437.04294

to Henry Knox

Is unsure who else to forward a document (not present) from a French gentleman recently arrived from Guadeloupe regarding the Society of the Cincinnati, so encloses it to Knox and asks for his advice.

GLC02437.04309

to Henry Knox

Has recently returned from the Waldo patent lands. Relates that most of the people seem happy with the arrangements they worked out about living on the land. Discusses his interactions with Captain [George] Ulmer and Colonel [possibly Daniel] Shute...

GLC02437.04367

to Samuel Winslow

Thanks Winslow for paying the arrearages of taxes on the Waldo patent and obtaining the deeds. Asks for further details concerning accounting matters, and discusses more business concerning the patent. Expresses his sadness that Winslow was not...

GLC02437.04395

to Henry Knox

Discusses a deed from the "administration of Lands in the County of Middesex" in England and how it relates to land deeds in the states. Also discusses securities.

GLC02437.04505

to Henry Knox

Discusses attending two committees of general court concerning their petition in relation to the [Waldo] patent lands. See GLC02437.04504 and .04500 for related letters. Informs Knox of the proceedings and the outcome. Writes that the petition...

GLC02437.04511

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he is attending to their business at the general court concerning the Waldo patent lands. Writes, "As to the northern boundary - the report has been rejected in the senate."

GLC02437.04522

to Henry Knox

Refers to a recent letter to Knox from Henry Jackson in which Jackson summarized the General Court's review of a claim related to Knox's Maine lands (GLC02437.04535). States that it is to their disadvantage that the court continues to delay making a...

GLC02437.04546

to Isaac Winslow

Informs Winslow that he is sorry for the delay in sending "the deeds respecting the lands in Nottingham [west]." Winslow's recent letter has removed objections Knox had to signing the deeds, so he will forward them by way of Henry Jackson. Outlines...

GLC02437.04626

to Henry Knox

States that recent deliberations of Congress have led him to believe that new excises will be placed upon certain goods, and there will be a need for more collection officers. Asks for Knox's help in obtaining a position as a excise tax collector.

GLC02437.04636

to Henry Knox

Winslow reminds Secretary of War Knox that the General Court is convening 15 September 1790. Hopes to have a "final settlement" in their dispute with the settlers on the Waldo patent. Reports a visit from Mr. [David] Fales about petitions being...

GLC02437.04698

to Henry Knox

Winslow tells Secretary of War Henry Knox that two men, Samuel Noyes and Adams Merrill, want to buy some lots of land in Falmouth which Major Merrill had previously applied for. One is also interested in the 104 acres of Piscataqua that Winslow...

GLC02437.04726

to Henry Knox

Winslow acknowledges receiving Secretary of War Knox's letter written 14 October. Winslow mentions a "controversy between Mrs. Waldo and Us" believing that Knox "had a conviction either of the policy, or propriety of it." Winslow wishes to find...

GLC02437.04765

to Henry Knox

Writes he is disappointed that he has not had any response from Knox regarding the letters he sent him. Outlines the defense of a case concerning taxes on Thomas Flucker's estate. Understands that Knox is busy with "public business" but he needs to...

GLC02437.04844

to Henry Knox

Writes, "The melancholy misfortune which has lately befel [sic] our family in the death of Mr Isaac Winslow Senr will in some measure retard the business of the patent, but only for a short time as my brother Samuel Winslow who is now here is...

GLC02437.05299

to Henry Knox

Reports that the [Mass.] House of Representatives decided against them and makes it unlikely that they can proceed with part of their plans. Says that he will not write in great depth about it, as he expects Colonel [Benjamin] Hichborn and General...

GLC02437.05331

to Joseph Peirce

Assures Peirce he will "promot[e] as far as possible the Views of Genl. Knox" in land negotiations related to the Waldo patent. Discusses land in the Waldo patent, specifically, boundaries, grants, deeds and finances. May be the Winslow letter...

GLC02437.05584

to Isaac Winslow

Apologizes for not having written sooner and discusses estimates relating to land deals. Notes he finds it unlikely that the state will cover any differences in quantity, as had been suggested, due to the member's prior voting record on the subject...

GLC02437.05731

to Henry Knox

Discusses a bond concerning the Waldo estates. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05762

to Henry Knox

They have been consulting on the Waldo patent business for the past several days and have brought Mr. Erving and Waldo "to a determination." Says they agreed in helping them dispose of the patent, but they wish to retain the island to accommodate Mr...

GLC02437.05806

to Henry Knox

Notes since receiving Knox's reply (no date given) he has been trying to negotiate a loan "upon the strength of my Expectations; not having yet been able to accomplish my purpose." Reports that Henry Jackson encouraged him to make a draft upon Knox...

GLC02437.05846

to Isaac Winslow

Signature is partially missing. Knox says Samuel Winslow is planning to draw two bills, each for $250 at 15 days sight, upon him. The payment is supposed to be an advance for the money Samuel is set to receive for the buyout of their interest in the...

GLC02437.05855

to Henry Knox

Regrets he cannot give Knox more information on the land negotiations. States that a relapse of his "malady" kept him in New York 5 days longer than expected. Since his return he has gone to Beverly to meet with Nathan Dane. Goes into problems...

GLC02437.05922

[Indenture between Henry Knox and the Winslow brothers]

Copy. Legal document involving a land exchange between Knox and Samuel and Isaac Winslow.

GLC02437.05943

[Deed from Joseph Gross]

Legal document stating Joseph Gross sold Abel Curtis a lot of land in Frankfort, County of Hancock, District of Maine. Curtis paid £12. Witnessed by Francis Goodwin, Justice of the Peace. Also signed by William Webber, Register of Deeds.

GLC02437.05957

[Receipt of contract]

A receipt of $800 for an enclosed contract. Contract and money was delivered by Henry Jackson on behalf of Henry Knox to Ebenezer Dunton and Tileston Cushing. The document is marked as a copy. Another date was added in pencil of 17 April 1794....

GLC02437.06076

to Henry Knox

Requests a favor (possibly a loan or a bonus) from Knox. Describes his current employment as being industrious. Discusses his concerns about sailing to the West Indies. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06106

Henry Knox

Informs Knox a gentleman has been calling on his mother (possibly Mary Winslow) regarding a lot of land (possibly part of the Waldo patent lands) in Nottingham West, present day Hudson, New Hampshire. Notes the gentleman wants to pay half of his bill...

GLC02437.06252

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox about the purchase of a mare. Place writ from docket.

GLC02437.06414

to Henry Knox

Writes that he is happy to hear the Knox and his family have arrived safely in Boston and hopes that their journey to Maine will be peaceful. Also forwards some papers (not included).

GLC02437.06443

to Henry Knox

Discusses land business.

GLC02437.06976

to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox's business in New York and relays a message from his wife to Mrs. Knox. Also includes a table of the weather patterns, such as temperature and barometric pressure, for the month of May.

GLC02437.06993

[Deed to Hosea Cushing]

Authorizes the sale of a tract of Henry Knox's land to Hosea Cushing. Noted as a copy.

GLC02437.07024

to Henry Knox

Discusses the sale of land and possibly having yet another survey done to determine the acreage of plots.

GLC02437.07031

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox for assistance as he finds himself unable to provide adequately for himself and his family. Noted as written in Portland, most likely in Maine.

GLC02437.07039

[Certificate]

Certifies that he has relinquished his claim on land in Maine. A second part, written and signed by David Fales, dated 29 September 1801 in Lincoln, states that Richards relinquished his claim of his own free will.

GLC02437.07047

to Henry Knox

Writes a letter of recommendation for a man from Jamaica on his way to Boston. Noted as written in Portland, most likely Portland, Maine.

GLC02437.07055

Report

Docket reads that this document is a report "given by Robt Houston...of the murder of a Mr. Winslow a resident near Portland."

GLC02437.07444

to Henry Knox [incomplete]

Discusses land deeds.

GLC02437.08081

to William Crosby

Discusses a deed.

GLC02437.08091

[Bill for William Knox]

William Knox bought 54 reams of various kinds of paper from Thomas Cushing and Co. The total came to £240.10. Signed, "pr John Amory Jnr."

GLC02437.08443

[Receipt]

Receipt for a "Second Hand Chariot with Harness compleat" that Henry Knox bought from Isaac Winslow.

GLC02437.08720

[Report]

Discusses an expedition against the French fort at Crown Point. Warren approves Shirley's recommendation of Samuel Waldo to lead the expedition. Noted as a true copy by William Shirley, who also signs.

GLC02437.08931

[Relative to selling land in Nova Scotia]

Agreement in which the signatories, who are the heirs of Samuel Waldo, appoint John [Palianet] of London as their agent and attorney. They commission him to sell their lands in Nova Scotia. Also signed by several others as witnesses.

GLC02437.09016

[Thomas Flucker's obligation to Isaac Winslow]

Account of Flucker's debts to Winslow between April 1766 and December 1771.

GLC02437.09034

[Receipt]

Receipt for a bond Winslow received from Thomas Flucker, signed by Joseph [Barnet], John Moore, and several other parties. Lists the pay schedule for the bond.

GLC02437.09062

[Receipt]

Receipt for a note Thomas Flucker gave Winslow, which had been given to Flucker in turn by Benjamin Wait.

GLC02437.09095

to Isaac Winslow

May be written on Knox's behalf by his assistant, Samuel Shaw. Though docket notes that the addressee is Samuel Winslow, the document itself lists the addressee as Isaac Winslow. In response to Winslow's earlier letter, discusses legal arrangements...

GLC02437.09141

to Isaac Winslow, Sr.

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. May be incomplete. Discusses several issues relating to the Waldo patent lands, including bonds forwarded to Knox by Mr. Sullivan, and the transfer of power of attorney.

GLC02437.09165

to Isaac Winslow, Jr.

Discusses documents he has recently examined which suggest a dispute over the estate of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo between his son Samuel Waldo, and his sons-in-law Isaac Winslow (father of the addressee) and Thomas Flucker (father-in-law of...

GLC02437.09172

to Isaac Winslow, Jr.

Declares that the papers he and Winslow have on the claim of Mrs. [possibly Sarah] Waldo on the Waldo estate are likely all the papers that exist. Discusses Mrs. Waldo's claim, and asks that Winslow, his brother [Samuel Winslow], and his cousin...

GLC02437.09174

to Samuel Winslow

Discusses legal issues concerning the land owned and taxes owed by his late mother-in-law, Hannah Flucker, in Falmouth, Maine. Extracts are included which list out who the land was sold to and the amount of taxes paid. Expresses his desire to...

GLC02437.09202

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for his attendance and communication respecting business [likely regarding land] that affects them both. Notes he has called on another gentleman for opinion regarding Knox's affairs.

GLC02437.09206

Letter to Henry Knox

Informing Knox of various issues relating to Waldo's patent, a large tract of land he owns. Discusses petitions to the State Legislature against Knox from settlers who are attempting to win land from him.

GLC02437.09223

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that the General Court of the State Legislature has put off ruling on pettitions regarding land Knox owns. Many residents on this land are petitioning. Also relates other information relating to property disputes over Waldo's Patent...

GLC02437.09224

to Henry Knox

Discussing financial issues and difficulties related to the Waldo patent, a large tract of land which Knox owns and which Winslow helps manage. Winslow also discusses his personal affairs.

GLC02437.09226

to Henry Knox

Discussing Knox's plans to purchase two fifths of the Waldo patent from him and his family. Asks Knox to at least purchase his smaller share, since his family is destitute, and discusses a price.

GLC02437.09238

to Henry Knox

Assuring Knox that Winslow will be able to provide him with a secure title to the large portion of the Waldo patent Knox wishes to buy from him. While Nathan Dale is worried that Winslow lacks the proper deeds for this land, Winslow tells Knox that...

GLC02437.09243

[Account of payment made by Thomas Flucker to James and William Cunningham]

Note on verso indicates that Flucker paid in full for items such as lead, iron, and paper.

GLC02437.09473

[Return of officers and men belonging to the detachment under Major John Crane who have been left behind due to sickness]

Includes the names of men left behind from Captains Pierce, Foster, and Drury's companies (possibly Thomas Pierce, Thomas Waite Foster, and Jotham Drury).

GLC02437.09508

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for James Sheridan of the Invalid Regiment]

Colonel Nicola recommends Sheridan for a "furlough to fallow field in Chester County, Pennsylvania, 'til the first April." Directs his request to a General, possibly Henry Knox, and notes that Sheridan's leave will complete the number of furloughs...

GLC02437.09592

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Captain Kirkpatrick]

Captain Dellezenne recommends Kirkpatrick, of the corps of sappers and miners, for a fifty day leave of absence to go to Delaware, where "he has particular business with the legislature of that State." Directs his recommendation to Major General...

GLC02437.09655

[List]

Appears to be an account or statement of interest. Various dates and currencies are listed.

GLC02437.09897

[Account]

Statement of Henry Knox's account with Samuel Winslow from 23 October 1789 to 4 December 1793.

GLC02437.10619

to Sebastian Bauman

Encloses an account of the cannons and other ordnance Major Bauman is to bring down to the Chesapeake from Baltimore. Coordination with other ordnance vessels will be organized by George Washington and another General [Mordecai] Gist. Also discusses...

GLC02437.01170

to Henry Knox

Writes to inform Knox that he has completed all the shells he was commissioned to create, according to their agreement. Mentions that Captain [possibly William] Stevens has arrived and will build a fence around shot and shells and then take his men...

GLC02437.01707

Return of Stores, expended at the different Batteries, on the 13th and 14th Instant.

Lists quantities of stores used at the Grand Battery, Left Battery, and Redoubt under Colonel Lamb during the siege of Yorktown. Lamb commanded the Second Regiment of Continental Artillery.

GLC02437.01227

to Henry Knox

Discusses the difficulty of completing work without artificers in the south. Requests that a few carpenters and smiths be sent to their aid.

GLC02437.01258

to Henry Knox [in French]

Written from Burlington, likely in New Jersey. Mentions John Doughty. Cannot go to Philadelphia due to a broken arm sustained in a fight, possibly with Doughty. Appear to have served as a cook.

GLC02437.01358

to John Jacob Faesch

Written in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp, and signed by Shaw for Knox. Advises Faesch that Captain [William] Stevens will soon be arriving with a small party to reproof shells, and will be bringing "a section of a French 8 inch shell...

GLC02437.01431

to John Jacob Faesch

Writes to Faesch, a metalworker building arms and ammunition for the army, to discuss the amount and sizes of shells necessary to fit the French howitzers the army has procured. Mentions that he has been in contact with General Benjamin Lincoln...

GLC02437.01527

to Henry Knox

Writes, "I have reciev'd an Answer from Genl. [Benjamin] Lincoln a Coppy of which you will find on the other Side, the Two Tea Kittles with handles are ready, & shall be forwarded by first opportunity to Capt. Wm. Ellison at New Windsor, to be...

GLC02437.01621

to Captain Dusten

Informs Captain Dusten that a quartermaster will show him where to get firewood and other supplies for his men to aid them throughout the coming winter. Mentions Stoney Point and Verplanks Point. Mentions he also sent this information to Captain...

GLC02437.02695

to John Jacob Faesch

Writes a letter of introduction for a Major [Hodijah] Baylies.

GLC02437.02728

to Henry Knox

Asks for permission to continue burning lime in a kiln he built, apparently on land he bought from Thomas Flucker, Knox's father-in-law. Writes, "I am gratly regoyst to hear your honer thinkes of coming to live amonst us which I beleve will be much...

GLC02437.03086

to Henry Knox

Lists his expenses and asks Knox for assistance in finding employment in New York since he has lost his position as a clerk. Copies in a recommendation from his former employer and gives the reason for his discharge as the liquidation of the firm.

GLC02437.03511

to Henry Knox

Outlines his endeavors, as Treasurer of North Carolina's chapter of the Society of the Cincinnati, to obtain funds to "discharge Majr L'Enfant." Reports that the society members agreed wholeheartedly but adds that he has had some trouble acquiring...

GLC02437.03603

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox, "It is with the most poignant grief I inform you of the departure of my dear partner, who after a severe illness of near four weeks took her leave of this scene of trouble on Saturday the 23d Instant..."

GLC02437.03808

to John Jacob Faesch

In the hand of William Knox. Replies to a letter from Faesch in which Faesch informed Knox of the death of his wife (GLC02437.03808). Offers Faesch his deepest sympathy and condolences, writing: "We suffer excessive misery at the loss of our dearest...

GLC02437.03818

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for offering his condolences upon the recent death of Faesch's wife. Encloses letters for Knox to forward.

GLC02437.03824

to William Duer

Discusses a [financial] settlement involving Platt, Peirce, and the payment of warrants. Plans to sail 22 August 1788 for Penobscot (in present-day Maine), and does not expect to return until 20 September. Presents his respects to Lady Kitty Duer...

GLC02437.03969

to David Fales

Marked "copy." Unsigned, but authorship inferred from handwriting. Writes that the bearer of the letter, Captain Thomas Vose, will "make an establishment at the fort and block house farms for our mutual interests." Believes the people of Thomaston...

GLC02437.04083

to Henry Knox

Received his letter via Captain [Thomas] Vose, and is happy to hear that an "Establishment is making at the Fort and Block-House Farms." Has helped Vose set up a fence around the property, and also helped him explain to the people that they now have...

GLC02437.04164

to Henry Knox

Writes to Knox not to provide him with information, but to elicit information from Knox about happenings in the government. Declares that he is very far away from the rest of government and would like to know more about what is going on. Hopes that...

GLC02437.04206

to Nicholas Eveleigh

Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Informs Eveleigh that he is appointed Comptroller of the Treasury of the United States, and informs him of the salary. Adds that Captain Joseph [Hardy] has been employed in the Treasury...

GLC02437.04354

to William Eustis

Replies to Eustis's letters written on the 17th and 23rd (see GLC02437.04479). Discusses the situation of the invalids, particularly the invalid pensioners. Upon reviewing the subject with other general members, believes it to be impracticable to...

GLC02437.04492

to William Eustis

Informs Eustis that "[o]ur delegates have not yet brought forward the motion relative to a new inspection of the invalids." Stresses the importance of another inspection, in order to ensure all invalid soldiers are accounted for and paid...

GLC02437.04560

to William Duer

Acknowledges receipt of an invitation from Duer. Confirms that he and Henry Jackson will meet Duer at Princeton next Wednesday evening. Asks him to bring Mr. [William] Constable.

GLC02437.04927

to William Duer

Later copy of GLC02437.05402.

GLC02437.05401

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox, "The time proposed, when you was at St Georges for giving Deeds to those persons who then agreed for their Lands, is sometime since elapsed..." States that some of the settlers have made considerable payments for the land, and they...

GLC02437.05521

to David Fales

Writes that he has signed, and is forwarding him, a deed for Samuel Walls for land in Cutlers Cove, [Maine]. Hopes to sign over the remaining deeds to everyone else by next year.

GLC02437.05646

to David Fales

Reports the letter will be delivered by Captain John Hills, a surveyor working for Knox. Says Hills will be making a "perfect plan" of the Waldo Patent as he recently purchased the interest of the Winslow Family. Plans on spending a great deal of his...

GLC02437.05878

to Henry Knox

Reports that this letter will be delivered by a Mr. Amory, who is going to Philadelphia to enquire into the claims of the United States against D. Parker & Co. Amory is Parker's attorney, and he is anxious to settle these claims. Says he transmitted...

GLC02437.06001

to Ebenezer Dunton

Discusses the alterations he requested to be made to the windows of his new house. Informs Dunton to skip the alterations, saying, "I am not obstinate and therefore I give up my opinion to your judgment - but I pray you to have everything in true...

GLC02437.06079