Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Lucy Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07704 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: Thomaston, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: circa 13 November 1801 Pagination: 3 p. : address ; 31 x 18.8 cm. Order a Copy
Writes to his "beloved" wife, Lucy Knox. Discusses the progress of their front and back settlers likely located in Maine. Mentions his joy over the amount of settlers they have and his pleasure with the development of Waldoborough. Also expresses his satisfaction with the price of land. Cautions Lucy about keeping their expectations to themselves and watching their expenses and debt. Complains about the letter Lucy wrote, writing it was unsatisfactory and she did not mention anything about their son, Henry Jackson Knox. The letter is dated the 13th of 1801. November was added at a later date. Written from Montpelier [Thomaston, Maine]. Based on the content of the letter it was likely written either in November or more likely in December. A portion of the letter is damaged on the third page causing minor text loss.
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