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7 August 1783
Lincoln, Benjamin, 1733-1810
to Henry Knox
Discusses the commutation of Captain Patten's pay. Hopes Patten will signify to Congress his acceptance of it. Marked as private.
GLC02437.02372
14 October 1783
Request for Knox to deliver "for the use of the Indian tribes, five hundred pounds of powder - one thousand pound, of lead and one thousand flints - " Noted as written at the War Office.
GLC02437.02649
1 November 1783
Asks Knox to deliver "as many of the inclosed brevets as are officers with you to recover them - The others for Massachusetts I wish you would forward by the next post ..." Noted as sent via "Public Service." Free frank signed by Benjamin Lincoln.
GLC02437.02746
20 February 1784
Sumner, Job, 1754-1789
to William Hull
Appeals to Hull, commanding at West Point, to settle a matter concerning the paymaster's refusal to grant him subsistence pay corresponding to his rank as Major. Informs Hull that he hopes to bring the matter before Congress, and in the meantime...
GLC02437.02959
22 October 1784
Encloses "as near a copy as I could make of our address to the Indians," possibly referring to a recent address he and Knox made to the Penobscots in present-day Maine. Discusses copying documents related to former Governor [Thomas] Pownall's...
GLC02437.03060
12 March 1785
L'Enfant, Pierre Charles, 1754-1825
Expresses his hope that Knox will accept the appointment of Secretary at War. If so, hopes to serve under Knox as an engineer for military posts on the western frontier. Requests that Knox recommend him as such to Congress.
GLC02437.03109
28 January 1787
Writes a brief report on the status of Shays and his troops. Refers Knox to several letters he has enclosed, in order to get a fuller picture of the story. However, as he has very little time, writes that he must wait till the next opportunity to...
GLC02437.03426
5 February 1787
Writes in full, "As I have not had time to write to you fully on the subject of our movements & the state of matters in this part of the country I have caused copies to be made out of such papers as will give you the best information on these points...
GLC02437.03444
17 February 1787
Reports on the disbanding and scattering of the members of Shays' force, and explains that they are in pursuit of Shays, but "with little hope however of overtaking him." Describes how he chose to rearrange the troops in Hampshire and Worcester and...
GLC02437.03456
22 February 1787
Requests Knox to read and send a document (not included) to the governor concerning the mood of the people. Writes that "His people, as I am informed, are getting mad, [Ours] have been so for some time since the rage is abating."
GLC02437.03463
1-3 March 1787
Discusses the convention (referring to the upcoming Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia) and his views of the people's ideas of changes Congress would bring about. "I have not the most distant idea that the people would adopt any...
GLC02437.03476
6 June 1788
Transmits a letter pertaining to a Major Baylies to be forwarded to John Jacob Faesch. Writes, "I have no private news- I need not add that I love you." Presents his regards to Lucy and the Knox children.
GLC02437.03888
14 July 1788
Lee, A., fl. 1788
Encloses a document related to a parcel of land (not present). Hopes to obtain information regarding the "quality & value of the Land." Wants to know whether any part of the land can be rented or sold. Docket indicates "Respecting his lands on the...
GLC02437.03936
31 May 1789
Writes that he wrote to the President to discuss the possibility of working for the new government. Explains a dramatic property loss he experienced while fighting in the war. Declares that he did not approach Knox on the subject because he felt...
GLC02437.04226
18 July 1789
Discusses the President's appointments to the judiciary branch. Mentions the possibility of a Mr. [likely John] Lowell being nominated for the Supreme Court, and provides his opinions on that appointment.
GLC02437.04293
17 August 1789
Writes to send him a copy of the diploma for French officers joining the Society of the Cincinnati, and discusses several matters regarding the French members of the Society.
GLC02437.04329
12 February 1790
Writes a response to Knox's proposed plan for regulating the militia and gives his opinion that it has "great merit" and "if cordially embraced it would make ours the strongest militia in the world." But believes the people of Massachusetts will not...
GLC02437.04509
27 April 1791
Received Knox's letter of 19 April 1791. Comments on "young Mr. [William] Balch" and calls him, "a wild citizen, yet I think he has many qualifications which will recommend him as an officer - He very well knows that he cannot sport with his...
GLC02437.04933
12 August 1791
Lillie, John, 1755-1801
Written by Knox's former aide-de-camp Lillie. Written on the ship "Eliza" bound for Savannah, Georgia. Says he previously wrote Knox a letter before he left Gibraltar in which he gave a sketch of the character of the Emperor of Morocco. The day...
GLC02437.05116
19 October 1791
Apologizes to Knox and his wife for "not calling to take your commands for Boston." After arranging "the little business I had to do here," he decided at the last minute to leave. References the £700 bill which Knox endorsed and the £500 bill...
GLC02437.05201
13 April 1792
Leverett, Benjamin, fl. 1792
Writes that he sent Knox a letter in February 1792 about his intention to purchase a plot of land from Knox in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. As he never heard back, he takes the liberty to write again. If he is able to purchase the land, he would like...
GLC02437.05413
26 December 1792
Informs Knox that their son Henry Jackson Knox is doing well and that he was not allowed to go to Boston since Henry Jackson would not be there to supervise. He is advancing well in his studies. Also recommends Mr. James Henry Langier for a clerk's...
GLC02437.05758
27 August 1793
Lincoln, Abner, 1763-1826
Lincoln appears to be an official at the academy where Henry Jackson Knox attends. Suspects that his letters of 20 June and 27 July did not reach Knox. Proceeds to give Knox an update on his son. Says the boy improved after being placed under the...
GLC02437.05915
26 November 1794
Provides a detailed account of Knox's son's (Henry Jackson Knox) progress in his studies. Notes Henry Jackson Knox has shown an improvement in propriety since Knox's departure. His French master has also noted an improvement. States there have only...
GLC02437.06256
30 December 1794
Informs Knox that Henry [Jackson Knox] arrived on the 27th. Discusses the impact the visit had on Henry Jackson Knox and ways to keep him on track (likely referring to his academics). Notes Knox's visit appears to have made a good impression on Henry...
GLC02437.06287
15 January 1795
Copy of a letter from Benjamin Lincoln in Knox's hand, dated 15 January 1795. Letter congratulates Knox on his retirement and his "escape from an office, which did not give you [bread], and more, that Malice, and design have been fully checked by the...
GLC02437.06308
30 April 1795
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to John Le Fevre
Writes a letter of recommendation for Le Fevre on the goodness of his character. States that he was in Knox's employ for four years and is discharged at his own request.
GLC02437.06403
4 May 1797
Informs Knox that he has arrived at Brigadier's Island and is in the process of settling down and setting up shop. Brigadier's Island in Maine is also known as Sear's Island.
GLC02437.06960
21 May 1797
Tells Knox about his many interests on the island specifically concerning settlers, sheep, and fish.
GLC02437.06971
9 June 1797
Discusses how there are less fish available, especially salmon and run. Expresses his hope that he will never need to be in public service again, though, since the fisheries are doing so poorly, it might be necessary.
GLC02437.06984
6 June 1798
Asks Knox for help in obtaining an appointment in the Corp of Marines, despite his preference for staying out of public service. Noted as written in Milton, state unknown.
GLC02437.07146
14 August 1798
Informs Knox that he has signed the inclosed notes (not included).
GLC02437.07163
24 October 1798
[Memorandum]
Certifies an agreement between Lincoln and Henry Knox concerning a brigantine and cargo.
GLC02437.07181
17 October 1800
Lincoln encloses papers related to the agreement made with Thomas Winthrop "in the appointment of appraisers in Robt Houston Esqr. George Ulmer Esquire Mr. Charles Vaughan and Docr. Samuel Coleman." Lincoln says nothing is needed from Knox now until...
GLC02437.07470
15 February 1801
to Leroy [Bayer] & Mr. [Evers]
Informs them that Mrs. [Sarah Lyons] Beaumez's son, Francis Flucker, was appointed by the British government and is serving in India and that her other son, Thomas Flucker, is a midshipman on his way to the West Indies. Continues to discuss the...
GLC02437.07506
12 March 1801
Bayard, LeRoy, fl. 1801
Signed by LeRoy Bayard and Mr. Evers. Discusses business dealings involving Knox, Leroy Bayard, Mr. Evers, Mr. [B.?] Beaumez, [Thomas?] Flucker, and [Francis?] Flucker. Appears Knox advanced money for the Flucker's (Thomas and Francis) passage to...
GLC02437.07512
8 July 1801
Legate, Thomas, fl. 1801
Introduces Knox to a gentleman who would like to permanently reside on Knox's lands and who is also seeking employment. Describes the gentleman's character and his family.
GLC02437.07559
1 December 1801
Signed by LeRoy Bayard and a Mr. Evers. Discusses an advancement Sarah Lyons Flucker Beaumez (Knox's sister-in-law) requested on behalf of her two son's, Francis and Thomas Flucker. Informs Knox that Messrs Palmer informed Bayard they did not feel...
GLC02437.07687
30 November 1802
Introduces Knox to Isaiah Cushing. Notes Cushing is a young gentleman who wishes to settle in Thomaston as a physician. States, "Mr. Cushing is a young gentleman of talents & information & he merits the esteem & confidence of the informed, the wise...
GLC02437.07772
31 May 1803
Asks Knox to put through a petition.
GLC02437.07803
20 September 1804
Mentions that their affairs have remained unsettled for a long time, and he cannot bear for them to be unsettled any longer. Provides suggestions for how they might arrange their financial matters.
GLC02437.07879
26 September 1804
Discusses settling their financial accounts together, specifically repayment by Knox of a sum Lincoln loaned him. Considers repayment options, including the possibility of accepting land from Knox instead of money. Mentions General [Henry] Jackson.
GLC02437.07882
16 September 1805
Writes that the bearer of the letter, a Mr. [Romanie], is the Catholic instructor for the Passamaquoddy and Penobscot tribes. He is moving to Knox's neighborhood and would like Knox's help and advice. Lincoln writes that he is sure Knox will meet...
GLC02437.07972
1802
A View of the Political Conduct of Aaron Burr, Esq. Vice-President of the United States
Printed by Denniston and Cheetham.
GLC03107.05332
1929
Webster, J. Clarence, 1863-1950
Samuel Vetch
An address by Dr. J. Clarence Webster of the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada on the occasion of the dedication of a monument to Samuel Vetch first British Governor of Nova Scotia. Printed in 1929.
GLC03107.05333
1740/03/14
Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790
Insurance policy for the Ship Anne
GLC03107.05334
1727/01/02
Endorsement for a letter
GLC03107.05335
circa 1585-1763
Letter [in French]
GLC03107.05336
1804/02/10
Saville, J.G., fl. 1804
Authorization for the release of a French woman taken captive
The document authorizes the release of Madame de Grosse, a French woman who was taken captive, and orders her unhindered return to France.
GLC03107.05337
1713/10/13
Kearny, Thomas, fl. 1713
Account of Robert Livingston
Items on the account include different varieties of cloth.
GLC03107.05338
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