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11 June 1796
Ulmer, George, 1756-1825
to Thomas Vose
Ulmer writes to Vose asking about delivery of goods for "the Gen'l" [General Henry Knox]. Discusses shipping them by a vessel helmed by a Captain Norton.
GLC02437.06770
15 July 1796
to Henry Knox
Relates his concerns that supplies Knox has recently purchased and had shipped to Ducktrap are not being adequately cared for and may get lost.
GLC02437.06786
10 November 1796
Provides news on Samuel Ely, who tried to stage a rebellion against Knox due to the way Knox owned and managed his lands in Maine. Describes locations where Ely has been seen, and explains attempts to apprehend him. Also discusses business matters...
GLC02437.06815
3 March 1797
Reports of a conspiracy with Samuel Ely and Harris Ransom leading about 80 people.
GLC02437.06922
25 July 1797
Informs Knox of a meeting and that he will be coming to Boston.
GLC02437.07006
26 July 1797
Relays to Knox complaints from settlers regarding trouble on account of the land.
GLC02437.07008
28 October 1799
Discusses a problem with handing out a deed to some settlers.
GLC02437.07038
14 November 1797
Asks Knox for assistance with other business ventures to help support his family as he is unable to do so with his present situation.
GLC02437.07048
19 April 1800
Ulmer tells Knox he has the power to persuade the court to prevent a bridge being built across the Belfast river. Discusses developments of Knox's land.
GLC02437.07393
10 August 1800
Ulmer received Knox's letter of August 9, 1800. Ulmer has written to an "Esqr Houston" for the affidavits Knox requested. Ulmer hopes justice will come to those assailants of Knox's surveyors.
GLC02437.07441
23 August 1800
Ulmer traveled with Robert Houston to see Paul Dudley Sargent and Oliver Parker, but did not get to see the Sheriff Thomas Phillips. Ulmer reports, "the Insurgents say they are two thousand strong --and keep spies out Continually to watch the...
GLC02437.07453
06 September 1800
Ulmer tells Knox that one of the wounded surveyors is staying with him, and that man knows someone who knows who fired the shots.
GLC02437.07458
08 September 1800
Ulmer says that Captain Swan thinks the settlers should take the land before they are surveyed, but Ulmer does not think it is a good idea. Ulmer also advises Knox not to sell land around Belfast River until he knows how suitable they are. Mentions...
GLC02437.07462
21 September 1800
Ulmer says he gave Captain Robert Swan permits to settlers "to work upon the land in Township B," as Knox requested. Warns Knox that the insurgents are becoming more confident and something must be done to stop them. Ulmer believes that the new...
GLC02437.07464
15 December 1800
Appears to discuss a proclamation that was issued. Mentions he informed Captain Knowles to raise a company to apprehend those who are in support of an undisclosed issue (possibly concerning settlers in Maine). Also mentions they were unable to...
GLC02437.07493
18 January 1801
Informs Knox he is either sending or has sent him a list of letters (not included) of people who have applied for land in Knox's patent (likely part of the Waldo patent lands). Notes he marked the quantity and price agreed on next to each man's name...
GLC02437.07501
8 February 1801
Informs Knox he believes some of the settlers in the [Newgorham] neighborhood (present day Gorham, Maine) are against the surveys being conducted. Also discusses the petitions on the Ducktrap land in Maine.
GLC02437.07505
22 April 1801
Tucker, Thomas, fl. 1801
Expresses his disappointment in Knox's son's (likely Henry Jackson Knox) behavior. Apologizes for handing the money to Knox's son, noting it only encourages him. Discusses terms for Knox repaying the money.
GLC02437.07521
28 September 1801
Treat, Robert, fl. 1792-1801
Noted as a copy. Informs Knox he is not well enough to travel but will visit Knox as soon as he is well again. Notes he will make the payments as soon as he can make the journey.
GLC02437.07629
29 April 1802
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Mary Turner
Discusses a land deed involving Mary Turner and Hezekeah Trench. Mentions Trench is ready to comply with the terms of the deed and that [George?] Ulmer confirmed this information. Questions how Turner believes she can legally withhold the deed from...
GLC02437.07730
5 September 1803
Tuckerman, Edward, fl. 1803
Writes to tell Knox that a number of "Scotch families from the Highlands" have arrived in Boston, with the intention of settling, but have no place to settle themselves. Several local residents have taken an interest in helping them, and Tuckerman...
GLC02437.07818
21 September 1803
to Edward Tuckerman
Writes, in response to Tuckerman's letter (see GLC02437.07818), that he has excellent land for sale and that he would be happy to settle it with the industrious Scotch men Tuckerman recommended. Provides the terms of purchase, including an offer of...
GLC02437.07823
13 February 1805
Tudor, Frederic, 1783-1864
Writes to urge Knox to renew a note showing money he owes to Tudor. Warns that if he refuses, Tudor may have to take "unpleasant measures."
GLC02437.07909
14 February 1805
Tudor, William, 1750-1819
Explains why he parted with a note of Knox's. May have given it to his son [Frederic] to help finance his son's business ventures (see GLC02437.07909). Discusses his own financial hardships, and apologizes for having to extricate himself from their...
GLC02437.07910
to William Tudor
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Writes that Tudor's son (likely Frederic) has been urging Knox to repay the note he owes the Tudors. Explains the difficult financial circumstances under which he is suffering, leading...
GLC02437.07911
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