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4 December 1801
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
[Account]
Lists transactions between Henry Knox and George Ulmer by date. Most involve money received from people.
GLC02437.08791
18 December 1802
[Ledger]
Ledger booklet with a list of names, towns, dates and amounts. Appears to be related to mortgages.
GLC02437.08792
7 October 1804
[Notes]
The front page is handwritten and discusses mortgages from 23-28 November 1801. The back is a portion of a printed document possibly relating to a land deed within Massachusetts.
GLC02437.08793
17 March 1802
Colfin, P., fl. 1802
[Receipt]
Partially printed document with subsequent information written in by hand. Receipt of Henry Knox's claim on the Waldo patent.
GLC02437.08796
16 April 1802
Lincoln, Benjamin, 1733-1810
[Accounts]
List of transactions between Henry Knox, Benjamin Lincoln and Henry Jackson, mostly dealing with finances and interest. Also signed by Benjamin Jarvis as a witness.
GLC02437.08797
April 1802
Green, Richard, 1783-1873
[Payment]
Partially printed document with subsequent information written in by hand. An assessment of Henry Knox's pew number and his balance.
GLC02437.08800
18 February 1805
Lists transactions between Henry Knox and a Nathaniel [Kiddeu ?] relating to highway tax and other finances.
GLC02437.08801
4 November 1802
Gleason, John, fl. 1796-1811
Receipt of a horse from Ezekiel Spulding, the price of which will be deducted from what Spulding owes to Henry Knox.
GLC02437.08803
6 October 1802
Houston, Robert, 1765-1824
Receipt of four cattle from Robert Hoffman for John Rynier to give to Henry Knox.
GLC02437.08804
25 February 1803
[Portage bill]
Portage bill for John Hermon during his trip to the West Indies. Date previously inferred, written in pencil on the verso.
GLC02437.08805
12 November 1802
Receipt of beef and money on behalf of Henry Knox.
GLC02437.08807
5 March 1803
Archibald, A., fl. 1803
[Bill]
Bill for a desk that Henry Knox ordered.
GLC02437.08809
26 May-7 August 1803
[Tax statement]
List of taxes and includes a note of receipt dated Thomaston 7 August by Thomas Burkmar.
GLC02437.08810
5 January-4 November 1803
Receipt for a mortgage from William Drinkwater for Nathaniel Pendleton. Also includes another note of receipt on the verso, dated 4 November of the same year for $3.50 of interest from Pendleton, signed by Drinkwater.
GLC02437.08811
5 July 1803
Libby, Nathan, fl. 1803
[Note]
Note of an order of 865 feet of 2 inch blankets from Henry Knox. Includes a note of receipt from Nathan Libby dated 23 September.
GLC02437.08813
23 April 1803
[List]
List of dates for medicine and medical advice, ranging from June 1796 to April 1803.
GLC02437.08814
10 October 1803
List of transactions between Mathius [Sturrer ?] and Henry Knox, mainly relating to building materials.
GLC02437.08815
6 September 1803
Fales, Willard, fl. 1803
Note of receipt of Henry Knox for $74.60.
GLC02437.08816
3 November 1803
Taxes for the state, town of Waldoborough and school.
GLC02437.08817
3 October 1803
Greeley, Philip, fl. 1803
Payment for Greeley's services as a surveyor. Also includes a note of receipt signed by Greeley.
GLC02437.08818
15 October 1803
[Certificate]
Certificate relating to a kiln. Signed by William H. Wiggins.
GLC02437.08819
9 December 1803
Rider, John B., fl. 1803
List of transactions between Henry Knox and John B. Rider from 2 March 1803 to 9 December, mainly relating to finances and cash flow.
GLC02437.08820
5 March 1802
Kenniston, Moses, fl. 1802
Receipt of wood.
GLC02437.08821
1 August 1863
Painter, Heber, 1841-1900
to Rebecca Frick
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Writes that he is still in Washington and has not done much fighting recently. Discusses a position for which he applied, stating that he won't be disappointed if he doesn't get it but...
GLC02016.034
10 August 1863
to sister Kate
Complains about the excessive heat and comments on the health of the soldiers. States that the men in New Bern are healthy, but those in Washington, Roanoke, and Plymouth have got chills and fever. Discusses his recent attack of fever, for which he...
GLC02016.035
September 1863
Will soon be leaving for Washington, North Carolina. Reports on the health of the soldiers; some are in the hospital but not in serious condition. Writes that he is suffering from diarrhea.
GLC02016.039
14 September 1863
Writes to reassure his sister that he is well. Urges her to look on a map and trace his trip from the mouth of the Neuse River to the Pamplico River and then onto Washington, North Carolina; a distance of 110 miles. Reports that rebels destroyed...
GLC02016.040
29 November 1863
Writes that although he would like to request furlough for the holidays, he feels it may be wiser to reserve his request for a time when he will really need it. Reports that Thanksgiving day was celebrated by the soldiers with a meal of hardtack and...
GLC02016.043
27 December 1863
Writes that he spent Christmas on a boat in Washington, North Carolina with other soldiers, most of which were drunk. He had Christmas dinner with Phillip Forrester. Has befriended a widower in Washington who is originally from Pennsylvania....
GLC02016.045
17 January 1864
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Explains that the delay in correspondence is probably due to the Northeastern storms occurring in the area of Cape Hatteras. Writes that despite not having any major battle news, the men...
GLC02016.046
1 February 1864
to his aunt
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). He writes that a battle is currently raging in New Bern and the Rebels are at an advantage. The rebels, advancing during the previous night from Kinston, opened fire on the Union soldiers...
GLC02016.047
4 February 1864
to his sister
Recounts the Battle at Batchelder's Creek. There was severe loss on both sides; 200-300 Confederates lost and about 1000 Union men lost at Newport Barracks. Reports that firing was heard in the direction of Washington, but does not know if Plymouth...
GLC02016.048
March 1864
Has just arrived from Washington. Talks about the arrival of his new niece. Discusses the importance of happiness to a soldier: " it is his life, his health, his everything." An expedition to the interior was put on hold due to the desertion of...
GLC02016.049
26 March 1864
to his sister Kate
Hopes his sister is in good health when he returns so that she may welcome him with a "rich musical treat." Mentions the arrival of a new niece from his sister Anna. The men are anxious to be relieved by another regiment. Visits Washington on a...
GLC02016.050
24 February 1863
Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863
to Amanda Wilkinson
Writes to his wife of the bad weather they have had recently. Thinks that many of the men would stay here but it does not feel like home to him. One of the regiment's captains has resigned and gone home. States that he will not use any of his...
GLC03523.13.082
19 August 1863
to sister Anna
Writes that there will be no mail going north for the next week, so he is taking the opportunity to write before the last ship leaves so as to relieve his family of any worries regarding his welfare. Reports that many of the men in the company are...
GLC02016.036
to [Rebecca Frick]
Updates his aunt on the letters he's written home. Writes that the weather is changing and becoming cooler. Reports the same news to his aunt as he does to his sister Anna in the previous letter. States that he could really use some gentian...
GLC02016.037
31 August 1863
Reports that after Charleston, South Carolina is occupied, there are plans to move on to Wilmington, North Carolina. Writes that Captain Jackson has left for the north to bring back conscripts for the regiment.
GLC02016.038
26 September 1863
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Describes riding on the steamer Thos. Collyer and the pleasure of feeling a cool breeze after being in the hot and dirty streets of New Berne. Also wishes that his Aunt and sister Anna...
GLC02016.041
17 October 1863
Writes that he arrived at New Berne this morning. Reports that an expedition went to Elizabeth City and but didn't accomplish much there. Also reports that deserters are coming in daily at a great number. Hopes to hear good news regarding the...
GLC02016.042
2 December 1863
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Writes that in addition to being paid, he was able to collect money owed to him and is therefore enclosing one hundred dollars (the one hundred dollars is not included with the letter).
GLC02016.044
11 May 1864
Reports that the company landed at City Point on the evening of 5 May and started towards Petersburg early the next day. There was some fighting between Confederate and Union forces consisting of 9th New Jersey and 27th Massachusetts. The following...
GLC02016.051
26 May 1864
Writes that the rebels keep the Union lines surrounded so much that when the sharpshooters watch from the trees they shoot every time they see a shoulder strap. As a result, one man was killed in his tent and another wounded. Reports that some...
GLC02016.052
21 January 1863
He writes to his wife that he is sorry he has not sent more money home. States that the country is "hard up for money" and therefore cannot send as much as he would like or as much as she deserves. Comments that he asks no one to watch his wife. He...
GLC03523.13.075
26 January 1863
Writes to his wife that he has recently sent her several letters and has also sent his sister, Wink, a letter. States that he was unable to get a leave of absence and has been thinking about resigning. However, the army will not let him resign...
GLC03523.13.076
3 February 1863
He writes to his wife that he has not heard from her in two weeks. He wonders if she is sick and sends her 40 dollars, all of the pay he received. He also sends her a picture of himself. Writes that he asked for a leave of absence and was denied...
GLC03523.13.077
6 February 1863
Writes to his wife that he is greatly relieved to hear from her as it has been over two weeks since her last letter. States that they have just received orders to march to North Carolina. There they are to reinforce General John G. Foster. He has...
GLC03523.13.078
8 February 1863
Writes to his wife that much of his division has left for North Carolina and the remaining troops are preparing to depart. He thinks that the move to North Carolina will be a good one as they have stayed in Virginia for too long. Reports that the...
GLC03523.13.079
14-15 February 1863
Written to his wife while on board the steamer Georgia. Explains that they will first go to Newport News, Virginia and then on to North Carolina. Comments on what he can see on the ocean and relates this to life. Writes about the horrors of war and...
GLC03523.13.080
21 February 1863
Writes to his wife about the army establishing a new camp at Newport News, Virginia. States that he has set up his tent and the army has erected a small house along the bank of the James River. He thinks that this place is the best encampment they...
GLC03523.13.081
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