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19 February 1797
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to George Ulmer
Discusses financial matter regarding prices.
GLC02437.06916
12 March 1797
Discusses a possible conflict with a Harris Ransom and Mr. Ely and assures Ulmer that he will have the support of the government. Continues to write about issues with settlers. Noted in Knox's hand, as "Copied by Julia," who is most likely Knox's...
GLC02437.06930
20 April 1797
to unknown [incomplete]
Discusses his search for a quality cook and gives instructions for construction. Last page and interspersed edits written in Knox's hand.
GLC02437.06952
24 September 1797
to unknown
Mentions a farm and the sale of land.
GLC02437.07032
4 February 1798
Writes about the death of his daughter, Julia and business matters.
GLC02437.07084
18 February 1798
Discusses the importance of his business and logging.
GLC02437.07089
25 February 1798
Discusses events on his estate, such as some of the mares having foals as well as his financial difficulties.
GLC02437.07091
28 May 1798
Discusses payments.
GLC02437.07137
5 July 1798
Discusses mills.
GLC02437.07157
8 December 1798
Knox acknowledges that he "received your note respecting Francis Flucker and the explanations of his conduct by McEllery." Knox believes that Francis must change his behavior sincerely, but as for now he had "no moral sense: wrong and right are the...
GLC02437.07203
14 August 1800
Knox thinks the owners of the lands dating back to the "signing in 1788" should have "warruntee deeds of the same." Knox says he wants to Ulmer to let the settlers know that if they are willing to pay for the land with interest, they will get the...
GLC02437.07446
23 October 1800
Notes on a letter Knox sent to Ulmer. The note mentions that Knox gave Ulmer a "list of settlers who subscribed in 1788 for lots and paid." Knox wants Robert Houston to finish his surveying and notes that Benjamin Lincoln and Henry Jackson are his...
GLC02437.07476
24 October 1800
Description of Knox's land settlement program, he defends and explains his legal and almost moral right to his Maine Lands. Reminds Ulmer of the surveyors who were attacked on land that he and his family has legally owned since 1629. Knox insists...
GLC02437.07479
20 December 1800
Discusses the large number of proclamations that have been sent out (possibly by settlers). Requests Ulmer send him and various other people one of the proclamations that were sent out. Notes the culprits need to be apprehended.
GLC02437.07496
18 March 1801
Ulmer, George, 1756-1825
to Henry Knox
Informs Knox he has not been able to hire any men to assist in surveying the new townships (likely in Maine). Says everyone is intimidated by the back settlers who threaten to fire upon anyone who attempts to "run outlands." Recommends increasing...
GLC02437.07514
28 May 1801
Appears to discuss land settlements.
GLC02437.07535
5 June 1801
Letter is not signed but appears to be in Knox's handwriting. Encloses (not included) an abstract of a [title] from Mrs. [Lucy] Knox's grandfather, Brigadier General Samuel Waldo. Notes the deeds were all legally executed and recorded. Also...
GLC02437.07540
20 June 1801
Discusses his continuing investigation of the men who shot at the surveyors on Knox's patent. Describes the conversations he had with various men and the settlers public opinion of Knox. Also recommends employing more surveyors and spreading them out...
GLC02437.07547
28 June 1801
Discusses financial matters involving the townspeople and the prisoners (likely in Maine). Mentions the new prisoners who were brought in for firing at the surveyors on 16 July [1800?]. Notes he and [Robert?] Houston examined the prisoners last...
GLC02437.07553
9 July 1801
Appears to express disbelief over the events taking place between the settlers and the surveyors. Informs Ulmer he would like to wait a day or two and see what transpires.
GLC02437.07560
Informs Knox they are transporting the party of men to Brigadiers Island, present day Sears Island, Maine. Mentions he has heard rumors that there are a 1000 armed men in the back settlement who aim to release the prisoners and oppose the surveying...
GLC02437.07561
11 July 1801
Further reports about the settlers uprising in Maine. Knox reports he has been informed that there was a gathering of 300 men in Davistown, Maine (possibly present day Liberty, Maine) who demanded the prisoners be released. Also reports the men...
GLC02437.07565
Continues to discuss the ongoing conflict between the settlers and the surveyors on the north part of the Waldo patent. Appears to discuss spies he has mixed in with the settlers. Also provides names of the suspected people involved.
GLC02437.07566
22 July 1801
Letter is not signed but appears to be in Knox's handwriting. A brief note concerning the settlers located on the northern part of the Waldo patent.
GLC02437.07574
8 August 1801
Informs Knox that a gentleman named Thomas has agreed to assist Knox in stopping the settlers in the back country (likely the north part of the Waldo patent) from committing further violence on Knox's surveyors.
GLC02437.07579
22 August 1801
Noted as a copy. Discusses the progress of the surveying and updates Knox on his schedule. Mentions the committee's presence may help keep the peace with the settlers. Letter is a duplicate of GLC02437.07588.
GLC02437.07585
28 August 1801
Updates Knox on what appears to be a gourp or party of men gathered by Ulmer likely to insure the safety of the surveyors against the settlers.
GLC02437.07595
5 September 1801
Informs Knox they have completed the business (surveying) and they no longer need all the reinforcements. Reports the "Jacobins of the wilderness" burnt down Mr. Joseph Jones and Mr. Benjamin Bartlett's barns full of goods. States, "our enemies...
GLC02437.07605
12 September 1801
to Robert Houston and George Ulmer
Appears to be copies of two different letters from Knox thanking Ulmer, Houston, and the other gentleman involved in the survey work.
GLC02437.07610
Discusses the progress of the survey work being conducted in various towns across Maine. Believes it will be safe enough for the surveyors to complete their work this fall. Notes his health and business will keep him from participating in the...
GLC02437.07611
13 September 1801
Discusses the ongoing conflict between the settlers (insurgents) and Knox's surveyors. Mentions he believes the insurgents must have known about Ulmer being out on Sunday. Inquires about what happen to the 60 insurgents. Also requests Ulmer persuades...
GLC02437.07612
Interesting letter to Knox, still concerning the insurgents, who apparently call themselves Indians. States Mr. Joseph Jones saw 60 insurgents who were looking for Ulmer and his party; 16 of the men Jones could identify. Says the men are from the...
GLC02437.07614
14 September 1801
Assures Ulmer there is sufficient evidence to prove the assembling of the insurgent. Notes they will need the witnesses testimony at the next Supreme Court hearing and requests Ulmer to summons them. Also believes the surveys ought to go forward.
GLC02437.07615
19 September 1801
Letter is not signed but appears to be in Knox handwriting. Notes men have been sent out to assist the surveyors. Stresses the importance of Ulmer summoning all the witnesses to be at the Supreme Court. Knox's signature has been clipped from the...
GLC02437.07617
22 September 1801
Informs Ulmer the surveyors were apprehensive of an attack and have retreated. Says it is important for the surveyors to discover the insurgents identities or intentions. Also notes the importance of Ulmer attending court next Tuesday.
GLC02437.07620
29 October 1801
Discusses a complicated land deal involving Nathaniel Knight and a Mr. Hartie. Requests Knox gives the lot to Knight for under $4 per acre. Also advises Knox on a different land deal concerning Joel Rich. Recommends Knox not grant Rich his wishes...
GLC02437.07649
6 November 1801
Recommends Samuel Moores to Knox's attention. Describes the assistance Moores has lent Ulmer while conducting Knox's surveys.
GLC02437.07657
9 November 1801
Informs Knox that Adam Rogers and Lydia Pendleton are each intitled to fifty acres of land.
GLC02437.07658
10 November 1801
to unkown
Discusses a Mr. Demooth and his 200 acres of land. Describes the complicated way in which Mr. Demooth came in possession of the land.
GLC02437.07661
14 November 1801
Appears to discuss either land or business dealings. Mentions the bearer of this letter will be presenting Knox with two certificates. Also discusses a situation where a permit was stolen from Samuel Peterson and sold to another gentleman who...
GLC02437.07668
15 November 1801
A lengthy letter of resignation from Ulmer to Knox. Ulmer mentions he was mortified to see Knox returned the letters and certificates Ulmer sent him. States, "it is an evidence that your confidence in me is in a Great measure withdrawn I of course...
GLC02437.07670
16 November 1801
Noted as a copy. Knox responds to Ulmer's letter of resignation. Says Ulmer has taken offense where none was intended. Informs Ulmer there have been frauds committed regarding the signing of 88 and of floating permits. Also notes he considers the...
GLC02437.07671
18 November 1801
Ulmer, Philip, fl. 1798-1801
Discusses land deals between Joseph Thomas, Joseph Thomas Jr., and Henry Knox. Informs Knox that Joseph Thomas called on him regarding his land being referred to the committee.
GLC02437.07673
13 December 1801
Requests Knox handles a particular settler's debt kindly. Notes the gentleman is ready to pay off his notes and is afraid Knox will treat him unkindly for paying so late. Says the gentleman requested Ulmer speak to Knox on his behalf. Ulmer says the...
GLC02437.07693
6 May 1802
Noted as a copy on the docket. Letter is not signed but appears to be in Knox's handwriting. Discusses the sum Joseph Jones and [Benjamin?] Bartlett received for the loss of their barns (the barns were burnt down by the settlers). Also mentions how...
GLC02437.07731
23 July 1802
Acknowledges the receipt of two copies; one for the incorporation of the plantations in Maine, the other to enable himself and others to build a bridge over Ducktrap, Maine. Says he will gather the inhabitants together to choose town officers and...
GLC02437.07743
7 June 1803
Written from "Cambden," likely Camden, Maine. Informs Knox that a "poor unfortunate man" named John Thomas has asked the Amity Lodge of the FreeMasons; to recommend him for an appointment as lighthouse-keeper for the new lighthouse at Whitehead...
GLC02437.07806
30 June 1805
Writes to ask for Knox's advice. Upon returning home from Boston, he discovered that the U.S. Bank had won a judgment against him for his estate. Is unable to pay the mortgage on his estate but does not want to leave his home or the Waldo patent....
GLC02437.07949
10 November 1805
Discusses a financial judgment rendered against Ulmer. Comments on financial arrangements between himself, Knox, and Mr. Ebenezer Parsons, to whom Ulmer owes money.
GLC02437.07981
13 February 1806
Writes to endorse the reappointment of Samuel Jacobs for Justice of the Peace in Lincoln County, Maine (where his commission has expired). Also endorses William Parkman for a Justice of the Peace position in Lincoln County.
GLC02437.08007
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