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30 April 1762
French, Alexander, fl. 1762
to Thomas Flucker
Discusses financial transactions between Flucker and the firm of Killy Barnard & Co., as well as Lockhart & Co.
GLC02437.09008
29 October 1762
Dowse, Jonathan, fl. 1761-1762
[Account between Thomas Flucker and Jonathan Dowse]
Account detailing the financial transaction between Thomas Flucker and Jonathan Dowse.
GLC02437.09011
1762
Account of lands sold
No signature, but previous research suggests that the author might be Joseph Dowse. Account of lands sold to a variety of individuals, including Thomas Flucker.
GLC02437.09012
30 March 1763
Otis, James, 1725-1783
[Note pertaining to Waldo land deeds]
Marked "copy." Explains his opinions regarding the inheritance of the heirs of Samuel Waldo. Provides detailed information about several portions of the Waldo patent lands.
GLC02437.09013
24 April 1763
Bollan, William, fl. 1750-1763
to Samuel Waldo et. al.
Copy of GLC02437.09014.
GLC02437.09015
29 June 1763
[Power of attorney agreement]
Certifies that Lucy Winslow and Hannah Flucker, daughters and heirs of Samuel Waldo, and their husbands Isaac Winslow and Thomas Flucker, appoint Samuel and Francis Waldo, Lucy and Hannah's brothers, as their attorneys. Samuel and Francis are...
GLC02437.09017
6 August 1763-22 August 1763
Kneeland, John, fl. 1763
[Mr. John Kneeland's deed]
Docket (which appears on a third page) indicates the deed was being sent to Mr. Thomas Flucker. Documents that a tract of land in Boston was purchased by Thomas Flucker from John Kneeland and his wife, Abigail. Signed by John and Abigail Kneeland...
GLC02437.09020
23 March 1764
Rainsdon, Henry, fl. 1764
[Oath of Henry Rainsdon]
Rainsdon swears that in 1757 he signed and executed a legal document for Samuel Waldo. Signed by Rainsdon as well as by William Bridgen, mayor of London.
GLC02437.09021
15 February 1765
Rice, Thomas, fl. 1765-1794
[Indenture]
Agreement between Samuel Waldo, the son of Brigadier Samuel Waldo, and Thomas Flucker. Outlines the land inherited by each of Brigadier Waldo's children upon his death, and declares that Flucker has purchased the younger Samuel Waldo's share of the...
GLC02437.09022
6 February 1765
Freeman, Enoch, 1706-1788
[Extract from the deed of division of lands]
Apparently addressed to Jedidiah Preble. Outlines the lands being given to Thomas Flucker on behalf of his wife, Hannah Waldo Flucker, as she is an heir to her father Brigadier Samuel Waldo's estate.
GLC02437.09023
Flucker, Thomas, 1719-1783
[Bond between Thomas Flucker and Samuel Waldo]
Bond in which Flucker agrees to pay Waldo a particular sum of money. Included in this arrangement are monies previously borrowed from Flucker by Waldo, as well as lands in the Waldo inheritance. Contains extensive calculations on the last page.
GLC02437.09024
Spooner, John, fl. 1765
[Legal document regarding John Spooner]
Document summarizes that John and William Spooner, executors (and perhaps sons) of the late John Spooner, sued John Dennie for monies owed to the Spooner estate, and also took out a writ for lands apparently belonging to Dennie. Document outlines...
GLC02437.09025
22 May 1765
Hill, John, fl. 1765
to George Jaffrey
Writes about plans for the towns of Peterborough and Hillborough. Mentions a Mr. John [Tufton] Mason.
GLC02437.09027
5 July 1765
Paine, Timothy, 1730-1793
Provides a report on the finances of the late Brigadier Samuel Waldo.
GLC02437.09028
1765-1799
Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806
Lots drawn by Thomas Flucker...
Complete title is "Lots drawn by Thomas Flucker Esqr. in the partition of the Estate of Brigr Genl S. Waldo lying in the Town of Falmouth, made amongst his Heirs 1765." The first portion of the document contains a numbered list of land lots. The...
GLC02437.09029
9 October 1765
Danforth, S., fl. 1765
[Waldos' deed to Anthony Dyer]
Partially printed. Documents that the children of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo, and their spouses, have sold Anthony Dyer a particular tract of land from the Waldo patent lands. Signed by Samuel Waldo, Isaac and Lucy Winslow, and Thomas and...
GLC02437.09030
24 October 1765
Goldthwaite, Thomas, 1717-1799
to Samuel Waldo and Francis Waldo
Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Addressed to "Col. Waldo or his brother," likely referring to either Samuel or Francis Waldo. Discusses the topography and resources of different land lots and considers whether...
GLC02437.09031
30 November 1765
Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Discusses surveying, settling and planning a new town with a Mr. Chadwick, possibly on Flucker's land. Adds that he received cider from Mr. Winslow. Touches briefly on "the...
GLC02437.09032
16 February 1766
Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Reports that although he has not had a recent letter from Flucker, he plans to proceed with constructing the new township as soon as spring arrives. Writes, "I can form no opinion...
GLC02437.09033
24 April 1766
Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Declares that he received two letters from Flucker and apologizes for not writing back. Discusses plans he is making with Mr. Chadwick and Mr. Saunders for a settlement.
GLC02437.09035
21 July 1766
Flucker, Hannah, 1726-1785
Is unsure whether her letter will reach him at Falmouth, but feels the need to try sending it by post. Has not heard from him since his departure. Reports that she took their daughter Hannah to a commencement, and also wonders about the health of...
GLC02437.09036
2 August 1766
[Value of land in Falmouth]
Extensive account of land values in Falmouth, particularly pertaining to lands of interest to Thomas Flucker.
GLC02437.09037
1861-1865
On the Use of Tobacco
Essay discusses the vileness of tobacco use and urges users to stop. Comments on the high monetary cost and ill health effects resulting from tobacco use.
GLC03523.10.239
Essay discusses the vileness of tobacco use and urges users to stop. Comments on the high monetary cost and ill health effects resulting from tobacco use. Invokes man's responsibility to God to "...obtain the mastery over your appetites."
GLC03523.10.240
.1861-1865
Maitland, Joseph M., 1836-1918
Constitution and Laws of "Lyceum"
Constitution and by-laws for the formation of a society to be called Lyceum. Purpose of the group is improvement in "... Declamation, Composition, Oration, Colloqy and Debate..." Contains thirteen articles and eight by-laws. Manuscript is faded and...
GLC03523.10.241
1 December 1766
Waldo, Francis, fl. 1728-1784
Writes to his brother-in-law to ask that he pay Alexander Ross a sum of money and charge it to Waldo's account. Several notes appear on verso which indicate receipt of payment. Notes are signed by Ross, James Milk, and William Whitwell.
GLC02437.09039
12 December 1766
[Account between Francis Waldo and Thomas Flucker]
Financial account between Francis Waldo and Thomas Flucker, from 21 April 1766 to 21 November 1766.
GLC02437.09040
2 March 1767-19 April 1767
[Receipt for Thomas Flucker]
Receipt of money paid by Flucker to a William [Sitwell] of London apparently on behalf of the late Brigadier General Samuel Waldo.
GLC02437.09042
20 August 1767
Fowle, Robert Luist, 1743-1802
Discusses his attempts to collect moneys owed to Flucker from various parties. Also mentions the desire of the people in Portsmouth to have paper money again. Fowle signs the letter "your Dutifull Nephew."
GLC02437.09044
22 September 1767
Palairet, John, fl. 1767-1768
to unknown
Addressee unknown, but may be Samuel Waldo, as he corresponded with Waldo in subsequent letters on the same subject (see GLC02437.09054). Declares that the bearer, his friend Mr. Hulton, has recently been appointed to a position as Commissioner of...
GLC02437.09045
2 January 1768
Sewall, Jonathan, 1728-1796
Documents Sewall's receipt of a sum of money from Flucker.
GLC02437.09046
16 October 1767-24 December 1767
Shute, Benjamin, fl. 1767-1801
[Memorandum of an agreement between Thomas Goldthwait and Benjamin Shute]
Documents the sale of a tract of land from Goldthwait to Shute. Marked "copy." Signed by Goldthwait and Shute, as well as several witnesses. Thomas Flucker and Francis Waldo also sign their acceptance to the agreement.
GLC02437.09047
28 December 1767-11 January 1768
Palmer, Joseph, 1716-1788
Writes to "lay before you a general state of our present circumstances, in order for Your impartial advice." Lists lands as well as buildings and structures on the lands, as well as their values. Considers in particular the worth of a glass...
GLC02437.09048
21 March 1768-1773
Copy of the patent
Contains a list of items and transactions related to the Waldo patent. Mentions Thomas Flucker, and Samuel and Sarah Waldo.
GLC02437.09049
7 April 1768
Discusses a land agreement between the heirs of Samuel Waldo on the one part and a group of investors including Benjamin Lynde and James Bowdoin on the other part.
GLC02437.09051
12 November 1768
[Receipt ]
Receipt indicating that Thomas Flucker received a sum of money from Royall Tyler.
GLC02437.09053
20 July 1768
to Samuel Waldo
Refers to earlier correspondence regarding a Mr. [Hulton]. Discusses Mr. Hulton'sinterest in acquiring Palairet's lands (see GLC02437.09045), as well as the land claim of a Mr. Robert Temple. Relates that Temple told him of a claim he had on lands...
GLC02437.09054
3 February 1769
West, Stephen, 1736-1819
Written from Stockbridge, likely in Massachusetts. Provides an assessment of a Mr. Joseph Hatch, who apparently is interested in joining West's uncle in purchasing land in the Waldo patent. Relates his knowledge of Hatch, which he assures Flucker...
GLC02437.09056
21 January 1767-20 February 1770
[Continuation of agreement with Joseph Palmer]
Agreement continuing the partnership between Thomas Flucker and Joseph Palmer in a spermecetti manufacturing business as their original agreement from 1763 is about to expire. Consent to slight alterations in their agreement. Signed by both Flucker...
GLC02437.09060
13 November 1769
Provides information on a deed the heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo gave to a Captain Witt.
GLC02437.09061
22 March 1770
Fales, David, fl. 1770-1801
Written from "St. George's," likely in present-day Thomaston, Maine. Discusses a deed he drew up for Mr. Isaiah [Tolman] for three hundred fifty acres of land. Also mentions meeting with disillusioned settlers, including those [likely German...
GLC02437.09063
20 May 1770
to Edward Wendell
Author's name is illegible, but may be Nathaniel [Knight]. Instructs Captain Wendell to pay Thomas Flucker a sum of money.
GLC02437.09064
[Receipt]
Marked "copy." Discusses a financial transaction between himself, Captain Edward Wendell, and Nathaniel Knight. See also GLC02437.09064. Includes calculations on verso.
GLC02437.09065
4 May 1770-7 December 1770
Knight, Nathaniel, fl. 1770
Has enclosed a plan for the lands Flucker sold to him previously. Would like Flucker to made a deed out for himself and his son. Verso contains two notes by Thomas Flucker, one of which is written from Boston, about their financial transactions.
GLC02437.09066
17 November 1770
[Account between David Fales and the heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo]
An account between David Fales and heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo, covering the period from 1769-November 1770.
GLC02437.09067
8 June 1770
No author's name is listed; the docket includes what might be the author's name, but it is illegible. Agreement between the author and Thomas Flucker and Isaac Winslow regarding the purchase of land.
GLC02437.09069
21 August 1771
Moss, Thomas, fl. 1771
to Ommanney & Co.
Written from "Gibraltar in Boston Harbour." Addressed to Mr. Ommanney & Co., Savage Gardens, London. Asks the company to pay a sum to John Langdon on a particular timetable. The name "John Langdon" is written on verso.
GLC02437.09071
11 October 1771
Interest due to Mr. Waldo
Account between Francis Waldo and Thomas Flucker, per the docket.
GLC02437.09072
17 February 1772
[Thomas Goldthwait's June lease]
Documents a lease of land negotiated by Thomas Goldthwait between the heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo on the one part, and [possibly his son] Thomas Goldthwait Jr. Signed by Thomas Goldthwait and Thomas Goldthwait Jr., as well as by Jonathan...
GLC02437.09073
30 November 1772
Agreement between Wheeler & Goldthwait
Written from Fort Pownall, at present-day Stockton Springs, Maine. Agreement between Thomas Goldthwait and Benjamin Wheeler relating to the construction of a dam. They agree to split the cost of the construction, as well as on the use of the water...
GLC02437.09074
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