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20 November 1787
McNeill, Mary, fl. 1787-1791
to Henry Knox
Thanks Knox for his help in settling her husband's public accounts. Text in the hand of Henry Knox. See GLC02437.03662, .03670, .03675, .03772, .03781, and .03784.
GLC02437.03708
10 February 1788
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Robert R. Livingston
Original of GLC02437.03790. Knox relates details of the Massachusetts ratifying convention: "On Wednesday the 30th ultimo, Mr. Hancock was well enough to take his seat in the convention. On Thursday he brought forward the proposition for adopting...
GLC02437.03793
13 February 1788
Later copy. A note at the top of page one states, "Recd from Mr. Bancroft Feb 1857." Knox reports, "The new constitution was adopted in Massachusetts on the 6th instant by a majority of 19. The whole present 355- 187 for it- 168 against it. The...
GLC02437.03794
26 December 1788
to Walter Livingston
Writes, "I thank you for your kind letter of this evening - I accept with pleasure for the next year from the 7th of May yr house now occupied for public offices on the terms you propose to wit L260 specie pr annum, and the current taxes."
GLC02437.04061
[Rental agreement between Henry Knox and Walter Livingston]
Unsigned, and addressee unlisted. Author may be Walter Livingston, writing about himself in the third person. Addressee may be Henry Knox; see his response at GLC02437.04061. Writes, "Mr. Walter Livingston cannot permit general Knox to be...
GLC02437.04062
19 June 1789
McLane, Daniel, fl. 1789
Tells Knox he would like to re-enter the army if there is an opportunity to serve. Would like to command in the artillery or in any other position. Left the army with a rank of Captain and would be happy to start there again.
GLC02437.04248
24 September 1789
Littlefield, William, fl. 1789
Asks Knox to take an enclosed letter (not present) to the President, but asks him to read it first to ensure its propriety. Comments that he believes Rhode Island will soon become part of the "Federal Body," and therefore is applying to the...
GLC02437.04363
8 October 1789
Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797
to unknown
Writes, "[m]y absence from Town will apologize for my drawing on you, for two Quarters Home Rent, which will become due on the first of next month." Asks that he pay a draft of £130 sterling, and provides a date and location for payment. Noted as...
GLC02437.04382
October 23, 1789
to Daniel Little
Discusses his business with the patent and his interest in the welfare of the inhabitants. Asks for his opinion in finding gainful and appropriate employment for the settlers. Particularly asks for suggestions on the employment of a minister, and...
GLC02437.04394
1 February 1790
Asks Knox if he will be engaging the house where he is presently staying, for the coming year. Informs Knox of the change in rent and his reasons for the increase.
GLC02437.04494
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