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3 October 1783
Bushnell, David, 1740-1826
[Weekly return for the corps of Sappers and Miners]
Lists men by status, rank and file. Written at Constitution Island.
GLC02437.02612
15 August 1786
Pemberton, Robert, ?-1788
to Henry Knox
Written from the "War Office," which apparently was in New York City during this period. Pemberton, a staff member of Knox's at the War Office, relates several matters of business for Knox while he is away in Boston. Has included various documents...
GLC02437.03292
17 August 1786
Written from the "War Office," which was likely in New York City during this period. Pemberton, apparently a staff member of Knox's at the War Office, relates several matters of business for Knox while he is away in Boston. Writes that he was so...
GLC02437.03293
22 August 1786
Written from the "War Office," likely located in New York City during this period. Has received another letter from Mr [Samuel] Hodgdon "on the subject of money for the waggoners," so applied to Mr [Samuel] Osgood, who suggested they apply to the...
GLC02437.03295
14 June 1788
Moore, Thomas Lambert, 1758-1799
to Lucy Knox
Updates Lucy on the progress of her son, Henry. Writes, "Master Henry's advances in the Latin are such as I hope will please you sufficiently... His mind appears strong, and his judgment solid- his ideas are lively and his memory sufficiently...
GLC02437.03893
14 February 1789
Ogden, Samuel, 1746-1810
Has enclosed money which he hopes Knox will send to England at his first opportunity. Refers to Mr. [possibly Joseph] Compson's letter authorizing him to draw on the money, and hopes Knox will remind Mr. [James] Webber to include the letter of...
GLC02437.04114
3 March 1789
Writes a letter of introduction for the bearer, Mr. [Henry] Wynkoop, one of the Pennsylvania representatives to the new Congress, who will be spending time in New York. Recommends him as an acquaintance who will "meet your esteem & civility." He...
GLC02437.04133
23 March 1789
Discusses an order for iron from Mr. Parkman for [Samuel] Shaw's ship and comments that he needs to acquire more iron "of the first quality." Asks if Knox can find out for him where he might get some. Also asks some questions about Congress....
GLC02437.04154
3 April 1789
Encloses an excerpt of a letter written to him by Mr. [Samuel] Parkman, respecting iron wanted for Mr. [Samuel] Shaw and Mr. [Thomas] Randall. The letter also discusses the dimensions and quantity of iron desired. Ogden writes, "My wish, nay my...
GLC02437.04165
9 April 1789
Writes, "I have the happiness to tell you that Mrs. Ogden is safely in Bed with a sweet little Girl." Adds that Mrs. Ogden would like Mrs. Knox to select a name for the child. Also mentions that he will receive information tomorrow about their...
GLC02437.04172
26 May 1789
Writes, "We very much lament the occasion which hurryed you by us with out giving us a call, we hope to hear of the recovery of your Child without injury having happened to so precious a member as its Eye." He and his wife look forward to an...
GLC02437.04221
13 July 1789
Has only just received his letter, so sent a Jacob Tuthill to Booneton [Boonton, NJ] as quickly as possible to make sure Knox got the necessary paperwork on time (likely referring to paperwork Knox asked for regarding Ogden's business with James...
GLC02437.04279
5 November 1789
Notes that he should have replied sooner to Knox's last letter, but wanted to consult [Gouverneur] Morris (Ogden's brother-in-law) first. Laments the poor state of their funds. Notes that Mrs. Ogden is ill. Written at Delaware Works, located in what...
GLC02437.04405
21 March 1791
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Joseph Peirce
Writes a detailed letter to Peirce dealing with Thomas Flucker's estate, the Waldo Patent, land deals, and other financial matters. Encloses a letter (not included) to Captain [Thomas] Vose and Mr. [David] Fales regarding advertisements for the sale...
GLC02437.04886
8 May 1791
Hopes that Peirce sent Captain Vose "duplicates and copies." If there are any problems regarding the sale of his land, Knox expects Peirce to take care of it.
GLC02437.04940
31 May 1791
Written by Secretary of War Knox to his agent in Boston, Joseph Peirce. Encloses documents related to the Waldo patent, including Samuel Waldo's original deed (not present). Is sending them via his friend General [Henry] Jackson. Refers to various...
GLC02437.04965
23 June 1791
References Peirce's letters of 14 and 16 June. Consider the importance of the deeds he asks them to be "drawn up in a masterly manner." Tells him to employ who is necessary to get this done. Expects to learn about the sale of the estate on...
GLC02437.05021
2 July 1791
Written by Secretary of War Knox to Peirce, his agent in Boston. References Peirce's letter of 23 June that enclosed the draft of the deeds. Reports that he had the one from Peirce copied and executed, and the one for Oliver Smith drawn upon...
GLC02437.05047
21 July 1791
References a letter from Peirce but does not provide a date. Encloses a summary of his accounts as Peirce requested. Gives what information he can, but says his papers are divided between the town and the country. Claims he took no receipts of...
GLC02437.05078
31 December 1792
Writes concerning debts to the Flucker estate.
GLC02437.05764
28 December 1793
Provides Peirce with a list of arguments to use against the 10 proprietors who are bringing a suit against him. Mentions lack of state surveys and irregularities of former sales. Says "It is a matter of some consequence to ascertain whether the 10...
GLC02437.06008
5 July 1794
Discusses land deals with the settlers. Believes he will be able to settle with all the settlers, except for those in Waldoboro, Maine. Comments the Waldoboro settlers seem to be with a bad influence. Mentions about possibly being friend and...
GLC02437.06134
29 September 1794
Discusses land deals which appear to involve Mrs. [Sarah Lyons?] Flucker. Requests Peirce to deliver the proceeds of the estate to Henry Jackson.
GLC02437.06212
3 November 1794
Peirce, Joseph, 1745-1828
Discusses land deals and mortgages. Mentions a piece of land being offered to Knox for $2,250. Notes he believes the price is high and recommends Knox offers $1000. Says he has been ill and confined to the house but it is election day and he...
GLC02437.06234
5 November 1794
Informs Knox he paid William Griffin for 30 sheep and grass seeds. Notes he also furnished Griffin with materials to finish Knox's house on Brigadiers Island, present day Sears Island, Maine. Discusses the election and comments it was magnificent....
GLC02437.06237
9 November 1794
Discusses land and the possibility of it recovering. Notes a gentleman who is familiar with the "circumstances of them (land)" and believes it may be recovering. Encloses ( not included) the gentleman's letter and states he needs an answer from Knox.
GLC02437.06240
11 November 1794
to Joseph Peirce [incomplete]
Writes, "When I saw Colonel Walker in New York, which was in the street he informed me that[.]" Part of the letter appears to be missing, although the letter does not appear torn or damaged. Possibly the beginning of a draft. Brief note in the...
GLC02437.06241
20 November 1794
Informs Knox that Mrs. [Lucy?] Flucker's creditors have agreed to accept Knox's offer. Discusses land negotiations. Notes the lowest he was able to get for a particular piece of property was $1700. Marked as private on the address leaf.
GLC02437.06245
24 November 1794
Discusses legal difficulties involving land deals. Mentions having difficulties finding the original mortgages and/or deeds. Notes the courts are not wanting to accept copies. Appears to have negotiated some land for Knox in the sum of $1500. Marked...
GLC02437.06254
6 December 1794
Mentions he enclosed (not included) a draft for $1500 from the Bank of the United States. Inquires about the total sum of [Mr.?] Flucker's debts. Knox is possibly referring to Thomas Flucker's estate. Mentions Isaac Winslow's mother received some...
GLC02437.06269
17 December 1794
Informs Knox that due to a string of difficulties he was not able to close the deal with the Brinleys until today. Notes he paid the Brinleys and now has the deed. Also mentions he is sending Knox a pair of does, a buck, some rabbits, and some oats...
GLC02437.06276
22 December 1794
Informs Knox he received the case of marble and has shipped it off along with some rabbits. Discusses the sum of money owed to Mr. [possibly John] Smith. Also mentions some undisclosed business being completed with the Brinleys and the continuance of...
GLC02437.06280
25 December 1794
Discusses land deals involving the Winslows, Fluckers, and Knox. Appears that land was jointly owned by the Winslows and Fluckers and Knox may be entitled to a claim from when the land was sold. Marked as private on the address leaf.
GLC02437.06282
28 December 1794
Informs Knox it may be too late in the season to procure the quantity of poultry Knox had wanted. Notes he will procure the deer in June and advises Knox to have his park fixed before their arrival. Describes the quantity and type of land the deer...
GLC02437.06286
26 January 1795
Discusses an undisclosed business matter and land deals located in the Eastern lands. Appears the Committee wants Knox to make an offer on some land.
GLC02437.06327
31 January 1795
Informs Peirce that he will not be able to be in Boston during the session of the legislature as planned. Will forward a memorial to be presented to the legislature about the towns in the Waldo Patent. Letterpress copy.
GLC02437.06333
2 February 1795
Discusses financial business and expresses his wish that Knox be in Boston as he had planned, stressing the importance of his presence due to financial interests. Mentions a plan to buy poultry.
GLC02437.06337
16 February 1795
Discusses a legislative session relating to the Waldo patent lands. Mentions that the Petition of Waldoboro of 1785 involving the German settlers was brought up again.
GLC02437.06355
21 February 1795
Discusses business in relation to towns in the Waldo Patent.
GLC02437.06358
23 February 1795
Discusses the rulings of the committee regarding land transactions.
GLC02437.06360
19 March 1795
Updates Knox on the progress of the Committee and discusses various land deeds. Notes the petitions can no longer be called upon from year to year.
GLC02437.06373
23 March 1795
Updates Knox on various business matters and land deeds. Says they are still waiting for a vessel to arrive and fears it may have been overtaken by the last storm and that Mr. Robinson may have been on the vessel. Asks Knox to bring him his...
GLC02437.06376
26 March 1795
Discusses land business in Maine. Says he sent him a copy of "Sullivans History of Maine."
GLC02437.06377
2 April 1795
Discusses the arrival of guests and the preparations made for them.
GLC02437.06381
13 April 1795
Discusses some sort of business and mentions an assignment.
GLC02437.06386
20 April 1795
Discusses a ship and mentions a purchase.
GLC02437.06397
24 June 1795
Forwards a letter and sends one of four glasses that Lucy Knox had asked him to buy.
GLC02437.06450
6 July 1795
Forwards Knox articles noted in a list on the bottom half of the page.
GLC02437.06457
17 August 1795
Discusses a variety of topics, including windows for a house, land and property and land shares. Asks Knox if he gets newspapers on a regular basis and includes a list of items and their costs.
GLC02437.06493
8-9 September 1795
Discusses financial matters, dealing with drafts and payments. Includes a list of names and amounts.
GLC02437.06521
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