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13 June 1799
Sheafe, Jacob, fl. 1745-1829
to Henry Knox
Sheafe encloses bills for the planks and informs Knox of other balances and payments regarding his planks. He also tells Knox that he does not need more shipped.
GLC02437.07273
3 July 1799
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to William S. Shaw
Knox writes Shaw, secretary to President Adams, requesting that his son Henry, a lieutenant in the Navy, be assigned to the Frigate Constitution. Knox reminds Shaw that Knox already objected "verbally" to his son being assigned to the Boston. He has...
GLC02437.07278
8 August 1799
Naval agent Sheafe tells Knox that next Thursday "is the day fixed on to launch the United States Ship Congress" (one of the original six frigates of the U.S. Navy). Sheafe will gladly be at Portsmouth to meet Knox if he can present on that day.
GLC02437.07293
25 February 1783
Von Steuben, Friedrich Wilhelm Ludolf Gerhard Augustin, 1730-1794
Written by Major General von Steuben to Major General Knox. Reports that "In all proba[b]ility the Peace is signed." Says "At present all our lost Battles are turned to Victories. Great Britain acknowledges our Independence, may other nations...
GLC02437.01952
19 May 1783
to Ebenezer Sprout
Written by Major General Knox to Colonel Sprout. References Sprout's letter of 19 May. This letter told of the "extraordinary conduct of Mr. Honniwell" Knox says "Such conduct may renew again all the horrors of War." "Mr. Honniwell" refers to Israel...
GLC02437.02125
10 September 1790
Stewart, Walter, 1756-1796
Stewart writes Knox to say he has been unsuccessful in finding accommodations for Knox in Philadelphia. He suggests one place he used to own that might do for the winter. Stewart says he is leaving his current accommodations to make room for George...
GLC02437.04725
12 August 1794
Stagg, John, Jr., 1758-1803
Informs Knox he ordered two more subalterns to depart immediately. Mentions the "insurgents continue their outrages in that quarter - They have burnt the barn of Major [Abraham] Kilpatrick, with a large quantity of grain, hay, &c." Reports on the...
GLC02437.06163
28 April 1782
Steuben, Friedrich Wilhelm Ludolf Gerhard Augustin, Baron von, 1730-1794
to Henry Knox [in French]
Mostly written in French, introducing Brigadier General Le Comte De Bennofsky , of the French Army. Short paragraph in English reads: "Lt. Philips is taken. A Treaty of diffensiv & offensiv alliance signed between France & Holland. Huza my friend...
GLC02437.01397
21 February 1784
to Baron von Steuben
Refers to a recent letter from Steuben transmitting papers from General [Jethro] Sumner of North Carolina. Discusses matters pertaining to the Society of the Cincinnati, referring to an upcoming meeting in May at Philadelphia. Writes that many...
GLC02437.02961
12 December 1787
to [Adam Stephen?]
Addressed to General Stephens. Possibly to General Adam Stephen, whose name is often misspelled Stephens. Discusses Indian policy, stating "[t]he affairs of the Cherokee Indians are peculiarly perplexed, and require a stronger arm to put them into a...
GLC02437.03724
2 November 1788
Stagg fills in for William Knox at the War Office (William was conducting War Office business in Henry's absence and is indisposed due to illness). Notes that William is too sick to answer correspondence. Reports that [John] Pratt, who was ordered...
GLC02437.04023
11 June 1789
Stevens, Ebenezer, 1751-1823
Author listed as Mr. Stevens; research suggests it might be Ebenezer Stevens (1751-1823) though his first name is not listed on the document. Requests pay for the President's barge.
GLC02437.04238
8 October 1792
Sterrett, Rebbeca, 1771-1813
Asks Knox for his assistance in obtaining an appointment for her husband, Mr. Samuel Sterett, in the office of Collector for the port of Baltimore, Maryland. Explains and apologizes that her husband cannot ask personally. States that should he...
GLC02437.05648
30 August 1794
Reports on the progress of the militia build-up in various states (likely part of the Whiskey Rebellion). Notes the affairs in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania remain doubtful. Informs Knox of the death of a gentleman. Refers to a proclamation by Governor...
GLC02437.06191
6 September 1794
Informs Knox the results from the general meeting at Redstone in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania have not come back yet. Encloses newspapers (not included) that notes Governor [John Graves] Simcoe's "singular conduct." Reports on the progress of the...
GLC02437.06194
11 September 1794
Reports the militia has been ordered to march immediately. Notes Pennsylvania did not make their quota. Describes a "firm and energetic" speech the governor of Pennsylvania gave to all the officers. Writes, "The seeds of sedition are scattered over...
GLC02437.06202
15 September 1794
Informs Knox the commissioners have returned but a decision has not been reached. Notes that the "deluded people, it appears, are bent on destruction." Mentions more citizens are stepping forth and enrolling in the militia. Also notes the governor's...
GLC02437.06208
2 October 1794
A note informing Knox he has enclosed this morning's paper which contains the official account of General [Anthony] Wayne's success (likely referring to Wayne's victory at the Battle of Fallen Timbers on 20 August 1794). "Free" stamped on address...
GLC02437.06214
26 September 1797
Sprague, John, fl. 1797-1800
Apologizes and explains that he was absent from court and therefore unable to tend to Knox's business. Noted as written in Lancaster, though the state is unknown.
GLC02437.07034
31 October 1804
Stebbins, Josiah, 1766-1823
Written from "New Milford," which was renamed Alna, Maine. Writes to inform Knox, as a member of the Board of Council, that he has recommended to Governor [Caleb] Strong that a Justice of the Peace be appointed to his region, and that he has...
GLC02437.07891
6 June 1789
Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820
Writes via their mutual friend, General [Rufus] Putnam, but unfortunately has no news to report from the Western territories. Discusses his pleasure at the commencement of the new government, especially at the fact that "our Cincinnatus has been...
GLC02437.04234
20 August 1789
Received his recent letter and hopes that Knox's child is restored to health. Is overjoyed to hear of the President's recovery; feels his death might have caused dramatic instability. Discusses his interest in the "doings of Congress," especially...
GLC02437.04332
15 September 1791
St. Clair, Arthur, 1734-1818
References a letter he wrote Knox from Lexington on 4 September. Encloses a duplicate of that letter here (not included). Says all the troops he is supposed to have arrived on 9, 10, and 12 September, except the Kentucky militia. Has received Knox's...
GLC02437.05157
18 September 1791
Reports that he was able to advise Knox of the arrival of General Richard Butler and the last contingent of troops. Says the Kentucky militiamen are expected on 25 September. Will probably move from the camp on the Great Miami River on or before the...
GLC02437.05161
2 January 1792
Written from Fort Washington, at present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Asks Knox to attend to the accompanying letters, which outline confrontations between General [Arthur] St. Clair and Indians in the frontier, specifically in Kentucky. Wishes he had...
GLC02437.05285
6 January 1792
Written from Fort Washington, at present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Received his recent letter, and touches on financial matters. Mentions that he heard that the President intends to eliminate the position of Adjutant General of the Army (his current...
GLC02437.05287
10 March 1792
Written from Fort Washington, in present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Comments on and defends his ability to perform his duties under General [Arthur] St. Clair. Also touches on his abilities to use military forces to protect areas in the Northwest...
GLC02437.05344
1 June 1792
Written from Fort Washington, present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Mentions that he successfully completed some experiments Knox suggested he perform (on artillery). Discusses the upcoming appointment of a new Adjutant General, and the qualifications...
GLC02437.05486
24 April 1793
to Arthur St. Clair
Later copy made from the original in November 1856. Reports that President George Washington directed him to inform St. Clair that proposed treaty negotiations between the U.S. and the hostile Indians north of the Ohio River is to take place at...
GLC02437.05876
30 December 1786
Delivered to the governor a note that Knox wrote in his favor. Would like very much to be in the army, but if there is no possibility of that, will "in good Earnest set about making my arrangements for evacuating altogether this Country in Favor of...
GLC02437.03394
10 January 1787
to Winthrop Sargent
Is anxious for Sargent to enter the military establishment "in a manner agreable [sic] to your feelings," and if it was entirely up to him, Knox might create a special position just for him. Relates that Congress has directed a legionary corps to be...
GLC02437.03413
30 January 1787
Thanks him for his letters. Never doubted Knox's good wishes toward him, or his desire to promote Sargent's military achievements. Is acutely aware of Knox's responsibilities and does not want to put him in an embarrassing position because of his...
GLC02437.03432
10 March 1787
Discusses his "motives for addressing the Plan of surveys... to the Board of Treasury - " Does not think his ideas about surveys will be accepted, but states that he has the public in mind. Mentions funding proposals for surveying lands in Ohio and...
GLC02437.03487
6 May 1787
Mentions he still has not been reimbursed for his expenses from last year. Discusses relations with the Native Americans, stating he is glad that "the surveys will soon be continued & that the Indians are peaceably inclined." Writes, "that as the...
GLC02437.03544
2 September 1787
Sargent sends the proceedings of a meeting of Ohio Company agents that took place 29 August (refer to GLC02437.03648). Notes that keeping part of their purchase "out of sight" had enhanced the value of the first [1000] shares. Offers Knox his...
GLC02437.03651
17 December 1787
Forwards letters regarding the Ohio Company accounts. Writes that he has heard General Armstrong resigned from his position as a judge of the Federal Territories. Asks that if this is true, Knox put in a good word for "my friend Mr [Manasseh]...
GLC02437.03729
12 January 1788
Congratulations Knox on the birth of son. Mentions their "friend Platt" noting, "It appears to me that we have not placed any 'Bars in the way of military Associators' & that soldiers would find it very much to their interests to take their Lands...
GLC02437.03757
3 February 1788
Sands, Comfort, 1748-1834
Sands reports that he has just returned from the New York Legislature, and that Mr. [Egbert] Benson has asked him to relay that both branches agreed to hold a convention to decide on ratification of the United States Constitution. The convention is...
GLC02437.03779
Expresses his regret that Knox has rheumatism. Expects that Massachusetts will adopt the Constitution. Discusses several delegates who advocated its adoption. Mentions [John] Hancock's publication in the [Massachusetts] Centinel 2 February 1788...
GLC02437.03783
6 February 1788
Relates that Massachusetts ratified the Constitution of the United States by a majority of twenty-one. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.
GLC02437.03789
17 February 1788
Encloses a letter to be forwarded to General [Arthur] St. Clair. Had assumed he would meet St. Clair in New York and that an Indian treaty would be negotiated by St. Clair in April. Plans to remain in Boston until the meeting of the Ohio Company...
GLC02437.03799
3 July 1788
Marked private at the top of page one. Declares, "I rejoice my dear sir in having the pleasure of congratulating you on the adoption of the Constitution by ten states. In Virginia, the business has been highly interesting and critical, and finally...
GLC02437.03926
17 July 1788
Sargent writes, "the adoption of the Constitution by Virginia & New Hamshire [sic] is a Circumstance of very high Gratification to all your Friends in this Western World- I am unhappy that you should seem to suspect me of Inattention to you since my...
GLC02437.03937
15 August 1788
Discusses matters related to the Ohio Company settlement at Marietta, including the possibility of defense against Native American attacks. Intended to send Knox a plan of Marietta, but was unable to draw one due to his injured or afflicted hand....
GLC02437.03962
20 October 1788
Sargent, Secretary of the Northwest Territory, discusses progress of the settlers and negotiations with Native Americans in the Territory including Joseph Brant. Writes, "We can not as yet, tis true, boast of very much Cultivation or Improvement, for...
GLC02437.04007
8 January 1789
Thanks him for his recent letter and the information contained therein. Reports that the Governor, aware of Knox's interest in Indian affairs, will soon write him a note on the negotiations for a treaty with the Indians. Provides some information...
GLC02437.04079
14 January 1789
Writes that the death of a prominent judge will leave an opening for General [Rufus] Putnam and Mr. [possibly Manasseh] Cutler as candidates for office in the region. Comments that both men are high in his estimation and their merits entitle them to...
GLC02437.04092
16 March 1789
Introduces the bearer, Mr. Tracey, who is in charge of a party that is founding a settlement fourteen miles from Marietta, Ohio. Discusses the emerging society in Ohio. Remarks on the geography of his region, including the location of the Muskingum...
GLC02437.04145
29 September 1789
Apparently sends condolences to the Knox family (likely regarding the recent death of one of Knox's children). Writes that he would be happy to receive a line from Knox and answer any questions Knox might have about Sargent's area of the country....
GLC02437.04369
7 December 1789
Replies to Knox's letter from 9 November (GLC02437.04410). Notes that Knox is correct in his observation that "Agriculture might afford me Satisfaction and profit..." Adds that presently, he is living beyond his means. Writes that the governor has...
GLC02437.04428
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