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2 September 1794
Cobb, David, 1748-1830
to unknown
An estimate of labor and materials needed to complete the frame of a house on Brigadiers Island, Maine (present day Sears Island).
GLC02437.06192
8 September 1794
Barrett, Amos, fl. 1794
[Agreement for survey work]
An agreement made by Amos Barrett and James Malcom regarding survey work for Henry Knox and Charles Barrett. The agreement states which areas will be explored and surveyed to determine the placement of a 100 foot road. The road will run from the...
GLC02437.06197
Ames, Fisher, 1758-1808
to Henry Knox
Recommends Captain Moses Wallah for an appointment to command in the national service of the military line. Lists Wallah's accomplishments, including the militia he raised in Boston, Massachusetts.
GLC02437.06199
13 September 1794
Brooks, John, 1752-1825
Recommends a captain for a position in the national army. Notes the gentleman has distinguished himself as an officer and is currently in the Boston, Massachusetts regiment of militia.
GLC02437.06207
27 December 1794
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Messrs. Brown and Francis
Discusses sheep he had previously inquired about. Requests they obtain two rams, four or six ewes, and to carefully ship them to Joseph Peirce.
GLC02437.06285
7 July 1794
[Henry Knox's account with Mr. Burton]
A detailed listing of Henry Knox's account with Mr. William Burton. Lists amounts billed, paid, and still owing. The account might for Knox's brother, William Knox. Date was added at a later date in pen and pencil. A note at bottom of the letter...
GLC02437.06297
15 January 1795
to Joseph Anthony
Discusses a business transaction involving himself, [Joseph] Anthony, [Thomas] Randall, and Mr. [William] Crammond. Says Randall has requested Knox pay $12,000 (likely a debt Knox owed to Randall) to Mr. Crammond. Appears Randall and possibly...
GLC02437.06307
20 January 1795
[An agreement between Henry Knox, William Bingham, and Joseph Anthony]
Appears to be a draft of an agreement between Henry Knox, William Bingham, and Joseph Anthony and his firm. The agreement possibly involves lands in Maine and the sale prices of the lands. Date was added later in pen but appears to be taken from...
GLC02437.06313
24 February 1795
Adams, Jonathan, fl. 1793-1795
Congratulates Knox on his resignation from the position of Secretary at War and offers his services for any position that Knox might want him to help with.
GLC02437.06361
27 February 1795
Bingham, William, 1752-1804
Forwards Knox a plan of association and asks for his opinion about it.
GLC02437.06362
3 March 1795
to William Bingham
Discusses finances. Date from docket.
GLC02437.06365
7 March 1795
[Articles of Agreement between William Bingham and David Cobb]
An agreement made between Bingham and Cobb for "several large and valuable tracts of Land in Sundry parts of the district Main" of Bingham's land. Cobb is named agent and superintendent of the land and agrees to reside on the land where he can...
GLC02437.06368
25 April 1795
Asks Knox if he has received any letters from Henry Jackson as he is waiting for a reply from him.
GLC02437.06402
2 May 1795
Clough, John, fl. 1795
Asks for a bond. Upper left portion of the page is clipped.
GLC02437.06406
5 May 1795
Discusses the sale of shares and land business. Asks that Knox make enquiries in New York and expresses regret for not forwarding him copies of some documents.
GLC02437.06409
11 May 1795
Boudinot, Elias, 1740-1821
Asks Knox to settle an issue regarding diplomas of the Society of the Cincinnati, specifically for the one in New Jersey. Noted as written at Rosehill.
GLC02437.06413
27 June 1795
[Statement for the survey of land]
First part is a statement where John Harkness and James Malcolm swear to perform their duties as surveyors to the best of their ability. Second part states that Mason Wheaton served as a witness to Harkness and Malcolm's oath. Noted as written on...
GLC02437.06432
3 June 1795
Discusses business related to an upcoming trip of Knox's to Maine. Also informs Bingham that he hopes to be in Boston soon. Last page may or may not be a continuation of the first two and is noted as written to Bingham.
GLC02437.06434
June 4, 1795
Discusses their business relating to the Maine lands
GLC02437.06435
15 June 1795
Writes that he is happy to hear that Knox has arrived as far as Boston, Massachusetts safely and discusses business. Free frank signed by William Bingham.
GLC02437.06441
Informs Knox about the events in the Senate and a treaty. as well as other business matters. Free frank signed by William Bingham.
GLC02437.06452
2 July 1795
to Samuel Adams
Writes a recommendation for David Fales to Adams as the governor of Massachusetts, for the position of Justice of the Peace.
GLC02437.06455
7 July 1795
Steele, Robert, fl. 1795
Asks Knox about his intentions regarding a certain tract of land and if there would be any compensation for settlers on that land.
GLC02437.06460
10 July 1795
Expresses his happiness in hearing that Knox and his family have arrived in Thomaston, Maine safely. Mentions going away himself and discusses finances in regards to property and the settlement of various areas of the country.
GLC02437.06465
17 July 1795
Discusses financial problems with making payments.
GLC02437.06467
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