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9 July 1804
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
[Financial agreement with R.G. Amory]
Outlines a financial agreement in which Knox borrows money from R.G. [possibly Rufus G.] Amory. Includes information on repayment.
GLC02437.07870
5 October 1804
[Account with Benjamin Bussey]
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Discusses his financial accounts with Benjamin Bussey, Israel Thorndike, and Henry Jackson.
GLC02437.07884
November 1804
Proposal to Benjamin Bussey
Proposal to Benjamin Bussey of a financial arrangement between him and Knox.
GLC02437.07896
6 June 1805
to John Avery
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Addressed to the Secretary of the Commonwealth, who was John Avery. Writes, "I respectfully accept the honor conferred by the legislature electing me a member of the Council for advising...
GLC02437.07939
7 June 1805
Avery, John, 1739-1806
to Henry Knox
Writes to inform Knox that the Governor [Caleb Strong] requests Knox's presence in the Council Chamber as soon as convenient.
GLC02437.07940
8 July 1805
Bussey, Benjamin, 1757-1842
[Agreement between Henry Knox and Benjamin Bussey]
Agreement describing the sale of various towns and townships from Knox to Bussey. Agreement also states that Samuel Dutton and Charles Turner will be hired to survey of the lands. Signed by Knox and Bussey, as well as by Charles Davis as a witness.
GLC02437.07953
12 September 1805
Bradford, Alden, 1765-1843
Writes that since Knox has declined to be a candidate for state Congress in the next election, many reputable men in his district are supporting a Mr. Orchard Cook. Provides some of his qualifications, including that he is a Federalist, and asks...
GLC02437.07971
12 October 1805
Recommends John Merrick of Hallowell, Maine, for a Justice of the Peace commission. Also suggests Jonathan Ellis of Topsham for a Special Justice position. Explains their qualifications.
GLC02437.07974
30 November 1801
Holland, Park, 1752-1844
[Map of land]
Notes as a copy. A detailed hand drawn map of a plan for settlers' lots in Bangor, Maine. Shows rivers, creeks, and each lot is numbered. Docket notes, "Park Holland Esq [his] letter February 1802 - John Gleasons extract."
GLC02437.10605
12 May 1796
Beaumez, Sarah Lyons Flucker, fl. 1784-1801
Signature was clipped, but handwriting suggests the author is Sarah Lyons Flucker Beaumez, Knox's sister-in-law. Was unable to forward the power of attorney to Knox via Mr. [Christopher] Gore, who returned to Boston earlier than she expected....
GLC02437.06738
15 January 1797
to George Washington
Mentions the loss of two children and settling into his new home and the surrounding area. Also discusses Washington's retirement and the threat of war with France, "there will be no danger of the french attempting an invasion of our country. If...
GLC02437.06900
22 April 1796
to John Brown
Apologizes for not responding to a previous letter. Discusses the canal project Brown wrote to him about, declaring that canals are extremely useful, and while they are expensive to install, they benefit the community dramatically and will return a...
GLC02437.06714
23 April 1796
Anthony, Joseph, fl. 1792-1797
Writes that he received Knox's previous letters. Believes Knox is sincere in his desire to help him, but wishes he could say the same for Mr. Bingham, who continues to refuse to help him. Describes the course of action he plans to take to solve his...
GLC02437.06718
Bingham, William, 1752-1804
Discusses a variety of business matters, including negotiations with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring, Knox's and Bingham's debts, and how their money is faring in international markets.
GLC02437.06720
29 April 1796
Beaumez, M. de (Bon-Albert Briois), 1759-1809
Writes to express condolences at the deaths in Knox's family (likely Augusta Henrietta and Marcus Bingham- see GLC02437.06724). Adds that his wife (Knox's sister-in-law Sarah Lyons Flucker Beaumez) is so overcome with grief that she is presently...
GLC02437.06726
to Joseph Anthony
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Large portions of the letter are crossed out. Writes that he feels very strongly his obligation to Anthony. Briefly discusses financial arrangements, before reporting that his family has...
GLC02437.06727
2 May 1796
to William Bingham
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. The docket indicates this document is a portion of a letter to William Bingham. Discusses financial arrangements in great detail, including negotiations with Mr. [Alexander] Baring.
GLC02437.06728
4 May 1796
Sends his condolences on the loss of two of Knox's children and hopes the rest of his children do not fall ill. Reports that his own children have been sick but have fortunately recovered. Discusses financial matters.
GLC02437.06730
7 May 1796
Received Knox's recent letter, and was sad to learn of the deaths of two of Knox's children. Sends his condolences to Knox and his wife. Reports that he has staved of requests by their creditors for monies owed, by renewing their obligations using...
GLC02437.06735
Received Knox's recent letters and is happy to hear that Knox's child, who had been sick, has recovered and escaped the fate of two others who died of the same illness. Discusses business transactions, including negotiations with Mr. [Alexander]...
GLC02437.06737
16 May 1796
Free frank stamped as "free" above address and signed by Mr. Bingham. Is happy to learn Knox's sick child is out of danger. Hopes to be able to announce an offer by Mr. [Alexander] Baring very shortly to conclude their financial negotiations....
GLC02437.06740
19 May 1796
Free frank stamped as "free" above address and signed by Mr. Bingham. Encloses a bank note for Knox to use to get one of Bingham's land deeds out of escrow. Reports that General [Henry] Jackson's being out of town prevents them from concluding...
GLC02437.06745
24 May 1796
Free frank stamped as "free" above address and signed by Mr. Bingham. Writes that his last letter contained 3000 dollars in branch bank notes which he asked Knox to endorse to the treasurer to free a land deed from escrow (see GLC02437.06745)....
GLC02437.06749
25 May 1796
Comments extensively on business dealings with Bingham, General [David] Cobb, the estate of Mr. [Samuel] Shaw, and Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring.
GLC02437.06751
30 May 1796
to William Bingham [incomplete]
Unsigned, and possibly incomplete. Acknowledges receipt of Bingham's letter and the bank notes he enclosed. Discusses financial transactions with him and with General [David] Cobb. Touches briefly on his work with the legislature.
GLC02437.06754
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