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20 February 1806
Ulmer, George, 1756-1825
to Henry Knox
Discusses the conflict in the town of Lincolnville [Maine] over which of two candidates should be appointed Justice of the Peace: Samuel Miller or Jonathan Fletcher.
GLC02437.08009
12 April 1806
Discusses his application to the governor for wages owed to a Captain Knowlton and his men, and a trip to Boston related to the issue.
GLC02437.08019
11 May 1806
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to George Ulmer
Only just received Ulmer's last letter from 12 April, and laments the delay. Discusses local politics, as well as business and land deals.
GLC02437.08025
circa 1784-1806
Discusses ponds and boats along with financial business. Writing is extremely faded, making it difficult to read.
GLC02437.08143
circa 1796
Discusses the transport of lumber and related business.
GLC02437.08215
2 March 1785
to John Ulmer
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Discusses the value of lands in the Waldo patent.
GLC02437.09119
12 December 1785
to unknown [incomplete]
Writes that after he received the addressee's letter, he wrote to his friend General [Henry] Jackson for advice. Relates the advice Jackson provided, which pertains to land and finances.
GLC02437.09143
29 August 1786
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Addressed to "Major & Captain Ulmer at Ducktrap." Previous research suggests the addressee is John Ulmer, though it could also include George Ulmer, as it seems to be addressed to more...
GLC02437.09156
29 September 1788
Most of the document is in Henry Knox's handwriting. Noted as a copy. Henry Knox, Samuel Winslow, and Isaac Winslow request Ulmer gather information on lands near Belfast, Maine. Provides instructions to Ulmer regarding land settlements and...
GLC02437.09195
23 August 1801
Discussing the surveying and defense of his lands in the Waldo patent. Hopes to visit some of his settlements to meet with the people, and has sent out men to meet with settlers in other towns, in effort to peaceably settle all issues regarding his...
GLC02437.09276
1 April 1795
to unknown
Letter is not signed but appears to be in Knox's handwriting. Discusses his disappointment with his son [likely Henry Jackson Knox]. Notes his friend [Henry] Jackson, informed Knox that his son "fell into the vilest of company male, and female, and...
GLC02437.09829
2 May 1795
Thanks the recipient for sending duplicate copies of a document and discusses business.
GLC02437.09988
31 August 1795
Discusses financial business.
GLC02437.09989
5 November 1788
to [Samuel Cooper Johonnot]
Writes in reply to a letter sent requesting assistance in obtaining a commission in the United States Army. States that "at present all vacancies are filled by the States..." and says it is unlikely more troops will be raised unless an Indian war...
GLC02437.10214
22 August 1793
Discusses the layout of his house. Comments that he "do[es] not think it too large - it has only [three ?] rooms on a floor. I want a comfortable house." States that Mrs. Lucy Knox wants a bigger house. Lists corrections for building. Mentions...
GLC02437.10276
10 May 1794
Discusses his trees and that he would like the recipient to "make some considerable addtions to them." Also mentions a conflict or disagreement with someone. Watermarked "J Watt & C Patent Copying/Sold by J Woodmason/London." Letterpress copy.
GLC02437.10298
4 May 1793
Discusses business and mentions forwarding letters. Ink is faded making it difficult to read.
GLC02437.10444
28 December 1783
Conveys information from Governor George Clinton of New York about enabling officers of the New York Levies to retire from service.
GLC02437.10575
14 October 1799
Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816
Letter perhaps from Tobias Lear, who wishes to "vend at the City of Washington, Alexandria and their neighbourhood-a very large quantity of lime and lumber as such prices as to nett a handsome profit...and thereby enable the purchase of flour for...
GLC02437.07316
15 June 1782
Van Rensselaer, Philip, 1747-1798
Writes, "I am requested by Col. Reid Commanding Officer of this Department to inform you that great part of the Continental Troops in this Quarter are Distitute of Cartridge Boxes, would therefore desire you to order at least 200 to this place....
GLC02437.01453
11 September 1782
Villefranche, Jean-Louis-Ambroise de Genton, chevalier de, 1747-1784
Writes, "A Capt. [possibly Jonathan] Lawrence of the Corps of Sappers is so unwell in sick quarters as to make it necessary for his servant (who is now in Camp) to be with him - beg therefore that your permission may be granted to send him off...
GLC02437.01599
16 September 1782
Writes, "the quarter master general has told me a few days since, that he could not furnish me with any Masons; untill the 20th of the present instant ; it also seems to me that he is not able to supply with lime and other essential articles, to...
GLC02437.01616
21 September 1782
Writes, "I herewith Transmit your honor a Return - agreeable to your request, hope and Doubt not but Will meet your approbation." Van Rensselaer signs as public storekeeper.
GLC02437.01622
1 December 1783
Upham, Joshua, 1741-1808
Expresses his regret on having to leave New York as he is leaving behind many friends, both Loyalists and Patriots, including Knox. Asks for and expects Knox's protection and attention for and to his friends and their families who remained in the...
GLC02437.02814
16 December 1783
Vose, Elijah, ?-1822
Recommends a fellow officer for discharge. Marked "granted" on address leaf.
GLC02437.02834
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