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19 March 1792
Macomb, Alexander, 1748-1831
to Henry Knox
Asks that he and Mrs. Knox welcome into their acquaintance Captain Hale and Captain [Nizry] of Quebec, who are part of His Royal Highness Prince Edward's suite.
GLC02437.05365
6 April 1792
Morris, William Walton, ?-1832
Writes that he had long since resolved to devote his life to private business, and until now has been quite successful; however, due to the bankruptcy that has recently befallen New York City, he has suddenly found himself penniless. Takes solace in...
GLC02437.05405
28 August 1792
Morse, Jedediah, 1761-1826
Mentions a previous request he made to Knox for materials to supplement his book on the geography of the United States. Reminds Knox that at the time of the request, Knox responded that he had materials that might be useful, but was extremely busy...
GLC02437.05590
14 December 1792
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Robert Morris
Thanks Morris for forwarding a letter. Notes he was informed by Major Butler of Smellies upcoming departure to "Head Quarters" and the purpose of Smellies visit. Marked "private" on the docket.
GLC02437.05736
1 January 1793
Morris, William, fl. 1777-1793
Informs Knox he received his letter and will be sending a reply immediately.
GLC02437.05771
5 January 1793
Forwards Knox a report that he had requested via Mr. Théophile Cazenove.
GLC02437.05774
16 January 1794
Murray, Alexander, fl. 1754-1821
Note tells Knox he won the lottery with ticket number 3514 and his prize will be "3000 Acres of Land in Kentucky Bourbon Country, valued @ 3/6 the Deed of which Genl Knox will please to write to Major Perigrine Fitzhugh for."
GLC02437.06027
24 February 1794
to John Nazro
Has not considered Nazro's letter because "by law the mode of obtaining patents has been altered." Encloses the circumstances of the new law, which passed on 21 February. When he applies under the new law he will obtain his patent.
GLC02437.06050
20 May 1794
Niven, Daniel, 1742-1809
Describes the compensation Knox offered as not being equal to the loss he will sustain, however, says he will offer assistance for his country. Mentions performing repairs at Fort Potman and inquires if the redoubt should be performed first.
GLC02437.06102
28 August 1794
Moustier, Éléonor François Élie, marquis de, 1751-1817
to Henry Knox [in French]
Letter is in French.
GLC02437.06186
28 February 1795
Munn, Reuben, fl. 1792-1795
Asks Knox for assistance as he is suffering greatly economically.
GLC02437.06363
2 May 1795
to Alexander Murray
Asks Murray for assistance in obtaining a deed.
GLC02437.06404
7 March 1796
Malcom, James, fl. 1794-1806
Written from "Cushing," possibly in Maine. Writes to inform Knox of the results of a survey Knox hired him to perform. Discusses the survey of an unnamed river, and talks about possible dams and canals to be built. In a post-script, asks if Knox...
GLC02437.06657
23 March 1796
Provides Knox with an update on the survey of the river which Knox hired him to undertake. Explains how much he has completed so far, and provides estimates about the size of different ponds and the materials lining the bottom, such as gravel and...
GLC02437.06672
2 April 1796
to James Nesmith
Addressed to James Nesmith and several other parties, who are the town leaders of Ducktrap, Maine. Writes to express his relief that the Samuel Ely conspiracy was much more minor than initially expected. Extensive notes and calculations on third...
GLC02437.06688
22 April 1796
Asks Knox about a possible land deal with a Major Fitzhugh.
GLC02437.06716
5 March 1797
to Alexander Macomb
Discusses the price of land.
GLC02437.06923
6 March 1797
to Judith Sargent Murray
Written in the third person and signed in the text. Thanks Murray for her attentions and finds himself flattered by her compliments. States that he will sign the subscription paper. Date from docket.
GLC02437.06925
15 March 1797
Informs Knox that he sent copies of a document to the proper people and sends his condolences to Knox and his family, possibly due to the loss of a child.
GLC02437.06932
6 November 1798
to McPherson
Mentions the Society of the Cincinnati of South Carolina and a connection with France. Writing is faded and difficult to read.
GLC02437.07186
28 December 1798
to Samuel Nicholson
Knox writes Nicholson regarding "the circumstance of Mr. Russel and Mr. Amory" who left his ship (the Constitution) because they did not receive commissions. Knox has told them to return and be obedient, but also suggests to Nicholson that once they...
GLC02437.07215
27 June 1799
to William Vans Murray
Knox received Murray's letter of June 3, 1799. Knox tells Murray that the "legality principle of the Judges acting as Commissioners, will be decided by the Supreme Court August next." Then, Knox, believes, those recommended by the circuit courts...
GLC02437.07275
18 July 1799
to Thomas Motley
Knox had written Daniel Davis about advertising in Portland newspapers and in the town of Falmouth. He has not heard from Davis yet, so he turns to Motley to find out if Davis is in the act of doing the requested advertising or, if not, could Motley...
GLC02437.07288
5 May 1801
to Daniel Neal
Asks Neal to manage his land on the northern part of the Waldo patent in Hampden and Bangor, Maine. Describes what the job entails. Also requests Neal to attend to the settlers lots in Bangor.
GLC02437.07528
21 September 1801
Moulton, Jotham, 1771-?
Discusses a land deal between himself, John Miller, and Henry Knox. Appears Miller gave Moulton a mortgage deed for a lot of land which resides on Knox's patent as security for a debt he owed Moulton. Moulton now requests Knox gives him a deed for...
GLC02437.07619
31 August 1802
to James Malcom
Letter appears to be a copy. Appears to discuss land negotiations in Hampden, Maine. Mentions various land claims by the settlers and his desire to have Malcolm handle some business for him.
GLC02437.07749
2 June 1804
Motley, Thomas, fl. 1799-1804
Received his recent letter. Discusses issues of land ownership in Maine, as well as laws regarding the Flucker estate and inheritance.
GLC02437.07857
27 February 1806
Morton, N. Jr., fl. 1806
Writes in response to a letter from Knox. Reports that a Mr. John Borland created a petition to authorize fishing privileges for the town of Nobleborough and its environs, because of the significant presence of salmon, shad, and other fish....
GLC02437.08010
15 August 1806
Morton, Charlotte, 1787-1819
to Lucy Knox
Discusses Mrs. Knox's return to her home and family, though adds that she will be missed in Boston. Considers the nature of her friendships and is grateful for the true friendships she has had, including Mrs. Knox's. Reports on the travels of...
GLC02437.08036
10 October 1806
to James Malcom [incomplete]
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Invites Malcom to perform a survey of lands Knox sold to Mr. [Israel] Thorndike, Mr. Sears, and Mr. Prescot. Adds that a Mr. [Lothrop] Lewis will be performing a survey on behalf of...
GLC02437.08043
1794
Noailles, Louis Marie, vicomte de, 1756-1804
Introduces a Spanish gentleman to Knox, who wishes to volunteer in the American army in the Indian wars. Date previously inferred, written in pencil.
GLC02437.08186
circa 1785-1791
Macpherson, John, ?-1775
Thanks Knox for his kind considerations of all of his inventions and discusses pensions and his own service to the country. Claims he has been cheated by three powerful men, who then prevented him from publishing a pamphlet exposing them. Encloses...
GLC02437.08250
circa 1770-1806
Neville, Presby, 1756-?
Recommends a friend to Henry Knox and asks for Knox to help this friend in any way possible.
GLC02437.09924
1790
Norris, Jacob, fl. 1789-1790
Forwards a certificate from the auditors and discusses related financial matters. Date previously inferred, written in pencil.
GLC02437.09927
6 July 1791
Writes a letter of recommendation for a young gentleman, a W. Meyrick British officer of the 24th Regiment. Takes "the Liberty to request [Knox's] Civility towards him, and presume upon [Knox's] goodness to pardon [his] boldness, which however [he...
GLC02437.10232
16 October 1782
to Samuel Ogden
Has received Ogden's letter from yesterday asking him to meet at General [George] Washington's headquarters at eleven o'clock the next morning. Declares that he had already made his travel plans and he shall certainly be there by that time. He and...
GLC02437.01668
12 December 1782
to Jeremiah Olney
Asks Colonel Olney (possibly Jeremiah Olney of Rhode Island) to deliver a petition and address regarding soldiers' pay to General [Andrew] McDougall and Colonels [Samuel] Ogden and [John] Brooks, who will carry it to Congress in Philadelphia....
GLC02437.01740
30 December 1783
to Samuel Osgood
Knox writes to Osgood, a Continental Congressman. Thanks him for the "disinterested attention" he has paid Knox in several instances. Assures Osgood he prizes their friendship highly. Reports that George Washington has instructed him to dissolve...
GLC02437.02875
9 July 1782
Written by Major General Knox to Continental Congressman Osgood. Says the letter will be delivered by Major General Baron von Steuben. Says "I am certain you are well acquainted with the reputation of his abilities, and that it is been owing to him...
GLC02437.01480
17 September 1782
Osgood, Samuel, 1748-1813
Discusses recent resolutions of Congress which restructured the system of ranks and payments in the military. Considers whether pay grades should be linked directly to ranks, or whether people in each rank should be paid according to the way they...
GLC02437.01618
2 November 1782
Ollivier, fl. 1782
Written by a Captain Ollivier, first name not mentioned. Asks Knox to give the Commissary an order for victuals to deliver to a soldier in his company named Louis Belange, his "ordinary provisions, being at Fishkill."
GLC02437.01698
4 December 1782
Written by Osgood as a Continental Congressmen from Massachusetts to Major General Knox. References Knox's letter of 2 November. After reading it says he "began to repent that I had wrote you with Respect to the System for the Adjutant Genl...
GLC02437.01730
20 December 1782
Written by Major General Knox to Massachusetts Continental Congressman Osgood. This letter is a reply to Osgood's letter at GLC02437.01730. Says that his sentiments have caused "uneasiness" among the officers. Knox made sure the principal officers...
GLC02437.01752
22 December 1782
Olney, Jeremiah, 1749-1812
Written by Colonel Olney of the Rhode Island Regiment to Major General Knox. References Knox's letter of 12 December on the petition of the army on pensions to Congress. Says he has told his regiment about it and that it meets their approval. The...
GLC02437.01758
1 January 1783
Originally written and signed for Knox in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp, but now badly faded. Writes, "I this minute reviewed your favor of the 22 ult. with its enclosures. Major Shaw, my aide de camp, who was chosen Treasurer by the...
GLC02437.01785
2 March 1783
Parker, Daniel, 1782-1846
Informs Knox that they have "received information that Liquors have been sold to the Troops in the Garrison of W'Point, by our agents, in such manner as tends to the Disorder of that Garrison ... " States that they will attend to the matter and give...
GLC02437.01971
13 September 1783
Discusses finishing up some unnamed business.
GLC02437.02504
17 September 1783
Paine, Thomas, 1725-1802
Sends his respects to Knox. through a Mr. Darby , a former pupil of his from England.
GLC02437.02526
4 December 1783
Discusses a situation of a fellow officer, Colonel Michael Jackson, who intends to petition Congress regarding compensation for a wound he received in 1776 which is still causing him trouble. This letter is likely Knox's response to Jackson's 29...
GLC02437.02818
22 December 1783
Morris, Robert, 1734-1806
to Daniel Parker
Requests a meeting with Parker to arrange "for the future Supply of the Posts. I am now to request that you will cause the Issues of Provisions to be made until further Order and that you will come on hither that I may adjust the Means of future...
GLC02437.02848
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