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15 September 1803
Andrews, Stephen, fl. 1803
to Henry Knox
Asks for help about a land deed conflict between him and a Mr. [possibly David] Fales or Fails, on or around the Waldo patent lands in Maine.
GLC02437.07821
22 September 1803
Blake, George, fl. 1803-1821
Writes that the bearer of the letter, Mr. Prescott, is a young lawyer who recently completed his study of law at Blake's firm. Prescott plans to travel eastward [perhaps to Maine] and Blake hopes Knox will help him settle in and introduce him to...
GLC02437.07824
3 October 1803
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Elijah Brigham, Dwight Foster and Kilborn Whitman
Location added later in pen. Writes to Brigham Foster and Whitman, all prominent jurists or Congressmen, in answer to their previous letter. Knox assures them that he still fully intends to submit to their decisions regarding the settler's rights...
GLC02437.07828
14 October 1803
Brigham, Elijah, 1751-1816
Brigham, Foster and Whitman, as Commissioners, have received Knox's letter. They will be happy to see Knox at Waldoborough on 18 October to hold a meeting.
GLC02437.07831
2 June 1804
Avery, John, 1739-1806
Writes that he was directed to inform Knox that both houses of the Legislature in Massachusetts have elected him to serve as "a Counsellor to advise the Governor in the executive part of Government the current year."
GLC02437.07858
22 June 1804
Carpenter, Benjamin, fl. 1804
Reports that a financial note Knox owes to Carpenter is located in the Salem bank. Discusses payment of the note.
GLC02437.07864
June 1804
Civis, fl. 1804
to Caleb Strong
Written by "Civis," likely a pen name. Has enclosed a memoir about the state militia (not present). Explains briefly about the letter's content. Adds that he wished to have a member of the military present the letter to Governor Strong, but found...
GLC02437.07867
9 July 1804
[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
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
Free frank stamped and signed by Mr. William Bingham. Discusses negotiations with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring and mentions related commerce in England.
GLC02437.06755
31 May 1796
[Agreement between Henry Knox and William Bell]
Witnessed and signed by Thomas C. Lowden. Agreement that Bell will hire, for Knox, a gardener from England named Thomas Roebuck, who will come work for Knox in America. Outlines Roebuck's terms, including wages for the first three years of...
GLC02437.06756
1 June 1796
Discusses business negotiations with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring. Briefly touches on matters relating to the legislature.
GLC02437.06760
3 June 1796
Discusses negotiations with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring as well as land sales and settlement. Also mentions commercial interests in Europe.
GLC02437.06762
6 June 1796
Discusses negotiations with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring, particularly the fact that Baring gave them an ultimatum on one of the terms. Also mentions arrangements with Mr. [Joseph] Anthony.
GLC02437.06765
8 June 1796
Comments on several business transactions, including a sum of money to be delivered to Mr. [Joseph] Anthony. Also touches on a trip apparently to be made by Bingham.
GLC02437.06767
11 June 1796
Free frank stamped as "free" and signed by Mr. William Bingham. Writes that he received Knox's letter and understands Knox is very disappointed about Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring's loan falling through. Will be seeing Captain [Joseph] Anthony...
GLC02437.06769
14 June 1796
Relates that Mr. [William] Bingham made financial arrangements for Anthony with Mr. [likely Thomas] Willing. Explains the details of the plan and is happy with this new arrangement.
GLC02437.06774
18 June 1796
Andrews, John, fl. 1796
[Receipt to Henry Knox]
Receipt of monies Knox paid to Samuel Breck for various items, including ten dollars owed to Breck, as well as for the use of one half a pew in Peters Church, Philadelphia. Extensive docket in Knox's hand on verso.
GLC02437.06775
20 June 1796
Reports on a dangerous and harrowing trip by boat to Rhode Island. Explains that he wrote to General [Henry] Jackson regarding lodging in Boston (see GLC02437.06776) because he thought Knox was no longer there. Briefly describes business...
GLC02437.06777
20 July 1796
Biddle, Clement, 1740-1814
Discusses financial accounts with Knox, including the purchase of stocks. Page two features a chart concerning Knox's accounts with Biddle.
GLC02437.06788
1 August 1796
Received Knox's letter, including the $8000 he enclosed. Has settled many of his accounts using the money. Provides details about his financial transactions, and asks for Knox's help with a negotiation involving Mr. [William] Bingham.
GLC02437.06794
29 August 1796
Bradford, Samuel, 1759-1818
Writes that he is very flattered to have been appointed by the President as Marshall of the district (presumably of Boston). Very much appreciates Knox's friendship and support, which helped him attain the position. Promises to conduct himself well...
GLC02437.06804
30 August 1796
Extensive docketing. Writes that he has before expressed gratitude for Anthony's help and expressed sadness when Anthony has been in financial distress. Is happy to be able to enclose to Anthony some financial help, apparently in the form of notes...
GLC02437.06805
31 August 1796
Discusses his party's journey from Knox's house to Portland, and relates his plans to leave the next day for Philadelphia. Explains that he has met many of the noted inhabitants of the Portland area, and they seem to be ignorant about the nature of...
GLC02437.06807
26 September 1796
Little, Joshua, fl. 1796
[Deposition of Captain Joshua Little and Lieutenant Samuel Carleton]
Written from "Lincoln County." Includes questions put to Little and Carleton, and their answers, about Samuel Ely's attempts to start an insurrection on Knox's land in Maine.
GLC02437.06827
14 October 1796
Writes that he did not reply until now to Knox's letter from August because he was traveling. The letter from Knox discussed a successful business transaction with Mr. Alexander Baring and the businessmen Willing & Francis. Invites Knox to Boston...
GLC02437.06839
21 October 1796
Gleason, John, fl. 1796-1811
[Report concerning Brigadier's Island]
Reports on conditions at Brigadier's Island, particularly regarding wood and lumber, livestock, and the possibility of building a canal. Mentions Mr. Zenas Lothrop and Captain [George] Ulmer.
GLC02437.06848
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