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25 January 1795
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
to Henry Knox
Encloses a letter (not included) from Mr. [Leonard] Jarvis informing Jackson that Knox's request has not been determined by the Committee yet.
GLC02437.06326
23 March 1796
Malcom, James, fl. 1794-1806
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
23 December 1798
Gleason, John, fl. 1796-1811
John Gleason discusses with Knox the cargos of Brigs William and General Wayne. Gleason explains the arrangements he will make to access and pay for the cargo [of lumber].
GLC02437.07212
6 August 1789
Procter, Thomas, 1739-1806
Declares that he has not written to Knox in a long time. Writes that he served under Knox in the Artillery and believes Knox has a good opinion of him, so he would like to request an appointment under Knox in the Ordnance Department. Believes he...
GLC02437.04319
17 November 1789
Barrett, Samuel, 1739-1798
[to Henry Knox]
Asks the recipient, likely Knox, to pass an enclosure (not included) to George Washington. Hopes that Washington will consider him for the position of "collecting the Duties of Excise in case Congress, assuming the State Debts, shall see fit to form...
GLC02437.04416
1 April 1792
Writes that the letter will be handed to Knox by Captain John Hobby, who may need Knox's help in a redress of grievances against the United States government. Jackson declares that he believes Hobby would be a good candidate for the position of...
GLC02437.05391
11 July 1790
Discusses a meeting of the Society of the Cincinnati where they elected officials, most of whom were the same as the ones they had the year before. Lists the delegates, including Knox, who were chosen to attend the general meeting the following May...
GLC02437.04650
30 November 1788
Encloses a paper informing Knox of the nominations for Federal Representatives for [Suffolk] County: Lowell will go if chosen, Brooks has given up the idea, and [David] Cobb "will be the man without doubt." Delivered a letter to their friend "Ben,"...
GLC02437.04040
22 March 1796
Hodgdon, Samuel, 1745-1824
Discusses a recent negotiation he has been pursuing on behalf of Knox. Will forward a more complete statement about the negotiation soon. Will see Mr. [William] Bingham this morning and speak to him on the subject, but advises Knox to consult him...
GLC02437.06670
20 May 1798
Bingham, William, 1752-1804
Reminds Knox that the due date for the payment of a settlement to the state is approaching. Discusses a draft and money for Alexander Baring.
GLC02437.07132
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