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31 May 1801
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Charles Vaughan
Appears to discuss a land agreement made between Henry Knox, Charles Vaughan, Thomas Winthrop, and George Ulmer.
GLC02437.07536
5 January 1800
to unknown
Knox writes that from William Sullivan he has heard that "Winthrop, and MacKay say they are not concerned respecting my plea of usery...." Knox says that they must all use the same defense "at least to induce the enemy to compromise." Knox mentions...
GLC02437.07352
13 February 1781
to George Washington
Knox's analysis and recommendations to Washington on the military situation for the next campaign, in terms of artillery and ammunitions supply and other military stores. Knox's working draft. Closing and signature are in the hand of Samuel Shaw.
GLC02437.00886
3 July 1799
to William S. Shaw
Knox writes Shaw, secretary to President Adams, requesting that his son Henry, a lieutenant in the Navy, be assigned to the Frigate Constitution. Knox reminds Shaw that Knox already objected "verbally" to his son being assigned to the Boston. He has...
GLC02437.07278
19 November 1805
[Financial agreement]
Declares that Knox is bound to Israel Thorndike and William Prescott for the sum of thirty thousand dollars. Also includes information on lands Knox owns, possibly included as collateral in case of his inability to pay.
GLC02437.07985
17 July 1794
[Bond] [incomplete]
Bond between Henry Knox and Joseph Anthony for a payment. Date previously inferred, written in pencil.
GLC02437.09956
26 December 1803
to John Harkness
Unsigned, but handwriting suggests the author is Henry Knox. Discusses surveys for lands in Maine.
GLC02437.07839
11 August 1790
to Samuel Blair
Secretary of War Knox confirms receipt of a letter Blair sent him on 6 August. Knox informs him he will "promote your views" but believes that now is not the best time to "agitate the point." Instead, will save the issue for the "next session when...
GLC02437.04685
14 April 1783
to David Humphreys
Writes in response to Thomas Coffin's letter to Knox (see GLC02437.02075). Knox vouches for Coffin's good character and asks Humphreys if Washington will give Coffin a pass to visit his family in Boston. Notes that John Hancock has given permission...
GLC02437.02087
24 October 1800
to George Ulmer
Description of Knox's land settlement program, he defends and explains his legal and almost moral right to his Maine Lands. Reminds Ulmer of the surveyors who were attacked on land that he and his family has legally owned since 1629. Knox insists...
GLC02437.07479
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