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9 July 1801
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to George Ulmer
Appears to express disbelief over the events taking place between the settlers and the surveyors. Informs Ulmer he would like to wait a day or two and see what transpires.
GLC02437.07560
14 September 1801
Assures Ulmer there is sufficient evidence to prove the assembling of the insurgent. Notes they will need the witnesses testimony at the next Supreme Court hearing and requests Ulmer to summons them. Also believes the surveys ought to go forward.
GLC02437.07615
22 September 1801
Informs Ulmer the surveyors were apprehensive of an attack and have retreated. Says it is important for the surveyors to discover the insurgents identities or intentions. Also notes the importance of Ulmer attending court next Tuesday.
GLC02437.07620
circa 1784-1806
Discusses ponds and boats along with financial business. Writing is extremely faded, making it difficult to read.
GLC02437.08143
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
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
8 November 1789
to Thomas Vose
An extensive summary of details concerning the Waldo Patent. Includes financial information, instructions on selling the land to settlers, and instructions on the administration of the land.
GLC02437.04774
15 September 1791
Relates that this letter will be handed to Captain Vose by Messrs. Snow and Hall of Bridgewater who want to secure the lands toward the head of the St. George's River. Wants Vose to accompany them so they can get an understanding of the land...
GLC02437.05160
25 April 1793
Says the duties of his office and a recent illness have kept him from writing. Says it is his "firm determination" to be with him in June or July. Says as the house cannot be built for occupation this season, "I would prefer that the digging of the...
GLC02437.05877
20 October 1793
Gives instructions for his house being built (Montpelier). References fruit trees being delivered and provides detailed instructions on where and how they should be planted. Says Colonel John Tyler might assist Vose with the planting. Mentions...
GLC02437.05950
circa 1753-1806
Discusses building at Brigadier's Island in Maine and other business. Possibly incomplete.
GLC02437.08079
4 September 1793
Discusses construction on a building. Writes about the opinions of the people in the area. Mentions particulars about the floors and doors of the house, a garden at a "distance from the house" and other such matters. Watermarked "J Watt & C Patent...
GLC02437.10281
12 April 1794
Starts by stating that he "means to have two Gardens" and describes where he wants them and their basic layout. Mentions that he would greatly like to have apples and pears. Writes that his family will not be able to travel this summer and that he...
GLC02437.10297
12 July 1794
Feels "anxious about the house" and discusses the building of chimneys. States that he is only making suggestions. Mentions meeting up with Vose at a later date. Ink on first two pages very blurry and difficult to read. Watermarked "J Watt & C...
GLC02437.10305
29 September 1791
to James Wilkinson
Marked "Private." Besides receiving a copy of Wilkinson's report to Arthur St. Clair, he also received a private letter of 26 August. Says the volunteer expeditions under Wilkinson and [General Charles] Scott "reflect great honor on the commander...
GLC02437.05175
17 May 1793
Later copy. Thanks him for the various letters and the news they conveyed. Says "I am persuaded that your good sense as well as inclination will lead you to unite cordially with General Wayne, and to promote a Spirit of harmony throughout the...
GLC02437.05893
28 June 1797
to William Wetmore
Discusses financial business. First paragraph is struck.
GLC02437.06996
15 July 1797
Discusses business regarding a note.
GLC02437.07003
28 March 1790
to Jonathan Warner
Writes to Warner stating that he will be happy to help him obtain a position as a ship builder in Portsmouth, New Hampshire (see GLC02437.04552).
GLC02437.04561
8 May 1790
to Thomas Walley
Informs Walley that he has received the bill of sale for maps and has been informed of Walley's draft to Thomas Russell.
GLC02437.04597
5 March 1791
to John Walker
Suggests that in the interest of the public good that he and Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton should work with [William] Duer of New York "who is interested in the contract for supplying the troops [on the Frontiers]." Express his...
GLC02437.04870
20 April 1795
to Benjamin Walker
Discusses business matters, in particular, property payments.
GLC02437.06398
27 March 1797
to John Witherspoon
Authorizes Witherspoon to hire four men to work on his home, Montpelier in Maine.
GLC02437.06938
29 July 1776
to John Adams
Later copy of the original. Notifies Adams' that a founder named Mr. Byers is on his way to Philadelphia to make cannons for the artillery. Seeks Adams' support. Also emphasizes the importance of working copper mines in New Jersey. Adams was then...
GLC02437.00403
31 August 1781
Ordnance and Stores requested from the Board of War & Ordnance.
Lists supplies and their quantities requested on several days in August 1781. The supplies were needed for the upcoming siege of Yorktown. In Samuel Shaw's hand.
GLC02437.01162
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