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to Henry Knox

Gives Knox his opinion concerning Knox's house and lands. Noted as written at Montpelier, Knox's home in Thomaston, Maine.

GLC02437.07022

to Henry Knox

Penncock explains to Knox that he made an advance to his son out of respect for Knox, though Penncock has not actually met Knox. Penncock tells Knox that he would like payment from Knox in the form of money, but would also accept oak plank.

GLC02437.07442

to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox. Mentions Henry Jackson Knox is on his way to see Knox in New York. Comments about furnishing Mr. [Ebenezer?] Dunton with money instead of giving it to Knox's son. Writes, "the value of money he [Henry Jackson...

GLC02437.06238

to Henry Knox

Discusses recent correspondence between himself and Knox, recently appointed Secretary at War. Discusses business and financial matters pertaining to Knox (apparently, Jackson was managing Knox's affairs while Knox was in New York).

GLC02437.03136

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that Mr. [Joseph?] Peirce says he never received orders from Knox to pay him. Wishes Knox to immediately write himself and Peirce, telling Peirce to immediately pay Ingersoll the note Knox owes.

GLC02437.07751

to Henry Knox

Requests several orders of logs from Knox. Describes the type of wood and size of logs he needs. Also requests Knox deducts the advancement he provided Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox, from the bill.

GLC02437.07762

to William Knox

Promises Knox he will deliver letters to various people for him. Expresses his happiness on hearing that Knox had safely made the trip to Boston. Worries about Mrs. Knox, and comments on Knox's philosophy that "What is is best."

GLC02437.00523

to Henry Knox

Appears to be a copy of the first part of GLC02437.04549. Gives Knox some last minute instructions concerning his affairs before he sails and expresses his love towards Knox and his family, as well as to Knox's brother, William, whom Shaw calls Billy...

GLC02437.04550

to Henry Knox

Sends Knox two pipes from Madeira that Knox had requested and discusses sending other various goods. Asks after Knox and his family.

GLC02437.06444

to Henry Knox

Written by Peirce to Major General Knox. References Knox's letter of 31 January. This is a follow up on Peirce's letter at GLC02437.01835. Says Mr Rowe has finally given a price of £3600 for the Belcher farm - one third due up front, one third in six...

GLC02437.01921

to Henry Knox

Secretarially written and signed by Robert Pemberton, Knox's post-war aide. Document includes two parts. Jackson attests that he received seven certificates (listed) worth a total of $13,752 from Henry Knox for safekeeping. On verso is a note from...

GLC02437.03300

to Henry Knox

Discusses a financial matter involving Knox and a General Elliot. Reports he received Knox's $800 and paid Elliot as Knox requested. Notes he did not have Elliot endorse the receipt as Knox requested but will correct his mistake.

GLC02437.07625

to Henry Knox

Discusses the safe arrival of Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox. Notes he was happy to assist Knox in delivering Henry Jackson Knox into his family's protection. Writes, "That the future conduct of your son may be such as to meet the approbation of his...

GLC02437.07756

to Sarah Knox

A Union lieutenant in the 1st Connecticut Artillery offers his opinion of McClellan's presidential campaign. " ... Gen. Mc Clellan's election, on the platform of the late convention I do not think he stands any sight whatever. It is decidedly a...

GLC03523.20.16

to Henry Knox

Writes to Knox regarding [Joseph?] Pierce refusing to pay Knox's account. Says he expects Knox to arrange payment since his bill is long due.

GLC02437.07746

to Henry Knox

Returns to Knox several deeds Knox sent him, as well as the certificates Knox requested. Explains in detail the contents of the packet of enclosures.

GLC02437.07993

to Henry Knox

Refers to a matter he and Knox discussed "at Club" the previous Saturday evening regarding Knox's St. Lawrence lands. Asks if the matter meets Knox's approbation.

GLC02437.04055

to Henry Knox

Discusses business concerning rates. Asks after Knox's children and Mrs. Knox.

GLC02437.06442

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he was unable to secure a price for "ground" on the Mill River in Maine. Notes the owner says he will have a referral for the "grounds" upon Knox's arrival. Also mentions the owner was pleased about Knox's idea of building some mills...

GLC02437.06277

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he will send the grapevines with the gardener along with some seeds and tools. Mentions how the prospect of war is keeping Knox from traveling. Refers to a promise Knox supposedly made to another gentleman. Discusses properties...

GLC02437.06074

to Henry Knox

Mentions his pleasure hearing that Knox's son (Henry Jackson Knox) had a safe trip and is now with Knox. Notes he has not received any potatoes from Captain [Thomas] Vose, only drafts. Discusses Knox's finances and provides a list of wages paid out...

GLC02437.06251

to Henry Knox

The firm of Wales & Beale writes to enclose a bill for pork Knox bought (the bill may be the short note that appears on page 3). They continue to urge Knox and his son [Henry Jackson Knox] to provide them with information about the state of the Knox...

GLC02437.07965

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to sell Coffin's violin in Knox's bookstore. Explains how he obtained the violin from England. In a post script, asks Knox to send him magazines.

GLC02437.00083

to Henry Knox

Reed, seemingly a squatter on Knox's land, writes to Knox that he is "still alive and still in possession of the land at owls head." Reed is willing to pay Knox $2/acre except for land Reed claims "pedody payed for...years ago." He goes on to...

GLC02437.07263

to Henry Knox

Tells Knox that President Washington will be at his Philadelphia house tomorrow at 9. Expects Knox to be there. Wants Knox to notify Attorney General Edmund Randolph.

GLC02437.05918