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to William Knox

Comments on Benjamin Harrod's unchristian demand to be paid for taking care of Knox's bookstore merchandise while Knox was out of Boston. Explains the arrangements he made with Harrod and how they were being violated. Mentions that his books will...

GLC02437.00341

to Henry Knox

Thanks him for his recent letter as well as the letters he enclosed. Relates that one of them was from Jackson's sister, and it related news of the death of his 17-year-old niece. Discusses the recent illness of Knox's daughter Julia, but believes...

GLC02437.04357

to William Knox

Requests that William obtain items for Lucy Knox, his wife. Asks that he send the articles so Lucy may receive them by mid-January. Requests green tea and "raisons." Discusses the procurement of goods, and gives William advice on business matters...

GLC02437.00736

to Henry Knox

Writes to discuss business endeavors with Knox. Declares that as he has not had a response from Mr. [possibly Robert] Morris in four weeks, he has changed his plans. Instead of remaining in Boston and trying to sell Mr. Morris's teas, which he is...

GLC02437.03180

to Henry Knox

Reports that Lucy Knox, Henry's wife, left for Newbury Port (possibly Massachusetts), the previous Monday. Mentions an express from General [Israel] Putnam to General [William] Heath, in which Putnam attested the British sailed from the Hook...

GLC02437.00631

to Henry Knox

Washington encloses letters "under flying Seals" to the Count de Rochambeau and the Marquis de Chastellux "introductory of Mr. Swan." Also includes certificates for Lieutenants Seaver and Henley (no documents included). Discusses suspending a...

GLC02437.09405

to Henry Knox

Written from Bombay, present-day Mumbai, India. Declares that he will be on his way to America before Knox reads this letter. Mentions he had arrived in Bombay ten days earlier, after an excruciating five-month-long journey from Batavia. After...

GLC02437.04241

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he would be happy to purchase a tract of land that Knox received as a part of the Flucker estate in New Hampshire. Asks Knox to forward him the necessary information.

GLC02437.04667

to Henry Knox

Declares that Knox must think him a "Barbarian" for not writing sooner, and apologizes. Briefly touches on Waldo patent business. Discusses the possible appointment of a Mr. Frederick, a former naval officer, to the new government. Writes that...

GLC02437.04136

to Henry Knox

Winslow tells Knox that Nathaniel Hatch is eager to purchase land from Knox, but Knox's asking price is higher than Hatch had expected. Winslow also discusses other land issues and Thomas Flucker's estate.

GLC02437.07208

to Henry Knox

Writes that he is sorry to hear Knox was ill again. Discusses his dealings with Madame de Leval, mentioning that she was supposed to have left but has not yet, and that he "wish[es] her gone." Comments on the townships she is going to settle on...

GLC02437.05479

to Henry Knox

Was exceedingly happy to receive Knox's last letter, and he and his family hope to have letters from the Knoxes more frequently. Does not believe his health permits traveling, including visiting Knox, but asks whether the Knox family might be able...

GLC02437.07872

to Henry Knox

Written by Captain Randall to Secretary of War Knox. Encloses two letters (not included) for the women mentioned in Knox's last letter. Annexes a statement of William Duer's notes. Says Knox has a debit of $38 dollars for a piece of blue satin...

GLC02437.05001

to Henry Knox

Written from the "War Office," in London, England, according to the docket. Lewis, the British Deputy Secretary at War, writes that Mrs. [Sarah Lyons Flucker] Beaumez asked him to write to Knox regarding her finances in England, which have been...

GLC02437.06814

to Henry Knox

Received Knox's most recent letter, and is glad to hear his daughter Julia has recovered completely from her illness. Relates that all the members of the Society of the Cincinnati in Boston were invited to dine aboard a ship, the Leopard, whose...

GLC02437.04362

to Henry Knox

Has tried to acquire the items Knox asked for, but has been unable to as yet. Relates how he is about to depart for Europe, unhappily, to settle family accounts and protect his family from misfortune. Describes arrangements he is making to prepare...

GLC02437.05251

to Henry Knox

Writes that he received Knox's last letter: "I rejoice with you & your family in the prospect of your being so soon well & a perfect cure effected." After reading his letter, showed it to Ben [Hichborn], who declared he has written to Knox about...

GLC02437.04138

to Henry Knox

Asks for Knox to pay off an old Flucker family debt. Explains that he moved to Flucker land before the war, and through his own "Industry, Care & Labour," he saved a sum of money. He lent the money to Mr. Flucker, who already owed him a substantial...

GLC02437.05576

to William Knox

Notes that he received William's account of stock resulting from the plunder of British troops. Discusses notes that must be paid that pertain to personal business. Asks William to send him money to buy a carriage, so that Lucy Knox can leave New...

GLC02437.00328

to William Knox

Written at camp near Dobbs Ferry by Brigadier General Knox to his brother William Knox. References William's letter of 25 July 1781. Says he wrote last week and hopes he has received the letter as the post office has been unreliable. It seems that...

GLC02437.01120

to Henry Knox

Winslow informs Knox, "I have pursued unremittingly the Steps requisite to promote your desire of speedily commanding monies for some of your Lots in Falmouth, as express'd in your last Lettr." Winslow explains whom he has been in contact with and...

GLC02437.07233

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to do something about Mr. Flucker's note of hand in her favor as she is presently in need of funds.

GLC02437.03550

to Henry Knox

Written from "Charles Town," possibly Charlestown, Massachusetts, where Gorham was born. Asks Knox to deliver a letter he has enclosed to his daughter. Relates information on preparations Massachusetts has made to confront the insurgents associated...

GLC02437.03355

to Henry Knox

Has recently returned from the Waldo patent lands. Relates that most of the people seem happy with the arrangements they worked out about living on the land. Discusses his interactions with Captain [George] Ulmer and Colonel [possibly Daniel] Shute...

GLC02437.04367

to Henry Knox

Mentions he sent Knox a horse that has only been ridden for two miles. Asks Knox to send him $50 either in gold or silver. Also discusses various people visiting them including Mrs. [Lucy] Knox.

GLC02437.07753

to Henry Knox

Happy to receive news of Lord Cornwallis's surrender: "The Effect this reverse of Fortune has on the british Government is similar to what we often see in a man mad with Rage - Vengeance, Death Destruction foams at his mouth although he has not...

GLC02437.01304

to Henry Knox

Says that he received his recent letters, including one to be delivered to [Benjamin] Hichborn. Asks him to give his regards to Mr. and Mrs. [James] Swan. Writes that Major [William] North has not yet arrived, and he is afraid that North is sick on...

GLC02437.03458

to William Knox

Reports to his brother that the army has gathered with all its stores in Head of Elk, Maryland and will proceed to the Chesapeake in three days. He is optimistic about the upcoming siege of Yorktown: "I shall hope to inform you in 15 days that we...

GLC02437.01174

to Henry Knox

Discusses bank notes (most likely belonging to Knox) that are due. Encloses an abstract of expenses for the construction of Knox's house (Montpelier). Mentions he purchased the materials for Knox's house at the best rate. Writes, "This said house...

GLC02437.06091

to Henry Knox

Lechmere writes to collect a debt owed him by Thomas Flucker, Knox's late father-in-law (Knox handled Flucker's estate after he passed away). Expresses disappointment in not receiving a prompt reply from Knox: "...I have little doubt of my Letter...

GLC02437.03791

to Henry Knox

Discusses the recent American victory in Charleston, South Carolina, and praises the patriotism and dedication of those in the southern campaign. Notes Captain Skimmer (possibly a privateer) seized a large ship and brought it to Marblehead...

GLC02437.00397

to Henry Knox

Would like to recommend Major Henry Warren (likely her son) for the position of Collector of Customs for Plymouth and Duxborough, and mentions that he had worked with General Benjamin Lincoln. Hopes Knox might be able to use his influence with...

GLC02437.04245

Pardon of Lucy Wheeler, "a negress," convicted of two counts of aggravated assault.

Wheeler, convicted of two counts of aggravated assault: sentenced in one case to 1 year imprisonment, and to pay a $0.50 fine and court costs; sentenced in the other to 6 months imprisonment [to be served following the first term], and to pay another...

GLC00173.05

to Henry Knox

Lafayette asks that his regards be sent to William Knox, Alexander Hamilton, and all his friends. Says "My little Anecdote I send as it was given to me, but I will take farther informations at the Naval office Upon Every Circumstances."

GLC02437.03256

to Henry Knox

Peirce includes a list of bills from Ebenezer Pemberton. Talks about Thomas Flucker getting money from Beaumez and a portable desk from his mother. Talks about their business affairs and various shipments.

GLC02437.07391

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for information about his brother. Discusses an estate in Hampshire, encouraging Knox to apply to the legislature to obtain permission for it to be settled. Also informs Knox about trying to locate deeds relating to land in the Flucker...

GLC02437.05570

to Henry Knox

Per Knox's instructions, submitted to the newspapers an advertisement about the sale of General [Nathanael] Greene's lands. Writes that Knox is perfectly right to undergo the operation he mentions. Will be extremely anxious for Knox, but trusts...

GLC02437.04103

to Henry Knox

Received Knox's letter but wanted to wait until he arrived in New York City before he responded. Declares that he has never seen a place in so much distress. Explains that Mr. [Alexander] Macomb is under so much stress that he has "gone beyond...

GLC02437.05412

Henry Knox

Bust portrait of Henry Knox. Engraved by H.W. Smith from a painting by Edward Savage.

GLC02437.10731

to Henry Knox

Written in Charlestown, possibly in Massachusetts. Writes to inform Knox that he purchased of Zachariah & Bethiah Fowle a house, barn and land in 1756. He bought them from Thomas Flucker, Knox's father-in-law, to whom the property had been...

GLC02437.04093

to Henry Knox

Discusses various business agreements she enclosed (not present) relating to powers of attorney. Pertains to the Ohio Company. Also discusses her son's travels to India with a Captain Sarly. Sarly highly praised her son's service.

GLC02437.05500

to Henry Knox

Peirce reports to Knox of his conversations with "T Flucker" and Ebenezer Pemberton, and of the state of their business affairs on Peirce's end.

GLC02437.07379

to William Knox

Comments on his poor health, "a bad cold which has affected my eyes." Asks Knox to send an enclosed letter to his mother. Mentions that he will be visiting Sally Flucker. Expects to see Knox soon.

GLC02437.00168

Henry Knox

Informs Knox a gentleman has been calling on his mother (possibly Mary Winslow) regarding a lot of land (possibly part of the Waldo patent lands) in Nottingham West, present day Hudson, New Hampshire. Notes the gentleman wants to pay half of his bill...

GLC02437.06252

to William Knox

Advises his brother William for supposed improper behavior on his arrival in Boston. Writes that Lucy is unhappy with the news about her family and mentions the dangerous conditions of the roads. Refers to an incident where mail was stolen and then...

GLC02437.00857

to Henry Knox

Peirce tells Knox that in his last letter, he forgot ask about other documents he might have. There is a question regarding Thomas Flucker's estate and "whether the Estate should be held responsible for quieting the settlers that were in possession...

GLC02437.04911

to Henry Knox

Complains that Henry has not written to him recently and explains how he has received information from Lucy Knox and Mrs. Jonathan Pollard. Claims that they do not have many good sources for the news in Boston. Indicates that a British ship called...

GLC02437.00445

to Henry Knox

Davis notes to Knox that he (Davis) has the task of selling the lands from the estate of "the late Mr. Flucker." Davis relates to Knox how the process is coming along and notes the difficulties involved, especially with selling the Duckpond Lands.

GLC02437.07312

to Henry Knox

Replies to Knox's letter of 27 September (GLC02437.04368). Plans to present his wishes to obtain a foreign appointment. Urges Knox to forward his proposals to the Flucker estate's creditors so Bourne can attend to the matter before the next session...

GLC02437.04419

to Henry Knox

Transmits a box and map (not included), asking Knox to commit them to a person in whom he can confide. Notes that Knox should go by water to Christiana (possibly Delaware). Gives his compliments to Knox's wife, Lucy, hoping that she will spend some...

GLC02437.09399