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to Henry Knox

Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, advising Knox in detail on how he might arrange for the Defense of the Western Territories. Also congratulates Knox on becoming "Secretary at War," discusses Congress' plans for the Western Territories...

GLC02437.09330

to Henry Knox

Details of arrangements to have Knox advertise and sell Rivington's books. Discusses the children's book he was printing (also see GLC02437.00128). Proposes arrangements to have Knox sell other books. An inventory at the top of the letter lists...

GLC02437.00135

to Henry Knox

Colonel Stevens plans to soon sail from his present location, bound for Kings Ferry, New York. Has endeavored to fulfill Knox's instructions in Knox's absence (Stevens possibly writes from New Windsor, New York). Notes that the arms available to...

GLC02437.01042

to Henry Knox

Lieutenant Price reports on items he has repaired and made since Knox's last letter. Discusses harnesses, mortars, and other items. Docketed by Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide.

GLC02437.01075

to Henry Knox

Describes the landscaping for Knox's house, Montpelier.

GLC02437.07158

to Henry Knox

Stresses to Knox he did not remove one of Knox's barns on Brigadiers Island (present day Sears Island, Maine). Informs Knox whoever told him he was removing a barn was mistaken. Says he removed the remaining portion of the roof on the house because...

GLC02437.07645

to Henry Knox

Bingham acknowledges receipt of Knox's letter of 30 December 1798. Bingham sees that Knox has "not as yet made a final arrangement with the Holders of your Notes, - but which I hope will be speedily terminated." Bingham is pleased to know that...

GLC02437.07227

to Henry Knox

Acknowledges Knox's letter on 10 November. Says he is sending a packet of "publick prints" that will explain the latest European political scene. England is in the process of making a peace with Spain, and Maunsell predicts that France will accept...

GLC02437.04783

to Henry Knox

Captain David Cook turns to Knox to help him "advance [his] commutation." The recent "resolve of Congress" prohibits Cook from getting his friends to help him. Cook tells Knox that the problem is that "they say the Commutation amounts to more, then...

GLC02437.04740

to Henry Knox

Writes that he will help Knox in settling his business with George Meade and advises Knox to proceed with caution in his business dealings.

GLC02437.06516

to Henry Knox

Discusses various business matters, such as negotiations with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring, and Knox's acquiring a new agent to represent Knox on a new land purchase.

GLC02437.06710

to Henry Knox

Tracy discusses the "unfortunate situation" of Knox's brother, William, who is in London. Assures Knox that William "is in an exceeding good Family, where he is treated with great tenderness, & is attended by one of the first Phisicians [sic] in...

GLC02437.03094

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that the letter contains extracts from surveyors concerning a specific tract of land (not included). Expresses his wish for Knox to have as much information concerning this business as possible to help guide him.

GLC02437.06359

to Henry Knox

Apologizes to Knox and expresses his mortification on not being able to find a suitable and educated gentleman to tutor Knox's children. He also has been unable to find a priest for the town of Thomaston, Maine.

GLC02437.06485

to Henry Knox

Expresses his regret on not being able to see Knox when Knox was here but is happy to hear that he and his family are doing well. Writes about timber and transportation.

GLC02437.06594

to Henry Knox

Sheafe acknowledges receipt of Knox's letter of April 7, 1799 and tells Knox that the Frigate has no use for oak plank, but is using pine now that 3 1/2 to 4 inches thick.

GLC02437.07256

to Henry Knox

Writes to refer Knox to his previous letters regarding business with the Compson brothers, and asks that Knox close their mutual business with Mr. [Samuel] Ogden. Requests that he write back immediately.

GLC02437.04317

to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox's trip to Philadelphia and the Maine lands.

GLC02437.06567

to Henry Knox

Introduces Knox to an acquaintance of his from Antigua.

GLC02437.06080

to Henry Knox

Sends Knox his "bill of attendance ... " (not included).

GLC02437.06419

to Henry Knox

Requests that Knox bind the book he has sent.

GLC02437.00103

to Henry Knox

Requests that Knox forward a letter to London for him.

GLC02437.00112

to Henry Knox

Reports to Knox on timber in the Belfast region.

GLC02437.07846

to Henry Knox

Discusses issues with the eastern lands and the need for Knox to act quickly. Mentions that the price of state paper has gone up since Jackson last wrote to Knox and that "Continental Certificates" are going backwards. Says he will not purchase any...

GLC02437.04452

to Henry Knox

Claims to have communicated sensitive information to Knox and that he should let President Washington know (specifics not provided). Tells Knox of a master shipbuilder in this city (likely Philadelphia), and that Congress and the president need to...

GLC02437.05997

to Henry Knox

Asks for a copy of the account they had between them when Knox was still in the book business. Believes Knox can help him get £247.10.0 for 275 pounds of Hyson Tea that was delivered in 1774. Notes he was in London at the time and has since lost...

GLC02437.05987

to Henry Knox

Tells Knox that he has sent loyalist pamphlets to his friend Mr. Bates, the "Burser of the Swan man of war" which will set sail for Boston on 2 December 1774. Explains that he did not send them directly to Knox because Knox's friends "on the patriot...

GLC02437.00188

to Henry Knox

Reporting to Knox on their mission to calm the people living on his lands on the Waldo patent. State that they have told the settlers there that Knox intends them no hard, and while some are convinced, otheres are still suspicious, and others even...

GLC02437.09277

to Henry Knox

Document contains three portions. The first, directed to Henry Knox from Richard Platt, asks whether Knox can spare any of the money he keeps in his bank account for the next week. Asks that if he can, he should send it with the bearer of the...

GLC02437.04195

to Henry Knox

Hodgdon, Commissary General of Military Stores, discusses a letter received from Knox (GLC02437.02946). In the letter, Knox asked Hodgdon to obtain cannon to be inscribed in honor of General Nathanael Greene. Assures Knox he will proceed with the...

GLC02437.02964

to Henry Knox

Encloses a letter from yesterdays post, and asks Knox his thoughts on the letter's subject. Instructs Knox to obtain General Huntington's thoughts on the subject of the enclosed letter (possibly Jedediah Huntington). Docket states "From Colonel...

GLC02437.09384

to Henry Knox

Claims that he has no business relationship with Edes & Gill, and that he sent them none of the Keysey pills he sent to Knox. He leaves it to Knox "to take the proper methods of rendering them saleable." Orders books. States that he has placed an...

GLC02437.00120

to William Knox

Signed Philocles. Because he is impatient, asks Knox to deliver a letter (not included). A post script notes that the woman to receive the letter is going to Salem, if she has left, Knox should deliver the letter upon her return.

GLC02437.00461

[to Henry Knox]

Tillier introduces Knox to Mr. Tardiveau, possibly Barthelemi Tardiveau, the author of a memorial Tillier had previously given to Knox. Identified as a copy in the docket.

GLC02437.03776

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he received his letter and the $1200. Mentions Mr. Brown is in the country and he will call on Brown once he returns. Also discusses the quantity of lime he has sold for Knox.

GLC02437.07639

to Henry Knox

Writes that he has recently returned from a trip and was preoccupied with business, which prevented him from accepting Knox's invitation for a visit. Discusses financial matters, as well as a possible land purchase he will make from Knox.

GLC02437.07956

to Henry Knox

Reports several stories about townspeople who live on Knox's land in Maine, and discusses whether the townspeople believe Knox to be the rightful owner of the lands on which they live. Also touches on financial matters.

GLC02437.06654

to Henry Knox

Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, discussing whether or not he should attend the Constitutional Convention. Debates pros and cons of the convention, and requests Knox's opinion on the matter. Copy made 3 February 1854.

GLC02437.09335

to Henry Knox

Pickering, Quartermaster General, informs Knox he will attempt to leave for Boston before the following Sunday. Recommends the bearer of this note, Smith, to drive a team of oxen carrying Knox's baggage when he departs for Boston.

GLC02437.02916

to Henry Knox

Discussing Knox's plans to purchase two fifths of the Waldo patent from him and his family. Asks Knox to at least purchase his smaller share, since his family is destitute, and discusses a price.

GLC02437.09238

to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox's business in New York and relays a message from his wife to Mrs. Knox. Also includes a table of the weather patterns, such as temperature and barometric pressure, for the month of May.

GLC02437.06993

to Henry Knox

Sheafe received Knox's plank on 19 March 1799. Sheafe paid for the plank after making sure what the fair price was. Sheafe has enclosed bills for Knox to sign and return to him.

GLC02437.07249

to Henry Knox

Regretfully informs Knox he is unable to accept Knox's invitation due to General [David?] Cobb's upcoming absence. Mentions Knox will likely see Cobb during his journey and can get information from this years proceedings from Cobb. Also updates Knox...

GLC02437.09853

to Henry Knox

Sullivan received Knox's letter of December 22. He tells Knox, "by General Jackson you will receive a memorandum concerning the bills of Winthrop Mackay and Derby." Sullivan goes on to describe the arrangements with these men and how Knox can get the...

GLC02437.07347

to Henry Knox

Forwards Knox a bill as he is going away.

GLC02437.07150

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox for a job to help build ships.

GLC02437.06617

to Henry Knox

Found Knox's letter of 3 October waiting for him upon his return from Boston. Gave William Duer a message for Knox. Since that message was written things have changed with the arrival of a minister from Great Britain [George Hammond]. Tells Knox,...

GLC02437.05204

to Henry Knox

Mentions a previous request he made to Knox for materials to supplement his book on the geography of the United States. Reminds Knox that at the time of the request, Knox responded that he had materials that might be useful, but was extremely busy...

GLC02437.05590

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he sent him a letter describing in detail the reason why he cannot produce all of his vouchers for the payment and expenditures of the old Continental money. Notes he will solicit Knox's successor (Timothy Pickering) to explain the...

GLC02437.06328

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox to expect a visit from Alexander Baring and discusses the possibility of having settlers for some of Knox's property, as well as other land business.

GLC02437.07002