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18 November 1797
Cutting, John Browne, fl. 1782-1797
to Henry Knox
Writes to say hello to Knox and his family and mentions the unrest in Europe.
GLC02437.07051
28 August 1801
Whiting, Thurston, 1753-1829
Describes a meetings they had with the settlers in various towns in Maine regarding the surveying. Regretfully informs Knox that the settlers were not responsive to what they had to say. States the settlers are determined to prevent the survey on...
GLC02437.07593
10 April 1791
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
Jackson acknowledges receipt of Knox's letter of 27 March 1791 along with two other letters from James Swan. Jackson feared the letters may have been intercepted. Jackson reports that Joseph Peirce has been "very attentive to the directions which he...
GLC02437.04914
4 July 1789
Gray, Lewis, fl. 1789
Gray writes from the Custom House in Hull, England. Asks Knox to forward on an enclosed letter (not present) to Henry Jackson who he believes is still in Boston. In a postscripts, states that he has also forwarded some local newspapers to Knox.
GLC02437.04271
15 September 1785
Winslow, Isaac, 1736-1806
Writes that he received the letter Knox sent to Winslow's cousin, also named Isaac Winslow. Will attend to Knox's request that they accept the boundaries of the Muscongus patent that the General Court put forth. Discusses other financial business...
GLC02437.09133
15 February 1805
Sullivan, George, fl. 1805
Sullivan, an attorney, writes to inform Knox that Mr. F[rederic] Tudor has delivered to him an unpaid note and instructed him to prosecute Knox for the debt. See GLC02437.07909, GLC02437.07910, and GLC02437.07911 for related information.
GLC02437.07912
7 May 1796
Anthony, Joseph, fl. 1792-1797
Received Knox's recent letter, and was sad to learn of the deaths of two of Knox's children. Sends his condolences to Knox and his wife. Reports that he has staved of requests by their creditors for monies owed, by renewing their obligations using...
GLC02437.06735
25 April 1796
Hill, William, fl. 1789-1796
Writes that he must bring a lawsuit against Knox because he is the endorser of a note of William Bingham's. Declares that he has always respected Knox, but believes Bingham's behavior to be "shameful," having "not paid the least regard to his word...
GLC02437.06721
12 February 1800
Cobb, David, 1748-1830
Cobb bemoans the loss of George Washington and updates Knox on marriages.
GLC02437.07369
8 February 1800
The writer works out some ideas about the prices of possible lands Knox could sell, as well as the way and manner in which those lands should be settled.
GLC02437.07363
6 October 1781
Peters, Richard, fl. 1732-1828
Responds to Knox's request for armaments with assurances that the Board of War & Ordnance is working expeditiously to fulfill his request. Explains recent activities of Samuel Hodgdon, the commissary general of military stores appointed by the Board...
GLC02437.01209
25 June 1787
Canary, Dennis, fl. 1787
to William Knox
Asks William to write on his behalf to his brother, Henry Knox, for help with a land dispute. The tract of land in question is currently his but his ownership is being questioned by a widow, Mrs. Sarah Robinson, who argues her husband had some claim...
GLC02437.03591
2 July 1781
Washington, George, 1732-1799
Hopes General Lincoln can carry out a successful surprise attack on York Island (Manhattan) that night. Gives details on the plans for this attack, and what will be done to follow it up, including Knox reinforcing the position. Also discusses...
GLC02437.09375
10 February 1783
Gates, Horatio, 1727-1806
Informs Knox that he expects Knox and General Huntington for dinner as they will be in the area for a Board of General Officers meeting. States the he "will try to get you as good a Dinner as I can, but you must not expect the delicacies with which...
GLC02437.01910
1 September 1782
Hand, Edward, 1744-1802
Encloses information from the day's General Orders and asks Knox to pass the information on to the 3rd Massachusetts Regiment who are on fatigue on West Point. Orders say they should probably march on Friday next. Also has orders for the 2nd...
GLC02437.01559
20 November 1799
Davis, Daniel, 1762-1835
Davis says he forgot to mention in another letter to Knox that he inquired about lumber purchases. Davis tells Knox that "the danger of being froze for the winter in your river will prevent any sale of lumber for vessells now in this port for this...
GLC02437.07327
20 March 1791
Coxe, Tench, 1755-1824
Tells Knox he is inclosing "brief remarks upon a subject of public importance." He further asks Knox, "I beg leave to remark that I do not appear to be the writer except to such public Characters as from a sense of duty & from respect I deem it...
GLC02437.04884
17 December 1794
Peirce, Joseph, 1745-1828
Informs Knox that due to a string of difficulties he was not able to close the deal with the Brinleys until today. Notes he paid the Brinleys and now has the deed. Also mentions he is sending Knox a pair of does, a buck, some rabbits, and some oats...
GLC02437.06276
18 February 1787
Langdon, John, 1741-1819
Asks Knox for assistance in providing for his family as he had a debt in England and "all the merchandize [sic] I had from thence was taken from my place of depository by the British ... " Also asks if Knox has any open positions, as he needs the...
GLC02437.03461
26 October 1781
Humphreys, David, 1752-1818
Communicates request from General George Washington that Knox forward him the return of ordnance and ordnance captured from the British in the siege of Yorktown. Washington intends to send the return with a letter to Congress. Colonel Humphreys was...
GLC02437.01265
30 May 1790
Writes that he received Knox's letter and the enclosure for Mr. Short, but it arrived too late to give to Mrs. Swan as she left for Paris. Wishes her a safe journey. Also reports that Mr. Swan wrote to him and seems to be doing well; promises to...
GLC02437.04619
22 March 1791
Requests that Knox choose "Mr. Samuel Andrews" to "be appointed an Ensign to the vacancy of Mr. Joseph Peirce." Nominates "Mr. Samuel Hall of Boston as an Ensign." Nathanial Balch, Jackson writes, will send a letter to Knox on his son's behalf as...
GLC02437.04888
12 August 1792
Informs Knox that he has arrived in New York City and is disappointed that he will not be able to meet up with him. Mentions that Madame de Leval is in town. Suggests they meet soon at "Prince Town" (Princeton, New Jersey). Reports on the health...
GLC02437.05577
21 February 1774 and 16 March 1774
Longman, Thomas, 1731-1797
Two letters on a single page. The first part is a copy of Longman's 21 February 1774 letter, which discusses the settling of a bill, an order for books, and Longman's confidence that Knox will remit payment. The second part indicates that he has...
GLC02437.00123
10 October 1801
Joy, Benjamin, 1758-1830
Joy mentions he is desirous to have a description of the land he purchased from Knox. Notes he would like as detailed of a description on the lands as possible. Says he would like the information to be "backed" by Knox's "declaration" and would like...
GLC02437.07636
22 February 1793
Maunsell, John, fl. 1724-1795
Mentions the January mail arrived and had interesting political information. Encloses a letter sent to him by Mr. Brett (for a summary of that letter see GLC02437.05830). Asks Knox to keep it for 2 days and then return it. Wants to know how Knox...
GLC02437.05829
19 October 1791
Lillie, John, 1755-1801
Apologizes to Knox and his wife for "not calling to take your commands for Boston." After arranging "the little business I had to do here," he decided at the last minute to leave. References the £700 bill which Knox endorsed and the £500 bill...
GLC02437.05201
29 August 1783
McDougall, Alexander, 1732-1786
Asks Knox to order a belt for his broadsword as his "Lads" lost the one he had, and a pistol, since one of his was stolen. Also asks Knox to order pistol cartridges. In a postscript asks for some twine, for he is "an old saylor" who "some times...
GLC02437.02433
26 July 1801
Vaughan, Charles, 1759-1839
Encloses (not included) expenses from the survey work on the lands in Hampden, Maine. Notes most of the valuable land is already occupied and subjected to the price under the director of the government. Believes Knox will find the same circumstances...
GLC02437.07575
28 June 1794
Vose, Thomas, 1753-1810
Informs Knox his house (Montpelier) has not been raised yet but will be so in eight to ten days. Assures Knox there has not been any remissness of business, the delay is mainly weather related. Also notes some of the brick layers have been injured...
GLC02437.06127
26 December 1786
Later copy of a letter written by Washington to Knox, discussing the "disorders which have arisen in these States." Discusses the variosu hardships and difficulties facing the young nation, and requests Knox's thoughts on the subject. Worries about...
GLC02437.09332
15 May 1773
Rivington, James, 1724-1802
Explains that during a visit with Col. Oliver, Mr. Quincy, and Mr. Williams, Knox's name came up as a potential business contact in Boston. Proposes to have Knox advertise some medicine and books that Rivington would like to sell. An inventory of...
GLC02437.00062
10 May 1787
Sullivan, John, 1740-1795
Informs Knox that the bearer of the letter, William Morris, was appointed Captain to command the forces "destined for the western frontiers." Morris is very disappointed by this appointment. Sullivan asks Knox if there is anything that can be done...
GLC02437.03547
25 January 1793
Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794
Encloses his account against Daniel Parker and Parker's acknowledgment of having received the original sum (not included). Also encloses a receipt from Messrs. Smith & Moses for $29,537.58 to be disposed of for his account with Knox (not included)....
GLC02437.05793
10 September 1790
Stewart, Walter, 1756-1796
Stewart writes Knox to say he has been unsuccessful in finding accommodations for Knox in Philadelphia. He suggests one place he used to own that might do for the winter. Stewart says he is leaving his current accommodations to make room for George...
GLC02437.04725
25 February 1803
Thatcher, Samuel, 1776-1872
Glad to hear from Knox that he agreed with Thatcher that separating Maine from Massachusetts would be "destructive of its interests & respectability." Discusses the likely passage of a bill in Congress to establish a lighthouse on an island in the...
GLC02437.07789
10 March 1776
"His Excellency," George Washington, compliments Colonel Knox, asks him to come to headquarters immediately, and invites him to dinner at 2 o'clock that night. The letter must be from 1776, since this is the only year in which Knox is a Colonel in...
GLC02437.00546
18 July 1781
Hodgdon, Samuel, 1745-1824
Hodgdon, Commissary General of Military Stores, discusses weapons, supplies, and other details. Reports on the repair of muskets previously delivered to his post. Implores Knox to send pistols and muskets Hodgdon has been expecting as soon as...
GLC02437.01059
13 March 1791
Randall, Thomas, ?-1811
Forwards "a letter for Mr. Lewis" (not included). Notes he received a letter from William Knox regarding business affairs. Provides an extract from William's letter that deals with a bill involving Mr. Freeman and Mssrs Webber & Bicknell.
GLC02437.04879
27 August 1795
Assures Knox that the work will be done and that his business will be taken care of.
GLC02437.06501
9 March 1799
Hay, William, fl. 1797-1799
Hay writes to Knox describing the cold weather and trees and manure on his land in Thomastown.
GLC02437.07242
6 September 1797
Lewis, Matthew, fl. 1796-1798
Informs Knox that he has accepted his draught of £66. Noted as written at the War Office.
GLC02437.07027
17 March 1798
Rynier, John, fl. 1797-1802
Discusses the status of the estate and asks Knox to send goods such as rice and coffee.
GLC02437.07106
27 December 1783
Brooks, David, 1756-1838
Forwards a return of clothing (see GLC02437.02864) to Knox and discusses the current supply available for the men.
GLC02437.02865
4 May 1793
Biddle, Clement, 1740-1814
Reports to Knox that the bank stock is at par, "but I will take Care to provide as you desire."
GLC02437.05886
22 June 1804
Carpenter, Benjamin, fl. 1804
Reports that a financial note Knox owes to Carpenter is located in the Salem bank. Discusses payment of the note.
GLC02437.07864
18 September 1792
Green, William, fl. 1792
Discusses papers he has copied and transcribed for Knox dealing with William Duer, with his opinions on each point.
GLC02437.05619
15 February 1797
Duer, William, 1747-1799
Writes to Knox about continued troubles as he is in and out of debtors prison in New York City.
GLC02437.06915
15 July 1795
Meade, George, 1741-1808
Informs Knox that he is unable to make any of the payments upon which they have had an agreement.
GLC02437.06466
Lothrop, Zenas, fl. 1764-1858
Written from "Brigadier's Island." Discusses shipment of goods and livestock to and from Knox's estate in Maine, especially sheep.
GLC02437.06734
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