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to Henry Knox

Acknowledges receipt of Knox's letter of 27 February 1791. Comments he is anxious in finding out about what appointments will be made and when. Notes he has heard many reports respecting raising troops but nothing concrete has taken place yet. "We...

GLC02437.04878

to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 22 July. Wanted to write by a return post but could not perform the analysis with Colonel Carrington's papers in time. This analysis is enclosed (see GLC02437.05093.02). This refers to "A Topographical Analysis of the...

GLC02437.05093.01

to Henry Knox

Mentions acquaintances who recently arrived from Switzerland. Notes that they saw George Greene, presumably George Washington Greene, in Paris for one day. Encloses a letter from George to Mrs. [Catharine] Greene (letter not included) and asks Knox...

GLC02437.04632

to Henry Knox

A note informing Knox he has enclosed this morning's paper which contains the official account of General [Anthony] Wayne's success (likely referring to Wayne's victory at the Battle of Fallen Timbers on 20 August 1794). "Free" stamped on address...

GLC02437.06214

to Henry Knox

Written and signed in text in third person. Writes that Smith has received a query from John Moore of Peterborough, New Hampshire, regarding the purchase of lands in Peterborough. Would like to know Knox's terms for the purchase. Date taken from...

GLC02437.05393

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he did not make a written report due to [Thurston?] Whiting and [Benjamin] Brackett's report on the back country (possibly near the north part of the Waldo patent). Reports on a incident where he met up with approximately 70 armed...

GLC02437.07621

to Henry Knox

Asks for Knox's help in re-obtaining his position as a lieutenant in the corps of "Artillerists and Engineers." Apparently he had received his appointment while he was abroad and hurried back to America as soon as he could, only to find that the...

GLC02437.07107

to Henry Knox

Relates that the General Court passed an act allowing them to build their canal, and that Harry [Henry Jackson] will be bringing him a copy of the act, which should meet with Knox's approbation. Declares that it is up to Knox to determine what...

GLC02437.05347

to Henry Knox

Writes that he has discussed Knox's case with Dr. [William] Eustis, who is "clearly of opinion you ought to take the greatest care of yourself, as to your diet & exercise, for a twelve mounth to come, by heating your blood & over loading your stomach...

GLC02437.04144

to Henry Knox

Writes that Colonel John N. Cummings is applying to the President for the position of Marshall of the District of New Jersey. Relates his qualifications for the position, and asks Knox to support his nomination.

GLC02437.04360

to Henry Knox

Discusses the preparation for an expedition (possibly the build-up to the Battle of Fallen Timbers that took place on 20 August 1794). Notes there have been volunteers pouring in ever since his arrival. Reports General [Charles] Scott has moved to...

GLC02437.06150

to Henry Knox

Discusses in great detail various land claims against the Muscongus patent in Maine along with Knox's proposal to purchase the land. States both he and Samuel Winslow looked over Knox's proposal and were surprised by the amount of land deducted for...

GLC02437.05777

to Henry Knox

Signs in text in third person. Reminds Knox that Mrs. de Leval will soon be departing on a British ship, and he needs to meet with him before she leaves to discuss business matters, particularly regarding a land deed.

GLC02437.05383

to Henry Knox

Received a letter from Knox on the same day (GLC02437.04433). The letter included an enclosure from [Joseph] Howell. Agrees that there must be some mistake with his accounts, because he never received the sums Howell listed. Related to GLC02437.04430...

GLC02437.04432

to Henry Knox

Writes to apologize for losing a letter he was given to pass along to Knox. Describes the incident, and relates that he received it from Nicholas Sprague of Waldoborough, and believes Sprague received it originally from someone in Wiscasset. Is...

GLC02437.06864

to Henry Knox

Explains why he parted with a note of Knox's. May have given it to his son [Frederic] to help finance his son's business ventures (see GLC02437.07909). Discusses his own financial hardships, and apologizes for having to extricate himself from their...

GLC02437.07910

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for helping his son. Complains about a Major [William?] Perkins and his rude behavior. States whenever he tries speaking with Mr. Perkins all he gets is "old damd scoundel and Coars useage as I have not been used to..." Also discusses...

GLC02437.02429

to Henry Knox

Discusses a meeting Knox and his delegation are attending. Mentions a meeting held at the Green Dragon to deal with officers pay. Says a committee was appointed to draft a memorial to Congress and report it at the Society of the Cincinnati meeting...

GLC02437.04599

to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 18 June. Tells him not to worry about the taxes. Will make sure no land is sold by the sheriff to pay them. Wants to send a petition to the legislature, but needs to wait for Mr. [Nathan] Dane to arrive so he can gain...

GLC02437.05901

to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 4 and 11 January. Says Knox's son will not be seeing a dancing master as those instructions arrived too late. If he must go to Philadelphia, he will, "but I am closing the settlement of my Fathers Estate which cannot...

GLC02437.06029

to Henry Knox

Reports on the situation at Yorktown. Says a wagon load of clothing arrived for troops stationed there. The wagon driver and his assistant died of yellow fever and the townspeople decided to burn the clothing. Mentions meeting a party of troops...

GLC02437.05926

to Henry Knox

Writes to Knox concerning territory in the Ohio valley region and mentions surveys he took of the land. Entrusts Knox with his papers. States that he sent a copy of his papers to the Board of Treasury as well and is possibly negotiating the sale of...

GLC02437.10210

to Henry Knox

Written from "St. Georges," likely in or near present-day Thomaston, Maine. Writes to ask for an appointment to be keeper of the new lighthouse to be built on Franklin Island. Explains that he and his son are in financial trouble, and if he obtains...

GLC02437.08037

to Henry Knox

Jonathan Trumbull Jr., Washington's secretary, relays Washington's request that General Knox be at Head Quarters the next day due to some important business "of a very particular Nature" that needs discussion and to bring General [Jedediah]...

GLC02437.02059

to Henry Knox

Discusses a petition, currently in front of the Legislature, about the recent loss of the Hallowell Academy. Writes that an accident demolished the building, and hope the Legislature will provide some assistance. Thinks they will help the academy...

GLC02437.07908

to Henry Knox

Writes to Knox to discuss why Adams "dissented from the vote for an address to remove the two Judges." Includes the major reasons as to why he dissented, such as that the judges were only accused of "official misdemeanors," and that the Constitution...

GLC02437.07788

to Henry Knox

Sends Knox an "Estimate of the Expense of a House in the Eastern Country ... " States that "it is not an exact statement of such a one as you propose, but is sufficient to give a rough guess." Goes on to list all of the supplies to build a house...

GLC02437.04400

to William Knox

Discusses an upcoming visit from William Knox and gives thanks for an offer to take care of some business. Writes concerning further business ventures. Author of the letter possibly Leendert de Neufville, most likely related to the de Neufvilles of...

GLC02437.00807

to Henry Knox

Expresses surprise that the Continental Army has no knowledge of British General William Howe's location. Thinks it's possible, but unlikely, Howe intends to sail for Boston. Comments on the Battle of Bennington and the performance of General John...

GLC02437.00647

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox for permission to retain a few of the men who were assigned to help build his house since many of the men are sick and unable to work. Advises the sick be sent to the hospital and wants to know how the remaining men will draw provisions...

GLC02437.02520

to Henry Knox

Jackson writes, "...I have sent the Barge to convey you here- indeed if you have nothing definitive respecting an establishment, on the Troops in service, it is absolutely necessary for you to be here, if only for a day- many matters want your...

GLC02437.03007

to Henry Knox

Biddle tells Knox that he "got the Certificate for the Bank share passed through as soon as I could after the full time allowed by the regulations at the bank had Expired and should have transferred it but your power to me for the purpose has been...

GLC02437.07402

to Henry Knox

Transmits a requisition from New York for ammunition and says to send only what stock is deficient to Fort Schuyler. Written at "Head Quarters." At bottom, a note in the hand of Samuel Shaw reads, "Answered and the papers returned to the man who...

GLC02437.09354

to Henry Knox

States that while some men do not have proper winter clothing, Congress does not want to lose manpower, so they should remain in camp. Instead hopes to get as much use out of men whose enlistments expire soon, and then send them home. Also encloses...

GLC02437.09367

to Henry Knox

Discusses his experience with Congress, in particular, making forced compromises in order to bring about a successful end to Knox's business. "I need not tell you how happy I am that this matter is at last brought to a close. Instead of one, it...

GLC02437.02726

to Henry Knox

Reports on the conduct of a [soldier] named Parson Jones. Comments he believes Jones was a man of sedition both here and in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Believes if Knox personally admonishes Jones it would correct him. Notes he heard Jones speaking...

GLC02437.06157

to Henry Knox

Discusses matters related to the Ohio Company settlement at Marietta, including the possibility of defense against Native American attacks. Intended to send Knox a plan of Marietta, but was unable to draw one due to his injured or afflicted hand....

GLC02437.03962

to Henry Knox

After receiving an inquiry from the Continental Congress, General Heath asks Knox how many of the canons brought to Massachusetts from Fort Ticonderoga (for the Siege of Boston) were brought from Cambridge to New York, and how many belong to New...

GLC02437.00405

to Henry Knox

Colonel Henry Jackson recommends Captain Mullens, who carries this letter to Knox. Reports that Mullens is "an Irish gentleman & has been in the French Service for 20 years." Notes that Mullens seeks an appointment, and if he does not receive such...

GLC02437.00588

to Henry Knox

Discusses his attempt at publishing several sermons. Forwards one of his subscriptions for Knox's review and opinion: "If sir, you approve of it, I shall be gratified to have it honor'd with the name of so dear & valuable a friend." Notes how the...

GLC02437.05620

to Henry Knox

Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, discussing the case of General St. Clair (possibly Arthur St. Clair), noting that he wishes to answer St. Clair's letters with a reply that can be published. Comments that saying neither too much nor...

GLC02437.09346

to Henry Knox

Reports since the agreement had not been punctually performed, [Thomas?] Winthrop has the opportunity of making the performance [agreement?] more to his liking. Notes they have agreed upon the principles and the papers will be sent to Knox in the...

GLC02437.07583

to Henry Knox

Major Doughty acknowledges Knox's letter of 25 July. Doughty was worried about his parents who had word that he had died in a skirmish on the frontier (see GLC02437.04606 and GLC02437.04628 for Knox's correspondence with Doughty's family). Thanks...

GLC02437.04695

to Henry Knox

Declares that he is convinced of Knox's desire to help old and infirm soldiers (he is a colonel in the Invalid regiment). Writes, "I find by experience I have over rated my abilities in undertaking to remove boards from here to the Point; my horses...

GLC02437.01674

to Henry Knox

Forwards letters regarding the Ohio Company accounts. Writes that he has heard General Armstrong resigned from his position as a judge of the Federal Territories. Asks that if this is true, Knox put in a good word for "my friend Mr [Manasseh]...

GLC02437.03729

to Henry Knox

Writes that he has not replied yet to Knox because he expected to see Colonel [Jeremiah] Wadsworth in Philadelphia, but has not yet, and does not know when he will arrive. Declares that the newspapers will have informed Knox that Pennsylvania has...

GLC02437.03411

to Henry Knox

Marked "private." Informs Knox that since writing his public letter, he has waited on Mr. [Robert] Morris to acquire the sums necessary to buy cartridge boxes but he has "not obtained it or even an encouragement that [he] may soon expect it." Hopes...

GLC02437.01519

to Henry Knox

Encloses a letter addressed to Monroe from Colonel Joseph Martin (not present), who was formerly an Indian Agent for the state of Virginia. Explains that if the letter contains anything important, Knox would be the proper person to handle the...

GLC02437.05273

to Henry Knox

Letter written by Lafayette to Major General Knox. Letter of introduction for Chevalier de [Lameth], whose brother was severely wounded in the attack on the redoubts at Yorktown. Asks that he be introduced to "our Brother officers."

GLC02437.01385

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to explain to the new Secretary at War [Timothy Pickering] the pay scale and responsibilities Sargent had as Adjutant General under General [Arthur] St. Clair. Comments at length about some financial accounting with a Mr. Simmons.

GLC02437.06692