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9 April 1773
Wright, & Gill, fl. 1753-1798
to Henry Knox
Confirms receipt of payment. Wright & Gill was a London stationery company operated by Thomas Wright and William Gill.
GLC02437.00051
6 July 1793
Deblois, George, fl. 1793
Reports that Knox's agent, Nathan Dane, called on him yesterday to inspect the power of attorney Mr. and Mrs. [John] Wall gave to Mr. Winslow. Dane believes that Winslow can not use the power of attorney to sign over Wall's interest in the patent....
GLC02437.05904
19 June 1791
Ogden, Samuel, 1746-1810
Says he wrote to William Constable. Found out from a letter from Constable written to another person, that "He suspected that Jackson, and I, had a purchase in contemplation - how he discovered this, I do not know?" In his letter, Constable stated...
GLC02437.05010
5 March 1796
Bingham, William, 1752-1804
Discusses land purchase negotiations with Mr. [possibly Alexander] Baring. Also considers the purchase of Indian lands, though the location of those lands is unspecified. Writes that General [Henry] Jackson has been too busy lately to help with...
GLC02437.06653
6 April 1788
Gorham, Nathaniel, 1738-1796
Reports, "The Legislature is up- & no great damage done- tomorrow for electioneering-" Expects that John Hancock will retain his post as Governor of Massachusetts. Predicts that General Benjamin Lincoln or James Warren will be elected Lieutenant...
GLC02437.03832
23 April 1789
Hazen, Charlotte, fl. 1789
The wife of General Moses Hazen, Charlotte (she signs it "Charlot"), writes, "Mr Hazen I am informed has requested to see you about some business, I suppose from circumstances it is to consult you on the propriety of either going to Lake Champlain...
GLC02437.04187
1 November 1792
Leval, Rosalie Josephe Bacler de, ?-1811
Discusses the status of Frenchman's Bay settlement in Maine, stating that the settlers have demanded titles to the lands. Complains that Henry Jackson has refused to grant the titles until a survey of the land is conducted. Signed Bacler de Leval...
GLC02437.05683
6 February 1788
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
Jackson comments on the Massachusetts convention for ratification of the United States Constitution: "HUZZA HUZZA - as you must be anxious & to keep you from suspense a moment I have the extreme pleasure to inform you, that the grand question was put...
GLC02437.03788
3 February 1788
King, Rufus, 1755-1827
King discusses details of the Massachusetts convention for ratification of the United States Constitution. Reports that [John] Hancock supports the Constitution, and the Federalists rally behind Hancock's plan. Relates that Elbridge Gerry, who sat...
GLC02437.03780
22 February 1792
Walker, Benjamin, 1753-1818
Reports that as soon as he arrived, he gave paperwork to Mr. Harrison regarding the agreement with Madame de Leval. Explains that Mr. [William] Duer has been planning to leave for New Jersey but keeps delaying the trip. Upon learning this, he asked...
GLC02437.05324
8 December 1789
Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794
Shaw relates that three men have asked him to recommend them for the same office (Collector of Customs for Rhode Island). Shaw also knows of a fourth man applying for the position who did not ask for a recommendation. Of the four men, (Colonel Henry...
GLC02437.04429
9 September 1782
Trumbull, Jonathan, 1740-1809
Written from "Head Quarters." Jonathan Trumbull Jr. writes, "If you have done with the perusal of the Proceedgs of the late Commissioners, the Commander in Chief wishes you to return them to Mr. Holden, for the Inspection of Genl. [William] Heath...
GLC02437.01593
5 May 1787
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834
Letter provides a detailed update on French politics during the build-up to the French Revolution. Says he is busy in the Assembly of the Notables and has had little time to write. Says his recent letter to Alexander Hamilton will inform Knox of...
GLC02437.03542
9 January 1783
McDougall, Alexander, 1732-1786
Written by General McDougall to Major General Knox. Says nothing decisive about whether the half-pay pension issue has been decided. Says it took a week of travel to get to Philadelphia in bad weather. Wanted to lobby the delegates before the...
GLC02437.01819
4 June 1805
Gleason, John, fl. 1796-1811
Writes that Captain Benjamin Killeran [possibly "Kelleran," a relation of Captain Edward Kelleran] arrived at Thomaston with a delivery of pork and beef in barrels; discloses that the beef is very good but the pork is very poor. The Captain will...
GLC02437.07938
29 June 1788
Parkman, Samuel, 1752-1824
Signature is clipped. Creator indicated in docket. Discusses the arrival of the brig Columbia from Canton (present-day Guangzhou, China). On board the ship, there is property from [Samuel] Shaw "to be Improved in Building a Ship..." The ship is...
GLC02437.03917
29 March 1788
Swan, James, 1754-1830
Refers to his attempts to meet with merchants and manufacturers in France. Writes, "The reason why the French in this Quarter, have not been able to sell their manufrs. as low as the English, I saw in a moment,- there is not that invention & care...
GLC02437.03830
16 August 1794
Stagg, John, Jr., 1758-1803
Relays information he received from General [Anthony] Wayne, Colonel [Thomas] Butler, and Major [Isaac] Craig. Notes Butler reports the outposts are amply supplied with provisions and assures the officers and men have made great exertion putting the...
GLC02437.06171
23 August 1800
Ulmer, George, 1756-1825
Ulmer traveled with Robert Houston to see Paul Dudley Sargent and Oliver Parker, but did not get to see the Sheriff Thomas Phillips. Ulmer reports, "the Insurgents say they are two thousand strong --and keep spies out Continually to watch the...
GLC02437.07453
27 January 1806
Foote, Erastus, fl. 1778-1856
Writes to recommend Mr. Ephraim Wood, of Camden, to the Governor and Council, for the position of Coroner in Lincoln County. Believes it clear that they need a coroner, as they do not have one. Also, as he understands the ailing Samuel Jacobs will...
GLC02437.08000
30 June 1789
Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806
Apologized for any errors present in his last letter, which he had to write quickly. Discussed his desire for a government appointment with Mr. Thomas Robison, "the most respectable Character in this place, with whom I have been upon very friendly...
GLC02437.04263
3 June 1787
Discusses the Constitutional Convention. Relates that Daniel Jenifer, Daniel Carroll, and James Mercer are expected to arrive in a few days to represent Maryland. Writes, "Eleven states are represented, but we proceed slowly - I am unable to form any...
GLC02437.03563
circa 1860
Engraving of Henry Knox
One undated engraving of Henry Knox. Bust portrait of Knox.
GLC08878.0355
13 April 1796
Discusses business arrangements he is making with General [David] Cobb. Mentions the difficulties facing the Bank of the United States, as well as those who have to repay the bank money they owe. Comments on a variety of business matters, including...
GLC02437.06703
6 January 1788
Discusses the Massachusetts convention scheduled to meet in February to decide on ratification of the Constitution of the United States. Relates that the Boston Delegates to the state convention dined with [James] Bowdoin the previous Thursday....
GLC02437.03754
November 20, 1792
Duer, William, 1747-1799
Expresses his distress concerning the worsening situation of the Maine Eastern Lands. Feels pressure to meet the demands of everyone, especially Madame de Leval and Jean-Baptiste de la Roche. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.
GLC02437.05708
9 June 1787
Winslow, Isaac, 1709-1777
Discusses various issues relating to the Waldo patent, including correspondence with his cousins Isaac and Samuel Winslow, and Mr. [Edward H.] Robinson.
GLC02437.09166
29 October 1786
North, William, 1755-1836
Writes, "The people here smell a rat, that the Troops about to be raised are more for the insurgents than the Indians, however this makes no odds, every body seems to wish a strong government, & to believe the government can only be strengthened by...
GLC02437.03322
18 September 1777
Jackson declares, "...I am sure if we exert ourselves to the Southward & Northward as we ought to do that this Campaign will nearly bring the War to a Close, and establish our Independence." Reports he has heard news that Generals Horatio Gates...
GLC02437.00650
2 March 1788
Notes that he writes on this half sheet because it is Sunday and he cannot purchase more paper. Writes, "the Legislature of this State met in Wednesday last, [re] his Excellencies speech to them, it is highly approved off [sic], all is quiet & every...
GLC02437.03812
6 December 1788
Comments on politics, including the nominations for Federal Representatives. Writes, "Cobb will be the man for the District" (David Cobb). Predicts that [Samuel Allyne] Otis and Mr. Varnum (Joseph Bradley Varnum?) will be selected for Middlesex...
GLC02437.04044
11 January 1789
States "I believe their is no doubt who will be president and Vice - people talk pretty loud and open that Mr. J. A. [John Adams] must & will be the man for V - don't let this come from me - but you may be assured the other person [John Hancock]...
GLC02437.10219
26 October 1794
Discusses a business transaction involving [Thomas?] Goldthwait, [Thomas?] Edwards, Mr. [John] Bacon, and [Joseph] Peirce. Also mentions the amount of [bank?] notes paid out to various parties. Writes there is a gentleman here from the [Waldo]...
GLC02437.06230
26-28 February 1787
Two parts. First part written 26 February 1787. Notes he missed the post at Hartford, Connecticut and only has time to write a quick note. Describes how long and difficult his journey has been, particularly for Mrs. Swan, and says he will never go...
GLC02437.03471
22 November 1790
Randall, Thomas, ?-1811
Expresses his wish for Knox's safe arrival and settlement in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Says his marriage to "Miss Sears" is all arranged for the latter part of December 1790 or the beginning of January 1791. Expects to receive furniture from his...
GLC02437.04780
26 July 1782
Lincoln, Benjamin, 1733-1810
Written from the War Office. Has enclosed a resolve (possibly GLC02437.01501) regarding the Department of Commissary of Military Stores, and "shall be much obliged by your opinion what will be necessary in the department of field commissary of...
GLC02437.01504
13 January 1793
Received Knox's letter from 5 January. Has had several conferences with the committee over contracts. Received a paper from the committee for the sale of Eastern lands yesterday, which Jackson has copied and included in this letter. The committee...
GLC02437.05783
20 December 1788
Carrington, Edward, 1749-1810
Comments on the United States Constitution in Virginia. Notes that he was banished from the house of delegates, but returned to "one of the most antifederal assemblies that could possibly have been collected from amongst the people. This body met...
GLC02437.04057
13 September 1785
Discusses business relating to the Waldo patent. Mentions cousin[s] Isaac Winslow and Samuel Winslow, as well as attorney Benjamin Hichborn.
GLC02437.09132
6 November 1786
Parsons, Samuel H., 1737-1789
Written from Middletown, likely in Connecticut, as the postal stamp near the address reads "New Haven." Encloses a copy of Shays' circular letter (not present). Has heard from a friend that several towns have met to discuss the letter, and some...
GLC02437.03328
20 January 1788
Discusses the debt of Mr. Swan, possibly Colonel James Swan. Gives details of the Massachusetts ratifying convention, noting that "the printers are allow'd seats in the house for the purpose of taking down and publishing the debates from day to day...
GLC02437.03767
27 April 1785
St. John de Crevecoeur, J. Hector, 1735-1813
Crevecoeur, French consul in New York, delivers a letter from "the good Marquis," possibly the Marquis de Lafayette (letter not included).
GLC02437.03133
22 June 1776
Mason, David, 1726-1794
Lieutenant Colonel Mason relates intelligence from a private in the General's Guard named Lara Fraga, who claims several men in Captain Alexander Hamilton's company have enlisted in the "minesterall troops," meaning the Ministerial or British army....
GLC02437.00344
8 October 1782
Written by Lieutenant Colonel Carrington, quartermaster to Nathanael Greene's Southern army, to Major General Knox. Makes reference to Congressional military appointments. Expresses anger at some Congressional decisions involving himself, saying "I...
GLC02437.01652
15 March 1788
Jackson writes, "The General Court are yet seting, & in many instance they discover their old insurgent temper and principles, & cannot help shewing their teeth on almost every occasion that respects government- but I hope in god their day is short-...
GLC02437.03822
22 August 1783
Frothingham, Richard, 1748-1819
Written by Frothingham as Commissary of Military Stores to General Knox. Reports that to finish his business in Philadelphia, he met with Mr. Milligan, "who is Autheriz'd to settle the accounts of the department." Says the account cannot be closed...
GLC02437.02407
18 March 1788
Expected to write this morning, but was interrupted by deputies of the "dutch patriots." While he was speaking to them he says he had a copy made of his letter to the General, possibly referring to George Washington, and has enclosed it (not included...
GLC02437.03825
3 September 1792
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to William Knox [incomplete]
Writes that he is not a good correspondent and this lack "of duty on my part however does not arise from a want of affection." Mentions that a vessel escaped him a few days ago and the situation "mortifies me not alittle." Gives him some business...
GLC02437.10253
7 February 1783
Morris, Gouverneur, 1752-1816
Written by Morris as the Assistant Superintendent of Finance to Major General Knox. Wants to give him an update on affairs. Says "It has given me much Pain to see the army looking wildly for a Redress of Grievances" -- a reference to the half-pay...
GLC02437.01897
11 March 1792
Discusses the extensive financial trouble their mutual friend [William] Duer has recently found himself in. Explains payments he has received from General [Henry] Jackson respecting the Waldo patent lands. Has not seen Madam Leval and her...
GLC02437.05345
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