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20 August 1804
Sumner, Elisha, fl. 1804-1805
to Henry Knox
Writes that the bearer of the letter is one of four coopers he has engaged for Knox. Believes they are good men who will do a good job.
GLC02437.07876
26 September 1797
Sprague, John, fl. 1797-1800
Apologizes and explains that he was absent from court and therefore unable to tend to Knox's business. Noted as written in Lancaster, though the state is unknown.
GLC02437.07034
26 June 1774
Rivington, James, 1724-1802
Indicates that Dr. Morewood, who has been appointed by Dr. Norton to distribute Maredants Drops, seeks an agent for distribution in Boston. Rivington has recommended Knox. Also asks him to collect money from subscribers to his newspaper, Rivington...
GLC02437.00159
14 October 1783
Patten, Thomas, fl. 1777-1785
Asks Knox to discharge William Smith as he had been a prisoner from 6 July 1777 until the past July.
GLC02437.02655
1794
Noailles, Louis Marie, vicomte de, 1756-1804
Introduces a Spanish gentleman to Knox, who wishes to volunteer in the American army in the Indian wars. Date previously inferred, written in pencil.
GLC02437.08186
12 October 1804
Dutton, Samuel E., fl. 1803-1805
Discusses a variety of business concerns, such as a judgment against an Amos Mann, in favor of Knox, in a lumber dispute. Mentions several government resolutions recently passed.
GLC02437.07887
29 March 1792
Flint, Royal, 1754-1797
Has never written to Knox about their land speculation in Maine, as he relied on Mr. [William] Duer to relate his opinions to Knox. Is not sure if Duer and Knox remain close, so he will write to Knox directly. Tells Knox that General [Henry]...
GLC02437.05385
26 October 1794
Eustis, William, 1753-1825
Introduces Knox to gentleman from Livonia who is currently visiting the United States. Notes that a friend from England recommended the gentleman and Eustis was introduced to him in Boston, Massachusetts.
GLC02437.06228
24 November 1794
Gorham, Nathaniel, 1738-1796
Discusses a gentleman who is awaiting his next assignment. Requests Knox to contact the gentleman regarding the matter. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Signer of the U.S. Constitution.
GLC02437.06253
18 October 1793
Dane, Nathan, 1752-1835
Sends instructions for Knox's attorneys to deliver and receive deeds for lands in Maine. This involves squatters on his land. "Free" stamped and handwritten on address leaf with no signature.
GLC02437.05947
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