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13 February 1781
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Benjamin Lincoln
Later copy. Discusses the status of troops throughout the New England states and a victory at Cowpens, South Carolina.
GLC02437.00888
30 October 1780
Later copy. Discusses an exchange of prisoners, of which General Lincoln is one. Writes about a battle in Charlotte, North Carolina in some detail and mentions various other campaigns in the South. Written in Camp Bergen County.
GLC02437.00848
13 January 1788
to Henry Jackson
Reports that he seems to be recovering from a recent illness. Transmits a letter to Mrs. McNeill related to financial matters. Asks Jackson to "wait on Mrs. [Mary] McNeill and take duplicate receipts for the said certificate." Asks Jackson to write...
GLC02437.03759
16 May 1790
Confirms that he was out of town the previous week and that this is why he was unable to respond to a previous letter. Reports that he will forward Jackson's circular letter during the coming week. Declares that Jackson has "involved me in an...
GLC02437.04609
23 June 1791
References Jackson's letter of 16 June (GLC02437.05003). Says "so far so good." Will be sorry if the General Court says the Committee can only sell 2 million acres. Hopes he can secure more, "But be sure [to] take one million on Penobscot."
GLC02437.05025
26 June 1791
References Jackson's letter of 19 June (GLC02437.05012) which contained the proposals of the committee for the sale of 2 million acres east of the Penobscot River. Says that without maps he cannot give a precise opinion upon the proposed boundaries...
GLC02437.05029
29 July 1791
Encloses a conveyance of the purchase on eastern land Jackson and Flint made for him and Duer (not included). Asks him to sign and return it as soon as possible. Will have a legal instrument drawn up tomorrow for the 100,000 acres Jackson is to...
GLC02437.05091
17 November 1791
Discusses the purchase of townships in Maine related to the Waldo patent lands. Authorizes Jackson to purchase them according to terms he proposed. Inquires after land owned by a Colonel Jones. Advises him on other business transactions, and...
GLC02437.05241
19 December 1791
Declares that it is essential that he conclude an agreement with the Committee on the Legislature regarding townships in the Waldo patent lands. Discusses potential prices for the purchase of the lands in Maine, as well as ways to negotiate the...
GLC02437.05265
28 August 1793
Encloses a draft of a petition for a remission of the tax of 1786, which was for £437.10. Asks Jackson to consult Sullivan and Dane on the issue. Says the Winslows must also sign it. Gives him instructions on what to do depending on their...
GLC02437.05916
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