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| Author | : Henry Knox |
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Download Start of a Draft Letter from Henry Knox to Joseph Peirce, 11 November 1794 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Writes, When I saw Colonel Walker in New York, which was in the street he informed me that[.] Part of the letter appears to be missing, although the letter does not appear torn or damaged. Possibly the beginning of a draft. Brief note in the docket about a purchase. Letter is unsigned but appears to be in Knox's handwriting.
| Author | : Joseph Peirce |
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Download Joseph Peirce to Henry Knox on a Missing Receipt and a Recommendation for the Navy, 20 October 1794 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Informs Knox he did not receive the receipt on Palmer's note. Discusses a financial matter regarding when payments are to be made. Recommends a young man for a position in the Navy. Letter is marked as private.
| Author | : Joseph Peirce |
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Download Joseph Peirce to Henry Knox about Military and Business Matters, 22 November 1781 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Had wanted to write earlier but was afraid a letter might not reach him. Informs Knox that his brother William left for France on the 20th. Before he left, Knox's brother William left Peirce various papers and empower'd me to transact his affairs in his absence, at the same time wished me to inform you thereof. Promises to forward letters he has since received from William. Discusses the surrender of Cornwallis: The taking of Lord Cornwallis' Army is an event of prodigious magnitude, such as may produce a peace at a much earlier period than the most sanguine could expect. Discusses the siege at York and the humiliation of the British. Mentions General John Burgoyne and General Benjamin Lincoln. Includes a long list of items William Knox left in his care and discusses William's business ventures in Europe.
| Author | : Joseph Peirce |
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Download Joseph Peirce to Henry Knox Regarding Building Work on Knox's House and Congressional Elections, 5 November 1794 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Informs Knox he paid William Griffin for 30 sheep and grass seeds. Notes he also furnished Griffin with materials to finish Knox's house on Brigadiers Island, present day Sears Island, Maine. Discusses the election and comments it was magnificent. Provides a tally of all the votes in possibly the Congressional election. Marked as private on the address leaf.
| Author | : Henry Knox |
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Download Henry Knox to Joseph Peirce, 11 January 1794 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Discusses proprietors and states that it must be defered as soon as possible in order to give time to obtain an aqcuitable [sic] decision or compromise with the state. Mentions issues with taxes and employment of new people. Waterstained in the top and bottom right corners. Second and following pages have blurry ink. Watermarked J Watt & C Patent Copying/Sold By J Woodmason/London. Letterpress copy.
| Author | : Joseph Peirce |
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Download Joseph Peirce to Henry Knox Regarding Legal Difficulties with a Land Deal, 24 November 1794 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Discusses legal difficulties involving land deals. Mentions having difficulties finding the original mortgages and/or deeds. Notes the courts are not wanting to accept copies. Appears to have negotiated some land for Knox in the sum of [dollar sign] 1500. Marked as private on the address leaf.
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Download Henry Knox to Joseph Peirce about Supplies from France, 19 March 1794 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Writes about continuing to receive supplies from France. Seems annoyed about changes in the arrangements, stating [t]his therefore had better be the course of the business that is to descend upon the agreements ... in Paris. Discusses Mr. Dunton, writing that I believe him to be a good workman but I am apprehensive he is too greedy - a stipulation therefore must be made that such a workman as I shall appoint at my own expense shall measure the work - and decide any differences. Mentions payment of employees and other such business concerning the construction of the building. Letterpress copy.
| Author | : Henry Knox |
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Download Henry Knox to Joseph Peirce Regarding the Payment of Debts on the Flucker Estate, 6 December 1794 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Mentions he enclosed (not included) a draft for [Dollar sign]1500 from the Bank of the United States. Inquires about the total sum of [Mr.?] Flucker's debts. Knox is possibly referring to Thomas Flucker's estate. Mentions Isaac Winslow's mother received some money on behalf of Knox for the Nottingham West lands, present day Hudson, New Hampshire. Appears to direct the money to be paid on [Thomas?] Flucker's estate. See GLC02437.06252 regarding Isaac Winslow's letter informing Henry Knox of payment on lands located in New Hampshire.
| Author | : Joseph Peirce |
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Download Joseph Peirce to Henry Knox on Business and Real Estate, 11 November 1791 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Writes that his last letter was shipped on board a schooner, upon which he also shipped a variety of merchandise. Regrets that he hasn't had a line from Knox in some time. Includes information related to the business and real estate world, such as the news that Mr. [James] Bowdoin declined receiving the dividend due to his Fathers Estate (may be speaking about Governor Bowdoin's son, as the Governor died in 1790). Provides information on Knox's Waldo patent lands in Maine, and the legal struggles relating thereto.
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Download Joseph Peirce to Henry Knox about Delays with Knox's Petition and Updates on Knox's Other Law Suits, 10 February 1794 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Marked Private at address leaf. References Knox's letter of 22 January. Reports that Knox's petition about the taxes has not been taken up yet because the committee chairman, Nathan Dane, has been taken up with Senate business. Says that Mrs. Goldthwait is dead, which will prevent Genl. Jacksons accomplishing your wishes for a little time. Believes it will not be a problem because his petition is just & reasonable. Updates Knox on the suit with the ten proprietors. Is on the lookout for the farmers and gardeners Knox requested. Wants to know when they should arrive. Tells Knox he confused the name Hale with the name Hall. Says that Mr. Hale is a gentleman from Portsmouth he hired to present Knox's petition to the New Hampshire legislature.
