Henry Knox to Samuel Winslow about Waldo Patent Matters, 25 June 1793

Henry Knox to Samuel Winslow about Waldo Patent Matters, 25 June 1793
Author: Henry Knox
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Discusses bringing his business in dealing with the Waldo patent to a safe and satisfying conclusion. Wishes Winslow and Dane would prepare a plan for some safe remedy. Pages dotted with lots of black spots. Watermarked. Letterpress copy.

Henry Knox to Samuel Winslow Regarding the Waldo Patent and Government Appointments, 23 October 1789

Henry Knox to Samuel Winslow Regarding the Waldo Patent and Government Appointments, 23 October 1789
Author: Henry Knox
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Thanks Winslow for paying the arrearages of taxes on the Waldo patent and obtaining the deeds. Asks for further details concerning accounting matters, and discusses more business concerning the patent. Expresses his sadness that Winslow was not able to obtain a position in the revenue department. Encourages him by letting him know that he will have Knox's assistance if the opportunity presents itself.

Henry Knox to Isaac Winslow Regarding a Buyout of the Winslow's Interest in the Waldo Patent, 19 March 1793

Henry Knox to Isaac Winslow Regarding a Buyout of the Winslow's Interest in the Waldo Patent, 19 March 1793
Author: Henry Knox
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Signature is partially missing. Knox says Samuel Winslow is planning to draw two bills, each for [Dollar sign]250 at 15 days sight, upon him. The payment is supposed to be an advance for the money Samuel is set to receive for the buyout of their interest in the Waldo patent. Knox will accept the bills. Has written to his attorney Nathan Dane of Beverly, Massachusetts to draw up the necessary papers for the sale of the Waldo lands. Dane will call upon the Winslows for information. Reports that Samuel said it would be too much trouble to find out if there are incumbrances on their portion of the Waldo lands. Is personally willing to accept their solemn declaration on this point, but questions whether there ought not in this case to be legal evidence also? Considers the sale complete, except for the necessary paperwork.

Henry Knox to William Lewis with Legal Questions about the Waldo Patent, 22 July 1793

Henry Knox to William Lewis with Legal Questions about the Waldo Patent, 22 July 1793
Author: Henry Knox
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Asks four questions about issues surrounding the Waldo patent. The questions deal the legal paperwork of the late [Francis] Waldo, the uncle of Samuel and Isaac Winslow. Wants to take possession of the lands owned by Waldo. Also asks about the power of attorney of John and Hannah Wall. Expresses concern that Lucy Winslow, the mother of Isaac Winslow, did not assign her real estate to her husband.

Samuel Winslow to Henry Knox Asking for a Job with the Federal Government, His Hopes for His Family and Their Interest in the Waldo Lands, 10 June 1789

Samuel Winslow to Henry Knox Asking for a Job with the Federal Government, His Hopes for His Family and Their Interest in the Waldo Lands, 10 June 1789
Author: Samuel Winslow
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Writes that he has for sometime been unsure how to ask Knox whether he might help him find a position with the federal government, preferably near where he lives. Would like to bring up his sons to be educated and respectable enough to remain in genteel society. Imagines that one of his friends might have already recommended him to Knox. Believes that Knox might suspect his employment in a public office might distract him from their mutual interests in the Waldo patent lands, but Winslow believes that this should not be a problem. Adds that Knox knows how much Winslow wants the new government to succeed. Would especially like a position with the revenue department.