Henry Knox To Samuel Freeman Concerning Land Ownership 15 January 1786

Discusses a variety of business matters. Mentions the value of the lands of Falmouth, possibly referring to lands in Maine in possession of descendants of Samuel Waldo, a relative of his wife Lucy Knox (these lands may be distinct from the well-known Waldo patent lands). Declares that he believes the family values the land highly, and would like to take a trip to Falmouth the present year to see it and compare it to other lands in the area. Comments on his fears about taxation, and asks that Freeman write to his friend General [Henry] Jackson about payment for an advertisement. Also mentions that he has written to Philadelphia to inquire about the fire engine Freeman mentioned.