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| Author | : Henry Jackson |
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| Release | : 1798 |
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Expresses his disappointment at not hearing from Knox and tells him about mutual friends and their families.
| Author | : Henry Jackson |
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| Release | : 1788 |
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Relates family news. Mentions Knox's daughter, Lucy, and Mr. Winslow and family, and encloses several letters (not present).
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| Release | : 1789 |
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Thanks him for his recent letter as well as the letters he enclosed. Relates that one of them was from Jackson's sister, and it related news of the death of his 17-year-old niece. Discusses the recent illness of Knox's daughter Julia, but believes she is out of danger. Writes about their friend Mr. [James] Swan, who is in Europe, writing a book. Mentions the lavish welcome the governor gave the French squadron currently at anchor in Boston Harbor. Is concerned that he has bothered Knox too much on the subject of obtaining an appointment, and apologizes if he has. Mentions a letter he wrote on behalf of Mr. [Moses Michael] Hays (see GLC02437.04356), recommending him for a job.
| Author | : Henry Jackson |
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| Release | : 1785 |
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Writes on several topics. Mentions that [Samuel] Shaw will leave soon for New York and that Jackson has delivered to Shaw all of Henry Knox's brother William's luggage. Mentions that Governor [John] Hancock, his wife and family, and several others will depart the next day for New York, and that while most of them will take other methods of transportation, he intends to proceed all the way by Land, the season of the year & the roads must be much against him. Discusses financial matters, particularly bank notes of his and Knox's which he has not yet disposed of because of their current low price. Explains how he handled the problem. Says that there is no other new business, and sends his love to Mrs. Lucy Knox, the Knox children, and Henry's brother William Knox.
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| Release | : 1785 |
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Writes on a variety of subjects. Reports that Governor [John] and Mrs. Hancock will set out in a week for New York, and that he dined with them last week at their mutual friend Ben Hichborn's. Showed Hichborn the letter he received from Knox detailing Hichborn's appointment, and his heart was filld with gratitude for your particular attention to him he said many things of my friend that was very pleasing to me. Reports that [Samuel] Shaw will leave tomorrow and that he will write a letter for Knox to be carried by Shaw. Sends his love to Mrs. Lucy Knox, their children, and Knox's brother William.
| Author | : Henry Jackson |
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| Release | : 1790 |
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Sends Knox a copy of the Boston Gazette (not included). Writes about recent stormy weather, which has prevented Samuel Shaw from setting off on his trip. Provides some news on family and friends.
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| Release | : 1789 |
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Has received Knox's recent letters and is happy to hear that Knox's son's health is improving. Discusses the best way to send letters to Knox now that new rules are in place. Describes the recent Commencement at Cambridge (possibly referring to Harvard University), in which the Governor appeared. Has enclosed some newspapers. Writes that soon the Officers for the Collection of the Revenue will be appointed, and he is really anxious because so many people are applying for those positions. Mentions that their Wednesday evening club is at an end, as several members have moved out to the country, but that all their friends send their love to him and to Mrs. Knox. Hopes to hear by the next post that Washington (likely Knox's son George Washington Knox, mentioned above) is out of all danger.
| Author | : Henry Jackson |
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| Release | : 1793 |
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| Author | : Henry Jackson |
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| Release | : 1786 |
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Writes a friendly letter on a variety of topics. First, mentions that [Samuel] Shaw has set sail for the East and wishes him God's blessing. Hopes that he returns safely to his friends and is richly rewarded; hopes that a Mr. S. does not disturb Shaw with his overbearing temper. Goes on to discuss some business concerns, including a visit to Mr. [possibly Joshua] Loring. Wishes Knox and his family well and, as promised, asks him to come visit in the spring. Says that the Winslows are excited for the visit. Explains that he is so tired of this world, and if Knox and his family were to move to the country, he will quit every thing & follow you, in you I have a firm & sincere friend & I am unhappy at our separation. I wish for nothing more in this Life, than to be your nearest neighbour. I am here in a large round of acquaintance, & every one suppose's I am perfectly & completely happy, but they are all mistaken. Wishes he could retire, or be a soldier again. Mentions that Governor [John] Hancock is recovered and will set out to New York soon. Reports on the General Court and local taxes. Mentions that all Knox's friends are well and asks that Lucy Knox writes to Mrs. Swan in regards to an apron Mrs. Swan sent. Sends love to Lucy, Knox's brother William, and the children.
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| Release | : 1785 |
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Writes that he has received Knox's last letter. Reports that he has heard from a friend of Henry's brother William Knox, in London, that William should be arriving in America any day. Discusses matters of finance: As the Bank is now calling in the whole of the monies due to them, the new money has become of equal value to gold & silver. Declares that he feels he must sell Henry's notes in order to pay what they owe to the bank, though he regrets the sacrifice Knox will have to make for this. Reports on the financial trouble of other firms. Mentions that Mrs. Swan has received a letter that Knox sent to her husband, Mr. Swan. As Mr. Swan is away, Mrs. Swan acknowledges receipt and sends her love to Mrs. Lucy Knox. Ends the letter affectionately: My best regards to Lucy & your dear little family. I miss you very much. I want you here my dear Harry I want a friend that I can rely on, not a dog to love me. I hope it will be so orderd, that some time or other we shall meet again & live near each other untill the great Trump shall blow & then I am certain we never shall separate.
