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Download Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding Business, Family and North Carolina, 13 December 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Discusses a proposal that they had put together and writes in detail about showing it to [James] Bowdoin, John Pitts, and [Sylvanus] Bourne. Declares, I think we have but little hopes of success - Comments on other business transactions. Gives news of the adoption of the Constitution by North Carolina: By a vessell in five days from North Carolina we have the pleasing intelligence that that State has adopted the Federal Government by a majority of 118... yesterday all the Bells in town were put in motion on this joyous event. Encloses a newspaper from 12 December (not included). Relates that he previously sent Knox fish with directions for [casking] it, but forgot to tell him. Thinks Lucy Knox and Catharine Greene probably had a good laugh because of his absentmindedness. Asks Knox to refer his daughter, Lucy, to an article written by Celadon in the newspapers he encloses.
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Download Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Business and Family Matters, 31 March 1793 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Signed twice by Jackson. References Knox's letter of 20 March. Has heard nothing from William Tudor since the last letter he forwarded to Knox. Relates that his note to Tudor was due 17 March. Reports that [Thomas?] Adams the printer informed him that the article in a North Carolina newspaper Knox was asking about was inclosed to him by a Gentleman from Pensylvania. Adams would not give the gentleman's name, nor confirm it came from Philadelphia. Jackson believes he can find out the name if Knox wishes to know. Refers Knox to William Bingham's letter about their land concern. Wants to go to Maine with Knox, and reminds him they are embarking from Portland now as a packet now runs regularly between there and Boston. Says I am anxious for your present situation but hope & pray for the best, you will let me know when all danger is over, that my mind may be releived from its present fears & apprehensions. Says he intends to visit a Public Exhibition of the Students at the Hingham Academy. Will see Henry Jackson Knox there who Henry Jackson refers to as my boy. Reports that the boy needs steadiness, but that he has improved upon his language, manners & deportment. Speaks highly of the boy and hopes he will continue where he is until he enters Harvard. Is very much against the boy going home for the summer. Continues letter on 1 April. Encloses correspondence he has had with Judge Sullivan. This will show Knox the situation they are in since they have not made the [Dollar sign]30,000 payment as their contract stipulates. Hopes Knox will consult Bingham on the subject. Reminds him the [Dollar sign]5,200 note is due 29 April.
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Download Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Business and Family Matters, 17 July 1791 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
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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.
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Download Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Government Appointments, 13 August 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Discusses his disappointment with apparently not receiving a government position, but knows that Knox did everything in his power to help. Would prefer, if possible, to be appointed in the Revenue department. Comments on the appointment of General [Benjamin] Lincoln and of Mr. Lovell. Mentions the severely hot weather they have recently experienced in Boston, and sends his love to Mrs. Knox and the rest of the family.
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Writes that he received Knox's last letter: I rejoice with you & your family in the prospect of your being so soon well & a perfect cure effected. After reading his letter, showed it to Ben [Hichborn], who declared he has written to Knox about their business. Writes, On Wednesday morning the Bells in this Town were set a Ringing in Honor of the Day - the Birth Day of the New Government, and a [general] joy ran through the whole of the inhabitants of this City - I believe there is not a more Federal Spot in Union. - We are momently expecting an Express from New York, announcing the Election of John Adams, Esq. VP this will being very pleasing to him & perfectly gratifying to all the people in this quarter. Discusses celebrations surrounding Adams's election. Mentions the activities of their friends, and declares that Governor [John] Hancock is still unwell. Adds that the Supreme Court continues to sit, which is preventing Hichborn from leaving town with Jackson to visit Knox in New York. Does not think that he will be able to be with Knox when General [George] Washington arrives in New York, as he had hoped. He and their friends send their love to Knox and his wife. Docketed by Knox.
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Download Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Investments and Fishing, 27 December 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Discusses issues with the eastern lands and the need for Knox to act quickly. Mentions that the price of state paper has gone up since Jackson last wrote to Knox and that Continental Certificates are going backwards. Says he will not purchase any notes until he hears back from Knox. Also mentions fishing, saying let me know what you are after - possibly some fish may come to my hook - I should like to be baited & ready for them - you know I like Salmon - Wishes Knox and his family a merry Christmas.
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Download Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about His Financial and Legal Affairs, 20 December 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Discusses the financial affairs of a Mr. Pemberton, noting that Pemberton's estate is in the hands of overseers (of Boston), and the interest was to be given to the relief of such poor persons as had formerly lived in genteel life... Notes that the demand against their acquaintance, a Mr. F., is thus in the hands of the overseers. Discusses additional financial matters. Refers to a proposal placed before Mr. [James] Bowdoin, noting that Jackson did everything in his power not to leave the papers with Bowdoin. Promises to put the proposal before [John] Pitts when he returns to town, but adds that Knox has little hope of success unless he agrees to furnish each creditor with a copy of the proposal. Notes, for my own part I dislike leaving with [the] papers. Notes that General Webb and Doctor Andrew [Craigie] are both at Boston, and are engaged in financial speculation. Gives the details of the wedding of Lucy's friend Charlotte.
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Download Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Matters Relating to Family, Friends and Government Appointments, 19 July 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
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.
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Download Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about the New Government and Waldo Land Business, 29 March 1789 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Thanks him for his recent letter. Comments on Knox's accusation that Jackson did not write him when he was supposed to, but provides an excuse. Writes, What a misfortune, that the new government is not yet formed - the Feds are uneasy, & the Antis are rising tip toe in consequence of the delay - however, we keep up our spirits and hope for the best. Discusses the election of the Vice President, and the desire of the people of Boston to support the Federal Government. Reports that he and Benjamin Hichborn are delayed in departing for their visit to New York because Hichborn must remain on the Supreme Court, which is still in session. Mentions that Captain [Thomas] Vose has not returned from the eastward yet, but has written friends that he likes his situation (as one of Knox's agents in the Waldo patent lands). Discusses his attempts to locate high quality fish. Sends his love to Lucy Knox and their children.
