Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Giving Recent News and Complaining about the Price of Goods 12 June 1777 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Repeats news he mentioned in a letter from 8 June. Discusses the capture of several British ships with Hessians on board, and asks if he can enlist some of them for service. Comments on various ships, and mentions receiving money from Henry's brother William for Henry's share in the Newbury, apparently a privateer. Notes that Samuel Bradstreet has been accused of being a Tory, and Doctor Boyle is to be sent out of the country. Declares, if the Court does not do something for us, we shall never raise our Regt. it is not money that will get the men... money is as plenty as dirt- there is nothing but what is better than money- Harry you have not the least Idea of the price of goods... Complains of the exorbitant prices charged for goods, and proposes a system in which the military could purchase goods at a lower rate.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding British Movements 10 July 1777 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Replies to a letter from Henry from 21 June, in which Knox discussed British movement in detail. Agrees with Knox, that the British in the New York/New Jersey area will form a junction with the Northern [sic] Army. Worries that General George Washington had misleading information, believing William Howe intended to march to Philadelphia (Howe did not march to Philadelphia; refer to Knox's letter to Jackson from 21 June). Expresses misgivings regarding the loyalty of Native Americans near Fort Ticonderoga: These devils will let their Friendship be what it may- will always take up the hatchet on the strongest side. Declares that if Howe captures Philadelphia, Albany, and Ticonderoga, it may help the Continental cause: it would Brake up all our dam'd money makers, who are making their Fortunes on the ruin of their Country. Complains of the poor pay for soldiers and officers in the Continental Army. Discusses his regiment. Gives details of an Independence Day celebration held the previous Friday. Reports that a maritime prize landed in Marblehead [Massachusetts] with Jamaican Rum.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox with War News 1 April 1777 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Received Knox's letter via Captain Shaw, and was pleased by Knox's good spirits. Hopes to defeat the British, but worries about the lack of manpower, hearing that Washington only has 4,000 men. If this is the case you must expect a whipping very soon. Hears that there are only 1,200 men and no field officers at Fort Ticonderoga, that Indian skirmishes there have cost many American lives, and that Colonel Baldwin the Engineer was taken prisoner. Unless action is taken he fears this most important post on the Continent may be lost. Colonel Crane lost his struggle to be permitted to use the town bounty in recruiting men. Without the bounty he will lose fine men he could otherwise recruit. Nothing has been done about raising their three battalions, and the legislature says nothing will be done until fifteen other battalions are raised first. Thinks this point will never come, and wishes Washington would order these battalions raised quickly. Worries his young officers will leave if the situation remains stagnant. Has a number of boys learning the drum and fife, but nothing for them to do.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Commenting on Elections in Boston Family and Supplies for the War 22 May 1777 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colonel Jackson writes to Brigadier General Knox in Morristown, New Jersey. Chides Knox for not writing to him through the last post. Comments that Boston will choose representatives the same day he writes. Expresses relief that Henry's wife, Lucy, and their child recovered from a recent bout of smallpox. In closing, requests Knox to procure an order for the Cloth & Arms & other necessary's for my Regt- dont forget I shall be ambitious to make as good an appearance in field... Relates that in future letters, he will sign as your friend, due to the danger of correspondence falling into enemy hands.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Battle of Ticonderoga and News from France 19 July 1777 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colonel Jackson asks, What think you of the loss of Ticonderoga, it is in general believ'd here, that that Fortress was sold to the enemy- as for my part, I shall suspend my Judgement till I can hear more of the particulars. Discusses recent news from France that all France is Arm'g their Fleet and Army... to assist America. Also notes that a private letter from Dr. [Benjamin] Franklin to a gentleman in America suggests that a War was inevertable, (possibly inevitable). Mentions the British recapture of their frigate the Fox, which had been taken by the Americans earlier. Notes that unless the court assists, he will not be able to fill his regiment. Asks about the affair of the Frenchman, declaring that if du Coudray is appointed the head of artillery. Declares that du Coudray is appointed in Knox's place, all the Majr Generals must resign.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on News of Family and Friends 30 September 1798 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1798 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expresses his disappointment at not hearing from Knox and tells him about mutual friends and their families.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox with Privateer News and Price of Sugar 5 August 1776 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1776 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rebukes Knox for calling him a lazy scoundrel for not writing at every post. Discusses privateering news from a man named Captain White in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and provides an account of ships and cargo seized. Notes that the privateering has affected the price of sugar. Responds to Knox's suggestion of raising a regiment of artillery, but plans to write more on it in the future.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox with News of Congress and Fears of Funding Business Plus Some News from Thomas Vose 4 July 1790 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes, The time taken up by Congress in fixing the permanent seat of Government, and the situation of the Funding business has caused a great uneasiness & clamour amongst the people, and of that Class that have been the firmest supporters of the government ... every mechanick & Tradesman conceives that their being out of employ is wholly owing to that circumstance - and the distress of that class of people in the several seaports in this State is very alarming - in this town it is melancholy to see the poverty and wretchedness of the inhabitants... Reports that Captain Vose, managing affairs on Knox's lands in present-day Maine, informed him that the people who live there are behind in their payments. They will not make any payments until the Massachusetts General Court decides on a petition related to the land. Relates, a Spanish War remains as it did...

Download or read book Incomplete Letter from Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Ongoing War 12 May 1777 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colonel Jackson discusses military details, noting that the Court, (referring to the Court of Massachusetts) has ordered the draft of every seventh man from towns that have not met enlistment quotas. He has persuaded the court to allow drafted men to choose which regiment they will join. Notes that General George Washington has ordered him to send weekly reports of his (Jackson's) proceedings. Wants Knox to apply to George Washington to give an order on his behalf for arms and accoutrements. Asks Knox other military advice, noting, as I have never been in the Service I wish to be as regular as possible, in all my proceedings, & Shall be ambitious to enter the field with as much reputation as possible for your sake, as well as my own. GLC02437.00591 and GLC02437.09451 were originally one document.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Expressing Disappointment that Knox Will Not be in Boston 1 February 1795 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1795 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expresses disappointment that Knox will not be in Boston but states that to clear the way for you I have settled with nearly all Mr. F.s creditors - most likely referring to some money owed. Discusses land business. Gives his love to David.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Henry Jackson on Recent Movements of British Troops 21 June 1777 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lengthy letter written at Camp Middlebrook. Replies to an earlier request from Colonel Jackson to enlist Hessians from a captured British ship: I have not mentioned to the General your request to be permitted to enlist some of [the Hessians], it is so repugnant to the good of the service and your own reputation... Discusses General William Howe's recent movements, and General John Sullivan's Continental force in Princeton, New Jersey. Is confused by the movements of the British. Assumed they intended to march to Philadelphia, but they instead fortified their position at Middlebrook, New Jersey. Notes that Mr. Howe, instead of marching to Philadelphia found himself almost blockaded in an open flat County. If Howe had attempted to march on Philadelphia, Knox asserts he should probably had twenty five thousand or thirty thousand militia upon his back... Describes Howe's retreat, at one a.m. the morning of 19 June. While Howe plundered on his way, he was intermittently followed and attacked by American militia. Predicts Howe to attack on the North River (the Hudson). Reports that General John Burgoyne is active near Fort Ticonderoga, and Genl Howe must make an attempt or push for a junction. Notes that the enemy, by all appearances, is leaving New Jersey.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Financial and Political Matters 22 June 1788 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Knox that the final note is in Nourse or Hillegas's office (Jackson sold [Dollar sign]10,000 worth of Knox's notes without his permission and attempted to retrieve them at Knox's request). Expresses hope that New Hampshire will adopt the Constitution (New Hampshire in fact ratified the Constitution 21 June 1788). Reports that the General Court of Massachusetts (the Massachusetts legislature) will remain adjourned until September 1788 at which time, he hopes, they will be able to give orders to the people to choose the members for the General Government. Obtained a resolve from the General Court that he hopes will make up for the loss I have sustained by pledging myself for the clothing & supplies to the late Federal troops- Docket indicates answered the 29th and assured him the note 1045 was not ever received at Nourses office. Marked private on the address leaf.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing Payment of Contracts 5 June 1792 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Refers to an earlier letter he sent to Knox in which he discussed payment on one of their contracts. Urges Knox's immediate compliance, because a lady (likely Madame de Leval) spoke with some evilminded persons who may try to overturn their negotiations based on the idea that they cannot pay. Resolves that he will not yield one inch of ground in their deliberations.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Business Political and Economic Matters 15 August 1785 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colonel Henry Jackson writes to his close friend General Henry Knox on a variety of topics. Writes I have been Lasey it is true, but cool weather is coming on & I shall be more attentive in future. Discusses the sale of some hardware goods Knox had obtained and the price for which they have been selling in England. Mentions matters of local politics, including letters between the governor and Congress and also disparaging remarks against our friend B. made in the newspaper. Comments on difficulties with new currency at the bank. Discusses a local dinner party. Finally, describes the current state of their friend Samuel Shaw, Knox's former aide-de-camp, who is exceeding dull & meloncolly due to difficulties settling his late father's estate. Has asked Mr. [possibly Robert] Morris to take his goods out of his hands. Adds, He frequently converses with me on the subject. I endeavor to keep him up. I wish you could find a berth in your office for him he is ill except of any thing if he can be with you. He considers you, his friend & Father. Sends regards to Mrs. Knox and their children.

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding the Return of 10 000 of Knox s Dollars and His Apologies for Causing Knox Any Distress 29 May 1788 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jackson previously suggested that he invest 10,000 of Knox's dollars [in certificates]. Knox was appalled by the idea, and severely criticized Jackson for his suggestion (refer to GLC02437.03877, GLC02437.03876 and GLC02437.03866). Jackson writes, good god to think that [I] should have done a thing to cause you so much distress, is worse than death to me- nothing shall be wanting on my part to recover the notes- your sending your brother- Harry I dont know what to say my mind is so distress'd-

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Money 12 January 1794 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Asking for News and Discussing the Declaration of Independence 15 July 1776 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1776 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wants Knox to write more frequently to keep him updated on activities in New York. Remarks that at Last the grand Question of Independence is determined and I hope every true American will support it with his Life and Fortune. Comments on smallpox afflicting the Continental troops and the lack of news about the privateer he discussed in his previous letter (GLC02437.00370). Date of 15 July 1776 from docket. Header of letter only dated July 1776.