Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Requesting Samuel Andrews Becomes Ensign 22 March 1791 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Requests that Knox choose Mr. Samuel Andrews to be appointed an Ensign to the vacancy of Mr. Joseph Peirce. Nominates Mr. Samuel Hall of Boston as an Ensign. Nathanial Balch, Jackson writes, will send a letter to Knox on his son's behalf as well. Notes at the end that he will write more later concerning the 2nd Regiment.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Travel and Making Sure Samuel Ogden Doesn t Embarrass Them 6 June 1791 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Appointment of Marshal and Discussing Government Appointment 8 May 1791 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Received Knox's letter of 2 May 1791. Thanks Knox for his promise respecting the appointment of Marshall. Jackson believes that another, unrelated Mr. Jackson will try to hold on to that appointment along with the other appointment he holds. Says, I have no fears in this head as the President will not approbate so great an impropriety as one man holding two Offices under the government. Goes on to discuss the issue of government appointments and the problem with choosing some men and leaving others out. Explains that were the Deputies appointed by the President, they would have some claim upon his patronage, but in the present case they have none. Knox is the only person that Jackson trusts with his request. Jackson would like to visit Knox but his mother would be greatly distressed.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox with Opinions on Recruitment at Seaports Organization of Officers and Poor Pay 20 March 1791 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tells Knox he looks forward to his visit to Boston in the early summer. Updates Knox on various news from the Boston/New England area. Gives his opinion on the organization of the officers and warns Knox that the small salary allotted to the troops would make it difficult to obtain proper men for the service. Knox could look to the seaports and stragglers in the Country, but they will be the refuse of Creation. Mentions that Samuel Ogden left Boston for Philadelphia.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on George Washington Knox s Health Samuel Shaw s Trade Ship and the Eastern Lands 12 July 1789 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he is sorry to hear of the situation of your poor little fellow Washington, but as I did not hear from you last evening, I please myself he is better, which I pray god may be the case... Sends news of their mutual friend Shaw, who is home and will be disappointed if he does not meet with the kindest reception from his sweetheart and so states that Knox must prepare the way. Goes on to describe Shaw's ship (the most perfect ship ever built in America) and nomination of officers. Notes that the Impost Law is passed & approved by the President... Mentions the trouble Knox has been having with settlers on his eastern land and sends his love to Mrs. Knox and the family. Watermarked L Paine and with a hunting horn in a crest with G R underneath.
Download or read book Henry Knox Congratulates Samuel Smith on His Secretary of Navy Appointment and Recommends Henry Jackson as Naval Agent 15 April 1801 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1801 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Congratulates Smith on his appointment as Secretary of Navy. Recommends his friend Henry Jackson be appointed to the office of Naval Agent. Describes Jackson's background and notes his contribution to the war (Revolutionary War).
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Business and Family Matters 31 March 1793 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Offering to Help Appoint Officers to the Army and the Lottery 27 March 1791 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers his assistance in appointing officers to the army. States, I believe but few are so well acquainted with the late Officers of the American Army as I am, and I do assure you, I should have been highly gratified to have assisted you in the late arrangement... Says he cannot account for [John] Doughty declining the appointment as Lt. Colonel Commander. (See GLC02437.04875 and .4891 for related documents.) Knox has asked Jackson how he feels about his position in the 2nd Regiment. Admits he exceedingly dislike[s] his situation but he does not believe that being Lieutenant Colonel Commander would make him any happier. Updates Knox on news from Boston and gives his opinion on various commanding officers such as Captain Nathaniel Stowe who commands a good ship but would leave her to have the command of a Company. Again tells Knox that you will find it difficult to recruit the Man in this quarter on the encouragement given, and it is the most unfavorable season of the year to Beat the Drum. Hopes Ogden returned to Philadelphia safely and is currently enjoying Knox's company. Talks of the success of the lottery. The Lottery is very rich as you will observe by the State of the Wheel in the inclosed paper. Joseph Peirce is disappointed in not hearing from you respecting the Sale of the Estate.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Samuel Shaw William Eustis and an Old Debt Owed to the Flucker Estate 31 March 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: Reports that he has had a conversation with Dr. [William] Eustis, and that Eustis would find a particular (unnamed) circumstance highly pleasing if it came to pass. Informs Knox about the progress of Samuel Shaw, who is sailing again to China. Also discusses a 17- or 18- year-old debt owed to the Flucker estate. Reports that he should be able to secure its repayment if he can find the note explaining the debt, but asks if Knox has any knowledge of this issue or wishes about how to handle it. Adds that his father is still alive but cannot continue many days.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox with Updates on Recruitment and the Committee on Petitions from the Patent 13 March 1791 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acknowledges receipt of Knox's letter of 27 February 1791. Comments he is anxious in finding out about what appointments will be made and when. Notes he has heard many reports respecting raising troops but nothing concrete has taken place yet. We have had many reports with respect to raising of Troops &cc but nothing authenticate. a few days more, will bring this secret business to public view. Tells Knox that the Committee on Petitions from the Patent have reported, and after some alteration by your friends in the house it was accepted, but you have nothing to fear from it, they never can be able to effect their purpose... Thinks Knox should take up the issue of the Canal again, as the idea has many supporters. Notes that Samuel Ogden, after much trouble and anxiety, has finally finished his business with the State and is preparing to return to Philadelphia. Reports that no Major General has been chosen yet, but as the Governor's interest is opposd to me, on account of Cincin - &cc I shall have no expectation of succeeding.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Concerning a Prisoner and a Potential Peace 22 February 1783 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Knox that he is sending Doctor Robert Tucker, a very bitter Tory & a great enemy to his country, so that he may be confined in the Provost at West Point & Secured in any other mode you may think necessary. Also mentions that there has been talk of peace in New York and that he hopes to hear very soon about the end of the war. Written at [Delevans] Crompond, possibly in New York.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding the Committee for the Sale of Eastern Lands 1 September 1791 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Making Recommendations for Military Appointments 25 March 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: Has enclosed a letter from Mr. William Hunt recommending Mr. John Patten for an appointment in the federal troops. Jackson is not acquainted with Patten but declares that he seems well-suited to be an officer. Reports that General [William] Hull knows him. Also recommends an [Ebenezer] Kent for an appointment. Place not listed, however, another letter (GLC02437.05376) written on the same day places Jackson in Boston.
Download or read book Note from Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Requesting New Dimensions for a Frigate 16 December 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: Requests Knox gives Colonel Clayborn his permission in writing to change the dimensions of timber used for building a frigate. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Undercover Letters Form Swan and Mr J J s Children 20 March 1791 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Knox he received Knox's letter of the 20th but has not received the two letters under cover from Mr. Swan that Knox said were coming. Insists that Knox has very wrong Ideas respecting Mr. J.J.'s situation his Children are all well provided for, & he a large property in the [illegible]. - but I don't believe he will accept to be 2d. to Mr. S.
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.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Introducing Major Samuel Gatchell who Wants a Position on One of the Customs Cutters 14 December 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: Notes this letter will be delivered by Major Samuel Gatchell. Tells Knox that Gatchell is interested in an appointment to one of the cutters ordered by Congress. Attests to Gatchell's reputation and honor.
