Download or read book Henry Knox to Henry Jackson on the Loss of Their Daughter and Gives Investment Instructions incomplete 16 August 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox writes that he and Lucy have lost their youngest daughter. Lucy's health is hurt by her grief but she is now better. Says he has been informed that Jackson has ignored Knox's warning and has not attended to his accounting with the rigidness that is required; therefore, he cannot say whether Jackson will receive any relief from Massachusetts. But he believes something will be granted by the Board of Treasury. Instructs Jackson to sell all of Knox's Massachusetts securities and invest in land speculation in New York. Does not believe there will be any significant rise in the value of his securities and therefore chooses to sell. States he would not have sold at present if it were not for the rare opportunity of purchasing the land and Knox's current ability of obtaining the needed cash. Believes his will double his profits within seven years.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Knox s State Securities 2 September 1787 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jackson is in charge of handling the sale of Knox's state securities, and he informs Knox several brokers have advised him to wait to sell them. Further discusses financial matters. Reports that the directors of the Ohio Company recently had a meeting (refer to GLC02437.03648). Jackson subscribed for two more shares. Writes, I am allmost serious when I tell you, I have thought of retiring to that wilderness & pass the remainder of my life. I am dissatisfied with the world- this last disappointment has made me unfit for anything... Writes that General [Rufus] Putnam is in Boston and plans to go to the Ohio Country in the fall. Sends his condolences for the death of Knox's daughter.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Henry Jackson incomplete 20 May 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses a letter received previously from Jackson and how sorry that he has not been able to respond promptly. Most of the rest of the page is illegible. Date and place writ from previous assessment. Watermarked G R under a crest.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on the Death of His Brother and Financial Matters 27 July 1796 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1796 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he is very upset at the sudden death of his brother, Joseph, which happened the previous Friday. Is traveling to Brookline to see his brother's widow and daughter. Touches on financial arrangements with Knox and with Mr. [James] Swan.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Troop Reductions 22 April 1787 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Knox that he has received the two letters he sent, regarding the disbandment of the troops. States that it is a cruel business - but I know it will give you pain, shall say nothing at this time on that subject. Discusses upcoming dinner plans. Also mentions a fire in Boston's Malt House.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Henry Jackson about Taxes and Land Sales 28 August 1793 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encloses a draft of a petition for a remission of the tax of 1786, which was for 437.10. Asks Jackson to consult Sullivan and Dane on the issue. Says the Winslows must also sign it. Gives him instructions on what to do depending on their reactions. Stresses he does not want him to sell land to pay taxes. Asks about his house. Letterpress copy.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Business and Financial Matters 27 September 1796 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1796 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he has received Knox's recent letters, and assures him he will try to help Knox in whatever way possible. Adds that he does not lack the will to help, but does lack the means. Declares that he was unable to avoid paying some of Knox's interest, but will try to avoid paying more interest if he can. Discusses helping Knox with obtaining supplies for a ship. Mentions financial arrangements with several people, including Samuel Waldo. Also reports the death of an acquaintance, Mrs. Geyer.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Henry Jackson incomplete about a Land Purchase 9 April 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reiterates that Mr. Duer and I myself authorized you and Mr. Flint to purchase for us and not for any other person - in relation to a land purchase. Continues discusses the circumstances surrounding the buying of the land. Mentions Madame la Val and that she is still working in New York to see whether any advances can be made her. Watermarked G R under a crest.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about the Expedition Against Shays and Funds 10 January 1787 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hopes to hear from Knox by the Saturday mail. Writes that the expedition against Shays and his supporters has a pleasing appearance. Funds have been raised for the expedition, a proportion of which will be used by the troops being raised. Asks him to deliver an enclosed letter (not present). Sends his respects to Mr. and Mrs. [James] Swan, as well as to Lucy Knox and the Knox children.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding an Investment Using Knox s Money 15 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: Promises to comply with Knox's wishes, likely referring to a recent matter in which Jackson invested 10,000 of Knox's dollars in notes without first consulting Knox. Plans to spend this day with General [William] Hull.
Download or read book A Distressed Letter from Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding His Investment of 10 000 Dollars Worth of Knox s Notes Without His Permission 1 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: Writes a distressed letter to Knox on the subject of his investment of 10,000 dollars worth of Knox's notes without his permission. Explains that he did not answer Knox's previous letters because he thought Knox was on his way to Boston, thus assumed the letters would fall into other hands. Expresses his regret that Knox did not come in person, but instead sent his brother William to collect the notes. Writes, The subject, the thought gives me pain- we have been acquainted for years-- excuse me Harry, its too tender a subject.... I wish never to see you-- my love to Lucy and the Children. Marked private on the address leaf. Free handwritten on address leaf with no signature.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Henry Jackson Regarding the Investment of 10 000 of Knox s Dollars 25 May 1788 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Signed H.K. Expresses extreme disappointment that Jackson has not responded to his previous letters. Jackson had suggested he should appropriate 10,000 of Knox's dollars [in certificates] to invest. Knox was alarmed by the suggestion, relating that he needs the certificates to settle important financial obligations. Writes, ...I must conjure you by every principle held sacred among men, that you instantly on receiving this letter inform me that the said certificates will be ready to be delivered to my order. Declares that the future comfort of his family depends on the certificates, and that he has postponed plans to travel to Boston in order to wait for Jackson's reply.
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 Knox to Henry Jackson Discussing Financial Business 21 November 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses financial business involving Judge Wendell. Also mentions selling Colonel Platt a bill at 30 days for [Dollar sign]625. Extensive docket, with accounting, in Knox's hand.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Henry Jackson Regarding a Lawsuit 18 August 1799 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1799 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox writes to Jackson of the letter he received from William Sullivan (GLC02437.07291). Discusses the case with Jackson. He asks Jackson to negotiate with those who owe him money. General Lincoln will have to pay the heavy judgements of Dorr... and Goddard.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Land Purchase and Financial Matters 17 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 and initialed by Jackson. References Knox's letter of 9 March. Tells him not to worry about the sheriff selling the land for taxes, as he heard he has no authority to do so. Says I wish you had closed your business with Mrs Laval as I want your mind relieved from her pressing and unreasonable importunities. Was hoping to receive information on the purchase by Soderstram and McComb as his note to William Tudor is due today. Assumes Tudor will demand payment tomorrow. Will fight Tudor's demands. Reports I expect to be able to obtain an Act of the Legislature respecting the admission of Foreigners in this Commonwealth - and also a modification of the articles of agreement - agreeably to Mr. Binghams memorial on that subject. Says if he can get these two points passed, it will help their speculation. Says some persons from Philadelphia put in an application to purchase a million acres between the Penobscot and Schoodie Rivers. The committee said they were unsure if they had the land to sell. Hopes Knox and Bingham will take measures to pay his [Dollar sign]5,200 note which is due 29 April. Mentions the present situation in Europe makes for good speculating prospects. Informs that other notes are coming due next week for the purchase of Mount Desert from Gregorie. Postscript suggests selling their last purchase if they can make a profit.
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Providing a Summary of Financial Transactions He Has Performed on Knox s Behalf 22 September 1796 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1796 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relates that he paid several bills Knox owed, including one to Mr. [Ebenezer] Dunton. Provides a summary of financial transactions he has performed on Knox's behalf. Also mentions that Dr. [William] Eustis has purchased for Knox a breeding mare.
