Download or read book Nathaniel Gorham to Henry Knox about Confronting Shays Rebellion and Requesting a Letter Passed on to His Daughter 29 November 1786 written by Nathaniel Gorham and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written from Charles Town, possibly Charlestown, Massachusetts, where Gorham was born. Asks Knox to deliver a letter he has enclosed to his daughter. Relates information on preparations Massachusetts has made to confront the insurgents associated with Shays' Rebellion. Describes how they thought the insurgents would stand and fight, but upon realizing that their reinforcements would not be joining them, they ran. Explains that it is happy for them they did not come, because the government had prepared its own troops to fight. There is now a good chance that a government force will overtake the insurgents; the government force includes Hichborn and Jackson (Benjamin Hichborn and Henry Jackson). Sends his best to Mrs. Knox. Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

Download or read book Nathaniel Gorham to Henry Knox about Shays Rebellion 31 December 1786 written by Nathaniel Gorham and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Received his last letter and shall endeavour to impress the sentiments therein contained. I shall be at Boston tomorrow & will se the Governor if possible. it will not be easy to have any considerable conversation with as he now has his councill in Town, in order I presume to prepare their arrangements for the protection of the Court at Worcester on the 23d of January- I have reason to think it will be spiritedly done- but as the success of the business in some of its parts may depend much upon secrecy I have avoided inquiry, as to particulars.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Nathaniel Gorham about Arms and Stores 24 December 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Responds to a previous letter by Gorham. Writes a long letter discussing the proposal to use the arms and stores in Springfield, Massachusetts against the Shays' rebels. Declares that he has not received word from the Governor [probably James Bowdoin, of Massachusetts], but if he does, he will submit it immediately to Congress. Asks that Gorham contact the Governor and relate Knox's opinions on the subject to him, and suggests that Knox himself might write a letter to the Governor about it. Adds that Gorham's daughter is conducting herself beautifully, and is beloved by all her acquaintance.

Download or read book Nathaniel Gorham to Henry Knox Regarding a Surgeon s Mate who was Waiting for an Assignment 24 November 1794 written by Nathaniel Gorham and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses John Gorham Coffin, who is awaiting his next assignment. Requests Knox to contact the gentleman regarding the matter. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature. Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

Download or read book Nathaniel Gorham to Henry Knox 30 November 1788 written by Nathaniel Gorham and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The close of the business relative to the Senators you must ere this have seen in the News papers considering the jumble it wound up very well every thing perfectly quiet and peaceable at present. Transmits a letter for Mr. Morris. Sends his regards to Lucy Knox.

Download or read book Nathaniel Gorham to Henry Knox about Gorham s Need for an Agent 29 September 1789 written by Nathaniel Gorham and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the difficulties he is having in finding an agent. Mentions asking Rufus Putnam, but he is so taken up with his Ohio concerns that I cannot prevail on him to undertake it. Has also tried to ask the surveyor, a Mr. DeWit, but he also cannot do the job. Is attempting to contact others to be present at the runing [sic] the line (perhaps drawing of land boundaries) in order to prevent any future land disputes. Asks Knox to help and inform the President of the steps I have taken - As I came from home with only two shirts & very little money in my pocket & without the least idea of coming thus far Mrs. Gorham will think I am lost. Stamped Albany twice, overlapping each other. Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

Download or read book Nathaniel Gorham to Henry Knox about Militia s Lack Or Artillery and Challenges of Moving in the Snow 13 December 1786 written by Nathaniel Gorham and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he had planned to write him a long letter but the Governor sent him on a consultation. Writes, There is no militia in Hampshire or Worcester that have artilery [sic] - & they are expecting soon to be called & advise not to take any from the arsenal untill the moment it is wanted & then to take what may be necessary- in the mean time to write to Congress on the subject - various reasons might be given why the Government party should not touch the public the stores- & at any rate not untill the moment the business is to be put at issue - however I hope there will be no necessity - as there is every reason to suppose the Insurgents disapointed [sic] & disheartened they are however some of them yet at Rutland - and the Roads are in such a state owing to the great quantity of Snow - that is impossible to carry artilery [sic] or even Men from hence - I am not clear that Government has lost any thing by delay - as the great Body of the People are now convinced that the [mob] must be suppressed by arms. Asks Knox to give Gorham's own daughter advice if he sees her behaving improperly. Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Thomas Dwight about Shays Rebellion 25 November 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he would have responded immediately to Dwight's last letter but was concerned that writing by the post might be injurious to Dwight. Discusses whether letters sent to him would arrive safely. Mentions the importance of news about the affairs in western Massachusetts (referring to Shays' Rebellion), and discusses whether the insurgents will take the oaths presented by the government.

Download or read book Nathaniel Gorham to Henry Knox on Business Government Bills and Presidential Appointments 9 July 1789 written by Nathaniel Gorham and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses a bill under discussion in the Court [probably the General Court of Massachusetts] dealing with revenue collection. Had planned to leave the following day for New York, but believes that he will have to delay the trip for business reasons. Expects to arrive in New York by Thursday, 16 July. Asks Knox to visit the President on his behalf and recommend a Mr. Melvil for a government appointment. Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

Download or read book Nathaniel Gorham to Henry Knox about Electioneering the Waldo Patent and Requests Help for His Brother 22 March 1789 written by Nathaniel Gorham and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports that he arrived home safely. Discusses the business of electioneering in publications, especially the apparent desire to slander General [Benjamin] Lincoln's name. Believes Mr. [Samuel] Adams has an equal chance of winning. Mentions business with the Flucker estate, including a bond that Mr. [Thomas] Flucker had against Gorham's brother, and another bond young Mr. [Isaac] Winslow had against Gorham's brother. Discusses financial negotiations and asks if Knox can intervene with Winslow on his brother's behalf. Sends his respects to Mrs. Knox.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Joseph Williams about Shays Rebellion 25 November 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses a recent letter from Williams. Writes that the recent acts of government will help contain the insurgents (referring to Shays' Rebellion, which happened in Springfield, Massachusetts in late September 1786).

Download or read book Letter of Consolation from Henry Knox to Catharine Greene 10 November 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Consoles Mrs. Greene on the death of her husband, General Nathanael Greene. Writes that he planned to console her in person, but due to unforeseen circumstances will be unable to do so. Declares that he loved the General very much, as she knows, and that he and his wife send their affections to her and her children.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Jeremiah Wadsworth about His Loan to Congress 29 November 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to Colonel Wadsworth regarding a loan Wadsworth and Robert Morris are arranging with Congress. Declares that Mr. [possibly Rufus] King will have explained everything, hopefully to Wadsworth's satisfaction. Wadsworth will receive a letter from the Board of Treasury and the terms of the proposed contracts. Knox has already showed the information to Mr. Morris, and he will be getting a letter as well. If Morris agrees to the terms, it will be absolutely necessary for you to repair to Philadelphia, in order to make your private arrangements with each other. Hopes he is able to make the trip without much difficulty. Refer to GLC02437.03357 for a related document.

Download or read book Stephen Higginson to Henry Knox with Updates about Shays Rebellion 25 November 1786 written by Stephen Higginson and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that since his last letter, the loan for raising men to oppose the Indians has been offered, and it has been debated for several days. The reference to Indians is code for the troops being raised to suppress Shays's Rebellion. Explains different positions on the subject. Mentions that Shays' Rebellion has factored into the discussion. Seems to think they will, in a few days, have the money necessary for enlisting the men. Encloses a newspaper article about the doings of the General Court (not present). Also discusses how well the government seems to be functioning. Recipient inferred from content. See GLC02437.03317 and .03336 for related information.

Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington with Updates on Shays Rebellion 21 December 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes, The insurgents who were assembled at Worcester in Massachusetts have disbanded- The people at Boston seem to be glad at this event and say it was the effect of fear- But the fact is that the insurgents effected their object, which was to prevent the Court of Common Pleas from proceeding to business. It is probable that the seizing some of the insurgents at Middlesex occasioned a greater number of them to assemble at Worcester than otherwise would have assembled merely on Account of preventing the common Pleas. Adds that it appears that the government planned to bring the insurgents to action but was prevented by uncommonly deep snow. Declares, The commotions of Massachusetts have wrought prodigious changes in the minds of men in that State respecting the Powers of Government every body says they must be strengthned, and that unless this shall be effected, there is no Security for liberty or Property. Hopes to see Washington along with Colonel [Jeremiah] Wadsworth in Philadelphia in a few days. Retained copy.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Jeremiah Wadsworth about Financing the Army and Shays Rebellion 13 December 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Has received Wadsworth's last letter, and so has the Board of Treasury. Hopes he will not delay coming; everything rests on him, as everything stops until he and Mr. [Robert] Morris sign the papers (they are preparing a loan to Congress). Writes, For Gods sake do not delay a single moment longer than is indispensably necessary. Discusses the Shays insurgents and mentions that he does not believe they will recede. Will write via Mr. [Rufus] King if he hears any more news. Also mentions several people who have been recently elected from Maryland to the national Congress.

Download or read book Report of General Knox s Letter to Dr Gordon 2 April 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Apparently an excerpt of GLC02437.03257, outlining an incident between General George Washington, the Comte de Grasse, General Rochambeau, General Henry Knox, and Lord Cornwallis. Note at top of page reads, Report of Genl Knox's letter to Dr Gordon, which the Dr has transferred to his history ii 255,256. outlining General Washington's letter to Count de Grasse, 'which,' says Knox, 'by some unaccountable means has been published.' Embossed seal in the upper left corner.