Download or read book Rufus King to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts 3 February 1788 written by Rufus King and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: King discusses details of the Massachusetts convention for ratification of the United States Constitution. Reports that [John] Hancock supports the Constitution, and the Federalists rally behind Hancock's plan. Relates that Elbridge Gerry, who sat in on the Massachusetts convention for a short time, has remained nearby but has not been invited back to the convention. Expects the decision for ratification to be made in five or six days. Declares, You will be astonished when you see the list of names, that such an Union of men has taken place on this Question- Hancock will hereafter receive the universal support of [James] Bowdoin's Friends, and we tell him that if Virginia does not unite, which is problematical that he is considered as the only fair candidate for President. Signatory of the U.S. Constitution.
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about the Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts and the Different Attitudes of Those who Oppose It 14 February 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: Reports on Massachusetts' adoption of the Constitution of the United States. Writes, It may with great truth be asserted that no subject was ever more candidly debated- Many of the minority express their determination, of inculcating the principle of union among their constituents. Categorizes those who oppose the Constitution into three groups: the insurgent interest, the desperate debtors, and honest men, without information whose minds are apprehensive of danger to their Liberties. Encloses a paper containing a description of the demonstration of Joy by the Boston people on the occasion (not present). Notes that New Hampshire's ratification convention assembled the previous day.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Robert R Livingston Giving Details of the Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts copy 10 February 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: Later copy of GLC02437.03793. A note at the top of page one states, Recd. from Mr Bancroft Feb 1857. Knox relates details of the Massachusetts ratifying convention: On Wednesday the 30th ultimo, Mr. Hancock was well enough to take his seat in the convention. On Thursday he brought forward the proposition for adopting the Constitution, and for recommending certain alterations agreeably to the paper herein enclosed [not included]. The propositions were seconded by Mr. Samuel Adams, and committed to a large committee being Federalists. Notes that the friends of Hancock and [James] Bowdoin have united on the issue. Reports, Handsome things are said of the open and decisive conduct of Mr. Hancock and also of Mr. S. Adams, notwithstanding his neutrality in the first part of the business.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Robert R Livingston Giving Further Details of the Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts 13 February 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: Later copy. A note at the top of page one states, Recd from Mr. Bancroft Feb 1857. Knox reports, The new constitution was adopted in Massachusetts on the 6th instant by a majority of 19. The whole present 355- 187 for it- 168 against it. The minority behave with magnanimity on the occasion declaring they will support it with their lives and fortunes- The Boston people have lost their senses with joy.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward Carrington about the Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts 14 February 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: Informs Carrington, a Continental Congressman, of Massachusetts' ratification of the Constitution. Reports that those at the convention who previously opposed the Constitution have declared their intention of uniting their influence in support of the constitution. Notes that [Elbridge] Gerry, who sat in but did not participate in the Massachusetts ratifying convention, has also pledged himself to the Constitution. Discusses the interests of some of the Constitution's opponents. Encloses papers describing the celebration in Boston after its passage. Notes that the New Hampshire ratification convention met the previous day.
Download or read book Constant Freeman to Henry Knox about Business Matters and Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts 3 February 1788 written by Constant Freeman and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks Knox for previous correspondence. Reports that Mary McNeill received Knox's certificate, and has given General Henry Jackson duplicate receipts (Jackson handled some of Knox's business affairs). (See GLC02437.03662, .03670, .03675, .03708, .03772, and .03784.) Of Massachusetts' possible ratification of the Constitution, writes, The great question on the new proposed Constitution, comes before the Convention the next day after the morrow. I need not tell you how anxious are the friends to good order & government on this occasion. It is believed that it will pass with a small majority. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Rufus King Discussing the Possible Ratification of the United States Constitution by New York 13 July 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: Discusses the possible ratification of the United States Constitution by New York: I have received no letters from Colonel Hamilton or any others of the convention, that will warrant the idea in any degree- but there has been a buz for a few days past that the convention would adopt the constitution and afterwards state strongly some material amendments...
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts and New Hampshire 17 February 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: Hopes to be able to inform Knox by the next post that New Hampshire ratified the Federal Constitution as every account from that quarter gives encouragement to that effect. Of Massachusetts' ratification, writes, ...the Federalists in this State increase daily and there is every reason to think that the people at large (except the Insurgent Interest) are fully satisfied with the Ratification, however some persons may say to the contrary. Comments on [James] Swan's debt and asks about his copper contract with the Treasury. Notes that his appointment to Federal regiments has almost financially ruined him.
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Reporting Progress on the Ratification of the Constitution 14 January 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: Knox updates Washington on various state conventions meeting to decide on ratification of the United States Constitution. Writes, The new Constitution has hitherto been as well received as could have been expected considering the various existing opinions prejudices and parties in the respective states. Reports that Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Connecticut have all voted in favor of ratification. Mentions Jeremiah and James Wadsworth, both part of the Connecticut convention. Thinks Connecticut's decision to ratify will influence the Massachusetts convention (Massachusetts ratified the Constitution 6 February 1788). Discusses political factions in Massachusetts, including the commercial part, the Eastern part, and the insurgents and their favorers... Notes that Samuel Adams, one of the Massachusetts state ratifying convention members, has declared opposition to the Constitution. Comments on his rheumatism. Knox's retained draft.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Egbert Benson about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts 20 January 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: Knox reports on the proceedings of the Massachusetts Constitutional ratification convention. Notes that there are 150 decidedly for the constitution, about 120 decidedly against it- and about 50 or 60 who appear to determine to hear all that can be said on both sides and then vote as they shall think right, Mr S Adams is in this class.- on the whole it is highly probable that the Constitution will be adopted. Expects the decision to be made about the Constitution in less than a fortnight. Location inferred.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Rufus King about His Politics 17 August 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: Apologizes for missing King when King recently traveled to Boston. Discusses the possibility that King will remain in Massachusetts (perhaps to serve that state in government). Knox and [Nathaniel] Gorham both agree King should instantly demonstrate [his] intentions by purchasing a home in Massachusetts.
Download or read book Rufus King to Henry Knox with News of the Constitutional Convention 27 May 1787 written by Rufus King and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: King discusses the Constitutional Convention: Seven states assembled on the 25th and appointed Gen. Washington President & Maj. Jackson Secretary of the Convention. If Connecticut, Georgia & Massachusetts are represented tomorrow, we will have ten States - I hope this will be the case but the event is uncertain - No proposition has been agitated except in private conversation, and excepting the mere organization of the convention we are as when you left us. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature. Signer of the U.S. Constitution.
Download or read book Comfort Sands to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in New York 3 February 1788 written by Comfort Sands and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sands reports that he has just returned from the New York Legislature, and that Mr. [Egbert] Benson has asked him to relay that both branches agreed to hold a convention to decide on ratification of the United States Constitution. The convention is scheduled to meet at Poughkeepsie in June. Benson asks Knox to inform Boston.
Download or read book William North to Henry Knox Reporting on Preparations for the New York Constitutional Convention 13 February 1788 written by William North and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Notes that he received correspondence from Knox. Writes, ...before I opened it repaired to a club which is established here for hearing news, smoking tobacco, & drinking grogg. As there were antifederalists in this body, I thought the paragraphs in you letter respecting Sam Adams might be read with good effect... Relates that he had hoped Massachusetts would ratify the Constitution by a greater majority. Reports that Anti-Federalists in New York are preparing for the New York ratification convention. Complains that Governor George Clinton fills up every post with vagabonds... the Centinel... and other publications against the Constitution are scattered all over the County, while the federalist remains at New York, & not a single piece (of which there are many more intelligible to the common people) is sent abroad. Though the docket dates this letter to February 13, 1787, the content clearly indicates that the year is 1788.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln Discussing the Constitution 13 June 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: Reports that he forwarded a letter from Lincoln to John Jacob Faesch. Discusses the Constitution, noting that no state has thus far rejected it except for Rhode Island. Writes, Thank Heaven America has a proposition for a government which in case of a storm would shield the principle of liberty... from the rude attacks of anarchy and tyranny. Relates that eight states have adopted the Constitution, and there is reason to believe Virginia will also choose in favor of ratification. Comments on Anti-Federalists in New York and the likelihood that New York will adopt the Constitution. Notes The real disposition of New Hampshire seems to be concealed regarding ratification. Congratulates Lincoln on being elected Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts.
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox on the Vote in Massachusetts and Virginia on Adoption of the Constitution 5 February 1788 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, discussing the vote on whether to adopt the Constitution in Massachusetts and Virginia. Copy made 8 February 1854.
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Expressing Support for Ratification of the Constitution 10 February 1788 written by Edward Carrington and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written in Manchester, a present-day neighborhood of Richmond. Comments on the state conventions held to discuss ratification of the United States Constitution (Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, and Virginia). On Virginia, writes, My situation here is in the midst of Mr. Henries influence, and I find he has pretty well prepared the people for being his blind followers- his demagogues are loud in their clamors against the Constitution, professing a determination to reject unless amendments can be had even at the hazard of standing alone... (referring to Anti-Federalist Patrick Henry). Writes, Without consulting the extent of my influence, or the hazards of facing the Torrent, I have thought it my duty to make an unequivocal declaration of my sentiments in the Counties with which I am immediately connected, and shall endeavor to fix the minds of the people upon the preservation of the Union as the first object...
