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5 January 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Requests Knox to inquire about coining four tons of silver that Jackson has in ingots. States he is also curious if the Treasuring Department would be willing to purchase the silver from him for the same rate they pay per ounce. Notes he would prefer selling the silver to the Treasury Department rather than having it coined. Says if Knox cannot do this to pass the letter to [David] Cobb. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06293

12 December 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Congratulates Knox on his retirement. Writes, "When you once get engaged in your own personaly [sic] business you will then be fully convinced of the propriety of the measure & of the sacrifices you have made of your Interest & property for twenty years past in serving and ungrateful public." Also advises Knox to be in Boston before the 10th to bring his business before the legislature. States, "the Legislature meet tomorrow - it will be every thing [sic] to you to make an attack before your Enemys [sic] have time to rally. - delays are dangerous." "Free" stamped on address leaf with…

GLC02437.06300

January 14, 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox the legislature will rise before the 19th and Knox needs to come to Boston, Massachusetts immediately. Notes how important the situation is for Knox and his family.

GLC02437.06306

January 25, 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Encloses a letter (not included) from Mr. [Leonard] Jarvis informing Jackson that Knox's request has not been determined by the Committee yet.

GLC02437.06326

February 1, 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

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.

GLC02437.06336

February 22, 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that the letter contains extracts from surveyors concerning a specific tract of land (not included). Expresses his wish for Knox to have as much information concerning this business as possible to help guide him.

GLC02437.06359

5 March 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox the surveys on the back tract of land along with letters from the Committee have been forwarded to him. Volunteers to travel to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania if Knox thinks it necessary, but say the trip would be inconvenient. Continues to discuss land business and mentions his confidence in Mr. Swan.

GLC02437.06367

22 March 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Long narrative about how Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox, has been misbehaving in Boston and spending money excessively, particularly on clothes. Reports during one Henry's weekends with him that Henry "evaded and deceived me (Jackson) in every instance... his act and address, - the improper company he kept both male & female, seldom coming home until 11 or 12 O Clock - pockets full of money, and showing me in every instance, gave me great distress & uneasiness..." Reports after this incident he had a very pointed conversation with Henry and told he needed to return to Hingham the…

GLC02437.06375

10 May 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses financial matters, particularly bonds and payments relating to land.

GLC02437.06411

7 July 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he is talking with a surveyor about getting a survey for land. Writes about a six year old mare he sent to a friend and mentions a treaty, most likely the Jay Treaty (signed in Nov. 1794). Also mentions British and Bermudian privateers who have been attacking American ships.

GLC02437.06459

24 July 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Sends Knox a surveyor to do a survey of a particular tract of land and asks Knox to extend his hospitality to him.

GLC02437.06470

27 July 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks about a mare he had sent Knox and describes her. Discusses other financial business.

GLC02437.06476

7 August 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he would like to visit him, but is unsure of when he will be able to. States that people "speak of your hospitality and attention in the warmest tones - indeed they represent you as living in the stile [sic] of an Eastern Nabob, with your doors open to receive & welcome the passing stranger - " Goes on to discuss financial business. Expresses his dissatisfaction with a treaty, most likely Jay's Treaty. Writes "Treaty or no Treaty, that[']s the question - damn the Treaty - I believe it will thro' this Country into the greatest confusion & disorder."

GLC02437.06486

23 October 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that his house (Knox's) should be finished around the 30th, presumably of October. Continues to discuss business matters such as mortgages.

GLC02437.06547

27 July 1796

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

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.

GLC02437.06792

22 September 1796

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

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.

GLC02437.06821

15 September 1796

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses financial matters in great detail. Mentions a visit from the Bingham family (referring to William Bingham), noting that they were "delighted with their tour to the Eastward."

GLC02437.10326