22 December 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Called on Mr. [Stephen?] Higginson about a bill, but he declined accepting it. Received a letter from Colonel Tyler on his tour of Knox's Maine lands. Says "he will write you again respecting the conduct of some persons on the patent and the manner they are waisting [sic] and distroying [sic] your property." Wants to pay Tyler $2 per day for his 52 days of work. Heard that Congress is bringing forward a new militia law. Wants Knox to keep him in mind for any appointments. Declares "I am desirous of being in a permanent & respectable situation of fifteen hundred or a thousand dollars…

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29 December 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 18 and 21 December. Says "your determination to make your brother work is of the first importance to you & him - and the only means in my opinion to drive of his gloom and the inactivity of his mind." Says Henry Jackson Knox spent a few nights with him last week. Heard from Henry's teacher that "he had conducted very well since his return from New York." Sarah Lyons Flucker asked for another 50 dollars, which he sent. That makes $200 since Knox was last in Boston. Says she appears to have a want of economy. Makes reference to the carpenters working on…

GLC02437.06011

5 January 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 25 December. Sends holiday wishes. Will try to give Madame Laval's draft to Mr. Higginson, but fears it will go badly. The trial involving the ten proprietors will be handled with due care. Says an error in the summons will give them time. Makes reference to notes coming due. Will see Isaac Winslow respecting the deed Knox mentioned. "Free" handwritten on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06020

6 January 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Knox

Heard that Dr. Appleton leaves today by stage for Philadelphia. It is rumored that his father "has sent on by him to resign his office as Loan Officer in this state - and from the influence of the Father, the son expects that appointment." Jackson thinks that David Cobb should be considered. If Cobb does not like the loan office, a shift in personnel should provide an opening he does like. Wants Cobb considered first, "but after him I wish you to think of me."

GLC02437.06022

January 12, 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 31 December with a note for $2,000 enclosed. Reports that Colonel Tyler is in Vermont and will write Knox fully when he returns. Wants Knox to examine the enclosed plans on his house in Maine. Says that Knox's son is with him. He conducts himself "with propriety." Mentions receiving $135 from Mr. Higginson.

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January 20, 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports he parted with bills worth $1,636 to pay one note for $1,000 and two other notes for $300 each.

GLC02437.06030

January 26, 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 15 January. Makes references to various financial transactions. Forwarded the whole of Peters's survey to William Bingham last week. Says the weather is so cold the ink is freezing in his pen. Reports that the new theatre in Boston will open tomorrow. Says "it is one of the most Elegant & beautiful buildings on the Continent." Mentions that Samuel Breck will be particularly astonished. Says the bills to build the theatre have come to $35,000. To finish the assembly room will take an additional $5,000. Wants to know if Knox received the beef, butter,…

GLC02437.06033

10 March 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he did not receive his note or Mr. Swan's letter until last Saturday. Explains he is unable to make a trip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania unless it is absolutely necessary. Requests Knox to mention his name to an unnamed minister if an opportunity presents itself. Discusses going to the bank to see about a $2000 discount. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06060

13 March 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Requests Knox to deliver the enclosed (a letter?) to the French Minister, Mr. Fauchet. Asks Knox to speak highly of him when he speaks with Mr. Fauchet or Mr. [LaForet], believes it will give him additional strength to his situation. Reports he and Knox received a discount from the bank on some notes for 60 days. Comments on the high praise the Preceptor gave Henry (most likely Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox) and of Henry's part in the next exhibition. Describes the new satin and silk clothes he sent Henry as extravagant, but says Henry is a good boy and deserves happiness. Writes that…

GLC02437.06061

27 March 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he will deliver Captain [Thomas] Vose and Mr. Ebenezer Dunton their letters once he copies them. Cautions Knox on how large and costly his house will be. Writes the house "will be much larger than a Country meeting house and with all the economy & attention probably it will cost more money than you have an Idea of or ought to be expended on a house in that country - besides which, the frequent alterations you have made and are daily making are attend'd [sic] with very great expense & will increase the bills..." Explains the inside of the house is almost complete and…

GLC02437.06069

31 March 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses attending a public exhibition at the Highland Academy where Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox, will be performing. Also mentions he will be taking Henry Jackson Knox to dance lessons like Knox requested. Believes the cost of Knox's house will be between $8000 and $10,000 and Knox's family will never reside there for more than one season. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06070

13 April 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports Mr. Robinson, Mr. [Ebenezer] Dunton, Mr. [Henry] Simpson, and several laborers have set sail for St. George's [House]. Informs Knox he sent Mr. [Thomas] Vose a new ox cart and Mr. Vose expects the workmen to keep two teams in constant employ. Provides information on salaries paid for the construction of Knox's house. Also, mentions invoices totaling $400 for materials. Warns Knox his house will cost twice the amount of what he expects. Relays a story about the construction of a theater costing twice the estimated amount. Discusses the performance of Henry Jackson Knox, the son…

GLC02437.06078

22 April 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the cost of Knox's house and mentions he hopes he is wrong and Knox is correct on the estimated cost. Informs Knox he got a second opinion on the construction of Knox's basement and they all agree the basement should be made of stone. Notes both Mr. [Ebenezer] Dunton and Mr. [Henry] Simpson arrived last week at St. George's [House] with their work crew and that Mr. Robinson will be arriving anytime. Suggests Knox appoints him as superintendent of arsenal for the United States. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06082

28 April 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox the contractors and Masons; set the house in its current spot instead of moving it as Knox had requested. Discusses the letter he sent to Mr. [Thomas] Vose regarding supplies. Notes he informed Vose to purchase supplies from suppliers who are indebted to Knox. Also mentions banks are calling in their loans but Knox may be able to renew a portion of the loan. Informs Knox a Captain Scott arrived from London with some papers. Discusses full freighted ships sailing to the United Stated and the war in France (French Revolution). Mentions he never received the letters or papers…

GLC02437.06087

4 May 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he has enclosed original agreements with this letter but wants Knox to return them. Requests Knox contacts Mr. [Thomas] Vose about purchasing material (most likely for his house, Montpelier, being built in Maine). Also notes he will send Knox an abstract of the expenses. Suggests Knox visits St. George's [House] (Montpelier) by summer and offers to accompany him. Discusses one of Knox's outstanding bank notes and mentions covering it with his own note and receiving a possible discount.

GLC02437.06090

8 May 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses bank notes (most likely belonging to Knox) that are due. Encloses an abstract of expenses for the construction of Knox's house (Montpelier). Mentions he purchased the materials for Knox's house at the best rate. Writes, "This said house now erecting at St. Georges [House] - Covers more ground - has more rooms in it, and larger rooms - more windows, doors - fire places, and is a much larger house in every respect than any other private house from Philadelphia to Passamaquody [sic] (Passamaquoddy, Maine)…I think the house too large and costly." Mentions Mrs. [Sarah L.] Flucker…

GLC02437.06091

15 May 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses discounts on bank notes and drawing money from Knox's exchange account. Mentions receiving a letter from Jon David and that he says he enjoys being a sailor. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06097

18 May 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports Knox's house (most likely future estate at Montpelier) should be completed by September. Mentions they have as many hands working as possible and as Captain [Thomas] Vose can keep employed. Notes he can hire more hands if Knox wishes. Encloses a letter he received from Captain Vose, complaining about Jackson withholding money for supplies on Knox's house. Discusses having James Sever command one of the continent's ships. Comments on Sever's good character and experience commanding ships. Reports he (Jackson) will follow his duty regarding an embargo.

GLC02437.06099

1 June 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Advises Knox to prepare his plans for the barn and stables (Montpelier). Mentions Mr. [Ebenezer] Dunton will be on hand to prepare for the work and to secure the timber. Notes the left over timber from the house might be salvaged and used on the barn. States he does not believe Captain Seavor will accept a lieutenancy. Discusses various bonds he has drafted and the recent election held in Boston, Massachusetts. Mentions the people's agitation with the advancement of the British.

GLC02437.06110

13 July 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he can obtain a Hingham Packet (boat passage) if Knox gives him a few days warning. Recommends Knox obtains a Newport Packet over a Hingham Packet, regardless of the higher price. Notes the Newport Packet comes fully furnished and makes quicker time in and out of the harbor. Mentions there have been delays on the construction of Knox's new house (Montpelier) due to heavy rains. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06144

5 October 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Congratulates Knox and Mrs. [Lucy] Knox on their newborn son. Wishes both mother and son well. Requests Knox to purchase for him at the cheapest possible price, plate glass for the new Assembly Room, in dimensions of 44 x 80 inches if possible.

GLC02437.06217

12 October 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

States he is happy to hear that Knox and Mrs. [Sarah Lyons] Flucker arrived safely. Informs Knox about a captain who just returned from a 42 day passage from London. Notes his ship, along with all of the other fall ships, is full of goods. Writes, "[it] looks like peace with that Country." Discusses a business transaction with another gentleman involving a settlement. Also mentions he has received the bands from Samuel Winslow.

GLC02437.06223

26 October 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses a business transaction involving [Thomas?] Goldthwait, [Thomas?] Edwards, Mr. [John] Bacon, and [Joseph] Peirce. Also mentions the amount of [bank?] notes paid out to various parties. Writes there is a gentleman here from the [Waldo] patent [lands] and he says "the people are now perfectly contented & happy in consequence of your late visit and the operation of Bibles - Rum - Spelling books - Brandy." Comments they obtained the looking glasses they were looking for from New York, New York. Notes he has enclosed a letter from a Mr. Harris.

GLC02437.06230

6 November 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox. Mentions Henry Jackson Knox is on his way to see Knox in New York. Comments about furnishing Mr. [Ebenezer?] Dunton with money instead of giving it to Knox's son. Writes, "the value of money he [Henry Jackson Knox] is perfectly a stranger to - I wish to do right in every thing [sic] as it respects him but I know I have failed in many instances..." "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06238

21 November 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses financial matters between Knox, Betsy Winslow, and other members of the Winslow family. Reports Betsy Winslow is willing to accept Knox's terms, however, the other Winslow's are not. Also discusses Knox's finances concerning payments to the bank. Mentions several ships full of cargo have arrived.

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