30 September 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Complains that Knox "appear[s] to Scold at me for pressing you to a separation from Colo. D-." Notes it is because of Knox's closeness to Duer that has led him [Jackson] to urge Knox to sever ties. Also discusses business regarding land. Says [Madam de] Leval is convinced that she will succeed with either the Committee or the Legislature. Believes that she is "determined to hold on to the last and attack the General Court when they come together..." and "this will hold you in a damn'd state of suspence." Informs Knox on the status of Knox's family as they are getting ready to travel.

GLC02437.05632

4 November 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Despite suffering from a hangover, Jackson writes to Knox concerning Madame de Leval & Mr. de la Roche's demands for land deeds. States, "from drinking too freely of Wine yesterday, I have such a headache, that I am unable to write you but a word - " Informs Knox that he refused the request of de Leval and de la Roche because the land has not been surveyed, thus the deeds would not bear the correct acreage. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05690

11 November 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Expresses his disappointment in Knox's handling of a business transaction with [William Green]. Cautions Knox against taking any measures in the business with Green that will "plunge you beyond your depth." Adds, "I cannot say I altogether like the man, and have had my fears respecting him, from the first interview." Discusses Madame de Leval and Mr. de la Roche's request for land deeds, noting that he has been "much embarrassed" by the situation because Knox has not given him instructions as to how he should proceed. Mentions that he believes that his mother "is very near her end. She…

GLC02437.05696

18 November 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Feels anxious that Knox has not finished up his business with Mr. [William Green], but is happy that he is proceeding with caution. Eagerly awaits Knox's answer to a question about land deed in regards to William Duer and Madame de Leval. Writes that his mother is still alive, but very weak. Informs Knox that Henry (presumably Knox's son Henry Jackson Knox) "wrote me for permission to come to Boston in the vacation ..."

GLC02437.05704

6 December 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he has given deeds of land to Madame de Leval and Mr. de la Roche and that they are now finally satisfied. Discusses bonds and other business. States that his parent, most likely his mother, has now passed away. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05730

19 December 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Notes he received Knox's post and is "all anxiety to learn that you have fin'd the business with Mr. B [William Bingham?] - and also concluded with Mr [William] Duer..." Informs Knox that he has sent all of the copies out and that [Jean-Baptiste] de la Roche has left for the Eastern Lands in a very good mood. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05744

23 December 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Expresses his misgivings over [William Duer's] involvement with the land business, stating "I am all anxiety for fear that D - may ruin the business at last - his want of candor and decision is so evident in every part of his conduct that you have reason to apprehend every thing from him ..." Warns Knox, "that he would sacrifice you and every one else to his own views & wishes - be on your guard and do not trust him in any instance whatever." Includes an excerpt of a letter dated 17 December 1792 from Madame de Leval to Mr. de la Roche and continues to discuss land business. Warns him to…

GLC02437.05751

February 4, 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References several of Knox's letters up to 25 January. Before this reaches him, William Bingham will have returned to Philadelphia. Refers Knox to him for the latest news on the negotiations and the purchase. Reports "the Committee are much please'd with him as are all with whom he associated." Wants to know Bingham's opinion of Boston. Says that Madame de Laval is very upset and just took the stage to Philadelphia to confront Knox over their arrangement. Says "she talks loud and there are some here who consider her as aggrieved." Says that Leonard Jarvis is her friend and will write…

GLC02437.05804

February 14, 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reference's Knox's letter of 8 February. Is glad William Bingham has arrived in Philadelphia so quickly. Believes that he will make a compromise with Madame Leval, as she is now with him in Philadelphia. When negotiating with her, tells Knox to remember the sacrifice they made to sell her Trenton, Maine land for 25 cents per acre. Says it has been "an unpleasant connection from the begining [sic]." Writes, "the principle motive with me in leting her have Trenton was to stop her Tongue which was very limber, and never Idle in proclaiming her difficulties & distress's, and causes of…

GLC02437.05816

3 March 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Signed and initialed by Jackson. References a previous letter of Knox's (no date). Says the enclosed letter should be delivered by Knox to William Bingham (not included). States no time is to be lost if Bingham is to buy the tract mentioned in his letter of 10 February. Believes there are people who know of their situation and want to speculate on it. State he is happy that Knox bought out the Winslow's interest in the Waldo Patent. Says "I please myself the moment the Indian War is at an end, that your whole exertion will be to that point [dealing with the patent], in order to make a…

GLC02437.05841

17 March 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

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…

GLC02437.05854

23 March 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 13 and 16 March. Is glad Knox has finally settled with Madame de le Val, but says he does not understand the terms. Encloses a letter for William Bingham that he wants Knox to deliver (not included). Says the committee wants payment on the $5,200 note when it is due on 29 April. Reports they also want the $30,000 due on 18 April from "the last Contract." Wants instructions on how to proceed. Does not want to be left "in a state of suspence." Says that Knox should read what he told Bingham about the committee's opinion on "the Forfeiting the Deeds in Escrow…

GLC02437.05857

3 November 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 29 October. Is pleased with accounts of the yellow fever abating in Philadelphia. Hears "the inhabitants are returning with great confidence that all danger of taking it, is at an end." Makes reference to the logistics of Knox's house (Montpelier) being built in Maine. Mentions Madame de Leval is in Boston to see William Bingham about "some change or an accommodation in her last agreement." Hopes Bingham will make no changes until he has received the report of Mr. Peter's survey. Wants Knox to warn Bingham. Also wants Knox to tell Bingham he has taken every…

GLC02437.05959

24 November 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 8 and 13 November. Claims his life is "deranged" since "the change in my situation." This is in reference to Jackson selling his house and furniture. Hopes to have his papers put in order soon. Says Henry Jackson Knox left for Hingham on 21 November. Writes, "your brother is not right - and in my opinion will never be capable of transacting any business for you or himself - he confines himself to his chamber for five or six days at a time without seeing any one of the family. this he frequently does - when I call on him he complains that his head and stomach…

GLC02437.05981

8 December 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 21 November. Reports that William Knox "wants as much care & attention paid to him as a Child, as he certainly is unable to govern or conduct himself." Says the 10 proprietors met last Thursday. Reports that Joseph Peirce represented Knox. He told the group that Knox would be in Boston in May. Makes reference to taxes and bonds. Says it would pleasing to manage Knox and Bingham's interests in either Maine or Europe. Writes, "I know I am capable of the business, and it will be that kind of active life that will be perfectly agreeable to me." Wants to paid…

GLC02437.05990

15 December 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 4 and 7 December. Encloses a letter from William Knox (not included). Says William "mentioned he was unwell and did not feel happy nor contentd that the journey and change of air may be of service which operated on his mind in taking the measure - I believe it was sudden unexpected in him as I have reason to think it was not contemplated until that morning." Believes William is "as helpless as a Child, and unable to provide or take care of himself - you must and ought to take him instantly under your immediate Eye, and keep him in constant and steady employ or…

GLC02437.05995

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

27 April 1788

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Refers to a recent "affray" in New York [the so-called Doctors Riot], expressing relief that Knox was not injured. Discusses a financial matter related to "Pierce's final settlement," arguing that he can make use of ten thousand dollars "without the least risque" (refer to GLC02437.03842 and GLC02437.03866). Notes that their mutual friend, Colonel James Swan, arrived in France. Marked "private" on the address leaf.

GLC02437.03862

circa 1861-1865

Photograph

Title: Union refreshment saloon [in paper case]

Image shows busy street corner with large crowd gathered at Union Volunteer Refreshment Saloon in Philadelphia. Imprint on flap of case "With the Compliments of the Union Volunteer Refreshment Committee. See back of Photograph." Ink inscription on case "1025,000 Meals furnished also quarters for over 50,000 souls. Sam B. Fales" "Saloon as it appeared in 1864 & 1865" "Edwd to Rinsley with the kind regards & best wishes of Sam B. Fales compy secy & genl Financial agent. UVR Saloon--" Imprint on recto "H.C.Phillips, Photographer." Imprint on verso: "Union Volunteer Refreshment…

GLC05111.02.0982

1 April 1865

Selby, Julian A., 1833-?

Newspaper

Title: Columbia phoenix. [Vol. 1, no. 5 (April 1, 1865)]

Capture, sack, and destruction of the city of Columbia. Evacuation of Charleston.

GLC06872

23 July 1783

Lee, Arthur, 1740-1792

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

Written by Lee as a Continental Congressman from Virginia to an unknown recipient, possibly William Whipple. Shows Lee's distrustful, suspicious, and hostile personality. Wishes he would have been in Philadelphia when recipient was there. In reference to the treaty of Paris, which wouldn't be signed until 3 September 1783, "We have happily reached the goal of a great & doubtful contest; & our efforts have been crowned with liberty & glory." Writes that he is glad Congress has moved from Philadelphia to get away from the "crafty, corrupting, & rapacious man" - a reference to…

GLC06539

27 August 1791

Duer, William, 1747-1799

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports that this letter will be delivered by Madame de la Val and Mr. de la Roche who will communicate provisional articles "I have Enterd into with them for commencing a French Establishment on the Lands we have purchased." Says the present state of France ought not to be neglected "and while the Climate of the Tract we have purchased may not be so Congenial to the French, as the Scots." Believes the Scots will become large purchasers of land in their tract and "All that is necessary is to give a Reputation to the Affair in the first Instance." Believes the purchase in question will…

GLC02437.05134

3 September 1791

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Legal document involving land agreement with William Duer and Henry Knox]

This document is in the hand of William Duer, but the last sentence on page 3 is written by Knox, who also signed it. States that Duer and Knox accede to the forming of a French colony on their land in Maine, probably in reference to Madame de la Val and Mr. de la Roche's inquiries. Proclaims a need for the boundaries of the colony to be precise. The two parties still need to describe the number of rations that need to be purchased and their price, the number and size of the houses to be built, and the price of the land. Reports that "The Subscriber is of Opinion that a Vessell from New York…

GLC02437.05141

5 September 1791

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Duer

Says he wrote to Duer earlier about the provisional articles for the French colony on the land they have purchased in Maine. Believes that Madame de la Val and Mr. de la Roche were supposed to have seen the property yesterday, but believes they were kept by the recent bad weather. Had written to Henry Jackson earlier and asked him to assist them in any way. Says if they are expecting to establish their colony this winter they need to move without delay. Asked Jackson to procure another million acres, even if it costs 15 cents per acre. Does not think any time should be wasted getting the…

GLC02437.05145