28 October 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Expresses his approval that Knox has finally bought out William Duer's portion of the Maine land and asks for a copy of the agreement. Encloses a copy of a letter he received from Duer, stating that he will wait for further instructions from Knox before he does anything about Duer's letter. Says that Captain [John] Hills, a surveyor working for Knox, will travel to Philadelphia the following day. Discusses Knox's canal project, noting that Hills could not finish his survey due to the bad weather. Adds that the survey will soon be finished, and some final calculations need to be made.

GLC02437.05673

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

6 November 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Encloses some papers related to Knox's business with William Duer. Discusses the Winslows and their claim to the Waldo Patent. Some text loss has occurred due to a tear along the right edge.

GLC02437.05692

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 ..."

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2 December 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that the survey of the lands is done and also mentions deeds, contracts, and other business related to land. A portion of the letter starting near the end of page three and most of page four, is written in a different hand. Jackson states the Winslows are disappointed that Knox has ignored their correspondence on some matter. Informs that Mrs. Flucker and the children are well. Mentions that his mother is dying.

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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

16 December 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Expresses his concern over William Duer's involvement with the land deals and states: "I shall be happy when this business is once out of his hands, as I think he will give you trouble & cause much embarrassment before you will be able to get rid of him - it was an unfortunate circumstance for you, that I sign'd away the Contract to you & him, or that Flints name is mentioned in the several agreements that has been the cause of all our trouble & dificulties in the whole of our negotiations, had they stood in my name alone - your Fortune and mine would have been made at a stroke…

GLC02437.05739

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

26 December 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he should receive all of the copies regarding land deals soon and discusses a land deal concerning Isaac and Samuel Winslow. Writes, "I have reason to believe they will accept of your offer provided you will relinquish Long Island to them, that is, not to included that Island in their sale to you."Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05759

30 December 1792

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Forwards a copy of a journal kept by a Mr. Pierpont, one of the surveyors of the Maine lands (journal not included). Comments on the success of an acquaintance's land speculation and continues to discusses similar business.

GLC02437.05761

6 January 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the land deals concerning Madame de Leval and Mr. de la Roche. Defends his actions of supplying deeds to Leval and Roche by quoting directions he was given by both Knox and Duer. Quotes Duer wrote him, "General Knox who is with me has agree'd to give to Madame Leval & Mr. De La Roche deeds for that part of Trenton & No.8..." and another quote from Knox stating "I most earnestly desire you to arrange Madame Leval's situation in Trenton...quit them for it would be bad to be entangled with them in any law suits." Further discusses in detail specific instructions given to him…

GLC02437.05775

10 January 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he has picked up a visitor, (Mr. William Bingham), and discusses the events of the day. Notes he will provide Bingham with the information he has per Knox's instructions. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05779

13 January 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Received Knox's letter from 5 January. Has had several conferences with the committee over contracts. Received a paper from the committee for the sale of Eastern lands yesterday, which Jackson has copied and included in this letter. The committee views the three contracts as tied to one land company and they cannot justify giving two of the contracts when the stipulations of the third "which was to have been complied with so long ago," remains to be fulfilled. Says the committee appears determined to keep their $5,000, "but I doubt not we shall [beat] them of that ground tomorrow."…

GLC02437.05783

21 January 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References several of Knox's letters. Has not responded because his time is fully taken up with the business of the purchase. To complete the deal he has been "eating, drinking and visiting," and will write of the particulars when everything is complete. Says everything is agreed upon and that the deeds are now being made out. They will be ready to sign by Thursday. Reports that William Bingham cannot leave Boston until that day, or possibly next week. Believes Bingham "is well satisfied with the attention paid him since his arrival." "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05790

4 February 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

10 February 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 2 February. Says that William Bingham will inform Knox of the difficulties in closing the business. Reports that Mr. Sodostrom will deliver Bingham a book on the lottery townships, which Knox should copy. Says the certified papers enclosed in this letter (not included) are for Bingham. Tells Knox of the business topics he mentioned in a letter he sent to Bingham. Goes into detail about the land deal in Maine. Says that he has been in contact with William Tudor as Tudor has a note of his. Heard that the lowest amount Tudor is willing to settle for is $3,000…

GLC02437.05811

11 February 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Will find enclosed an account of the spending of Lucy Knox's visit last summer (not included). Mentions a balance of £213.3.10. Also reports that he has drawn $450 from Joseph Anthony & Son at ten days sight, presumably to pay Lucy's balance. Docket mentions "Mrs Knoxs extra expenses at Boston in the year 1792." "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05813

14 February 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

10 March 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 27 February and 2 March. Notes he delivered the letters enclosed for Mrs. Flucker. Has learned from the sheriff of the county that no part of the patent can be sold to pay taxes. States he can count on his watchfulness. Will wait for information respecting William Tudor, to whom Jackson owed money. Says "I will fight him thro' every stage of the law and subject myself to every and any inconvenience before I will submit to such a damn'd swindling trick." Asks Knox to deliver the enclosed letter to William Bingham (not included). Saw the supplementary report…

GLC02437.05848

14 March 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Initialed by Jackson. Short note saying the mail is about to go out and he only had time to write William Bingham. He has enclosed that letter for Knox to deliver (not included). Has also enclosed a message from the "Committee" and wants Knox to forward it to Bingham (not included).

GLC02437.05851

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…

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