26 February 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Jackson

Discusses communications he received from French diplomats and encourages Henry Jackson to come to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Plans to pay a portion of the money he owes to Jackson and refers to potential discounts. Asks Jackson to complete a business transaction regarding the St. George's House (possibly referring to the Waldo patent lands). Transmitted a final plan in his last letter.

GLC02437.06051

10 May 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript letter

Title: to an acquaintance [possibly Joseph Peirce or Henry Jackson]

Extract of a letter from Henry Knox, possibly to Joseph Peirce or Henry Jackson. Written at a later date. Discusses his house (most likely Montpelier) being completed in a year's time. Notes the critical state of affairs, his responsibility for the new corps of artillery, the frigates, and fortifications, along with all of his old responsibilities will keep him from visiting his new estate this summer. Stresses the state of crisis the country is currently experiencing and the dangers of their own conduct. Mentions both he [Peirce or Jackson?] and himself should stay out of public life so…

GLC02437.06093

5 November 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson

Discusses financial matters conerning various people including Betsy Winslow. Mentions General [David]

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29 November 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson

Discusses financial matters involving several members of the Winslow family and various other people. Encloses two notes (not included) and discusses Mrs. [Sarah] Flucker's creditors. Also notes Henry [Jackson Knox?], who is Knox's son, will be leaving Philadelphia ten days.

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6 December 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson

Appears to discuss financial matters and his various accounts. Mentions he directed [Thomas] Vose to purchase valuable marble and to contact Jackson prior to making any other purchases. Also mentions Henry [Jackson Knox?], his son, will be returning to Boston, Massachusetts.

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27 December 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson

Mentions his notes and engagements in Boston, Massachusetts depend upon Jackson's own "convenience." Discusses his preparation for his "political exit." States, "I hope to be a free man on the last day of January..."

GLC02437.06284

23 April 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson

Forwards Jackson some documents so he can get more signatures.

GLC02437.06401

3 June 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson

Discusses financial matters concerning various bills and payments.

GLC02437.06433

20 June 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson

Informs Jackson that Joseph Peirce has agreed to purchase shares for Knox.

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2 July 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson

Asks Jackson to assist with a two orders of a firm and settle his accounts. Noted as a copy.

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9 july 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson

Discusses the arrival of a mare and finances.

GLC02437.06464

11 October 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Jackson

Discusses an upcoming trip and attempts to find lodging.

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27 September 1796

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes that he has received Knox's recent letters, and assures him he will try to help Knox in whatever way possible. Adds that he does not lack the will to help, but does lack the means. Declares that he was unable to avoid paying some of Knox's interest, but will try to avoid paying more interest if he can. Discusses helping Knox with obtaining supplies for a ship. Mentions financial arrangements with several people, including Samuel Waldo. Also reports the death of an acquaintance, Mrs. Geyer.

GLC02437.06828

26 October 1796

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Comments on financial transactions with Captain Robinson, and also refers to a possible visit in the coming months.

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18 November 1796

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Seems to be wary of Knox's latest business venture. Will give Captain [Thomas] Vose as much money as he can for Knox to use, but does not believe it will come to a large sum, as money is scarce for him at present. Discusses financial crises at the banks. Mentions items that he recently put on board a ship to send to Knox.

GLC02437.06870

29 June 1797

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes a letter of recommendation for someone for the position of Purser of the freight building.

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10 February 1788

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the adoption of the Constitution by the state of Massachusetts and the ensuing celebration.

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30 September 1798

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Expresses his disappointment at not hearing from Knox and tells him about mutual friends and their families.

GLC02437.07174

20 December 1799

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jackson tells Knox that Knox's "statement and the hundred dollar bill enclosed came safe to hand." Jackson will be at Portland with Col. Hichborn January 1, 1800. Jackson demands that Knox be punctual in meeting them and says that nothing but death could prevent them from going to Portland. In a post script Jackson notes that he has just received a letter from Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox. Jackson tells Knox, "The Secretary of Navy order'd him onboard the Constitution."

GLC02437.07340

23 March 1800

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jackson keeps Knox informed about the progress of their cases in the court. Jackson is confident "in the stability and firmness of the settlement, and the it cannot be broken up or shake in the least, let who will assail it.-we have the best Council in the Law." Mentions that he has not heard from Knox's son, Henry Jackson.

GLC02437.07386

13 April 1800

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jackson tells Knox that "Mr. Pickman of Salem" has called on Jackson to pay the interest due to him. Jackson suggests that Knox pay up. Jackson has not heard from Knox's son and cannot be sure what ship he boarded, if any. He knows Henry Jackson Knox was not in Philadelphia as of the 1st of April. He tells Knox to write his son, Henry Jackson Knox, until Knox knows of his son's situation and ship. Jackson expects Knox's daughter's wedding will not occur until "we have an arrival from Malaga" of food and wine.

GLC02437.07392

03 May 1800

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jackson comments on Knox's daughter Caroline and her poor health. He hopes that bathing and exercise, as well as the coming summer will help her condition. Jackson "followed the remains of Mrs. David Greene" who died the previous Thursday. Her family is greatly distressed. Jackson believes Knox will do what he can for Mrs. Swan's business affairs. Docket notes that the letter included "Mr. Archbald's note."

GLC02437.07399

19 May 1800

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jackson writes Knox about bricks and lime and who has requested them. Jackson sends Knox "the papers by which you will observe the Army is disbanded, and Timothy [Pickering] dismissed-and Mr. [Samuel] Dexter Secretary at War."

GLC02437.07408

08 June 1800

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jackson received Knox's letter of June 1. He discusses with Knox the issue of paying the freight "out of the articles, if they are to be sold." This issue is connected to the business account with Mrs. Swan. Mentions the interest in seeing Knox take his seat in the legislature, but Jackson told people he doubted Knox would be able to do that.

GLC02437.07426

17 August 1800

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jackson fills Knox in on the latest news concerning people they know and their comings and goings. Mentions that Mrs. Swan might be accompany "Mr. and Mrs. Howard" through St. Georges.

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