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

31 March 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Signed twice by Jackson. References Knox's letter of 20 March. Has heard nothing from William Tudor since the last letter he forwarded to Knox. Relates that his note to Tudor was due 17 March. Reports that [Thomas?] Adams the printer informed him that the article in a North Carolina newspaper Knox was asking about "was inclosed to him by a Gentleman from Pensylvania." Adams would not give the gentleman's name, nor confirm it came from Philadelphia. Jackson believes he can find out the name if Knox wishes to know. Refers Knox to William Bingham's letter about their land concern. Wants to…

GLC02437.05861

7 April 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 30 March. Is "rejoiced to hear that you are in such a promising way." Arrived at Hingham Academy last Tuesday morning . Attended the exhibition of the children, the afternoon sermon, and the bell in the evening. Was very pleased with the day. Says at the school are 30 boys and 50 girls. Reports the boys spoke on various subjects and the girls exhibited needle work. Reports that Henry Jackson Knox appeared on stage twice and handled himself well. Says he has improved in his speaking, which was done with propriety and confidence. Has brought the boy to…

GLC02437.05865

14 April 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 3 April. Is happy to hear his health is better. Expects to hear at any moment from the sheriff of Lincoln County that the lands will not be sold to pay for back taxes. Says Henry Jackson Knox is with him and will return to Hingham next Tuesday when his vacation is over. Reports "he conducts exceedingly well, and very much like a gentleman - I have no fault to find with him on this visit." Goes on to say he "is manly, open, free and communicative -Indeed he is not the same Lad, he was when he left Philadelphia." Reports that Mr. Dane is in Boston preparing the…

GLC02437.05872

15 April 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Forgot to mention in his letter of yesterday that he made an inquiry into apple and pear trees as well as currant bushes. Says they are hard to find here. Has been told it is too late in the season. If they were transported to Maine, not one in a thousand would survive. Besides that, there is no nursery that can supply more than a quarter of the number he requested. Says that Oliver Smith suggests he write to William Prince, gardener in Flushing, Long Island "who can supply you with a greater variety and of the best kind, than any other person on the Continent, he makes a business of it…

GLC02437.05873

22 April 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 10 April. Says the enclosed letter to William Bingham will update him on their land concern (not included). Reports that it appears Mr. Corneau wants to purchase the tract and that Mr. Higginson is employed for that purpose. Recommends that Bingham not appear to have anything to do with that contract as he "may want some accommodation with the Committee, or Legislature respecting his Deeds &cc." Says that Royal Flint should "transfer to me or some other person - and not to Mr. Bingham." Encloses a letter from the sheriff of Lincoln County (see GLC02437.05870…

GLC02437.05875

23 June 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 18 June. Tells him not to worry about the taxes. Will make sure no land is sold by the sheriff to pay them. Wants to send a petition to the legislature, but needs to wait for Mr. [Nathan] Dane to arrive so he can gain his support. Did not want to risk sending it without Dane being present. Sends a break down of the taxes, which amount to £653.16.2. Mentions the dry weather and crop prices. Reports that Judge Wilson, who is 55, is deeply in love with Miss Gray, who is 18 or 19. Wilson spoke to her about it and she is considering his words while he is out on…

GLC02437.05901

4 August 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 25 and 30 July. Wished that Knox would have sent a plan of the house with directions. Expects the men who will be building the house to arrive tomorrow to make a contract. Includes a copy of a letter he received from Thomas Vose on 23 July 1793, stating that Vose has not collected framing for the house because he has not received any directions. Mentions previous instructions he received from Knox and goes into detail about a carpenter, Major Keith. Believes the house will need 6,000 boards for the flooring, which has not been procured. Jackson says he…

GLC02437.05911

2 September 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 22, 24, and 27 August. Those letters gave instructions for his house and had $500 enclosed. Says "Altho' I have written you and I still think it will be madness in the extreme besides a great distruction [sic] of property - yet to convince you that I have not lost a moment in forwarding your views, I herewith inclose you a Copy of my Letter to Capt. Vose -" (not included). Reports that Peirce has paid the £73 to the Treasurer. Wants Knox to be easy about the tax issues, claiming he will not let any land in the patent be sold to pay the taxes. To help him,…

GLC02437.05920

15 September 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Also includes copies of letters Jackson wrote to Captain Vose on 14 and 15 September. Contains 3 Jackson signatures. References Knox's letters of 5 and 7 September. Is happy Knox has given up the idea of building the large house this fall. Says Vose cannot determine the spot to build upon yet. Wants Knox to make a visit to help determine the house's placement. Sent Vose $200 and various supplies yesterday. The copies of the letters to Vose state that Jackson will get supplies and carpenters ready for the spring. Also says "I conclude you [Vose] will consent to make an addition to the…

GLC02437.05923

24 September 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Gives notice that there is a military guard at all the entrances into Boston stopping all persons coming from Philadelphia. All those people are being forced to stay on an island in the harbor 12-15 days to make sure they are not sick. Tells Knox not to attempt to enter Boston, but to send word once he is close.

GLC02437.05929

26 September 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 22 September from Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Mentions his previous letters that are supposed to meet him on the road to Boston. Notes military guards were stationed outside the city to prevent people from Philadelphia spreading yellow fever. Encloses a newspaper (not included) to give Knox a sense of the fear the selectmen have. Also encloses letters from Captains Vose and Hill (not included). Gives an update on the house Knox wants built (Montpelier). Had hoped to see Knox by today, but understands the circumstances. Updates Knox on the taxes due on his…

GLC02437.05931

29 September 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Tells Knox not to come within 15-20 miles of Boston without informing him. Does not want Knox to "fall into the hands of the Police of this Town, [if so] you will be conducted in a small boat by two Black men to Rainsford Island, figure to yourself the Secretary of War in the situation with everybody running from him for fear of the Plague." Reports the legislature adjourned yesterday. Obtained a resolve for the suspension on Knox's taxes until the legislature meets in January 1794. Will be absent from Boston for five days as he reviews his division of the militia.

GLC02437.05935

26 October 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Apologizes for opening the enclosed letter (not included). References receiving two letters from Knox. Tells Knox his desire for an oval room instead of a square one can be effected. Mentions a vessel that shipwrecked going from Kennebeck to Boston and reports their friend John Gardner [probably John Gardiner] died in it. Encloses a copy of one of the 300 notifications he had printed up (not included). This appears to be a reference to the squatters on Knox's land. States he is especially concerned about timber that might be cut down this winter. Comments "its only necessary to…

GLC02437.05954

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

1 December 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 20 November. Hopes his return this early into Philadelphia will be safe. Notes he will ship four loads of potatoes along with beef and butter and that he has arranged to have newspapers forwarded to him. Believes William Knox should be around Henry to "remove the present gloom and distress of his mind, which is too evident in his conduct." Updates Knox on financial arrangements. Also asks questions about financial issues. Wants the latest news on General Anthony Wayne as "we are all anxious."

GLC02437.05985

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

12 December 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Was disappointed not to receive a letter from Knox yesterday. Reports that the ten proprietors have sued Knox over his bond. Says the sheriff left a summons for Knox at his house, "it being your last place of residence in his County." Reports that the Winslows are also being sued. Has spoken to Judge Sullivan on the subject "who will take care of the business," but suggests Knox write directly to him as well. Mentions that Colonel Tyler has returned from St. Georges, Maine. Has not seen him yet but has been informed that "he has finished the business they had in charge." Sends love to…

GLC02437.05993

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

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…

GLC02437.06003

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."

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