31 December 1786
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Henry Knox
Provides an account of the recent actions of Shays and his followers: the previous Tuesday, they prevented the Court at Springfield from sitting. The Court will meet in Worcester on 23 January. He and General [Benjamin] Lincoln are recruiting troops and preparing the militia. Also extensively discusses the clothing, supplies, and provisions needed for the troops.
GLC02437.03398