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to Henry Jackson

Discusses a delicate situation in which Henry Jackson invested 10,000 dollars worth of Knox's notes without his permission. Writes, "Having previously built on my notes in my arrangements, as I before informed you it would be unnecessary and...

GLC02437.03889

to Henry Jackson

Confirms that he was out of town the previous week and that this is why he was unable to respond to a previous letter. Reports that he will forward Jackson's circular letter during the coming week. Declares that Jackson has "involved me in an...

GLC02437.04609

to Henry Jackson

Initialed twice by Knox. Reference's Jackson's two letters of 12 June. Says the goals of his negotiations seem "practicable." Tells him to "Be Snug and dont let it slip through your fingers." States that the difficulty of "any one companys holding...

GLC02437.05011

to Henry Jackson

References Jackson's letter of 16 June (GLC02437.05003). Says "so far so good." Will be sorry if the General Court says the Committee can only sell 2 million acres. Hopes he can secure more, "But be sure [to] take one million on Penobscot."

GLC02437.05025

to Henry Jackson

References Jackson's letter of 19 June (GLC02437.05012) which contained the proposals of the committee for the sale of 2 million acres east of the Penobscot River. Says that without maps he cannot give a precise opinion upon the proposed boundaries...

GLC02437.05029

to Henry Jackson

Encloses a conveyance of the purchase on eastern land Jackson and Flint made for him and Duer (not included). Asks him to sign and return it as soon as possible. Will have a legal instrument drawn up tomorrow for the 100,000 acres Jackson is to...

GLC02437.05091

to Henry Jackson

Initialed by Knox. Reports that Madame de la Val and Mr. de la Roche have made a provisional agreement with William Duer and himself "for some of the lands at the Province of maine." States they want to see the land and asks that Jackson go with...

GLC02437.05138

to John Kean

Authorizes Kean to use Knox's name freely in an unnamed situation proposed in Kean's letter of 7 November 1791.

GLC02437.05228

to Henry Jackson

Discusses the purchase of townships in Maine related to the Waldo patent lands. Authorizes Jackson to purchase them according to terms he proposed. Inquires after land owned by a Colonel Jones. Advises him on other business transactions, and...

GLC02437.05241

to Henry Jackson

Declares that it is essential that he conclude an agreement with the Committee on the Legislature regarding townships in the Waldo patent lands. Discusses potential prices for the purchase of the lands in Maine, as well as ways to negotiate the...

GLC02437.05265

to Henry Jackson

Received his recent letters regarding the purchase of lands in Maine. Discusses plans for their canal project. Comments on his land purchasing plans, declaring that Jackson's offering price is a bit high. Makes a variety of business arrangements.

GLC02437.05377

to Henry Jackson

States a Mr. Harper, a performer, will deliver this letter to Jackson. Writes, "He proposes to visit Boston with Monsieur [Alexander] Placide, in order to exhibit such specimens of theatre performances as may be permitted, and the astonishing powers...

GLC02437.05547

to Henry Jackson

Discusses a complicated financial arrangement related to a Flucker Estate debt. Relates that his daughter Lucy is unwell.

GLC02437.05694

to Henry Jackson

Asks Jackson to attend to William Bingham during his stay in Boston, Massachusetts and discusses land business.

GLC02437.05768

to Henry Jackson

Encloses a draft of a petition for a remission of the tax of 1786, which was for £437.10. Asks Jackson to consult Sullivan and Dane on the issue. Says the Winslows must also sign it. Gives him instructions on what to do depending on their...

GLC02437.05916

to Henry Jackson

Extract of a letter to Jackson. Encloses $2,000 note. Tells him how to date it.

GLC02437.06013

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...

GLC02437.06051

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...

GLC02437.06093

to Henry Jackson

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

GLC02437.06236

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...

GLC02437.06262

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...

GLC02437.06267

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

to Henry Jackson

Forwards Jackson some documents so he can get more signatures.

GLC02437.06401

to Henry Jackson

Discusses financial matters concerning various bills and payments.

GLC02437.06433

to Henry Jackson

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

GLC02437.06447