20 May 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Mentions he has been dining, drinking freely, and enjoying the evening. Informs Knox he enclosed a letter from Captain Thomas Vose and Captain Gamaliel Bradford Jr. Describes Bradford's character and his past military experience. Recommends Bradford for an appointment and pledges himself on Bradford's behalf. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

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26 May 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Mentions continuing construction on Knox's house (Montpelier) as planned. Discusses elections held in Boston, Massachusetts. Reports [Samuel] Adams won the Governor's seat with two thirds of the vote and Moses Gill is leading over Mr. [Nathaniel] Gorham for Lieutenant Governor. Inquires about a rumor that Madame Bacler de Leval married Franco Petrus Van Berckel.

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1 June 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Advises Knox to prepare his plans for the barn and stables (Montpelier). Mentions Mr. [Ebenezer] Dunton will be on hand to prepare for the work and to secure the timber. Notes the left over timber from the house might be salvaged and used on the barn. States he does not believe Captain Seavor will accept a lieutenancy. Discusses various bonds he has drafted and the recent election held in Boston, Massachusetts. Mentions the people's agitation with the advancement of the British.

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4 July 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Complains about having a headache from yesterday's travels. Informs Knox he will be leaving for Boston, Massachusetts today. Requests Knox to send him the instructions for the agents, along with materials (possibly for Knox's future estate, Montpelier), as soon as they arrive. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

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13 July 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he can obtain a Hingham Packet (boat passage) if Knox gives him a few days warning. Recommends Knox obtains a Newport Packet over a Hingham Packet, regardless of the higher price. Notes the Newport Packet comes fully furnished and makes quicker time in and out of the harbor. Mentions there have been delays on the construction of Knox's new house (Montpelier) due to heavy rains. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

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21 August 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox one of his principal Masons;, Mr. [Henry] Simpson, is interested in buying some land in St. George, Maine. Discusses a gentleman who will be visiting Knox to discuss a township.

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6 September 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he sent him and the doctor some melons. Discusses the progress Knox is making with the people on the patent lands (possibly the Waldo patent lands). Mentions he can forward Knox an addition to his stores (funds) if he stays another month. Speaks of the doctor and comments he is a lady's man.

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5 October 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Congratulates Knox and Mrs. [Lucy] Knox on their newborn son. Wishes both mother and son well. Requests Knox to purchase for him at the cheapest possible price, plate glass for the new Assembly Room, in dimensions of 44 x 80 inches if possible.

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6 October 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox his baggage is on board the schooner Pauline. Also mentions Henry Jackson [Knox?] will sail either tomorrow or the next day. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

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12 October 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

States he is happy to hear that Knox and Mrs. [Sarah Lyons] Flucker arrived safely. Informs Knox about a captain who just returned from a 42 day passage from London. Notes his ship, along with all of the other fall ships, is full of goods. Writes, "[it] looks like peace with that Country." Discusses a business transaction with another gentleman involving a settlement. Also mentions he has received the bands from Samuel Winslow.

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17 October 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he is in Portsmouth, New Hampshire attending to business on his father's estate. Recommends a gentleman for a position as a clerk of the shipyard in Portsmouth.

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26 October 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses a business transaction involving [Thomas?] Goldthwait, [Thomas?] Edwards, Mr. [John] Bacon, and [Joseph] Peirce. Also mentions the amount of [bank?] notes paid out to various parties. Writes there is a gentleman here from the [Waldo] patent [lands] and he says "the people are now perfectly contented & happy in consequence of your late visit and the operation of Bibles - Rum - Spelling books - Brandy." Comments they obtained the looking glasses they were looking for from New York, New York. Notes he has enclosed a letter from a Mr. Harris.

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6 November 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox. Mentions Henry Jackson Knox is on his way to see Knox in New York. Comments about furnishing Mr. [Ebenezer?] Dunton with money instead of giving it to Knox's son. Writes, "the value of money he [Henry Jackson Knox] is perfectly a stranger to - I wish to do right in every thing [sic] as it respects him but I know I have failed in many instances..." "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

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21 November 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses financial matters between Knox, Betsy Winslow, and other members of the Winslow family. Reports Betsy Winslow is willing to accept Knox's terms, however, the other Winslow's are not. Also discusses Knox's finances concerning payments to the bank. Mentions several ships full of cargo have arrived.

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December 11, 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Mentions he received Knox's note for $2400. Also speaks of paying an additional few hundred pounds more on an undisclosed item. Mentions the surveying is completed (possibly for lands in Maine) and the committee is now preparing the deed and contract. Notes the surveyors spoke highly of the land and they believe there is nearly 3 million acres. Requests Knox contact Mr. [William?] Bingham regarding the survey. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

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16 December 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Requests Knox gives Colonel Clayborn his permission in writing to change the dimensions of timber used for building a frigate. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

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22 December 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses Knox resigning and the need for Knox to visit them while their legislature is in session. Writes, "I will bring up the old story this winter and you may rely you presence will be a lost, they cannot withstand -" Comments he believes Colonel [Timothy] Pickering will be appointed to the War Office. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

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5 January 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Requests Knox to inquire about coining four tons of silver that Jackson has in ingots. States he is also curious if the Treasuring Department would be willing to purchase the silver from him for the same rate they pay per ounce. Notes he would prefer selling the silver to the Treasury Department rather than having it coined. Says if Knox cannot do this to pass the letter to [David] Cobb. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

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12 December 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Congratulates Knox on his retirement. Writes, "When you once get engaged in your own personaly [sic] business you will then be fully convinced of the propriety of the measure & of the sacrifices you have made of your Interest & property for twenty years past in serving and ungrateful public." Also advises Knox to be in Boston before the 10th to bring his business before the legislature. States, "the Legislature meet tomorrow - it will be every thing [sic] to you to make an attack before your Enemys [sic] have time to rally. - delays are dangerous." "Free" stamped on address leaf with…

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January 14, 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox the legislature will rise before the 19th and Knox needs to come to Boston, Massachusetts immediately. Notes how important the situation is for Knox and his family.

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January 25, 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Encloses a letter (not included) from Mr. [Leonard] Jarvis informing Jackson that Knox's request has not been determined by the Committee yet.

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February 1, 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Expresses disappointment that Knox will not be in Boston but states that "to clear the way for you I have settled with nearly all Mr. F.s creditors - " most likely referring to some money owed. Discusses land business. Gives his love to David.

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February 22, 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that the letter contains extracts from surveyors concerning a specific tract of land (not included). Expresses his wish for Knox to have as much information concerning this business as possible to help guide him.

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5 March 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox the surveys on the back tract of land along with letters from the Committee have been forwarded to him. Volunteers to travel to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania if Knox thinks it necessary, but say the trip would be inconvenient. Continues to discuss land business and mentions his confidence in Mr. Swan.

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22 March 1795

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Long narrative about how Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox, has been misbehaving in Boston and spending money excessively, particularly on clothes. Reports during one Henry's weekends with him that Henry "evaded and deceived me (Jackson) in every instance... his act and address, - the improper company he kept both male & female, seldom coming home until 11 or 12 O Clock - pockets full of money, and showing me in every instance, gave me great distress & uneasiness..." Reports after this incident he had a very pointed conversation with Henry and told he needed to return to Hingham the…

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