Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05391 Author/Creator: Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 April 1792 Pagination: 2 p. : address ; Height: 24.7 cm, Width: 19.9 cm Order a Copy
Writes that the letter will be handed to Knox by Captain John Hobby, who may need Knox's help in a redress of grievances against the United States government. Jackson declares that he believes Hobby would be a good candidate for the position of Inspector of the Militia in Maine, if there is an opening available in the new militia bill. Speaks of Hobby's virtues and qualifications for the position.
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