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31 December 1793
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Henry Jackson
Extract of a letter to Jackson. Encloses $2,000 note. Tells him how to date it.
GLC02437.06013
26 February 1794
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
10 May 1794
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
15 August 1794
Jackson, William, 1759-1828
to Henry Knox
Introduces a "respectable stranger" to Knox. Informs Knox the gentleman has decided to leave his country due to the current situation and move to the United States. Requests Knox and Mrs. Knox treat the family with the kindest of affection.
GLC02437.06168
29 October 1794
Jarvis, Samuel G., fl. 1777-1794
Expresses his joy and appreciation over the friendship he shares with Knox and his lady [Lucy Knox]. Provides a detailed account of his last moments with his wife before she died. Notes she was four months pregnant and doing well. Discusses a...
GLC02437.06232
5 November 1794
Discusses financial matters conerning various people including Betsy Winslow. Mentions General [David]
GLC02437.06236
8 November 1794
to Samuel G. Jarvis
Writes a lengthy letter of condolence on the death of Jarvis's wife. Comments that religion and philosophy may help ease the pain along with the passage of time. Notes how happy she must have been to endure such pain. Also mentions her helpless...
GLC02437.06239
29 November 1794
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
6 December 1794
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
27 December 1794
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
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