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3 June 1787
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
to Henry Knox
Writes a letter of introduction for a Mr. Judah Hayes and asks Knox to befriend him, as it is Hayes' first visit to New York and he does not know anyone.
GLC02437.03562
1 January 1783
Jackson, William, 1759-1828
Signed by Major W. Jackson, possibly William Jackson, an aide-de-camp of General Washington and secretary of Benjamin Lincoln, Secretary at War. Written from "War Office." Writes to inform Knox of the status of his application to the superintendent...
GLC02437.01784
24 October 1781
Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794
to Ebenezer Stevens
"By order of genl. Knox," Shaw orders first division of vessels containing ordnance to Head of Elk, Maryland. Colonel Edward Stevens will provide an inventory of cargo. Explains the logistics of the transportation. Secretarial copy of a Shaw letter...
GLC02437.01261
5 November 1786
Dejean, Phillipe, fl. 1736-1809
Written by Captain Dejean, agent for the French Navy. Writes that he has enclosed a letter from the Marquis de Lafayette. Hopes that the letter from the Marquis, as well as Knox's prior knowledge, will testify to his good character. Relates that...
GLC02437.03327
11 November 1787
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to James Jarvis
Describes some land that he owns in Maine, including the timber grown there and the climate. Informs Jarvis that if he knows of "Gentlemen of adequate capitals disposed to purchase ..." to let them know that they can buy any amount from him, from...
GLC02437.03700
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