George Washington to Henry Knox on the Society of the Cincinnati, 27 April 1787 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook George Washington to Henry Knox on the Society of the Cincinnati, 27 April 1787 write by George Washington. This book was released on 1787. George Washington to Henry Knox on the Society of the Cincinnati, 27 April 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, discussing the Society of the Cincinnati, and the light in which it is viewed in France. Copy made 3 February 1854.
George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding the Way the French View the Society of the Cincinnati, 27 April 1787
George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding the Way the French View the Society of the Cincinnati, 27 April 1787 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding the Way the French View the Society of the Cincinnati, 27 April 1787 write by George Washington. This book was released on 1787. George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding the Way the French View the Society of the Cincinnati, 27 April 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Transmits a copy of an excerpt from a letter (see GLC 02437.03338) sent by Mr. Jefferson (Thomas Jefferson). Notes that the excerpt pertains to a translation of the article Cincinnati, from the Encyclopdie Mthodique, and reflects the way the French view the Society of the Cincinnati. Since Washington cannot read French, he has to rely on Jefferson's comments on the article, and has asked a gentleman who lives in my family to prepare a translation he encloses [not present]. Allows Knox to decide how to present the topic of the article to the Society of the Cincinnati.
George Washington to Henry Knox on the Constitutional Convention, 2 April 1787
George Washington to Henry Knox on the Constitutional Convention, 2 April 1787 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook George Washington to Henry Knox on the Constitutional Convention, 2 April 1787 write by George Washington. This book was released on 1787. George Washington to Henry Knox on the Constitutional Convention, 2 April 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Relates reasons for not wanting to attend the Constitutional Convention, including the possibility that all states might not attend (rendering representation partial). Notes that if all Delegates attend with the power to address and cure the defects of the Constitution, the Convention will be a worthwhile endeavor. Asks Knox to find out from his friends in Congress the degree of power Delegates will possess. Also asks him to probe for others' views regarding his attendance (or non-attendance). Hopes to see Knox in Philadelphia before the Convention (Knox will be there for a Society of the Cincinnati meeting), and to discuss the various problems with participating in the Convention. Fears the Convention may result in division. Complains of a recent Rheumatic complaint which may prevent his attendance in Philadelphia.
Henry Knox to George Washington about Society of Cincinnati, the Constitution, State Politics and His Family, 21 December 1788
Henry Knox to George Washington about Society of Cincinnati, the Constitution, State Politics and His Family, 21 December 1788 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Henry Knox to George Washington about Society of Cincinnati, the Constitution, State Politics and His Family, 21 December 1788 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1788. Henry Knox to George Washington about Society of Cincinnati, the Constitution, State Politics and His Family, 21 December 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Knox's retained draft, riddled with struck text and insertions. Acknowledges receipt of applications Washington sent for admission into the Society of the Cincinnati. Comments on the Constitution at great length: In the states of New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Connecticut, the great object of organizing the new Constitution has engrossed the attention of the people. Notes that Rhode Island's paper money system and tender laws are sufficiently characteristick of their pursuits. Refers to the Constitution, the new government, and Federalism in Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New York, Virginia and New Jersey. Declares, Mr. John Adams will probably have the plurality of views for vice President- from his principles of government as well his professions of regard to the character universally decided on for the President- he will probably be one of the best characters for the office of vice president. Notes that his three youngest children have had the measles. In a post script, reports that Major Haskell, who is on his way to Europe, hopes to obtain a certificate of service from Washington.
George Washington to Henry Knox Asking Knox's Advice Regarding the Society of the Cincinnati, 1 June 1786
George Washington to Henry Knox Asking Knox's Advice Regarding the Society of the Cincinnati, 1 June 1786 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook George Washington to Henry Knox Asking Knox's Advice Regarding the Society of the Cincinnati, 1 June 1786 write by George Washington. This book was released on 1786. George Washington to Henry Knox Asking Knox's Advice Regarding the Society of the Cincinnati, 1 June 1786 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Transmits a letter (not included) and asks Knox's advice regarding the Society of the Cincinnati. Notes that all papers of the Society are in the care of the Society's Secretary General, thus he cannot answer Mr. Jefferson's questions (possibly Thomas Jefferson, who was critical of the Society). Notes that some Society members obtained badges from Major [Pierre Charles] L'Enfant's Agency. Criticizes the badges L'Enfant created, noting that L'Enfant overcharged for the badges and misused the money he received. Has not seen L'Enfant since a Society meeting in 1784.
