Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Clothing for His Men Plus Congress and the Army, 8 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 Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Clothing for His Men Plus Congress and the Army, 8 April 1787 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1787. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Clothing for His Men Plus Congress and the Army, 8 April 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Expects the clothing for his men the next day and writes that I pass'd yesterday at the Castle, [most likely Castle Island] & Inspected my Recruits, they are a fine body of Men, & want nothing but their Clothing to make them perfectly happy - Hopes Knox will be able to influence Congress not to disband any of the troops, Congress certainly will not disband any of the Troops without consulting the Secretary at War - I therefore flatter myself you will make such arrangements as to continue me in service... States that [Nathaniel] Gorham is violently opposed to any troops being disbanded. Jackson has paid his officers and is making arrangements to pay the men as well, It will not do, to pay the officers, & neglect the men, I shall therefore endeavor to keep them equal on this head. He is convinced that John Hancock will win the Massachusetts governorship. In a postscript, comments that he got the insurance on the ship Hope, which is traveling from New York to Canton, China and lists the men who took the policy.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Relieved that Disbandment of the Army is Not Final, 14 April 1787
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Relieved that Disbandment of the Army is Not Final, 14 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 Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Relieved that Disbandment of the Army is Not Final, 14 April 1787 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1787. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Relieved that Disbandment of the Army is Not Final, 14 April 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Expresses his relief that Congress has not finalized their decision to disband the troops and states I am in hopes they will alter their present intention of disbanding them - my heart - my soul - my present & future happiness is more connected in this business, than in any other situation in which I have ever been placed - in my own account it will be death to me - He is most anxious about his officers, who he calls, the gentlest & most ambitious Corps of Officers. States he will continue his exertions to clothe the men despite the possible disbanding and discusses applying for funds for this purpose. Mentions that John Hancock, his wife, and a Mrs. Jeffery are leaving tomorrow for New York. Informs that the Society of the Cincinnati of Massachusetts held a meeting and have chosen seven delegates including, General Knox, General Putnam, Henry Jackson, General Cobb, Major Rice, Major North, and Doctor Eustis. Of these, three will form a delegation; Knox, North, and Eustis. Has incorporated a tax for the Society of Cincinnati members to cover the costs of the delegation. Ends by pleading, I pray you Harry keep my Regiment alive, I rest all on you...
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Getting Clothing for the Soldiers, 14 March 1787
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Getting Clothing for the Soldiers, 14 March 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 Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Getting Clothing for the Soldiers, 14 March 1787 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1787. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Getting Clothing for the Soldiers, 14 March 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Discusses his efforts to secure clothing for the troops. Mentions that alterations will need to be made to the knapsacks. Wants to procure new bayonet belts to wear over the shoulder, this will be a great addition to the appearance of the Men.
Upset Letter from Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reacting to the Disbanding of His Part of the Army, 11 April 1787
Upset Letter from Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reacting to the Disbanding of His Part of the Army, 11 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 Upset Letter from Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reacting to the Disbanding of His Part of the Army, 11 April 1787 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1787. Upset Letter from Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reacting to the Disbanding of His Part of the Army, 11 April 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Writes in full, This will inform you, that your friend is the most wreched [sic] man on earth, in consequence of your Letter of the 4th Inst. recd. by the post this Evening - derange - disband - return to private life again - great gad it is too much - I cannot think of it, without distraction, and my mind is embarrased [sic] without description - point to yourself every thing, and it will fall far short, of my feelings on this occation [sic], as more than every thing that is dear to me is involved in this business - I dare not trust on paper what I would wish to say to you - it is cruel - my heart is too full to proceed. He is referring to Congress's proposed disbandment of his regiment or of the troops in general.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about His Moves and Hoping for Supplies from 'monied Men', 18 February 1787
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about His Moves and Hoping for Supplies from 'monied Men', 18 February 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 Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about His Moves and Hoping for Supplies from 'monied Men', 18 February 1787 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1787. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about His Moves and Hoping for Supplies from 'monied Men', 18 February 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Says that he received his recent letters, including one to be delivered to [Benjamin] Hichborn. Asks him to give his regards to Mr. and Mrs. [James] Swan. Writes that Major [William] North has not yet arrived, and he is afraid that North is sick on the road. Declares that he would be happy if his regiment were to remain at camp until it was full and properly organized, but would be satisfied to have any help from the state or from influential monied men in the form of supplies or clothing. Expects an order from Knox to be delivered by North allowing for some money, clothing and supplies for his troops. Discusses monies raised to pay for General [Benjamin] Lincoln's expedition against the Shays insurgents, and mentions that several men, including Governor [James] Bowdoin, have contributed large sums. Asks whether Congress can authorize the use of federal troops by the state forces, if the state paid them. Describes how many men he has thus far recruited, and mentions that Mr. [Stephen] Bruce has advanced supplies to him. Sends love to Lucy Knox and the children. Document has significant water damage throughout including the signature.
