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.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Knox's Lands, 28 October 1787
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Knox's Lands, 28 October 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 Knox's Lands, 28 October 1787 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1787. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Knox's Lands, 28 October 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Informs Knox that his affairs at the Eastward want your attention exceeding, I impressed this on the mind of your Brother when here, in the strongest manner that was in my power. Discusses the subdivision and selling off of Knox's lands, likely in Maine. Relates advice about Knox's land to maximize his profits. Mentions that General [Rufus] Putnam is planning to move to Ohio, and that he [Jackson] is sick of the city and thinking of moving out there himself. Relates business matters involving their mutual friend [Samuel] Breck. Lastly, discusses the fact that the Massachusetts legislature has voted to hold a convention to ratify the new United States Constitution. Adds that if it is approved, a military will be established; hopes Knox will think of him for a position in that new military.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reporting that Shays' Rebellion is Almost Over and Discussing Legislature Raising Money and Troops, 11 February 1787
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reporting that Shays' Rebellion is Almost Over and Discussing Legislature Raising Money and Troops, 11 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 Reporting that Shays' Rebellion is Almost Over and Discussing Legislature Raising Money and Troops, 11 February 1787 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1787. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reporting that Shays' Rebellion is Almost Over and Discussing Legislature Raising Money and Troops, 11 February 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Received his last letter and delivered the enclosures appropriately. Sends regards to Mr. and Mrs. [James] Swan, and reports that their family is well. Writes that the Rebellion is nearly at an end. Has enclosed newspapers to provide an authentick & particular account of the fate of Mr. [Daniel] Shays and his banditti as well as of the success of their friend General [Benjamin] Lincoln. Reports that the Legislature has voted to raise troops to protect the state and capture any rebels they find, and the Legislature is offering a bounty to encourage men to enlist. Is concerned that this endeavor will jeopardize his ability to recruit for his own regiment, because he cannot afford to offer as much money up front as the government can. Reports that a large balance is owed to Mr. Stephen Bruce for the materials he supplied to the regiments, and Jackson cannot provide him any of the money. Visited Mr. [Stephen] Higginson for help, but Mr. Higginson told him there was no money to be spared for Jackson's regiment, though he will do his best to help him. Mentions that he does not know whether Knox or the Governor will order his regiment to Springfield, but insists that they must be properly clothed and paid before they march. Discusses how best to organize the men on the march, and mentions the status of the recruitment of artillery officers. Also mentions that Mr. Bruce would like to contract with Mr. [Robert] Morris or Mr. [Jeremiah] Wadsworth for supplying troops. Sends his love to Lucy and the Knox children.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Clothing for His Men Plus Congress and the Army, 8 April 1787
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 about Troop Arrangements for the Aftermath of Shays' Rebellion and an Escaped Prisoner, 25 February 1787
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Troop Arrangements for the Aftermath of Shays' Rebellion and an Escaped Prisoner, 25 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 Troop Arrangements for the Aftermath of Shays' Rebellion and an Escaped Prisoner, 25 February 1787 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1787. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Troop Arrangements for the Aftermath of Shays' Rebellion and an Escaped Prisoner, 25 February 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Discusses the arrangement of troops and an established military uniform he received from Major [William] North. Asks Knox to decide which of the two majors will be assigned to him so he can appoint a field officer at the Castle. Goes into further detail about his new recruits and funding for the uniforms. Notes General [Benjamin] Lincoln remains in Pittsfield, Massachusetts (one of the areas where Shays' Rebellion took place). Writes, ...the heart of the Rebellion is broken up, and have dispersed to all quarters - but if the government Troops were withdrawn, from that quarter, the same faction would brake out again. Says the prisoners from the rebellion will be tried immediately. Notes Captain [Adam?] Wheeler, one of the leaders of the rebellion who was taken prisoner in New York, was rescued by a set of Raskels from that state.
