Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Possibility that New York Will Not Ratify the Federal Constitution and the Massachusetts Election, 13 April 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 Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Possibility that New York Will Not Ratify the Federal Constitution and the Massachusetts Election, 13 April 1788 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1788. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Possibility that New York Will Not Ratify the Federal Constitution and the Massachusetts Election, 13 April 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Discusses the possibility that New York will not ratify the Federal Constitution. Writes, I hope the Lord will turn the hearts of the Antis in New York that they may see the necessity of adopting the proposed constitution Some of our Feds are doubtfull whether nine States will Ratify it, and then all that has been done will be lost. If this should be the case I think we had [better] never attempted an alteration, as the Antis & Insurgents will feel a consequence & an influence arising from it that will throw the government into the greatest disorder. Encloses newspapers (not included) updating Knox on the election for Massachusetts' governor and lieutenant governor. Predicts John Hancock will retain his post as Governor and hopes Benjamin Lincoln will be elected Lieutenant Governor. Approves of the good & highly Federal Senators chosen in the counties near Boston. Mentions James Swan's loss of house and farm as payment on one of his debts. Address leaf marked private.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding the Massachusetts Election and Maryland's Possible Adoption of the Constitution, 6 April 1788
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding the Massachusetts Election and Maryland's Possible Adoption of the Constitution, 6 April 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 Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding the Massachusetts Election and Maryland's Possible Adoption of the Constitution, 6 April 1788 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1788. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding the Massachusetts Election and Maryland's Possible Adoption of the Constitution, 6 April 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Thanks Knox for the information regarding Maryland's possible adoption of the Constitution. Writes, I flatter myself that nine States will ratify it by June next- so as to set the wheels agoing by next winter. Has been assured by John Langdon and others that New Hampshire will also ratify the Constitution. Relates that Langdon will be chosen President, or Governor, of New Hampshire over John Sullivan. Discusses the Massachusetts elections, noting that John Hancock will retain his post as Governor. Reports that the Federalists are split between Benjamin Lincoln and Samuel Adams for Lieutenant Governor. Refers to Cincin, possibly Benjamin Lincoln. Harbors distrust for Mr. Jarvis, a land speculator, and discourages Knox from entering into any business dealings with him. Notes that Mrs. [Hepzibah] Swan, wife of James Swan, is doing well. Marked private on the address leaf.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, 17 February 1788
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, 17 February 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 Jackson to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, 17 February 1788 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1788. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, 17 February 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Hopes to be able to inform Knox by the next post that New Hampshire ratified the Federal Constitution as every account from that quarter gives encouragement to that effect. Of Massachusetts' ratification, writes, ...the Federalists in this State increase daily and there is every reason to think that the people at large (except the Insurgent Interest) are fully satisfied with the Ratification, however some persons may say to the contrary. Comments on [James] Swan's debt and asks about his copper contract with the Treasury. Notes that his appointment to Federal regiments has almost financially ruined him.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing Their Mutual Friend James Swan and the Massachusetts Election, 20 April 1788
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing Their Mutual Friend James Swan and the Massachusetts Election, 20 April 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 Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing Their Mutual Friend James Swan and the Massachusetts Election, 20 April 1788 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1788. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing Their Mutual Friend James Swan and the Massachusetts Election, 20 April 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Recently heard news that their mutual friend, James Swan, arrived in France. His wife, Hepzibah Clark Swan, is still in America and hopes James will send for her. Jackson doubts he will be able to, noting ...I am sure his Finances are not sufficient to support it, that is, if he has left with me a true statement of his affairs. Refers to the Massachusetts election for Governor and Lieutenant Governor. Reports that their mutual friend, the General, has 3/5 of the vote (referring to Benjamin Lincoln and the election for Lieutenant Governor). Of Massachusetts legislature, writes Our Senate will be charming it will be Federal to a fault, this gives great satisfaction to the man of influence & property and will be a very great check to an Anti- and Insurgent lower House. Marked private on the address leaf.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Federal Elections, 28 December 1788
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Federal Elections, 28 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 Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Federal Elections, 28 December 1788 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1788. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Federal Elections, 28 December 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Addresses letter to My dear Harry. Writes about a severe snow storm, the most of any we have had this winter - for ten days past, we have had the severest cold Season, known for many years. Goes on to discuss the Federal elections. Notes that Mr. Ames will gain a seat by only a small margin, not the large majority that Jackson expected. Says most believe Mr. [Elbridge] Gerry will be chosen by Middlesex. Sends his love to Knox's family. Watermarked L Paine.
