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 Discussing the Possibility that New York Will Not Ratify the Federal Constitution and the Massachusetts Election, 13 April 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 - 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 about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts, 2 March 1788
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts, 2 March 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, 2 March 1788 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1788. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts, 2 March 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Notes that he writes on this half sheet because it is Sunday and he cannot purchase more paper. Writes, the Legislature of this State met in Wednesday last, [re] his Excellencies speech to them, it is highly approved off [sic], all is quiet & every body satisfied with respect to the adoption of the Federal constitution. Comments on the death of Thomas Cushing, who had been the Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts. Reports that [Nathaniel] Gorham, [Benjamin] Lincoln, [James] Warren, and [Elbridge] Gerry have been suggested by various sources to fill Cushing's place. Notes that the Consul Le Tombe sends his regards. Marked private on the address leaf.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts, 3 February 1788
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts, 3 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, 3 February 1788 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1788. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts, 3 February 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Discusses the Massachusetts convention for ratification of the United States Constitution: The Convention are still seting and is supposed the final vote will not be taken untill Wednesday or Thursday next- Mentions John Hancock's support of the Constitution and his article published in the previous day's Massachusetts Centinel. Calls the Anti-Federalists so damnable stupid and ignorant...the whole race of the Antis are a set of poor devils... Notes that the Anti-Federalists are concerned about their pay. Predicts that Massachusetts will adopt the Constitution. Encloses a receipt from Mary McNeill (not present).
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reporting that Massachusetts Has Ratified the Constitution, 6 February 1788
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reporting that Massachusetts Has Ratified the Constitution, 6 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 Reporting that Massachusetts Has Ratified the Constitution, 6 February 1788 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1788. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reporting that Massachusetts Has Ratified the Constitution, 6 February 1788 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Jackson comments on the Massachusetts convention for ratification of the United States Constitution: HUZZA HUZZA - as you must be anxious & to keep you from suspense a moment I have the extreme pleasure to inform you, that the grand question was put this Afternoon at 5 O Clock by yeas & nays, and was determined in favor of the Constitution by a majority of 19- the whole number present when the vote was taken was 355- of that number 187 were yeas- and 168 nays... Remarks that he attended in the gallery from 9:00 am, eating a dinner of gingerbread and cheese. Exclaims, The moment the Ratification was declared out doors, the whole of the Bells in Town were set a Ringing & a general Joy and Congratulation took place throughout the Town- Lists influential figures of the convention, including John Hancock, James Bowdoin, and Rufus King.
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