Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Requesting Mr. Swan to Boston and Discussing Politics, 3 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 Requesting Mr. Swan to Boston and Discussing Politics, 3 February 1787 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1787. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Requesting Mr. Swan to Boston and Discussing Politics, 3 February 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Thanks him for his recent letters, and sends his compliments to Mr. and Mrs. [James] Swan. Asks him to tell Mr. Swan that his services are wanted in Boston. Provides information on the Legislature and the General Court; declares that everyone is in a state of anxiety as to whether particular counties will be declared in a State of Rebellion. Discusses the status of the Army's military stores and recruitment, as well as the status of the insurgents and General [Benjamin] Lincoln's troops. Fears that the loss of their son will be too much for Mr. and Mrs. [John] Hancock.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Swan's Recovery from Illness and People Going to Congress, 15 February 1789
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Swan's Recovery from Illness and People Going to Congress, 15 February 1789 - 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 Swan's Recovery from Illness and People Going to Congress, 15 February 1789 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1789. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Swan's Recovery from Illness and People Going to Congress, 15 February 1789 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Received his last letter, which contained an enclosure from Mr. [James] Swan. Is very happy to see from his letter that Knox has recovered from his illness, and thanks God for it. Also feels that Mr. [Elbridge] Gerry has chosen well to go into Congress, and will be a good member. Adds that he plans to go to Dorchester to visit their friend Ben [likely Benjamin Hichborn] to discuss some letters he recently received from France.
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 with News of Shays Rebellion, 7 January 1787
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox with News of Shays Rebellion, 7 January 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 with News of Shays Rebellion, 7 January 1787 write by Henry Jackson. This book was released on 1787. Henry Jackson to Henry Knox with News of Shays Rebellion, 7 January 1787 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Happy to hear that Mr. and Mrs. [James] Swan arrived safely. Their friends in Boston were concerned about their trip due to the weather. Asks Knox to present his compliments to the Swans, and to tell them that their family in Boston is doing well. Reports that the government is making preparations to support the sitting of the Court at Worcester on 23 January. General [Benjamin] Lincoln will be commanding 4000 militia men, including six artillery companies, beginning on 20 January. If the insurgents do not appear, the plan is to use the militia to find the insurgents and bring them to civil justice or pursue them root and branch out of the state. Includes the names of the men in Boston, including Governor [James] Bowdoin, who have contributed large sums of money to support this endeavor. Mentions the recruitment of soldiers. Discusses the possible appointment of a Mr. Lee as a cadet, and what steps would be necessary for that to occur. Mentions that Knox's brother William is acquainted with Mr. Lee. Also discusses the appointment of officers and artillerymen, as well as the acquisition of uniforms and supplies. Sends his love to Lucy Knox and their children.
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.
