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George Washington To Henry Knox On Anti Federalists And The Constitution 17 June 1788
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Book Synopsis George Washington to Henry Knox on Anti-Federalists and the Constitution, 17 June 1788 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox on Anti-Federalists and the Constitution, 17 June 1788 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter written by Washington to Knox, discussing the Anti-Federalists and debate in each state over ratifying the Constitution. Copy made 3 March 1854.
Book Synopsis George Washington to Henry Knox on Acceptance of the United States Constitution by the Virginia Convention for Ratification, 17 June 1788 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox on Acceptance of the United States Constitution by the Virginia Convention for Ratification, 17 June 1788 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Received Knox's previous letter on the eve of departure for Fredericksburg, to visit his mother. Doubts acceptance of the United States Constitution by the Virginia Convention for ratification. Accuses Anti-Federalists of creating jealousies and exciting alarms. Notes that residents of the Kentucke area (the later state of Kentucky) will have a large impact on ratification. Their primary concerns are navigation of the Mississippi River and organization into a separate state. Discusses details of the Virginia convention for ratification. Is disappointed that a great majority opposes the Constitution in New York. Has received information that New Hampshire's ratification of the Constitution is likely. Mentions Colonel Humphreys.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about the Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts and the Different Attitudes of Those who Oppose It, 14 February 1788 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about the Ratification of the Constitution in Massachusetts and the Different Attitudes of Those who Oppose It, 14 February 1788 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports on Massachusetts' adoption of the Constitution of the United States. Writes, It may with great truth be asserted that no subject was ever more candidly debated- Many of the minority express their determination, of inculcating the principle of union among their constituents. Categorizes those who oppose the Constitution into three groups: the insurgent interest, the desperate debtors, and honest men, without information whose minds are apprehensive of danger to their Liberties. Encloses a paper containing a description of the demonstration of Joy by the Boston people on the occasion (not present). Notes that New Hampshire's ratification convention assembled the previous day.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Reporting Progress on the Ratification of the Constitution, 14 January 1788 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Reporting Progress on the Ratification of the Constitution, 14 January 1788 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox updates Washington on various state conventions meeting to decide on ratification of the United States Constitution. Writes, The new Constitution has hitherto been as well received as could have been expected considering the various existing opinions prejudices and parties in the respective states. Reports that Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Connecticut have all voted in favor of ratification. Mentions Jeremiah and James Wadsworth, both part of the Connecticut convention. Thinks Connecticut's decision to ratify will influence the Massachusetts convention (Massachusetts ratified the Constitution 6 February 1788). Discusses political factions in Massachusetts, including the commercial part, the Eastern part, and the insurgents and their favorers... Notes that Samuel Adams, one of the Massachusetts state ratifying convention members, has declared opposition to the Constitution. Comments on his rheumatism. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about Society of Cincinnati, the Constitution, State Politics and His Family, 21 December 1788 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about Society of Cincinnati, the Constitution, State Politics and His Family, 21 December 1788 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox's retained draft, riddled with struck text and insertions. Acknowledges receipt of applications Washington sent for admission into the Society of the Cincinnati. Comments on the Constitution at great length: In the states of New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Connecticut, the great object of organizing the new Constitution has engrossed the attention of the people. Notes that Rhode Island's paper money system and tender laws are sufficiently characteristick of their pursuits. Refers to the Constitution, the new government, and Federalism in Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New York, Virginia and New Jersey. Declares, Mr. John Adams will probably have the plurality of views for vice President- from his principles of government as well his professions of regard to the character universally decided on for the President- he will probably be one of the best characters for the office of vice president. Notes that his three youngest children have had the measles. In a post script, reports that Major Haskell, who is on his way to Europe, hopes to obtain a certificate of service from Washington.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln Discussing the Constitution, 13 June 1788 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln Discussing the Constitution, 13 June 1788 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports that he forwarded a letter from Lincoln to John Jacob Faesch. Discusses the Constitution, noting that no state has thus far rejected it except for Rhode Island. Writes, Thank Heaven America has a proposition for a government which in case of a storm would shield the principle of liberty... from the rude attacks of anarchy and tyranny. Relates that eight states have adopted the Constitution, and there is reason to believe Virginia will also choose in favor of ratification. Comments on Anti-Federalists in New York and the likelihood that New York will adopt the Constitution. Notes The real disposition of New Hampshire seems to be concealed regarding ratification. Congratulates Lincoln on being elected Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette on George Washington Greene's Education and State Conventions on the Ratification of the U.S. Constitution, 15 May 1788 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette on George Washington Greene's Education and State Conventions on the Ratification of the U.S. Constitution, 15 May 1788 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marked Copy. Letter in a secretarial hand. Says that Joel Barlow, later known as one of the Connecticut Wits, will deliver this letter. Knox identifies Barlow as the author of The vision of Columbus, a long epic poem in heroic couplets. Barlow went to Europe as an agent for a company that wanted to sell western lands to French emigrants. Knox says Barlow is traveling with the son of Nathanael Greene, George Washington Greene, who is to study with Lafayette in France. Says Catharine Greene and Colonel Wadsworth have written him on the subject of Master Washington's education, and he will not say much on it. Proceeds to say The Classics and modern languages as being the work of memory will probably constitute his first studies, together with learning the necessary personal exercises to form his manners. Says mathematics, geography, astronomy, and drawing should come later. Says his removal to France will honor the memory of his father. Praises the young man's character and disposition. Says his last letter to Lafayette was on 26 April. Thanks Lafayette for sending the Dutch patriot Vander Kemp to meet him. Updates him on state conventions on the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Says Maryland was the 7th state to ratify. Says the election for the New York convention delegates has recently taken place, but that the results are not known yet. Believes it will be a balanced delegation of those for and against it. Says Were the New Constitution to have required the Unanimous assent of all the states it would never have been adopted - But as it require only nine states in the first instance, it may be in full operation, in one year from the present time. In the hand of William Knox.
Book Synopsis George Washington to Henry Knox on the Constitutional Convention, 2 April 1787 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox on the Constitutional Convention, 2 April 1787 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relates reasons for not wanting to attend the Constitutional Convention, including the possibility that all states might not attend (rendering representation partial). Notes that if all Delegates attend with the power to address and cure the defects of the Constitution, the Convention will be a worthwhile endeavor. Asks Knox to find out from his friends in Congress the degree of power Delegates will possess. Also asks him to probe for others' views regarding his attendance (or non-attendance). Hopes to see Knox in Philadelphia before the Convention (Knox will be there for a Society of the Cincinnati meeting), and to discuss the various problems with participating in the Convention. Fears the Convention may result in division. Complains of a recent Rheumatic complaint which may prevent his attendance in Philadelphia.
Book Synopsis George Washington to Henry Knox with Congratulations on Acceptance of the Constitution by Massachusetts, 3 March 1788 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox with Congratulations on Acceptance of the Constitution by Massachusetts, 3 March 1788 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Severely faded on p. 1 right margin (from water damage). Also, opposition in remaining states and predicting revolution in France. Accompanied by provenance note of John F. Smith. This document had been removed from Gen. Knox's papers by his granddaughter in the nineteenth century.
Book Synopsis George Washington to Henry Knox Reporting on Events at the Constitutional Convention, 19 August 1787 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox Reporting on Events at the Constitutional Convention, 19 August 1787 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, reporting on events at the Constitutional Convention. Copy made 1 February 1854.
Book Synopsis George Washington to Henry Knox Discussing the Constitutional Convention, 31 May 1787 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox Discussing the Constitutional Convention, 31 May 1787 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter written to Henry Knox, briefly discussing the beginning of the Constitutional Convention, and his election as chair of the Convention. Copy made on 1 February 1854 according to note at top of first page.
Book Synopsis William North to Henry Knox Reporting on Preparations for the New York Constitutional Convention, 13 February 1788 by : William North
Download or read book William North to Henry Knox Reporting on Preparations for the New York Constitutional Convention, 13 February 1788 written by William North and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Notes that he received correspondence from Knox. Writes, ...before I opened it repaired to a club which is established here for hearing news, smoking tobacco, & drinking grogg. As there were antifederalists in this body, I thought the paragraphs in you letter respecting Sam Adams might be read with good effect... Relates that he had hoped Massachusetts would ratify the Constitution by a greater majority. Reports that Anti-Federalists in New York are preparing for the New York ratification convention. Complains that Governor George Clinton fills up every post with vagabonds... the Centinel... and other publications against the Constitution are scattered all over the County, while the federalist remains at New York, & not a single piece (of which there are many more intelligible to the common people) is sent abroad. Though the docket dates this letter to February 13, 1787, the content clearly indicates that the year is 1788.
Book Synopsis Nicholas Jones to Henry Knox about George Washington, December 1788 by : Nicholas Jones
Download or read book Nicholas Jones to Henry Knox about George Washington, December 1788 written by Nicholas Jones and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written in Bloomingdale, possibly referring to a district of New York City in the Upper West Side. Jones writes, His Excellency, the Late Commander in Chief (Whom I now presume may be Saluted President Elect of the New Federal Constitution)... has in Consequence of his Late Command of the Army, Received many presentations, applications & c. Therefore His Excellencies Representative at the Evacuation of New York by the British in 83... May Expect something more than Official Matters. Encloses confidential proposals and discusses military matters (not present).
Book Synopsis The Fate of the Revolution by : Lorri Glover
Download or read book The Fate of the Revolution written by Lorri Glover and published by Johns Hopkins University Press. This book was released on 2016-06-15 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This engaging book harnesses the uncertainty and excitement of the Constitutional debates to show readers the clear departure the Constitution marked, the powerful reasons people had to view it warily, and the persuasive claims that Madison and his allies finally made with success.
Download or read book Ratification written by Pauline Maier and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-06-07 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The dramatic story of the debate over the ratification of the Constitution, the first new account of this seminal moment in American history in years.
Download or read book A More Perfect Union written by and published by National Archives & Records Administration. This book was released on 1986 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint. Originally published : Washington, D.C. : National Archives Trust Fund Board, 1978.
Book Synopsis The Writings of George Washington from the Original Manuscript Sources 1745-1799 Volume 29 September 1, 1786-June 19, 1788 by : Fitzpatrick, John C.
Download or read book The Writings of George Washington from the Original Manuscript Sources 1745-1799 Volume 29 September 1, 1786-June 19, 1788 written by Fitzpatrick, John C. and published by Best Books on. This book was released on 1939-01-01 with total page 606 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The writings of George Washington from the original manuscript sources 1745-1799; prepared under the direction of the United States George Washington Bicentennial Commission and published by authority Library of Congress.
