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Henry Knox To Edward H Robbins About Business And The Election Of Washington 22 February 1789
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Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward H. Robbins about Business and the Election of Washington, 22 February 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward H. Robbins about Business and the Election of Washington, 22 February 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks him for his last letter. Reports that he has only received a statement from Robbins about the present situation of the reference. Robbins's plan appears highly judicious. Believes it would be an injustice to accommodate an obsolete claim any further. Asks him to decide on the matter in conjunction with Mr. [Benjamin] Hichborn and the Winslows. Discusses the effects of antifederalists in the Legislature. Mentions the election of General [George] Washington for President and [John] Adams for Vice President.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward H. Robbins and Benjamin Hichborn about the Waldo Lands, 11 January 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward H. Robbins and Benjamin Hichborn about the Waldo Lands, 11 January 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Docket declares that the letter is addressed to both Edward Robbins and Benjamin Hichborn, but the address listed on the bottom of the letter only mentions Robbins. Contains similar content to GLC02437.04088, a letter to Hichborn. Has learned that Mr. Jones has left Boston without deciding on the reference between Mr. Waldo and Mr. Wetmore. Would be apprehensive if the proceedings with the Commission continue under this circumstance. Relates that he has heard from Mr. [possibly Isaac] Winslow on the views of Robbins and Colonel [Benjamin] Hichborn. Discusses how to proceed with their business regarding the Waldo patent lands.
Book Synopsis Edward H. Robbins to Henry Knox, 20 March 1786 by : Edward Hutchinson Robbins
Download or read book Edward H. Robbins to Henry Knox, 20 March 1786 written by Edward Hutchinson Robbins and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Has enclosed a copy of the bond between the heirs of the Waldo patent and the ten proprietors (not present). Discusses delays in processing the paperwork and executing the bond. Comments on a variety of other matters related to the patent.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward H. Robbins Requesting a Tribunal Examine the Waldo Patent Surveys, 4 February 1795 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward H. Robbins Requesting a Tribunal Examine the Waldo Patent Surveys, 4 February 1795 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1795 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Asks for an examination by an impartial tribunal in order to correct a blunder of the surveyors, referring to issues involved with the Waldo patent. Letterpress copy.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward H. Robbins about Legal Battles Over the Waldo Patent, 2 April 1786 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward H. Robbins about Legal Battles Over the Waldo Patent, 2 April 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unsigned, but handwriting indicates the author is Henry Knox. Provides extensive commentary on the legal battles between the ten proprietors and the heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo over the Waldo patent lands.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward Carrington about the Virginia Elections, 8 March 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward Carrington about the Virginia Elections, 8 March 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unsigned, but authorship inferred from handwriting. Discusses Carrington's last letter, in which he reported the winners of the Virginia elections and described his prediction that the electorate would change their sentiments to support federalism (see GLC02437.04119). Comments on the New York legislature, specifically the Senate and individual members. Also lists the number of Senators and Representatives from each state present in New York. Lastly, discusses Carrington's query about an appointment with the new government (see GLC02437.04119). Docketed by Knox.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about the Congressional Election Results, 23 March 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about the Congressional Election Results, 23 March 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to report on the Congressional election results from New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Maryland, and explains when the First Federal Congress will be assembled in New York. Adds that it seems probable that Mr. Chas [Charles] Thomson, the current secretary of Congress, will announce the winner of the Presidency. Docketed by Knox.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about Getting Him Some Cloth and Knox's Bad Health, 12 February 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about Getting Him Some Cloth and Knox's Bad Health, 12 February 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that upon receiving his note, Knox sent to all the shops that might sell American broad cloth but was exceedingly chagrined to learn there were none in town at present. Found that some cloth was expected in town very soon, in light grey, Hartford grey, bottle green, and dark brown colors. Will be able to secure the quantity he and Mrs. Washington would like and send it immediately, though he warns that Washington might be disappointed with the quality of the cloth, as it is only about good as an english second cloth. Also reports that he has been ill and in bed due to a severe attack of the accute [sic] Rheumatism. However, he is improving and hopes to be able to go abroad in a few days. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox Sends Cloth to George Washington, 19 February 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox Sends Cloth to George Washington, 19 February 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he is sending along 13 1/2 yards of bottle green cloth, of Hartford manufacture. Would have sent more, but only 13 1/2 yards of this color came, and the other colors were too mean and coarse. Estimates that [t]here will probably be enough for a coat and waistcoat for you and also for Mrs Washingtons rid[in]g dress. Reports that it was fairly inexpensive, only two dollars per yard, and he hopes the package arrives quickly and safely. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to John Gleason on Various Business Matters, 17 February 1806 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to John Gleason on Various Business Matters, 17 February 1806 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1806 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes in response to two of Gleason's previous letters. Reports that the articles a Mr. Bentley ordered will be sent on a vessel in March. Mentions the very serious problem of the destruction of the lime store, which he blames on the carelessness of the coopers. Discusses business with Mr. [possibly Ebenezer] Thatcher and the firm of Alden & Robbins. Provides instructions and commentary on his manufacturing business.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward Hutchinson Robbins about Land Claims, 10 June 1787 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward Hutchinson Robbins about Land Claims, 10 June 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forwards a paper regarding a Mr. Wetmore's claim to land (not included). Notes, The business has not a good complexion... Promises to look into Wetmore's claim fairly, and has written to Mr. Winslow (likely one of Lucy Knox's cousins) regarding the inquiry. The claim relates to Wetmore retaining administration of the estate of the Brigadier, Samuel Waldo. Knox has written to England to obtain certain papers that will clarify claims on the Waldo land. Written in the hand of Knox's aide Robert Pemberton. Docketed as a copy.
Book Synopsis Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Business Matters, Washington's Visit to Boston and the Chances of an Indian War, 15 November 1789 by : Henry Jackson
Download or read book Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Business Matters, Washington's Visit to Boston and the Chances of an Indian War, 15 November 1789 written by Henry Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Knox that Ben, possibly Benjamin Hichborn, and Sam Gardner, will consider Knox's unspecified proposal. Reports that Captain Thomas Vose, who was overseeing affairs on Knox's Maine lands, was in town the previous week. Vose fears that a ship sailing from the St. George River was lost at sea. Adds that Knox's coachman, William, was on board. Notes that the people who live on Knox's land are late in their payments because of Brown's petition, and they will not make any payments as long as the petition's status is uncertain in the [General] Court. Encloses a letter from William Frost (not included). Frost is trying to collect money from Knox, and Jackson plans to wait for Knox's approval before paying him. Briefly describes George Washington's recent visit to Boston: The Presidents visit will make a lasting impression on the minds of the people in this quarter, and I can discover an alteration in the sentiments of a number who were fluctuating & uneasy previous to this event. The President must have arrived with you long before this and I am satisfied you will hear every particular that took place on his introduction to this City. Also writes, Many here are of opinion that an Indian War is inevitable. Some have gone so far as to begin to count on their share of the plunder of South America. Sends his regards to Lucy Knox and Catharine Greene.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Washington He Has Accepted the Role of Secretary at War and Other Business Matters, 24 March 1785 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Washington He Has Accepted the Role of Secretary at War and Other Business Matters, 24 March 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Requests a certificate from Washington for Winthrop Sargent, who Knox describes as really clever and... an excellent artillery officer. Promises to procure limestone when the weather improves. Discusses Washington's refusal of a gift from the Legislature of Virginia. States, My jealousy for your fame is so high, that I should prefer seeing you cincinnatus like, following your plow rather than accepting the least pecuniary reward for services, which fairly challenge the approbation of posterity, but thank the supreme God, you are happily placed above the necessity of receiving any assistance. Suggests the money should instead go to the maintenance of the widows, and the support and education of the orphans of those men of their own line... Reports that he accepted the appointment of Secretary at War, noting From the habits imbibed during the War, and from the opinion of my friends, that I should make but an indifferent trader, I thought upon mature consideration that it was well to accept it... Complains of the position's low salary ([Dollar sign]2450 per year), discussing his relatively precarious financial state. Text extends into the margins of pages two and three. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden about Business, Health and Family, 19 February 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden about Business, Health and Family, 19 February 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses receipt of a bill of exchange from Thomas and Joseph Compson. Reports that he has sent it to James Webber in London. He and Mrs. Knox were unhappy to hear that Mrs. Ogden is unwell and hope that she recovers. Discusses several other matters related to their children and families, including Knox's own recovery from illness.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward Rutledge about an Advertisement and Politics, 21 January 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward Rutledge about an Advertisement and Politics, 21 January 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Received his last letter with its enclosures to Colonel [Jeremiah] Wadsworth. Discusses his attempts to publish an advertisement Rutledge had also enclosed, and mentions some research he has been trying to conduct. Declares that he would do anything to help his dear Departed friend [Nathanael] Greene. Provides a lengthy discussion of elections in the various states.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward Carrington about Political and Military Affairs, 24 July 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward Carrington about Political and Military Affairs, 24 July 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Carrington that he has received his letters concerning appointments for young officers and that though they generally arrived too late, he will keep them in mind for future consideration. States that there were many more applications than positions. Speaking about the last session of Congress, he writes, The indian war, and the failure of the last expedition combined with a partial aversion to the government excited much ill humor during the last session. It was thought proper by a party, to levell some shafts at me....Parties will arise in free governments - and party prejudice is proverbally blind. Asks about the general Machine in Virginia and comments on prosperity in Pennsylvania. Discusses the New York governor's election, [John] Jay it would seem had a majority of votes - but [George] Clinton is the governor ...the essence of republicanism is done away and if a man can perpetuate himself to office by a minority. Also comments he has heard that some one in Virginia wants Clinton to run for Vice President against John Adams and wants to know if this is true.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden about Business [copy], 22 October 1787 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden about Business [copy], 22 October 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. States that the business is in a pretty loose situation, but hopes things will improve in a few days. Says Mr. Moore will be able to provide Ogden with further details about the situation when they meet up.
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