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Henry Knox To Thomas Jefferson About General Stewart Declining Position Of Philadelphia Port Inspector Due To Wanting To Pursue Commercial Activities 22 November 1793
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Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Thomas Jefferson about General Stewart Declining Position of Philadelphia Port Inspector Due to Wanting to Pursue Commercial Activities, 22 November 1793 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Thomas Jefferson about General Stewart Declining Position of Philadelphia Port Inspector Due to Wanting to Pursue Commercial Activities, 22 November 1793 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Jefferson that General Stewart declines accepting the appointment of Inspector for the port of Philadelphia and would have done the same with the naval office had it been offered to him. He says that he made the application at the influnce [sic] of his father-in Law, who is now convinced that the acceptance of the office would injure his commercial pursuits. Goes on to say that he enclosed a letter from the Governor of Maryland concerning the capture of the brigs Cunningham and Pilgrim. Watermarked J Watt & C Patent Copying/Sold By J Woodmason/London. Letterpress copy.
Book Synopsis Thomas Jefferson to Henry Knox about Sea Boundaries, 15 November 1793 by : Thomas Jefferson
Download or read book Thomas Jefferson to Henry Knox about Sea Boundaries, 15 November 1793 written by Thomas Jefferson and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written in the third person by Jefferson, who signed his name in text. Quite probably the cover letter for the four sign letterpress copies Jefferson sent to Knox: GLC02437.05965, GLC02437.05966, GLC02437.05967 and GLC02437.05969. Encloses his press copies of letters to the attorneys of Pennsylvania and Delaware (referring to letters he sent on the issue of ships captured near the United States coast). The Delaware copy is GLC02437.05969; the Pennsylvania copy is not included. Copies of the letter sent to the attorneys of New Jersey, Connecticut, and New York are present: GLC02437.05965, GLC02437.05966, and GLC02437.05967 respectively. Mentions Mr. Kilty's report.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Flucker Knox with Family News, Philadelphia and News of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton, 2 November 1793 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Flucker Knox with Family News, Philadelphia and News of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton, 2 November 1793 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Signed and initialed by Knox. Tells Lucy their baby girl and the rest of the family is in good health just outside Philadelphia. Reports The disorder seems to have vanished by Magic and the great Storm of rain which took place the day before yesterday and lasted 24 hours will complete the death of this infernal monster. Says he will not be going into town until December though. Expects to see Lucy by 15 November. Notes President Washington and Thomas Jefferson arrived in Germantown yesterday in perfect health. Mentions Hamilton is again sick, but not with the prevailing fever but he has caught cold - and will be well again in two or three days. Written from Falls of Schuylkill, Pennsylvania, present day Philadelphia.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Thomas Jefferson Stating Washington Wants to Ratify Creek Treaty, 12 August 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Thomas Jefferson Stating Washington Wants to Ratify Creek Treaty, 12 August 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secretary of War Knox informs Secretary of State Jefferson that President Washington wants to ratify the treaty with the Creeks the following day at noon.
Book Synopsis Thomas Jefferson to Henry Knox Asking If Three Charge D'affairs Can Attend the Creek Peace Treaty Ceremony, 12 August 1790 by : Thomas Jefferson
Download or read book Thomas Jefferson to Henry Knox Asking If Three Charge D'affairs Can Attend the Creek Peace Treaty Ceremony, 12 August 1790 written by Thomas Jefferson and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jefferson, Secretary of State, responds to Secretary of War Knox's letter about the ratification of the Creek treaty (see GLC02437.04688 and GLC02437.04691). Jefferson asks Knox whether he can invite the three charge's de affaires and respectable strangers of their nation to the signing. Also asks, do ladies go? If so, asserts that Mrs. Otto should be on Mr. Otto's invitation. Docketed by Knox.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Thomas Jefferson about Ceremony for Ratification of Peace Treaty with Creeks, 12 August 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Thomas Jefferson about Ceremony for Ratification of Peace Treaty with Creeks, 12 August 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secretary of War Knox writes Secretary of State Jefferson apparently in answer to Jefferson's question about the upcoming ceremony to ratify the peace treaty with the Creeks (see GLC02437.04689). Provides information regarding who may attend the ceremony, and asks Jefferson to call on him to discuss the details.
Book Synopsis Thomas Jefferson to Henry Knox Asking Knox to Proofread a Letter, 28 May 1792 by : Thomas Jefferson
Download or read book Thomas Jefferson to Henry Knox Asking Knox to Proofread a Letter, 28 May 1792 written by Thomas Jefferson and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Signed in text. Asks that Knox proofread a letter he has prepared to reply to Mr. Hammond (not included). Apologizes for asking and for the haste with which this must be accomplished, as he needs to complete the task before the President's return. Adds that he wants close editing for his letter because the importance of this first move in the business renders him anxious that it should be well corrected.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Thomas Jefferson Welcoming Him to the Office of President and Complimenting Him on His Desire for Less Partisanship, 16 March 1801 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Thomas Jefferson Welcoming Him to the Office of President and Complimenting Him on His Desire for Less Partisanship, 16 March 1801 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1801 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A cordial letter welcoming Jefferson to office, and expressing approval of Jefferson's inauguration speech. Appreciates Jefferson's appeal for less partisanship as a means for cementing more closely our union. Remarks upon the fact that he supported [John] Adams but nevertheless maintains a resepect for and attachment to Jefferson. Signed by Knox with initials.
Book Synopsis Thomas Jefferson to Henry Knox about Treaty of Hopewell, North Carolina and Dealings with the Cherokee, 26 August 1790 by : Thomas Jefferson
Download or read book Thomas Jefferson to Henry Knox about Treaty of Hopewell, North Carolina and Dealings with the Cherokee, 26 August 1790 written by Thomas Jefferson and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jefferson, Secretary of State, writes Knox to hastily give his thoughts on the treaty of Hopewell, the act of cession of N. Carolina and the act of acceptance by Congress. States that Congress's act of acceptance followed the Treaty of Hopewell, and that North Carolina can not use their right of preemption to take away the right of occupation of the Cherokees. The question would be a disagreeable one between the general government, a particular government, and individuals. Jefferson thinks purchasing from the Cherokees the right of occupation is one solution. Docketed by Knox.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about Operations, 2 July 1781 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about Operations, 2 July 1781 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1781 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recently arrived in Peekskill. Expresses disappointment that Washington had moved by the time he arrived. Asks Washington to write to the Board of War if he plans to alter the time of arrival of stores sent to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In a post script, writes, If your Excellency should be engag'd in any operations, which you intend to lead to immediate action I hope I may with confidence expect your Summons ...
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox Regarding His Investments and Business Matters, 13 February 1779 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox Regarding His Investments and Business Matters, 13 February 1779 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1779 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains why he has not written recently, citing a very bad arrangement between me & the post Master. Expresses relief that he and William agree regarding an unspecified matter and a Mr. Hichborne (most sources say Hichborn). Refers to the hoorid fate of the General Arnold. Notes humanity recoils at the Idea of the distress which the poor families must sustain by the loss of their husbands, fathers, or brothers in that tremendous catastrophe (the General Arnold, a ship, crashed on a sandbar outside of Plymouth, Massachusetts in December 1778). Knox had some investment in the ship, noting his relief that savings from the wreck will pay all expenses. Discusses British ships and the high price of goods in Philadelphia. Instructs William to pay Mr. French a sum owed by Knox. Comments on Betsey and Sally Winslow, who are staying in Pluckemin. Remarks, You will see in the papers some... charges against Genl [Benedict] Arnold by the State of Pennsylvania- I shall be exceedingly mistaken if one of them can be proven- he has returned to Philadelphia and will I hope be able to vindicate himself from the aspersion of his enemies.
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 Thomas Jefferson to Henry Knox about Politics, Knox's Son, Friendship, Family and Passes on God Wishes from James Gunn, 8 April 1800 by : Thomas Jefferson
Download or read book Thomas Jefferson to Henry Knox about Politics, Knox's Son, Friendship, Family and Passes on God Wishes from James Gunn, 8 April 1800 written by Thomas Jefferson and published by . This book was released on 1800 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Very personal letter from Vice President Thomas Jefferson. Notes that he passed along Knox's friendly expressions to General Gunn, possibly Senator James Gunn. Refers to a transaction, likely concerning the debate in the U.S. Senate regarding Knox's son's promotion, stating of the transaction to which they are related I can say little, having, you know, neither ears to hear, eyes to see, or tongue to speak, but as the Senate direct me. Assures Knox the debate in the Senate was polite and respectful. Discusses Jefferson's and Knox's difference of political opinions. States that if every man had the same opinion, every man would be an insulated being, and social relations would be dissolved. I can say with truth, and with great comfort to my own heart, that I never deserted a friend for difference of opinion in politics, in religion, in physics; for I place all these differences on a footing. but great numbers have deserted me. Jefferson expresses his sorrow for losses Knox's family has recently suffered. Free frank signed by Jefferson.
Book Synopsis Walter Stewart to Henry Knox about Winter Accommodation for Knox in Philadelphia, 10 September 1790 by : Walter Stewart
Download or read book Walter Stewart to Henry Knox about Winter Accommodation for Knox in Philadelphia, 10 September 1790 written by Walter Stewart and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stewart writes Knox to say he has been unsuccessful in finding accommodations for Knox in Philadelphia. He suggests one place he used to own that might do for the winter. Stewart says he is leaving his current accommodations to make room for George Washington and doesn't know where he will relocate. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Charles Stewart Discussing Pay for Military Service, 24 March 1785 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Charles Stewart Discussing Pay for Military Service, 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: Knox writes to Stewart, Continental Congressman and former Commissary General of Issues of the Continental Army. Requests Stewart's assistance in helping William Hoskins receive pay for his military service. Refer to GLC02437.03112 for Hoskins's letter.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent about Matters of Office and the Coming Convention, 2 March 1787 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent about Matters of Office and the Coming Convention, 2 March 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: Body of the letter and signature in the hand of Robert Pemberton, Knox's aide. Discusses surveys that Sargent requested and where they should be deposited. Notes he has not seen Captain Hutchins yet to discuss the survey of the 5th range. States that Board of Treasury is of the opinion the surveys should be delivered to Hutchins since he was the principal in the business and that Knox agrees with them. Mentions [Major William] North's resignation from the Office of Inspectors, noting that it has not taken affect yet due to the recent raising of troops. Mentions the irregular Congressional meetings and that nine of the states recently met and discussed the [Constitutional] Convention being held in May at Philadelphia. Noted as a copy on the docket.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox on Matters of Business, Land and Politics, 24 June 1791 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox on Matters of Business, Land and Politics, 24 June 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox signs with his initials. References receiving several letters from William since 7 April. Has no excuses for why he has not written more often. Says this letter will not be long because there is a ship in port that is just about to leave for Liverpool and this note needs to be on it. Says they are all well and situated comfortably near the city at Bush Hill, Vice President John Adams's house. Adams was away at Braintree, Massachusetts, so the house was available. Reports he is going into a good house in Philadelphia in the autumn. Is surprised that William is living in a strange Country without a Guinea. Says he has not paid Shaw and Randall, but he will. Will not draw upon Webber. Tells him not to worry, If you cannot sell the lands ... why you must not starve. Says that Mr. Morris has sold the lands which he bought of Gorham and Phelps. Makes references to 120,000 acres around Lake Ontario called the Yenesee Lands. Has heard that Gouverneur Morris has neglected the St. Lawrence Lands. Relates that the consular bill was put before the Senate on the last day of the session. Says it will be taken up again next session. Says that Thomas Jefferson has been absent, but he will communicate with him on the subject. Says George Washington has been absent or in the Southern states since 23 March. Has returned in good health to Mount Vernon though. Washington will be back in Philadelphia next month. Says his wife is expecting a baby on 25 July. Tells him to keep his spirits up and to keep writing even though he is a bad correspondent. Claims We have a force of about 3000 men going against the Indians. Says that unless they make peace they will need to be punished.
