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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.05415 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0108] April 1792 |
| Title | Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on financial burdens, a visit from Knox's family and government appointments |
| Date | 15 April 1792 |
| Author | Jackson, Henry (1747-1809) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Business and financial document |
| Content Description | Writes that he expects a "coach & four" at any moment to take him, Mr. Jarvis and Mr. Read to Andover to sign a contract, as Mr. Phillips is unable to come to where Jackson is. Has received a bill from Mr. [Royal] Flint for $6800, which eases his financial burdens. Writes that he hopes he and Mr. [David] Cobb will leave town soon. Is disappointed Knox has not been more specific as to how many members of his family will be staying with Jackson for the summer. Would like to make the necessary preparations. Encloses a letter from Mr. John Davis, an officer he worked with during the Revolutionary War, who apparently would like to secure an appointment. Also recommends a Mr. Greenleaf. Sends his love to Knox's family. |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War General Contract Finance Debt Entertaining and Hospitality Office Seeker Revolutionary War Military History Letter of Introduction or Recommendation |
| People | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Jackson, Henry (1747-1809) Cobb, David (1748-1830) Flint, Royal (1754-1797) |
| Theme | Merchants & Commerce; Children & Family |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |