Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Concerning Knox's Son, 6 November 1794

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Concerning Knox's Son, 6 November 1794
Author: Henry Jackson
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Discusses Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox. Mentions Henry Jackson Knox is on his way to see Knox in New York. Comments about furnishing Mr. [Ebenezer?] Dunton with money instead of giving it to Knox's son. Writes, the value of money he [Henry Jackson Knox] is perfectly a stranger to - I wish to do right in every thing [sic] as it respects him but I know I have failed in many instances... Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.

Abner Lincoln to Henry Knox about the Education of Knox's Son, 26 November 1794

Abner Lincoln to Henry Knox about the Education of Knox's Son, 26 November 1794
Author: Abner Lincoln
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Provides a detailed account of Knox's son's (Henry Jackson Knox) progress in his studies. Notes Henry Jackson Knox has shown an improvement in propriety since Knox's departure. His French master has also noted an improvement. States there have only been two incidences involving Knox's son. Also hints at a inappropriate relationship between Henry Jackson Knox and a girl of bad fame.

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Workmen on His House, the Cost and Knox's Son's Progress, 13 April 1794

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Workmen on His House, the Cost and Knox's Son's Progress, 13 April 1794
Author: Henry Jackson
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Reports Mr. Robinson, Mr. [Ebenezer] Dunton, Mr. [Henry] Simpson, and several laborers have set sail for St. George's [House]. Informs Knox he sent Mr. [Thomas] Vose a new ox cart and Mr. Vose expects the workmen to keep two teams in constant employ. Provides information on salaries paid for the construction of Knox's house. Also, mentions invoices totaling [Dollar sign]400 for materials. Warns Knox his house will cost twice the amount of what he expects. Relays a story about the construction of a theater costing twice the estimated amount. Discusses the performance of Henry Jackson Knox, the son of Henry Knox. Notes they should purchase Henry Jackson Knox a flute.