Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing a Business Transaction and the Newly Acquired Contentedness of Waldo Residents, 26 October 1794

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing a Business Transaction and the Newly Acquired Contentedness of Waldo Residents, 26 October 1794
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Discusses a business transaction involving [Thomas?] Goldthwait, [Thomas?] Edwards, Mr. [John] Bacon, and [Joseph] Peirce. Also mentions the amount of [bank?] notes paid out to various parties. Writes there is a gentleman here from the [Waldo] patent [lands] and he says the people are now perfectly contented & happy in consequence of your late visit and the operation of Bibles - Rum - Spelling books - Brandy. Comments they obtained the looking glasses they were looking for from New York, New York. Notes he has enclosed a letter from a Mr. Harris.

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Principles of a Possible Agreement for the Waldo Patent, 28 June 1791

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Principles of a Possible Agreement for the Waldo Patent, 28 June 1791
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Wrote Knox last Sunday and enclosed the principles of an agreement which has been acceeded to by the parties. Says Mr. Phillips came to Boston and has started examining and discussing the business. Nothing of consequence has taken place. Writes, we proceed very Slow, but with great harmony, and I think tomorrow will close the papers, with but little alteration from the one I sent you. Relates that Mr. & Mrs. Breck arrived last evening.

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about the New Government and Waldo Land Business, 29 March 1789

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about the New Government and Waldo Land Business, 29 March 1789
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Thanks him for his recent letter. Comments on Knox's accusation that Jackson did not write him when he was supposed to, but provides an excuse. Writes, What a misfortune, that the new government is not yet formed - the Feds are uneasy, & the Antis are rising tip toe in consequence of the delay - however, we keep up our spirits and hope for the best. Discusses the election of the Vice President, and the desire of the people of Boston to support the Federal Government. Reports that he and Benjamin Hichborn are delayed in departing for their visit to New York because Hichborn must remain on the Supreme Court, which is still in session. Mentions that Captain [Thomas] Vose has not returned from the eastward yet, but has written friends that he likes his situation (as one of Knox's agents in the Waldo patent lands). Discusses his attempts to locate high quality fish. Sends his love to Lucy Knox and their children.

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Waldo Patent, 28 June 1789

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Waldo Patent, 28 June 1789
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Discusses unrest and states that nothing would quiet the People, and a revolution would certainly take place on the patent... States that Thomas, Brown, and others wish to be treated exactly as the State treats these Settlers - by giving them 100 acres of Land they paying five dollars for it... If you will comply with their terms, they will ensure it to you forever - if not, War - War is the Word - they are both artfull fellows and I believe damd Rascals. Goes on to discuss the health of the President and near completion of the Revenue Bill. Watermarked L Paine and with a hunting horn inside a crest with G R underneath.

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Presidency, Selling a Coach, the Supreme Court and the Waldo Patent, 1 March 1789

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Discussing the Presidency, Selling a Coach, the Supreme Court and the Waldo Patent, 1 March 1789
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Is thrilled to hear from Knox that he has recovered from his illness enough to walk about the house, and hopes to hear soon that he is perfectly well. Hopes General [George] Washington will not hesitate to accept the Presidency. Believes the vote will be unanimous in his favor, and that Mr. [John] Adams will readily accept the call of his country as well. Reports that he sold Mr. [James] Swan's Elegant Coach to a Colonel Smith. Writes that the sitting of the Supreme Court has prevented him from paying Knox a visit as early as he intended to because the Colonel cannot leave (the Colonel's identity is unclear, but might be Benjamin Hichborn). When he is at liberty to leave, they will depart. Would also like to know when the President will arrive in New York, as he would like to be there with Knox at that time. Would also like Knox to send him some New York newspapers. Discusses the illness of the Governor of Massachusetts [John Hancock]. Comments on the Waldo patent negotiations, and provides information on Isaac Winslow and Benjamin Hichborn.

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on a Resolution Relating to Their Waldo Petition, 10 February 1790

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on a Resolution Relating to Their Waldo Petition, 10 February 1790
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Informs Knox that he, along with Mr. Whitmore and cousin Isaac, presumably Winslow, appeared before a committee chaired by John Gardner to discusses a report described in his last letter (dealing with a petition of Knox's in relation to the Waldo patent lands, see GLC02437.04500). The issue involved a resolve in 1785 where the years 1775 and 1785 were confused. Mentions the presence of Nathan Dane, Nathaniel Gorham, Knox's friend Ulmer from Duck Trap, among others. Jackson concludes the issue by stating that chairman Gardner told him that he was deceived by the men on the other side of the argument, Thomas and Brown, and he is now well informed - and you may rest assured they have damned themselves, and everything will be concluded to our wishes. Comments that tomorrow is the celebration of President George Washington's birthday. States that Mr. Hoffmann could not be persuaded to stay any longer and that if he (Jackson) was newly married, he would do the same.

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding the Waldo Patent, 26 June 1791

Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding the Waldo Patent, 26 June 1791
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Writes, the business of the patent was well conducted, had you been on the spot your most sanguine wishes & exertions could not have placed the conclusion of the business in a more favorable & satisfactory situation. Stresses that everything was done agreeable to Law, and assures Knox that no difficulties with the law will arise. Hopes [William] Eustis will be named head of the medical department. Says Major Trescott wishes Burnham had been ordered to Fort Pitt first, as he is still waiting for his wife to come from the Eastward.