Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809 to Henry Knox

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GLC#
GLC02437.03577-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
10 June 1787
Author/Creator
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
Title
to Henry Knox
Place Written
Boston, Massachusetts
Pagination
6 p. : docket ; Height: 29.6 cm, Width: 19.3 cm
Primary time period
The New Nation, 1783-1815
Sub-Era
Creating a New Government

Discusses a loan that he tried to obtain, and was denied, to pay soldiers at Castle Island. He had hoped Knox would assist him in the matter, and is disappointed that he has not responded. Describes a disagreement between their friend, Mr. Swan (likely James Swan), and William Debloise. Gives a detailed description of the men's argument and their ensuing duel. Both men's first shots missed their mark, and the dispute was resolved when the men apologized to each other. For related correspondence, please refer to GLC02437.03567, GLC02437.03573, and GLC02437.03580.

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