Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794 [John Jackson's account from 12 May- 17 August 1778]

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GLC#
GLC02437.10458-View header record
Type
Documents
Date
17 August 1778
Author/Creator
Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794
Title
[John Jackson's account from 12 May- 17 August 1778]
Place Written
White Plains, New York
Pagination
2 p. : docket ; Height: 33.3 cm, Width: 27.5 cm
Primary time period
American Revolution, 1763-1783
Sub-Era
The War for Independence

John Jackson's account, partially in his hand and partially in the hand of Henry Knox's aide Samuel Shaw, for goods purchased on behalf of , and services performed for, Henry Knox. Signed by both Jackson and Shaw. Covers Jackson's account with Henry Knox, "part of which time Genl. Arnolds Family lived with Genl Knox..." Notes differentiation between [New] "York" money, Pennsylvania currency, and dollars. Items Jackson purchased include eggs, fowls, ducks, shoes, butter, etc. Includes charges made for washing, and loans to Knox.

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