Jackson, Henry (1747-1809) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05332 Author/Creator: Jackson, Henry (1747-1809) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 March 1792 Pagination: 3 p. ; 31 x 19.2 cm. Order a Copy
Updates Knox on the status of the canal project, and informs him that the Bill of Incorporation for it has passed in the House of Representatives and soon should pass in the Senate. Declares that the project has popular support. Also mentions debate in the Committee over a "Joint Report," and adds that Benjamin Hichborn represented their interests well. Intends the next day to purchase four townships in the Waldo patent lands, as they had discussed. Lastly, declares that he was offered the position of Major General, and would like to know whether Knox thinks he should accept. Sends his love to Knox's family.
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