Jackson, Henry (1747-1809) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05990 Author/Creator: Jackson, Henry (1747-1809) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 December 1793 Pagination: 4 p. ; 23 x 18.5 cm. Order a Copy
References Knox's letter of 21 November. Reports that William Knox "wants as much care & attention paid to him as a Child, as he certainly is unable to govern or conduct himself." Says the 10 proprietors met last Thursday. Reports that Joseph Peirce represented Knox. He told the group that Knox would be in Boston in May. Makes reference to taxes and bonds. Says it would pleasing to manage Knox and Bingham's interests in either Maine or Europe. Writes, "I know I am capable of the business, and it will be that kind of active life that will be perfectly agreeable to me." Wants to paid no less that $1,200 per year. Does not have a problem spending years in Europe. Asks to be updated on the business with Madame de Leval. Reports that Colonel [Benjamin] Walker is upset with Leval's conduct toward him.
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