Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about Settlers in Maine, 20 May 1792 PDF Download

Author: Henry Jackson
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Writes that when he arrived in Boston, Madame de Leval was waiting to see him to discuss the removal of settlers from a particular township in Maine, according to their agreement. She requires them to be removed so that she can begin making her settlement in the town. Discusses the steps he has taken to accomplish this goal, and his subsequent disputes with Madame de Leval. Suggests that the French, like Madame de Leval, might want to move there due to the political unrest in France. Comments on other business dealings.

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Asks Knox about his upcoming visit to New York. Discusses his poor financial situation, particularly that he is having difficulty paying off debts. Updates Knox on their joint business ventures. Mentions their project to have Madame de Leval organize a French settlement in some of their lands in Maine. Writes, Madame Laval sail'd on Friday for Frenchmans Bay. She appeared very much displeased with the general management of the business, and at one time was on the point of returning to New York... she kept constantly in view her fears with respect to our obtaining a Title of the lands from the government, and her mind would never be easy until we had made the first payment. Discusses his own possible travels to New York or Philadelphia. Touches on a bill recently presented by [David] Cobb.

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Writes that he is sorry to hear Knox was ill again. Discusses his dealings with Madame de Leval, mentioning that she was supposed to have left but has not yet, and that he wish[es] her gone. Comments on the townships she is going to settle on their lands in Maine. Is happy to hear that Knox will be going to New York. Reports that Knox's family is doing well and have settled in. Encourages Knox to tell Mrs. Knox to send their son, Henry, to school. Provides some information on several of their friends, asking him to forward an enclosed letter to General [Rufus] Putnam, and mentioning that General [William] Hull will not accept (referring to a military appointment).

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Complains that Knox has not written to him by the most recent post. Declares that they will be able to purchase certain townships in the Waldo patent lands, and describes how he is negotiating the price. Touches on Indian claims to the land. Discusses his plans to have an agent purchase the land on their behalf, and explains how their application will be handled by the Committee and the Court.

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Received his recent letter. Discusses a potential financial arrangement Knox proposed regarding a Mr. B., as well as a Mr. Morris and Colonel [Jeremiah] Wadsworth. Also discusses a sum of money loaned to Madame Leval (he spells it Laval) by Colonel [Benjamin] Walker, and mentions the involvement of Colonel [William] Duer. Comments on the purchase of townships in Maine, in and around the Waldo patent lands.

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Informs that he has advanced upwards of [Dollar sign]1100 on Madame de la Val's account, which is in addition to the [Dollar sign]1000 Jackson already advanced on the account of Mr. Hinks in Boston. States that General Rufus Putnam gave him [Dollar sign]1200 on Jackson's account. Remarks that he will do whatever possible to protect Jackson, You may rely my dear sir that I shall exert my upmost not only to prevent you being injured, but great to benefit you. Addressed to General Henry Jackson in Massachusetts. Possible free frank indicated by Knox's signature on the address leaf.

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Wrote to Duer a week ago asking him to see Henry Jackson in New York City regarding their project to purchase lands in Maine. Stresses the importance of their making a decision on the lands, as their financial situation is dire. Will not personally be able to get to New York, so again asks that he speak to Henry Jackson on the subject.

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Discusses a letter received previously from Jackson and how sorry that he has not been able to respond promptly. Most of the rest of the page is illegible. Date and place writ from previous assessment. Watermarked G R under a crest.

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Discusses Knox's decision to relinquish to William Duer all claims to land in the Eastern purchase. Writes, I am at a loss to determine the reasons that governed you in this business, as they are so far different from those we had in contemplation at the time we parted. States that although 15,000 New York currency is a large sum, it is far less than the sum that was paid for the first purchase. Hopes to gain one fifth of the profit for helping Knox with the dealings. Also asks about land that he expected to receive. Inquires about the balance owed by the Society of the Cincinnati for the eagles (badges). Wants the receipt before the 4th of July. Discusses the purchase of a saddle horse.

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Wrote Knox by the last post and included a copy of his letter to the legislative committee that is managing the sale of the lands in Maine. Reports the Legislature had directed the Committee to negotiate for two Million of Acres - this was a great point gained. Says the tract they have in Contemplation is the extreme left flank of the state and will not permit us to come within six miles of Penobscot River, besides which we dislike their reserving a tract of thirty miles by six. Says they had a conference with the committee where it was reported that they wanted to reserve the land between the Kennebec and Penobscot Rivers for retail and to accommodate their Childrens Children. Also the committee claims the six miles east of Penobscot is Indian land. Believes the committee knows as little about the quality of the land as they do. Claims many say the lands between the Penobscot and Schooduck Rivers are the best for agriculture. Also claims that many settlers on land between the Kennebec and Penobscot have taken up and moved eastward. Will learn as much as he can about the land they are to buy. Will give the committee their proposal for the mode of payment. Says it was best not to bring up an application this Session with respect to Foreigners.