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Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reporting that the Committee for the Sale of Eastern Lands Has Refused Their Bid to Buy More Land in Maine, 11 September 1791
Author: Henry JacksonHenry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding the Committee for the Sale of Eastern Lands, 1 September 1791
Author: Henry JacksonHenry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding His Land Application He Has Put Forward to the Committee for the Sale of Eastern Lands, 21 August 1791
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Last Thursday he gave the enclosed proposals (not included) to the Committee for the Sale of Eastern Lands. Received a verbal answer on Friday that it was an object of such magnitude they had concluded to consult and advise with their absent brethren as only three of the Committee were present. The committee told him they would not sell any land without giving Jackson previous notice. He previously asked for more time in the negotiations to cover the application for you, as I wish'd they should think it originated with me. States he has discovered someone else applied for half a million acres, but he does not know who. Encloses receipt for the [Dollar sign]5,000 (not included). Note in pencil below the docket says Recd of Mrs. Thatcher.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on the Committee for the Sale of Eastern Lands and Jackson's Proposal to Purchase the Townships, 21 August 1791
Author: Henry JacksonHenry Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding the Sale of the Eastern Lands, 13 January 1793
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Received Knox's letter from 5 January. Has had several conferences with the committee over contracts. Received a paper from the committee for the sale of Eastern lands yesterday, which Jackson has copied and included in this letter. The committee views the three contracts as tied to one land company and they cannot justify giving two of the contracts when the stipulations of the third which was to have been complied with so long ago, remains to be fulfilled. Says the committee appears determined to keep their [Dollar sign]5,000, but I doubt not we shall [beat] them of that ground tomorrow. Believes William Bingham's manners and address will effect his expectations. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Henry Knox to Henry Jackson Regarding Land Purchases, 19 December 1791
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Declares that it is essential that he conclude an agreement with the Committee on the Legislature regarding townships in the Waldo patent lands. Discusses potential prices for the purchase of the lands in Maine, as well as ways to negotiate the purchases.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Business Propositions and the Impending Visit of Knox's Family, 8 April 1792
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Encloses a copy of a letter from Mr. [Royal] Flint (not present) regarding their business propositions (relating to land purchases in Maine, which they have been working on). Writes that he had been very nervous about it but now feels he can proceed, with their support. Received a bill of monies owed to him, which will help him pay his debts. Comments on their land project, and mentions paperwork being sent to the Committee for the Sale of Eastern Lands to work out the terms of the purchase. Would like Knox's input and advice on the most recent acquisition. Discusses the upcoming visit of Mrs. Knox and the children to Jackson's house, and asks if Knox could send him some bed and table linens.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox on Land Purchases in Maine, 22 January 1792
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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.
Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Reporting on a Land Survey, 11 December 1794
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Mentions he received Knox's note for [Dollar sign]2400. Also speaks of paying an additional few hundred pounds more on an undisclosed item. Mentions the surveying is completed (possibly for lands in Maine) and the committee is now preparing the deed and contract. Notes the surveyors spoke highly of the land and they believe there is nearly 3 million acres. Requests Knox contact Mr. [William?] Bingham regarding the survey. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Henry Knox to Henry Jackson Authorizing the Purchase of Lands on Previously Agreed Terms, 17 November 1791
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Discusses the purchase of townships in Maine related to the Waldo patent lands. Authorizes Jackson to purchase them according to terms he proposed. Inquires after land owned by a Colonel Jones. Advises him on other business transactions, and discusses a possible trip by Jackson to Philadelphia.