William Jackson
8 documents
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Relating the Events of a Business Trip to England
Jackson relates the events of his business trip to England and the prosperity of his mercantile business in Philadelphia.
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Retirement from Commericial Enterprises to Pursue the Study of Law
William Jackson writes to Benjamin Lincoln to solicit his opinions regarding his intention to retire from commercial enterprises and pursue the study of law. Discussed "general embarrassment of …
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Accommodating the Tour of Mr. Tharp Through the Eastern States
Mr. Tharp of Jamaica is on the American continent to recover his health, and to that end is touring the Eastern states. Jackson asks if he may have the privilege of introducing Tharp to Lincoln, in …
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Jackson Seeks the Secretaryship of the New Senate
Jackson asks for Lincoln's support in his quest for the position of secretary of the senate in the new government, which he sees as opening the door to a practice in the federal courts.
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Regarding Appointment to Command Battalion of Levies
Jackson reports that Secretary of War wished to be informed of Rawling's intentions relative to appointment to command battalion of levies. President of United States General George Washington …
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Settlement of pay account
Concerning Jackson's claim for settlement of his pay account.
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Pitch Your Tent with Me While You Remain in Our City
Jackson invites General Lincoln to stay with him when he visits Philadelphia during the winter. Jackson has enjoyed Lincolns hospitality and friendship over many years and wishes to be able to …
Robert Goodloe Harper
