Regarding Henry Knox's appointment as Secretary of War, and the matter of salary
Document 1785George Partridge sends to Henry Knox a letter informing him of his appointment by Congress to Secretary of the War Department and he asks Knox not to decline the position based on inadequate salary.
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Description
George Partridge sends to Henry Knox a letter informing him of his appointment by Congress to Secretary of the War Department and he asks Knox not to decline the position based on inadequate salary.
Date
03/08/1785
Author
Recipient
Sent from
New York
Collection
Document number
1785030853500
Notable persons
Henry Knox
George Partridge
George Partridge
Mr. Gerry
Congress
Secretary in the War Department
Notable locations
New York
New York
Boston
Newport
United States
Notable items
Salary
2450 Dollars
Election