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Collection Reference Number GLC02437.04192
From Archive Folder The Henry Knox Papers [0089] May-June 1789 
Title Henry Knox to John Hancock about their correspondence, presidential inauguration, the Constitution and health
Date 2 May 1789
Author Knox, Henry (1750-1806)  
Recipient Hancock, Henry  
Document Type Correspondence
Content Description Was very happy to receive his last letter, written 25 April 1789, delivered by Captain Beals and Mr. Woodward. Notes that he will "cheerfully render them every attention and service in my power." Expresses his "sincere pleasure" that Hancock's health is improving. Discusses festivities related to the Presidential inauguration: "The organization of the Constitution was completed on Wednesday by the inauguration of the President. The business was concluded with the highest solemnity and propriety. The particulars are contained in the enclosed news papers. The president has enquired after your health and was much gratified to find that you were getting better." Mentions that General [Henry] Jackson and Mr. [Benjamin] Hichborn were present at the festivities. Presents the compliments of Mrs. Knox.
Subjects US Constitution  Revolutionary War General  Letter of Introduction or Recommendation  Health and Medical  Holidays and Celebrations  Inauguration  President  Government and Civics  Journalism  
People Knox, Henry (1750-1806)  Hancock, John (1737-1793)  Jackson, Henry (1747-1809)  Hichborn, Benjamin (1746-1817)  Knox, Lucy Flucker (1756-1824)  
Place written New York, New York
Theme Government & Politics; Creating a New Government; The Presidency
Sub-collection The Henry Knox Papers
Copyright The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
Module Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859