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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.04364 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0091] September-October 1789 |
| Title | Jeremiah Olney to Henry Knox on Rhode Island and the Society of the Cincinnati |
| Date | 24 September 1789 |
| Author | Olney, Jeremiah (1749-1812) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Discusses the likelihood that Rhode Island will be joining the union, as well as his desire for an appointment with the federal government. Declares that the bearer of the letter, a Mr. Henry, will be passing time in New York, and Colonel Olney recommends him and his wife to Knox's acquaintance. Adds that Mr. Henry is a "genuine Federalist." Comments on a recent attack in the press on the Society of the Cincinnati. Reports that the General Assembly of Rhode Island has voted to call a State Convention. |
| Subjects | Society of the Cincinnati US Constitution Ratification Office Seeker Government and Civics Letter of Introduction or Recommendation Fraternal Organization Journalism |
| People | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Olney, Jeremiah (1749-1812) |
| Place written | Providence, Rhode Island |
| Theme | Creating a New Government; Government & Politics; The American Revolution |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |