Samuel Holden Parsons To Henry Knox With An Update On Shays Rebellion 6 November 1786

Written from Middletown, likely in Connecticut, as the postal stamp near the address reads New Haven. Encloses a copy of Shays' circular letter (not present). Has heard from a friend that several towns have met to discuss the letter, and some have voted to send their arms and military stores to the insurgents. The town of Westfield opposed the vote, but only by two or three men. Has also heard that the insurgents are practicing military maneuvers, and that they are being paid daily. Was told that there has been some agitation in Vermont as well. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.