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- GLC#
- GLC02437.04346-View header record
- Type
- Letters
- Date
- August 1789
- Author/Creator
- Brooks, John, 1752-1825
- Title
- to Henry Knox
- Place Written
- s.l.
- Pagination
- 4 p. : docket ; Height: 18.6 cm, Width: 15.4 cm
- Primary time period
- The New Nation, 1783-1815
- Sub-Era
- The Early Republic
Writes that he has not composed a letter to Knox for awhile in order not to interrupt the business of his office, and also, in order not to be a burden. Discusses his poor financial prospects and wishes for a government appointment. Asks Knox about his prospects for receiving a position, now and in the future. He and his wife send their respects to Mrs. Knox. Date taken from docket.
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