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Waldo, Jonathan (fl. 1774-1779) to William Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.00168 Author/Creator: Waldo, Jonathan (fl. 1774-1779) Place Written: Salem, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 July 1774 Pagination: 3p.+addr.+docket. 18.4 cm. x 15.5 cm. Order a Copy

Comments on his poor health, "a bad cold which has affected my eyes." Asks Knox to send an enclosed letter to his mother. Mentions that he will be visiting Sally Flucker. Expects to see Knox soon.

Waldo, Jonathan, fl. 1721-1779
Knox, William, 1756-1795
Personal narratives
Waldo, Jonathan, fl. 1774-1779

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