Peirce, Joseph (1745-1828) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.02351 Author/Creator: Peirce, Joseph (1745-1828) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 July 1783 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; 23 x 18.6 cm. Order a Copy
References several of Knox's letters, the last one from 4 July 1783 which had pamphlets to distribute. Says they have been printed, along with General Washington's letter, and distributed. Says Washington's letter has been in some of the newspapers. Gives reasons why some people are for and against the officers receiving compensation. Some say that officers who joined the war late should not get equal compensation of those who joined the war earlier. Says people who live on the coast are more likely to support compensation while those in the country are generally against it. Says it appears "nothing will be done with the Late Mr. F --- 's affairs till you come to Boston" - in reference to his father-in-law Mr. Fluker. Says if something does happen he will keep him informed. Tells him of houses that are available to rent. Postscript says there is no word from his brother William, but that he might be on the next ship set to arrive.
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