Hichborn, Benjamin, 1746-1817 to Henry Knox

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GLC#
GLC02437.03379-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
14 December 1786
Author/Creator
Hichborn, Benjamin, 1746-1817
Title
to Henry Knox
Place Written
Boston, Massachusetts
Pagination
2 p. : address : docket ; Height: 23 cm, Width: 18.5 cm
Primary time period
The New Nation, 1783-1815
Sub-Era
Creating a New Government

Is presently at Mr. [Stephen] Bruce's, whom he and Knox have discussed "respecting his supplying in some way as a public agent." Thinks this is a good time to determine that point. Writes, "Bruce is in every respect perfectly ready & I have no doubt the issue will be [illegible: met] to a charm." Declares that Harry [likely Henry Jackson] is fully engaged in this business. Mentions that Bruce has sent letters to the Commissioners and to Knox on the subject. Sends regards to Mrs. Knox.

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