Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to William Duer
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03503 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter Date: 28 March 1787 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 32 x 20.5 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses an $800 note that is now in the bank and what needs to be done in relation to it.
[draft]
28 march 87
My dear Sir
I called at your house and the office this morning in order to see you. the note for 800 dollars now in the bank is dated on the 28th of February The thirty days will expire on Friday next and payment will be expected on the Monday following If the note is to be continued the arrangement for that purpose must be made this Morning - Will you be so good as to take the necessary & proper measures on the occasion - I shall be at the office and ready to concur with you in the business -
Yours affectionately
Colo Duer.
[docket]
Mr Duer 28 March
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