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Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Edward H. Robbins

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04088 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 11 January 1789 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 32.3 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy

Docket declares that the letter is addressed to both Edward Robbins and Benjamin Hichborn, but the address listed on the bottom of the letter only mentions Robbins. Contains similar content to GLC02437.04088, a letter to Hichborn. Has learned that Mr. Jones has left Boston without deciding on the reference between Mr. Waldo and Mr. Wetmore. Would be apprehensive if the proceedings with the Commission continue under this circumstance. Relates that he has heard from Mr. [possibly Isaac] Winslow on the views of Robbins and Colonel [Benjamin] Hichborn. Discusses how to proceed with their business regarding the Waldo patent lands.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Robbins, Edward H. (Edward Hutchinson)., 1758-1837
Hichborn, Benjamin, 1746-1817
Wetmore, William, 1749-1830
Winslow, Isaac, 1763-1806

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