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Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Samuel Winslow

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04395 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter Date: 23 October 1789 Pagination: 4 p. ; 32 x 20.4 cm. Order a Copy

Thanks Winslow for paying the arrearages of taxes on the Waldo patent and obtaining the deeds. Asks for further details concerning accounting matters, and discusses more business concerning the patent. Expresses his sadness that Winslow was not able to obtain a position in the revenue department. Encourages him by letting him know that he will have Knox's assistance if the opportunity presents itself.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806

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