Breck, Samuel (1747-1809) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05229 Author/Creator: Breck, Samuel (1747-1809) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 November 1789 Pagination: 1 p. ; 22.9 x 18.4 cm. Order a Copy
Thanks Knox for his attention to his son when he visited Philadelphia recently. Relates that his son will relocate either to New York or Philadelphia next spring for business. Also thanks Knox for introducing him to Mr. Martin. Breck and his family send their regards to Mrs. Knox and Miss Knox.
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