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Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to William Green

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05630 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 27 September 1792 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 32.5 x 20.7 cm. Order a Copy

Discusses his current situation in regards to land deals and loan terms. Provides instructions on which payments to the loans should be made and when. Notes he will try to send Green a copy of the agreement. Docketed by Knox.

Green, William, fl. 1792
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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