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Troup, Robert (1757-1832) to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05634 Author/Creator: Troup, Robert (1757-1832) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 October 1792 Pagination: 3 p. : address : docket ; 31.8 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy

Informs Knox about William Duer's status regarding issues concerning their land agreement. Notes he has [Duer] been arrested by the Marshall. Mentions Duer bringing the issue before officials. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Troup, Robert, 1757-1832

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