Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to George Washington
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05737 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript letter Date: 15 December 1792 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 26.4 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy
In the hand of John Stagg Jr. Forwards papers relating to a Captain Scott, stating that his"discretion for the object proposed cannot be depended upon." Retained copy.
Dec. 15th 1792
Sir.
I Submit certain papers relative to a Capt. Scott - I have conversed with Colonel Wadsworth concerning him - The result of which is that Scott's discretion for the object proposed cannot be depended upon - As he however has mentioned that he had an audience of you I have thought it my duty to submit the papers - I also submit General Waynes letter -
The President of the
[docket]
[struck: W D] Dec 15' 1792
The Pres.dt U.S -
(Private)
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