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Knox, William (1756-1795) to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05867 Author/Creator: Knox, William (1756-1795) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 April 1793 Pagination: 2 p. ; 23.2 x 18.8 cm. Order a Copy

Reports on Mr. Hoffman's inquiries on houses in New York. Says Baron Von Steuben's former house is now occupied by Mr. Stockholm, who operates a button manufactory in the neighborhood. Reports the house advertised by Mr. McEvers at Bloomingdale has been sold to a rich Dutchman. Says John Livingston bought the house previously owned by Colonel Platt. He will not let the house for less than £300 per year. Says the house of Roger Morris is now owned by or at the disposal of Mr. McKenncot, a merchant. A farmer lets two of the rooms in the house and watches over the place. McKenncot is trying to decide if he will let the other rooms.

Knox, William, 1756-1795
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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