Winslow, Samuel (fl. 1781-1797) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05922 Author/Creator: Winslow, Samuel (fl. 1781-1797) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 September 1793 Pagination: 2 p. ; 22.7 x 18.1 cm.
Regrets he cannot give Knox more information on the land negotiations. States that a relapse of his "malady" kept him in New York 5 days longer than expected. Since his return he has gone to Beverly to meet with Nathan Dane. Goes into problems with the deeds brought up by Mr. Erving. Hopes they can work the problems out with Dane tomorrow. Expresses his desire to complete the deal as soon as possible. Thanks the Knox family for their hospitality while he was in Philadelphia.
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