Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Alexander Hamilton
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06261 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 November 1794 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 31.8 x 19.3 cm. Order a Copy
Writes, "Among other reasons for wishing your return is Mrs. Hamiltons earnest desire. It seems that she has had, or has been in danger of a miscarriage, which has much alarmed her. But Doctor Khan by whom she is attended with Doctor [Heplious], assures that she is in no danger. However as She is extremely desirous of your presence in order to tranquilize her..."
Possibly written from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as Knox was serving in the federal government there. Hamilton was likely in the field at this time due to the Whiskey Rebellion.
Monday 29 Nov 1794. ½ past three o'clock P.M.
My dear Hamilton
Among other reasons for wishing your return is Mrs. Hamiltons earnest desire.
It seems that she has had, or has been in danger of a miscarriage, which has much alarmed her. But Doctor Khan by whom she is attend with Doctor [Heplious], assures that she is in no danger. However as she is extremely desirous of your presence in order to tranquilize her this note is [transmited] by the Presidents request.
I am my dear sir
Your affectionate
friend
HK
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