Hodgdon, Samuel (1745-1824) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06638 Author/Creator: Hodgdon, Samuel (1745-1824) Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 25 February 1796 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 23.8 x 20.1 cm. Order a Copy
Mentions a possible business deal with a Colonel Smith. Would like information on how Mr. [William] Bingham is handling Knox's affairs relative to the deal. Also discusses supplies, particularly lumber, for building his own house.
[draft]
Philadelphia 25th Feby 1796
Dear Sir -
It is proper I inform you Colonel Smith has paid the draft in my favour - I was in hopes of a line from you by this days Post - I want further information relative to Mr Binghams acceptances in my hands, on this subject I have before address'd you - I want also to know the state of the scantling, you engaged to supply me with - the season is approaching in [struck: which if] [inserted: which] building commences - Materials are so fallen that I think if my lumber is ready I shall proceed with my House - Please to write me fully on this subject - In great at haste -
Affectionately yours
Samuel Hodgdon
General Knox -
[address]
General Henry Knox
To the care of Joseph Peirce Esq.
Boston
Per Post
[docket]
Boston 1 March 1796
Philadelphia 25 Feby 1796
Saml Hodgon
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