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Hodgdon, Samuel (1745-1824) to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06691 Author/Creator: Hodgdon, Samuel (1745-1824) Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 April 1796 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 23.6 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy

Reports on a recent business arrangement he discussed with Mr. [William] Bingham on Knox's behalf, and declares that Bingham has arranged to make a provisional payment for Knox. Encloses a note from Bingham (not present). Discusses lumber he is trying to obtain for a construction project, and mentions that Colonel [Winthrop] Sargent has shipped the book Knox asked for. Touches on several other business matters.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Hodgdon, Samuel, 1745-1824
Bingham, William, 1752-1804
Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820

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