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Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Samuel Hodgdon

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06810 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: Thomaston, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 August 1796 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 30.4 x 18.4 cm. Order a Copy

Encloses a copy of an earlier letter to Hodgdon (not present) regarding financial matters. Consoles Hodgdon regarding his state of financial distress, stating that he has access to various resources. Lists the friends he has who might be able to help him, including Henry Jackson. Provides some financial advice.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Hodgdon, Samuel, 1745-1824
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

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