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Winslow, Samuel (fl. 1781-1801) to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07122 Author/Creator: Winslow, Samuel (fl. 1781-1801) Place Written: Portland, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 May 1798 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; 22.8 x 18.3 cm. Order a Copy

Asks for Knox assistance as he is having a difficult time supporting himself and his family in his present situation.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806

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