Elliott, Simon (1762-1832) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07226 Author/Creator: Elliott, Simon (1762-1832) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 January 1799 Pagination: 2 p. ; 23.1 x 18.6 cm. Order a Copy
Elliot says that he is compelled to "abandon all Idea of accepting my late appointment." Elliot cannot find anyone to take over his business, so it would be "highly imprudent." Elliot says that "nothing could warrant it but the actual Invasion of the Country, - or the certainty of a speedy and active War."
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