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Ulmer, George (1756-1825) to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07393 Author/Creator: Ulmer, George (1756-1825) Place Written: Ducktrap, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 April 1800 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 34 x 20.5 cm. Order a Copy

Ulmer tells Knox he has the power to persuade the court to prevent a bridge being built across the Belfast river. Discusses developments of Knox's land.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Ulmer, George, 1756-1825

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