Davis, Daniel, 1762-1835 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07526 Author/Creator: Davis, Daniel, 1762-1835 Place Written: Portland, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 May 1801 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; 30.2 x 18.3 cm. Order a Copy
Informs Knox he can now hold both the Solicitor General's and District Attorney's position due to a bill that recently passed in Congress. Discusses the concerns he has of people's view of him accepting both positions. Asks for Knox's assistance in helping him keep his position.
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