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Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Joseph Peirce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07545 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: Thomaston, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 June 1801 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 22.4 x 18.2 cm. Order a Copy

Discusses business transactions between himself and Joseph Peirce. Appears to be trying to regulate the quantity and price of lime shipped out. Also requests Peirce sends him various items for Knox's house.

Peirce, Joseph, 1745-1828
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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