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Knox, Henry (1750-1806) [Discussion on a contract for the back lands]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.08115 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript document Date: circa 1774-1806 Pagination: 1 p. ; 32.2 x 19.4 cm. Order a Copy

Provides details about a contract for the back lands. Notes the quantity of land will be less than the committee had originally estimated. Lists amounts to be paid and to whom. Possibly in Knox's hand. Circa date based on Knox's life span, beginning with his marriage to Lucy Knox.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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