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Clark, Jonas (fl. 1778) [Bill to William Knox]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.08451 Author/Creator: Clark, Jonas (fl. 1778) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Manuscript document signed Date: 20 October 1778 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 11.4 x 17.6 cm. Order a Copy

Bill for purchases by William Knox from "Wm & Jno Molineux." William bought super fine broad cloth, silk hose, and shoes. The total came to £46.10. It is noted that Knox paid for the goods and signed by Jonas Clark, who seems to be an agent for the Molineuxs.

Knox, William, 1756-1795
Clark, Jonas, fl. 1778

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