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Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Rufus King

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09823 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 1791 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 31.1 x 19.7 cm Order a Copy

Appears to discuss trying to find a vacancy or employment for King. Month is not listed. Date was taken from the docket.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
King, Rufus, 1755-1827

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