Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Henry Jackson
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.10252 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter Date: 2 August 1792 Pagination: 2 p. ; 39.6 x 23.9 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses a problem with William Duer about Duer's "inablity to comply with his contract with me." Writes that Duer seems to want things to "remain on their former footing." Mentions that Duer raised $12,500 dollars and still promises $25,000 for Jackson to arrive at a later date. Continues on about the situation and mentions that he will be in New York soon. Letterpress copy. Watermarked.
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