17 December 1773
Ripley, Sylvanus (1749-1787)
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Henry Knox
Expresses regret over the death of a common friend, Mr. Morehead. Indicates that Reverend Whitaker will deliver this letter and probably serve as preacher the following day. Ripley served as a missionary, preacher at Dartmouth College, and professor of theology at Dartmouth as well. He spells his first name Silvanus.
GLC02437.00104