Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Doctor Monro
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03187 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 September 1785 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 33.2 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy
Writes a note thanking Doctor Monro of London for treating his brother William Knox's insanity. Is happy to hear of William's recovery and is very glad Doctor Monro's excellent reputation in America proved to be accurate in his successful treatment of William's malady.
Doctor Monro may be Dr. John Monro (1715-1791), one of the influential Monro family of Britain, who did pioneering work treating insanity.
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