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to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he has arrived in Jamaica. Had dinner with Knox's brother William before he left Ireland.

GLC02437.06353

to George [Henry] Knox

Mentions that he is an acquaintance of his brother William, whom he met in Dublin, Ireland. Asks Knox for a recommendation to "any of your American Merchants that wishes for a West Indian Corrispondant [sic]." States, "the produce of any article sent...

GLC02437.05533

to Henry Knox

Says he was acquainted with William Knox in Dublin. Tells Henry he was for many years a merchant with extensive trade. Has since had troubles in business and left his wife and daughter behind in Ireland to make another fortune in Jamaica. Arrived...

GLC02437.05888

to Henry Knox

Duplicate of GLC02437.05888, refer to that record for a catalog description. The letter is from a distant relative in Jamaica seeking employment.

GLC02437.05889

to Henry Knox

Claims to be a distant relative of Knox's from Dublin, Ireland. Says he is acquainted with William Knox, whom he met in Ireland. Tells Knox about his situation in Jamaica, where he is trying to better his life and support his family. Goes into his...

GLC02437.05938