5 November 1796
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Manuscript letter
Title: to Tench Francis
Written from Montpelier, Knox's home in Thomaston, Maine. Unsigned, but content and a portion of the handwriting suggest the author is Henry Knox. Discusses a business deal in which Knox is trying to provide Francis with shipbuilding materials, primarily wood for masts. Mentions surveyors he hired to study the woods in his land for types of wood available. Also discusses the construction of spars.
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