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22 March 1791

Allen, Jeremiah, fl. 1774-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes Knox on behalf of Mr. William Balch who wants to join the army. Wants Knox to "recommend him as an Ensign - he is a Young Gentleman well qualified for an Officer."

GLC02437.04887

22 June 1774

Allen, Jeremiah, fl. 1774-1791

Autograph document signed

Title: [Note]

Bill or receipt stating that Knox bought several kitchen items from Jeremiah Allen.

GLC02437.08351

20 June 1789

Allen, Jeremiah, fl. 1774-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Mentions that his friend Captain Josiah Roberts asked him whether Mr. [Samuel] Shaw has a captain for his ship yet for his next voyage. Allen promised to write and ask, as well as to recommend Roberts for the post, declaring that he himself took a voyage with Roberts and never knew a "more compleat sailor."

GLC02437.04250

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