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14 May 1791

Benny and Rogers, fl. 1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

The firm Benny & Rogers write Secretary of War Knox to tell him that they received his "favor, covering Mr. Duers acceptance for 488 50/100 Dollars" as payment for two sets of maps. Free frank signed by Benny and Rogers and "Free" stamped on address leaf.

GLC02437.04948

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