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17 July 1783

Bliss, Daniel, fl. 1783

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by Bliss to Major General Knox. Wants to renew his acquaintance with Knox in hopes that Knox will perform an act of kindness for him. Bliss has included a letter to his mother as well as some money for her, and hopes Knox will forward the letter and money by a safe conveyance. Says he has not heard from his mother in "some years past."

GLC02437.02298

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