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4 October 1802

Clark, John Innes, 1745-1808

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the safe arrival of Knox's son, Henry Jackson Knox. Notes he was happy to assist Knox in delivering Henry Jackson Knox into his family's protection. Writes, "That the future conduct of your son may be such as to meet the approbation of his Parents and become a useful member to society is the sincere wish of [Clark]." Date taken from docket.

GLC02437.07756

March 30, 1799

Clark, John Innes, 1745-1808

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Harrison Gray Otis

Copy of Alexander Hamilton's opinion on the case of John Innes Clark v. Nathaniel Russell at the request of Otis. Transcribed by Clark.

GLC00496.163

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