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12 March 1790

Lyman, Daniel, 1756-1830

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Replies to Knox's letter from February. Relates that he forwarded letters from "some of our best Characters," (presumably including a letter from Knox), to President George Washington. Notes that if he obtains an appointment, "no circumstance can give me greater or more sensible pleasure than the medium through which it will be obtained."

GLC02437.04541

January 29, 1790

Lyman, Daniel, 1756-1830

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Forwards a letter from Samuel Shaw (not included) and mentions his desire to be appointed in the "Revenue Establishment for the Port of Newport, when this State should accede to the Union." And also asks Knox for his support for his application.

GLC02437.04485

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