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20 July 1787

Seton, fl. 1787

Autograph note

Title: [Request for money]

Mrs. Seton asks Knox for "Miss's [present] quarter," and encloses receipts for both quarters (not present). Explains that she needs the money to put toward another bill she must pay that day.

GLC02437.03607

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