8 January 1793
Waldo, Samuel, fl. 1793-1798
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Henry Knox
Discusses in great detail various land claims against the Muscongus patent in Maine along with Knox's proposal to purchase the land. States both he and Samuel Winslow looked over Knox's proposal and were surprised by the amount of land deducted for impending claims. Believes in some instances Knox has allocated more land than the claimants will ever demand. States he is apprehensive of releasing all interest without knowing the exact quantity of land being purchased. He has also advised the Winslow family that their interest is well worth $30,000. Says although the claim may appear high…
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