Brooks, John, 1752-1825 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.01629 Author/Creator: Brooks, John, 1752-1825 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 September 1782 Pagination: 3 p. : address : docket ; 31.8 x 19.4 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses a variety of issues related to his presenting a petition to the Massachusetts State Legislature. Has attempted to meet with Governor [John] Hancock, who has promised to notify them when a meeting would be convenient. Describes the positions and concerns of many legislators regarding half-pay of officers, on which the petition seems to focus. Docketed at the top of page one by Knox.
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