Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Samuel Tucker
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03574 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter Date: 9 June 1787 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 23.3 x 18.5 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses the circumstances of an unspecified female who may have been a maid or servant of the Knox family. Writes, "The relation whom you mentioned has been unfortunate but I am persuaded not guilty - [Her] conduct for three years has been more than irreproachable it has been highly commendable Mrs Knox is strongly attached to her, and I shall feel a satisfaction in promoting her welfare."
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