Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Rufus King
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03965 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 August 1788 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; Height: 31.8 cm, Width: 19.7 cm Order a Copy
Apologizes for missing King when King recently traveled to Boston. Discusses the possibility that King will remain in Massachusetts (perhaps to serve that state in government). Knox and [Nathaniel] Gorham both agree King should "instantly demonstrate [his] intentions" by purchasing a home in Massachusetts.
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