Read, John, fl. 1789-1795 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04069 Author/Creator: Read, John, fl. 1789-1795 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Manuscript letter signed Date: 3 January 1789 Pagination: 6 p. : address : docket ; 30.1 x 18.6 cm. Order a Copy
Has received his letter of the previous month and sees that Knox is interested in learning about the "whole process of raising and fitting Hemp for use." Would be happy to explain his "own method in the cultivation of this usefull plant." Provides a lengthy, detailed method for growing hemp. Includes a description of the proper soil to use, how frequently to water it, and how to harvest and process it.
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