Rutledge, Edward, 1749-1800 to [Catharine Greene]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04447 Author/Creator: Rutledge, Edward, 1749-1800 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 December 1789 Pagination: 6 p. ; 22.6 x 18.6 cm. Order a Copy
Rutledge gives the recipient detailed advice regarding a specific debt and estate. Urges the recipient to bring forward her claim and refers to her husband's character. Mentions the Cumberland Island bonds. Adds that General [Henry] Knox and Colonel [Alexander] Hamilton are "certainly your friends." Refer to GLC02437.04420 and GLC02437.04448 for related documents.
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