Greene, Catharine L., 1755-1814 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04746 Author/Creator: Greene, Catharine L., 1755-1814 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 October 1790 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 25.4 cm, Width: 20.4 cm Order a Copy
Mrs. Greene is losing her estate because of her late husband General Nathanael Greene's debts. She tells Knox that, "I am upon the point of sailing to Charleston to consult with Mr. Rutledge about your plan, and that of others - to relieve or rather to give up my Estate." She is worried about how she will support her children. Says she will not complain, and will do as Knox advises her.
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