Hills, John, fl. 1771-1796 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05097 Author/Creator: Hills, John, fl. 1771-1796 Place Written: Needham, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 August 1791 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 23.8 x 19 cm. Order a Copy
Signed twice by Hills. Captain Hills references the letter he sent to Knox on 9 July. Provides an update on the proposed canal between the Connecticut River and Boston. Gives detailed list of the places he has scouted. Postscript says he has been away from his wife so long that he hopes Knox can send her $50.
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