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Webber, James, fl. 1784-1797 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05221 Author/Creator: Webber, James, fl. 1784-1797 Place Written: London, England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 November 1791 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 23.9 x 18.9 cm. Order a Copy

Discusses a financial interaction between himself, Knox, Mr. [Samuel] Ogden, and several other parties. Mentions that he is happy that Mr. Ogden plans to finally close his account this year, though he relates that he has been very displeased with Mr. Ogden's delays throughout their business dealings.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Webber, James, fl. 1783-1797
Ogden, Samuel, 1746-1810

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