Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to William Stephens Smith
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05264 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 December 1791 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 31.2 x 20.4 cm. Order a Copy
Asks to borrow $5000 for ninety days, per Smith's offer in a previous letter. Will provide a note endorsed by either Mr. [William] Duer or Captain [Thomas] Randall in which he promises to follow specific terms of repayment. Begs his prompt attention to the matter, and hopes to be able to secure the amount by the following Saturday.
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