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Randall, Thomas, ?-1811 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05355 Author/Creator: Randall, Thomas, ?-1811 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 14 March 1792 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 25.5 x 19.4 cm. Order a Copy

Writes, "The stoppage of payment by Mr. [William] Duer has created considerable anxiety, although it has as yet produced no other failures - he himself assured me that he would finally comply with all his contracts but required time." Adds that he, himself, will not suffer much from Duer's financial problems, and explains how much he loaned Duer and the arrangements they made together. Suggests that Knox help by repaying Duer any amount he can. Concludes, "If he does not come forward soon & explain his affairs this city will be in great commotion." Adds that he expects the arrival of [Samuel] Shaw any day. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Randall, Thomas, ?-1811
Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794
Duer, William, 1747-1799

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