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Randall, Thomas, ?-1811 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05425 Author/Creator: Randall, Thomas, ?-1811 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 April 1792 Pagination: 2 p. ; 32.3 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy

Writes to enclose several national bank notes. Lists each of the notes along with their values. Also enumerates the amount of money Knox owes on old accounts. Discusses the monies owed by a Mr. McConnell, and encloses an open letter to him (not present) on the subject. Comments on the ability of himself and Mr. [Samuel] Shaw to sell their merchandise, such as tea, and pay what they owe. Also mentions Shaw's upcoming marriage proposal and wishes him luck.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Randall, Thomas, ?-1811
Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794

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